Posted on 11/6/2017 by Angie Schnell

Dine out in the Lowcountry for Thanksgiving

Don't let turkey day stress you out! Check out these suggested restaurants that will be open for Thanksgiving in case you haven't made plans or you're coming into town for the holidays. Either way, you will be right on track for a full belly and long nap.

Below are some of the local restaurants that will be open for Thanksgiving, and offering some traditional favorites! Be sure to look at the "gallery" as well for Home Team BBQ's menu, available for pickup at their Sullivan's Island location!

Morgan Creek Grill

You don't have to leave the island for this Thanksgiving meal! From 12- 4 pm, enjoy Morgan Creek's Grill Thanksgiving Buffet! Reservations are recommended: 843-886-8980

Buffet menu includes:

  • Slow Roasted Turkey with giblet gravy
  • Baked Glazed Ham
  • Shrimp and grits
  • Smoked salmon display
  • Homemade cornbread dressing
  • Mashed potatoes
  • Collard greens
  • Green bean casserole
  • Sweet potato casserole
  • Roasted root vegetables
  • Cranberry sauce
  • Mixed green salad with assorted dressings
  • Fresh fruit display
  • Assorted breads
  • Pickle and relish tray
  • Dessert table 

Magnolias

Dine at one of Charleston's tastiest spots anywhere between 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving feast. Magnolias' famous menu will be an option of choice, but they will be feature select items for their Thanksgiving menu, including:

  • Slow Roasted Turkey | whipped potatoes, country green beans, herb stuffing, cranberry sauce, giblet gravy
  • Pecan Crusted Salmon | whipped potatoes, country green beans, herb stuffing, cranberry sauce, citrus beurre blanc
  • Double thick smoked Pork Chop |  whipped potatoes, country green beans, herb stuffing, cranberry sauce, peach chutney
  • Vegetarian Lentil Loaf | whipped potatoes, green beans, roasted mushrooms, cauliflower herb gravy
  • Dessert specials | Bourbon Buttermilk Pumpkin Pie | bourbon caramel, vanilla bean whipped cream, brown sugar spiced shortbread

82 Queen

 Reservations are recommended: 843-723-7591

3 Course Menu, $60 per person

  • She Crab soup
  • Butternut Squash Bisque
  •  Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast | mashed yukon gold potatoes, andouille sausage and sage dressing, pecan-buttered haricots verts, giblet gravy, cranberry chutney
  • Barbeque Shrimp and Grits | shrimp, stone-ground grits, bourbon bbq sauce, applewood bacon, cheddar, scallions (GF)
  • Carolina Crab Cakes | charleston red rice, okra, sweet corn, and black-eyed pea succotash, lowcountry remoulade, sweet pepper coulis
  • Grilled Ribeye | certified angus beef, mashed yukon gold potatoes, roasted brussel sprouts, garlic-buttered cremini mushrooms, horseradish aioli (GF)
  • Pan-Seared North Atlantic Salmon | sweet potato and thyme risotto, shaved brussel sprouts, maple-bourbon glaze
  • Pumpkin Pie | cinnamon whipped cream
  • Chocolate Cheesecake | creme anglaise, raspberry sauce
  • Sweet Potato-Maple Layered Cheesecake | whipped cream, caramel sauce
  • Bourbon-Pecan Pie | Whipped cream, caramel sauce
  • Limoncelle Marscapone Cake | raspberry sauce, whipped cream

Magnolias

Dine at one of Charleston's tastiest spots anywhere between 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving feast. Magnolias' famous menu will be an option of choice, but they will be feature select items for their Thanksgiving menu, including:

  • Slow Roasted Turkey | whipped potatoes, country green beans, herb stuffing, cranberry sauce, giblet gravy
  • Pecan Crusted Salmon | whipped potatoes, country green beans, herb stuffing, cranberry sauce, citrus beurre blanc
  • Double thick smoked Pork Chop |  whipped potatoes, country green beans, herb stuffing, cranberry sauce, peach chutney
  • Vegetarian Lentil Loaf | whipped potatoes, green beans, roasted mushrooms, cauliflower herb gravy
  • Dessert specials | Bourbon Buttermilk Pumpkin Pie | bourbon caramel, vanilla bean whipped cream, brown sugar spiced shortbread

Blossom

Create the ultimate dining experience with wonderful hospitality and local cuisine. Between 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thanksgiving items include:

Entrees:

  • Slow roasted turkey | mashed potatoes, green beans, stuffing, gravy, cranberry
  • Smoked Ham | sweet potatoes, green beans, collards, brown sugar whiskey
  • Prime Rib | mashed potatoes, mushroom jus
  • Vegetarian | delicata squash, green beans, cauliflower, sweet potatoes
  • Turtle Pecan Pie | caramel sauce, vanilla bean whipped cream

Halls Chophouse

Bring the family to Charleston's famously-known steakhouse for an incredible Thanksgiving feast – your bellies won't be disappointed. Open from 1:00 – 8:00 p.m., enjoy the following menu items:

Starters:

  • Butternut Squash Soup | Roasted pepitas and maple cream

Entrees:

  • Traditional Roasted Turkey | croissant bread stuffing, cranberry sauce, roasted Brussels sprouts, whipped Yukon gold potatoes and house made gravy
  • Southern Fried Turkey | croissant bread stuffing, cranberry sauce, roasted Brussels sprouts, whipped Yukon gold potatoes and house made gravy

Dessert:

  • Pumpkin Cheesecake | candied pecans and whipped cream
  • Traditional Pecan Pie | vanilla bean ice cream

You can find PDF copies of these menus (and a few others too!) below:

 

 

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