Order your Thanksgiving Meal To Go

Not everyone wants to or can spend hours in the kitchen cooking a Thanksgiving meal. If that describes you, consider ordering a fully cooked Thanksgiving meal to go from a grocery store or restaurant. 

You’ll avoid crowded restaurants, and you can spend more time with your family, without having to worry about your cooking skills (or lack of cooking skills).

Even if you don’t want to order the full meal, most of these options offer parts of a Thanksgiving meal to-go, including the main dish, sides, or dessert. 

This list of restaurants and stores offering fully cooked Thanksgiving Meals to go may be your best Thanksgiving resource if you want a full turkey day table without the hassle!

Make sure you check ordering and pickup dates! Some require orders way in advance, while others can accommodate more last minute orders. Pickup dates usually start a few days before Thanksgiving (for heat and eat meals) or on the morning of Thanksgiving. 

If you’d rather dine out for Thanksgiving, here’s a list of restaurants in Columbus open on Thanksgiving.

Don’t delay in making reservations. Many of these restaurants will also offer takeout or delivery, so they offer another easy way to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner without the kitchen hassle.

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)

Note: The prices or offerings for the to-go meals might vary by location.

 

Fully a Cooked Thanksgiving Meal To Go or for heat and eat

Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser

Need just a turkey or some pies? The Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving fundraiser is an amazing cause that can put food on your table, as well as families in need (all while fighting cancer!).

Fry Out Cancer has been raising money for cancer research, fighting hunger, and increasing volunteerism in Central Ohio by frying turkeys on Thanksgiving Day since 2014. What started as a one-man grassroots fundraiser has turned into a multi-day event that feeds thousands of people on Thanksgiving Day while raising tens of thousands of dollars for cancer research at The James Cancer Hospital.

Choose between reserving a deep-fried turkey or pies for yourself, or donating a roasted turkey for a family or organization in need. Volunteer opportunities available; read full details.

See more details on the website or Facebook page. 

Eddie Merlot’s

1570 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240
TO GO: Eddie Merlot’s is also offering a catering option for those who would prefer to enjoy Eddie Merlot’s Thanksgiving dinner from the comfort of their homes. Order your Thanksgiving Feast for 5 or 10 people at eddiemerlots.com. 
DINE IN: Roasted Turkey Dinner, available for $49 per guest, featuring a hand-carved roasted turkey, paired with traditional sage stuffing, brown gravy and zesty cranberry relish. Guests can also choose two options from a variety of side dishes, a starter, and a dessert. Eddie Merlot’s also has an option for kids that includes a $24 Thanksgiving menu. 
The dinner menu is also available. Reservations required.

City BBQ Holiday Meals

Holiday meals, featuring turkey and all the fixings, are available to order online.

Don’t miss our Holiday Sampling Event on November 2 from 11 am–1 pm at every City BBQ location! Come by to sample our new holiday offerings, including turkey and more, and get a taste of what could be on your Thanksgiving table. Order your holiday meal today!

Black Friday and Gift Card Deals: From Black Friday through Cyber Monday, enjoy 25% off our famous Meat Sweats with a special promo code BBQLOVER (online only). Then, Cyber Monday through December 4, get TWO $5 bonus cards for every $25 gift card purchase (virtual orders only) while our gift card sale runs from November 11–December 31. Details. 

Texas de Brazil

Pre-order your Thanksgiving Feast. Available for pick-up or delivery on November 27th from open to 8:30pm. Details. 
MENU: Roasted turkey, Italian sausage stuffing & more. Ready to reheat and serve for a stress-free holiday meal! Starting at $165 with options to feed up to 10 guests!

4040 Easton Station, Suite E 105, Columbus, Ohio 43219. 614.472.4072

The Berwick

3250 Refugee Rd., 614-235-7100 – reservations recommended
COST: varies per option, full Thanksgiving meal for 4-10 available, $160-$300. 
TO GO: Lots of Thanksgiving options available for pickup or delivery with The Berwick. Full meal available, plus la carte options, including entrees, sides, and desserts Choose to pickup cold during Thanksgiving week (for heat and eat), or pick up hot for immediate consumption.

Pickup available November 26-28, including Thanksgiving. Options range from full turkey dinners for 2-25 people, to ala carte sides, main dishes, lasagna, baked goods, and more in a variety of sizes. Orders due by November 19.

