Turkey Day is almost here, and if you'd like to enjoy a 2024 Poconos Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings - but without all the hassle of cooking and cleaning up - Pocono restaurants have the solution.Many local chefs are preparing pre-cooked Thanksgiving dinners that can be picked up to-go. Restaurants are also serving Thanksgiving dinners that you and your loved ones can savor in beautiful dining rooms across the region.

You're invited to Thanksgiving dinner in the Pocono Mountains! Delight in the beauty and bounty of the region as you gather…

Treat the family to a memorable buffet in a grand ballroom at one of our region's incredible resorts, or place your order early and just stop by Thanksgiving eve or morning to pick up a fully-prepared dinner, ready to be laid on the table in the comfort of your own home or vacation rental. Be sure to call ahead to confirm your meal order or book your reservation. Keep reading to learn about places to buy Thanksgiving dinners in the Pocono Mountains.

Camelback Lodge

1. Camelback Lodge

Enjoy a buffet with all your holiday favorites at the Hemispheres restaurant at Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark in Tannersville. From the orange honey-glazed turkey breast and grilled flank steak to the pasta bar and taco bar to the pies and chocolate fountain, you won't leave hungry!


Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

2. Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is pulling out all the stops to present a holiday buffet in the Kilimanjaro Ballroom. Take your pick from turkey, prime rib, mashed potatoes, candied yams, a dessert station and much more. Turn your Thanksgiving into a weekend family vacation, and enjoy some splash time in one of the country's largest indoor waterparks.


Pocono Organics

3. Pocono Organics

Let award-winning Chef Lindsay McClain and the Pocono Organics culinary team prepare your Thanksgiving takeout meal! How does mushroom brioche stuffing sound? Or dutch apple pie? Choose your favorite dishes to customize your feast. The deadline to place your order online is November 22. Meal pick up will take place the day before Thanksgiving.


The Settlers Inn

4. The Settlers Inn

Over the river and through the woods: you'll start feeling the festive mood as soon as you pull into Hawley's picturesque Settlers Inn alongside the Lackawaxen River. Whether you'd prefer to pick up a Thanksgiving takeout (orders accepted through November 21) or chow down in person, The Settlers Inn cornucopia of classic dishes includes turkey, pumpkin bread, house made cranberry sauce, artisanal desserts, and add-ons like parsnip latke.


Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort

5. Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort

The historic Worthington Ballroom awaits at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, a perfect setting for a holiday meal to remember. This sumptuous spread includes a carving station with all-natural local roast turkey with traditional pan gravy as well as maple-glazed ham. A few of the things you'll find on the buffet line: baked salmon, lasagna, homemade macaroni and cheese, freshly whipped Yukon gold potatoes, a kids' station with chicken nuggets and French fries, a chef's dessert station and more.


Silver Birches Resort

6. Silver Birches Resort

Look out over the calm autumn waters of Lake Wallenpaupack as you indulge in charcuterie, salad, stuffing, turkey, green bean almondine and much more. The Thanksgiving Buffet at Silver Birches Resort will feature all your traditional favorites along with a gorgeous view. Don't forget to call ahead for reservations.


Skytop Lodge

7. Skytop Lodge

Celebrate two holidays in one weekend at Skytop Lodge. Savor a spectacular Thanksgiving buffet in the elegant Windsor Dining Room or order a la carte Thanksgiving specials at the Lakeview Bar. You won't leave hungry, but the fun and tradition doesn't end with the food. Guests can get into the Christmas spirit with a life-size gingerbread house, stunning decorations and a visit from Santa on Saturday.


Stroudsmoor Country Inn

8. Stroudsmoor Country Inn

Drive along the winding country roads through the rolling hills above Stroudsburg to reach SCI - The Restaurant at the Stroudsmoor Country Inn. Dine in the Main Inn and fill your plate with smoked pork, candied sweet potatoes, sausage stuffing, vegan and vegetarian options, and an array of sweet confections during this special meal. Why not stay overnight so that you can just roll yourself upstairs to enjoy a football game or get in a little postprandial nap after all that food.


Make this Thanksgiving an unforgettable gathering for you and your loved ones: find a place to stay and keep the celebration going the whole weekend. Take advantage of special offers to save on your booking. We've got plenty of hiking trails and outdoor adventure to help you work up an appetite or work off that extra helping of pie.

From outlets to one-of-a-kind small town boutiques, you'll find plenty of Black Friday deals and shopping spots to kick off your Christmas gift hunt as well. Add a holiday event to your Poconos trip, like a tree lighting or Santa train excursion, to start getting in the festive spirit. There's no better place to kick off the holiday season than the Pocono Mountains.

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