Where to Order Thanksgiving Dinner, Side Dishes, Pies and Desserts in Chicago and the North Shore

Did you hear — Thanksgiving is early this year, which means you need to get your plans in place stat. Cooking up a feast with loved ones is a treasured part of the holiday, but bringing in a few delicious locally made side dishes and desserts (or even the whole meal) is a wonderful way to support local restaurants — and free up some time in your day to relax.

Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or joining others this Thanksgiving, check out these delicious menus that you can order for pick-up from our favorite Chicago and North Shore restaurants.

Aboyer

Carryout & Dine-In
$75.00 per person (plus gratuity and tax)
Carryout orders will be available for pick-up from noon until 1:30pm every half hour.

Meals Include:

  • Chef Michael’s Signature Warm Gougeres
  • Warm Baguette & Whipped Honey Butter
  • Candied Squash Bisque with Toasted Brioche Croutons    

Each party may choose one or both of the meats below:

  • Brown Sugar Brined & Roasted Locally Farmed Turkey with Pan Gravy
  • Roasted Tenderloin of Berkshire Farms Pork       

Each guest will enjoy all of the following sides:

  • Sage & Angus Ground Beef Dressing (Stuffing)
  • Creamy Whipped Mashed Potatoes
  • Sweet Potato Gratin
  • Green Beans Tossed with Garlic and Brioche Breadcrumbs
  • Grand Marnier, Toasted Walnut Cranberry Compote        

Each guest will enjoy all of the following desserts:

  • Warm Poached Pear Financier
  • Individual Roasted Pumpkin-Mascarpone Cheesecake
  • Grand Marnier Chocolate Truffles

Order on Tock.

64 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka IL
(847) 441-3100

Antico Posto

Butternut Squash Ravioli

Serves 4-6 people; $179.95, plus tax
Carry-out Wednesday, November 23 from 10:00am to 4:00pm

Meal includes:

  • House Bread with Giardiniera
  • Roasted Turkey Breast with Traditional Gravy
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Traditional Stuffing

A la carte items for 4-6 people include:

  • Chopped Salad
  • Roasted Turkey Breast with gravy
  • Butternut Squash Ravioli
  • Gnocchi Fungi
  • Mashed Potatoes

All orders must be placed on Tock by Saturday, November 19 at 4:00 pm.

118 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
(630) 586-9200

Beatrix – River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, Oak Brook
A Best of 2022 Winner – Best Breakfast/Brunch (City)

Beatrix Pumpkin Pecan Pie

Serves 4-6 people; $179.95, plus tax
Carry-out Wednesday, November 23 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Meal includes:

  • Herb Roasted Turkey Breast
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Holiday Green Beans
  • Traditional Stuffing
  • Traditional Gravy
  • Parker House Rolls
  • House-Made Cranberry Sauce 

A la carte items for 4-6 people include:

  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Traditional Stuffing
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Honeycrisp Apple Salad

Orders must be placed by Saturday, November 19 at 12:00 pm.

River North: 519 N Clark St, Chicago, 312-284-1377
Streeterville: 671 N St Clair St, Chicago, 312-642-0001
Fulton Market: 834 W Fulton Market, Chicago, 312-733-0370
Oak Brook: 272 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, 630-491-1415

Bennison’s Bakery
A Best of 2022 Winner – Best Bakery (Suburbs)

Harvest Bread

Open Wednesday, November 25th from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Thursday, November 26th from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Holiday items Include:

  • Pumpkin Pie
  • French Silk Pie
  • Banana Cream Pie
  • Sack Apple Pie
  • Pecan Pie
  • Apple Pie
  • Sweet Potato Pie
  • Lemon Meringue Pie
  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Galette
  • Turkey Cookies
  • Mini Turkey Cakes
  • Pumpkin Breakfast Bread
  • Dinner Rolls

Thanksgiving orders should be placed at least 48 hours in advance.

1000 Davis St., Evanston
847-328-9434

Blind Faith Cafe

Shiitake Walnut Loaf

Serves 6 people; $95.00, plus tax
Carry-out Wednesday, November 23 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Meal includes:

  • Whole Shiitake Walnut Loaf
  • Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  • Cranberry Chutney
  • Vegetable Gravy

A la carte items include:

  • Apple-Peach Cobbler
  • Vegan Pumpkin Bread
  • Corn Bread Muffins
  • Vegetable Pot Pie
  • Yellow Coconut Curry (serves two)

Orders must be placed by Saturday, November 19 at 12:00 pm.

525 Dempster St., Evanston, 847-328-6875

Convito Cafe & Market

A la Carte Menu
Carry-out on Wednesday, November 23 from 10:30 am – 7:00 pm

A la carte items include:

  • Herb Roasted Turkey Breast
  • Rindsgulash
  • Bacon Wrapped Pork Medallions
  • Butternut Squash Gratin
  • Butternut Squash Soup
  • Lenti-Pancetta Soup
  • Bella Brussels Salad
  • Savory Herb Bread Stuffing
  • Mashed Potato Boule
  • Honey Glazed Carrots
  • Grandma’s Corn Budino
  • Brown Rice Almondine
  • Rustic Apple or Cherry Tart
  • Pumpkin Cheesecake

Orders must be placed by Wednesday, November 23.

