Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to eat, drink and be thankful. Looking for ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in Arlington 2022? This post covers Thanksgiving dinner in Arlington, restaurants open for Thanksgiving in Arlington as well as turkey to go and takeout options.
Thanksgiving in the US this year is Thursday, November 24.
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Thanksgiving in Arlington 2022 & Alexandria
Alexandria Restaurant Partners
Don’t feel like cooking this Thanksgiving? ARP has the perfect solution: a Thanksgiving meal better than mom used to make, cooked just for you.
This special pre-order includes a 20-22 pound turkey that feeds up to 12 people, sides that feed up to 6 people, including: Brioche Stuffing, Praline Baked Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Almondine, Garlic Mashed Potatoes,and House Made Cranberry Sauce.
To end on a sweet note, choose a Whole Pumpkin or Pecan Pie, all for $199.
If that’s not enough, add another pie for an additional $35, or double the sides for $55 more!
All you have to do is pick it up! Pick up is available on Wednesday, November 23 at Vola’s Dockside Grill.
Ada’s
Picture this: a three-course Thanksgiving meal with breathtaking, panoramic views of the Potomac.
From Noon-9PM. Ada’s (Alexandria) has it all–diners can select from Ada’s dinner menu, or two 3-course menus ($69 for adults and $29 for kids).
Menu highlights include: Seared Scallops starter with corn fumet, pickled corn, brown butter crumble, and herbs; a Smokey Turkey Breast Roulade with turkey leg rillette, rye bread stuffing, hash brown pave, smoked shallot and thyme gravy, and cranberry-charred orange preserves; and for the icing on the cake… or should we say cheesecake, a Maple-Pecan Cheesecake with gluten free crust, candied pecans, and maple caramel.
Barca
Thanksgiving along the waterfront is a special treat this year. In addition to the the Mediterranean-inspired menu offerings, celebrate Thanksgiving Barca (Alexandria) style from 11AM-7PM with holiday specials like a Turkey Kofte–mint, cinnamon, cranberry chutney, and garlic yogurt ($15) and Honeynut Squash Romesco with quinoa crunch and olive oil served with warm bread ($14).
Theismann’s
Thanksgiving Theismann’s (Alexandria) way with a menu that’s a touchdown! From 11AM-8PM enjoy a special a la carte menu (prices vary) with starters including: Buttermilk Biscuits, BBQ Oysters, Crab Stuffing Fritters, Sweet Potato Tots, Beer Braised Chicken and Pimento Cheese Dip,and Hot Beer Cheese. If you’re in the mood for something on the lighter side, the featured soups and salads are: Butternut Squash & Apple Soup, French Onion Soup, Greens & Feta Salad, and Caesar Salad. When it comes to entrees, there are more than enough options to keep the whole family happy: Seared Sea Scallops, Braised Pork Shank, Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop, 45 Day Aged Filet Mignon, Joe’s Favorite Spirale & Chicken, Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Pan Roasted Salmon, and Chicken Louisiana.
Sides are all $7 each and there’s many to choose from: Garlic Buttermilk Mash, Garlic Green Beans, Praline Sweet Potato Casserole, Brioche Stuffing, Crispy Smashed Garlic-Parmesan Potatoes, Skin-On Fries, and Grilled Asparagus. For a tight end, add some sweetness to the meal, with 3 desserts: Classic Pumpkin Pie, Warm Apple Crumble,and Double Chocolate Cake.
Don’t forget the little ones too! Enjoy a kid’s menu that features a Roasted Turkey with mashed potatoes, green beans, and gravy.
The Majestic
Not only a trip down memory lane, but a 4-course prix fixe Thanksgiving meal at The Majestic (Alexandria) is available from Noon-9PM for $69 as well as a 3-course kids menu for $29.
A Thanksgiving Relish Tray is perfect for the table to share featuring marinated & pickled seasonal vegetables, house made sausage, artisan cheese, warm parker house rolls, and smoked butter, your choice of a first course where you can choose from soup, salad, or even Bacon Stuffed Scallops, entrees that include our delicious Seared Halibut with parsnip purée, roasted blue hubbard squash, pickled baby red onions, caramelized salsify, and herb salad- or a classic Thanksgiving option- Rotisserie Turkey with caramelized garlic-buttermilk mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and herb gravy, and dessert, and 2 sides for the table to share where you can choose from: Baked Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Caramelized Green Beans, Caramelized Garlic-Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Brioche Stuffing, or Harissa Roasted Sweet Potatoes.
Enjoy a decadent dessert selection to complete the meal like the Pumpkin Cheesecake or a Pecan Pie.
Paletete 22
Thanksgiving Day bottomless brunch at Palette 22 is a fun option that will be your best memory of the holiday season! Available from 11AM-7PM, imbibe in multiple bottomless options including Bellinis, Mimosas, and Bloody Mary’s.
VOLA’S
EnjoyThanksgiving dinner at the riverside for the whole family. From 11AM-8PM Vola’s will be offering a special 3-course for $49 as well as a kids prix fixe menu for $29.
Choose a starter, entree, and dessert with menu highlights including: Stuffed Cherrystone Clams with applewood smoked bacon, andouille sausage, sweet peppers, and garlic bread crumbs; Roasted Turkey with garlic-parmesan whipped potatoes, brioche stuffing, almondine green beans, and rosemary-sage turkey gravy; and Apple Cobbler cinnamon sugar apples, graham cracker streusel, crème anglaise.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse (availability & pricing may differ by location) is offering the following for Thanksgiving dine-in:
- Choice of one starter: Caesar salad, steak house salad, or lobster bisque
- Entree: Sliced Oven Roasted Turkey, Sausage & Herb Stuffing, Homemade Turkey Gravy and Cranberry Relish.
- Choice of one side: garlic mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, sweet potato casserole or green beans with garlic
- Dessert: pumpkin cheesecake & vanilla ice cream
They are also offering Thanksgiving to go. $175, serves 4. Available for pickup on November 23 from 12 pm – 4 pm.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is offering Thanksgiving Heat n’ Serve Meals and Homestyle Holiday Pies available in a variety of flavors.
Their Heat n’ Serve options provide a complete homestyle Thanksgiving turkey meal for any size gathering, prepared in two hours or less. Starting at $14.99 per person, the Thanksgiving Heat n’ Serve Feast serves 8-10 and includes a full meal bundle of protein, sides, bread and dessert.
For others, the Thanksgiving Heat n’ Serve Family Dinner makes the perfect meal for gatherings of 4-6, including the same favorites of the Heat n’ Serve Feast like oven-roasted turkey breast with turkey gravy, sweet potato casserole, cornbread dressing, cranberry relish, choice of side and sweet yeast rolls.
Available for pick up Nov. 19-26, while supplies last. Guests that pre-order now and schedule pick up on Nov. 21 or 22 receive a free Bonus Card.
Boston Market
Boston Market (Alexandria) is offering a variety of Thanksgiving meal options from $11.99 per person, prices may vary by market, starting today at all restaurants nationwide. Guests will have a choice between the Hot & Ready-To-Serve meals, catering and a la carte offerings.
The Hot & Ready-To-Serve meals include everything needed to serve between six and 12 people and can be picked up at any Boston Market restaurant the week of Thanksgiving.
For those ready to feed a crowd, groups of 10 or more can cater a hot, buffet-style dinner or individually plated meals that can be delivered or picked up.
Thanksgiving day-of offerings include a Thanksgiving Day meal for $15.99, featuring a choice of roasted turkey breast or half rotisserie chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetable stuffing, a dinner roll and a slice of apple or pumpkin pie. Restaurant hours may vary by location.
Laporta’s Restaurant
Laporta’s Restaurant (Alexandria VA) is offering a Thanksgiving lunch and dinner on November 24 from 11:00 am – 1:45 pm and 2:00 pm – 9 pm, respectively. Priced at $49.99 for lunch and $59.99 for dinner.
Santé
Santé is offering a Thanksgiving dinner on November 24 from 2 pm – 10 pm. Priced at $95 per person, $180 per person including wine pairings, $55 per child 12 & under, and children under 3 are complimentary.
Enjoy a special prix-fixe dining experience featuring traditional favorites or enjoy a la carte Mediterranean offerings.
Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Franconia
Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Franconia (Alexandria VA) is offering a Thanksgiving prix-fixe menu on November 24 from 11 am – 8 pm. Priced at $34 per person and $17 for children plus taxes & gratuities.
Serving a special, three-course, turkey dinner with all the trimmings. A dinner menu full of signature items will be served also.
The Fresh Market
Aside from one-stop shopping, The Fresh Market offers several fully prepared, heat-and-eat meals that are great options for those who want a gourmet feast for an incredible value, but don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen: Some options include:
Ultimate Holiday Meal – Serves 12-14. Includes: Fully Cooked Turkey (10-12 pounds), Boneless Sliced Ham (3.5 pounds), Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes, Traditional Herb Stuffing, Homestyle Turkey Gravy, Roasted Butternut Squash with Pecans and Cranberries, Green Bean Medley, Cranberry Relish with Walnuts, and Soft Golden Dinner Rolls. $179.99 (less than $13 per person).
Traditional Holiday Meal – Serves 8-10. Includes: Cooked Turkey (10-12 pounds), Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes, Traditional Herb Stuffing, Homestyle Turkey Gravy, Cranberry Relish with Walnuts, and Soft Golden Dinner Rolls. $99.99 (starting at $10 per person).
Prime Rib Meal (NEW this year!) – Serves 2 (Perfect for those having a small or non-traditional celebration). Includes: Fully Cooked Prime Rib (1 pound), Mascarpone Whipped Potatoes with Rosemary, Green Bean Medley, and The Fresh Market Horseradish Aioli. $49.99 ($25 per person).
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Maggiano’s Little Italy has the following Thanksgiving offerings:
Family-style dine-in 3-course menu. Reservations recommended.
Their hot and cold prepared carryout bundles feed 4-5 people. Cold-prepared bundles are $179.99 and available for pick-up Tuesday, November 22nd and Wednesday, November 23rd. Hot-prepared bundles are $189.99 and available for pick-up Thursday, 11/24. Now taking call-in pre-orders. Online pre-orders start 11/16. Orders must be placed by 8 pm the night prior to pick-up.
Their takeout menu includes: Caesar Salad | Traditional Roasted Turkey with Giblet Gravy and Sage & Sausage Stuffing | Country-Style Smoked Ham with Ham Glaze and Whipped Sweet Potatoes | Spaghetti & Meatballs | Four-Cheese Ravioli | Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Cranberry Relish | Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake | Fresh Baked Ciabatta Bread.
The Honey Baked Company
The Honey Baked Ham Company has the following Thanksgiving offerings:
- Honey Baked Ham® & Turkey Feast includes either an eight- or nine-pound Bone-In Half Ham with a Turkey Breast and four Heat & Serve Sides like Maple Sweet Potato Souffle, Double Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Green Bean Casserole or Tuscan Broccoli – sure to please all ages!
- Turkey Dinner comes with a Turkey Breast and a choice of three Heat & Serve Sides.
- Quarter Ham Meal has a Quarter Bone-In Ham and three Heat & Serve Sides.
- Honey Baked™ Boneless Ham & Turkey Feast includes a Half Boneless Ham, Turkey Breast and four Heat & Serve Sides.
- Desserts options include: Red Velvet Cake, Southern Pecan Pie and Triple Chocolate Cake.
All meal offerings above are available to purchase at your nearest HoneyBaked location or visit honeybaked.com to buy online and pick up in store.
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