As Thanksgiving rolls around, the city arguably gets split into two parts: hosts and guests. Some hosts love the gauntlet of planning, gathering ingredients and cooking up a storm, while others leave it to private chefs.
Many of us fall somewhere in the middle.ÌýIf you want to leave a little – or a lot – of the cooking to the experts this Thanksgiving, we have a full list of ºüÀêÊÓƵ-area restaurants, bakeries and makers offering up full turkey dinners, cheeseboards, breakfast and desserts for preorder.Ìý
Knead Bakehouse + Provisions (3467 Hampton Avenue):ÌýKnead offers Thanksgiving preorders for pies and breads. Pie selections include apple, pumpkin or pecan, and bread offerings are rustic sourdough, brioche loaf, sourdough demi-baguette, rustic sourdough batard and sourdough brioche buns.ÌýÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 22 or until sellout |ÌýPickup:ÌýNov. 26 and Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-376-4361,Ìý
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Bolyard’s Meat & Provisions (2733 Sutton Boulevard, Maplewood):ÌýPreorders for pasture-raised turkeys from Buttonwood Farms, as well as scratch-made sides, are available. Sides include buttermilk biscuits, stuffing, butternut squash casserole and turkey gravy. Bolyard’s also offers a brine kit for your turkey, which includes salt, sugar, black pepper, herbs and a brining bag.ÌýOrder by:ÌýUntil sellout |±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 25 to Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-647-2567,Ìý
Dalie’s SmokehouseÌý(2951 Dougherty Ferry Road, Valley Park):ÌýThanksgiving packages that serve 10 to 12 people andÌýà la carte items such as whole-smoked turkey, whole-smoked turkey breast, smoked bacon-wrapped ham, sweet potato casserole, green bean casserole and turkey gravy.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 22 or until sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýScheduled upon order |ÌýInfo:Ìý 636-529-1898,Ìý
Pint Size Bakery & Coffee (3133 Watson Road):ÌýPies include pumpkin, chocolate cream, walnut chocolate bourbon, Missouri pecan and sweet potato.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 21 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-645-7142,ÌýÌý
Annie Gunn’s Smokehouse Market (16806 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield):ÌýHighlights include whole fresh Amish free-range turkey, smoked ready-to-eat turkey or turkey breast, smoked sugar-cured ham, prime whole beef tenderloin and seafood such as salmon, crab cakes and wild jumbo steamed shrimp. Sides include whipped Yukon Gold potatoes, classic green beans with bacon, butternut squash with maple syrup, twice-baked potatoes and more.ÌýÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 25 to Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý636-532-7684,Ìý
Salt + Smoke BBQ (multiple locations):ÌýThe restaurant offers a traditional smoked whole turkey that feeds 14 to 18 people. Favorites such as the restaurant's signature smoked brisket, green beans and tomato salad and white cheddar mac 'n cheese are available for preorder.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýThanksgiving Day at the Delmar location between 10 a.m. and noon. |ÌýInfo:Ìý
Butler's Pantry (1414 Park Avenue):ÌýThanksgiving Dinner features comforting classics like Waldorf salad, roasted turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy and coriander glazed carrots. Meals are designed to serve 10 to 12 guests and can be ordered for pickup or delivery.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNoonÌýNov. 22 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 (also available for delivery) |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-664-7680,Ìý
Adam’s Smokehouse (819 Watson Road):ÌýThanksgiving combos include mains such as whole smoked turkey breast, full slab of ribs, meat by the pound, slow-smoked and thin-sliced beef brisket, sliced turkey breast, smoked salami, burnt ends, smoked chicken or plant-based barbeque jackfruit. Sides include pit beans, slaw, potato salad, applesauce, pasta salad, mac 'n cheese and a mixed greens salad.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |ÌýPickup:Ìý10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-875-9890,Ìý
