Updated for 2024
Whether you’re visiting Northern Virginia or the Washington DC area this Thanksgiving or hosting hungry friends and family, let Fairfax County restaurants do the turkey cooking for the holiday (which also means no clean-up for you!). Many popular Fairfax County restaurants are offering great menus for the holiday. Whether you are looking for a delicious Thanksgiving meal to go, a family meal, or special dine-in menus, we got you covered!
Here are a few places that will not lead you astray for this year's Thanksgiving dinner.
Cedar Knoll
This Potomac River-side historic restaurant is offering a warm and inviting Thanksgiving celebration with a delicious spread of shared platters, including Path Valley Farms Amish Raised Turkey Breast with Pear Apricot Glaze, Chestnuts, and Golden Raisins, Turkey Leg Confit with Turkey Glace, Heirloom Vegetable Medley of Beets, Carrots, Haricot Vert, and Parsnips, Whipped Buttermilk Duchess Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole with Spiced Pecands and Toasted Meringue, Fresh Cranberry Sauce with Candied Blood Orange, Ginger, and Pomegranate. Supper will be preceded by Warm Mulled Cider with Apple Donut Holes and Autumnal Bisque with Salted Maple Cream and some additional hours d'oeuvres. And stay for an array of miniature Thanksgiving sweets for dessert. Reservations will go quick, so make yours by calling 703-780-3665 or checking OpenTable. $87/guest; $30/children 4-11.
Wildfire
Wildfire, located at Tysons Galleria, is offering a special Thanksgiving Day carryout menu that includes Thanksgiving favorites, including 'Wildorf' Salad, Roasted Turkey, Cedar-Planked Salmon and Roast Tenderloin of Beef. Half platters serve 4-5 guests and full platters serve 8-10. All homemade pies, including Door County Cherry Pie, Pumpkin Pie and Maple-Pecan Pie, are also available for carryout by the slice or whole. Thanksgiving carryout orders can be placed online or by calling the restaurant directly at 703-442-9110.
If you prefer to dine-in on Thanksgiving Day, check out their special in-restaurant Thanksgiving Menu and make your reservation online.
As a bonus, check out the limited edition Thanksgiving Margarita either at the restaurant or try your hand at making it at home. Find the recipe here!
Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse
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Celebrate with the family at Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse with reservations for their Thanksgiving Dinner ($65/person; $35/children under 12). Serving up Oven Roasted Vermont Free-Range Organic Turkey, Yukon Gold Creamy Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Asparagus, Creamy Cipollini Onions with Fresh Peas, Challah Bread Herb Stuffing, Cranberry Chutney and some homemade gravy, you won't go hungry here. You can also order special holiday desserts for $15/each like Homemade Apple Pie topped with Vanilla Gelato or Pumpkin Pie with Chantilly Cream.
Plus, take home leftovers with Tomorrow's Turkey Sandwich for just $19. Make your reservation now!
If you want a take-home version, you can order the same meal by placing your order by 5pm on November 26 and picking it up on November 27 or before 11am on November 28. To order, call 888-995-4810 or email mallory@davios.com.
The Capital Grille
At The Capital Grille (locations in Tysons and Fairfax), guests can enjoy a chef-prepared traditional Thanksgiving dinner with an upscale twist, including Slow-Roasted Turkey with Brioche Stuffing, French Green Beans with Marcona Almonds, Cranberry-Pear Chutney, with the option to add Sam’s Mashed Potatoes or Pecan-Crusted Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Hot Honey and Pumpkin Cheesecake at an additional charge. In addition, those looking to enjoy dinner at home may order a bundle of the restaurant’s Thanksgiving sides.
Get your orders in by November 26 for pickup on November 27 (9am-5pm) or November 28 (9am-11am). Or, make an in-restaurant reservation at TheCapitalGrille.com.
