By Ashley Larkin
Thanksgiving is almost here! And while some families are already planning the turkey and all the fixings, others would be perfectly happy letting someone else handle the cooking this year.
Luckily, we've got some great options right here in Williamson County.
From Thanksgiving buffets and ready-to-heat dinners to homemade pies and opportunities to give back, here's what you need to know to make your holiday a little easier.
Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. Some ordering deadlines are coming up quickly, so don't wait too long!
🍽️ Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day
Want to skip the cooking and cleanup entirely? These local restaurants are serving Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, November 26.
Kalahari Resorts | Round Rock
Kalahari is hosting a Thanksgiving buffet featuring smoked turkey, prime rib, glazed ham, traditional sides and plenty of desserts. There's also a kids' station and allergy-friendly options, making this a great choice for a larger family gathering.
When: November 26, 1–5 p.m.
Price: $79 ages 11+, $29 ages 3–10, free for ages 2 and under. A 25% taxable service charge and applicable tax are additional.
View the buffet menu and make reservations →
Brix & Ale | Georgetown
Enjoy a Thanksgiving brunch buffet at the Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel, with beer-brined turkey, Dr Pepper-glazed ham, pot roast, breakfast favorites and holiday desserts. There's even miniature pumpkin painting for the kids!
When: November 26, 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Price: $79 adults, $40 children under 12, free under 5, plus applicable charges.
See the menu and reserve a table →
Kerbey Lane Cafe | Round Rock
Here's a great option for a traditional Thanksgiving meal without the buffet price! Kerbey Lane is serving roasted turkey with gravy, garlic potatoes, sweet potato casserole, stuffing, Brussels sprouts, cranberry sauce and a biscuit.
When: November 26, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.
Price: $24.99 per plate.
Available for dine-in or takeout while supplies last. No reservations or preorders, so plan to arrive early!
Cracker Barrel | Round Rock
Sometimes you just want a classic Thanksgiving dinner, and Cracker Barrel is keeping things simple with a traditional holiday meal served in the restaurant.
When: November 26, beginning at 11 a.m.
Price: Check the restaurant's holiday menu for current pricing.
Prefer to eat at home? Cracker Barrel also offers Heat & Serve Thanksgiving meals for 4–6 or 8–10 people, with pickup available November 21–29. Order at least 12 hours ahead and allow approximately two hours for reheating.
See Thanksgiving dining and takeout options →
🥘 Thanksgiving Dinner To Go
Hosting this year but hoping to spend a little less time in the kitchen? These restaurants have you covered with complete holiday meals you can pick up and enjoy at home.
Blue Corn Harvest | Multiple Locations
One of the more affordable options we've found! Their Thanksgiving meal includes sliced turkey breast, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, green beans, cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce and gravy.
You can also add a whole pie for $18, with flavors including bourbon pecan, chocolate brownie, pumpkin and key lime.
Price: Listed at $85, serving six or more.
Order by: November 23.
Confirm pricing and pickup arrangements with your preferred location.
See Thanksgiving meal and pie options →
Whiskey Cake | Round Rock
Whiskey Cake's holiday kit includes a whole smoked turkey, bourbon-rosemary gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, sausage and Gouda stuffing, Brussels sprouts and dinner rolls with honey butter. Everything comes fully cooked with reheating instructions.
Price: $150, serves six.
Order by: November 22.
Pickup: November 24–25.
Order your Thanksgiving feast →
Smokey Mo's BBQ | Multiple Locations
Bring a little Texas BBQ to Thanksgiving! Smokey Mo's offers a complete feast with a whole smoked turkey, sides, gravy and pumpkin pie. You can also order just the turkey if you've already got the sides covered.
Price: $225 for the feast (serves 10–12) or $79 for a whole turkey, plus tax.
Pickup: November 23–25.
Available at participating locations throughout WilCo. Meals come cold and require reheating.
See the holiday menu and order →
H-E-B True Texas BBQ | Select Locations
H-E-B's True Texas BBQ is offering pitmaster-prepared holiday meals, available hot or cold. Depending on your location, you can order a complete meal or pick up smoked meats and sides separately.
Ordering: November 1–December 27.
Pickup: Varies by participating location.
Order in person or by phone, and check with your preferred store for availability.
See holiday catering options →
🥧 Where to Order Thanksgiving Pies
Need a dessert to bring to Thanksgiving dinner? These local bakeries are making it easy to show up with something delicious!
Lulu's Pie Shoppe | Georgetown
Lulu's is offering homemade Thanksgiving pies, including pumpkin ($35), bourbon pecan ($40), apple crumble ($38), bourbon cherry crumble ($40) and ginger peach crisp ($38).
Their bourbon pecan pie even features locally sourced Georgetown pecans!
Pickup: November 23–25.
Happy Hippo Bakery | Hutto
Choose from pumpkin and chocolate chess pies ($28), honey bourbon ($30) or honey bourbon pecan ($32). Each nine-inch pie serves approximately 12 people.
Order by: November 15, or until sold out.
Pickup: November 24–25 in Hutto.
❤️ Need a Thanksgiving Meal? Local Help Is Available
The holidays can be a stressful time financially. If you or someone you know could use a little help putting food on the table, these local organizations are good places to start.
Operation Turkey | Thanksgiving Meal Delivery
Operation Turkey provides free, prepared Thanksgiving meals delivered to people in need. Enter your address on the request form to check whether delivery is available in your area.
Request by: November 20, or until capacity is reached.
Delivery: November 26, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Heroes Resource Center | Cedar Park
Active-duty military members, veterans, first responders and their families can register for a free Thanksgiving food basket containing an uncooked turkey and ingredients to prepare a holiday meal for four to six people.
Pickup: November 21, noon–2 p.m.
Registration: Required, with proof of service at pickup.
Register for a Thanksgiving basket →
Round Rock Area Serving Center | Williamson County
The Serving Center provides year-round food assistance, including home delivery for qualifying households with older adults, people with disabilities, veterans or active-duty military members.
Phone: 512-244-2431.
The food pantry and offices will be closed November 25–28, so reach out before the holiday. This is an ongoing assistance program, not a special Thanksgiving dinner delivery.
Learn about food assistance programs →
🤝 Ways to Give Back This Thanksgiving
Looking for a meaningful way to help your neighbors? These local organizations have some great opportunities to get involved.
Operation Turkey | Leander
Spend Thanksgiving morning preparing, packaging or delivering meals to people in need. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, making this a wonderful opportunity for families to give back together.
When: November 26, 8 a.m.–noon.
Where: The Fieldhouse at the Crossover, Leander.
Good Shepherd Fill the Pantry | Cedar Park
Good Shepherd is collecting nonperishable food donations for Hill Country Community Ministries to help local families experiencing food insecurity.
Collection dates: November 14 and 21, 9 a.m.–noon.
Donation drive continues through: December 6.
See donation and volunteer details →
The Caring Place | Georgetown
The Caring Place's Hunger Free Holidays food drive runs through December 31, with canned proteins especially needed in November.
Drop off unopened, unexpired food or make a financial contribution to support local families.
Drop-off: Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., at the Railroad Avenue drive-through.
🧡 Happy Thanksgiving, WilCo!
However you're celebrating this year, we hope your Thanksgiving is filled with good food, good company and plenty of reasons to be thankful.
And if you've got a little extra time, food or money to share this season, there are neighbors right here in Williamson County who could use a helping hand.
Happy Thanksgiving! We're thankful to be part of this community.
