Where to Find Thanksgiving Dinner in Blue Ridge

November 27, 2025

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

Thanksgiving Pre-Orders
Thanksgiving Menus
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving

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, consider picking up a prepared feast and savoring it in the comfort of your cabin. However you choose to celebrate, Blue Ridge makes it easy to enjoy a flavorful and stress-free Thanksgiving.

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Southern Charm

Brasstown Valley Resort

12 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Reservations required, call 706-379-4617.

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

Hosting guests early? Brasstown Valley Resort has you covered with a Thanksgiving Eve buffet on Wednesday, Nov. 26 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations are strongly recommended for the Thanksgiving Eve buffet.

Southern Charm Restaurant

11 a.m. - 5 p.m. | No reservations accepted.

Leave the cooking to the chefs at Southern Charm Restaurant 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. - 10 p.m. | No reservation required.

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.

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.

Thanksgiving Pre-Orders

Carroll's Barbeque

Pick up: Nov. 26

Take the hassle out of Thanksgiving with a Carroll’s Barbeque pre-ordered meal, perfect for a family gathering. Choose between sliced turkey or a whole bird, along with traditional sides and a sweet apple pie for dessert. Serves 6-7 guests. Spend more time celebrating and less time cooking with this ready-made meal!

Jim’s Smokin’ Que

Pre-order by Nov. 22 | Pick up Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. - 5 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 features classic sides and a pecan pie, making it easy to serve up a traditional holiday spread. Available for pick-up, this option allows you to enjoy all the best parts of Thanksgiving without the prep. Just place your order online by Nov. 22nd. Orders will close when presales are full.

Old Toccoa Farm

Pre-order by Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. | Pick up Nov. 26 by 4 p.m.

Members of Old Toccoa Farm can make dinner easy and delicious with take-out from The Tavern! Choose from tender turkey or honey maple-glazed baked ham, paired with Toccoa greens salad, loaded mashed potatoes, pecan sweet potato casserole, and more for a meal that’s sure to impress. All meals are prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. To place your order, email tavern@oldtf.com.

Paradise Hills, Winery Resort & Spa

Pre-order by Nov. 15 | Pick up Nov. 26 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Elevate your Thanksgiving with a meal from Paradise Hills, where their exquisite menu features a menu of seasonal favorites like butternut squash bisque and turkey breast with cranberry-orange relish. This feast serves 4-6 guests. Treat your family to a gourmet Thanksgiving without stepping foot in the kitchen. Simply order online and prepare for a stress-free Thanksgiving at home.

Southern Charm Restaurant

Pre-order by Nov. 21 | Pick up Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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

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.

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Brasstown Valley Resort

Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner

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 and traditional Japanese sushi, giving you plenty of delicious ways to celebrate the holiday your own way.

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