Fall weather is here, and it’s time to start planning for Thanksgiving. Whether you are hosting or attending, there’s so much to think about! If the thought of trussing a turkey and making a million sides so your children can eat a dinner roll and some whipped cream has you running away in fear, don’t stress: there are Thanksgiving to-go and carryout options available in + around Detroit!
Here are the facts: Your appliances have been running non-stop. You’ve cooked endless meals for your family. The grocery stores are already a mess and avoiding them is a genius idea. There’s only so much turkey one person can eat. Need I go on?
This Thanksgiving, consider skipping the planning and execution and leave all the hard work to the professionals. Plus, you’re supporting some wonderful locally-owned restaurants this holiday season. Whether you’re serving two or twenty, these Detroit area restaurants have put together traditional Thanksgiving meals to-go so all you have to worry about is enjoying your meal!
Where To Find Thanksgiving To-Go In + Around Detroit
Bad Brads | Various Locations
Order your smoked turkey by the pound. Must pick up November 25th or 26th.
Bob Evans | Various Locations
Starting at $15.50 per person, they offer four different packages depending on what you would like with your dinner.
Bubba’s BBQ and Catering | New Baltimore
With family feasts, individual meals, and à la carte options, Bubba’s has many options for your dinner needs. Order deadline is November 17th.
Chive Kitchen | Farmington
From beverages, to cakes, to vegan options, to your traditional Thanksgiving dishes . . . Chive has it all for you!
Ernie’s | Clinton Township
Dinners are being offered as an “individual complete” meal which includes turkey, side dishes, and dessert for $42. Be sure to call to place your order ahead of time! Order deadline is November 24th.
Full Rack BBQ | St. Clair Shores
Meats and side are ordered à la carte and feed approximately 15 people. Order deadline is November 20th.
Holiday Market | Birmingham + Royal Oak
Complete meal packages available, as well as oven-ready or smoked turkeys. Order deadline is November 22nd at 4:00 p.m.
J-Bird Smoked Meats | Keego Harbor
J-Bird is offering meats, sides, and sweets! Check out their menu and be sure to order soon. Order deadline is November 22nd.
Knights Steakhouse | Ann Arbor
With a two-person dinner for only $70, this is one of the most cost effective options we have seen. The key lime pie and Kentucky bourbon pecan pie look AMAZING!
Kristina’s Catering | Shelby Township
Kristina’s is a go-to for large scale parties. She offers different holiday menus through January 31st.
Marrow | Detroit
All items are à la carte. You can order everything, even down to the turkey stock! Order deadline is November 17th.
San Morello | Detroit
San Morello is offering both dine-in and carry out Thanksgiving dinner options.
Spacecat V-stro | Ferndale
Spacecat is a popular vegetarian restaurant with the most delicious food. Check out their “Thanksgiving Celebration Box” which features a vegan meal for one person, or two people; both include dessert! Cost is between $45-$80 and you’ll choose a pickup time at checkout.
Stage Deli | West Bloomfield
Stage Deli is offering a fully prepared meal kit for eight people for $325, with optional add-ons. Their dessert selections are incredible! Online ordering is now available. Order deadline is November 23rd.
The Silver Shamrocks | Oakland Township
Their “complete Thanksgiving feast” serves 8-12 people for $375. They also offer an à la carte menu. Order deadline is November 22nd.
Slows BBQ | Detroit
Straight off the pit . . . everything you need to feed your party of 6-8 for $209.
Vintage House | Fraser
This dinner comes with ham and turkey, so there is no need to choose! The dinner for 10 runs $425 and dinner for five is $250. Order deadline is November 24th.
Woodpile BBQ Shack | Clawson + Madison Heights
Woodpile is offering a complete meal for 6-8 people for $160, or just the meat (beef brisket or turkey). They update their website regularly to let you know how many turkeys they have available, but order soon!
Zingerman’s Delicatessen | Ann Arbor
Complete feast, whole turkeys, and individual meals available. Order deadline is November 21st by 12:00 p.m.
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*This post was originally written by Katie Purcell and updated in 2025 by Laura Herr.
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