Best Places for Thanksgiving Meals in Lawrenceville, Georgia

Turkey, Ham, Lamb, Cornbread stuffing Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Yams, Cranberries, Green Bean casserole, Yeast rolls, Pumpkin pie, Sweet potato pie, Pecan pie and your aunt Laura's infamous Jell-O mold. Yes, it's that time of the year when you give thanks for all of the wonderful blessings that God has bestowed upon us. We are thankful for our health, our families and friends and Gods provision. Next to Christmas, Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday and not just for the food, which is pretty great, but for my family and friends.

There is nothing better than fellowshipping on Thanksgiving. However, wherever there is a blessing there is typically a burden before or behind it. On Thanksgiving the burden typically starts a few days before with first having to go out and shop for all of the food and ingredients needed to bring your family recipes to life. Some people spend from a week to 3 days getting ready to dazzle and entice family and friends on Thanksgiving. That's great for those who have the time, resources and strength to accomplish this sometimes daunting task. What about that single person with no family close by or that newlywed couple that hasn't quite figured out how to turn their oven on, let alone trying to figure out how to bake a turkey in it.

No need to worry, there's always a restaurant open on Thanksgiving Day. Some places open from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. in the morning while others are open all day from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. for dinner. There is a place for everyone this Holiday Season. Here are my top 3 picks for the City of Lawrenceville, Georgia:

Lil' River Grill - This lovely quaint restaurant will not only satisfy your sense of style, but your stomach as well. There will be lots to choose from on their diverse menu, however, the only turkey you'll be having is a turkey pasta dish. They will be open from 4:30 - 8 p.m. for dinner. Only 4 Entrees will be available on Thanksgiving Day, so please 770-339-0689 in advance to get detailed information on the menu and to make reservations. Lil' River Grill is located at 179 West Crogen Street, in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

Han Café & Grill - This little grill service primarily Bosnian and Greek style cuisine. They will be open all day on Thanksgiving from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. So if you're not a fan of the traditional Thanksgiving Day fare, here's your opportunity to try something truly unique. There's no need to make reservations, but if you'd like detailed information on their menu, give them a call at 678-377-1165. Han Café & Grill is located at 1190 Five Forks Trickum R. in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

Green Tomato Buffet - This is definitely the place for the devout vegetarian as well as those who want to eat a little healthier this year. Their buffet is certainly a feast for the eyes, with every vegetable known to man. Everything from broccoli to okra…they got it. Their buffet will open from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Green Tomato Buffet is located at 256 Gwinnett Drive in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

Its official, Thanksgiving Day menus have really changed over the years. It's no longer for the meat and potato people only, even vegetarians can enjoy unique cuisine that fits their lifestyle. Why not give mom, grandmother or Auntie a break this year and you treat them to a Thanksgiving Day out on the town. Bon Appetite!