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
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Spend time with friends and family around the table - either at their location in Reston or at your table at home - with a delicious feast made by Cooper's Hawk. Dine in with a Thanksgiving menu of Slow-Roasted Turkey, Butternut Squash Soup, Traditional Stuffing, Roasted Green Beans & Carrots, Mary's Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, and a Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake ($34.99/adults and $14.99/kids under 12). Pair your meal with a glass of the winery's November Wine of the Month, Padma Sauvignon Blanc and Padma Pinot Noir, or try their Cranberry Sangria!
For take-home, grab one of their "heat & serve" Thanksgiving packages featuring Pretzel Bread & Butter and many of the above options. Quantities are limited, so make sure you get your pre-order in before November 22. Pick-ups will happen on November 27 and November 28.
Eddie V's
Eddie V’s in Tysons is hosting a traditional Thanksgiving dinner from 11am - 8pm with options such as slow-roasted sliced turkey, Brioche Sage Stuffing, Cranberry Chutney, French Green Beans with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, and Roasted Butternut Squash. Top it all off with a delicious Pumpkin Pie Tartlet with Pecan Ice Cream. To make a reservation, visit EddieV.com.
Founding Farmers
Founding Farmers offers a Heat & Eat Thanksgiving Weekend at Home menu for pickup. Take your pick of starters and sides to entrees, desserts, and drinks. In addition to the Thanksgiving menu, you can order their popular leftover kits, brunch offerings, or just a selection of snacks and sweet treats, including their artisan, house-crafted Founding Farmers Chocolate. This year, the restaurant group is offering a raw, spatchcock half turkey from Jaindl Farms in Pennsylvania that comes brined and ready-to-roast!
Order by November 22 at 12pm for pickup November 27-28.
Both locations in Fairfax County - Tysons and Reston - will also be open and serving on Thanksgiving Day for dine-in. Enjoy shared plates, fresh salads, and your choice of a main course accompanied by Founding Farmers favorite sides like Roasted Autumn Vegetables, Cornbread Stuffing, Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Fig Butter, and much more. And you won't want to miss their dessert options, like an Apple Cider Sorbet, Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake, and an assortment of holiday pies. A vegetarian option is also available! Reservations for dine-in here.
L’Auberge Chez Francois
For a truly gourmet and special experience, L’Auberge Chez Francois is offering a take-home Thanksgiving Celebration Experience straight from their kitchen to yours. The Chez Vous experience includes Whiffletree roasted turkey and an abundance of their classic holiday sides from Francois Haeringer’s hand-written recipe book from his homeland of Alsace. You can choose to add additional menu items, sommelier-selected wine pairings, and even glassware, cookbooks, and other goodies! Order by November 21.
If you’d rather venture out, there are limited seatings available for an elaborate 7-course Thanksgiving dinner at this destination restaurant in Great Falls. Check out the menu here. Call to reserve your spot ASAP: 703-759-3800 or make an online reservation here. There are three seatings available - 11:30am, 3pm, and 6pm and prices range from $124 - $134/person. Jacques Brasserie will also be open for two seatings on Thanksgiving, serving a special menu.
Lebanese Taverna
Lebanese Taverna's Thanksgiving family meals to-go feature all the makings of a traditional holiday meal, but with a home-style Lebanese twist. Mains include options like Pure Bred American Leg of Lamb, as well as roast turkey served with spiced rice, toasted nuts, and gravy or an organic whole chicken. Sides range from roasted za'atar potatoes and arnabeet to mujaddara and bulghur pilaf, and desserts include a pistachio cheesecake. Order online for pick-up on November 26.
Mount Vernon Inn
Bring home a Thanksgiving spread that would make George Washington proud! The Mount Vernon Inn is offering pickup packages for 2, 6-8, or 10-12 people that include either Roasted Turkey with Gravy or Maple-Glazed Ham, traditional stuffing, Whipped Yukon Mashed Potatoes, Braised Broccolini, and Caesar salad, plus your choice of Pumpkin Pie or Flourless Chocolate Cake for dessert. Other add-ons are also available. Order by 12pm on November 24 and pick up on November 27.
