Updated November 2024 by Katie Leigh Matthews
Whether you’re looking for some help putting on a full Thanksgiving spread or you’d rather not set foot in the kitchen at all this year, Birmingham’s culinary creatives can help. We’re offering up a list of several standout eateries with downright delicious holiday takeout. That means you can get the warm fuzzies by supporting local businesses, spending less time in the kitchen, and enjoying more time with family!
Ashley Mac’s
Locations: Cahaba Heights, Downtown, Inverness, Riverchase, and Homewood
More info: ashleymacs.com
The team at Ashley Mac’s is stepping up their Turkey Day game this year by offering four bundles:
The breakfast bundle ($72) includes a breakfast casserole, baked cheese grits, and sour cream biscuits. The turkey bundle ($130) consists of a Boar’s Head turkey breast, cornbread dressing, sweet potato casserole, and sour cream biscuits. The ham bundle ($120) includes a Boar’s Head ham, brown sugar-bacon green beans, twice-baked mashed potatoes, and sour cream biscuits.
Finally, the ‘Traditional Trimmings’ bundle ($75 to $135) includes brown sugar-bacon green beans, cornbread dressing, squash casserole, sweet potato casserole, and twice-baked mashed potatoes. Each bundle serves at least six people, and à la carte options are also available.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Check out the holiday menu to place your order online. Select ‘Holiday Bundles’ from the dropdown menu (à la carte options are under the ‘Gourmet To-Go’ menu), choose your location, and schedule your pickup date and time. The deadline to order is Sunday, November 24.
Iz Catering
Neighborhood: Vestavia Hills
More info: everythingiz.com
Iz Catering in Vestavia Hills offers the entire Thanksgiving meal — from deep-fried turkey and praline sweet potato casserole to cranberry chutney and caramel cake. All items are sold à la carte, so if you only need one dish to take to your family’s gathering, you can shop online, and your work is done. Alternatively, you can order the whole Turkey Day spread.
All items are made from scratch and never frozen. “The casseroles are ready to bake, so your house will truly smell like Thanksgiving without all the fuss,” says owner Kay Reed.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Orders may be placed online. Pickup is scheduled for Wednesday, November 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Iz the Place, 3325 Rocky Ridge Plz Suite 100 in Vestavia Hills.
Homewood Gourmet
Neighborhood: Homewood
More info: homewoodgourmet.com
Homewood Gourmet’s fantastic menu features appetizers like parmesan-artichoke dip and pimento cheese, and traditional sides like praline sweet potatoes, buttermilk mashed potatoes, and marinated and roasted vegetables. You can also snag delicious desserts like pumpkin pie, chocolate chess pie, and pumpkin bread pudding with bourbon caramel — not to mention the soups, sauces, rolls, and even housemade boudin sausage, which is perfect for taking your turkey stuffing to the next level.
“Everything is made from scratch and ready to heat on Thanksgiving day,” says Homewood Gourmet co-owner Laura Zapalowski. “Our baby blue salad is very popular, and so are our spiced pecans.”
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Place your order via email or phone (205) 871-1620 by Friday, November 22. Pickup is Monday, November 25, through Wednesday, November 27. See the full menu here.
Feast Catering
Neighborhood: Mountain Brook
More info: feastbham.com
Feast on Feast Catering this Thanksgiving with its complete meal bundles, serving anywhere from three to 12 people. “Our chefs have crafted a menu that honors the familiar flavors we all know and love, but with a seasonal creative twist,” says Feast Chef Lindsey Noto. “From our Chorizo and Granny Smith Apple Stuffing to our Brie Mac and Cheese, every dish will be thoughtfully prepared to feel both nostalgic and fresh!”
All bundles include turkey or ham (or both for larger bundles) and your choice of one casserole, side, gravy, and cranberry relish. You can also order items à la carte, and there’s even a pickup option for Thanksgiving Day!
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Place your order online by 3 p.m. on Friday, November 22. Someone will reach out to schedule your pickup at Feast Catering & Culinary Kitchen for Tuesday, November 26, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday, November 27, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or Thursday, November 28, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Martin’s Bar-B-Que
Neighborhood: Cahaba Heights
More info: martinsbbqjoint.com
Enjoy a traditional Southern Thanksgiving with Martin’s Bar-B-Que. Its accessible, family-style takeout offerings are the perfect solution for those looking for a delicious, time-saving alternative this holiday. Made to feed families of all sizes, Martin’s offers two packages — one for a small gathering of four to six guests ($150) and a larger option for 12 to 15 people ($265). Both bundles include smoked ham or turkey, dinner rolls, sides, and a dessert. You can also purchase sides, desserts, meats, and beverages à la carte.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Place your order online here. Orders are available starting Monday, November 25, and extend through November 30. You can schedule your pickup between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m.
