Thanksgiving in the Triangle might mean brunch in downtown Durham, dinner in Raleigh or picking up a turkey and sides on the way to a family gathering in Chapel Hill. This guide rounds up holiday dinners, brunches and turkey-to-go options across North Carolina’s Triangle, including Cary and nearby communities.
Thanksgiving in America this year is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Thanksgiving The Triangle 2026: Restaurant Offerings
This list is not exhaustive and will be updated as information becomes available. If your favourite restaurant is not listed, contact them directly to ask about their Thanksgiving offerings.
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Napa Bistro & Wine Bar (Raleigh) is serving a $60 prix fixe menu featuring Thanksgiving favourites, seasonal dishes and selections inspired by the restaurant’s regular menu.
Fleming’s Steakhouse (Raleigh) is opening at 11 AM and serving a two-course Thanksgiving menu with a choice of steak or turkey.
- Price: Starting at $64 per person.
- Menu: Choose Filet Mignon, Prime Bone-In Ribeye or Roasted Turkey, accompanied by a starter and shareable side dishes.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House, North Raleigh, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Cary (Cary) and Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Durham (Durham) are serving a traditional three-course turkey dinner with holiday trimmings. Guests will also receive an additional portion to take home.
Overlook Raleigh Downtown Restaurant (Raleigh) is preparing a $45 buffet-style dinner with holiday favourites, seasonal selections and traditional Thanksgiving comfort foods.
Crossroads Barroom and Restaurant (Chapel Hill) is hosting a prepaid Thanksgiving lunch buffet. Reservations must be made at least 72 hours in advance, and walk-ins will not be accepted.
- Price: $100 per person, plus tax and service charge. Children five and younger dine free.
- Menu: Carving stations feature Turkey, Ham and Prime Rib, followed by dessert carts with assorted pies.
Tandem (Carrboro) is serving a family-style Thanksgiving feast from 11 AM to 4 PM. The meal is $95 for adults and $25 for children 12 and younger, before tax and gratuity.
Irregardless (Raleigh) is offering both a three-course Thanksgiving dinner and a take-and-bake feast for celebrating at home.
- Dine-In: The $70 prix fixe menu includes choices such as Tempura Oyster Mushrooms, Sweet Potato Ginger Soup, Roasted Turkey Breast, Prime Rib, Pan-Seared Striped Bass and Heirloom Carrot Wellington. Desserts include Pumpkin Pie and Bread Pudding with Bourbon Anglaise.
- Takeout: The $199 package feeds four to six and includes Roasted Turkey, Gravy, three sides, Yeast Rolls, Cranberry Jam and dessert. Entrées, sides, desserts and extras can also be ordered separately. Orders are due by 9 PM on November 22, with pickup on November 25 or 26.
Lutra Cafe & Bakery (Durham) is taking Thanksgiving preorders for pastries, pies, breads and side dishes. Orders close November 20, with pickup on November 24 and 25.
- Price: Individual baked goods start at $3, pies and desserts range from $28 to $35, and Sweet Buns are $40 per half-dozen or $80 per dozen.
- Menu: Choices include Orange, Cinnamon Vanilla, Pecan Caramel and Cranberry Orange Sweet Buns, Pumpkin Chiffon Pie, Chocolate Pecan Pie, Apple Caramel Pie, Lemon Meringue Tart, Parker House Rolls, Buttermilk Biscuits, Squash Cheddar Scones and Cranberry Relish.
Sam Jones BBQ (Raleigh) is preparing a $148.99 heat-and-serve Thanksgiving meal for eight to 10 people. Orders must be placed by noon on November 20, with pickup on November 25 at the Raleigh and Winterville restaurants.
- Price: $148.99 for the complete meal, $49.99 for a four-pound Smoked Ham or $67.99 for a Whole Smoked Turkey Breast.
- Menu: Whole Smoked Turkey Breast, Sweet Barbecue Sauce, Macaroni and Cheese, Baked Beans, Green Bean Casserole, Sweet Potato Muffins and Pecan Pie.
Union Special (Raleigh) is accepting Thanksgiving preorders for pies, breads, cookies, side dishes and snacks. Orders are due November 22, with pickup on November 24 and 25.
- Price: Pies are $29 to $35, breads are $4 to $9, cookies are $20 to $25 per dozen, and sides and snacks are $8 to $18.
- Menu: Bourbon Pecan Pie, Dutch Apple Pie, Dark Chocolate Chess Pie, Sweet Potato Pumpkin Pie, Parker House Rolls, Union Sour, Baguettes, Blue Corn Cookies, Vegan Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies, Stuffing, Creamed Collards, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Macaroni and Cheese, Maple-Glazed Carrots, Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Green Bean Casserole.
Overlook at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown is hosting a Thanksgiving buffet with seatings at 2 PM and 4 PM.
- Price: $45 for adults, $25 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for children four and younger.
- Menu: Whole Brined Turkey, Mustard-Glazed Smoked Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Stuffing and Macaroni and Cheese. Desserts include Caramel Apple Flan and Pecan Pie with Whipped Cream.
10th & Terrace (Raleigh) is serving Thanksgiving-inspired small plates and a themed cocktail from November 19 to 26. Prices range from $10 to $17, and reservations are not required.
- Menu: Turkey Sliders with Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing and Gravy, Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skewers, and Sweet Potato Pie with Brûléed Marshmallow.
- Cocktail: The Turducken combines Duck-Fat-Washed Wild Turkey 101, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup and Egg White.
The Durham (Durham) is marking their 10th Thanksgiving with a family-style feast served from 11 AM to 4 PM.
- Price: $85 for adults and $35 for children 10 and younger, before beverages, tax and 20% gratuity.
- Menu: Cider-Brined Cathis Farms Turkey, Oven-Roasted North Carolina Ham, House-Made Dressing, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Cider-Braised Collards, seasonal vegetables, traditional sides and holiday desserts.
The Willard (Raleigh) is serving a rooftop Thanksgiving buffet from 2 PM to 7 PM, with skyline views and afternoon football games shown in the ballroom.
- Price: $60 for adults, $25 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for children four and younger.
- Menu: Turkey, Maple Bourbon-Glazed Ham, Cornbread Dressing, Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecans, Mac and Cheese, Green Bean Casserole, pies, cookies and brownies.
The Willard Friendsgiving Cocktail Class takes place from 2 PM to 3:30 PM on November 15. The $55 class teaches guests to prepare three seasonal cocktails accompanied by a curated food menu.
- Cocktails: Spiced Pear Spritz, Apple Orchard Mule and Cranberry Maple Bourbon Smoked Old Fashioned.
Trophy Trot 5K begins at 9 AM on Thanksgiving Day, following a route through Dorothea Dix Park and ending with an afterparty at Trophy on Maywood. Registration is $45 per person or $160 for a family of four, with proceeds supporting Healing Transitions.