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. Plus, we breaking down where to get local ingredients for those rolling up their sleeves in the kitchen this holiday.

Dine in with the blue penguins or take your Thanksgiving meal to go. | Photo by LEXtoday

Where to dine-in

Lockbox | Call for reservation | $50+
Head downtown for a three-course, family-style Thanksgiving dinner featuring seasonal starters, your choice of entrée, classic sides, and a house-made dessert.

Frank & Dino's | Reservations available 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | $54.95 per person
The regular, Italian menu will be available, plus a full holiday spread including lobster chowder, free range turkey, sweet potato casserole + pumpkin pie.

Griffin Gate Marriott Resort | Reservations available 11: a.m.-3:30 p.m. | $27-$75 per person
The Thanksgiving buffet will be loaded with dozens of choices: deviled eggs, country ham biscuits, a salad station, turkey, baked ham, and so much more. Pro tip: Time slots are going fast.

Distilled | Call for reservations | $75 per person
Enjoy a three course Thanksgiving meal — salad, a main entree with sides, and dessert. The options include butternut squash bisque, petite porcini rubbed filet mignon, seared black cod, and more.

Ramsey's Diner | Call for reservations | $18.85 per person
Ramsey’s is leveling up its signature country portions with a Thanksgiving special running Monday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Nov. 30. Choose between roasted turkey or pineapple-glazed ham, served with dressing, two sides from the regular menu, and a dollop of cranberry relish on top.

Holly Hill and Co.'s Thanksgiving meal feeds two and can be picked up locally. | Photo courtesy of Holly Hill and Co.

Where to carry-out

Apiary Fine Catering | Orders due by Friday, Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. | $330 per package
Feed your group of four with a seasonal spread including a roasted half turkey, five satisfying sides + pumpkin pie.

Bella Notte Italian Trattoria | Orders due by Wednesday, Nov. 19 | $259 per kit
Take the stress out of Thanksgiving preparation with with Bella Notte's Dinner Kit. Feed six to eight of your closest friends and family with dishes like dry brined turkey, stuffing, cranberry mostardo, and more.

J. Render’s Southern Table | Orders due by Friday, Nov. 21 | Prices vary
J. Render's has the classic sides in all sizes — corn pudding, mashed potatoes + broccoli casserole — plus, smoked ham, turkey, and desserts.

La Bonne Vie | Orders due by Tuesday, Nov. 18 | Prices vary
This is your one-stop shop for an easy, delicious addition to your Thanksgiving table — a sides and sauces package, arguably the best part of the meal. This package features seasonal standout like chili whipped sweet potatoes and bacon and onion braised green beans. Pro tip: You can also choose from individual sides, sweets, and turkey packages.

Holly Hill Inn | $74.99
A complete Thanksgiving meal with enough food for two — roast turkey breast, mashed potatoes, spinach casserole, cranberry relish + pumpkin pie. You can pick up at Wallace Station, Zim's Cafe, or Fasig-Tipton Sales Pavilion.

Minton's | Orders due by Saturday, Nov. 22 | Prices vary
Choose from delicious desserts like Reese's cake and a Thanksgiving pumpkin spice cake. Or, get the whole spread — turkey, potatoes, stuffing + more — for parties of four or eight.

Where to shop for local ingredients

Critchfield Meats | Local pick-up or shipping available | Prices vary
From rolls and quiches to ham and steak, Critchfield has something for everyone at the table. Pro tip: Critchfield is also offering a full holiday menu.

Elmwood Stock Farm | Local delivery + pick-up available | Prices vary
The perfect place to stock up on veggies for your favorite sides, and its organic, heritage breed turkeys steal the show + have been featured in Cooks Illustrated.

Good Foods Co-Op | Pre-orders not required, but recommended | Prices vary
Secure the star of your table by reserving your fresh or frozen local turkey or ham options including smoked or honey glazed.

Editor's Note: This list was updated as of Monday, Nov. 10. Keep an eye on your favorite restaurants, as Thanksgiving menus are still being released.