Vaughn and Company
Neighborhood: Mountain Brook
More info: vaughantogo.com
Vaughn and Company, a Mountain Brook go-to for dine-in and to-go meals for the whole family, offers all the Thanksgiving sides you need to complete your feast this year. Order a sausage, egg, and cheese bake or sausage pinwheels for breakfast, and casseroles, sweet potatoes, green beans, and Brussels sprouts to serve alongside your turkey dinner.
They’re also offering desserts, small bites, and appetizers, including mini poppy seed ham and Swiss and hot browns, asparagus roll-ups, fig goat cheese spread, candied bacon, deviled eggs, and more.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Call (205) 999-9097 or email to place your order by November 18. Pickup is on Wednesday, November 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Real & Rosemary
Neighborhood: Locations in Crestline Village, The Summit, and Homewood
More info: realandrosemary.com
Feast without the fuss, thanks to Real & Rosemary’s Thanksgiving offerings. Suggested menus include smoked turkey or rosemary ham accompanied by delicious à la carte dishes, such as cornbread dressing, macaroni and cheese, charred carrots, Brussels sprouts slaw, and cranberry relish.
“The sweet potato casserole with sorghum pecan topping is always a favorite, and you can also order it in-store through the holidays,” says owner Jennifer Mims.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: View the Thanksgiving menu here and place your order over the phone or online by Sunday, November 24. Pickup will be on Wednesday, November 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Homewood location.
Katie’s Plates
Neighborhood: Delivers throughout Birmingham
More info: katiesplates.com
Looking for gluten-free and dairy-free options for your Thanksgiving? Katie’s Plates has you covered. This gourmet delivery service specializes in healthy meal deliveries that accommodate dietary restrictions, and Thanksgiving is no different. There are plenty of classics to choose from, like a gluten-free Garlic & Herb Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast (serves six to eight people), a gluten-free, dairy-free sweet potato casserole, or a traditional stuffing and green bean casserole.
This year, they’re also bringing back some fan favorites, including Katie’s Famous Comeback Macaroni and Cheese and the gluten-free carrot soufflé with cinnamon-pecan crumble. For dessert, grab some gluten-free pumpkin bread and gluten-free and dairy-free pumpkin snickerdoodles.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Order online by 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 23. Katie’s Plates will deliver your Thanksgiving goodies right to your door on Tuesday, November 26, between 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday, November 27, between 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Meals by Misty
Neighborhood: Locations in Homewood and Trussville
More info: mealsbymisty.com
A hidden gem tucked away in Trussville and Homewood, Meals by Misty is a grab-and-go gourmet grocery store and caterer specializing in meals-to-go that are made fresh daily. The holiday menus are extra special, with favorites like cornbread dressing, mascarpone mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, macaroni and cheese, and green bean casserole.
You can also enjoy some of their most requested desserts, including pecan pie, pumpkin pie, and a delicious bread pudding. Meals by Misty also serves a smoked whole turkey, bone-in spiral ham, apricot glazed bacon-wrapped pork loin, or vegetable lasagna. Sit back, relax with family, and enjoy the tastiest holiday of the year.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Place your order online by November 22. You can schedule your pickup at their Trussville or Homewood locations between November 25 and 27.
La Farre
Neighborhood: Locations in Trussville and Guntersville
More info: lafarre.com
If you’ve got the turkey, Trussville’s favorite upscale market can take care of the rest of your Thanksgiving spread! You can also order a honey-glazed spiral ham for your entrée and check Thanksgiving prep off your list altogether. They’ve got you covered on all the basics, from deviled eggs to old-fashioned cornbread dressing to pecan pie.
To really wow your guests, pick up some smoked gouda mac and cheese, maple-Dijon roasted carrots, and pumpkin cheesecake. Their small portions will serve up to six, and you can feed up to 20 with the large serving sizes.
2024 DEADLINE & PICKUP: Place your order online by November 23. They are accepting last-minute orders through November 25, but they will be subject to availability. All Trussville orders can be picked up at Pinnacle Mall beside Casa Fiesta, just down the road from the Market. There is also a pickup option at Pure & Simple in Guntersville. All orders can be scheduled for pick up on November 26 or 27.
Happy Thanksgiving, Birmingham!
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