Fourth City Barbecue (2635 Cherokee Street):ÌýFeed up to 12 guests with its smoked turkey breast, or up to 25 guests with a whole brisket. Fourth City’s cornbread comes standard or cranberry-orange, and hot honey butter can be added as well. Place orders via Fourth City’s Instagram account or emailÌýfourthcitybbq@gmail.com.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 21 |ÌýPickup: Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-669-6505,Ìý
Farm Spirit (2710 Locust Street):ÌýPreorder menu includes items such as smoked turkey gravy, stuffing, salad dressing, herb focaccia, cornbread and fire roasted winter squash.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 20 by 9 a.m. |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:Ìý3 to 8 p.m. Nov. 27 insideÌýÌýBlue Jay Brewing Co.ÌýInfo:Ìý
Damn Fine Hand Pies (400 Shaw Boulevard):ÌýPies available include pumpkin, pecan, French silk and a gluten-free and vegan pumpkin tart. A variety of breads are also up for grabs. Order by: ASAP |ÌýPickup:ÌýNoon to 3 p.m. Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:ÌýÌý
Russell’s Cafe & Bakery (multiple locations):ÌýPies and pie bars include apple, apple cranberry, lemon meringue, chocolate cream, cherry, pecan and pumpkin with whipped cream. Other sweets include Grammy’s carrot cake, toasted coconut cake, s’mores cake, pumpkin cheesecake, espresso-pumpkin spice cake with fall spice buttercream, turtle cheesecake, cherry cheesecake, chocolate port wine cake, chocolate orange cake, chocolate torte, buttermilk pound cake and more.ÌýÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |ÌýPickup: Nov. 27 after 11 a.m. at Fenton or South City locations |ÌýInfo:Ìý
Kenrick’s Meat & Catering (4324 Weber Road, Maplewood):ÌýCustomers can select from a whole roasted carved turkey, boneless turkey breast, a whole smoked turkey or smoked bone-in turkey breast. Both deep-fried whole turkey or deep-fried bone-in turkey breast are also available, as well as tur-duc-kens. Kenrick’s has several options for sides, including traditional stuffing, southern cornbread stuffing, whole baked yams topped with marshmallows and chopped pecans, signature mac 'n cheese casserole with bacon and more.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |ÌýPickup: through Nov. 27 | Info:ÌýÌý314-631-2440,Ìý
DiGregorio’s Italian Market (5200 Daggett Avenue):ÌýÌýGuests can order antipasto or deli meat and cheese trays to feed a crowd, as well as pasta salad, Italian salad, Italian potato salad and olive salad. Entrées available for preorder comprise party sandwiches, salsiccia, chicken salsiccia, Mama’s meatballs and mostaccioli.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 25 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýScheduled upon order |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-776-1062,Ìý
Sugarfire Smokehouse and Sugarfire Pie (multiple locations):ÌýOptions includeÌýwhole smoked turkey, smoked turkey breast and “The Ultimate Thanksgiving Dinner Pack,†with a bundled package of smoked turkey breast, mashed potatoes and gravy, sage stuffing, cornbread, green bean casserole, cranberry chutney and a slice of pumpkin pie to go. À la carte side dishes include sweet potato casserole with marshmallows, sage stuffing, pies and more.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 24 for Sugarfire Smokehouse, Nov. 22 for Sugarfire PieÌý |ÌýPickupÌýNov. 28 for Sugarfire Smokehouse; Sugarfire Pie will assign pickup once orders are placed |ÌýInfo:Ìý;Ìý
ºüÀêÊÓƵ Cheese Boards (various pickup locations):ÌýThanksgiving Board features a 14-inch round spread that feeds 10 to 12 people and includes five kinds of cheeses, four Volpi cured meats, a variety of products from Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate, Millis Meadows honey, Larder & Cupboard jam and fruit, nuts, pickles and crackers on the side. Other sizes available.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 and Nov. 28 |ÌýInfo:ÌýÌý
Grace Meat + Three (4270 Manchester Avenue):ÌýAll turkeys come brined, rubbed and ready to cook. Choose from either the whole turkey or turkey breast, or enjoy smoked prime rib, which also comes ready to eat. Turkey gravy is available by the quart, andÌýà la carteÌýsides to feed 5 to 8 people are up for grabs. Options include deviled eggs, Mom’s dress’n, mac 'n cheese, green bean casserole, bourbon whipped sweet potatoes and garlic whipped mashed potatoes.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-533-2700,Ìý
