The Fairfax Girl Team 
Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away, and while some are making travel plans, others are making dinner reservations. There are so many Northern Virginia restaurants that will be open and serving special meals for the holiday. From seafood-inspired menus to a classic Colonial spread, there’s a venue for any type of Thanksgiving celebration. Read on for more Northern Virginia restaurants serving Thanksgiving meals.
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Ada’s on the River | 3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria
Waterfront restaurant Ada’s on the River is another option for celebrating Thanksgiving in Old Town Alexandria. Ada’s will be open from 11AM to 10PM with its regular a la carte menu available plus a special three-course prix fixe holiday menu.
Backyard Grill | 13999 Metrotech Drive, Chantilly
Backyard Grill is celebrating Thanksgiving Day from 11AM to 9PM. The longtime independent Chantilly restaurant says guests can stop by with friends + family for a celebratory feast, making this one of the more casual options on the list.
Bastille Brasserie + Bar | 606 N. Fayette Street, Alexandria
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The Thanksgiving meal gets a French touch this year at Bastille. The restaurant will be open from 12PM to 6:30PM (last seating at 6PM) on Thursday November 26th for a prix fixe holiday meal with an optional wine pairing.
The Bungalow Lakehouse | 46116 Lake Center Plaza, Sterling
This spacious Sterling spot will be open on Thanksgiving, starting the day with a buffet (which is free for kids 5 and under). The celebration will switch to a plated meal at 5PM.
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Café Tatti | 6627 Old Dominion Drive, McLean
Café Tatti is celebrating Thanksgiving with a special three-course menu for $75 per person. Chef Giovanni Carlo + the Café Tatti team will serve the holiday meal from 12PM to 5PM, and advance reservations are required.
Cedar Knoll Inn | 9030 Lucia Lane, Fort Hunt
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This quintessential spot on the GW Parkway will have a Thanksgiving feast served from 11AM -7PM on Thursday, November 26th. Reservations are encouraged.
Clarity | 1996 Opportunity Way, Reston
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Reston’s Clarity will be open for Thanksgiving from 12PM – 8PM with a traditional meal + additional selections.
Gadsby’s Tavern | 138 N. Royal Street Alexandria
We can’t think of a more ‘only-in-NOVA’ way to celebrate Thanksgiving than by eating in one of Alexandria’s oldest restaurants. The restaurant has seatings at 12PM, 2:30PM, 5PM + 7PM, and reservations are encouraged. The meal will also be served in the ballroom, with seatings at 12PM, 3PM, + 6PM.
Hamrock’s | 3950 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax
This charming Old Town Fairfax spot will be open on Thanksgiving with a seasonal prix fixe menu that includes some Thanksgiving classics plus other dishes like butternut squash soup and pumpkin cheesecake.
Ireland’s Four Provinces | 105 West Broad Street, Falls Church
Ireland’s Four Provinces has long been a Falls Church neighborhood gathering spot. Its cozy Irish pub atmosphere + hearty comfort-food menu make it an especially fitting place for a low-key Thanksgiving meal.
Josephine | 109 South Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria
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Josephine is bringing a little French brasserie energy to Thanksgiving with a family-style holiday feast. The meal is $75 per person and includes Thanksgiving favorites like roast turkey, pommes purée, carrots, + stuffing, while the restaurant’s regular dinner menu will also be available.
Jula’s on the Potomac | 209 Madison Street, Alexandria
Thanksgiving with a waterfront view sounds pretty good to us. Jula’s on the Potomac is hosting a holiday buffet featuring chilled seafood, cider-brined turkey, maple-glazed ham, roasted branzino, Thanksgiving sides, + plenty of dessert. The buffet is $165 per person and runs from 11:30AM to 7PM, with prepaid reservations required.
King + Rye | 480 King Street, Alexandria
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Southern-inspired restaurant King + Rye will be open on Thanksgiving for a prix fixe lunch from 12PM – 4PM. Reservations are encouraged.
Mia’s Italian Kitchen | 100 King Street, Alexandria
This is the place to go for an Italian-inspired Thanksgiving meal. The three-course prix fixe meal is available from 11AM – 9PM. The restaurants regular a la carte menu will also be available.
Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant | 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon
The Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant is hosting a Thanksgiving buffet on the grounds of George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Reservations are available for parties of up to eight online, with larger groups asked to call the restaurant directly. Guests do not need admission to the Mount Vernon estate to eat at the restaurant.
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Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub | 713 King Street, Alexandria
Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub has been part of the Old Town Alexandria dining scene since 1978, and its cozy Irish-pub setting feels especially appropriate for a holiday built around comfort food. The regular menu includes hearty dishes like shepherd’s pie, Irish stew, bangers + mash, and fish + chips, making this a casual King Street option for Thanksgiving Day.
Palette 22 | 4053 Campbell Avenue, Arlington
This Shirlington spot will have a Thanksgiving brunch available from 11AM -9PM, featuring the variety of flavors that Palette is 22. The carving stations will have turkey, ham, and a Puerto Rican Garlic-Roasted pork, for example. Reservations are encouraged.
Skydome Restaurant | 300 Army Navy Drive, Arlington
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Skydome Restaurant is taking Thanksgiving dinner quite literally to another level. The revolving rooftop restaurant inside the DoubleTree Crystal City is hosting Thanksgiving in the Sky from 2PM to 7:45PM, featuring a buffet of traditional favorites + seasonal dishes with panoramic views of Washington, D.C.
The Majestic | 911 King Street, Alexandria
The Majestic is another Old Town Alexandria spot that has gotten into the Thanksgiving spirit with special holiday dining. Past menus have gone beyond the basics with a multi-course meal featuring elevated seasonal dishes, making this one for anyone looking for a slightly dressier Thanksgiving dinner on King Street.
The Virginian Restaurant | 169 Glyndon Street SE, Vienna
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The Virginian Restaurant has been a part of Vienna since 1965 and its Thanksgiving celebration is truly all about community. The meal is free for all diners, and neighbors are invited to donate money or volunteer to help serve the meal. The Virginian is partnering with the One Neighborhood Foundation to make it all happen – read more here.
Theismann’s Restaurant + Bar | 1800 Diagonal Road, Alexandria
Theismann’s Restaurant + Bar has traditionally celebrated Thanksgiving with a generous buffet rather than a plated turkey dinner. Previous menus have included carved turkey, spiral ham, New York strip steak, Thanksgiving sides, + desserts, making this a solid option for a group that wants plenty of choices.
Trummer’s | 7134 Main Street, Clifton
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For those who would rather dine out than bring dinner home, Trummer’s will be open on Thanksgiving Day with a family-style holiday dinner. The November 26th experience includes seasonal dishes + chef-prepared Thanksgiving classics, with pricing ranging from $39 to $90 per person depending on the guest. Reservations are available for Thanksgiving Day.
Vola’s Dockside Grill + Hi-Tide Lounge | 101 North Union Street, Alexandria
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Vola’s combines Thanksgiving dinner with an Old Town waterfront setting. The menu has all the Thanksgiving classics, with a seafood twist.
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