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Where to Order Your Thanksgiving Meal: Local Spots Open for 2024

Find local restaurants and catering services offering Thanksgiving meals and preorders!

By Brittany Marsh, Publisher of Macaroni KID Gardner-Spring Hill-Paola November 14, 2024

With only 15 days left until Thanksgiving, many are already preparing for their holiday celebrations. Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner at home or looking for a takeout option, there are plenty of local restaurants and catering services ready to make your Thanksgiving meal special. If you’re hosting this year, why not take the stress out of cooking? With a variety of delicious, pre-prepared options, you can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving feast with your loved ones without all the hassle. Check out our list of local spots offering Thanksgiving meals and get ready for a stress-free celebration. Start planning now to ensure everything’s covered, and get ready to make this holiday season one to remember!


Local Catering Companies Providing Thanksgiving Meals


Terrace Catering (Edgerton, KS)

Biemer's BBQ (Lawrence, KS)

With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, our smokers are fired up and cranking out as much food as possible in preparation for the big holidays. If you are looking for some BBQ for your Thanksgiving meal, please reach out ASAP to place your order! 

Bigg's BBQ (Lawrence, KS)

Get a smoked turkey and a pint of house made gravy for $79. Order by November 22nd with pickup on November 27th! 

Barbwire BBQ (Eudora, KS)

From family meal deals and meats by the pound to generous sides and locally baked pies, we’ve got everything you need to make your Thanksgiving memorable. Pre-order now at www.barbwirebarbecue.com or call us at 785-856-0877 to reserve your feast! 

Steve's Meat Market (De Soto, KS)

Smoked and Fresh Turkeys will be available for pick up starting on Friday 11/22.

Drumm Farm Market (Independence, MO)






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Chef Aristo's Curbside and Catering (Lee's Summit, MO)

This year's offerings include a whole smoked or roasted turkey and ham, various sides including traditional stuffing, squash casserole, wild rice pilaf, candied sweet potatoes and much, much more! Orders must be placed by sending an email to aristo@chefaristo.com by November 22nd with pickup available on November 27th. 

The KC BBQ Bistro & The Hickory Log (Kansas City, KS)

Please contact them directly to inquire about their offerings for Thanksgiving! 

Brancato's Catering & The Brass Onion (Overland Park, KS)

View the menu and place your order today: https://brancatoscatering.com/thanksgiving-menu/ 


Get Your Must-Have Desserts From Local Businesses


McLain's Market (Waldo, NKC, Lawrence, Shawnee and Overland Park)

From pies to cheesecakes to fresh baked rolls, contact McLain's to create the perfect holiday spread!

MackCanvas and Cookie (North Kansas City, MO)

Baking by Boehm (Olathe, KS)

Crumb and Take It (Shawnee, KS)

Ashleigh's Bake Shop (Kansas City, MO)

Tippin's (Available at multiple grocery stores)


Thanksgiving Dinner Take-Out and Dine-In


Note: Listed restaurant chains and franchises may not offer the same menu options or deals at other locations. Please confirm with your local store or online before ordering.

Dickey's Barbeque Pit (Kansas City, MO & Liberty, MO)

Get ready for the holiday season by choosing from our heat-and-serve or hot-and-ready Thanksgiving meal options, each with a Southern twist. These packages are perfect for 8-12 guests and include tasty dishes like baked potato casserole, cornbread dressing, bacon, green beans, and more! Save 10% on your holiday catering order with code GOBBLE or use code JK20 for 20% off their Holiday Big Yellow Box when you order online at Dickeys.com or call (737) 277-5318 and bring a little extra flavor to your celebrations!

Seasons 52 (Kansas City, MO)

Hosting Thanksgiving dinner can be overwhelming, but we've got you covered! For $230, our take-out dinner boxes serve 4-6 people and feature all of your holiday favorites, including turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, butternut squash, and cranberry relish. Don't forget about the mini pumpkin pie indulgences! 

Summit Grill (Lee's SummitWaldo and Gladstone, MO)






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Buca di Beppo (Kansas City, MO)

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a delicious feast from Buca di Beppo, offering traditional dishes such as roasted turkey breast and classic sides. The restaurant is open for dining in or pre-order a Thanksgiving Feast To Go for a hassle-free holiday at home.

Golden Corral  (Olathe, KS & Independence, MO)

Celebrate the holidays with Golden Corral's dine-in Holiday Buffet featuring traditional favorites like turkey, stuffing, sweet potato casserole, and pie. Available for a limited time on weekdays after 4 pm. Prefer takeout? Pre-order a Holiday Feast To Go meal for 6-8 people, featuring turkey, ham, or beef roast plus sides, rolls, and dessert. 

Third Street Social (South Plaza & Lee's Summit, MO)

Let us do the cooking! Third Street Social offers chef-driven cuisine in a from-scratch kitchen. Join us for dine-in on Thanksgiving from 11am to 4pm, or order one of our hot and ready Family Packs to enjoy at home.  A memorable holiday meal awaits you! For reservations: https://www.thirdstreetsocial.com/#reservations


The Eldridge Hotel (Lawrence, KS)

Thursday, November 28th from 11am-5pm enjoy a stress-free celebration at The Eldridge Hotel. Main course entree options include roasted turkey breast, short ribs or sweet potato gnocchi. Call 785-838-5503 to make your reservation as walk-ins will not be welcome day of.