Tai Davis Alchemy Bakery (500 North Grand Boulevard):ÌýCreations include a tiramisu cheesecake, sweet potato chai pie, mixed berry cobbler cheesecake, carrot cake and chocolate mocha-raspberry torte. All desserts serve at least 10 guests.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 21 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 26 and 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
Sunset 44 Bistro & Banquet (118 West Adams Avenue, Kirkwood):ÌýFamily-style meals are created to serve up to 12 people and include house salad, lavosh and beer cheese, roasted turkey, apricot, currant and cranberry chutney, Yukon Gold smashed potatoes, gravy, herb sausage stuffing, green bean almondine and homemade bread. Pies can be ordered whole or by the slice.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 28 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
COMA Coffee (1034 South Brentwood Boulevard, Richmond Heights):ÌýMenu options include pumpkin pie, chocolate pecan pie, vegan chocolate chip cookies and vegan ginger cookies.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 25 |ÌýPickup:Ìýby Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-250-1042,Ìý
Fiddlehead Fern Cafe (4006 Russell Boulevard):ÌýChoose from croissant kits in plain or chocolate or cinnamon rolls (all in kits of four), or grab a dry mix cookie jar, which makes 12 large or 24 small cookies. Place your order via email atÌýbakery@fiddleheadferncafe.com.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 24 |ÌýPickup:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-300-8111,ÌýÌý
Big Sky Cafe (47 South Old Orchard, Webster Groves):ÌýÌýMain dishes include brined Buttonwood Farms turkey breast, rosemary and red wine-braised pot roast and honey soy glazed salmon. Also available are sides such as spinach and dried cherry salad, shaved Brussels sprout salad, field greens, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, roasted cauliflower and Prairie Breeze cheddar gratin and more, including desserts.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 21 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 23, 26 and 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-962-5757,Ìý
Winslow’s Table (7213 Delmar Boulevard, University City):ÌýÌýFor holiday breakfast, Winslow’s offers quiche, a mushroom and greens frittata, breakfast burritos, pans of crispy bacon, roasted breakfast potatoes, breakfast sausage, biscuits and gravy, fruit salad and more. Available sides for your main event include mashed potatoes, kale and mushroom stuffing, green bean casserole, roasted carrot salad, beet salad and more.ÌýÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-725-7559,Ìý
SqWires Restaurant & Market (1415 South 18th Street):ÌýGuests can now preorder a whole roasted turkey breast and sides such as savory stuffing, skin-on mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, roasted balsamic Brussels sprouts, green beans with caramelized onion casserole, fresh cranberry sauce and more. Plated dinner options are also available for $37 per person.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNoonÌýNov. 22Ìý |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-865-3522,Ìý
Made. by Lia (610 Rue St. Francois, Florissant):ÌýPies are made from scratch, hand-rolled and hand-crimped, and flavors include bourbon pecan, apple crumb and classic pumpkin. There is also a limited quantity of gluten-free pumpkin available.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 20 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
LeGrand’s Market & Catering (4414 Donovan Avenue):ÌýÌýFresh raw turkey is available in both small and large sizes; for smaller crowds, the market offers raw turkey breast. Order a meal for four or opt for an individual dinner that includes turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing and green beans.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:Ìýscheduled upon order |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-353-6128,Ìý
Eckert’s (951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville):ÌýÌýThe farms are baking classics like pumpkin, apple, pecan and caramel apple walnut, all ready to add a sweet finish to any holiday meal. For a full holiday spread, try the Thanksgiving Feast, which includes boneless turkey breast, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, dinner rolls and pumpkin pie, all available for preorder to enjoy at home.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 25 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
