Let’s face it, preparing a holiday meal is a lot of work. Some years, it just makes sense to skip straight to the part where you’re enjoying a yummy dinner, a glass of wine, and a relaxing day.

Here is a list of places where you can order Thanksgiving dinner to go. We’re updating the options from last year, as well as adding more options at more price points.

Unfortunately, we’re seeing substantially higher prices this year. For example, one meal bundle that was $170 last year is $200 this year. You get the idea.

In case you didn’t already know:
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 25th in 2021!

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We’re adding new items to the top of the list — so check back for more options!

Souper Jenny

New for 2021!
The deadline to order is Friday, Nov. 19th at 4 p.m.
Pick-up is Wednesday, November 24th between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. — at either the Buckhead, Westside, and Roswell locations. (No pickup in Brookhaven or Decatur.)
Delivery is available for an extra $35.

Everything is a la carte here, and there lots of vegan and gluten-free options.
The main entree is Herb & Maple Crusted Smoked Turkey Breast (cooked on a Big Egg Green Egg) for $51.50. It  serves 4 to 6.

After that, you can choose from Jenny’s famous soups, side dishes, and desserts.

Soups are $15.50 per quart, and would be great to have on hand for the holiday weekend.
• Roasted Pumpkin-Butternut Squash Soup (GF, vegan)
• Wild & Domestic Mushroom Soup with Sherry and Crispy Shallots (GF, vegan)
• Chicken & White Bean Chili
• Winter Vegetable Stew (GF, vegan)

Side dishes include a traditional sausage stuffing, a gluten-free mushroom stuffing, fresh turkey gravy, and a variety of vegetable dishes.
Dessert is either pumpkin pie or pecan pie from Alon’s Bakery — $25 per pie, serves 6.
View the menu and order form — it includes yummy pictures of all the dishes!

OK Cafe

New for 2021!
Order by Sunday, Nov. 21st.
Pickup is Monday thru Wednesday, Nov. 22nd thru 24th.
Note that the menu and price list on the website still says 2020, but we called to verify order deadline and pickup dates.

If you want to put together a classic Southern Thanksgiving feast from Ok Cafe, browse the menu online, then call to order and verify the 2021 prices. Note that the 25-lb turkey and vegetable pan sides are portioned for 12 to 15 people.

Local Three

New for 2021!
Named for the three founding chefs, this Buckhead eatery is known for seasonal cuisine at affordable prices.

Deadline to order is Wednesday, Nov. 17th at 9 p.m.
Pickup times are available every 30 minutes from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on both Tuesday, Nov. 23rd and Wednesday, Nov. 24th.

Choose from the a la carte menu to put together your own meal.
These are fully prepared heat-and-serve dishes that come with reheating instructions.
Entrees include roasted turkey (10-12 lbs) for $135 and honey-glazed ham for $189.
There is a very extensive selection of affordable side dishes — you’ll need to browse those yourself!
Wine is available by the bottle.

The other option is a huge Family Feast that serves 12 to 18 people — for $599.
That may sound like a lot, but it is truly a feast with more sides and desserts than any other full meal we’ve included here. And if you’re feeding 18 people, you’re getting a chef-prepared restaurant meal for under $35 per person.
Browse the entire menu and order online

Drawbar (at Bellyard Hotel in Midtown)

The deadline to order is Saturday, Nov. 20th.
Meals will be warm when picked up.
Pickup times: November 25th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
You’ll select your pickup time when you order your meal through Eventbrite.

Thanksgiving for 2 is $75.00
Thanksgiving for 4 – $150.00
Note that Eventbrite adds a fee, and there is sales tax added at checkout.

Each meal includes harvest salad, dinner roll, choice of entree, choice of sides, and choice of dessert.

Entree choices include:
• Citrus Roasted Turkey with orange cranberry sauce
• Citrus Roasted Chicken (3.5 lb each) with heirloom tomato pan jus
• Rosemary Prime Rib Loin with horseradish sauce (additional $30)

Sides:
• Whipped red bliss potatoes, gravy
• Garlic green beans and charred red peppers
• Maple baked sweet potatoes
• Buttered Broccoli and Toasted Almonds
• Baked 3 cheese mac and cheese

Desserts:
• Sweet Potato Pie
• Apple Pie
• Chocolate Brownies

Tucker Brewing

New for 2021!
Did you know this local brewery has a great chef on site?
Order main dishes, sides, and desserts to go. Portions serve 4-6 people. You can put together an entire meal from the Thanksgiving takeout menu, or just add a few yummy extras to your home-cooked turkey.

