Planning to spend Thanksgiving with loved ones on the Outer Banks? If you want to skip the cooking and cleanup this year, you’re in luck! These local restaurants are serving up tasty Thanksgiving menus and convenient to-go options, perfect for enjoying at your beach house! After all, a trip to the Outer Banks is all about relaxing, right?
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe
7623 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
Enjoy Basnight's 18th annual feast from 10:30am to 7:30pm on Thanksgiving Day! Indulge in fresh, traditional fare, including oven roasted turkey and whipped red potatoes, as well as coastal favorites like shrimp & grits and bacon wrapped scallops. Reservations and walk-ins are welcome. $45.95 for adults | $20.95 under 12 | Free for children under 5. Call (252) 441-5405 to reserve.
Mulligan’s Grille
4005 S Croatan Highway, Nags Head
Enjoy a turkey dinner with all the fixins! Open regular hours on Thanksgiving Day from 11:00am to 9:00pm. The Thanksgiving menu can be found here. $34.99 for adults | $15.99 for kids 12 & under. Call (252) 480-2000 to reserve dine-in or take out.
NC Coast Grill & Bar
1184 Duck Road, Duck
Give thanks and leave the cooking to NC Coast. They’re serving up a holiday spread with traditional Thanksgiving fare and cutting-edge coastal cuisine that the whole family will enjoy. November 27th from 3:30-8:00pm | $60 per person. Text (252) 455-1791 to reserve.
Captain George’s
705 S Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills
Captain George’s delicious seafood buffet will include their famous crab legs as well as traditional Thanksgiving food items. The Thanksgiving buffet will be $49.99 from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Limited reservations are available for groups of 15 or more. Call (252) 480-6677 to save your spot.
Jolly Roger
1836 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
Spend Thanksgiving with Jolly Roger and enjoy roasted turkey, honey glazed ham, she crab soup, and more. Their all-you-can-eat feast is from 1:00pm until close. $35.95 per person | special pricing for children (12 and under = their age plus $5; toddlers eat free). The Thanksgiving menu can be found here. Call (252) 441-6530 to reserve.
Lifesaving Station at Sanderling Resort
1461 Duck Road, Duck
From 11:00am to 8:00pm on Thanksgiving Day, the Lifesaving Station is serving a four-course dinner of fall favorites, including sage-cornbread stuffed turkey breast, harvest salad, and bourbon pecan pie. Book your table today to enjoy sound views and coastal charm this Thanksgiving.
Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet
4117 N Croatan Highway, Kitty Hawk
Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is happy to present its 8th annual FREE Thanksgiving buffet with traditional Thanksgiving fare like turkey, ham, and homemade sides. The buffet is open to the public and will be accepting donations for local charities. The buffet is from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Call (252) 261-4973 and leave a message to make a reservation.
Salt & Cypress Kitchen and Cocktails
1100A S Bay Club Drive, Manteo
This new waterfront restaurant in Manteo is offering a Thanksgiving menu at a dine-in buffet on November 27th from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Adults $46 & children $17. You can also order takeout for four people in advance and pickup on November 26th or 27th. Make reservations online and let Salt & Cypress do the cooking this year.
Cafe Pamlico
49684 NC Highway 12, Buxton
Cafe Pamlico’s Thanksgiving feast lasts from 1:00pm to 7:00pm and features a mix of traditional staples and coastal cuisine. Book your spots early – they sell out every year. Call (252) 995-7030 for reservations.
The Froggy Dog
40050 Highway 12, Avon
Build your perfect Thanksgiving entree at The Froggy Dog, including three sides and a dessert. $29.99 for adults | $15.99 under 12. To-go options will also be available from their holiday catering menu. Call (252) 995-5550 to reserve.
Waves Market & Deli
26006 Highway 12 in Waves Plaza, Waves
Pre-order all the essentials and pick up on Thanksgiving Day. Waves Market & Deli will have turkey with gravy for $3 per pound, dinner rolls, and plenty of sides, including mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, mac & cheese and more. An assortment of homemade desserts are on the menu as well. Call (252) 987-2352 to place your order.
Local bakeries are featuring sweet and savory treats on their Thanksgiving menus, too! Check out Tullio's, OBX Wake and Take, Proof Bakery, or Northern Lights Bakery for delectable desserts and more.
Reserve your stay today!