Mitchell’s Ocean Club

Easton Town Center, 4002 Easton Station, Columbus, OH 43219
Thanksgiving sides package – “Everything but the Turkey.” This package is $145 and serves 4-6 people, including chef-prepared side dishes and step-by-step instructions to reheat at home. Orders can be placed by calling the restaurant by Friday, November 22 to be picked up on Wednesday, November 27. Details here. 

101 Beer Kitchen Thanksgiving Meal

Complete fully-cooked Thanksgiving meal to serve 6. Heating instructions provided. $235

A la carte options available as well. Details on 101 Beer Kitchen website.

Order Deadline: Saturday 11/23 at midnight
Orders must be picked up Wednesday 11/27 between 11am-4pm
Pre-order your meal package by Sunday 11/10 and receive a $20 promotional card to use between 11/29/24-12/31/24

Bob Evans Meals to-go

Holiday Hot Family Meal: Slow-roasted turkey, hickory-smoked ham, house-made bread & celery dressing, cranberry relish, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans & ham, buttered corn, 12 freshly baked dinner rolls and a whole pumpkin pie. Serves 6. $99.99

Premium Farmhouse Feast
Ham, turkey, sides, and pie. Serves 8-10. $159.99

Farmhouse Feast® with Turkey
Slow-Roasted Turkey, sides, and pie. Serves 4-8 
Starting at $94.99,

Farmhouse Feast® with Ham
Hickory-Smoked Ham, sides, and pie
Starting at $84.99, Serves 4-8 

Packed cold and ready to heat and serve. In addition, Bob Evans will be open for dining on Thanksgiving Day. More info at Bob Evans website.

Brio Italian Grille

Thanksgiving Feast: Sliced turkey with gravy, pancetta stuffing, broccolini, garlic mashed potatoes, orange cranberry sauce, and pumpkin spiced bread pudding. To Go Feasts are prepared COLD to heat & enjoy (or) HOT & ready to serve.

Thanksgiving to Go for 4-5, and Thanksgiving Catering Party Pans for 8-10 are also available. See details here.
Pick up for feast is available November 25-28, catering starts on November 11; hot or cold. Pickup available on Thanksgiving.
They are also open for dine-in on Thanksgiving Day!

Buca di Beppo

MEAL: Sliced White Meat Turkey, Homestyle Gravy, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Spicy Italian Sausage Stuffing, Green Beans, Cranberry Sauce and Pumpkin Pie. Traditional Italian dishes are available as well.
Pick up available November hot or cold. Pickup available on Thanksgiving until 3 pm. Order in advance.
COST: TBA for 2024
TO GO: Thanksgiving to Go for 3-6, and Thanksgiving Catering Party Pans for 10-20 are also available. See details here.
Also open for dine-in on Thanksgiving

Craftsman Kitchen at Cherry Valley Hotel & Event Center

2299 Cherry Valley Rd SE, Newark, OH 43055 (740) 788-1370
MEAL: Festive to-go menu features all the traditional Thanksgiving dinner fixings. This meal includes a starter, salad, bread, turkey, 5 sides, and dessert with heading instructions from our Executive Chef. Just unpack, heat, and enjoy!
COST: Thanksgiving To-Go Meals Priced $70 per 2 servings. See to-go menu. Pickup on Nov 27.
EXTRA: Also open on Thanksgiving with a special buffet meal. 
SPECIAL ROOM RATE: Have family coming to town? Get a special room rate of $79*/night (with a two night minimum) from November 23, 2024 – December 1, 2024. USE CODE: TURKEY. *Does not include tax. This is a GREAT deal for an amazing hotel. 

Cherry Valley Hotel Holidays, Igloos, Santa, and more

Columbus Fish Market

1245 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43212
TO-GO: Full holiday dinner to-go for 4 for $115. Final order deadline for to-go orders is 11/24. Order pick up is Thanksgiving Day 9am–11am. Final order deadline for to-go orders is 11/24. Order pick up is Thanksgiving Day 9am–11am. Details on website.

DINE IN: 3 Course Traditional Thanksgiving Meal ($59 for adults), 2 course turkey dinner for ages 12 and under ($21); Holiday A La Carte Menu will also be available.

The Premier Thanksgiving Feast in a Box by Cameron Mitchell

For $425, guests can get a full meal ready to heat for ten people including Brined & Roasted Heirloom Turkey, Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes, Cranberry Relish, Pumpkin Silk Trifle and more.

