Thanksgiving Dinner in Blue Ridge, GA | Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving

Give yourself a break this Thanksgiving and leave the cooking to local chefs.

Thanksgiving Pre-Orders

With festive buffets, traditional turkey dinners, and savory barbecue, these Blue Ridge restaurants have Thanksgiving spreads for every appetite. Choose from several restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day for a traditional sit-down dinner with family and friends. Or, for a more relaxed holiday, pick up a prepared feast and savor it in the comfort of your cabin. No matter how you choose to celebrate, Blue Ridge makes it easy to enjoy a flavorful, stress-free Thanksgiving.

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Southern Charm

Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner

Brasstown Valley Resort

12 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Reservations required

Make Thanksgiving unforgettable at Brasstown Valley Resort’s lavish buffet, featuring a carving station with oven-roasted turkey, smoked ham, and roast beef, plus fresh seafood, savory sides, and traditional desserts.

Southern Charm Restaurant

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Dine-In only. No reservations accepted.

Let the chefs at Southern Charm Restaurant do the cooking and order from their special Thanksgiving menu featuring turkey, ham, lots of sides, and pumpkin pie. Come hungry and arrive early for a meal full of seasonal flavor.

The Waterfront Bar & Restaurant

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Reservations suggested (423) 548-1535, takeout available

Take out or dine in at The Waterfront Bar in Copperhill, Tennessee. The buffet will be open, with a full bar available and NFL football games all day. Enjoy Thanksgiving on their heated patio.

Thanksgiving Open Table

12 p.m. – 4 p.m. | No reservations required.

Skip all the cooking and hosting this year and join The Good Samaritans for their annual Thanksgiving Open Table dinner at Fannin County High School's cafeteria. This free dinner serves up smoked turkey, traditional sides, and plenty of holiday spirit. You can dine in the cafeteria or take your meal to go, making it a convenient way to enjoy Thanksgiving. Consider volunteering to help serve and spread some extra holiday cheer this Thanksgiving.

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Brasstown Valley Resort

Thanksgiving Pre-Orders

Carroll's Barbeque

Take the hassle out of Thanksgiving with a Carroll’s Barbeque pre-ordered meal, perfect for a family gathering. Past meals have included sliced turkey or a whole bird, plus traditional sides and a sweet apple pie for dessert, serving 6-7 guests. Find the most up-to-date meal offerings on their Facebook page.

Harvest on Main

Preorder Online by November 20 | Pick up November 23 - 25, from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Enjoy a complete meal with all your traditional favorites prepared in the heart of downtown Blue Ridge at Harvest on Main.

Jim’s Smokin’ Que

Pre-order by November 22, 2026 | Pick up November 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Let Jim’s Smokin’ Que prepare your Thanksgiving feast with their mouthwatering pre-order options, including an à la carte menu, whole smoked turkey, or a full family meal. The family feast serves 8-10 people and includes classic sides and pecan pie, making it easy to serve a traditional holiday spread. Available for pickup, this option lets you enjoy all the best parts of Thanksgiving without the prep.

Southern Charm Restaurant

Preorder Online | Pick up November 25, 2026, from 11 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.

Enjoy a chef-prepared meal from the comfort of your cabin with Southern Charm's to-go menu, featuring holiday classics like oven-roasted sliced turkey, sweet brown sugar ham, sides, and dessert.

The Sawmill Place

Preorder Online | Pick up November 25, 2026, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Sawmill Place in Blairsville offers Thanksgiving meals by online pre-order only. The menu includes classic Thanksgiving meals and add-on options.

Want to prepare your own Thanksgiving meal in a cozy cabin? Pre-order a holiday meal kit from the Blue Ridge Walmart and create a memorable dinner with all the trimmings.

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving

Not in the mood for turkey and stuffing? These restaurants are open on Thanksgiving and serve everything from barbecue to Mexican fare to smoothies and coffee, so you can celebrate the holiday your way. Holiday hours vary, so call ahead.