Let’s talk turkey – turkey dinners, that is. If you are not of fan of staying home, basting a turkey all day and then doing battle with a pile of dishes post-feast, we’d say: why drive yourself crazy? Instead, get a turkey dinner to go or attend a Thanksgiving buffet or sit-down dinner in the White Mountains.

From our historic inns and our most-loved restaurants to the scenic walks you can take to work off those extra scoops of stuffing, our region is full of great ways to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday this year. Shake a tail feather and start planning your holiday adventure up this way!

Here’s the skinny on the best Thanksgiving dinners in the White Mountains.

Northern White Mountains

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ADAIR COUNTRY INN & RESTAURANT (Bethlehem, NH)

Your Thanksgiving plans are easy as pie when you book the holiday lodging and dining special at the Adair Country Inn & Restaurant in picturesque Bethlehem, NH. What are the details? Book dinner for two and lodging for a minimum of two nights and receive a $100.00 dining credit! But if you already know where you're staying, you can still enjoy an amazing Prix Fixe four course Thanksgiving Feast in the Adair's lovely dining room. 

Lodging & Dining package is valid from 11/27 - 11/30. Must book lodging to enjoy dining credit, and restaurant reservations must be made at the time of booking. Call 603-444-2600. Space is limited.

Special Prix Fixe four course Thanksgiving Feast - $ 69.00/person*. Two Seatings: 2:00pm and 6:00pm. Reservations by phone only; call 603-444-2600. Open to the public and Inn Guests. *Dinner price excludes alcohol, taxes, and gratuity.

 

FRANCONIA INN (Franconia, NH)

Looking for a buffet style Thanksgiving Dinner in Franconia, NH? Reserve your table at the Franconia Inn today! This dinner includes turkey, ham, traditional sides, desserts, coffee, tea, etc., plus the cozy vibes you’d expect from a historic inn with late fall views of the Kinsman Mountain range.

Buffet Style Thanksgiving Dinner: 11/28, 1 – 5pm. Adults: $60. Kids (10 and under): $25. Reservations required. Call 603-823-5542.

Franconia Inn Dining Room
 

THE GLEN HOUSE (Gorham, NH)

Join The Glen House for a Thanksgiving feast filled with delicious food, great mountain views, and the warmth of family and friends. Menu highlights include New England Clam Chowder, Butternut Squash Bisque, Apple Pecan Salad, Pecan Encrusted Salmon, and Prime Rib, plus seasonal classics like turkey, casseroles, and plentiful desserts. 

11/28, 1pm - 8pm. Adults: $54. Children: $18. Reservations requested. Call 603-466-3420. 

Eastern White Mountains

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THE WENTWORTH (Jackson, NH)

Get ready for an all day affair! The Wentworth in Jackson, NH is offering a full day of dining for guests, incuding a to-die-for dinner buffet. Might we suggest exploring Mount Washington Valley's many offerings in between noshing? 

Thanksgiving Day (11/28) Dining Schedule: Breakfast: 7:30am - 10am. Bar: 1pm - 10pm (drinks and snacks only). Thanksgiving elevated dinner buffet: 2pm - 6pm (reservations required). Light Fair & Bar Menu offered 6pm - 8pm. 

Dinner Buffet details: Adults: $69; Children 13 and Up: Full Price; Children 6 -12: $34; Children under 6: Free. Tax & 20% gratuity not included. 

The Wentworth (exterior of hotel)

 

WHITE MOUNTAIN HOTEL AND RESORT (North Conway, NH)

White Mountain Hotel & Resort’s Ledges Restaurant is offering a plated 3-course dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Partake in delectable entrees like traditional turkey dinner, ham, seafood newburg, and even prime rib, plus soup or salad and yummy desserts to sweeten your celebration. 

Thanksgiving Dinner at Ledges Restaurant and the Echo Ballroom: 11/28, 12pm – 6pm. Book on Open Table or Ledges Restaurant at the White Mountain Hotel or call 800-533-6301.Cost is $59 per adult, and $29 for children under 11.   

Western White Mountains

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THE COMMON MAN (Lincoln & Ashland, NH and Other Locations)

In honor of the holiday, The Common Man family of restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. They are, however, offering an amazing Thanksgiving to Go in Lincoln, Ashland, and other locations throughout the state.

What’s on the menu? Obviously an epic amount of turkey, plus cranberry sauce, stuffing, mashed potatoes, squash, green beans, dinner rolls, and more, as well as special add-ons like glazed ham, casseroles, mac n’ cheese, and whole house-baked pies. Their legendary turkey pot pies are also back on the menu by popular demand. 

