With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, the stress of cooking this holiday season is starting to materialize. If you find your schedule tight this year or you’re not up for crafting an entire spread, Pooler’s got you covered with local spots to grab a holiday meal! We’ve also got the inside scoop on restaurants open on Black Friday, perfect for fueling a day of shopping locally.
Where to Grab a Bite on Thanksgiving
Ditch the traditional turkey and sides this year, and try something new by checking out Chazito’s Latin Cuisine. They’ll be open all day on Thanksgiving from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., perfect for enjoying a meal with the whole family! This Latina and Puerto Rican-inspired restaurant serves up delectable bites from Cuban sandwiches to Sloppy Jose, which fe
ature roasted, juicy Barbacoa on French bread topped with provolone cheese, caramelized onions and a unique guava BBQ sauce. Afterwards, discover a world of fun at Premier Bowl and Bistro, which will be open from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. From bowling and arcade games to pool and darts, this place has everything for you and your family to enjoy an evening of friendly competition and excitement. Fancy yourself more of an arcade guru? Dave and Buster’s will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving! They have the latest arcade games along with a full menu of great eats from boneless wings to cheeseburgers and more.
Refuel on Black Friday
Before heading out to score exceptional deals on Black Friday, stop by one of Pooler’s local eateries for the perfect meal to fuel your day of shopping! Western Sizzlin Buffet will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., with their classic menu of Southern favorites like fried chicken and ribs. Feeling like a margarita and some delicious street tacos instead? Tacos + Tequila will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., perfect for grabbing some tableside guacamole, authentic street tacos and a large margarita! Another bold mexican spot known as Taco Stache will also be serving up their unique street-style tacos like The Cowboy on Black Friday. Their hours are 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with Happy Hour specials from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Stop by for a draft beer, margarita or an order of buffalo chicken queso dip! 
If Italian cuisine is calling your name, The Sauce will be open for Happy Hour from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Serving up handcrafted plates like their spaghetti bolognese, this establishment is a great place to enjoy an authentic Italian meal. For those who need a quick option, Chick-fil-A will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., perfect for grabbing a quick bite from the drive-thru. Don’t forget about dessert and head over to Nothing Bundt Cakes for one of their delectable bundt cakes afterwards! Their hours are 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Black Friday.
‘Tis the Season for Shopping and Deals
With lunch out of the way, it’s time to hit up Poolers boutiques, retail outlets and local shops to get your holiday shopping done early this year! If you prefer getting your shopping done alone, head over to D.A.M. Fine Cigars first for “Husband Day Care.” They’ll be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., perfect for dropping your husband off to enjoy a cigar while you get to shop in peace without the peanut gallery weighing in on every purchase! A great place to begin is at The Tanger Outlets, which will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Many of the brands you know and love will be offering Black Friday deals, so check out their website to scope out which stores to hit up first for major savings.
If you’re looking for some self-care products, either for yourself or for the special someone on your holiday list, stop by Nourish Natural Bath Products! They’ll be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with their full selection of organic products from face care and soy candles to home sprays and more. For your curated gift needs, Hello, Retail Therapy will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., offering an assortment of Christmas ornaments, hostess board sets, and other essentials. Another great spot to browse some lovely home decor jewelry is Pine House! They’ll be open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with 30% off all of their Fall items!
With your holiday shopping out of the way, take the whole family to Premier Bowl and Bistro for some much-needed entertainment! Their Black Friday hours are from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., with food and drinks at their Bar & Bistro. Another great option is Dave & Buster’s, which will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Take the stress away from cooking this holiday season and stop by one of Pooler’s delicious restaurants for your Thanksgiving and Black Friday needs! Afterwards, shop locally and discover the perfect gifts for your holiday wishlist.
