The biggest feast of the year is around the corner, but who says you have to be the one to cook it?
Families across America are finalizing their Thanksgiving plans, which, for many, may include placing a hefty catering order. Why cook and clean when you can order a delicious spread from your favorite restaurant instead?
Plus, we all know Thanksgiving dishes tastes better when someone else makes them.
Here’s a list of local Cincinnati restaurants (and national chains) where you can get some turkey to-go this Thanksgiving.
Where to get carryout Thanksgiving meals in Cincinnati, NKY
Behle Street by Sheli
Behle Street offers Thanksgiving catering that includes all the usual fixings. The restaurant also offers customizable menus, large and small orders, and additional sides upon request, as well as a variety of holiday pies.
Orders must be picked up between 2-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov 26.
2220 Grandview Drive, Fort Mitchell. www.behlestreetbysheli.com.
Nick & Tom’s
Nick & Tom’s is selling carry-out Thanksgiving feasts, which come with your choice of turkey and dressing, N.Y strip steak and salmon.
5774 Bridgetown Road, Green Township. www.nickandtoms.com.
Bob Evans
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Bob Evan’s signature Farmhouse Feast, available for pre-order now through Nov. 25 for pick-up or delivery.
Locations may vary. www.bobevans.com.
Honey Baked Ham
This national chain might be called Honey Baked Ham, but don’t worry, they also offer classic oven-roasted turkey and a variety of side dishes for pick-up or delivery.
Locations may vary. www.honeybaked.com.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel offers “heat ‘n serve” Thanksgiving meals for pick-up or delivery. Orders must be placed at least 24 hours in advance. Pick-up is available from Nov. 22-30.
Locations may vary. www.crackerbarrel.com,
Mexi-Q
Mexi-Q is selling Thanksgiving meals featuring all the holiday trimmings. Call or text 513-310-6378 to reserve your meal.
6676 Tri Way Drive, Mason. www.mexican-bbq.com.
Wyoming Meat Market
Wyoming Meat Market’s Thanksgiving menu includes oven-roasted turkey, gravy, brandied cranberries, praline sweet potatoes, green bean casserole and more. To place an order, call 513-821-2200.
513 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming. www.instagram.com/wyomingmeatmarket.
Hilvers
Hilvers Catering is selling traditional Thanksgiving meals and sliced turkey breast dinners. However, there is a 10-guest minimum for all Thanksgiving catering orders. Call 513-681-2135 for a price quote.
2724 Colerain Ave., Camp Washington. www.hilvers.com/thanksgiving.
Midwest Best BBQ and Creamery
Midwest Best BBQ is selling ready-to-bake Thanksgiving meals now through Nov. 16. Pick-up will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26.
669 Justice Court, Loveland. www.midwestbestbbq.com/thanksgiving.
DeSha’s American Tavern
DeSha’s offers Thanksgiving carryout meals with all the fixings for $34 per person. The restaurant also has prime rib dinners for $33-37 per person. Salads and desserts are sold separately. To place an order, call 513-247-9933.
11320 Montgomery Road, Symmes Township. www.deshas.com/cincinnati/menu/.
Incline Smoke Shack at 13 Below
Incline Smoke Shack is currently taking pre-orders for its Thanksgiving meal kits, which serve four people and include a variety of homemade dishes. Pickup will be available from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Each kit will also include a $5 coupon redeemable at Incline Smoke Shack or Sayler Park Pizza Co.
This year, the restaurant is also selling a few carved turkeys for $115. Each bird comes with roughly eight pounds of meat and a quart of homemade smoked gravy.
7391 Forbes Road, Sayler Park. facebook.com/inclinesmokeshack.
Sweets & Meats BBQ Catering & Food Truck
Sweets & Meats BBQ is currently accepting online catering orders for Thanksgiving, which are to be picked up Nov. 26-27 at the restaurant’s catering commissary in Mount Washington.
2249 Beechmont Ave., Mount Washington. www.sweetsandmeatsbbq.com.
Buck’s Riverside Grill
Buck’s Riverside Grill offers several Thanksgiving dinner packages for 2, 5 or 10 people. Meals can be prepared cold or hot and ready to go. The restaurant also offers a variety of whole pies and cobblers available for an additional charge.
Meals can be picked up between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The last day to order is Nov. 23. To place a catering order, call 513-718-8429.
100 Front St., New Richmond. www.facebook.com/bucksrsg.
Buca di Beppo
This Italian restaurant chain offers two Thanksgiving dinner options, one of which feeds three to four people for $105 and the other feeds five to six people for $160. Customers can save 10% on their Thanksgiving feast if they order by Nov. 26.
Pick-up and delivery will be available Nov. 24-27. Thanksgiving Day pick-up hours will take place from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
2635 Edmondson Road, Norwood. www.dineatbuca.com/thanksgiving.
Chart House
Chart House offers two meal kit options, slow-roasted prime rib or turkey, both of which serve three to four people. Pre-orders must be placed by 4 p.m. on Nov. 25. Delivery and pick-up will take place between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
405 Riverboat Row, Newport. www.chart-house.com.
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Maggiano’s Little Italy will begin taking orders on Nov. 20 for its hot and cold carryout bundles that serve four to five people.
Cold-prepared bundles are $210 and are available for pick-up on Nov. 26. Hot bundles are $220 and are available for pick-up on Thanksgiving Day. Maggiano’s also has a sides-only bundle for $50.
7875 Montgomery Road, Sycamore Township. www.maggianos.com.
Brio Italian Grille
Pre-order your Thanksgiving feast from Brio Italian Grille now. The restaurant offers family meals and catering orders available for pick-up or delivery on Nov. 27.