Main dishes include citrus-brined turkey breast and braised short ribs.
All pick ups will be on Wednesday, November 24th from noon to 8 p.m.
Visit the website

Mary Mac’s Tea Room

Updated for 2021
There are a variety of options available for pickup through Wednesday, Nov. 24th.
Order at least 24 hours in advance — longer if you have a preferred pickup time slot.
A Holiday Dinner for 4 people is $90.
The same dinner for 10 people is $205.
Both meals include:

• Carved Turkey Breast
• Green Beans
• Whipped Potatoes
• Cornbread Dressing & Gravy
• Cranberry Sauce
• Sweet Potato Souffle
• Yeast Rolls
• Sweet Potato Pie

You can also order ham or a whole turkey, plus side dishes, and desserts a la carte.
There are plenty of options to choose from!
Order here

Sprouts

Updated for 2021!

From Nov. 2nd through 23rd, you can pre-order turkeys, hams, rib roasts, complete prepared meals, and party trays.
Orders can be picked up until noon on Thanksgiving Day.

Note that pre-orders for the Christmas and Hanukkah season can be placed from December 7 through December 21.

These prepared meals are ready to heat and serve. 
They are priced from $35.99 to $79.99, including a main course and traditional trimmings and sides.

Main courses include:

•  Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast for 2 people
• Natural Whole Turkey for 6 to 8 people
• USDA Choice Boneless Rib Roast
• Spiral-sliced Ham

(The above main courses can be ordered separately, or in tandem with a complete meal)

The vegan option is a prepared 40 oz. Gardein Roast meal, which includes cornbread stuffing, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and a Take & Bake Sourdough Loaf.
View the holiday menu offerings and order here

Sweet Auburn Barbecue

Updated for 2021!
Orders can be placed now for pickup/delivery as early as November 1st.
The last pickup is Wednesday, Nov. 24th by 4 p.m.

A whole smoked turkey (feeds 12 – 14) is $145.
A sliced turkey meal bundle with all the fixin’s (serves 6 people) is $125. This option includes sliced smoked turkey and a choice of two sides, plus cornbread dressing, gravy, biscuits or cornbread, and cranberry sauce.
View the menu and price list here

Sweet Auburn Barbecue is located at:
656 N. Highland Ave. 
Atlanta, GA 30306.
Phone: (678) 515-3550
Get more details

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If you like the idea of a smoked turkey (or maybe smoked brisket!) and fixin’s from one of Atlanta’s iconic barbecue joints, here are a few more options. Click for details — and remember, most will have an order deadline between November 21st and 23rd.

• Fox Brothers Bar-B-Q — smoked turkeys, smoked hams, and side dishes to mix and match
• The Pig & The Pearl — whole smoked turkey, whole smoked brisket, meal packages, and plenty of sides
• Loyal Q & Brew — for folks in North Fulton — whole smoked turkey, French cut turkey breast, whole smoked brisket, and sides
• Moe’s Original Bar B Que — the midtown locations offers smoked turkey (whole or breast) plus sides
• Ziegler’s BBQ — the Acworth venue has an extensive holiday menu for catering or carryout

 

Alon’s Bakery & Market

Updated for 2021!
If you don’t want to go the BBQ route, you can’t beat Alon’s for elegant and delicious take-out options.

Alon’s is offering a whole smoked turkey for $88. The bird is 12-14 lbs. and serves 10-12 people. A turkey breast that serves 4 to 6 people is $45.

You can buy gourmet side dishes and Alon’s famous desserts a la carte — view the list of options here.

Don’t need a whole bird? You can opt for Alon’s Classic Turkey Feast with portions for either four people ($200) or eight people ($320). This meal includes a roasted turkey breast, plus a set of pre-determined gourmet sides.

There are two Alon’s locations:

• Across from Perimeter Mall in Dunwoody
• On N. Highland Ave. in Morningside

Place your order online for pickup.
Get more details.

The Fresh Market

Updated for 2021!
So many options here, with choices for every wallet!
Order by Monday, Nov. 22nd at 2 p.m. 

The Essential Holiday Meal package is just $70 and serves 3 to 5 people. This is truly a budget offering for small, informal gatherings. It includes reheatable, classic holiday dishes:  a fully cooked turkey breast, whipped potatoes, herb stuffing, green beans, gravy, and cranberry relish.

