Every year we put together a list of grocery stores, restaurants and catering companies that let you can order your Thanksgiving dinner to go, ahead of time, so that you can enjoy it at home.
We’ve put together a huge list of holiday events in the Triangle, including parades, festivals, markets, Santa visits, and more. Check out our growing day by day list of holiday events in the Triangle!
These meals definitely save time, and for most of them, the price per person isn’t too bad. Some arrive hot and some need to be heated up. Make sure to follow the links for full information. Our listings below include just a taste of all the options.
When you see something you like, you’ll want to order quickly, as these deals are subject to selling out. Make sure to follow each link to see the details, including the deadline for ordering for Thanksgiving.
You’ll typically get a turkey (or ham), gravy, stuffing, and several sides. You might want to supplement the meal with extra sides. In many cases, there are vegetarian or vegan options.
If you’d rather dine out for Thanksgiving, check out this list of restaurants in the Triangle serving Thanksgiving dinner. Don’t delay in making reservations. Many of these restaurants will also offer takeout or delivery, so you’ll have another way of enjoying somebody else’s cooking at home.
Note: The prices or offerings for the to-go meals might vary by location.
Triangle locations to order to-go
Check back soon as more 2025 listings will be added.
Bob Evans
Bob Evans
Several locations
Bob Evans offers a variety of Farmhouse Feasts that make for the perfect Thanksgiving Dinner. Prices vary slightly between meals, here is what is included in the Premium Farmhouse Feast that feeds 8 to 10 for $164.99:
- Slow-roasted turkey
- Hickory-smoked ham
- Bread and celery dressing
- Corn
- Mashed potatoes and gravy
- Freshly baked rolls
- Green beans with ham
- Cranberry relish
- Macaroni and cheese
- Pumpkin bread
- Pumpkin pie
- Double-crust apple pie
There are also a la carte entrees, sides, and desserts you can add to your order.
Their Everyday Thanksgiving Meal is served all year round and serves 10 for $162.99.
Order here now.
Cafe Root Cellar
Cafe Root Cellar
750 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC
35 Suttles Road, Pittsboro, NC
Cafe Root Cellar is offering a Thanksgiving Meal Package that feeds 4 for $175, which includes:
- Your choice of turkey, brisket, or lasagna
- Gravy
- Your choice of three sides
- Your choice of pumpkin pie or apple pie
They are also offering a Thanksgiving Meal for One for $20, which includes:
- Turkey
- Cornbread stuffing
- Green bean casserole
- Mashed potatoes and gravy
Along with the meal options, Cafe Root Cellar is offering a variety of a la carte appetizers, entrees, sides, and desserts.
All orders must be placed here by 12 p.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025. Pickups are on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille
4242 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
The Capital Grille is offering a sides at home bundle that serves 4 for $135 and includes:
- Brioche stuffing
- Housemade gravy
- Mashed potatoes
- French green beans
- Pecan-crusted sweet potatoes with hot honey
- Cranberry-pear chutney
- Seeded rolls
There is also a pumpkin cheesecake that can be purchased on its own for $12.
Order here now. Pickup is on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or on Thursday, November 27, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
City BBQ
City BBQ
Multiple locations
City BBQ offers many meals and a la carte items for the Thanksgiving season. The Medium Holiday Turkey Meal feeds 8 to 10 for $109.99 and includes smoked turkey breast, your choice of two sides, and twelve sandwich buns. There are also options for ham or brisket meals.
A la carte side and options include macaroni and cheese, corn pudding, baked beans with brisket, collards with pork, slaw, and more.
Order here now. The Thanksgiving menu is available for pickup from Sunday, November 19, to Thursday, November 30, 2025.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel
Multiple locations
Cracker Barrel offers a variety of Heat & Serve Feasts with turkey, ham, and prime rib as entree options. Here is what is included in the Thanksgiving Heat & Serve Feast that serves 8 to 10 for $184.99:
- Two oven-roasted turkey breasts
- Cornbread dressing
- Turkey gravy
- Cranberry relish
- Sweet potato casserole with pecans
- Green beans
- Mashed potatoes
- Sweet yeast rolls
- Pumpkin pie
- Pecan pie
There are a variety of sides, entrees, desserts, and breakfast items that can be purchased a la carte.
Order here now. Pickup is from Saturday, November 22 to Thursday, November 30, 2025.
