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These Columbus GA restaurants will be open Thanksgiving Day serving holiday meals

Many restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving day.
Many restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving day. mcook@ledger-enquirer.com

Some of us are starting the Thanksgiving week preparing to cook a huge meal for big families, while others are trying to find a good place to eat out. Either way, there are plenty of options ranging from budget-conscious to upscale.

Here are a few suggestions, broken down by price point and atmosphere so you can pick the right fit for your holiday plans.

Less expensive and family-friendly

Less than $15 per person

  • Cracker Barrel
  • IHOP
  • Metro Diner
  • Smokey Bones
  • Wild Wing Cafe
  • Country Time Buffet
  • Shangri La Chinese Gourmet

Midrange in price and local favorites

About $25-35 for adults and less for children

  • Hudson’s at Main Street
  • Chef Lee’s Peking Restaurant
  • Hooter’s 
  • Houlihans
  • Minnie’s Uptown Cafe
  • Ed’s Southern Cooking
  • Jr’s Steakhouse Downtown Inc.

Upscale and fine dining

Ranging from $50 to $70 per person

  • Morten’s at Old Town
  • The Goetchius House
  • Epic Catering and Eatery
  • Callaway Resorts and Gardens
  • Piedmont Dining Room at Callaway 

No matter your budget, planning ahead is the key to getting in where you want. Many places fill fast or require take-out orders in advance, so check with the individual establishments to be sure.

Did I leave any out? Email me at srose@ledger-enquirer.com or find me on social media.

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