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Atlanta Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving for Dine-in and Takeout

Sit back and enjoy Thanksgiving – and let one of Atlanta’s favorite restaurants do the cooking. That will help you save up energy for shopping on Black Friday.

Let an Atlanta restaurant do the cooking this Thanksgiving Day
Let an Atlanta restaurant do the cooking this Thanksgiving Day.

5Church

5ChurchMidtown and 5Church Buckhead both will serve the annual Thanksgiving buffet on Nov. 28 with features such as turkey and ham carving stations, grilled salmon, pesto-grilled chicken, chicken piccata, Caesar salad, caprese salad a selection of desserts. The restaurants are open from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m., and the cost is $70 for adults and $20 for children 12 and younger.

Where: 1197 Peachtree St. NE, Midtown; 3379 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead

Alta Toro

Alta Toro is hosting a Latin Thanksgiving Nov. 28. The menu features a variety of Latin-inspired foods like a turkey and prime rib carving stations, Mexican shrimp and pollo relleno. The cost is $65 for adults and $20 for children 12 and younger.

Where: 33 Peachtree Place NE

Atlas

Dine surrounded by a collection of 20th-century artwork at Atlas
Dine surrounded by a collection of 20th-century artwork. (Photo courtesy of Atlas)

Celebrate Thanksgiving in an elegant and sophisticated setting, surrounded by a captivating collection of 20th-century artwork at the One-MICHELIN-Star Atlas. Under the culinary artistry of Chef Freddy Money, enjoy a curated five-course menu that reimagines the traditional Thanksgiving feast with innovative flavors and seasonal ingredients.

Where: 88 West Paces Ferry Rd. NW

The Americano

Thanksgiving dinner at The Americano Atlanta features a family-style feast including porchetta brined turkey served with caramelized Brussels sprouts, pancetta chestnut stuffing and charred broccolini – all paired with turkey jus & Campari cranberry sauce. The price is $150 per person and includes three courses. Wine pairings are available, and guests have the option to add king crab and/or fresh black truffles shaved at the table.

Where: 3315 Peachtree Road NE

Bellina Alimentari

Enjoy an Italian twist on Thanksgiving with Bellina Alimentari’s fall-inspired catering menu. This curated meal serves four and offers the a balance of tradition and Italian flare. Orders can be placed through Nov. 24 and will be available for pickup on Nov. 27 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the restaurant. Meals are $280 and serve four to six people. Here’s what’s on the menu:

Appetizers: apples, gorgonzola and pecan salad; fontina cheese meatballs with San Marzano tomato sauce and Schiacciata bread. Main course: chicken al cacciatore; sides (choose four): creamy polenta with meat sauce; fingerling roasted potatoes; Italian herb stuffing; roasted garlic green beans; Italian mac and cheese; broccoli rabe with lemon sauce; dessert: pumpkin pie.

Where: 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE

Castellucci Hospitality Group

Castellucci Hospitality Group makes Thanksgiving dinner plans delicious and stress-free
Castellucci Hospitality Group makes Thanksgiving dinner plans delicious and stress-free. (Photo courtesy of Castellucci Hospitality Group)

From a “one click” Thanksgiving dinner package starting at $350 to whole turkey and choice of sides, there is a variety of choices. Order online by Nov. 25 for pickup from Double Zero, Sugo or The Iberian Pig Buckhead.

Where: 3150 Roswell Road NW (Iberian Pig Buckhead); 1577 North Decatur Road (Double Zero); and 10305 Medlock Bridge Road (Sugo)

Cozy Coop

Cozy Coop is taking pre-orders for Thanksgiving and will be open until 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day for dine-in and to-go order pickup. The restaurant offers everything from fried chicken and wings to mac & cheese, collards greens and candied yams. Patrons who spend $50 will receive a complimentary tray of homemade cornbread (must mention offer).

Where: 891 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse

See what's on the menu at Davio's
Getting ready for Turkey Day? See what’s on the menu at Davio’s. (Photo by Claudio Schwarz/Unsplash)

Dine in at Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse on Nov. 28 from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Here’s what’s on the menu: Vermont free-range organic turkey and to-go sandwiches for the next day. Or, pick up your Turkey Dinner with all the Trimmings to heat and serve at home. Order by 5 p.m. Nov. 26.