Meal for four: $119.95 plus tax. Meal for one: $30.95 plus tax. All orders must be placed online by Friday, 11/22. Order pick up date is Wednesday, 11/27.  For more information and to make your online order, visit the The Common Man’s website.

 

COVERED BRIDGE FARM TABLE (Campton, NH)

Does a scrumptious Thanksgiving buffet sound like holiday nirvana? Snag your reservations right away for the Covered Bridge Farm Table in Campton, NH – a feast of epic proportions awaits! Turkey, ham, and a prime rib carving station are all on the table, as are the traditional sides plus soup, salads, dessert, and more.

11/28. $42 (adults), $22 (children 12 years and under). Call 603-238-9115 for reservations. 

 

INDIAN HEAD RESORT (Lincoln, NH)

Feast with one of the finest views in town. Indian Head Resort is hosting a Deluxe Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner in their Profile Dining Room overlooking Shadow Lake, and you're invited! Call to book your reservation today. 

11/28, 11:30am - 2:30pm. Persons 13+: $42.99; Chidren 4 - 12: $19.99; 3 & Under: Free. For reservations, call 603-745-8000.

 

THE MOUNTAIN CLUB ON LOON (Lincoln, NH)

Travelers struggling to fill up their Thanksgiving weekend plans, look to The Mountain Club on Loon. In addition to a Grand Thanksgiving Buffet on the big day, this stop is offering Thanksgiving meal kits to go in Lincoln, NH.

The buffet menu is vast, so we recommend studying up below. What about the to-go options? Take your pick of a classic a classic Thanksgiving Dinner Kit (turkey, stuffing, potatoes, mac and cheese, pasta salad squash, peas, apple pie, chocolate cream pie, etc.) or a truly awesome Thanksgiving Football Kit (including chicken wings and dipping sauces, a nacho kit, chips and dips, and giant chocolate chip cookies).  

11/28 Grand Thanksgiving Buffet: 11/28, seating from 11am to 4pm. Adults: $70 (includes a glass of wine with meal). Children (ages 3 -12): $18. Children under 3: Free. NH tax and Gratuity not included in price. Call Black Diamond Pub at 603-745-2244 or email foh@mtnclub.com to reserve. 

Thanksgiving Meal/Thanksgiving Football Kits: order before 11/20 at noon; pick up is 11/27. Reheating instructions will be typed and printed with each meal kit. Call Black Diamond Pub at 603-745-2244 or email foh@mtnclub.com to reserve. 

Mountain Club on Loon Thanksgiving Grand Buffet
 

WOODSTOCK INN BREWERY (North Woodstock, NH)

If “no stress, no mess” is your holiday mantra, a Thanksgiving buffet meal at the Woodstock Inn Brewery in North Woodstock, NH is a must-do. Appetizers, salads, starches, and veggies will be available in abundance, as well as carving stations and a plethora of tasty fixings and desserts.

11/28, 12 – 5pm. $41.99 (adults), $22.99 (children 12 and under). Reservations are required. This event regularly sells out, so book today, or call 603-745-3951.

 

South of the White Mountains

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HART’S TURKEY FARM (Meredith, NH)

The best kind of Thanksgiving dinner is one that is all about tradition. You might have guessed since it’s spelled out in the name, but Hart’s Turkey Farm is the spot for a traditional turkey Thanksgiving to-go dinner in the Lakes Region.

Choose from an individual meal if you’re flying solo this year or buy a family-sized extravaganza for the whole flock. Feeling ambitious? You can always tackle part of the Thanksgiving meal prep on your own and pick up any add-ons from Hart’s Grab & Go lobby store. 

Hart’s will not be open for in-house dining on Thanksgiving Day.

Call 603-279-6212 to order starting 11/1. Hart's will be open for pickup of Whole Roasted Turkey Family Meals and Individual Turkey Dinners on Thanksgiving Day (11/28), 10am - 4pm. For more information, head over to the Hart’s Turkey Farm website.

Whole Roasted Turkey Family Meals: Small (feeds 2 - 6) is $195, Medium (feeds 6 - 10) is $290, Large (feeds 10 - 14) is $425. | Individual Roasted Turkey Dinners: Small (3.5 oz turkey) is $21, Regular (5.5 oz turkey) is $24, Jumbo (16 oz of turkey) is $31.

Thanksgiving is still a few weeks away, but our mouths are already watering! If you can’t wait for the full-on feast, we’d say satisfy your cravings for now with a great meal at one of our local restaurants in the White Mountains (and if you're looking to bolster your holiday plans, scroll through our events calendar for the latest Thanksgiving events in North Conway, Lincoln, and more).