Want to celebrate the day of thanks, but not planning on cooking a full dinner this year? Don’t quit Thanksgiving cold turkey — we’ve got you covered with where to dine-in + carry-out for Thanksgiving dinner.
We are totally falling for these local options for collard greens, mac and cheese, and Chocolate Walnut Pies — plus, we break down where to get local ingredients for those rolling up their sleeves in the kitchen this holiday. What could be butter? (Sorry, are our puns too corny? 🌽)
Here’s our offering — but let us know what we missed and we’ll update our guide.
🍗 Where to dine-in:
California Dreaming, 401 Main St. | Open 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixins for $24.95 (or $10.95 for kids under 10). Pro tip: If you’d rather stay home, you can preorder your dinner for curbside pickup.
Cola’s, 1215 Assembly St. | Open 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cola’s Thanksgiving menu includes both traditional seasonal options, along with several specials for those not hungry for turkey. Apple, pecan, or pumpkin pie, you can’t go wrong with any of these slices. Pro tip: Be sure to call and make reservations here.
The GRAND, 1621 Main St. | Open 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Try their special Thanksgiving menu, which consists of three entrees, tapas, a pie flight dessert, specialty cocktails + a curated wine selection. Customers will also receive one hour of free bowling.
Hall’s Chophouse, 1221 Main St.
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, complete with sides + desserts. You can also pre-order to take your meal to go. Pro tip: Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are preferred.
Hampton Street Vineyard, 1207 Hampton St.
Calling all wine lovers. Hampton Street Vineyard’s Thanksgiving Dinner is part of their Wine Dinner Series. They’ve received the “Best of Award of Excellence” for South Carolina from the Wine Spectator Magazine for the last five years. Pro tip: Be sure to call and make reservations here.
Lizard’s Thicket, Multiple locations | Open 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Main Course, 1624 Main St. | Open 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For just $25, enjoy a full buffet, two carving stations + a dessert table. Pro tip: If someone in your family can’t make it, you can bring home a to-go plate.
Ruth’s Chris, 924 Senate St. | Open 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Dine in with a multi-course traditional Thanksgiving dinner, or choose to pre-order your meal to go. Online reservations are available now.
🍗 Where to carry-out:
Be sure to place those carry-out orders ASAP, many of the spots you might recognize are already sold out of items.
The Blended Bakery, 5076 Sunset Blvd., Lexington
Order the Thanksgiving dinner package, or order desserts a la carte.
Esther’s Soul Food + Kitchen, 631 Promenade Pl. | Orders must be placed by Sat., Nov. 20
Choose from meats like turkey wings, oxtails + ham. Compliment the meats with some side dishes + desserts.
Fleur de Licious Creole, 2708 Brinkley Ln.
Try a Louisiana-style Thanksgiving dinner, complete with Cajun fried turkey, dirty rice, bread pudding + more.
Gourmet Rose Fine Catering, 1717 Enoree Ave. | Orders must be placed by 5 p.m. on Thurs., Nov. 18
Choose from an oven roasted herb rubbed turkey — or seasoned turkey breast — a variety of traditional sides + desserts.
Home Team BBQ, 700 Harden St. | Orders must be placed 72 hours in advance
Build your own Thanksgiving spread, or order the family package, which includes smoke meats + sides. Orders can be prepared hot or cold with take-n-bake instructions.
Honey River Catering, 701 Gervais St. | Orders must be placed by 5 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 17
Preorder a variety of sides + desserts for pickup at City Roots Farm.
Kristin’s Kitchen, 5166 Sunset Blvd., Lexington | Orders must be placed by Tues., Nov. 16
Choose from a menu of Thanksgiving dinner classics. All dishes serve two people.
McCutchen House, Located on UofSC Horseshoe | Orders must be placed by Tues., Nov 23
Handmade by students from the School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management, their signature Chocolate Walnut Pies are an annual holiday tradition.
Peace of Soul, 2338 Main St. | Orders must be placed by Sat., Nov. 20 at 4 p.m.
If you’re in search of vegetarian or gluten free options, look no further. Choose from a variety of vegetarian main course dinners + sides including their signature mac & “cheese” and collards.
SIlver Spoon Bake Shop, 2507 Devine St. |
Let them do the baking for you and pre-order desserts like cake, sugar cookies + muffins.
Order the Thanksgiving day package, which includes everything you need for the perfect Turkey day — appetizers, a salad, the main course + two pies of your choice.
Spotted Salamander, 1531 Richland St. | Order early, items sell out quickly.
Although the turkey is sold out, you can still order sides + desserts for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Sweet Temptations Bakery, 2231 Main St.
Don’t worry about baking this holiday — preorder from a menu of 15+ cakes, along with cookies, bars, and cupcakes.
The War Mouth, 1209 Franklin St. | Order early, items sell out quickly.
Although the turkey and pie is sold out, you can order macaroni and cheese, stuffing + gravy.
Tasty as Fit, 3001 Milwood Ave. | Orders must be placed by Thurs., Nov. 18
This vegan menu consists of a sweet potato pie, garlic cauliflower mashed potatoes + Yiayia’s Greek green beans.
🍗 Where to shop local ingredients:
CRAVE Artisan Specialty Market, 2843 Millwood Ave Columbia | Tuesday-Saturday 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Four Oaks Farm Country Store, 4856 Augusta Rd., Lexington | Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Shop this family-owned store for specialty items, meats, desserts + more.
Old Timey Meats, Multiple locations | Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Pre-order fresh turkeys, turkey breasts or smoked hams, brine + sides.
Rosewood Market, 2803 Rosewood Dr. | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. + Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Shop local for all the ingredients you need for the perfect Thanksgiving.
SC State Farmers Market, 3483 Charleston Hwy., West Columbia | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Purchase fresh produce + seasonal decorations from local vendors.