Sandwich Bowl (Lawrence, KS)

Enjoy a free Thanksgiving dinner, with doors opening at 5:30pm. This is a first come, first serve event to help the community. Donations are welcome but not required. 

Stroud's (Overland Park, KS)

Carryout packages serve 5 people including all the Thanksgiving 

Cracker Barrel (Multiple Locations)

Cracker Barrel offers a special Thanksgiving menu for dine-in or you can even pre-order their "heat and serve" meal.

Maggiano's Little Italy (Overland Park, KS)






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The Stilwell at Loews Hotels & Co. (Kansas City, MO)

My Father's House (Paola, KS)

If you don’t have plans for Thanksgiving, we’d love for you to pull up a seat at our table! Friends, family and strangers (who are just friends we haven’t met yet) will gather to share thanks and a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings. No RSVP necessary - bring a friend or come make some new friends!

Community Thanksgiving Dinner (Osawatomie, KS)

Enjoy a free Thanksgiving dinner, on November 17th at 5pm. This is a first come, first serve event to help the community. This event is sponsored by the Osawatomie Ministerial Association and will be held at Osawatomie City Auditorium, with a musical performance by Band of OZ.


Thanksgiving Dinner Grocery Store Deals


Fareway Meat Market

If you're feeding a large crowd or having a small gathering, be sure to visit your local Fareway or place your order online. With a wide variety of foods to choose from, like mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casseroles, pies and turkey.

Sprouts Farmers Market 

Sprouts has an array of options available to make your Thanksgiving meal special. From all-natural uncooked turkeys, hams and roasts to party trays and fully-prepared holiday meals, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

Whole Foods

Looking for affordable Thanksgiving meal options? Whole Foods has got you covered! You can find everything you need for a traditional feast, including full meal packages, a variety of side dishes, and even vegan options. Whether you're feeding a small group or a large crowd, they have festive meals for 4-12 people.

Costco

Looking for a one-stop-shop for your Thanksgiving meal essentials? Look no further than Costco! Their gourmet Thanksgiving dinner kits include everything from turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, macaroni & cheese, and pies. Each package serves up to 8 guests and prices start at just $149.99. But hurry, pre-orders must be placed by November 5th to ensure delivery between November 8th and 17th.

Hy-Vee

Order your ready-to-eat holiday meals online and we'll deliver it to your vehicle for pickup!


Thanksgiving Meals Shipped to Your Home


The Honey Baked Ham Company

Did you know that the Honey Baked Ham Company offers more than just ham? Whether you're planning for a traditional or non-traditional Thanksgiving feast, you can pre-order and pick up a wide variety of items to make your meal unforgettable.

Blue Apron

Looking for an easy and affordable way to prepare for Thanksgiving dinner? Look no further than our selection of meal boxes, which include main dishes like turkey, ham, or vegetarian options. Priced at just $121.98, our meal kits serve 6-8 guests and are available for pre-order beginning on November 6, 2023. Each kit comes with easy-to-follow recipe cards, a holiday prep guide that includes make-ahead tips, a preparation checklist, and extra entertaining ideas. Get your order in today!

Harry and David

This Thanksgiving, indulge in a gourmet feast complete with turkey, stuffing, green beans, sweet potatoes, cranberry chutney, pumpkin cheesecake, and more! Impress your guests with a mouth-watering Belgian milk chocolate turkey centerpiece and chocolate-dipped strawberries designed to look like turkeys, all available at Harry and David.

Hello Fresh

Take the stress out of cooking this Thanksgiving with Hello Fresh's holiday meal delivery. Choose from two main course options – turkey or beef tenderloin – and have packages delivered straight to your door. Each package serves between 4-10 guests, with turkey priced at $19.99 per person and beef tenderloin at $26.99.

Omaha Steaks

We have an array of expertly curated Thanksgiving meal packages to choose from, or you can create your own personalized menu. Our Thanksgiving feast bundles are designed to feed four or more people, with pricing starting at $129.99 and free shipping.

Popeyes

Don't feel like cooking for your next big meal? No worries! Order a pre-cooked Cajun-Style Turkey today and have it delivered straight to your front door! Complete your meal with some delicious mashed potatoes and mac 'n cheese add-ons. Each turkey serves between 8-12 guests and costs only $99. Best of all, shipping is included!

Williams Sonoma

Take the stress out of Thanksgiving dinner by choosing from a range of prepared packages that cater to guests between four to twelve people. Keep things classic with traditional options or mix it up with a Southern Cajun Fried turkey dinner or spatchcock turkey dinner. Our chilled meals are shipped directly to your doorstep, so you can enjoy the festivities without worrying about cooking.

Burger's Smokehouse

Get a hickory smoked whole turkey, stuffing, green beans and a classic apple pie, or an assortment of other items, all shipped to your home.


We wish you a joyful holiday celebration, surrounded by the people you love!
Brittany Marsh and Melissa Basgall




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