Nathaniel Reid Bakery (11243 Manchester Road, Kirkwood):ÌýWhole quiches to start the day are available in spinach-mushroom, bacon or four cheese. Seasonal desserts available for preorder include the spiced pumpkin pound cake with apple cider glaze and caramelized pecans, chocolate croissant bread pudding with salted caramel sauce, roasted apple pie and more.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 20 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 23, 26 and 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-858-1019,Ìý
The Women’s Exchange (8811 Ladue Road, Suite A, Ladue):ÌýThe chicken pot pie is a customer favorite, as is the homemade quiche, available in spinach, bacon, three cheese, broccoli or asparagus and mushroom. Pair the quiche with sweet Junior League cinnamon roll trays for a flavorful breakfast. Charcuterie boards are available in small, medium and large sizes, plus desserts and more.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 21 |ÌýPickup:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
La Pâtisserie Chouquette (1626 Tower Grove Avenue):ÌýOfferings include a Louisiana sweet potato praline pie, bourbon pecan pie, pumpkin pie with fresh whipped cream and southern 7UP cake. The mini PieCaken serves 4 to 6 and is the perfect option when choosing one dessert becomes difficult.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 23 and 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-932-7935,Ìý
The Art of EntertainingÌý(8796 Big Bend Boulevard, Webster Groves):ÌýPackages include a whole raw turkey ready for roasting, sliced turkey breast, cranberry sauce, harvest salad, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, honey almond green beans, Italian rolls and pecan or pumpkin pie for dessert. Items are available to order à la carte.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-963-9899,Ìý
The Blue Duck (2661 Sutton Boulevard, Maplewood):ÌýÌýThe family package feeds 6 to 8 people, featuring a smoked turkey pot pie, 12 dinner rolls and three sides. The individual package includes a smoked turkey pot pie, three sides and one roll. Also available areÌýà la carte items such as smoked turkey pot pie, braised green beans, brown sugar glazed carrots, whipped sweet potatoes, red smashed potatoes, house salad and dinner rolls.ÌýOrder by: until sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:ÌýÌý314-769-9940,Ìý
Farmhaus (3527 Ivanhoe Avenue):ÌýFarmhaus is offering premium Amish turkey selections for your Thanksgiving table. Order online for a whole, half or quarter smoked turkey from Arthur, Illinois. Farmhaus uses its secret brine and dry rub to prepare the birds, and the fully cooked turkey is served with traditional gravy.ÌýOrder by: until sellout.Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 28 |ÌýInfo:ÌýÌý314-647-3800,Ìý
Frida’sÌý(622 North and South Road, University City):ÌýFrida’s is offering Thanksgiving preorders for individual vegan meals. Meals include house-made turkey seitan, mashed skin-on Yukon Gold potatoes, gravy, one roll, green bean casserole with crispy onions, Brussels sprouts with asiago, classic stuffing and cranberry-apricot sauce. For dessert, Frida's includes a pumpkin mousse with pecans. All items are vegan and available for pickup at Frida’s in University City or Station No. 3, with locations in both Benton Park and Kirkwood.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |ÌýPickup:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-727-6500,Ìý
Gourmet to GoÌý(multiple locations): Holiday offerings include a range of options, from expansive feasts to a more pared-down Thanksgiving celebration. A roasted, boneless turkey breast half, seasoned and ready to serve with gravy, is on the menu withÌýà la carte sides such as savory bread dressing, deluxe mashed potatoes, fresh green beans, whole berry cranberry sauce and more. Delivery is also available.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
Liliana’s (11836 Tesson Ferry Road):ÌýThe restaurant’s Thanksgiving Meal is available for preorder for $24.95 per person with a minimum order of four meals. The package includes roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, house salad, rolls, gravy and cannoli. Pumpkin pie can be added for an additional fee.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 26 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 and Nov. 28 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-729-1800,Ìý
