Whether you are looking for an upscale waterfront buffet, a free neighborhood feast, or a pre-cooked turkey dinner to reheat at home, residents across West Seattle, White Center, and Burien have a variety of options for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, November 26.

For those looking to dine out on the holiday,

Salty's on Alki Beach (1936 Harbor Ave SW) will host its annual all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving buffet from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The spread features herb-butter-basted turkey, prime rib, Dungeness crab, oysters, traditional sides, and a chocolate waterfall. Pricing is $125 for guests 16 and older, $60 for ages 10 to 15, $30 for ages 5 to 9, and free for children 4 and under. Reservations are strongly recommended.

In the Admiral District, Admiral Pub (2306 California Ave SW) will continue its tradition of hosting a 21-and-older Friendsgiving celebration on Thanksgiving Day, offering free food for the community followed by live evening music. Meanwhile, diners seeking a sit-down restaurant meal further south have options in both Burien and SeaTac:

• Huckleberry Square (14423 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien): The family-owned eatery will serve its homestyle Thanksgiving menu—featuring applewood smoked turkey, mashed potatoes, smoked chicken sausage stuffing, candied sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, and a dinner roll for $29.99—from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day (as well as 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25). A limited regular menu will also be available, and seating is first-come, first-served with no reservations.

• Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar at Cedarbrook Lodge (18525 36th Ave S, SeaTac): Located just down the road from White Center and Burien, Copperleaf is serving a Thanksgiving buffet from noon to 4:00 p.m. for $125 per adult and $35 per child.

Several local organizations are also opening their doors to ensure everyone in the community has a warm holiday meal:

• The Hall at Fauntleroy (9131 California Ave SW, West Seattle): Tuxedos and Tennis Shoes Catering will host its annual free, sit-down community Thanksgiving meal from noon to 3:00 p.m. The menu includes traditional holiday favorites alongside vegetarian and gluten-free options, with no RSVP required.

• West Seattle Eagles #2643 (4426 California Ave SW, West Seattle): The lodge will welcome the community from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a free traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings and dessert. Donations are welcome.

• Transform (Burien) Outreach Center (15623 Des Moines Memorial Dr, Burien): Ahead of Thanksgiving Day, Transform Burien will serve a free community holiday meal on Wednesday, November 25, from noon to 2:00 p.m., with all welcome.

For hosts who prefer to celebrate at home without spending all day in the kitchen, several neighborhood markets, caterers, and eateries are offering take-home meal packages—though order deadlines are fast approaching:

• Skylark Cafe & Club- Live Music | Scratch Kitchen | West Seattle  (3803 Delridge Way SW, West Seattle): Taking orders for Thanksgiving turkey and sides packages through November 20.

• Metropolitan Market West Seattle (Admiral) (2320 42nd Ave SW, West Seattle) and PCC Community Markets - West Seattle Co-op  (2749 California Ave SW, West Seattle): Accepting pre-orders for full holiday meal kits and à la carte sides through Sunday, November 22.

• Whole Foods Market (4755 Fauntleroy Way SW, West Seattle): Offers holiday catering meals and sides for pre-order through Wednesday, November 25.

• Husky Deli & Catering & Ice Cream (4721 California Ave SW, West Seattle): Offering a reheat-and-serve turkey dinner for five ($165 plus tax) complete with mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce, rolls, and a half-gallon of ice cream. Quantities are limited and expected to sell out early.

• Cocina Casera South American Restaurant  (1521 SW 98th St / 9611 16th Ave SW, White Center): Offers South American-inspired Thanksgiving feast pre-orders for pickup ahead of the holiday.

• ACG Creations (Burien): Offers soul food Thanksgiving dinner packages for large groups (feeding 10–12 for $499 or 18–20 for $699) featuring roasted turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, chicken dressing, macaroni and cheese, dinner rolls, and a choice of vegetables and desserts, with pickup in Burien on Thanksgiving Day from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Advance request and invoice approval are required.

• Safeway  (138 SW 148th St, Burien): Offers fully cooked, chilled holiday turkey and ham dinner bundles, à la carte sides, and pies available to pre-order online or in-store for pickup while supplies last.

(Note: For those looking to celebrate early in Burien,Burien Elks Lodge #2143  at 14006 1st Ave S is also hosting an early Friendsgiving feast on Saturday, November 21, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for $18 per person.)

Organizers and business owners advise diners to call ahead or check local holiday listings before heading out, as serving hours, order cutoffs, and availability can shift as Thanksgiving Day approaches.