If cooking dinner doesn’t sound like a holiday to you here’s a list of Triangle restaurants open on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 23, 2023. Most of these restaurants have special Thanksgiving meals. Many will fill up early, so make sure to make reservations right away. There are a few takeout options included in this list as well.
These restaurants are in all price ranges. We abandoned our “cheap stuff only” rule for this list. If you’re expecting “on the cheap” options, some won’t fit the bill! But if you value not cooking and cleaning enough, and just want to spend time with family, maybe you won’t mind splurging. And there are some bargains mixed in too.
Want to eat at home, but not cook? That’s an option too! Check out our list of Thanksgiving to-go meals! Many of these are prepared family-style, with mains, sides and desserts, and you just need to heat them up. But you need to order in advance so don’t delay.
This list will continue to grow as more information comes in.
Restaurants in the Triangle open on Thanksgiving
Please follow each link to the restaurant’s website for information and to verify. You’ll definitely need to make a reservation at the higher end restaurants on this list, but we’ve provided information some last-minute drop-in restaurants as well! In the case of chain restaurants, make sure to verify with the location of your choice, as plans might vary.
Bob Evans
Bob Evans
8001 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh, NC 27617
5419 Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707
907 Venture Dr, Smithfield, NC 27577
Open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day
Bob Evans is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Thanksgiving. They’ll be offering breakfast or a special homestyle Thanksgiving holiday meal. Hours might vary by location.
Brio Italian Grille
Brio Italian Grille
4325 Glenwood Avenue Ste 5000, Raleigh, NC 27612
Open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Brio Italian Grille’s special 3-course traditional Thanksgiving meal and a la carte menu will be available for dine-in or for take-out. Kids 12 and under can get the same dinner in a smaller portion. Their usual Italian menu will also be available. The Traditional Thanksgiving Feast includes the following:
- Roasted sliced white turkey meat
- Caesar or chopped salad
- Herbed pan gravy
- Roasted garlic mashed potatoes
- Italian sausage stuffing
- Seasonal vegetables
- Cranberry sauce
- Fresh baked focaccia bread
- Pumpkin pie
Reserve your table here.
Cafe Prizade
Cafe Parizade
2200 West Main Street, Durham, NC 27705
Sign-up for the chance to win a spot at the Vegetarian Thanksgiving Day Feast.
The reservation request period starts November 4 at 11:30 a.m. until November 6 at 11:30 a.m. The Reservation requests are drawn like a lottery, so there is no disadvantage to signing up later.
The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille
4242 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27609
Open from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Serving Thanksgiving Dinner at $50 for adults and $20 for children. Full dinner menu is also available.
Dine-in Thanksgiving Dinner includes:
- Slow-roasted turkey
- Brioche stuffing
- French green beans
- Cranberry-pear chutney
- Sam’s mashed potatoes (for the table)
Additional Thanksgiving sides and a pumpkin cheesecake dessert will be available for purchase. Reserve your table here.
The Carolina Inn
The Carolina Inn
211 Pittsboro Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Open from 6 to 8 p.m.
The Carolina Inn will be offering a Thanksgiving Block and Cellar at their Crossroads Restaurant for $129 a person.
Check out the menu here.
Seating is limited. Make your reservation here.
Counting House
Counting House
111 Corcoran Street, Durham, NC 27701
Open from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Counting House is offering a three-course menu with a choice of herb-roasted turkey breast with sage pan gravy ($55) or a spice-rubbed prime rib with au jus ($65). A kid’s plate for 10 and under will also be available ($25). See the menu here.
Make your reservations here.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel
Multiple locations
Cracker Barrel is open regular hours on Thanksgiving Day.
They’ll be serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal starting at 11 a.m. Use their Online Wait List to lessen your wait time.
Fleming’s Steakhouse
Fleming’s Steakhouse
4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27612
Open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Fleming’s Steakhouse will be offering a 3-course Thanksgiving dinner starting at $56 for adults, or $26 for a separate 3-course menu for children. They will also be offering regular dinner options, but not lunch or social hour menus. Final price is determined by your selected entrée.
Starters:
- Fleming’s salad
- Lobster bisque
Entrées (served with savory housemade stuffing):
- Mixed-herb roasted turkey breast and turkey gravy (dark meat or combination available upon request) – $56
- Petite filet mignon – $71
- Prime bone-in ribeye – $86
Shareable Sides:
- Mashed potatoes
- Green beans with apricots and onions
- Cinnamon orange cranberry sauce
Dessert:
- Harvest New York Cheesecake
or - Carrot cake
Reserve a table here.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral
Golden Corral is open on Thanksgiving, from at least 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some locations will be open later. Call to confirm hours.
Hibernian Irish Pub and Restaurant
Hibernian Irish Pub and Restaurant
Open starting at 11 a.m.
Hibernian Irish Pub and Restaurant will be offering a Thanksgiving menu and limited regular menu.
Make your reservations here.
Irregardless
Irregardless
901 W. Morgan St., Raleigh, NC 27603
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Thanksgiving menu is a la carte, with entrées of roasted turkey, smoked prime rib, marinated grilled salmon, mushroom Wellington and linguini arrabbiata. See the whole menu here.
Come enjoy Irregardless’s vegetarian and vegan-friendly meal options made with farm-to-table produce!
Make your reservations here.
Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar
Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar
100 Meadowmont Village Cir #101, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
811 9th Street #150, Durham, NC 27706
105 Friendly Dr #101, Raleigh, NC 27607
Open from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 10 p.m.
