Take The Night Off And Choose From This List Of 8 New Hampshire Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving dinner is no simple matter. It involves a ton of meal planning, then a great deal of prep. And that doesn't include the grocery shopping, the decorating and deciding who should be invited to the meal. Because, of course, you can't just invite family and friends willy-nilly. With tons of personality types, even a seating plan can cause anxiety. So, this year we vote that you simply abandon it all and go out to dinner!

1. Red Fox Bar & Grille, Jackson

If you're interested in piling a plate high with a meal complete with all the fixins' this is the Thanksgiving buffet for you. There's a carving station featuring toasted turkey, local smokehouse ham and wood roasted prime rib. And the sides are just about endless. You can dine from noon to 5 p.m. and the cost is $29 for adults and $11 for kids 10 and under. Make a reservation by calling 603-383-4949.

2. Mountain View Grand Resort, Whitefield

Another historic option for your holiday meal, this beautiful Thanksgiving buffet includes things like a slow roasted turkey, sausage stuffing and prime rib. There's even a seafood display and, for the first tie this year, a special children's buffet. This is a great option for families. Seatings take place every half hour between noon and 5:30 p.m. The cost is $65 for adults 13 and up and $25 for ages 6 to 12. Dress code is considered "business casual" and reservations are required. Make them by calling 855-837-2100.

3. Table + Tonic, North Conway

This unique spot features an organic Thanksgiving dinner with vegan and gluten-free options. You can take part between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., but reservations are required. They can be made online here!.

4. The Wentworth Inn, Jackson Village

We love that this meal is sa set 4-course meal including appetizers and dessert. And the choices in each category of extensive. The cost is $47 for adults plus a 9% meals tax. Kids under twelve eat for $23.50. To learn more visit their website here!.

5. Stonehurst Manor, North Conway

Thanksgiving dinner is served at the Stonhurst Manor Restaurant, The Wild Rose, from noon to 6 p.m. The menu is set up to be a three-course meal and they even have as separate children's menu. The cost is $38 and reservations are recommended. You can give them a call on 603-356-3113.

6. Omni Mount Washington Resert, Bretton Woods

This year's buffet at the Omni could be the best yet. In addition to dining at one of the most picturesque spots in the state, the food is here is delicious. At $75 for adults and $35 for kids, this meal is a bit pricier than some of the others. But it comes with a free lift ticket to use the same day. Make your reservation by calling the activities concierge desk at 603-278-8989.

7. Eagle Mountain House, Jackson

This year make things feel extra special by heading to the Eagle Mountain House for their version of the best Thanksgiving buffet. They'll have a large menu featuring items beyond just your typical turkey. The meal is served from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m and the cost is $32.95 for adults and $13.95 for kids aged 3 to 12. You can learn more and make a reservation through their website here! .

8. The Christmas Farm Inn, Jackson

The Christmas Farm Inn is one of the most festive places you can visit this time of year. To kick things off take part in their Thanksgiving buffet which features incredible seasonal dishes like chef-carved roast turkey with house-made gravy and cranberry stuffing. There are two seatings at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. The cost is $45 for adults and $22 for kids 12 and under. Make ar reservation by calling 603-383-4313.

The Christmas Farm Inn is a Christmas-themed restaurant and it's great any time of year! Visit for Thanksgiving if you can, but rest assured that Christmas is just as lovely.