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Thanksgiving means time well-spent with family, friends, and loved ones. For some, it can also mean exhausting hours of cooking, serving, and cleaning. These eateries across Delaware are ready to alleviate the stress of the holidays with dine-in buffets and takeout specials. Whether you want to skip the labor altogether by dining out or you prefer to spruce up your spread with a few expertly prepared sides, these Delaware businesses have you covered.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s where to dine in or take out your Thanksgiving dinner in 2025.<\/p>\n
*Due to capacity and an influx of bookings, many restaurants may not accept reservations or walk-ins at this time. Call or check their social media pages for Thanksgiving openings and policies.<\/p>\n
Bachetti Bros<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving catering
1723 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington | 994-4467<\/p>\n
When: Orders must be placed by Nov. 22 for pickup on Tuesday, Nov. 25 or Wednesday, Nov. 26.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Bachetti Bros. brings back the ever-popular Thanksgiving dinner menu. With delicious food and pricing that\u2019s hard to beat, Bachetti Bros. catering is a great way to spend time away from the kitchen and with your loved ones. Enjoy oven-roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, pumpkin raisin bread, cranberry relish, and more. Plus, choose from extra sides by the pound and a wide variety of fresh-baked holiday pies and cakes.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $27.99 per meal; extra sides and pies available for purchase<\/p>\n
Big Fish Grill on the Riverfront<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving to-go & Thanksgiving Day buffet
720 S. Justison Street, Wilmington | 652-3474<\/p>\n
When: Orders must be placed by Thursday Nov. 20 for pickup on Thanksgiving Day. Orders can be picked up from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Big Fish Grill on the Riverfront. In-house seating on Thanksgiving Day is available by reservation only.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Big Fish Grill offers a take-home Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings. Get a full-sized oven-roasted turkey or honey-glazed ham, homemade gravy, cranberry sauce, and a choice of two to four homemade sides. Other options include individual Thanksgiving dinners, sides-only packages, and seafood enhancements.<\/p>\n
Pricing: starting at $36.95<\/p>\n
Cantwell\u2019s Tavern<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving Day dinner
109 Main Street, Odessa \u2022 376-0600<\/p>\n
When: In-house seating from 11:30 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Three courses including your choice of citrus sage turkey, honey-roasted ham, or maple-glazed salmon. Get add-ons like Cantwell\u2019s crab dip, a charcuterie board, and more.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $50.99 per plate | $20 for children under 10<\/p>\n
Columbus Inn<\/p>\n
Dine-in Thanksgiving dinner
2216 Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilmington \u2022 571-1492<\/p>\n
When: Dine in from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Due to high volume, no takeout services are offered on Thanksgiving Day.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Thanksgiving Day dinner at Columbus Inn has options like roasted turkey and pepper-crusted filet, along with numerous sides including green bean casserole, roasted Brussels sprouts, maple and marshmallow baby sweet potatoes, and classic stuffing.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $79 per adult | $39 per child ages four to 10<\/p>\n
Crooked Hammock Brewery<\/p>\n
Dine-in Thanksgiving dinner
316 Auto Park Drive, Middletown | 601-7837
36707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes |\u00a0644-7837<\/p>\n
When: Dine in from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Enjoy a buffet-style Thanksgiving feast featuring roasted turkey breast, bistro tenderloin and chimichurri sauce, lemon dill salmon, and more. Plus, savor pies and other desserts, Thanksgiving sides, and plenty of craft beer.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $39 per adult | $19 per children 12 and under | Free for kids under three<\/p>\n
Deep Blue at Kitty Knight<\/p>\n
Dine-in Thanksgiving buffet
14028 Augustine Herman Highway, Galena, MD \u2022 410-648-5200<\/p>\n
When: Dine-in seating times from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Just over the line in Galena, Maryland is Jamestown Hospitality Group\u2019s Deep Blue at Kitty Knight. This Thanksgiving buffet will feature chef-inspired dishes by Chef Robbie Jester including turkey, salmon, braised short rib, baked mac and cheese, stuffing, and much more.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $50 per adult | $22 per child under 10 | Free for children two and under<\/p>\n
Harry\u2019s Savoy Grill & Ballroom<\/p>\n
Dine-in Thanksgiving buffet or a la carte menu
2020 Naamans Road, Wilmington \u2022 475-3000<\/p>\n