The Traditional Holiday Meal package is $90 and serves 8 to 10 people. It includes a fully cooked turkey, whipped potatoes, stuffing, 12 dinner rolls, green beans, gravy, and cranberry relish.

The Ultimate Holiday Meal package is $160 (same price as last year!) and serves 12 to 14 people. It’s a feast! This package includes a 10-12 lb cooked turkey, a 3-lb boneless honey ham, whipped potatoes, herb stuffing, gravy, green beans, 24 dinner rolls, and cranberry relish.

Thanksgiving Brunch for 4 people is $25. It includes quiche, bacon, muffins, fruit, and freshly squeezed juice.

**Note that prices may vary based on your pickup location.

You don’t have to buy a meal package, however. You don’t even have to have turkey!
Check out all the a la carte offerings and put together your own meal.
The a la carte options include turkey, ham, turducken, beef tenderloin, rib roast, pork roast, leg of lamb, rack of lamb, lobster, oysters, plenty of sides and casseroles, and — of course — a selection of fresh pies and cakes.

There are 8 locations of The Fresh Market in the metro area — including Suwanee, Peachtree City, and everything in between.  You order online and then choose a pickup location.  Thanksgiving Day pickup is available. Earliest pickup date is Nov. 22nd.
Get more details and find a Fresh Market location near you.

Stock photo: 123RF

Boston Market

Updated for 2021
Heat-and-Serve meal packages range from $90 to $190 and include different options, depending on how many people you need to feed. Each is a set meal with side items listed on the 2021 menu. You have to choose your location to get to the order form and see the prices for each meal bundle.
Order online by Nov. 22nd.

The Complete Turkey Meal for 12 includes:

• Whole roasted turkey
• Gravy
• Dinner rolls
• Cranberry walnut relish
• Vegetable stuffing
• Mashed potatoes
• 2 pies: apple and pumpkin
• Spinach artichoke dip and crackers

There are also meals for 4-6 people (ham, turkey, or prime rib).
And you can order just the turkey or ham, plus side dishes a la carte.
Whole pies are just $7 to $9 — as compared with $30 or more from a specialty bakery.

Note that prices may vary by location.
Boston Market has fewer locations these days. They have closed stores in Duluth, Lilburn, Roswell, and Sandy Springs.
Remaining locations include:

• Atlanta (2535 Briarcliff Road)
• Atlanta (2014 Powers Ferry Road SE)
• Stone Mountain

You can also eat in the restaurant on Thanksgiving Day — more info here.

Whole Foods

Updated for 2021!
There are plenty of complete holiday meal packages here — including a paleo-friendly turkey dinner for 4 people at $90.

Meal bundles are about $10 higher across the board this year.
The Festive Feast for 12 people is $299.
The Classic Roast Turkey Dinner for 8 is $140. (You can also get the classic dinner for 4 people or 12 people at different price points.)

You can also choose ham or prime rib, and there are choices for a turkey breast rather than a whole turkey, as well as smoked turkey and brined turkey.

And of course, there are a la carte options for holiday side dishes, ranging from $8 to $15 for portions that serve 4 people — as well as a dessert menu. There is also a vegan menu.

Check out all the other meal choices online — you’ll start by choosing your location by state, and then the store where you want to pickup. We used the Chamblee store location to get our reference prices.

Order your Whole Foods holiday meal at least 48 hours before you plan to pick it up.

You can also order additional side dishes from an assortment prepared by the Publix Deli — there are too many to list here.

And, if you just want the fully cooked bird without the fixings, that will be $3.49/lb for a Butterball turkey of 16 to 18 lbs, average weight.

Old Vinings Inn

Order by 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 21st for pickup on Wednesday, November 24.
The take-and-bake meal package is $200 and serves 4 to 6 people. It includes a 10-12 lb turkey, plus gravy, rolls, green beans, whipped potatoes, cranberry sauce, salad, and cornbread dressing. Dessert is optional, an extra $30. Extra sides are also available a la carte.

Reheating instructions included.
Details and order form online

Dantanna’s (Buckhead)

Updated for 2021!
A fixed menu for $189 serves up to 4 people. Your choice of fried turkey, smoked turkey, or roasted turkey.
Order online here — you have to choose the Thanksgiving Meal from the top dropdown menu, and it’s a little confusing.