Element Gastropub
Element Gastropub
421 Fayetteville Street Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27601
Element Gastropub is offering a fully plant-based heat-and-serve Thanksgiving dinner for $125. The meal includes:
- Housemade vegan turkey
- Green bean casserole
- Sweet potato casserole
- Sourdough stuffing and mushroom gravy
There is also an option to add desserts and other side dishes.
Pickup is on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Order here.
Fearrington
Fearrington
2000 Fearrington Village Center, Pittsboro, NC 27312
For $185, Fearrington is offering a multi-course Thanksgiving meal for 2 that includes:
- Parker House Bread Rolls with Whipped Butter
- Tuscan White Bean Stew with Winter Vegetables
- Pickled Shrimp with Confit Garlic Aioli
- Sliced Honey Roasted Turkey
- Turkey, Leek and Mushroom Pie
- Classic Fearrington Herb, Chestnut and Sage Stuffing
- Cranberry-Orange Sauce
- Sage and Sherry Gravy
- Red Wine Braised Red Cabbage
- Three Cheese Mac and Cheese with Brioche Crumb
- Whipped Sweet Potatoes with maple Candied Pecan Crumb
- Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Lemon Vinaigrette and Herbs
- Green Bean Casserole with Smoked Onions and Seasoned Vegetable Broth
- Roasted Root Vegetables with Honey and Herbs
- Pumpkin Cheesecake, Ginger Snap Crust and Whipped Dulcey Ganache
There is also an option to add a pairing of red and white wine with your order.
Orders must be placed here by November 19, 2025, but place your orders soon because the meal may sell out before then. Pickup is on Thanksgiving, November 27, 2025 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Golden Corral
Photo courtesy of Golden Corral
Golden Corral
Several locations
Golden Corral offers a variety of affordable Thanksgiving feasts, as well as a la carte entrees, sides, and desserts. Here is what is included in the Whole Roasted Turkey Meal that serves 6 to 8 for $129.99:
- Whole roasted turkey
- Mashed potatoes and gravy
- Stuffing
- Cranberry sauce
- One dozen yeast rolls with honey butter
- Your choice of an additional side
- Whole pie or carrot cake
When you order, you choose for your food to be hot and ready to eat or ready to heat and serve at pickup. There are also meal options with honey-glazed ham or bone-in pork roast as the entree.
If you order your Holiday Feast through the Golden Corral app from Monday, October 6 to Sunday, November 16, 2025, you will receive $10 off your order. Order here now, make sure you have your preferred location selected. Orders must be placed 72 hours before pickup time.
Hummingbird
Hummingbird
1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd., Suite 111, Raleigh, NC
Hummingbird is offering two meal options for Thanksgiving, one that serves up to 4 people, and one that serves up to 10.
For $225, the Small Meal Package serves up to 4 and includes:
- Brined turkey breast with gravy
- Choice of three sides
- Rolls
- Choice between a pecan chocolate chess pie or apple caramel streusel cake
For $475, the Large Meal Package serves up to 10 and includes:
- Brined whole turkey with gravy
- Choice of four sides
- Rolls
- Choice between a pecan chocolate chess pie or apple caramel streusel cake
Everything is also offered in a la carte options if you want to order extra sides, desserts, etc.
Orders must be placed here by 11 p.m. on November 19, 2025. Pickup will be November 26, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Metro Diner
Metro Diner
6325 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
Metro Diner offers a Holiday At Home Feast that can feed 1 ($16.99), 4 ($63.99), or 8 ($125.99) and includes:
- Choice of roasted turkey or baked ham
- Mashed potatoes and gravy
- Steamed green beans or street corn
- Cranberry sauce
- Hawaiian dinner rolls
Meals are prepared cold, and the heating instructions can be found here.
A la carte sides and desserts are also available.
Order here now. If you preorder a feast for four or more by Saturday, November 9, 2025, you will receive a free pumpkin bread pudding ($25 value). Must order by Tuesday, November 25, 2025 for pickup on Thanksgiving Day.
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Brandy says
Great list! FYI The Pit closed their Durham location. Thanksgiving orders have to be picked up in Raleigh and that menu is out.
XRSam says
Hello!
Good cheer to all on this beautiful day!!!!!
Good luck 🙂
Cami says
Love this list! It’s so helpful to have all these Thanksgiving meal options in one place, especially when I’m looking to save time this year. Definitely going to try one of these meals to avoid the stress of cooking everything myself. Thanks for sharing!