1 Levee Way Suite 1140, Newport or 7600 Gibson St., Liberty Township. www.brioitalian.com.
Bravo! Italian Kitchen
Bravo! Italian Kitchen also offers Thanksgiving family meals and catering options available for pick-up or delivery Nov. 27.
9436 Water Front Drive, West Chester Township or 5045 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. www.bravoitalian.com.
Season’s 52
Season’s 52 is selling Thanksgiving Green Boxes, which include all the holiday dishes plus a field greens salad and six mini pumpkin pies for $230. Each box serves four to six people.
The last day to order is Nov. 24. Pick-up will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 26
3819 Edwards Road, Norwood. www.seasons52.com.
Log Cabin Inn
Pre-order your Thanksgiving feast from Log Cabin Inn by calling 859-936-9141.
322 Madison Pike, Covington. www.facebook.com/TheLogCabin.KY.
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Cooper’s Hawk has Thanksgiving meal kits that serve six people and include traditional turkey, sides, and dessert for $199.99.
8080 Montgomery Road, Sycamore Township. www.chwinery.com.
The Capital Grille
Are you just looking for some sides to go with your bird? The Capital Grille has you covered. The restaurant’s Thanksgiving bundle serves four people and comes with several classic side dishes but does not include turkey or pumpkin cheesecake.
Pre-orders must be placed by Nov. 25. Pick up will occur between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Nov. 26 and 9-11 a.m. on Nov. 27.
3821 Edwards Road, Norwood. www.thecapitalgrille.com.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Pre-order your Thanksgiving feast from Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Meal kits are priced at $180 and serve four people. Pick-up will occur between 12-4 p.m. on Nov. 26.
100 E. Freedom Way #160, The Banks. m.ruthschris.com/promotions/thanksgiving.
Purple Poulet
This southern bistro has Thanksgiving dinners, which feed four people, for $175. However, additional sides can be purchased for $20-25. Desserts also range from $12-32 and feed four people.
Orders must be placed by Nov. 20. Pick-up will be available from 3-6 p.m. on Nov. 26. To place your to-go order, call 859-916-5602.
846 York St., Newport. www.facebook.com/p/Purple-Poulet.
Ollie’s Trolley
Ollie’s Trolley offers a variety of Thanksgiving catering options, which can feed 6-15 people depending on the meal kit. You can even bring your own turkey, and Ollie’s Trolley will cook it for you for $20 or more.
To place an order, call 513-381-6100. Customers can place their orders in-person or via Facebook Messenger.
1607 Central Ave., Over-the-Rhine. www.facebook.com/OlliesTrolleyCincinnati.
Eat Well
This Northern Kentucky catering service has reopened its holiday pop-up shop, where customers can pre-order their Thanksgiving meals or favorite dishes for pickup or delivery on Nov. 26.
518 York St., Newport. www.eatwellonline.com.
Libby’s Southern Comfort
Bring some soul to your holiday gathering with Libby’s Southern Comfort’s Thanksgiving catering menu, which features a variety of dishes ranging in price from $40-160. Menu options include fried chicken, shrimp and grits and the restaurant’s signature “Charlie Brown,” which consists of oven-roasted turkey and ham on sourdough bread topped with house-made cheddar cheese sauce, bacon tomato and parmesan cheese.
To place an order, call 859-261-3106 or email Libbyssoutherncomfort@gmail.com.
35 W. Eighth St., Covington. facebook.com/libbyssoutherncomfort.
Dorothy Lane Market
Dorothy Lane Market is taking Thanksgiving catering orders now through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21.
7200 Mason Montgomery Road, Mason. www.dorothylane.com.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is offering turkey and ham feasts that feed six people for $159.95. Feasts are served uncooked, but come with preparation instructions. Pick-up will be held Nov. 25-26.
7685 Blake St., Liberty Township or 5075 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. www.firebirdsrestaurants.com.
Lucius Q
Lucius Q is taking Thanksgiving catering orders until 2 p.m. on Nov. 20. Menu options include whole smoked turkeys, smoked turkey breasts, southern sides, breads, desserts and more.
1131 Broadway St., Pendleton. www.luciusq.com.
Bristol’s Burgers, Beef & BBQ
The restaurant’s Thanksgiving-to-go meal kit costs $159 and serves 10 people.
The deadline to order is Nov. 21. Pick-up will be from 1-6 p.m. on Nov. 26.
6735 Lakota Lane, Liberty Township. www.facebook.com.
Just Q’in BBQ
Just Q’in BBQ has a Thanksgiving dinner option that feeds six to eight people for $150, and a Thanksgiving feast option that feeds 10-12 people for $225. The restaurant also offers a la carte options.
All orders must be placed by Nov. 21. Pick-up will take place Nov. 25-26.
975 E. McMillan St., Walnut Hills or 5903 Hamilton Ave., College Hill. www.justqin.com/thanksgiving-offerings.
Bee’s Barbecue
Bee’s Barbecue is taking Thanksgiving catering orders until Nov. 20 or until the restaurant sells out. Customers can pick up their orders at either the Madisonville or Over-the-Rhine locations Nov. 25-26.
1403 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine or 5910 Chandler St., Madisonville. www.facebook.com/beesotr.
Crown Republic Restaurant Group
The Crown Republic Restaurant Group is taking Thanksgiving orders until Nov. 23, while supplies last. Pick-up will take place at Five Kitchen & Bar in Over-the-Rhine.
1324 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine. www.crownrepublicgastropub.com.
Silverglades
Silverglades is offering home-cooked Thanksgiving meals for $19.95. Pick-up will be from 9-10:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. To order, call 513-361-0600.
236 E. Eighth St., Downtown Cincinnati. www.silvergladesdeli.com.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: 30+ Cincinnati area restaurants that will cook your Thanksgiving Day feast for you
Reporting by Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer / Cincinnati Enquirer
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