Are you looking for restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Birmingham, AL? Tired of cooking and need to change it up on Turkey Day? We’ve got you covered with this list!
1. Cracker Barrel
A classic for homey, southern cuisine, Cracker Barrel will be open regular business hours on Thanksgiving Day. A traditional meal of turkey and dressing will be available beginning at 11 a.m. and you can use their online wait list to shorten your waiting time.
2. The Bright Star
This local staple and James Beard award winner is open on Thanksgiving Day with a special menu, including the typical holiday classics, as well as some of their much-acclaimed appetizers and sides. Details of this prix fixe menu will be posted to their Facebook page. Call before making your plans to dine here, as their reservations do fill up quickly!
3. Ironwood Kitchen & Cocktails
Located in The Valley Hotel in downtown Homewood, Ironwood Kitchen & Cocktails will be serving some holiday-inspired specials, along with a limited version of their normal menu, beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. More information on the menu is available on their website.
4. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill
They may be most known for their steak and pork chops, but Perry’s will be serving up turkey this Thanksgiving. Dine in between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. to enjoy a three-course meal of soup or salad, turkey and classic sides, and an optional pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. Turkey not your thing? The traditional dinner menu will also be available!
5. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Starting at 11 a.m., Fleming’s will be serving a special three-course Thanksgiving meal with your choice of turkey, filet mignon, or prime bone-in ribeye. A starter and all the fixings are included with the prix fixe price, and dessert is available for purchase. The full dinner menu will also be available, as well as a 3-course children’s menu.
6. The Yard
Nestled in downtown’s Elyton Hotel, The Yard typically serves up sweet tea brined-turkey and traditional sides at their Thanksgiving lunch buffet. With selections like bread pudding, chocolate meringue pie, and pumpkin cheesecake, you’ll definitely want to save room for dessert, too!
7. Season’s 52
The Summit’s Season’s 52 will be serving up a special Thanksgiving Day meal featuring roast turkey and classic additions like mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, and a pumpkin pie mini indulgence dessert.
8. Galley & Garden
The charming restaurant on Highland Avenue will be offering an inventive and diverse three-course Thanksgiving meal. Entree selections usually include the classic turkey along with prime rib, pork, salmon, and even a vegan option. Starter and dessert courses also offer several selections to please any palate.









