Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving 2026 on Amelia Island and in Fernandina Beach

Amelia Island's Thanksgiving 2026 dining centers on its two big resorts. The Ritz-Carlton's Thanksgiving Grand Feast runs 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Salt serves a four-course prix fixe, and the Omni offers brunch at FloraBelle, a family-style dinner at Nonna Mia, and turkey or prime rib at Surfcaster. Sandbar hosts its annual beach buffet.

On Amelia Island, Thanksgiving dinner is mostly a resort event. You don't need a room, just a reservation.

Updated November 2026. "Confirmed for 2026" means the restaurant or a local tourism office has announced this year's plans. Where 2026 hours haven't been posted yet, we list last year's hours as a guide. Call before you go.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

• Salt, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy. Confirmed for 2026 with a four-course prix fixe menu by Chef Okan, wine pairing available. Prix fixe only, dress code applies, reservations through OpenTable.
• Thanksgiving Grand Feast, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Talbot Ballroom. Confirmed for 2026, 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. $140 for ages 10 and up, plus a 25% service charge and tax. Tickets reserved through the resort.

Coast, which used to host a Thanksgiving buffet, is closed for renovation through December 18, 2026.

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

• Falcon's Nest, 36 Amelia Village Circle. Confirmed for 2026, 5 to 10 p.m. A smoked turkey sandwich plate for $22.
• Surfcaster, 53 Beach Lagoon Road. Confirmed for 2026, 5 to 10 p.m. Turkey with bacon-oyster stuffing at $49, or prime rib with fried Fernandina shrimp at $59. Reservations recommended.
• Natural Slice & Mellow Yellow, 75 Amelia Village Circle. Confirmed for 2026, 5 to 9 p.m. A pizza and four small frozen yogurts for $39, dine-in or takeout.
• Nonna Mia, at the Omni. Confirmed for 2026, noon to 8 p.m. A family-style Thanksgiving at $85 for adults and $39 for kids, plus tax and a 21% service charge.
• FloraBelle, 39 Beach Lagoon Road. Confirmed for 2026, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Brunch at $99 for adults and $49 for kids. Non-guests should reserve.

Sandbar and Downtown Fernandina

• David's Restaurant & Lounge, (904) 310-6049. Listed for 2026 as to-go only: hot Thanksgiving dinners picked up on Thanksgiving Day from 3 to 4 p.m. Order by Friday, November 20.
• Sandbar Amelia Island, on the beach. Confirmed for 2026 with its annual Thanksgiving on the Beach buffet, reserved through Eventbrite.

Forgot the cranberry sauce? Harris Teeter at 4800 First Coast Hwy. is open on Thanksgiving from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Publix is closed.

The Ritz feast runs past sunset. Walk the beach first and save the pie for after dark.

Staying closer to Jacksonville? See our full guide to what's open on Thanksgiving Day in Jacksonville, sorted by area.