Onesto Pizza & Trattoria (5401 Finkman Street):ÌýSmoked turkey (averaging 12 to 14 pounds)Ìý is cherrywood smoked, rubbed with Jovick Bros. seasoning and served with a quart of gravy. Sides and desserts serve approximately 10 people and include cranberry sauce, turkey gravy, roasted garlic smashed potatoes, green bean casserole, turkey dressing, house salad, pumpkin pie and pumpkin bread pudding.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 18 |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-802-8883,Ìý
Chicken Scratch (multiple locations):ÌýÌýA whole turkey is available from Farmstead Foods, a farm cooperative in Illinois; it gets dry brined and seasoned with the restaurant’s award-winning dry rub, then hits the rotisserie for a spin. All turkeys come with at-home reheating instructions. Looking for a smaller option? Order a classic rotisserie chicken, also available on the holiday menu. Both turkey and chicken can be ordered with a variety of sides, including mashed potatoes, gravy, Brussels sprouts, roasted squash, green beans, classic stuffing with pork sausage, kale salad and dinner rolls.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
The Cakery Bakery (1420 Tamm Avenue):ÌýÌýIts 8-inch turkey cake comes in French vanilla or chocolate and features a festive turkey decoration that is sure to be the talk of the table. The bakery also offers a Thanksgiving cookie cake, a Thanksgiving trio of cookies topped with the bakery's famous buttercream frosting, brownies and more.ÌýOrder by:ÌýASAP |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 23, 26 and 27 |ÌýInfo:ÌýÌý
Russo’s Gourmet Express (9904 Page Avenue):ÌýÌýOrder an entire Thanksgiving buffet — rotisserie turkey served with pan gravy and orange cranberry relish, fall harvest salad, classic homemade stuffing, green bean casserole, Yukon Gold mashed potatoes with pan gravy and a dinner roll with butter. Turkey by the pan is also available to order alongsideÌýà la carte side dishes. Russo’s pies serve eight, including chocolate silk, triple berry, apple crumble, pecan, pumpkin and banana split.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |ÌýPickup:Ìýby Nov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
Colleen’s Cookies (7337 Forsyth Boulevard, Clayton):ÌýPreorders are available for Thanksgiving pies. Selections include brown butter pumpkin pie, apple crumb pie and bourbon pecan pie.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-727-8427,ÌýÌý
Yolklore (8958 Watson Road, Crestwood):ÌýPies include Dutch apple pie or pumpkin pie with cinnamon cream. If pie isn’t your thing, the restaurant has several other options, such as turtle cheesecake, double fudge cake, blueberry coffee cake and gooey butter cake.ÌýOrder by:ÌýNov. 22 |±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-270-8538,Ìý
Across the Board 314 (2200 Belleville Avenue, Maplewood):ÌýThe Thanksgiving Tin is a 12-inch themed tin featuring three artisan cheeses, two charcuterie selections, olives, pickles and seasonal produce. The Holiday Box comes in two different sizes and features a variety of artisanal cheeses and charcuterie.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |ÌýPickupÌý5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 27, 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 28 |ÌýInfo:Ìý
Sugaree Baking Company (1242 Tamm Avenue):ÌýThe pie offerings from Sugaree include chocolate seduction, cherry, apple, pumpkin, pecan, peanut butter, sweet potato and maple buttermilk custard. If you’re looking for savory pies, the chicken pot pie and Guinness beef pot pie are also on the preorder menu.ÌýOrder by:Ìýuntil sellout |Ìý±Ê¾±³¦°ì³Ü±è:ÌýNov. 27 |ÌýInfo:Ìý314-6450-5496,Ìý
Bowood by Niche & Niche Food Group (7734 Forsyth Boulevard, Clayton): Desserts range from $40 cookie boxes stacked with 26 cookies, to 10-inch s'mores, pumpkin and pecan pies. In addition, choose from 10-inch quiche in a variety of flavors, plus coffee cake. Mims' rolls come in 6-packs, ready to be brushed with butter and baked at home. Order online and select your desired pickup date at nichefoodgroup.store. Order by: Nov. 25 or until sellout | Pickup: Nov. 26 and Nov. 27 during normal business hours at Pastaria Deli & Wine (11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) or Pastaria (4 to 9 p.m.) Info: