The Triangle Weekender

Your Guide to Thanksgiving Day Meals, Desserts and Feasts To-Go
Dine in or order your dinner to-go from these Triangle restaurants, caterers and bakeries

Ease the stress of the holiday and savor the season by dining out, picking up pies and sweets, or ordering your dinner to-go from these Triangle restaurants, caterers and bakeries.

Thanksgiving Day Dining in the Triangle

A couple enjoying turkey dinners with red and white wine
Photo courtesy of The Willard Rooftop

Wake County

Irregardless

Reserve your spot to celebrate Thanksgiving Day at Irregardless in Raleigh, or pre-order a “Take & Bake” classic turkey package. Its dine-in menu offers seasonal small plates for the table, along with classic large plates like roasted turkey.

Perry’s

Make it a Perry’s Thanksgiving for just $49 per person. Take your pick between a soup or salad appetizer, followed by a traditional main course with sides and a slice of pumpkin cheesecake as the “Perry” on top! Dine in on Thursday, Nov. 27 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The Willard Rooftop

Top off your Turkey Day with a beautiful view of the downtown Raleigh skyline! The Willard Rooftop hosts a Thanksgiving Day buffet complete with delectable dishes such as maple bourbon-glazed ham and pumpkin chess pie. The dinner is $60 for adults, $25 for kids younger than 12 and free for kids ages 4 and younger. Football fans can catch their favorite game in the ballroom from 1-4 p.m.!

Brio Italian Grille

Bring your loved ones to Brio Italian Grille this year for a feast to remember! Dig into traditional Thanksgiving favorites or order from Brio’s regular Italian menu. Kids 12 and younger can order in smaller portions.

Several Thanksgiving dishes, including sweet potatos, green beans, cranberries, stuffing, and bread rolls.
Photo courtesy of The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille

Give thanks and enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving meal at The Capital Grille in Raleigh! Share seasonal plates like turkey, stuffing and sweet potatoes with your loved ones for $50 for adults and $20 for kids. Pre-order scrumptious Thanksgiving sides to-go before Nov. 25 – the perfect pairing for any homemade turkey.

Fleming’s Steakhouse

Let Fleming’s Steakhouse host this year, with flavors from an irresistible two-course menu. Starting at $59 per person, help yourself to a classic starter, delicious sides and a tasty dessert (or order off of Fleming’s full dinner menu). The kids can order from the children’s three-course menu for $22.

A Thanksgiving dinner table covered wth dishes like turkey, salad, and cakes, with Fall table decorations
Photo courtesy of Sullivan’s Steakhouse

Sullivan’s Steakhouse

Sullivan’s Steakhouse welcomes you and your family to celebrate Thanksgiving Day in its dining room this year. Choose from a selection of starters, entrees, side dishes and desserts for $52 per person ($25 for kids). Pre-order a meal for five to ten through Nov. 27 for pick up or delivery. Pickup is available Nov. 26, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Nov. 27, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. and includes reheating instructions.

Braise Contemporary Southern

Enjoy Thanksgiving the Southern way from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Braise Contemporary Southern! Indulge in a soulful Turkey Day feast with plates such as goat cheese ravioli and smoked cheddar mac and cheese. 

Margaux’s

Margaux’s celebrates the holiday with a three-course, prix fixe menu, featuring a variety of unique dishes such as crab crusted flounder and lobster mac and cheese. Children can order from the petite gourmand menu for $29.95, while the prix fixe menu is $84.95 per person for adults.

The Pit

Secure your spot at The Pit this year for a family-style Thanksgiving dinner! This classic Southern meal features nostalgic flavors of barbecue, pecan pie, sweet potato casserole and more. Bring the family for $65 per person and $27 for kids ages 12 and younger.

Sophie’s Grill & Bar

Sophie’s Grill and Bar has a little bit of something for everyone this Thanksgiving. Bring your friends and family, and order from its special menu between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m.

Chef’s Palette

Satisfy your palette at Chef’s Palette Restaurant and Bar this Thanksgiving! Take your pick from a variety of seasonal menu options like turkey with gravy, honey-glazed ham and sage-sausage stuffing. Celebrate with the family for $65 per adult and $30 for children ages 6 to 10. Seatings are available at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Peck and Plume

Peck & Plume at The Mayton opens its dining room on Thanksgiving Day for a buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

A Thanksgiving dinner buffet, including Turkey and other sides
Photo courtesy of Il Faló

Il Faló

Dine in at Il Faló for an elegant Thanksgiving experience this year and indulge in a traditional buffet in The Westin’s Grand Ballroom. The buffet includes classics and specialties like braised collards with smoked turkey and Brussels sprouts with Grana Padano for $79 per person and $39 for kids ages 6 to 10.

10th & Terrace

Reserve a seat at the table at Raleigh’s 10th & Terrace and celebrate Thanksgiving all week long. Enjoy tasty bites and festive cocktails Nov. 20-27, including turkey sliders and potato croquettes.

Durham County

Bird-eye view of people gathered around a long table for Thanksgiving dinner
Photo courtesy of The Durham Hotel

The Durham Hotel

Enjoy dinner at The Durham on Thanksgiving Day this year! It will be hosting a family-style feast with holiday comfort food like ham, potatoes and mac and cheese. The meal is $85 per adult and $35 per child aged 10 and younger.

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

The Washington Duke Inn’s Thanksgiving buffet is back this holiday season! It will host parties in the Presidents Ballroom and Foyer for a fine dining experience you won’t want to miss. The buffet is $130 for adults and $60 for children. Seatings are available at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris

Reserve a table for a special supper this Thanksgiving at Ruth’s Chris. Indulge in a multi-course dinner from the prix fixe menu, paired with a red or white wine. Give thanks with the family for $48 for adults and $20 for children.

Counting House

Celebrate Thanksgiving this year the Counting House way, with unique flavors like oyster stuffing and prime rib or classic plates like herb-roasted turkey and mac n’ cheese. Be sure to save room for sweet potato pie, apple cobbler or caramel tart!

Orange County

Tandem

Carrboro’s Tandem is bringing reimagined Thanksgiving favorites to table this year available dine in or takeout. Select from offerings like smoked potato puree, a citrus and squash salad and green bean casserole for $80 for adults and $25 for children younger than 12.

Pies, Pastries and More

A chocolate chess pie on a blue plate, a yellow dandelion garnishes the table
Photo courtesy of Once in a Blue Moon Bakery & Cafe.

Wake County

Once in a Blue Moon Bakery & Cafe

Once in a Blue Moon Bakery and Cafe has a plethora of award-winning pies and cheesecakes to choose from this holiday season. The bakery’s got flavors for the whole family from chocolate-bourbon-pecan pie to cherry crumb pie.

Bittersweet

Stay on the sweet side at Bittersweet this holiday season, with a tasty selection of pies, sundaes, ice cream, mousse and more. Pair with a fresh seasonal cocktail or nonalcoholic beverage. There are plenty of gluten-free and vegan options as well!

Hayes Barton Cafe & Dessertery

Hayes Barton Cafe and Dessertery has a delectable assortment of award-winning desserts, from pies to cakes and more. Try the dessertery’s special flavors or stay classic with seasonal sweets like pumpkin spice cake and banana pudding. Menu options rotate daily, so keep an eye out for your favorites!

Premier Cakes

Premier Cakes is offering stress-free slices from its pie pans to your plate this holiday season. Indulge in fruity and seasonal flavors like blueberry pie and Bo’s sweet potato pie from this local bakery.

A snowman and a rabbit-shaped pastry on a table with chocolates and other colorful pastries
Photo courtesy of La Farm Bakery

La Farm Bakery

Put the fun into your fall treats this season with adorable holiday breads from La Farm Bakery. The bakery is offering artistic renditions of classic bread, like its artisan snowman bread and its holiday stencil loafs, along with seasonal tarts.

Slice Pie Company

Slice Pie Company is using holiday treats to lend a helping hand this year. Make your purchase from a variety of delicious pies and a portion of proceeds from your order will be used to support those impacted by Hurricane Helene. 

Nancy Jo’s Homemade

Keep it classic with Nancy Jo’s Homemade pies, cakes and boxed goods from nostalgic slices like pecan pie to homemade 12-layer cake. Pre-order your Thanksgiving sweets before Nov. 20.

Weaver Street Market

Try the handmade pies and tarts from Weaver Street Market to taste a little slice of home. It’s offering seasonal pies like strawberry-rhubarb pie, plum pie and sweet potato pie, along with other treats like breads, cakes, cookies and pastries.

Nothing Bundt Cakes

You’ll have nothing “bundt” fun with these holiday-themed bundts from Nothing Bundt Cakes in Raleigh. Order a Give Thanks bundt, decorated with a festive pilgrim turkey. Or take your pick from a variety of Thankful Turkeys Bundtinis, shareable mini bundt cakes perfect for giving thanks.

Ann’s Bakeshop

Breads, pies, muffins, oh my! Ann’s Bakeshop has something for every kind of sweet tooth this holiday season. From cupcakes to donuts, you’re bound to enjoy each bite. Gluten-free and vegan options are available as well! Pickup is only available during the Holly Spring Farmers Market hours, but the bakeshop delivers to Apex, Cary, Raleigh and Durham during the weekdays.

A NY-style cheesecake with orange kenafa toppings
Photo courtesy of Asali.

Asali

Spice up your holiday dessert stash this year with Mediterranean-style pies, tarts and cakes from Asali! The cafe is offering signature desserts like Chocoflan, Banoffee Baklava Pie and Kenafa Cheesecake along with traditional fall pastries and baked goods.

SweetCheeks Baked Treats

Have a big family with an even bigger sweet tooth? SweetCheeks Baked Treats is selling custom sheet cakes to serve up to 58, decorated with your choice of buttercream, fillings and decorations. Cupcakes, tiered cakes, cookies and small bites are also available!

Durham County

Red velvet cookies with white filling and white chocolate drizzle topping
Photo courtesy of Little Barb’s Bakery

Little Barb’s Bakery

“Durham’s friendly neighborhood bakery” is sure to stock up your holiday season with sweets galore! Stop by Little Barb’s Bakery for a variety of baked goods, including cakes, cupcakes, poptarts, cakesicles, pies, breads, cookies, cheesecakes and more.

Foster’s Market

Foster’s Market is bringing a plethora of fall flavors to your table this holiday season with savory delights like herb cheddar biscuits and treats on the sweeter side, like apple pie.

Loaf

Mix up the classics with a sweet potato-coconut pie, or try something new, like the collard sourdough loaf. Loaf also selling specialty pound cake and shortbread! Pre-order pickup is available Nov. 25-26.

Dulce Cafe & Gelato

If you’re looking for classic cakes to feed the whole family, Dulce Cafe and Gelato is your go-to bakery. It offers chocolate, vanilla, carrot and red velvet cakes with a variety of rich mousse filling flavors and frosting to serve up to 75 people.

Pieces of cornbread on a plate, topped with butter
Photo courtesy of Sage & Swift

Sage & Swift

Securing the desserts during the holidays can be short and sweet with Sage and Swift! The catering company offers cookies, pies, muffins, cake, cupcakes and more to complete your feast without the hassle.

Nothing Bundt Cakes

You’ll have nothing but fun with these holiday-themed bundts from Nothing Bundt Cakes in Durham. Order a Give Thanks bundt, decorated with a festive pilgrim turkey. Or take your pick from a variety of Thankful Turkeys Bundtinis, shareable mini bundt cakes perfect for giving thanks.

Orange County

A full cinnamon pie topped with dollops of whipped cream, on a table with a cake server, cinnamon sticks, and a creamer server with a pastry inside
Photo courtesy of Even Dough Bakery

Even Dough

Even Dough’s full dessert menu has an extensive selection of baked goods with an international flair. Choose from an array of flavors of cakes, babka, cookies, loaf cakes, brownies, bars, pies, tarts and challah. Larger parties should take a look at the catering menu!

Tonya’s Cookies

Tonya’s Cookies has all of the desserts this year, from signature cookies to tarts and pies. Go for the classic sweets or get something decorative to start the holidays off right.

Weaver Street Market

Try the handmade pies and tarts from Weaver Street Market to taste a little slice of home. Weaver Street is offering seasonal pies like strawberry-rhubarb pie, plum pie and sweet potato pie, along with other treats like breads, cakes, cookies and pastries.

Kim’s Bake Shop

Kim’s Bake Shop is accepting preorders for Thanksgiving pastries, cakes and other specialties for pickup on Nov. 26 and 27. Top it off with the signature salty bourbon caramel or a pint of fresh whipped cream!

A baking sheet full of sugar cookies topped with orange and brown frosting
Photo courtesy of Genevieve Bakery

Genevieve Pastry

If you’re in need of a sweet and chic assortment of holiday desserts, check out Genevieve Pastry, a home-based, French-style bakery bursting with charming, seasonal flavors. Order from a variety of goods such as macarons, mini cakes, tartlets and more, with a variety of gluten-free options as well!

Holiday Catering and To-Go Dinners

Thanksgiving dinner on a table, including ham, turkey, stuffing, and bread
Photo courtesy of The Honey Baked Ham Company.

Wake County

The Honey Baked Ham Company

Avoid the kitchen chaos this year and order Thanksgiving dinner to-go from The Honey Baked Ham Company. The feast comes frozen and is made to serve 14 to 18 guests with a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Locations in Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Wake Forest.

Irregardless

Thanksgiving can still taste like home without the hassle with Irregardless’s Thanksgiving Take and Bake. Order a la carte to mix and match your favorites, or purchase a meal package for a gathering of three to four. Pick up your order on Nov. 27 or on Thanksgiving Day.

Brio Italian Grille

Brio Italian Grille has got you covered this year, with to-go and catering options. Pick up a frozen meal to heat later, or grab it hot and ready for the table! The feast includes turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce and dessert. Family-style meals are available for pre-order Nov. 24-27 and catering pre-orders are offered now through Nov. 27.

The Pit

You can go big and go home this Thanksgiving! Order a package for $50 per person to serve up to 16, or take your pick from the a la carte Thanksgiving menu. Packages come with plenty of meats, appetizers and fixings, with your choice of pecan or pumpkin pie for dessert. Pre-order a takeout package before Nov. 21 and enjoy this classic Southern feast at home!

Perry’s

Gather with family and friends around your own table and enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner from Perry’s Steakhouse and Grille! Individual meals are $49 per person, or family-style meals serving four are $149. Pick up your order cold to heat later or ready to serve. Pre-order options available for pickup Nov. 26-27.

A hand drizzling grazy over slices of Turkey breast, with Thanksgiving sides in dishes in the background.
Photo courtesy of Sam Jones BBQ

Sam Jones BBQ

Place your order for a Sam Jones Thanksgiving heat-and-serve meal package, complete with a turkey breast, Sam Jones’ signature sweet barbecue sauce and savory fixings for $148.99. Or just take home the meats – smoked turkey breast or ham. Order by Nov. 22 to pick up on Nov. 26 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Donovan’s Dish

It’s possible to have Thanksgiving delivered to your door with Donovan’s Dish. Order by noon on Nov. 20 to have your special feast delivered right to your home, or pick it up at the Cary takeout market. Order for six or grab an individual meal!

The Lemon Tree

2025 is your year to take a break from the kitchen without missing the festive flavors of Thanksgiving. The Lemon Tree is offering a variety of Thanksgiving sides, specials and desserts for you to enjoy stress-free.

Figulina

Choose from Figulina’s three Thanksgiving bundles – turkey roulade, fall lasagne or fall lasagne (veggie) – or elevate your turkey day meal with scrumptious a la carte sides, including heirloom baby rainbow carrots and pumpkin spice tiramisu. Place your pre-order by Nov. 19 for pickup on Nov. 26.

Union Special

Treat yourself to something sweet or savory from Union Special, from pies and breads to snacks and sides, including bourbon pecan pie and roasted broccolini with romesco. Orders will be available for pickup Nov. 25-26.

Element Gastropub

Order a plant-based feast from Element Gastropub, featuring house-made vegan turkey, sourdough stuffing, mushroom gravy and more vegan-friendly delights. Pickup is available Wednesday, Nov. 26.

Hummingbird

Pre-order a small or large meal from Hummingbird by 11 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, and pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 26 between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Each meal includes Union Special rolls and your choice of caramel apple or pumpkin tiramisu pie.

