Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and several of Northern Virginia’s most celebrated restaurants are preparing special menus for the holiday. Whether you’re craving a classic turkey dinner or a fine dining experience, these local favorites offer festive options without the hassle of cooking at home.
2941
Chef Bertrand Chemel’s 2941, our No. 1 Best Restaurant of 2025, will offer a $120, three-course prix fixe menu that puts a high-end spin on Thanksgiving fare. Get the classic turkey breast, or go for the Earth & Ocean, which comes with roasted turkey and butter-poached lobster. Ribeye, sea bass, and king oyster mushroom wellington are also options. 2941 Fairview Park Dr., Falls Church
The Ashby Inn
The Ashby Inn, a historic destination nestled in the rolling hills of Paris, will celebrate Thanksgiving with a special dinner. For $110 per person, guests can choose from several options for each of three courses. Turkey, filet mignon, butternut squash ravioli, and scallops are the featured entrees. 692 Federal St., Paris
The Capital Grille
Savor a dining experience that includes slow-roasted turkey with brioche sage stuffing, French green beans with Marcona almonds, cranberry-pear chutney, and mashed potatoes. The full dinner menu is available all day. 1861 International Dr., McLean; 12169 Fair Lakes Promenade Dr., Fairfax
Clarity
Clarity, known for its inventive American cuisine and ever-changing tasting menus, offers a special three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving menu with multiple options. The regular menu will not be available. 442 Maple Ave. E., Vienna
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
Enjoy a classic Thanksgiving feast featuring oven-roasted Vermont free-range organic turkey, Yukon gold creamy potatoes, butternut squash, herb stuffing, housemade gravy, and more seasonal favorites for $85 per person. 1902 Reston Metro Plz., Reston
Eddie V’s
Eddie V’s is hosting a Thanksgiving celebration full of live music. Indulge in hand-carved slow-roasted turkey with gravy, brioche sage stuffing, cranberry chutney, roasted butternut squash, hand-whipped mashed potatoes, and baby French green beans with sundried tomatoes. The full dinner menu is available all day. 7900 Tysons One Pl., Tysons
Evelyn Rose
Evelyn Rose will be open on Thanksgiving and feature a modern take on holiday classics. Choose from an à la carte menu that offers a traditional Thanksgiving plate with a sous vide turkey from Earth ‘n Eats Farm and dark meat confit, along with a potato mash, stuffing, and gravy. Family-style Thanksgiving sides will be served as well. 111 Church St., Vienna
Goodstone Inn
Savor a special menu that celebrates the flavors of fall. Each course offers a choice between artfully prepared dishes, highlighting local and seasonal ingredients. The menu includes dishes like roasted turkey and fall risotto. 36205 Snake Hill Rd., Middleburg
Josephine
Josephine, the French-inspired bistro in Old Town Alexandria, is open Thanksgiving Day. It serves up a warm, intimate atmosphere and a menu that blends French tradition with seasonal American ingredients. 109 S. St. Asaph St., Alexandria
L’Auberge Chez François
The renowned French eatery will offer its traditional seven-course Thanksgiving Day Experience, featuring the classic Whiffletree Farm turkey dinner with all the trimmings. The prix fixe menu, priced between $136 and $147.50 per person, includes corbeille de pain, an amuse-bouche, a choice of appetizers, la salade de l’Auberge, homemade sorbet, an entree, dessert selections, and chocolate truffles to finish. There are seatings at 11:30 a.m., 3:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. Or, try the more casual setting on the same property at Jacques’ Brasserie, with seatings at 1:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. 332 Springvale Rd., Great Falls
Nue: Elegantly Vietnamese
Inspired by festive Vietnamese tables, Nue’s honey-glazed Orvia duck is naturally raised and filled with black truffle sticky rice, persimmons, and Chinese sausage, creating a rich balance of sweet and savory. Finished with local honey and a fragrant six-spice crust, this dish beautifully bridges Vietnamese heritage and American holiday warmth. 944 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Guests feast upon a traditional three-course Thanksgiving meal — and a fresh plate of guaranteed leftovers to take home. Prices start at $50 for adults and $21 for children. Guests get their choice of soup or salad, sliced oven roasted turkey breast with all the trimmings, an additional side, and freshly baked pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. Multiple area locations
Salamander Resort & Spa
The luxurious Salamander Resort in Middleburg will open its doors for its a Thanksgiving brunch buffet, held from noon to 4 p.m. in the Middleburg Ballroom. Bring the entire family and indulge in dishes like raw oysters, roasted turkey, pumpkin gnocchi, and maple-glazed salmon. 500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg
Seasons 52
Seasons 52 guests can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with their favorite freshly prepared classics using peak-season ingredients. The menu includes oven roasted turkey, cranberry relish, mashed sweet potatoes, and a pumpkin pie “mini indulgence” dessert. 7863L Tysons Corner Ctr., McLean
Trummer’s
Trummer’s in Clifton combines small-town charm with contemporary fine dining. The restaurant offers a Thanksgiving menu, served family-style, highlighting seasonal ingredients and classic flavors presented with sophistication. The dinner is $90 per adult and $39 for kids 12 and under. 7134 Main St., Clifton
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