Thanksgiving dinner in Branson can be as easy as walking into a holiday buffet or ordering a roast turkey plate on Thursday, November 26, 2026. You skip the grocery run and the dishes, though holiday hours differ from normal ones.

This guide covers six Branson restaurants with holiday dining plans printed on their own websites, from a buffet to catering pickup. For more places to eat any time of year, the Branson Dining & Shopping Guide maps every cuisine and budget.

Why Choose Thanksgiving Dinner in Branson Over Cooking?

Cooking a full Thanksgiving meal in an unfamiliar kitchen can take most of a vacation day. Booking a table or a buffet hands that work to a restaurant, so the family can spend the morning at a show or on the lake.

Holiday dining in Branson comes in simple formats. Some restaurants charge one all-you-can-eat price, others add a turkey plate to the regular menu, and at least one sells holiday dishes by the pan for groups who would rather eat at home.

The catch is that restaurants open Thanksgiving Day keep their own holiday hours, and a few close entirely. Every hour and price below comes from the restaurant’s own website as checked on November 9, 2026, so confirm directly before you drive over.

Which Restaurants Serve Thanksgiving Dinner in Branson?

Guy Fieri’s Branson Kitchen + Bar

Guy Fieri’s Branson Kitchen + Bar lists special Thanksgiving hours of 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The restaurant sits on Branson Landing Boulevard, so a holiday meal pairs easily with a walk along the waterfront at Branson Landing afterward.

No holiday menu is posted, so expect the regular lineup of signature burgers, loaded fries, and inventive twists on classic comfort food. That makes it a fun pick for families who would rather skip the turkey and still celebrate together.

Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen

Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen offers a holiday catering menu, with pickup from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Tuesday and Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Orders need at least 48 hours of notice, and a credit card guarantee is required for every order.

Classic roast turkey with giblet gravy starts at $38 for a pan serving five to seven, with cornbread dressing, candied yams, and cobbler alongside. The website does not list Thanksgiving Day dining hours, so call ahead before planning a sit-down meal.

Starvin’ Marvin’s

Starvin’ Marvin’s runs an Unlimited Thanksgiving Day Buffet from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 26. The price is $32 for adults and $14 for kids ages 4 to 10, and no reservations are needed for the holiday buffet.

The buffet lists butter and herb roasted turkey breast, honey glazed ham, cornbread stuffing, and a full dessert bar with pecan and pumpkin pie. Crab legs can also be ordered all day for anyone who wants seafood with the turkey.

Danna’s BBQ and Burger Shop

Danna’s BBQ and Burger Shop is closed on Thanksgiving Day, so save it for the days around the holiday. Its website lists regular hours of 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and the restaurant also closes every Sunday.

The kitchen smokes beef and pork for 12 to 14 hours over hickory wood every night, and burgers are made from fresh beef or turkey. It makes a relaxed Wednesday or Friday meal while the rest of the week fills up.

Joe’s Crab Shack

Joe’s Crab Shack lists holiday hours of 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Its Turkey Day plate brings roasted turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, green beans, and cranberry sauce, complete with a slice of pumpkin pie.

The plate costs $24.99 for adults and $15.99 for kids, dine-in only, before tax and gratuity. The regular seafood menu stays available too, so one side of the table can order turkey while the other side orders a crab feast.

Landry’s Seafood House

Landry’s Seafood House posts holiday hours of 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The restaurant sits on Highway 76 in Branson and calls itself family-friendly seafood dining, and its regular hours open at 11:30 a.m. every day.

No special Thanksgiving menu is posted, so plan on the regular seafood menu for the holiday meal. Because the website lists only hours, call ahead to ask about a Thanksgiving turkey special, reservations, or holiday wait times before you set out.

How Do You Plan a Thanksgiving Restaurant Meal Out?

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Branson set their own holiday hours, so pick your time first. An early start or a later dinner keeps the afternoon free, and a relaxed couple of hours at the table is a sensible plan.

Getting there is simple, because Guy Fieri’s, Paula Deen’s, and Joe’s all sit on Branson Landing Boulevard, while Starvin’ Marvin’s and Landry’s are on Highway 76. Allow extra driving time on the holiday, and call ahead wherever a website lists hours only.

For budgeting, two adults and two kids would pay $92 at the Starvin’ Marvin’s buffet or $81.96 for Joe’s Turkey Day plates. To cook a few sides yourself, the Thanksgiving groceries guide lists where to shop and the Thanksgiving rentals guide covers hosting.

Where to Stay in Branson

Branson vacation rentals give a Thanksgiving group room to gather before and after the meal. Branson Premier’s portfolio includes 214 lake house, hot tub cabin, and pet friendly listings as of November 3, 2026, and these three suit holiday groups.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best restaurants for Thanksgiving dinner in Branson?

For Thanksgiving dinner in Branson on November 26, 2026, Starvin’ Marvin’s runs an unlimited buffet from 10:30 a.m., Joe’s Crab Shack serves a Turkey Day plate from 11 a.m., and Guy Fieri’s Branson Kitchen + Bar and Landry’s Seafood House both post holiday hours of 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

When do Branson restaurants serve Thanksgiving dinner?

Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Posted holiday hours start at 10:30 a.m. at Starvin’ Marvin’s and 11 a.m. at Guy Fieri’s, Joe’s Crab Shack, and Landry’s, with closing times between 7 and 8 p.m. Paula Deen’s catering pickup runs the Tuesday and Wednesday before the holiday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How far ahead should you plan a Thanksgiving restaurant meal?

Plan at least a few days ahead. Paula Deen’s needs catering orders 48 hours before pickup, while Starvin’ Marvin’s says no reservations are needed for its buffet. For restaurants that do not post a holiday reservation policy, call ahead and confirm the hours, because holiday plans can change after November 9, 2026.

Is Thanksgiving dinner at a restaurant good for families?

Yes, and several holiday menus are priced with kids in mind. Starvin’ Marvin’s charges $14 for children ages 4 to 10 at its buffet, and Joe’s Crab Shack offers a $15.99 kids Turkey Day plate. Eating out also frees parents from a full day of cooking in a rental kitchen with unfamiliar equipment.

Where should you stay in Branson for Thanksgiving dinner?

Branson Premier offers vacation rentals across the Branson area, and the three featured above cover Branson lake house rentals, Branson cabins with hot tub, and pet friendly Branson vacation rentals. Each gives a holiday group room to gather before and after the meal. Browse every available Branson Premier home at https://bransonpremier.com/properties/.

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