You must place your order online by November 15, 2021.

Meal includes:

• Turkey (your choice of breast or a half bird)
• Your choice of  soup or salad, either:
  • Caesar salad
  • House salad
  • Chicken & sausage gumbo
  • Pumpkin Bisque
• Your choice of sides — any four:
  • Dressing
  • Garlic mashed potatoes
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Southern fried corn
  • Whipped sweet potatoes
• Your choice of dessert, either:
  • Apple Cobbler
  • Pumpkin Pie

Hampton + Hudson

The Inman Park restaurant is now accepting pre-orders for Thanksgiving meals to-go. 
Meals include sliced turkey with gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, rolls, and pumpkin pie cheesecake.
Prices: $50 for two people or $100 for four.
A la carte sides of these dishes are also available.

No order deadline is provided, but last year’s deadline was on Wednesday of the week before Thanksgiving, which would be the 17th this year.
Pickup is Wednesday, Nov. 24th and you can choose to pick up either at 4 p.m. or 6 p.m.
View the menu options and place an order
The restaurant is located at 299 North Highland Avenue NE.

Bahama Breeze

Host the islands at home!
For $75, you get a family bundle of four Thanksgiving entrees and four slices of pumpkin praline cheesecake. Bahama Breeze is also open for dine-in on Thanksgiving Day.
Kennesaw location only — see the details here. The Duluth location is NOT participating in the offer.
More info

Cracker Barrel

Updated for 2021!
Cracker Barrel is accepting pre-orders now, for their holiday heat-n-serve dinners — starting at $39 for a meal for 4 people. 

The Thanksgiving Heat ‘n’ Serve Feast is $140 — same price as last year!
It serves 8 to 10 people and is available either with ham or turkey.

The meal package includes:

• Ham or 2 turkey breasts
• Dressing
• Gravy
• Cranberry relish
• Choice of 3 sides (each serves 10)
• Yeast rolls
• 2 pies

A la carte side dishes and desserts range from $6 to 18.
Get more info and order online
Cracker Barrel has locations in Norcross, Kennesaw, Alpharetta, Marietta, Snellville, Suwanee, Cumming, Lithia Springs, Morrow, and Conyers.

Photo courtesy of Cracker Barrel

Buca di Beppo (Alpharetta location)

Updated for 2021!
You have a couple of options, and each can be picked up either hot or cold:

• $79 for a Thanksgiving Dinner that serves 2-3 people
• $148 for Thanksgiving Dinner that serves 6 people

The meals include:

• Sliced white meat turkey
• Homestyle gravy
• Roasted garlic mashed potatoes
• Spicy Italian sausage stuffing
• Green beans
• Cranberry sauce
• Pumpkin pie
• Cranberry relish
• Add-on Italian favorites 

Order by 8:00 a.m. on Nov. 23, 2021.
Hot or cold pick-up available — you choose. 
Cold pick-up begins Nov. 23rd and hot pick-up begins Nov. 24th.
View the menu and order here

Buca di Beppo will also be open for in-restautant dining on Thanksgiving Day — get more info here.

Romano’s Macaroni Grill (Mall of GA location)

Updated for 2021!
(prices are higher this year)

Heat-and-serve meal options are:

• $115 for a take-and-bake meal that serves 5
• $225 for a meal that serves 10

The meals include: turkey and gravy, plus your choice of salad, vegetable, and dessert.

Pre-orders accepted beginning November 1st and lasting through November 22nd.
• Pick-up times available between November 23rd and 25th.
• Meal is picked up cold and heated at home.
• Delivery options also available.
View the menu options and order here

Macaroni Grill will be also open for dining on Thanksgiving Day – get more info.

Maggiano’s

Note that this info is from 2020.
We will update as soon as possible. Expect prices to be $20 higher.

The Thanksgiving Carryout Package is $179.99 and Serves 4 to 5 people.

It includes:

• Traditional roasted turkey with giblet gravy and focaccia sausage stuffing
• Country-style smoked ham with whipped sweet potatoes
• Spaghetti and meatballs
• Four-cheese ravioli 
• Caesar salad
• Garlic mashed potatoes 
• Freshly baked bread 
• Cranberry relish 

A la carte items are also available for individual order.
Orders must be placed by 8 p.m. the night prior to pick-up.
Available for pick-up November 23rd to 25th.