Reserve your table here.
Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen
Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen
7307 Tryon Road, Cary
Open from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Lucky 32 will be serving up their usual dinner menu plus some Thanksgiving traditional favorites:
House-smoked Turkey Breast Dinner ($27):
- Smoked turkey breast
- Traditional gravy
- Whipped sweet potatoes
- Country sausage dressing
- Collard greens
Prime Rib Dinner ($36):
- Prime rib
- Horseradish cream
- Au jus
- Mashed potatoes
- Sauteed green beans
Reserve a table here.
Mac’s Tavern
Mac’s Tavern
1014 Ryan Road, Cary, NC 27511
Open from 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Awaiting details on menu.
Maggiano’s
Maggiano’s
8030 Renaissance Pkwy., Durham, North Carolina, 27713-8279
Open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Maggiano’s will be offering dine-in, 3-course Thanksgiving meals. The menu is available now, but check back soon for the price.
The meal is served with freshly baked bread and balsamic tomato bruschetta.
First course (Choose 1):
- Maggiano’s salad
- Caesar salad
Second course (Choose 2 entrées, 2 pastas, and 2 additional sides. Served with cranberry relish):
- Entrée: Traditional roasted turkey with giblet gravy and sage and sausage stuffing
- Entrée: Country-style baked smoked ham with whipped sweet potatoes
- Entrée: Branzino Fresca Style with roasted tomatoes, spinach, and lemon-herb sauce
- Pasta: Taylor Street baked ziti
- Pasta: Maggiano’s famous rigatoni “D”
- Pasta: Spaghetti and Meatball
- Pasta: Four-cheese ravioli
- Pasta: Butternut squash ravioli
- Side: Tuscan creamed corn
- Side: Whipped sweet potatoes
- Side: Garlic mashed potatos
- Side: Roasted garlic broccoli
- Side: Sage and sausage stuffing
Third course (Choose 2):
- Pumpkin praline cheesecake
- Warm apple crostada
- Tiramisu
Make a reservation here.
Metro Diner
Metro Diner
6325 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
Open until 2:30 p.m., serving the full menu
Oak Steakhouse
Oak Steakhouse
417 W Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
Awaiting hours for this location.
Menu options to be determined.
Make reservations here.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
4509 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Offering a Thanksgiving smoked turkey breast meal for $49 per person. They will also be offering their usual menu or the Thanksgiving meal is available as a pre-order to go.
See the menu here.
Red Lobster
Red Lobster
Multiple Locations around Triangle
Hours vary by location. Call to confirm.
Search for your preferred location on OpenTable or call the location to place a reservation.
Rey’s Restaurant
Rey’s Restaurant
1130 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606
Open from 12 to 6 p.m.
Rey’s will be offering a 3-course Thanksgiving menu for $50 a person as well as their full menu.
Make your reservations here.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Locations in Cary and Durham
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal for $47.95 or $18.95 for children. There are also take-out options for those who wish to dine at home.
View the dine-in and pick-up menu here.
Reserve a table at Ruth’s Chris Steak House’s Cary and Durham locations.
Seasons 52
Seasons 52
4325 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 2100, Raleigh, NC 27612
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Seasons 52 with a $40 dinner or a $18 dinner for children:
- Roasted turkey
- Savory pan gravy
- Yukon mashed potatoes
- Brioche and sage stuffing
- Green beans
- Mashed butternut squash
- Cranberry relish
- Pumpkin pie mini indulgence
Reserve your table here.
Sophie’s Grill and Bar
Sophie’s Grill and Bar
2734 North Carolina 55, Cary, NC 27519
Check back soon for their hours.
For Thanksgiving, Sophie’s Grill and Bar will be offering three Thanksgiving menu options as well as their full menu.
Roasted Turkey Breast ($27) with:
- Homemade gravy
- Rosemary mashed potatoes
- European stuffing
- Green beans
- Cranberry
The Unavoidable Steak ($27) with:
- Homemade rosemary mashed potatoes
- Grilled asparagus
Grilled Salmon and Shrimp ($26) with:
- Grilled asparagus
- Spinach
- Nikolff Sauce
Make your reservations here.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
410 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27603
Thanksgiving prix fixe menu for $49 per person, and the children’s menu is $24. Serving a special 3-course turkey dinner with the trimmings, as well as their usual dinner menu full of signature items. The 3-course turkey dinner includes the following:
Starter (Choose 1):
- Iceberg lettuce wedge
- Caesar salad
- Market fresh greens
- Shrimp and lobster bisque
Entrée: Hand-carved roasted turkey with sweet onion apple sausage stuffing, gravy, and cranberry relish
Sides (Choose 2)
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Sweet potato casserole with pecan crust
- Roasted Brussels sprouts with applewood smoked bacon
- Buttered asparagus
Dessert (Choose 1):
- New York style cheesecake with pumpkin anglaise
- Key lime pie
- Berries and cream
Reserve your table here.
Talulla’s Restaurant
Talulla’s Restaurant
456 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Open from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Talulla’s will be offering a Thanksgiving menu 3-course menu for $50 per person
Make your reservations here.
Time-Out
Time-Out
201 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514
Always open!
Waffle House
Waffle House
Multiple locations
The Willard Rooftop
The Willard Rooftop
9 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina 27603
Open from 4 to 9 p.m.
The Willard Rooftop will be offering a Thanksgiving menu.
Make your reservations here.
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