Butterball Turkey fans everywhere beware: America’s largest producer of turkeys has reported an alarming shortage of the birds. According to Fox, Butterball announced that they “will be shipping out half as many large, fresh never-frozen turkeys to retailers this year.” Talk about a turkey crises. But no fear – it’s not too late to order a Thanksgiving turkey and side dishes today from a few local Boston restaurants.
These Thanksgiving menus to-go are also certainly helpful for those who don’t feel like spending their entire Thanksgiving day in the kitchen (and who could blame them). Or for those who simply can’t cook – oops. To make your Turkey Day a tad easier, we’ve compiled a list of the best take out options in the Hub (and beyond). Order your turkey before it’s gone and delicious side dishes today!
Area Four
Purchase a free-range California heritage turkey from BN Ranch available in a various sizes for pre-order by Today, November 19. For a fresh (not frozen) turkey. The price is $8.75 per pound (sized 7-10, 10-13, 13-16, 16-20 and 20+ pounds) and $75 deposit required for all orders. The deposit is non-refundable for all orders placed after November 19.
To order call: 617-758-4445
Pre-Thanksgiving pickup: Area Four
Lumiere
In conjunction with Area Four, Lumiere is also offering free-range California heritage turkeys from BN Ranch. All turkeys must be pre-ordered by today, November 19. The price is $8.75 per pound (sized 7-10, 10-13, 13-16, 16-20 and 20+ pounds) and $75 deposit required for all orders. The deposit is non-refundable for all orders placed after November 19.
To order call 617-244-9199
Pickup at Lumiere before Thanksgiving
Del Frisco’s
Del Frisco’s is offering a various selection of Thanksgiving side dishes to go. Sides that are available for easy pickup include: Lobster Mac-n-Cheese, Signature Chateau potatoes, Potatoes Au Gratin, Spinach Supreme and Maque Choux Corn. Each dish is available in three sizes and advanced ordering is required. Prices range from $11-$46. Check out their website for more information.
To order call 617-951-1368. Sides should be ordered no later than November 27th.
Pickup on November 27.
New England Soup Factory
Located in both Newton and Brookline, this soup factory specializes in home-style comfort food with a contemporary twist. This Thanksgiving you can order your side dishes both from the New England Soup Factory and their sibling restaurant, The Modern Rotisserie to go including: Pumpkin Lobster & Ginger Soup, Sweet Potato Corn Chowder and Butternut Apple & Sage Soup. Some highlights at The Modern Rotisserie are Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Cornbread Stuffing, homemade gravy, and Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Rainbow Swiss Chard. The restaurant’s Rotisserie menu is only available in Newton. The complete Thanksgiving menu can be found here.
To order from Brookline location call soupline 617.739.1899 or phone 617.739.1695. To order from Newton location call soupline 617.558.9988 or phone 617.558.9966.
Pickup at either locations before Thanksgiving.
Formaggio Kitchen
To save you the hassle of cooking, Formaggio Kitchen is offering a take-home menu that features Thanksgiving fare such as house-made stuffing, fruit chutney, homemade gravy, creamed spinach and garlic mashed potatoes, as well as a host of seasonal desserts. Take a look at their full Thanksgiving menu here.
To order call 617.354.4750 by 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 24.
Pickup on Wednesday, November 27.
Abby Park
Abby Park is offering Thanksgiving sides-to-go including: lobster dip, tomato & mozzarella appetizer, beet salad, roasted brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes and bourbon pecan bread pudding.
To order call 617.696.8700 by 5:00pm on Monday, November 25.
Pickup before 9:00pm on Wednesday, November 27.
Alta Strada
Alta Strada is offering a “Thanksgiving from the Market” menu this season. Order Thanksgiving sides such as brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes, butternut square puree with sage, homestyle gravy, and fresh cranberry with orange zest. As well as desserts such as apple pie and pumpkin buttermilk cheesecake.
To order call 781.489.2050 by Sunday, November 24.
Pickup on Wednesday, November 27.
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