1515 Sheridan Road, Wilmette
847-251-3654

Di Pescara

Di Pescara

$54.95, plus tax per person
Carry-out Wednesday, November 23 from 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Meal includes:

  • Ciabatta Bread
  • Orchard Salad with Green Goddess Dressing
  • Butternut Squash Soup with Candied Pumpkin Seeds
  • Roasted Turkey from Harrison Farms served with Gravy
  • Almond Crusted Lake Superior Whitefish
  • Herb Focaccia Stuffing
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Green Bean Casserole
  • Baked Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar Butter Sauce
  • Cranberry and Orange Relish
  • Pumpkin Pie
  • Baked Apple Crostata

A la carte items include:

  • Key Lime Pie
  • Apple Crostata
  • Chocolate Mousse
  • Whole Pumpkin Pie

Orders must be placed by Wednesday, November 23.

2124 Northbrook Court, Northbrook
847-498-4321

Ema

Ema’s Pumpkin Hummus with House Bread

$62.95, plus tax per person
Carry-out and delivery Wednesday, November 23 from 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Meal includes:

  • Classic Hummus with Crudité
  • Pumpkin Hummus with House Bread
  • Greek Salad
  • Farro Risotto with Delicata Squash, Lemon Brown Butter, Parmesan and Dried Mint
  • Crispy Brussels Sprouts
  • Beef Tenderloin Kebab
  • Cider & Sumac Brined Roast Turkey Breast with Preserved Lemon Gravy
  • Honey Pie

A la carte items include:

  • Whole Honey Pie
  • Select Red or White Wines

Orders must be placed by 3:00 pm on Monday, November 21.

74 W Illinois St, Chicago
312-527-5586

L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge

L. Woods Coconut Cream Pie

$64.95, plus tax per person
Carry-out and delivery Wednesday, November 23 from 9:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Meal includes:

  • Oven Roasted Turkey Breast and Gravy
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • House-Made Stuffing
  • Green Bean Almondine
  • House-Made Cranberry and Apple Strudel

A la carte items, most serving 8-10 people, include:

  • L. Woods Chopped Salad
  • Au Gratin Potatoes
  • House-Made Stuffing
  • Candied Sweet Potatoes
  • Key Lime Pie
  • Coconut Cream Pie
  • Pumpkin Pie
  • Select Red or White Wines

Orders must be placed by 5:00 pm on Friday, November 18.

7110 Lincoln Ave, Lincolnwood
847-677-3350

Pit & Tap
A Best of 2022 Winner — Best New Restaurant & Best Barbecue (Suburbs)

A la Carte Menu
Carry-out for cold items Wednesday, November 23 from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm; Hot items on November 24 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

A la carte items include:

  • Smoked Whole Turkey
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Elote
  • Chopped Salad
  • Corn Bread
  • Gravy
  • Cranberry Sauce
  • Pumpkin Pie with Ginger Snap Crust

Orders for turkeys must be placed by November 13. Orders for additional sides must be placed by November 19.

1168 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette
847-920-7227

Siena Tavern/Barn Siena Old Orchard

Feeds two; $130, plus tax
Carry-out on Wednesday, November 23

Packages include:

  • Gremolata Stuffed Porchetta
  • Taleggio Whipped Potatoes with Chives
  • Prosciutto Sausage & Red Pepper Focaccia Stuffing with Fried Sage
  • Nonna’s Lasagna Bolognese
  • Butternut Squash Arancini
  • Green Beans Gorgonzola with Candied Walnuts
  • Lemon Ricotta Stuffed Artichokes
  • Fall Harvest Salad

Siena Tavern Thanksgiving to-go orders can be placed here.
51 W Kinzie St., Chicago

Bar Siena (Old Orchard) Thanksgiving to-go orders can be placed here.
4999 Old Orchard Road, Skokie

Soul & Smoke — Evanston, Avondale, West Loop
A Best of 2022 Winner – Best Food Truck

A la Carte Menu
Carry-out on Wednesday, November 23 from 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm in Evanston and 2:00 – 4:00 pm in Avondale and West Loop

A la carte items include:

  • Herb Roasted Turkey Breast
  • Cajun Smoked Turkey Breast
  • Smoked Pulled Pork
  • Smoked Beef Brisket
  • Roasted Holiday Ham
  • Braised Duck Quarters
  • Spare Ribs
  • Traditional Herb Stuffing
  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Herb Gravy
  • Cornbread Muffins
  • Cranberry Sauce
  • Braised Brussels Sprouts
  • Candied Yams
  • Green Bean Casserole
  • Collard Greens
  • Creamy Apple Slaw
  • Harvest Cobb Salad

Evanston: 1601 Payne St., 847-859-2732
Avondale: 3057 N Rockwell St., Chicago, -773-648-7610
West Loop (Time Out Market): 916 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago

Spirit Elephant
A Best of 2022 Winner – Best Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurant (Suburbs)

Serves 2; $140, plus tax per person
Carry-out Wednesday, November 23

Vegan Menu includes:

  • “Turkey” Breast Cutlets
  • Mushroom Gravy
  • Butternut Squash Soup
  • Cornbread Stuffing
  • Maple Carrots and Green Beans
  • Roasted Vegetables
  • Housemade Cranberry Sauce
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Cornbread Muffins
  • Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Limited number of dinners available; place your order ASAP.

924 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka
847-348-9000

Vanille Patisserie

For every 10 pies sold, Vanille Patisserie will donate one pie to Fight 2 Feed, an organization that looks closely at how to minimize food waste in local restaurants by preparing unused ingredients to make meals for people in need. 

Pie List:

  • Pumpkin with Cinnamon Whipped Cream, $35.95
  • Apple Streusel, $42.95
  • Traditional Pecan, $42.95
  • Chocolate Hazelnut Silk Pie, $45.95
  • Butterscotch Cream $42.95November Sunshine, $42.95

2108 N. Clark St., Chicago
773-868-4574


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