Forks Down, Feet Up: Your Guide to Thanksgiving Dining in Greater Grand Forks

Somewhere in Greater Grand Forks, a turkey is still frozen solid on Wednesday night. Somewhere else, a cook is staring down a sink full of roasting pans and quietly regretting the words "I'll host this year."

If either one sounds familiar, consider this your permission slip. This Thanksgiving, let someone else handle the bird.

On Thursday, November 26, restaurants on both sides of the Red River are ready to feed your crew. Pick a sit-down feast, carry home a dinner you can pass off as your own (we won't tell) or skip the turkey entirely for pancakes or wings. Here's where to find a seat, a to-go box or a full plate.

These businesses shared their Thanksgiving plans with us. Others may be open too and hours can change, so check with your favorites before you head out.

PULL UP A CHAIR: THANKSGIVING FEASTS

AALTOS

Website // 701-772-8404
Canad Inns Destination Center // 1000 South 42nd Street, Grand Forks
Brunch and turkey on the same plate? That's not indecision. That's strategy. Aaltos serves a turkey brunch buffet from 11 AM to 4 PM.

BLUE MOOSE BAR & GRILL

Website // 218-773-6516
507 2nd Street NW, East Grand Forks
Here, the feast comes to you: turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, sausage wild rice stuffing, corn, cranberry sauce, dinner rolls and a slice of pumpkin pie, served from 11 AM to 4 PM. Dine in, or take it home and accept the compliments. Reservations highly encouraged.

EAGLES CREST GRILL

Website // 701-787-3491
5301 South Columbia Road, Grand Forks (King's Walk Golf Course)
Go back for seconds without anyone keeping score. Eagles Crest serves a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 AM to 4 PM. Reservations required, so call before you tee up your appetite.

BRING THE FEAST HOME

Hosting this year but not trying to be a hero? These options do the heavy lifting while you take the credit.

BERNIE'S

Website // 218-230-2960
121 DeMers Avenue, East Grand Forks
Take-n-bake sides, including stuffing, Brussels sprouts casserole and cranberry sauce, plus rolls and pumpkin pie. Available first-come, first-served from November 10 through November 25.

HUGO'S FAMILY MARKETPLACE

Locations
Complete take-out turkey dinners for 2 to 10 people. Reserve at least 48 hours ahead for pickup by Wednesday, November 25.

OPEN DOORS, REGULAR MENUS

Not every Thanksgiving needs a turkey. Maybe your crew wants pancakes before the relatives arrive, wings during the game or a late-night bite after the leftovers run out. No judgment here.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS