Don’t want to cook? You don’t have to! These restaurants are making Thanksgiving less stressful by offering brunches, dinners, or buffets so you don’t have to spend the day toiling away in the kitchen.

Detroit Zen Center 3030 Casmere Ave., Hamtramck; 313-366-7738; detroitzencenter.org For Thanksgiving, Detroit Zen Center is featuring an organic, vegan, and farm-to-table buffet and fundraiser. The event is reservation only, and all tickets cost $35. Photo via Living Zen Organics by the Detroit Zen Center / Facebook
The Whitney 4421 Woodward Ave.; 313-832-5700; thewhitney.com The Whitney is serving its annual Thanksgiving meal in its beautifully built interior. A three-course meal, consisting of a traditional whole turkey and a selection of sides and appetizers, including “leftovers” to take home in a box! Prices vary for adults, but kids ten and under eat for $29. Photo via The Whitney / Facebook
The Henry, Autograph Collection 300 Town Center Dr., Dearborn; 313-441-2000; behenry.com The Autograph Collection is located in the beautiful and historic dining area of The Marriott in Dearborn. A full course Thanksgiving meal with choices of sides and dessert will be served. The meal costs $58.80 per person, or $32 for children ages 4 to 12.  Photo via The Henry – Autograph Collection / Facebook
Texas de Brazil 1000 Woodward Ave. Ste. 1B07A; 313-964-4333; texasdebrazil.com Pilgrim meets Texan meets Brazillian at Texas de Brazil. Opening at 11 a.m., this eatery will feature its regular dinner menu alongside classic Thanksgiving favorites. All meals are available for takeout, if you prefer Thanksgiving at home. Photo via Texas de Brazil Detroit / Facebook
Simple Palate 23780 Van Dyke Ave., Warren, 586-754-8383; simple-palate.com Simple Palate’s Thanksgiving includes a full lunch and dinner buffet available for patrons. There are three seatings at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 4 p.m. Guests will have two hours to enjoy themselves. Photo via Simple Palate Restaurant / Facebook
Shinola Hotel 1400 Woodward Ave.; 313-356-1400; shinolahotel.com/food-drink San Morello at Shinola Hotel will serve a three-course prix-fixe or à la carte dinner on Thanksgiving. The dinner will cost $85 per guest and will be served 12 to 9 p.m. San Morello will also serve breakfast à la carte from 7 to 11 a.m. Photo via San Morello / Facebook
Rochester Chop House 306 S. Main St., Rochester; 248-651-2266; kruseandmuerrestaurants.com Known for their delicious steak and fine dining atmosphere, you can now enjoy a full turkey feast at Rochester Chop House on Thanksgiving. A selection of popular dishes from their regular menu will also be available. Photo via Google Maps
Park 600 600 E. University Dr., Rochester, 248-453-8732; royalparkhotel.net/park-600.htmUsing locally sourced ingredients for their Thanksgiving spread, Park 600 offers an assortment of traditional and non-traditional menu items alike. Photo via Google Maps
The Moose Preserve 43034 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills; 248-858-7688; moosepreserve.com The Moose Preserve’s Thanksgiving starts at 11 a.m. and runs until 7:30 p.m. You can reserve a table for any size party, and there will be bar seating for any walk-ins. Photo via The Moose Preserve Bar & Grill / Facebook
Meriwether’s 25485 Telegraph Rd, Southfield; 248-358-1310; muer.com/meriwethers Meriweather’s will offer classic Thanksgiving treats, including turkey, mashed potatoes, and pie. Their regular menu items will also be available for purchase. The meal will cost $26 per person and $15 for children. Photo via Meriwether’s / Facebook
Maggiano’s Little Italy 2089 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy; 248-205-1060; maggianos.com Maggiano’s features carry-out, catering, and dine-in options for Thanksgiving. Enjoy an Italian-style Thanksgiving for $39.99 per person, or $17.99 for kids ages 5 to 12. Photo via Maggiano’s Troy / Facebook
Iridescence  2901 Grand River Ave.; 313-237-6732; motorcitycasino.com/Iridescence.aspx Iridescence offers a full Thanksgiving meal with various options and all of the classic dishes. Served within Iridescence’s colorful and pleasant interior, this Thanksgiving treat will cost $70 per person. Photo via Iridescence / Facebook
Gandy Dancer 401 Depot St., Ann Arbor; 734-769-0592; muer.com/gandy-dancer At Gandy Dancer, you can get a full Thanksgiving dinner plus traditional trimmings for $25.99 per person. Reservations are being taken for 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Photo via Gandy Dancer / Facebook
