The Thanksgiving holiday is coming up, which means it's time to find your stretchy pants and think about what you're thankful for this year.
Whether you'll be feasting with family and friends or spending a quiet Nov. 28, we've got a roundup of Thanksgiving-themed things to do and get in preparation for the big day. From groceries to beer and wine shops to bakeries, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Charlotte's top go-to spots for the holiday, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list.
Responsible for dessert, but haven't got the time or energy? Head to one of Charlotte's top bakeries, all of which are cranking out autumnal-inspired baked goods and sweet treats perfect for Thanksgiving.
1. Burney's Sweets & More
Topping the list is Burney's Sweets & More. Located at 1200 N. Davidson St. in NoDa, the bakery is the highest-rated bakery in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 44 reviews on Yelp.
2. Hong Kong Bakery
Next up is the Hong Kong Bakery, situated at 7323 E. Independence Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 23 reviews on Yelp, the bakery has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Golden Bakery
The Golden Bakery, located at 3145-B N. Sharon Amity Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bakery 4.5 stars out of 21 reviews.
As friends and family prepare to gather, head to one of Charlotte's best grocery stores to stock up on supplies before it's too late.
1. Trader Joe's
Topping the list is Trader Joe's. Located at 6418 Rea Road, the grocery store is the highest-rated grocery store in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 104 reviews on Yelp.
2. Super G Mart
Next up is the Super G Mart, situated at 7323 E. Independence Blvd. With four stars out of 187 reviews on Yelp, the grocery store has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market, located at 6610 Fairview Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the grocery store four stars out of 178 reviews.
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. To help you get the goods, here's a roundup of Charlotte's top beer and wine shops.
1. Brawley's Beverage
Topping the list is Brawley's Beverage. Located at 4620 Park Road, the spot to score beer, wine and spirits and more is the highest-rated beer, wine and spirits spot in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 79 reviews on Yelp.
2. Good Bottle
Next up is Good Bottle, situated at 125 Remount Drive. With 4.5 stars out of 70 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score beer, wine and spirits has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Assorted Table Wine Shoppe
The Assorted Table Wine Shoppe, located at 224 E. Seventh St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score beer, wine and spirits and more 4.5 stars out of 35 reviews.
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