Thanksgiving 2025: Where to Dine Out or Pick Up Dinner in Charlotte

Written by Emily | Nov 19, 2025 9:30:31 PM

If the thought of juggling the turkey, gravy, and place cards makes you want to pour another cup of coffee, you’re not alone. Whether you’re gathering with family, hosting friends, or just looking for a calmer, cozier holiday, Charlotte restaurants are ready to make Thanksgiving easy and delicious.

Here’s where to find a great meal this Thanksgiving, from fancy dining rooms to take-home feasts that make your kitchen smell amazing without all the effort.

🦃 Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day

The Capital Grille (Uptown)
A polished, classic Thanksgiving dinner with Slow-Roasted Turkey and Gravy, Brioche Sage Stuffing, French Green Beans with Marcona Almonds, Cranberry-Pear Chutney, and shareable sides like Sam’s Mashed Potatoes and Pecan-Crusted Sweet Potatoes with Hot Honey. Don’t miss the Pumpkin Cheesecake for dessert. The full dinner menu is also available.

The Asbury (Uptown)
Celebrate in The Asbury’s warm, Southern dining room with a four-course Thanksgiving meal featuring Roasted Turkey or Apple Smoked Ham, Pomegranate-Glazed Salmon, and comforting seasonal sides.
📅 Noon–5 p.m. | 💰 $55 adults, $25 kids under 12

Church & Union (Uptown)
Their three-course prix fixe menu ($70 adults, $30 kids 12 and under) includes hearty fall starters, entrées like Turkey Two Ways or Sweet Potato Gnocchi, and desserts like Pumpkin Spice Cake and Flourless Chocolate Torte.
🕙 10 a.m.–9 p.m.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse (SouthPark)
Choose your main: Filet Mignon, USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye, or Mixed-Herb Roasted Turkey Breast and enjoy a two-course feast with traditional sides and cranberry sauce.
💰 From $59 per guest

Eddie V’s (SouthPark)
An elevated holiday menu with slow-roasted turkey, brioche sage stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie tartlet with pecan ice cream, available from 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

La Belle Helene (Uptown)
Celebrate French-style with a three-course prix fixe featuring dishes like Rotisserie Turkey with Brioche Stuffing, Parisienne Gnocchi, and Spiced Apple Cake.

Napa on Providence, Stonecrest & Kingsley
A cozy, wine-country inspired three-course menu filled with harvest flavors, hearty fall ingredients, and beautiful wine pairings.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse (South End)
A hearty spread with Hand-Carved Roasted Turkey, Sweet Onion Apple Sausage Stuffing, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Sweet Potato Casserole. Finish with desserts like Crème Brûlée and New York Cheesecake with Pumpkin Anglaise.

The Gallery Restaurant at The Ballantyne Hotel
If you prefer a festive start to the day, enjoy their elegant à la carte brunch from 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m., featuring seasonal, chef-crafted dishes in one of Charlotte’s most beautiful dining rooms.

🥧 Takeout, Sides & At-Home Feasts

Maybe you’ve already got the turkey handled but want to skip the sides this year (no shame there). Or maybe there’s a vegetarian or turkey-averse relative at the table who deserves something just as special. These local spots make it easy to fill in the gaps, add a few standout dishes, or outsource the entire meal with zero stress.

YAFO Kitchen
Order à la carte from a lineup of flavorful holiday meats and sides, including turkey, brisket, and bright Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 26.

Fleming’s Takeout
Choose a Full Spread Bundle for Six (starting at $260) or a Sides Bundle for Six ($140) — both packed with classic Thanksgiving favorites. Pickup available Nov. 21–30.

Sullivan’s Take & Warm Feast
Feeds five ($225) or ten ($440), with roasted turkey, traditional sides, and desserts ready to reheat at home. Preorder by Nov. 27 for pickup Nov. 26–27.

Reid’s Fine Foods
Build your own feast with à la carte turkey, ham, tenderloin, sides, and desserts. Perfect if you just need “a little extra something.”

Your Fam’s Your Table
Creative chef-made Thanksgiving dinners for two or eight, featuring Cranberry Brie Turnovers, Chestnut Brioche Stuffing, and Sweet Potato–Marshmallow Pie. Pickup Nov. 26, 5–6 p.m.

Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen
Beloved by Charlotte families, Chef Alyssa’s sides and desserts menu is full of cozy, fresh-made favorites like Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Goat Cheese, Brown Butter Maple Carrots, and Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars.
🗓 Order by Nov. 20 at 3 p.m. | Pickup Nov. 25–26

The Improper Pig
Their Smoked Turkey Feast includes a whole turkey, sides, cranberry relish, and dessert for $190 (feeds 6–8). Preorder Nov. 1–22.

Midwood Smokehouse
Order a whole smoked turkey or turkey breast, plus classic Southern sides like mac & cheese and cranberry apple compote. Pickup Nov. 25–26.

Napa To-Go
Their Turkey & All the Fixings package ($165) includes all the essentials: turkey, stuffing, whipped potatoes, green bean casserole, and glazed carrots. Pickup Nov. 26, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Copain Bakery
Copain’s holiday menu goes beyond the main event with options like Smoked Turkey Breast, Applewood-Smoked Ham, Au Gratin Potatoes, and Copain Stuffing - but what we really love is their breakfast lineup.
Think quiches, French toast bakes, and croissant boxes... the perfect addition for watching the parade on Thanksgiving morning, or for the morning after, when you want something cozy and buttery before diving back into leftovers.

🍂 Make Thanksgiving Easy (and Delicious)

From fancy dinners uptown to cozy takeout that turns into a feast at home, Charlotte’s restaurants are making it easier than ever to have a relaxing Thanksgiving. Whether you’re letting someone else handle the turkey, ordering just a few standout sides, or snagging a breakfast box for parade morning, there’s no wrong way to do it when it tastes this good.