Thanksgiving feast without cooking: Hampton Roads spots offering dine-in, pickup options
No time to cook for Thanksgiving? Don’t like spending all day in the kitchen? Last minute guests? We got you covered.
Many Hampton Roads restaurants and stores are offering dine-in, pickup and delivery options that can help ease the stress of the holiday. This is not an exhaustive list but you’re bound to find something tasty. Some restaurants require reservations; others ask that you call ahead or highly recommend you make one but do not require it.
Plan now so you don’t have to do a “turkey trot.”
Grocery chains
Fresh Market offers traditional fare such as turkey, ham and prime rib plus the fixings. It also has a turducken and a few lamb options. Prices vary by the pound. Preorder online by 2 p.m. Nov. 21; pick up Nov. 21 through 24. tinyurl.com/fmholidaymeals
Harris Teeter carries fully cooked Butterball turkeys, spiral sliced hams and boneless prime rib holiday dinners with the sides. Prices start at $69.99, for a crowd of eight to 10. A la carte items are also available. Order at least 24 hours in advance; pick up Nov. 16 through 24. harristeeter.com.
Kroger also offers holiday meal bundles starting at $65 that feed four to six. A la carte options for proteins and sides are available. Preorder through Nov. 22; pick up by noon on Nov. 24. kroger.com
Hotels
Becca Restaurant and Garden inside the Historic Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach is offering a three-course menu from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eat the famous popovers, Thanksgiving entrees and fall desserts, $85 per person. Reservations required. 4200 Atlantic Ave., 757-965-9899. tinyurl.com/beccavb
The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, buffet: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ($55 adults; $28 children 5-12; free, children 4 and younger); 5:30 to 9 p.m. ($33 adults; $17 children 5-12; $17 children 4 and younger). Menu includes turkey, ham, seafood, fruits, vegetables and desserts. Reservations required by phone or opentable.com. 5641 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, 757-366-5777. foundersinn.com
The Grain at Hilton Norfolk The Main buffet: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Menu features a Chesapeake seafood bar, seasonal quiche, sage and sausage stuffing, a chef carving station and more. $40 for adults; $20 for children ages 6 to 10; free for children 5 and younger. Reservations required.100 E. Main St., 757-510-0176. tinyurl.com/grainbuffet
Thanksgiving buffet at Mahi inside Ramada by Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront. It has a selection of appetizers (shrimp cocktail, deviled eggs, deviled crab stuffed mushrooms), salads, entrees (turkey, ham, salmon), accompaniments and desserts. One chef’s station includes sushi (California roll, spicy tuna roll and vegetable roll). $50 for adults; $17 for children ages 5 to 12; free for children 4 and younger. Seatings are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Nov. 24. Reservations required. 615 Atlantic Ave., 757-437-8030. tinyurl.com/mahibuffet
Smithfield Station has a Thanksgiving to-go dinner that serves 14. Menu includes a whole roasted turkey, Southern-style dressing with fresh herbs, candied yams and two pies (pumpkin, apple or pecan). Cost $249. Pick up between 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Nov. 22 through 24. 409 S. Church St., Smithfield, 757-357-7700. tinyurl.com/smithfieldthanksgiving
Restaurants
The Black Pelican Seafood Company in Chesapeake is hosting its annual Thanksgiving buffet: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fill a plate with the usual and Southern favorites such as fried chicken, shrimp and grits, and cornbread. Cost $40 for adults; $20 for children 10 and younger. Reservations are encouraged; walk-ins are welcome. 1625 Ring Road, 757-424-3171. tinyurl.com/blackpelican
Bubba-n-Frank’s Smokehouse Barbecue is keeping it smoky and simple. Smoked turkey (12 to 14 pounds), dressing, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, and cranberry sauce, $149.99. Turkey only, $99.99. Order by Nov. 20; pick up by 4 p.m. on Nov. 23. 15149 Carrollton Blvd., Carrollton, 757-238-2148; 299 Floyd Thompson Blvd., Hampton, 757-788-7060; 5405 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, 757-337-0359; 1920 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, 757-904-1356. bubbanfranks.com.
