Sometimes you just don’t want to cook on Thanksgiving. Many local restaurants have gotten hip to the idea of to-go Thanksgiving dinners or catered Thanksgiving meals for the most stress-free version of the holiday possible. We’ve included an option for full catered meals, to-go sides, to-go desserts, and in-restaurant buffets.
Thanksgiving To-Go Meals in Pittsburgh
fl.2
The team at fl.2 has whipped up a “Turkey to Go” menu that’ll definitely inspire gratitude. Of course, the star of the show is their Oven Roasted Turkey in both 10-pound and 20-pound options. But, from Candied Sweet Potatoes and Fried Brussels Sprouts to Roasted Butternut squash and Bourbon Pecan Pie for dessert, fl.2 puts spins on classic dishes focused on quality with a chef-curated touch to each of the dishes.
Bistro to Go
One of Pittsburgh’s premier caterers, Bistro to Go has a wide range of options for Thanksgiving. You can get an “individual dinner” for only $32, as well as a vegan option for $35. Though that dinner is meant for one person, it features huge portions of maple glazed turkey (or Vegan “Turkey” Loaf), stuffing, cranberry chutney, potatoes, roll, side salad, and green beans. Bistro is also offering a variety of trays, dips, entrees, sides, and full meals for anyone entertaining a big group.
Braddock’s Rebellion
Leave the meal prep to Braddock’s Rebellion this year for an affordable and extensive Thanksgiving meal. They’re offering dry herb brined 14-pound turkey, a choice of salad (Caesar, tossed green, beet and goat cheese), a choice of potatoes (roasted sweet potatoes, buttermilk mashed potatoes, or herb roasted redskins), green bean casserole, asiago and sweet onion stuffing, turkey gravy, cranberry and orange chutney, and dinner roll knots. Then, close out the night with New York Cheesecake, Pumpkin Pie, or Key Lime Pie. Pickup on November 26.
Sprezzatura
Jen Saffron’s Sprezzatura is one of Pittsburgh’s top caterers (you can learn more about her story in our profile of her!) and her Thanksgiving menu never disappoints. This year, celebrate with Wild Rice, Sausage and Mushroom Stuffing, Stuffed Squash, Turkey and Walnut, and Cranberry Meatballs, Roasted Vegetable Lasagna and even a Vegan Pumpkin Pie. Of course, she also has a turkey. But elements like Calabrian Cauliflower and Chocolate Espresso Tart add her unique culinary style to her menu. You’ll pick it all up on Thanksgiving morning so it’s as fresh as can be.
Black Radish Kitchen
Black Radish has a “Thanksgiving Sides Delivery” that they’re calling “b-y-o-bird” this year. While there’s no turkey, you do get a spread of sides that are easily reheat-able. They’re serving up Herb Butter Mashed Potatoes, Good Gravy, Cranberry Orange Jam, Green Beans with Maple Pecan and Fried Prosciutto, Sweet Potato and Leek Gratin, Grilled Cabbage with Garlic and Chili, a Big Fall Salad with Shaved Fennel, Roasted Apple, Quinoa, Walnuts, Feta and Lemon Vinaigrette, Bleu Cheese Bread Pudding, Fancy Butter, and Herbed Focaccia.
Cooked Goose Catering
This catering company has a huge meal ready for you and your family and friends, as their decadent Thanksgiving Heat ‘n Serve package serves ten people. If you’re really looking for a classic, traditional Thanksgiving but without the cooking, the Cooked Goose catering menu is a good option. Think dishes like Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Sweet Potato Casserole, Buttered Corn Niblets, Homemade Stuffing, Gravy, and of course, a Whole Butterball Turkey.
Third Space Bakery
If you don’t mind cooking but aren’t into baking pies, we get it. Baking is complicated, and cooking and baking are two different skill sets. Luckily, Third Space Bakery offers to-go Thanksgiving pies with a deadline to order by November 19. But, outside of their delicious desserts, they also have your Thanksgiving bread supply on hand. Try their Pumpkin Loaf, House Loaf, Soft Dinner Rolls, and Fougasse. You can even “Buy a Pie for a Neighbor” to donate one of their pies to 412 Food Rescue for those in need this holiday season.
Pane è Pronto
A Thanksgiving meal kit from Pane è Pronto means that you can delight in the completion of a feast without all the cooking stress. Their packages for two or four people include a main course of Porchetta-Seasoned Turkey Breast with White Wine-Braised Turkey Thighs or Thick-Sliced Porchetta with Gravy. Along with the turkey you’ll also recieve Pumpkin Rosemary Dinner Rolls with Apple Fennel Butter, Cacio e Pepe Mashed Potatoes, Sausage, Spinach, Apple & Pine Nut Stuffing, Roasted Cauliflower with Pesto, Breadcrumb and Pine Nut Topping, Cranberry Fennel Sauce, and cookies for dessert.
Story by Emma Riva
Photo courtesy of Black Radish Kitchen
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