Orders can be made until 5 p.m. on November 20, and pick-up will be on November 27, 2024 at the CMPE offices.

• 12 lb. Brined & Roasted Whole Turkey* GF | NF herb, garlic and shallot compound butter
• Natural Turkey Pan Gravy GF | NF
• Fennel, Leek & Sage Stuffing NF
• Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes V | GF | NF
• Cranberry Relish Vegan | GF | NF
• Classic Green Bean Casserole V | NF
• Sourdough Bread   Vegan | NF
• Whipped Butter  V | GF | NF
• Pumpkin Silk Trifle V | NF gingersnap crumb, whipped cream, maple candied pepitas

Thanksgiving a la carte menu is also available, including appetizers, dips, soups, sides, desserts, and wine.

Order ASAP. Details here. 

Pies and Cakes through Cameron Mitchell concepts

Cap City Fine Diner & Bar, The Barn at Rocky Fork Creek, The Pearl and Mitchell’s Ocean Club are offering individual pies and cakes for sale for the holiday. Orders must be placed for Thanksgiving by Monday, November 25 for pick-up by Wednesday, November 27, and guests can order by calling the restaurant directly. Details and orders here. 

Coopers Hawk Winery

4230 The Strand, Columbus, OH  43219 614.428.6999
TO GO: Thanksgiving Dinner​ Heat and Serve Meal – Serves 6 for $199.99

• Butternut Squash Soup with roasted pumpkin seeds
• A homemade Cranberry Sauce for that perfect blend of tartness
• Three of our Signature Pretzel Breads with butter
• Seasonal Roasted Carrots and Green Beans
• Mary’s Potatoes, our mashed potatoes and gravy
• Generous portions of White and Dark Meat Turkey
• Flavorful Stuffing to complement the turkey
• Eli’s Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake with six slices

Call your local restaurant, or order online by November 22. Pick up your heat and serve Thanksgiving dinner on November 27-28
DINE IN: 11 am – 9 pm. Traditional Thanksgiving Meal

Cracker Barrel Holiday Meal

Heat ‘n’ Serve Holiday Family Meal
$104.99-$164.99
Serves up to 10

Cracker Barrel offers a heat ‘n’ serve meals for 4-6 and for 8-10. You’ll also find turkey breast, variety of sides dishes, hot ‘n’ ready meals, plus pies and rolls.

Available for pickup November 23 to December 1 while supplies last. Serve within 72 hours after pickup. If you schedule your pickup November 25 or 26, you’ll receive a free $10 Bonus Card. 24 hour notice required for orders. More info about Cracker Barrel Holiday Meals.

Options below are still being updated for 2024 

Der Dutchman Thanksgiving Meals

445 S. Jefferson Route 42 Plain City, OH 43064, (614) 873-3414, orders-DDPC@derdutchman.com

Fully cooked & cold-packed meals — Reheating instructions included. Order online by November 23. Pickup Tues-Wed. November 26-27. All orders must be pre-paid. 

Serves 5 – $99.99
2½ lbs. roast turkey or sliced ham, 1 qt. mashed potatoes, 1 qt. dressing (stuffing), 1 qt. gravy, 1 qt. green beans or corn, 1 doz. dinner rolls (white or wheat), 1 freshly baked pie

Serves 10 – $179.99
5 lbs. roast turkey or sliced ham, 2 qts. mashed potatoes, 2 qts. dressing (stuffing), 1 qt. gravy, 2 qts. green beans or corn, 1½ doz. dinner rolls (white or wheat), 2 freshly baked pies

An option to serve 20 is also available for $329.99. Also offering entrees, side dishes, rolls, desserts, and pies.

Milo’s Catering

Get a complete heat-and-eat meal with all of the fixings.

Serves 5-7 for $225 (see menu)

A la carte options include sides, extras, desserts, breakfast, and cocktails. Orders due by 11/22. 

Call 614-224-0272, or email info@cateringbymilos.com
Pickup or delivery available for Wednesday, November 27. More info

Mimi’s Cafe Take-Home Feast

1428 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, OH 43240 (614) 433-0441
Serves 8-10, $179.99

Also offering just the sides meal, a la carte sides, and desserts

You can order the meal online or by calling your nearest location for pick-up from Nov. 20 to 27, 2024. The meal comes cold and a two-hour reheating time is required.

Popeyes

Popeyes is one of the most one of the most popular Thanksgiving to-go meals. The chain’s Cajun-Style Turkey has become a holiday dinner staple in many homes.