Meals picked up prior to November 25th will be prepared and packaged cold to be warmed at home.
View the carryout menu and order online  (You’ll have to choose your location — Buckhead, Cumberland, or Perimeter)

Maggiano’s will also be open for dining on Thanksgiving Day — get more info

Golden Corral

Updated for 2021!
Note that prices may vary by location.
We got our prices from the Smyrna store’s holiday meal to-go menu.

Order at least 72 hours in advance of your pickup time. Or if you waited too long, call your local store to ask about last-minute availability
If you want to pick up on Wednesday, Nov. 24th, you must order by Nov. 21st.

Meals come with an option of your main course, and that determines the price of the meal package.
These Holiday Meals serve 6 to 8 people.

• Whole Roasted or Smoked Turkey — $80
• Honey Glazed Ham meal package — $80
• Fried Chicken (12 or 24 Pieces) — $50 – $60
  
• Prime Rib — $100

Each meal includes:

• Mashed Potatoes + Gravy
• Choice of Homestyle Sides
• Whole Pumpkin or Pecan Pie
• Famous Yeast Rolls with Honey Butter

There are also holiday side dishes available a la carte. And you can order individual meals of ham or turkey, starting at just $8.79.
Get more info and order online

Golden Corral has locations in Decatur, Duluth, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Cumming, Conyers, Stockbridge, McDonough, Newnan, and more 

Stock photo: 123RF

Costco

You must have a Costco membership to order this meal.

Also, unlike the other meals on this list, this package is shipped directly to you frozen.  No thawing is necessary — you cook from the frozen state and all instructions are included.

Pre-order by November 5th for delivery between November 10th and 12th. While supplies last.

Schwan’s 8-person Thanksgiving meal is $120. There is currently a discount for $20 off, if you’re eligible.

The meal includes:

• 2.5 lb. Ready-to-Roast turkey breast (5 total pounds, 20 servings)
• Roasted Baker Bakers Potatoes 2 pounds (11 servings)
• Roasted sweet potatoes 2 pounds (10 servings)
• MicroSteam Whole Green Beans 3 12oz. bags (12 servings)
• Super-Sweet Corn 36 ounces (11 servings)
• Southern-style biscuit dough 18 2.2 ounce biscuits
• Traditional Pumpkin Pie 9-inch pie (8 servings)
• Old fashioned Apple Pie 10-inch pie (12 servings)
• Classic vanilla ice cream 56 fl ounces (11 servings)

Orders only ship on weekdays.
More info

 

McCormick & Schmick’s

Thanksgiving Feast To Go (serves 4-6) for $189. The meal bundle includes:

• Roasted turkey
• Cornbread stuffing
• Mashed potatoes and gravy
• Seasonal vegetables
• Apple squash casserole
• Cranberry sauce
• Butternut Squash Bisque
• Walnut Mixed Greens

Order by Monday, Nov. 22nd.
More info here

Individual Thanksgiving plates are also available to-go on Thanksgiving Day.
McCormick & Schmicks is located in downtown Atlanta, near Centennial Park.

 

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Get a complete meal or just the sides.
The options for 2021 include:

• Complete heat-and-serve turkey breast dinner for 4 people — $175
• Everything but the turkey (traditional sides for 4) — $115 — pick up hot or cold
• Side dishes a la carte — starting at $28 — pick up hot or cold

View all the details and order online

 

STK Atlanta

A takeout dinner for two is $119.
Preorders open on Monday, November 15th — click here to place an order, or call 404-793-0144.
Pickup is Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25th during select times.

STK is also open for dining from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Thanksgiving.

 

5Church

This favorite midtown eatery is offering family-style carryout options this year. The meals will come with reheating instructions.

Main entrees include roast turkey brast and prime rib. You’ll also get a selection of side dishes, a salad, rolls, and blackberry cobbler for desserts. View the take-out menu here — it looks delicious!

The menu is the same for all dinners; the only difference is the portion sizes.
• Dinner for four — $220
• Dinner for six — $330
• Dinner for eight — $440

You can place an order online, or call 404-400-3669.
Pickup is on Wednesday, Nov. 24th.

5Church is also offering a dine-in buffet on  Thanksgiving Day — details here.

 

Farmers & Fishermen

This is a terrific option for home delivery of affordable meat and seafood, PLUS prepared side dishes and desserts. We can’t say enough about this local business!
Read more about Farmers & Fishermen
Visit their website

 

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