The holidays are meant to be shared by family and friends; don’t get stuck in the kitchen! Busy moms deserve to enjoy the day too with the least amount of work. Here are some wonderful ideas for full Thanksgiving takeout in Central Florida. Let the experts do the work for you!
Thanksgiving takeout in Central Florida
Brother Jimmy’s
You can focus on the fixings this Thanksgiving, and let Brother Jimmy’s take care of the turkey.
Central Florida residents or tourists spending the holidays in Orlando can enjoy fresh, smoked, whole turkeys from Brother Jimmy’s at home. The 16-pound turkeys feed 10 to 15 people and will cost $110.
To place your order, email [email protected]. Orders must be placed by Wednesday, Nov. 20 and turkeys must be picked up at the restaurant on Wednesday, Nov. 27.
4 Rivers Smokehouse
A number of prepared holiday proteins and sides will be available for pick-up at 4 Rivers Smokehouse locations, including those in East Orlando (UCF), Kissimmee, Longwood, Orlando (SoDo), Winter Garden and Winter Park. Available meals feeding up to 18 people, options include main courses such as Smoked Turkey, Boneless Ham, Signature Angus Brisket, Smoked Salmon and Prime Rib ($39.99 – $199), as well as a Fixings Package ($67.69), various pies ($32.99 each), and a-la-carte items starting at $10.99. Pre-order your Thanksgiving meal by 11/23 at 5:00 PM. Pick up your meal on 11/27 and heat to serve on Thanksgiving Day. Pick-up is only available on 11/27.
Cracker Barrel
Choose from two different heat and serve meals available at any of the five Central Florida Cracker Barrel locations. Included in these traditional packages are Turkey, Gravy, Cornbread Stuffing, Cranberry Relish, Sweet Potato Casserole and more. Prices range from $119.99 (serves 4-6 people) to $184.99 (serves 8-10 people). Assorted pies are also available for purchase ($13.99). Pre-order and receive a FREE $10 bonus card when you schedule your pickup for 11/25 or 11/26.
Ravenous Pig
Located in Winter Park, pre-order a half ($45) or whole ($78) brined, seasoned, uncooked Turkey to prepare for your meal at home. Side options like Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Green Bean Casserole and Truffle Ciabatta Bread are also available for purchase ($15-20). Top off your meal with a whole Pecan Pie ($30). Pre-order early via their website as items usually sell out. Pick-up your order on November 27th from 11am-4pm.
TooJay’s
Several packages available for delivery or pick-up to feed up to 20 people ranging from $49.99-$429.99. Choose between Oven Roasted Turkey and/or Honey-Cured Ham and served with various side items like Cornbread Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy and Cranberry Sauce. A-la-carte options also available for purchase ($4.49 – 17.98/lb) as well as dessert and bakery items ($3.49-99.49). Available at five Central Florida locations: Dr. Phillips, Colonial Marketplace, Ocoee, Altamonte Springs and Lake Mary. Order online via their website for pick-up through November 28th.
Whole Foods
Available at all three central Florida locations, Whole Foods has 25 full Holiday meal options as well as items for purchase a-la-carte. Options include Classic Ham, Turkey and Prime Rib as well as Braised Lamb, Beef Wellington, Surf and Turf, Salmon and vegan options. Servings for parties 2-12 and prices from $39.99-539.99. Order now through 11/26 and pick up 11/22 -11/28.
Brio Italian Grille
Thanksgiving is a time to come together and give thanks for all the blessings in our lives. What better way to do that than by sharing a delicious meal with family and friends? Brio Italian Grille allows you to pre-order your Thanksgiving Feast To Go and enjoy at home for an easy and stress-free holiday. Enjoy Sliced White Meat Turkey, topped with Homestyle Gravy, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Italian Sausage Stuffing, Seasonal Vegetables & Cranberry Sauce this Thanksgiving. Available in two sizes to feed 4-5 or 8-10 people. Available to order hot or cold. Feasts available for Pick Up, Curbside or Delivery 11/25 through 11/28
Plate Above Catering
Central Floridians ordering a family meal-to-go can choose between: sage butter whole turkey, roasted pork loin or baked ham paired with classic side dishes like harvest stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, fresh green beans or roasted vegetables as well as one specialty side such as cranberry chutney or mac and cheese plus pan gravy or honey mustard sauce. Family meals range from $179-$299 and feed 8 people. Additional side dish and dessert options are available as add-ons. For Family Dinners To Go Thanksgiving: Order by 11/20/24 and pick up on 11/27/24 Pickup Location: 411 Mercy Drive Orlando, FL 32805
Cowboy Chicken
Feed your whole posse with our Cowboy Chicken’s Turkey Holiday Package. Holiday Packages feed 8 to 10 hungry guests for $145 and include their signature Wood Fire Rotisserie Turkey, Twice Baked Potaters, Green Beans, Country Style Stuffing, 12 Homestyle Dinner Rolls, and scrumptious Peach Cobbler. Order yours online! Location: 3290 Margaritaville Blvd., Kissimmee, FL
Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Kitchen
Thanksgiving Take Away Dinner package from Chef Art Smith will be offered from the Disney Springs location. Complete with smoked turkey, sides, and 4 slices of Hummingbird Cake – place your order online, set your pickup day for November 26 or 27, and they’ll meet you right at your car inside the Disney Springs Orange Garage for easy pickup.