Longleaf Swine

Make your Thanksgiving meal a classic Southern spread with delicacies from Longleaf Swine, including whole-hog barbecue, smoked bone-in turkey breast, cornbread dressing and collard greens. Bring home the bacon, so to speak, on Wednesday, Nov. 26.

Poppyseed Market

Preorder a Thanksgiving dinner for six from Poppyseed Market by 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22. Treat your friends and family to a classic spread of turkey, gravy, potatoes and green bean casserole. Orders will be available for pickup Nov. 26 from 5-9 p.m., while catering orders will be ready Nov. 27 between 9-11 a.m.

Table & Twine

Place your order for a dinner for eight from Table & Twine – featuring savory cornbread stuffing, butternut squash gratin and everything in between – by Monday, Nov. 17.

The Fiction Kitchen

Treat your fam to seasonal vegan bites from The Fiction Kitchen’s a la carte menu, like lentil-chickpea loaf and shiitake mushroom gravy – available for pickup Nov. 25-26 between noon and 3 p.m.

Durham County

Foster’s Market

Enjoy a Foster’s feast this Thanksgiving and order to-go from the Thanksgiving menu! Grab dinner for four or order a la carte for hors d’oeuvres, baked goods, sides, main courses, accompaniments and drinks. All orders must be placed before noon on Sunday, Nov. 23 and picked up between noon and 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26.

Ruth’s Chris

If you can’t make it into the dining room on Thanksgiving this year, take your complete meal to-go from Ruth’s Chris. Place your turkey feast order or just choose from signature sides like roasted garlic green beans and sausage-herb stuffing. Pickup is available Nov. 27, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

The Honey Baked Ham Company

Avoid the kitchen chaos this year and order Thanksgiving dinner to-go from The Honey Baked Ham Company. The feast comes frozen and is made to serve 14 to 18 guests with a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Locations in Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Wake Forest.

Sage & Swift

Sit back and leave the cooking to Sage and Swift this year. The Thanksgiving menu features meats, sides, soups, sauces, breads and desserts. Or just grab your Thanksgiving to-go package loaded with everything you need for the holiday.

Boricua Soul

Add a little extra soul to your table with Thanksgiving takeout meals from Boricua Soul at American Tobacco Campus featuring the essence of Southern cooking with Caribbean and Euro-African roots, bringing diverse dishes like mofongo porchetta and perfil. Order by Nov. 23 for pickup on Nov. 26.

Orange County

The Root Cellar

Enjoy Thanksgiving with a twist in the comfort of your dining room from The Root Cellar in Chapel Hill! The cafe is offering a special $175 meal for four with the traditional roasted turkey, cranberry red wine braised brisket, or butternut squash lasagna. Check the a la carte options for more delicious must-haves on your Thanksgiving table. All orders must be placed by Nov. 17 for pickup on Nov. 26 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Tandem

Carrboro’s Tandem is bringing reimagined Thanksgiving favorites your table this year. Order from the take out menu for $85 per person and select from plates like smoked potato puree, pears and roots and citrus and sweet potato mousse.

Acme Food & Beverage Co.

Enjoy a Thanksgiving for two with a feast to-go from Acme Food & Beverage Co. For $95, enjoy a holiday dinner to pick up on the day before Thanksgiving, on Nov. 26 between 2 and 5 p.m.

Chatham County

A Thanksgiving feast full of dishes like pies, bread rolls, salads, and steak
Photo courtesy of Fearrington House

Fearrington House

Thanksgiving for two please! Fearrington House is accepting orders for a boxed feast for two, complete with everything you need for dinner. Add a red or white wine pairing or a few extra pies to make the perfect meal for you. Place your order by Nov. 19 and pickup Thanksgiving morning between 10-11 a.m. at the Fearrington Barn.

Cafe Root Cellar

Enjoy Thanksgiving with a twist in the comfort of your dining room from Cafe Root Cellar in Pittsboro! The special $175 meal for four features traditional roasted turkey, cranberry-red wine braised brisket or butternut squash lasagna. Check the a la carte options for more delicious must-haves on your Thanksgiving table. All orders must be placed by Nov. 17 for pickup on Nov. 26 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Note: Make sure to check the dine-in options’ available reservations to ensure there’s still a seat at the table.


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