If you prefer dine-in, a Thanksgiving buffet will be offered at the restaurant on November 28 from 11am - 6pm. $72/adults, $27/kids ages 6-12. Limited availability left, so call 703-799-5096 to make your reservation now!
Seasons 52
Seasons 52 guests can enjoy a lighter take on Thanksgiving with a take-home spread of freshly prepared classics using peak-season ingredients. The menu includes Roasted Turkey with Savory Pan Gravy, Cranberry Relish, Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Pumpkin Pie Mini Indulgence desserts, among other sides. Each Thanksgiving dinner box serves 4-6 people and must be picked up on November 27 (11am - 4pm). Order here.
Trummer’s Restaurant
This Clifton mainstay will serve a four-course, family-style menu featuring Thanksgiving favorites like Anson Mills Cornbread, a Baby Kale Salad and green bean casserole. Entrée options include a rotisserie heritage turkey, spit-roasted porchetta and whole-roasted dourade with sides like cranberry relish, garlic mashed potatoes, pretzel bread stuffing, and more. ($90/adults, $39/kids under 12).
Makers Union
Makers Union in Reston is offering up delicious spreads of options like Roasted Turkey served with gravy and cranberry sauce, Slow Roasted Black Angus Prime Rib served with au jus and creamy horseradish, or Braised Short Ribs served with red wine demi-glace. Sides include options like Maple spice roasted sweet potatoes, crispy brussel sprouts, corn bread stuffing, and garlic green beans. Top it all off with a creamy Pumpkin Pie. When you complete your order, you can also choose to donate a meal to a family in need - straight from their site. Order by November 22 and pickup on November 27.
Milk & Honey
The holidays are all about soaking in that comfortable family time - so why not go for comfort food for dinner! Milk & Honey - with locations in Fairfax and Alexandria - offers up delicious Cajun Turkey Breast with Gravy or Honey Ham as the main course, with creamy macaroni & cheese, candied yams, braised kale, and a field greens salad as sides. Don't forget their famous honey corn bread and top it all off with Sweet Potato Bread Pudding as a unique twist on dessert. Order by November 22 and pickup November 27. Milk & Honey also offers the option to donate a meal to a family in need upon check out.
Matchbox
Matchbox has three locations in Fairfax County - Merrifield, McLean, and Reston. Which means three delicious chances to grab a memorable Thanksgiving feast! Your family will love their Roasted turkey with homemade gravy and sides of traditional cranberry relish and cornbread-herb stuffing. Add on garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, green beans, or creamed spinach. And of course, what's Thanksgiving without a warm apple crisp. Order by November 22 and pickup November 27. Donate to a family in need upon checkout to make your holiday extra special for all.
Fun Add On! - Thanksgiving Bagels from Bobby's Bagel Cafe
Bobby's Bagel Cafe, with locations in Reston, Herndon and Oakton, made a splash on TikTok this year with their Pumpkin Shaped Bagels and they are back at it with adorable Turkey Shaped Bagels, plus charcuterie boards, DIY cookie kits, and other cookie platters for your Thanksgiving holiday celebration. Be sure to order in advance to minimize the risk of them being out of stock. Browse their options here.
This is just a sampling of holiday offerings from local Fairfax County restaurants. Be sure to browse the myriad of other options in Fairfax County to find alternative options. Want to burn some pre-Thanksgiving steam at a Turkey Trot or other seasonal festivities? Visit our events calendar for ideas on getting out of the house. You can add many family-friendly attractions to your list for when the whole family is together. And since the day after Thanksgiving officially kicks off the holiday shopping season and is also the popular #OptOutside day, we’ve got options for shopping and hiking available for you and your loved ones too.
No matter how you spend this annual holiday, we hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and the best kinds of memories. Be sure to share your favorite holiday photos with us on social media using #FXVA or @VisitFairfax or tell us what you are most grateful for in the comments below.