Arrive at The Butcher’s Son hungry and leave full. It’s serving soup or salad, three meats (sirloin, ham and turkey), two sides and a dessert flight, $65 for adults; kids for $15. Reservations required. 500 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake, 757-410-5466; 1556 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, 757-500-7550. butcherson.com
Indulge in a buffet of crab legs and traditional holiday goodies for $49.99. Captain George’s Seafood Restaurant is open on Thanksgiving from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations only available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1956 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, 757-428-3494; 5363 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, 757-565-2323; 705 S. Croatan Highway, Kills Devil, North Carolina, 252-480-6677. tinyurl.com/captaingeorges
Cobalt Grille in Virginia Beach has something for everyone — turkey breast, grilled pork ribeye, duck breast, pan-roasted salmon and roasted vegan cauliflower. Dine in for a four-course meal from noon to 7 p.m. and take home a “Midnight Snack” package (traditional turkey dinner), $20. Who doesn’t like Thanksgiving leftovers? $55 for adults; $25 for kids. Reservations required. 1624 Laskin Road, 757-333-3334. tinyurl.com/cobaltgrille
Have dinner and wine at Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurants in Virginia Beach. It’s offering a traditional Thanksgiving plate along with a pumpkin praline cheesecake from Eli’s Cheesecake of Chicago. Add a wine such as a cranberry sangria. Cost $39.99 for adults; $14.99 for kids 12 and younger. A heat-and-serve pickup option is available, $199. Reservations highly recommended. 733 Lynnhaven Mall Loop, 757-213-7777. tinyurl.com/chwineryvb
County Grill Smokehouse is offering a traditional spread with smoked or fried turkey and all the trimmings. Additional meats are available. Call for prices and order now; pickup times are going fast. 1215 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown, 757-591-0600; 26 E. Mercury Blvd., Hampton, 757-723-0600. countygrill.com
Join Craft 31 in Williamsburg for a three-course dinner, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Entrees start at $31.95 which includes traditional fare as well as fried catfish. Select three sides such as oyster stuffing and a dessert like butterscotch pecan pie. Reservation required. 3701 Strawberry Plains Road, 757-378-3268. tinyurl.com/craft31wmb
Crave Bakery and Coffee Bar in Chesapeake is preparing a Southern keto feast. The menu serves four to six and features a roasted turkey (10 to 14 pounds) with gravy and rolls, $350. It comes with sage sausage cornbread dressing, mac and cheese, glazed carrots and collard greens. Preorder by Nov. 20; pick up noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 23; 7 to 10:30 a.m. Nov. 24. 141 Hillcrest Parkway, 757-773-9422. cravebakeryandcoffeebar.com
De Rican Chef —based in Virginia Beach and Newport News — is offering combo (starting at $155) and box meals ($75) to take home. They consist of turkey, roasted pork, potato salad, Yuca en Escabeche (pickled salad), pasteles (root vegetable masa filled with meat) and pumpkin flan. Pick up at 3208 Holland Road, Virginia Beach, 757-818-5181. tinyurl.com/dericanchef
Foodies The Local’s Market in Virginia Beach is offering a traditional meal for four, $220. Choose a soup and salad, whole turkey (classic with herbs, maple with sage, roasted with peach-rosemary glaze), a stuffing, starch and vegetable. It comes with gravy and cranberry sauce. Order until Nov. 18; deliveries and pick up on Nov. 23. 1060 Lynnhaven Parkway, 757-301-2317. tinyurl.com/foodieslocal
Need dinner for eight? The Grey Goose in Hampton has meals that include turkey, gravy, cranberry chutney, stuffing, two sides, 12 rolls and a pie, $230. Need more? Extras are available. Pick up 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 23. 118 Old Hampton Lane, 757-723-7978. tinyurl.com/greygoosedinner
Pick up a backyard-smoked turkey (12 to 14 pounds) from Hank’s Filling Station in Norfolk, $80. Make it a meal starting at $109. A smoked pulled pork barbecue meal is also available that serves four to six. Hank’s has Junior’s Skyscraper carrot cake cheesecake, red velvet cake cheesecake and Carnegie Deli Cheesecake (strawberry and blueberry toppings). Order by close of business Nov. 17; pick up Nov. 22 or 23. 4301 Colley Ave., Norfolk, 757-351-3941. tinyurl.com/hanksthanks
Le Yaca French Restaurant welcomes guests for a three-course meal from noon to 8 p.m.,$75. Choose salad or a soup such as the chestnut and mushroom garnished with andouille sausage. Pick one of four main courses including jumbo lump crab cakes. Finish the meal with a choice of dessert such as the entremet chocolate pecan (Godiva dark chocolate, candied pecan, Rhum raisin ice cream). A three-course menu for children 12 and younger,$30. Call for reservations. 701 First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach, 757-500-4773; 1430 High St., Williamsburg, 757-220-3616
Let Mango Mangeaux: A Simply Panache Bistro in Hampton do the cooking. Catering features a savory stuffing rolled in a roasted turkey breast and served with creole gravy, eight to 10 people, $50. Add side dishes (half pans) such as a carrot soufflé, collard greens and, mac and cheese, starting at $30. Wash the goodness down with mango lemonade or tea, $26. Order online or email events@mangomangeaux.com with the subject “Let Us Cater To You.” Pick up 3 to 5 p.m. Nov. 23. 33 E. Mellen St., 757-224-9189. tinyurl.com/mangeauxholiday
Need breakfast items, sides and desserts? May’s Parlor has it all such as French style, deep-dish custard quiche (starting at $38), stuffing ($24) and a pumpkin loaf ($14). Preorder by Nov. 18; pick up Nov. 22 and 23. 2708 Pacific Ave.; 3497 Holland Road, Virginia Beach. 757-278-5559. tinyurl.com/maysparlor
Metro Diner offers heat-and-serve meals. Choose a baked ham or roasted turkey with mashed potatoes and gravy. It includes side dishes, cranberry sauce and Hawaiian dinner rolls. Prices start at $16.49. Order by 5 p.m. Nov. 21; pick up at 2051 Sun Harbour Drive, Suffolk, 757-785-4574; 1124 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake, 757-645-0203. tinyurl.com/metrodinerfeast
Dine at Mike’s Break Room in Virginia Beach and get a plate with the traditional trimmings for $9.99. 11 a.m. until it’s gone. Preorders accepted. 3717 Tiffany Lane, 757-963-2229. tinyurl.com/mikesbreakroom
Select what you want off the a la carte menu at The Point BBQ in Poquoson, starting at $7. It offers items such as smoked turkey breast, smoked sausage stuffing and sweet potato casserole that serve four or eight. Order by Nov. 20; pick up 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 23. 435 Messick Road, 757-231-1044. tinyurl.com/thepointbbq
Having a house full of guests? Get meat packages (turkey breast, pork butt, brisket) from Redwood Smoke Shack starting at $119 that feeds 20 or more. Individual meat choices, sausage and sides (pumpkin spice corn pudding and pit-smoked beans). Order by Nov. 16; pick up noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 23. 2001 Manteo St., Norfolk, 757-624-1000; 2476 Nimmo Parkway, Virginia Beach, 757-624-1000. redwoodsmokeshack.com
The buffet at the Riverwalk Restaurant in Yorktown sounds delicious, $55 for adults; $22 for children. It has lavender honey roasted turkey breast, cinnamon chipotle prime rib and more. Visit the raw bar for oysters, mussels and shrimp cocktail. Don’t forget the soup, salads, sides and sweets. Reservations required. 323 Water St., 757-875-1525. tinyurl.com/riverwalkyorktown
Some of RZ Restaurants in Norfolk will be open with turkey, ham, steaks, seafood and other menu goodies. Call for reservations.
Opens at 1 p.m., 219 Bistro, 219 Granby St., 757-416-6219. 219bistro.com
Opens at 1 p.m., 4 5 6 Fish, 456 Granby St., 757-625-4444. 456fish.com
Opens at 3 p.m., Byrd and Baldwin Bros Steakhouse, 116 Brooke Ave., 757-222-9191. byrdbaldwin.com
Get a to-go dinner for four at Second Street American Bistro. Select the slow-roasted prime rib, oven-roasted turkey breast or the glazed pit Virginia ham, starting at $165. Pair it with four sides and a pie. It comes with cranberry compote and ciabatta rolls with signature herb seasoning and roasted garlic olive oil. Order by Nov. 21; pick up Nov. 22 or 23. 115 Arthur Way, Newport News, 757-234-4448; and 140 2nd St., Williamsburg, 757-220-2286. secondst.com
Put smoked turkey ($115 and $135) and ham ($75) on this year’s menu from Smoke BBQ Restaurant and Bar in Newport News. Sides come in quarts (serves four to six) and gallon sizes (serves 12 to 15). The house-made desserts include banana pudding and peach and apple cobblers starting at $9. Order by 2 p.m. Nov. 22; pick up on Thanksgiving, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; or order and pick up Nov. 23. 10900 Warwick Blvd., 757-595-4320. tinyurl.com/smokenn
Luscious pies and savory treats, oh my! Sweet Tooth Cafe in Gloucester has coconut custard ($22), chocolate bourbon pecan ($24), truffle mac and cheese ($49) and more. Order by email or phone by Nov. 18; pick up at 6655 Main St., 804-824-9898, sweettoothcatering8@gmail.com. tinyurl.com/sweettoothcafe
Taste — with locations throughout Hampton Roads — has to-go orders. It lets customers pick Thanksgiving favorites from each course or mix and match à la carte options. Complete meals serve four to six, $199. Order by 3 p.m. Nov. 18; pick up 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 23. Delivery ($25) is available by appointment only. 757-425-3011. tinyurl.com/tastethanks
Relax and celebrate at Tucanos Brazilian Grill in Newport News, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Churrasco and baked, fried and grilled turkey, all-you-can-eat sirloin with traditional side dishes and more. $34.95 for adults; $14.95 for children 7 to 12; free for those 6 and younger. Call for reservations. To-go options available. 11820 Fountain Way, 757-597-9500. tucanos.com.
For non-carnivores
Beyond Vegan Cell Food in Portsmouth uses mushrooms and jackfruit to create Thanksgiving options such as hickory smoked barbecue ($25), gumbo ($25) and chitterlings ($20). Desserts also available. Order by Nov. 18; pick up 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 23. 615 High Street., 757-606-1307. tinyurl.com/beyondvegan
My Vegan Sweet Tooth in Virginia Beach has a variety of options such as quiche, turkey rolls and desserts. It also has gluten-free alternatives such as tofu stuffing and gravy ($40), mac and cheez ($35) and apple pie ($35). Order at least 48 hours in advance. Online orders must be picked up by 5 p.m. Nov. 21 and 22; 3 p.m. Nov. 23. 3916 Virginia Beach Blvd., 757-279-4789. tinyurl.com/myvegansweettooth
The Stockpot is offering a vegan dinner for two,$86. This includes stuffed acorn squash with mushroom gravy, butternut squash soup, cauliflower gratin, glazed tricolored carrots and a mini pumpkin loaf. A la carte sides and a traditional dinner are also available. Order by Nov. 17 online via the Norfolk location; pick up Nov. 23. 215 E. Plume St., Norfolk, 757-227-3337; 700 19th St., Virginia Beach, 757-995-7197. stockpotsoups.com
Vegan chef and cookbook author Chloe Coscarelli has a vegan meal for two at Whole Foods,$49.99. It includes cremini mushroom roast with mushroom gravy, miso creamed greens, coconut sweet potato casserole, jalapeño cornbread dressing and pumpkin curry soup. A la carte sides and traditional meals are also available. Order by Nov. 22; pick up Nov. 18 through 24. 12090 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, 757-947-2460; 1800 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, 757-422-0444. wholefoodsmarket.com
Other options to explore
Chesapeake Conference Center is offering a chef-prepared Thanksgiving dinner that includes items such as a 20-pound turkey, green bean casserole and pumpkin pie, $190. Order until Nov. 16; pick up Nov. 22. 700 Conference Center Drive, Chesapeake. 757-382-2500. tinyurl.com/chesapeakedinner
Rekaya Gibson, rekaya.gibson@virginiamedia.com, 757-295-8809; on Twitter @gibsonrekaya