Where: 3500 Peachtree Road NE

Epicurean

Chef Henry at Epicurean
Chef Henry at Epicurean. (Photo courtesy of Epicurean)

Epicurean Atlanta in Midtown invites friends and families to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with a variety of seasonal offerings, including A Perfectly Paired Friendsgiving event in the Epicurean Theatre on Nov. 22, festive cocktails at Reverence and The Office Bar starting Nov. 26 until Jan. 1, and a celebratory Thanksgiving Day Buffet at Reverence on Nov. 28 from 1 -8 p.m. The $75 menu includes roasted butternut salad, pimiento cheese devil eggs, citrus herb turkey breast carving station, baked honey garlic salmon, turkey pot pie, baked Cajun mac & cheese, cauliflower stuffing, and more. For kids 12 and under, the cost is $25. Make reservations online.

Where: 1117 W Peachtree St NW

El Super Pan

Bring the heart of Puerto Rican family traditions to the Thanksgiving table with El Super Pan’s Festín Boricua. Chef Hector Santiago is preparing a Pavochon dinner, featuring a mojo-marinated turkey, yuca stuffing, cranberry guava sauce and more, all paired with sides like arroz con gandules and pasteles. Guests can order the full Pavochon Dinner package or opt for the build-your-own feast by selecting from a menu of aperitivos, proteinas, acompañamientos and postres to craft a custom meal that fits any type of gathering. Pickup on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Where: Pickup at the Battery location, 455 Legends Place

Four Seasons Atlanta

On Nov. 28, gather in the Grand Ballroom for a lavish Thanksgiving Day Brunch buffet from 11:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m., complete with a welcome drink and a special Thanksgiving cocktail jug for two. Little ones can enjoy activities at the  Kids’ Corner. Reservations are required, $165 per person and $82.50 per child.

Where: 75 14th St NE

Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q

Just set your table and let Fox Bros. do the cooking
Just set your table and let Fox Bros. do the cooking. (Photo by Virginia Simionato/Unsplash)

Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, but the restaurant is offering a few choices for pick-up: the holiday package with sliced turkey breast (three pounds) and giblet gravy for four, $180; the holiday package with a whole smoked turkey and giblet gravy for eight to 10 people, $220; and the holiday dinner with a whole smoked turkey and a whole smoked ham for eight to 10 people, $300. All choices come with the following: sweet potato casserole with brown sugar and pecans; mac and cheese; green bean casserole; cornbread dressing; mixed green salad with balsamic vinaigrette; and a choice of either Dutch apple pie or Maw Maw’s pecan pie.

Where: Pick up at the Fox Bros. catering facility at 134 Ottley Drive. 

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern is serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal
HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern is serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal. (Photo courtesy of HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern)

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern is offering dine-in and takeout options for Thanksgiving. The Thanksgiving family meal to go includes a whole fried turkey, a variety of sides, traditional cranberry sauce, dinner rolls and a whole pumpkin or pecan pie for $165 (serves six to eight). Guests have until Nov. 26 by 2 p.m. to place to-go orders that can be picked up between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Nov. 27 or between 10 a.m. and noon on Nov. 28. Orders can be placed online. Families wanting to get out of the house for Thanksgiving can head to any HOBNOB location for a three-course traditional Thanksgiving dinner between 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Cost is $55 per person (excluding tax and gratuity); a kids plate is available for those 12 and younger for $18.95

Where: 245 Eighteenth St. (Atlantic Station); 804 Town Blvd. (Brookhaven); 1221 Ashford Crossing (Dunwoody)

Lazy Betty

What’s Thanksgiving without pie? Lazy Betty is offering three 10-inch pies for pre-order. The price is $75. Pies will be available for pickup Nov. 27 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Choices are cranberry and citrus pie; apple and bourbon pie; and dark chocolate and hazelnut pie.

Where: 999 Peachtree St. NE

Le Colonial

Le Colonial is offering Thanksgiving to-go. Guests can enjoy a Vietnamese take on Thanksgiving classics. Orders can be made by phone (404-314-0500) before Nov. 18 and will be available for pickup at the restaurant on Nov. 26 or 27 from noon to 3 p.m. Meals are $385 and serve 10 people. Here’s what’s cooking: Lemongrass and chili roasted Amish Farm Turkey (12-14 lbs); roasted Vidalia and ginger scented turkey jus; Le Colonial signature stuffing with French brioche, chestnut, roasted winter squash, caramelized onion, mushroom, fresh thyme and roasted turkey jus;  Brussels sprouts with caramelized organic palm sugar, fish sauce, lemon and peanuts; lemon and yuzu tart with citrus meringue; Japanese milk Parker Rolls; and orange ginger cranberry sauce with star anise and cinnamon.