When: Thanksgiving a la carte menu is served from 1\u20138 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day with a ballroom buffet from 1-6 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Dine in and enjoy warm clam chowder, a classic Thanksgiving roasted turkey dinner, jumbo lump crab cakes, and Harry\u2019s award-winning prime rib. The ballroom buffet takes place from 1-6 p.m., with an a la carte menu available in the restaurant from 2-8 p.m.<\/p>\n
Pricing: Buffet: $79.50 per person | $25 for children under 12 | free for children under five. Visit the website for more information on a la carte dining pricing.<\/p>\n
The Hilton Christiana<\/p>\n
Dine-in Thanksgiving buffet
100 Continental Drive, Wilmington \u2022 454-1500<\/p>\n
When: Dine in from noon to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu:\u00a0This buffet-style dinner includes a variety of carving stations, honey citrus salmon with berry quinoa, fresh garden salads, and blackberry barbecue short ribs.<\/p>\n
Pricing:\u00a0$74.95 for adults | $29.95 for children ages six to 12 | Free for children ages four and under. Call 631-1540 to make a reservation.<\/p>\n
In Jest Events<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving catering
212 Murray Road, Newark<\/p>\n
When: Pickup on November 26<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Chef Robbie Jester provides Thanksgiving dinner packages for families of 6-8, with an additional charge for added portions. Enjoy honey brined smoked turkey, mac and cheese, gluten free gray, herb stuffing, and much more.<\/p>\n
Pricing:\u00a0$293<\/p>\n
Janssen\u2019s Market<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving catering
3801 Kennett Pike, Greenville \u2022 654-9941<\/p>\n
When: Order Thanksgiving catering by November 21. Call 654-9941, ext. 3 or email catering@janssensfinefoods.com.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Let Janssen\u2019s do the work this year with its extensive take-home menu including individual dishes, a charcuterie board, and traditional Thanksgiving platters. View the full range of options here.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $105 turkey dinner for two | $265 dinner for six to eight | $425 dinner for 10-12<\/p>\n
Le Cavalier at the Green Room<\/p>\n
Dine-in prix-fixe menu
42 W. 11th Street, Wilmington \u2022 594-3154<\/p>\n
When: Offering a Thanksgiving dine-in menu from 2-7 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: For dine-in, Le Cav\u2019s Thanksgiving menu includes onion soup, foie gras mousse, and innovative riffs on holiday classics like roasted turkey and citrus-glazed ham.<\/p>\n
Pricing: Starting at $75 per person. Reservations can be made from 1-7 p.m. on Resy.<\/p>\n
Courtesy of Le Cavalier
\nTimothy\u2019s Riverfront Grill<\/p>\n
Dine-in Thanksgiving buffet
930 Justison Street, Wilmington \u2022 429-7427<\/p>\n
When: Dine in from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Guests can enjoy a Thanksgiving buffet with hand-carved roast turkey breast, brown sugar spiral glazed ham, angus beef roast, and harvest-spiced pumpkin ravioli. Plus, save room for mashed potatoes, maple-glazed sweet potatoes, and cranberry-glazed baby carrots.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $35.99 for adults | $29.99 for seniors | $15.99 for children under 12. A 20-percent gratuity is added to all checks. Call 429-7427 for a reservation (required).<\/p>\n
Tonic Seafood & Steak<\/p>\n
Dine-in Friendsgiving\u00a0
111 West 11th Street, Wilmington \u2022 777-2040<\/p>\n
When: Wednesday, November 26, 4-10 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: Enjoy live music, Thanksgiving fare, cocktails, and fun at this Friendsgiving event.<\/p>\n
Pricing: No cover charge<\/p>\n
Abbott\u2019s on Broad Creek<\/p>\n
Dine-in Thanksgiving day buffet\u00a0
111 Delaware Avenue, Laurel \u2022 280-6172<\/p>\n
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: The annual Thanksgiving buffet at Abbott\u2019s includes carved turkey, glazed ham, rosemary chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potato casserole, and traditional stuffing.<\/p>\n
Pricing: $38 for adults | $15 for children under 10<\/p>\n
Harvest Tide Steakhouse<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving buffet and to-go menu
410 E. Savannah Road, Lewes \u2022 644-2600
98 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach \u2022 581-0448<\/p>\n
When: The Thanksgiving buffet is from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s on the menu: The Thanksgiving dine-in menu includes hors d\u2019oeuvres, a salad station with plenty of fresh and hearty Thanksgiving veggies, and a carving station with all the Thanksgiving favorites. The takeout menu includes a fully prepared dinner, salads, side dishes, and dessert.<\/p>\n
Pricing: Buffet: $59.99 per adult | $19 per child under 12 | free for children under four<\/p>\n
P.S. Did we miss a spot? Email our digital editor at slivingston@delawaretoday.com so we can add it!<\/p>\n
Related: Where to Dine Outside at the Delaware Beaches This Fall<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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