The Thanksgiving holiday is upon us, meaning it's time to find your stretchy pants and to think about what you're thankful for this year.
Whether you'll be feasting with family and friends or doing something unrelated to overeating, we've got a roundup of Thanksgiving-themed things to do (and get) in preparation for the big day. From beer and wine shops to bakeries, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Charlotte's top go-to's for the holiday, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list of where to head.
As friends and family prepare to gather this Thanksgiving, head to one of Charlotte's best grocery stores to stock up on supplies before it's too late.
1. Earl's Grocery
Topping the list is Earl's Grocery. Located at 1609 Elizabeth Ave. in Elizabeth, the spot, which also offers sandwiches and more, is the highest rated grocery store in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 187 reviews on Yelp.
Earl's can provide all of your Thanksgiving offerings. From the juniper and rosemary brined turkey to fresh cranberry sauce with ginger, the holiday menu can be found here. This spot also features a bakery and coffee bar.
2. Trader Joe's
Next up is Dilworth's Trader Joe's, situated at 1133 Metropolitan Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 167 reviews on Yelp, the grocery store has proven to be a local favorite.
Trader Joe's is a neighborhood grocery store chain with locations across the country. Trader Joe's offers meats, cheeses, fruits, vegetables and more. The spot also features beer and wine with seasonal selections available.
Yelper Val B. wrote, "I love this Trader Joe's location so much. It has great prices on certain things and an awesome assortment of healthier foods!"
3. Amélie's French Bakery & Café
Expected to provide dessert for your Thanksgiving feast but don't have time to prepare it yourself? Check out Uptown Charlotte's Amélie's French Bakery & Café, situated at 380 S. College St. With four stars out of 529 reviews on Yelp, the cafe and bakery has proven to be a local favorite.
Established in 2015, Amelie's has two locations in the greater Charlotte area. The bakery and Parisian cafe serves pastries, soups, salads and sandwiches. You can also order specialty desserts for the holiday.
Loren N. noted, "The food and pastries were amazing. The quiche was the best I have ever had."
4. The Common Market
Next up is Commonwealth's The Common Market, situated at 2007 Commonwealth Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 232 reviews on Yelp, the deli, which offers beer, wine, sandwiches and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
Not everyone can pull off the perfect home-cooked side dish. What you can do — so long as you're 21 or older — is come prepared with a six-pack of quality beer or a fitting bottle of wine for your forthcoming celebrations.
With multiple locations in Charlotte, The Common Market can accommodate your holiday beverage needs. The spot, which is open 365 days a year, offers a wide selection of beer and wine for purchase.
Yelper Wilhelmina L. wrote, "This place is a lot of things rolled into one: dive, grocery, craft beer market and deli counter."
