THANKSGIVING DINNER IN CHARLOTTE — NO APRON REQUIRED
Where To Enjoy A Holiday Feast Without Lifting A Finger
Thanksgiving Day 2025 is approaching fast, and if the idea of chopping, basting, timing dishes, and tackling a mountain of cleanup doesn’t spark joy, Charlotte has plenty of appealing alternatives. This year, top-tier local restaurants are rolling out special Thanksgiving menus, making it easier than ever to enjoy a festive, delicious holiday meal without stepping foot in the kitchen. It’s a wonderful way to maximize quality time with family and friends, savor a warm and festive atmosphere, and leave the culinary heavy lifting to the professionals. Dining out for Thanksgiving grows more popular each year—and for good reason.
If dining out is on your radar, now’s the moment to act—Thanksgiving Day is less than two weeks away and reservations across the city are filling up quickly. Book soon, or you might find yourself donning that apron after all!
26 Restaurants Open On Thanksgiving Day 2025 Across The Charlotte Metro Area
Bon Appetit!
UPTOWN / CENTER CITY
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La Belle Helene — 300 S Tryon Street, 28202 • 10am–9pm • 3-course prix fixe ($75 adults / $30 kids); holiday-only menu. Reservations for La Belle Helene.
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Church & Union — 127 N Tryon Street, 28202 • 10am–9pm • 3-course prix fixe ($70 adults / $30 kids); holiday-only menu. Reservations for Church & Union.
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The Asbury (Dunhill Hotel) — 237 N Tryon Street, 28202 • noon–5pm • 4-course Thanksgiving menu ($55 adults / $25 kids). Reservations for The Asbury.
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MICO (Grand Bohemian Hotel) — 201 W Trade Street, 28202 • 3–8pm • 3-course Thanksgiving meal. Reservations for MICO.
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Angeline’s (Kimpton Tryon Park) — 303 S Church Steet, 28202 • Holiday Dinner 2–8pm (last reservation: 6:30pm). Reservations for Angeline's.
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Dean’s Italian Steakhouse (JW Marriott) — 128 E Brooklyn Vlg Avenue, 28202 • 11:30am–9:30pm • à la carte holiday dishes (apple-brined turkey, seasonal sides) + steakhouse favorites. Reservations for Dean's Italian Steakhouse.
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Caroline’s Oyster Bar (JW Marriott) — 120 E Brooklyn Vlg Avenue, 28202 • 4–11pm • “Coastal Thanksgiving” plate (turkey + trimmings) + wine pairings. Reservations for Caroline's Oyster Bar.
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The Capital Grille – 201 N Tryon Street, 28202 • typical holiday service • slow-roasted turkey dinner plate; full dinner menu also available. Reservations for The Capital Grille.
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Eddie V’s — 101 S Tryon Street, 28280 • 11am–8pm • turkey dinner with trimmings; full menu also offered. Reservations for Eddie V's.
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Chima Steakhouse — 139 S Tryon Street, 28202 • 11:30am–9pm • rodizio service plus traditional Thanksgiving dishes. Reservations for Chima Steakhouse.
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Morton’s The Steakhouse — 227 W Trade Street, 28202 • 12–8pm • $69 4-course Thanksgiving feast. Reservations for Morton's The Steakhouse.
SOUTH PARK
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Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse — 4725 Piedmont Row Drive, Suite 170, 28210 • 12–8pm • steakhouse menu with Thanksgiving features. Reservations for Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse.
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Ruth’s Chris Steak House — 6000 Fairview Road, 28210 • 11am–8pm • 3-course Thanksgiving feast; full dinner menu also available. Reservations for Ruth's Chris Steak House.
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The Palm – Charlotte (Phillips Place) — 6705-B Phillips Place Court, 28210 • 12–8pm • 3-course Thanksgiving dinner ($62), full dinner menu also available. Reservations for The Palm.
MYERS PARK + SOUTH CHARLOTTE
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Napa on Providence — 110 Perrin Place, 28207 • Thanksgiving Day • 3-course prix-fixe menu. Reservations for Napa on Providence.
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New South Kitchen & Bar — 8140 Providence Road #300, 28277 • 11am–6pm • 3-course Thanksgiving menu (deep-fried turkey or roasted beef tenderloin, cornbread dressing & trimmings). Reservations for New South Kitchen & Bar.
SOUTH END / DILWORTH
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Sullivan’s Steakhouse — 1928 South Boulevard, Suite 200, 28203 • 11am–8pm • 3-course traditional Thanksgiving dinner ($52 adults / $25 kids) + full menu. Reservations for Sullivan's Steakhouse.
BALLANTYNE
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Gallery Restaurant (The Ballantyne Hotel) — 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, 28277 • 4–10pm • Thanksgiving prix-fixe dinner.
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Ballantyne Hotel — Thanksgiving Ballroom Buffet — 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, 28277 • 10:30am–4pm (last seating 3pm) • grand buffet with carving stations & desserts. Reservations for Thanksgiving Ballroom Buffet.
LAKE NORMAN (Huntersville | Cornelius | Mooresville)
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Choplin’s Restaurant (Cornelius) — 19700 One Norman Boulevard, Cornelius, 28031 • noon–4pm • 4-course prix-fixe Thanksgiving meal. Reservations for Choplin's.
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Epic Chophouse (Mooresville) — 104 S Main Street, Mooresville, 28115 • Thanksgiving Day • buffet with carving stations (turkey & prime rib), seafood & desserts. Reservations for Epic Chophouse.
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Red Rocks Café – Birkdale Village (Huntersville) — 8712 Lindholm Drive, Huntersville, 28078 • Thanksgiving service • holiday prix-fixe dinner. Reservations for Red Rocks Café – Birkdale Village.
FORT MILL| ROCK HILL
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Epic Chophouse at Kingsley — 1365 Broadcloth Street, Fort Mill, 29715 • Thanksgiving Day buffet; carving station, fixings & desserts. Reservations for Epic Chophouse at Kingsley.
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Napa at Kingsley — 1310 Broadcloth Street, Fort Mill, 29715 • Thanksgiving Day • 3-course prix-fixe holiday dinner. Reservations for Napa at Kingsley.
- The Pump House — 575 Herrons Ferry Roadd, Rock Hill, 29730 • Thanksgiving Day (all day) • 3-course prix-fixe; kids menu available. Reservations for The Pump House.
LAKE WYLIE / BELMONT
- Drift on Lake Wylie — 315-M Lanyard Lane, Belmont, 28012 • 11:30am–9pm • 3-course prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu. Reservations for Drift on Lake Wylie.
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