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What you get: Prix fixe, 3-course meal
Price: $40 ($15 ages 12 and under)
Hours: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Address: 127 North Tryon Street
RSVP: 704-919-1322 or online

The Asbury

What you get: 3-course, prix fixe meal with family-style sides. Take-home meals are also available and must be confirmed by November 22 and picked up between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Details
Price: $55 per person ($25 for ages 6-10)
Hours: 12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Address: 235 North Tryon Street
RSVP: 704-332-4141

The Ballantyne

What you get: A buffet with seasonal salads, carving stations, regionally sourced sides, dessert and entertainment (see the full menu). The Gallery will also have its regular menu as well as a traditional turkey dinner available.
Price: $75 per person ($35 for ages 5-13)
Hours: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Address: 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
RSVP: Required. 704-248-4100 or online

Bean Vegan Cuisine

What you get: Vegan versions of all of your favorite Thanksgiving foods at the Thanksgiving Feast. Items are also available to take home when you order by November 21 (pickup is November 23).
Price: $30 per person for the Feast, a la carte for take-home items (see the full a la carte menu)
Hours: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Address: 3001 East Independence Boulevard
RSVP: 980-939-1234

Big View Diner

What you get: A take-home Thanksgiving dinner that includes the Turkey, cornbread, stuffing, potatoes, sweet potato casserole and pie. Serves 12. See the full menu
Price: $249
Hours: Pickup time is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day
Address: 16637 Lancaster Highway
RSVP: A must. 757-305-7700 or online

Bistro la Bon

What you get: Thanksgiving smorgasbord with turkey, brioche stuffing, green beans, chocolate waffles and more. See the full menu
Price: $35 per person ($15 for ages 12 and under)
Hours: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Address: 1322 Central Avenue
RSVP: Yes. 704-333-4646 or online

BLT Steak

What you get: 3-course prix fixe menu with family-style sides including brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. See the full menu
Price: $75 per person
Hours: Call for details
Address: 110 North College Street
RSVP: 704-972-4380

Blue

What you get: Thanksgiving brunch with ham, turkey, salads, desserts and more. The dining room will also feature live jazz. See the full menu
Price: $39.95 per person ($14.95 ages 6-12)
Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Address: 206 North College Street
RSVP: 704-927-2583

The Capital Grille

What you get: Turkey, stuffing, green beans and mashed potatoes to share. See the full menu
Price: $38 ($15 for children)
Hours: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Address: 201 North Tryon Street
RSVP: 704-342-1400 or online

Chima

What you get: The full menu with Thanksgiving additions like turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce. See the full menu
Price: Call for details. 704-601-4141
Hours: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Address: 139 South Tryon Street
RSVP: Online or 704-601-4141

Coastal

What you get: Options include sliced or whole turkey, 4-6 sides and 1-2 desserts. Meals serves 4-15. See the meals here
Price: $60-$100
Hours: Order by Tuesday, November 22 and pickup on November 24 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Details
Address: 222 East 3rd Street
RSVP: 704-331-4360

Del Frisco’s

What you get: 3-course prix fixe dinner with items like soup, turkey, trimmings and pie. See the full menu
Price: $49 per guest. Does not include beverages
Hours: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Address: 4725 Piedmont Row Drive
RSVP: 704-554-5502 or online

Fern

What you get: A la carte vegetarian entrees, sides and desserts that include Beet and Mushroom Seitan Steak Medallions and Vegan Mac n’ Cheese. See the full menu
Price: Items are a la carte ($16-$45) or can be ordered together for $125
Hours: Orders are due November 19 for pickup from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on November 23
Address: 1419 East Boulevard
RSVP: 704-377-1825 or online

Fleming’s

What you get: Three-course, prix fixe meal made up of things like stuffing, turkey breast and lobster bisque with family-style sides. See the full menu
Price: $39.95 per person
Hours: Call for details
Address: 210 East Trade Street
RSVP: 704-333-4266

Gusto!

What you get: Thanksgiving brunch buffet that includes prime rib, turkey breast and sides like baby greens and quinoa. See the full menu
Price: A la carte
Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Address: 14835 Ballantyne Village Way
RSVP: 704-900-7455 or online

The Liberty

What you get: 3-course prix fixe meal with family style sides. See the full menu
Price: $35 per person ($12 ages 10 and under)
Hours: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Address: 1812 South Boulevard
RSVP: Online

Mert’s Heart and Soul

What you get: One 12-14 pound fried turkey
Price: $60 per turkey
Hours: Order before November 19 to pick up on Thanksgiving Day between 8 a.m. and noon
Address: 214 North College Street
RSVP: Online

New South Kitchen & Bar

What you get: Thanksgiving feast with deep fried turkey, rib roast, mashed potatoes, mac ‘n cheese and more. Items are also available for order by November 17 and pickup on Thanksgiving morning. See the full menu
Price: $35 for the feast, a la carte for pickup items
Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Address: 8140 Providence Road
RSVP: 704-541-9990

The Palm

What you get: 3-course prix fixe meal with items like lobster bisque, turkey and cheesecake. See the full menu
Price: $55 per person ($24 for ages 12 and under)
Hours: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Address: 6705 Phillips Place Court
RSVP: 704-553-7256 or online

Passion8

What you get: 3-course prix fixe meal with family-style sides. See the full menu
Price: $42 per person
Hours: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Address: 1523 Elizabeth Avenue
RSVP: 704-910-3161

Red Rocks

What you get: Each location runs a different menu, with the Birkdale location offering a buffet and the Strawberry Hill location offering a prix fixe menu. See them here and here, respectively
Price: $31 per person (Birkdale), $35 per person (Strawberry Hill)
Hours: Call for details
RSVP: Required. Birkdale Village (704-892-9999), Strawberry Hill (704-364-0402)

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

What you get: 3-course, prix fixe turkey dinner with choice of sides. See the full menu
Price: $39.95 ($12.95 for children)
Hours: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Address: Uptown (222 South Tryon Street), SouthPark (6000 Fairview Road)
RSVP: Uptown (704-338-9444), SouthPark (704-556-1115) or online

Stoke

What you get: Four-course meal with family-style sides like sweet potatoes, brioche and mushroom bread pudding and charred shaved brussels sprouts. See the full menu.
Price: $50 per person
Hours: 12 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 5 p.m.
Address: 100 West Trade Street
RSVP: Strongly recommended. 704-353-6005

Sullivan’s

What you get: Appetizer, entree, two sides and a dessert. See the full menu
Price: A la carte
Hours: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Address: 1928 South Boulevard
RSVP: 704-335-8228

Feature photo via Katherine Scwarzenegger