Fleming’s Steakhouse 17400 Haggerty Rd., Livonia; 734-542-9463; 323 N. Old Woodward Rd.; 248-723-0134; flemingssteakhouse.com Fleming’s has a choice of a plump turkey or petite filet mignon for their Thanksgiving main course. Options also include sides such as mashed potatoes and stuffing, as well as seasonal desserts like pumpkin cheesecake. Fleming’s regular menu will also be available, as well as a kid-friendly version of the three-course Thanksgiving menu. The meal costs $52 for adults or $22 for children. Photo via Google Maps
Fishbone’s Rhythm Kitchen Cafe 400 Monroe St.; 313-965-4600; 23722 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores; 586-498-3000; fishbonesusa.com  Don’t let the name fool you. Fishbones will serve a traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinner and brunch buffet from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $27.95, $12.99 ages 6-9. Photo via Google Maps
Ernie’s 16655 19 Mile Rd., Clinton Twp.; 586-286-8435; erniesmi.com At Ernie’s, you can take home a complete Thanksgiving dinner to go, or dine-in for excellent service. With over 65 menu items and Thanksgiving choices, there’s something for everyone. Photo via Ernie’s Grill / Facebook
D’Amato’s 222 Sherman Dr., Royal Oak; 248-584-7400; damatos.com D’Amato’s in Royal Oak is offering a full Thanksgiving meal for dine-in or carryout orders. Reservations are available from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The meal will cost  $29 per person, $25 for carryout, or $13 for kids. Photos via Google Maps
Carrabba’s Italian Grill 14805 Dix-Toledo Rd., Southgate; (734) 284-5339; carrabbas.com The take-and-bake option at Carrabba’s makes Thanksgiving a breeze. You can choose from items such as pumpkin mascarpone ravioli, mashed sweet potatoes, creamed spinach, and pumpkin bread pudding.  Photo via Carrabba’s Italian Grill / Facebook
Carlyle Grill 3660 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor, 734-213-9800; carlylegrill.com Carlyle Grill’s Thanksgiving includes a hand carved turkey or a choice of steak, salmon, or vegan butternut squash. They’ll also offer an array of classic Thanksgiving side dishes.  Photo via Carlyle Grill / Facebook
Capital Grille 2800 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy; 248-649-5300; thecapitalgrille.com Capital Grille in Troy will feature a full Thanksgiving spread, as well as options from their regular menu. The meal will cost $43 for adults and $15 for children. Photo via The Capital Grille / Facebook
Camp Ticonderoga 5725 Rochester Rd., Troy; 248-828-2825; campticonderoga.com This lodge-style restaurant in Troy offers a classic Thanksgiving meal. With a cozy interior and a focus on fresh ingredients, Camp Ti is the perfect spot for a Thanksgiving out on the town.  Photo via Camp Ticonderoga / Facebook
Buca di Beppo 38888 Six Mile Rd., Livonia; -734-462-6442; 12575 Hall Rd., Utica; 586-803-9463; bucadibeppo.com To enjoy Buca di Beppo’s Thanksgiving menu in their restaurant, you can reserve a table for your party. You can also order a Thanksgiving meal for takeout if you prefer eating at home.  Photo via Buca di Beppo / Facebook
Aspen Restaurant and Bar 20333 Hall Rd., Macomb; 586-226-8838; aspenonhall.com On Thanksgiving, Aspen will be serving a classic Thanksgiving menu. There will also be non-traditional options, such as the chef’s specialty meatballs. The dinner costs $26.99 per person, and $12.99 for children ages 6 to 10. Photo via Aspen Restaurant – Bar and Banquets / Facebook
The Apparatus Room 250 W. Larned St.; 313-800-5600; detroitfoundationhotel.com The Apparatus Room is serving a traditional turkey dinner with some fine-dining twists. A Thanksgiving meal will include oysters, choice of salad, turkey with stuffing, scallops, Brussels sprouts, pommes puree, dessert, and more. Dinner costs $78 per person, or $25 for children ages 5 to 13. Photo via The Apparatus Room / Facebook Photo via Google Maps
Amore da Roma 3401 Riopelle St.; 313-831-5940; amoredaroma.com Thanksgiving calls for comfort food, and Italian cuisine fits the bill. Amore da Roma features a traditional Thanksgiving meal, and their regular dinner menu items are also available. Photo via Amore de Roma / Facebook
5ive Steakhouse 44045 Five Mile Rd., Plymouth; 734-357-5700; theinnatstjohns.com/5ive-steakhouse.htm From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., guests can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal alongside select menu items such as steak. Photo via 5ive Steakhouse / Facebook

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