Dinner Includes:
- Smoked Turkey with Gravy
- Andouille Sausage Cornbread Stuffing
- Homemade Cranberry Sauce
- Whipped Mashed Potatoes
- Southern Green Beans
- Cheddar Drop Biscuits with Fig Jam
- 4 Slices of Hummingbird Cake
Feeds a Party of 4 for Just $200 + Tax
If you want to order a home cooked meal, try Sprouts!! You can get a FULL Thanksgiving meal that you can prep and cook at home!
Just the desserts
While a full Thanksgiving takeout in Central Florida sounds like a wonderful idea, some people like to cook the meal themselves. One of our contributors loves to cook the turkey and host 50+ people but always finds desserts lacking. Here’s a list of great places to pick up Thanksgiving desserts.
Mila’s Front Porch
Offering both traditional and allergy-friendly option to suit everyone at your table, order your Thanksgiving pies from Mila! Order by emailing [email protected] or text 407-815-4407 !
Apple – $35
Peach – $35
Cherry – $35
Sweet Potato – $25
Pumpkin – $25
Bourbon Pecan – $35
Gideon’s Bakehouse
Nothing is better than a delicious dessert to top off a fabulous Thanksgiving meal. With numerous decadent options, Gideon’s Bakehouse is offering special seasonal items as well as classic desserts for pre-order during the Holidays. They offer a variety of Cookies and Cakes on their website, and any of them make perfect desserts for any day! We have Preorders open for pick up at our Original Location here at the East End Market. Special seasonal offerings for this month are The Pumpkin Bread Chocolate Crumb Cookie and the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake! Place your order online with at least 72 hours notice for pick-up at the East End location only. Cookies ($6 – 6.50ea) Cakes ($40 – 72) Order online!
The Glass Knife
Give your guests more to gobble with a Central Florida favorite! The Glass Knife has a plentiful collection of Thanksgiving desserts, cakes and sweet treats to help you complete your feast. Thanksgiving pre-orders are available online.
1) Pumpkin Cheesecake:
Layers of smooth pumpkin cheesecake, delicate hazelnut praline feuilletine and pumpkin butter enveloped in lush pumpkin mousse atop a graham cracker cake, finished with a caramel glaçage; Embellished with chantilly cream and handcrafted, patinaed white chocolate gourds. This 7″ round serves 8-10 Guests.
2) Dutch Apple Tart:
A buttery, vanilla shell filled with baked spiced apples and an almond crumble, finished with a whipped white chocolate maple ganache. This is an individual-sized dessert for one Guest.
3) Hummingbird Classic Cake:
Incredibly moist banana cake with coconut flakes and fresh pineapple, layered with rich cream cheese icing and embellished with handcrafted, dried pineapple flowers, pecans, and edible 23-karat gold flakes. This four-layer 8″ round serves 12-14 Guests.
Location:
276 S. Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 407.500.CAKE
Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream
Thanksgiving Ice Cream Pies available at Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream for PRE-ORDER ONLY* with PICK UP AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 22ND THROUGH NOVEMBER 27. Preorders will close Thursday, November 14th.
Choose from 2 delicious 8″ Ice Cream Pie, serves 6-8. SALTED CARAMEL TURTLE ICE CREAM PIE Sea salted caramel ice cream with Ghirardelli caramel sauce, toasted pecans, and rich chocolate in an Oreo cookie crust drizzled with caramel and chocolate. (Contains gluten, soy, tree nuts). APPLE PIE ICE CREAM PIE Spiced apple ice cream layered with cinnamon streusel and swirls of sweet apple pie filling in a graham cracker crust with vanilla whipped cream. (Contains gluten, soy).
Pies are $24 each and available at 8 locations!
And if you want to dine out instead, check out our Thanksgiving dinner options guide.
First published 11/4/23, updated 11/11/24