Cajun turkeys often sell out quickly after they go on sale in mid-October, but may still be available by contacting your nearest location. The Cajun-Style Turkey is $99. Price may vary by location. 

Order online or visit your nearest Popeyes to order in-store.

For locations nationwide, click here. 

The Cajun-Style Turkey does not come with any sides. However, you can pick up some of Popeyes’ popular sides, when you pick-up your turkey.

Stores with Thanksgiving meals to-go

Home Chef at Kroger

Home Chef Holiday Meals are available at select Kroger Family stores nationwide to order ahead, pick up, and heat. Choose from in-store holiday bundles that serve four to eight people – main courses, sides and desserts included.

Family Feast Bundle

Serves 8-10 people for $170 total. The Feast includes two main proteins, bone-in or boneless turkey and ham (yes, both!) and a cornucopia’s-worth of Home Chef’s heat-and-eat sides, ready in minutes with almost no prep, including:

Homestyle Stuffing (2 pk)
Turkey Gravy (2 pk)
Maple Pecan Mashed Sweet Potatoes (2 pk)
Cranberry Sauce  (2 pk)
Green Bean Casserole  (2 pk)
Mashed Potatoes (4 pk)

Home Chef also offers a Turkey Breast dinner (serves 4-6), sides a la carte and side-only bundles. 

Orders for Home Chef’s Heat and Eat holiday menu can be placed online here, over the phone, or in person at select Kroger Family stores across the country, starting with Thanksgiving orders on November 2. 

Target

Ingredients for Thanksgiving Meal for 4 people for $20. 

The meal includes the following:

• Good & Gather Premium Basted Young Turkey (Frozen, up to 10 lb.)
• Good & Gather Russet Potatoes (5 lb.)
• Del Monte Cut Green Beans (14.5 oz.)
• Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup (10.5 oz.)
• Ocean Spray Jellied Cranberry Sauce (14 oz.)
• Stove Top Turkey Stuffing Mix (6 oz.)
• Heinz Home Style Roasted Turkey Gravy (12 oz.)

The Thanksgiving meal package is available in-store and online.

Affordable Thanksgiving Meal from Target is Back: $20 to Feed Four This Year

Giant Eagle and Market District Thanksgiving Dinners

Giant Eagle and Market District’s Thanksgiving Dinners offer family-sized bundles to serve 8, 10, or 12. Meals feature a main entrée, plus Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Gravy, and Dinner Rolls. Sides available with larger dinners. Turkey only options are also available. Simply warm your meal in the oven or microwave and serve.

Prices are between $69.99 – $179.99

Place order by November 20
Pick up your order November 24-28 at your local store. More info on Giant Eagle website.

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Spend $300+ to earn a FREE small turkey (8-15.99 lb.), or spend $400+ to earn a FREE large turkey (16+ lb.).

Redeem Nov. 10–30
When you reach your spend & earn goal, we’ll load your FREE turkey offer to your Loyalty Card. Details.

Weilands Thanksgiving Dinner

Offering cooked and ready to eat Thanksgiving meals, prepared foods, turkeys, pies, and other holiday options.

Heat-and-eat Thanksgiving dinners. Minimum of 4 dinners; increments of 4 dinners only (4, 8, 12, etc.); no substitutions.  The last day to pre-order pies and prepared foods (dinners, cooked meats, sides, etc.) is November 18 at 7 p.m. After this, it’s first-come, first-served, based on availability.

The Hot Case will have a rotating selection of Thanksgiving foods from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Nov. 26-27.

To place an order, please stop in or call 614-267-9878. See more details.

Whole Foods Market

Classic Roast Whole Turkey Dinner

Lots of other options include larger meals, organic options, paleo-friendly, apple-brined turkey meals, prime rib, ham dinner, and a vegan meal. Appetizers, platters, salads, and more are available to order.

All holiday orders must be placed 48 hours ahead of pickup date and time. More info. 

The Hills Market

7860 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235
614.846.3220
HOURS:  8 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Thanksgiving hours tba for 2023)
MENU: Fresh turkeys that are all natural, free-range, organic, and pasture-raised. Must be pre-ordered and usually sell out. The Hills Market also has a great selection of gourmet food, beer, wine, and regular grocery store items.  

Dining out on Thanksgiving

Rather dine-out on Thanksgiving? See a big list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus. 

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)

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