Where: 3035 Peachtree Road NE

Marcus Bar & Grille

On Nov. 28 from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m., Marcus Bar & Grille will serve a Thanksgiving buffet ($60 adults; $30 for children younger than 12 — includes gratuity). There is no charge for children younger than 5.

Where: 525 Edgewood Ave. SE

Palo Santo

Palo Santo in the heart of the Westside
Palo Santo in the heart of the Westside. (Photo by The Cocktail Shaker)

On Nov. 27, Palo Santo is offering an unforgettable Friendsgiving dinner, where elegance meets warmth in the heart of Atlanta. Priced at $65 per guest (excludes taxes and gratuity), the menu includes a curated dining experience with a starter, main, sides and dessert. Bring your friends and family to gather around a candle-lit dinner, sharing beautifully plated seasonal dishes and elevated flavors. Reserve online.

Where: 955 W Marietta St NW

Perrine’s Wine Shop

Perrine's will help you impress your guests
Perrine’s will help you impress your guests. (Photo courtesy of Perrine’s Wine Shop)

If you are in charge of the wine for the Thanksgiving dinner, head over to Perrine’s Wine Shop. With three locations in Buckhead, Westside and Sandy Springs, it’s easy to swing by and get help to impress your friends and family. Celebrate Thanksgiving with wines carefully curated by Perrine herself. Each pack is thoughtfully designed to bring out the best in your holiday feast, ensuring your table is filled with flavors that complement every dish.

Where: Westside, 1168 Howell Mill Rd NW; Buckhead, 3112 East Shadowlawn Avenue NE; Sandy Springs, 5920 Roswell Rd

Ray’s in the City

 Ray’s in the City presents a family-style Thanksgiving meal. The feast, priced at $85 per person, runs from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Menu highlights include fresh-from-the-docks peel-and-eat shrimp; creamy spinach and artichoke dip; slow-roasted, herb-crusted prime rib; crispy roasted Brussels sprouts and old-fashioned cinnamon apple cake.

Where: 240 Peachtree St.

Ray’s on the River

Ray’s on the River is serving a buffet from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. for $75 per person. Guests will enjoy a variety of holiday favorites such as smoked salmon spread, seasonal butternut squash bisque, savory herb-roasted turkey breast, Big Green Egg smoked brisket, Southern-style cornbread stuffing, bourbon sweet potatoes and homemade pumpkin pie.

Where: 6700 Powers Ferry Road NW, Sandy Springs

South City Kitchen

South City Kitchen brings delicious Thanksgiving traditional dishes to your table
South City Kitchen brings delicious Thanksgiving traditional dishes to your table. (Photo courtesy of South City Kitchen)

South City Kitchen Midtown, South City Kitchen Buckhead and Vinings plan a three-course, prix fixe Thanksgiving Dinner to be served from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. The price is $79 per adult and $39 for children 12 and younger. If you prefer take-out, order by Nov. 23 for pickup on Nov. 27.

Where: 3350 Peachtree Road NE, Buckhead; 1144 Crescent Ave. NE, Midtown; 1675 Cumberland Parkway SE, Smyrna

The Southern Gentleman

For a Southern-inspired Thanksgiving buffet, The Southern Gentleman in Buckhead offers a festive spread from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. for $75 per person. Guests can enjoy a menu featuring pimento cheese chips with pork rinds, herb-roasted turkey, smoked Gouda mac ‘n cheese and desserts like peach cobbler and Meyer lemon curd tarts.

Where: 3035 Peachtree Road NE

Star Provisions

Star Provisions is accepting Thanksgiving pre-orders for turkey and all the fixings. Quantities are limited and items are likely to sell out quickly. Orders can be picked up at Star Provisions on Nov. 27 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.  

Where: 1460 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd. 

Woods Chapel BBQ

You must order your take-home by Nov. 18 and pick it up on Nov. 27. Here are your choices: Dinner for four, $245, includes a smoked turkey breast, cornbread stuffing, spinach salad, green bean and shiitake mushroom casserole, smoked sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes, gravy and a pie. Dinner for eight is the same and costs $385.

You may also order a la carte. Choices are a whole smoked turkey for $95; a smoked turkey breast for $65; a quart of turkey gravy, $18. Choices of sides are the same as listed above. Pies are $48; choices are brown butter pumpkin and chocolate bourbon pecan. Parker House rolls are $18 a dozen; multigrain rolls are $15 a dozen.

Where: 85 Georgia Ave. SE

Be sure to take a peek at our Thanksgiving page for more things to do before or after you dine.

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