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Let's be honest. Not everyone likes to cook on Thanksgiving. There are also some who haven't mastered making a turkey or who just don't want to entertain a houseful of starving guests. For these reasons and more, a select group of restaurants will open for a limited time on Thanksgiving to provide you and your would-be guests with a place to have some turkey and cranberries ... and sometimes more.

In addition to being open from noon to 6 p.m., Knapp's Restaurant, located at 2707 N. Proctor St. in Tacoma, will also offer take-out on Thanksgiving Day. The prix-fixe menu includes rotisserie-cooked turkey or honey-baked ham, as well as traditional sides and pumpkin pie. Prices are $17.95 for adults and $9.95 for children age 12 and younger. Reservations are suggested, but walk-ins are welcome. Call 253.759.9009.

The Lobster Shops at Dash Point (6912 Soundview Drive N.E.) and Commencement Bay (4015 Ruston Way) will be open from noon until 6 p.m. In addition to its regular entrees selection, there will be a turkey dinner special priced at $23.95 for adults and $9.95 for kids age 6 to 12, plus tax and gratuity. Salads, side dishes and desserts are not included. Reservations are required; call 253.927.1513 for Dash Point or 253.759.2165 for Commencement Bay.

The Ram Restaurant and Brewery in Tacoma (3001 Ruston Way, 253.756.7886) and Lakewood (10019 59th Ave. SW., 253.584.3191) will both be open from noon until 8 p.m. Diners can choose from the regular menu offerings as well as a turkey dinner and trimmings plate, offered at $15.99 for adults and $6.99 children age 12 and younger, plus tax. Reservations are not required.

For those with base access, The McChord Field Club will serve a Thanksgiving spread from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost is $18.95 for adults, $17.95 for seniors, $9.95 for children age 6 to 10 and $4.50 for children 5 and younger. Add $2 to each price if not a club member. Reservations are required up to 24 hours ahead of time.  Call 253.982.5581.

The Oyster House, located at 320 4th Avenue West in Olympia, is offering a traditional Thanksgiving buffet from noon to 6 p.m. Prices start at $25.99 for adults, $21.99 for seniors, $14.99 for children age 6 to 12 and $8.99 for children age 5 and younger. Reservations are available (for groups of all sizes) on the hour; call 360.753.7000.

The Falls Terrace restaurant in Tumwater, located at 106 Deschutes Way, will also be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. There will be seven choices for dinner, including a turkey dinner for $18 and prime rib for $25. Reservations are recommended. Call 360.943.7830.

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LINK: Turkey Day out, part one