Need Catering or Takeout for Your Thanksgiving? Not a Problem Here in Houston

B.B. Italia offers a Thanksgiving To-Go Family Fest for Four ($165) featuring roast turkey breast with gravy, dressing, cranberry sauce, and dinner rolls, plus your chouse of two sides and the restaurant’s signature bread pudding for dessert. Guests can also order additional à la carte sides like mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, or green bean casserole. Pre-orders are available through November 23, with pickup on Wednesday, November 26. 

B&B Butchers, 1814 Washington Ave.: Enjoy full to-go turkey options, including a Whole Brined and Ready to Cook Turkey ($79) or a Pre-Cooked Smoked Turkey ($99). The menu also features Ready to Serve Roasted Prime Rib ($650 for a whole, $325 for a half), along with traditional sides including Cornbread & Sausage Stuffing ($50), Candied Yams ($55), Whipped Potatoes ($40), Brussel Sprouts ($65), Creamed Spinach ($60), Cranberry Sauce ($28), and Giblet Gravy ($28). House-baked Pumpkin, Pecan, and Apple Crumble Pies are also available for $40 each. To-go offerings will be available for pickup from Tuesday, November 25 through Thanksgiving Day at 4PM.  

Texas-Creole Sides, Sauces and Desserts from Brennan’s of Houston: Pre-order by Nov. 22 at 11 a.m. for pickup on Nov. 25 or Nov. 26.  Feed crews large and small with the comforting flavors of the holidays, enhanced with fine Texas-Creole touches. Prep your own protein, and let Brennan’s cover essential starters (turtle soup and gumbo!), sides (smoked gouda and Andouille mac, oyster dressing, Texas cornbread pudding), sauces and desserts, including whole pies (pecan or lemon meringue) and Creole bread pudding. Limited supply available for pre-order only for pickup Nov. 26 and Nov. 27.

Caracol, 2200 Post Oak Blvd. #160: Chef Hugo’s versions of traditional classics are a must for every holiday occasion. Orders should be placed by Sunday, November 23 for pick-up on Wednesday, November 26 from 10 am to 8 pm (you will select your time).   Order online at www.caracol.net. Caracol is closed Thanksgiving Day. Photo courtesy of Caracol

Etoile Cuisine et Bar, 1101-11 Uptown Park Blvd: When you’re short on time or want to make a good impression with family and friends, bring Chef Philippe’s cooking to your table.  Holiday foods to-go from Etoile must be placed on or before November 24 by calling 832-668-5808.  Early pick-ups available November 25-27.  (While supplies last)

Georgia James: Planning to host at home? Don’t fret you can choose from GJ’s Thanksgiving To-Go Packages, which include Turkey Dinners to Prime Rib Feasts, and even a seafood option with Seabass with all of the classic holiday side-dishes. And, it doesn’t end there, even the desserts are covered. Homemade pecan piespumpkin pie a la mode, and chocolate cake. A holiday celebration you and your guests won’t forget. Pre-orders for Thanksgiving To-Go are due by Saturday, November 22. Pick-up on Wednesday, November 26th before 5pm. View Thanksgiving To-Go Menu Options here.

 Goode Company Meal Kits: Each meal kit includes either mesquite-smoked turkey breast or a whole mesquite-smoked turkey, a variety of sides and a dessert. The meal kits serve 6-8 guests and sell within a range of $125 to $255 depending on the chosen meal option. Pre-order for the meal kits are available through Thursday, November 20. Orders can be placed online HERE. Guests can purchase whole meal kits or select a la carte. Goode Company’s famous Brazos Bottom Pecan Pie is available for purchase in various packaging options and ships nationwide. Guests will choose pick-up location at grocers.goodecompany.com/pages/thanksgiving. Pick-up for orders will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25 and Wednesday, November 26 at Goode Co. Armadillo Palace, Goode Co. BBQ Memorial, Goode Co. BBQ on Highway 290 or Goode Co. Fish Camp in The Woodlands. Photo courtesy of Goode Co.

Grupo Herrera Catering & Events Thanksgiving To-Go Family Meal: Grupo Herrera Catering & Events offers a complete Thanksgiving To-Go Family Meal for $165 (plus tax & gratuity). This generous package serves up to 10 people and includes a 15–17 pound roasted turkey accompanied by sautéed green beans, mashed sweet potatoes, cornbread stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, and a dozen freshly baked rolls. Orders can be placed by calling 832-653-6853 and will be available for pickup at Galiana’s Tex Mex & Agave Bar, located at 24110 US-290 #500, Cypress, TX 77429, on Thursday, November 27, from 10 AM to 4 PM. Orders will be accepted until Wednesday, November 26, at 12 PM. Learn more about our Grupo Herrera’s Thanksgiving To-Go Family Meal here. 

Hugo’s, 1602 Westheimer @ Mandell; Bring the flavors of Hugo’s Authentic Regional Mexican cuisine to your Thanksgiving table with foods to-go from the award-winning restaurant.  Orders should be placed by Sunday, November 23 for pick-up on Wednesday, November 26 from 10 am to 8 pm (you will select your time).  Order online at www.hugosrestaurant.net.  Hugo’s is closed Thanksgiving Day.

Kenny & Ziggy’s, 1743 Post Oak Boulevard: The famed deli has created a pick-up and take-home Thanksgiving menu that covers the gamut of traditional Puritan to traditional East European. In addition to the special meal package, side items can be purchased a la carte.  Orders should be placed by November 20 by 2 pm for pick-up on Wednesday, November 26 from 8 am to 2 pm. Kenny & Ziggy’s will close at 2 pm on Wednesday, November 26, is closed on Thanksgiving Day, and will reopen on Friday, November 28 at 8 am. In addition to the meal and a la carte to go, there is also a variety of Holiday Entertaining Platters available from now until January 2.  Menus can be found online at www.kennyandziggys.com. Photo courtesy of Kenny & Ziggy’s.

Dinner Rolls and More at Kolache Shoppe: Pre-order 48 hours in advance for pickup prior to Thanksgiving at Greenway, Heights and Memorial; Pearland open until noon on Thanksgiving. Kolache Shoppe features special items during the holiday season, including pillowy soft dinner rolls, which are available for pre-order now through December. Place orders with 48-hour notice via the online form or via email to your preferred pickup location. Dinner Rolls — These buttery, fluffy yeast rolls are the perfect addition to any holiday meal. Available for pre-order Nov. 1 through the end of December. $7/dozen. Photo: Becca Wright

Latuli, 8900 Gaylord Dr.; Take the stress out of holiday cooking with a special takeout menu featuring elevated Gulf Coast-inspired classics and comforting seasonal favorites. Orders can be placed by emailing info@latuli.com, with pick-up available Nov. 24-26. 

Holidays a la Molina’s Cantina: Restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving. Pick up pre-orders by Wednesday, Nov. 26.; Round out holiday meals with classic tamales or outsource the whole operation to Molina’s for a Tex-Mex fiesta. For large orders, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice. Catering menu here. Call your nearest location to order. 

Montrose Cheese & Wine is offering Thanksgiving boxes and wine bundles designed for hosting, gifting or contributing elevated sides and starters to any gathering. Pickup available Nov. 21–26; delivery within Houston and to outer loop suburbs including Katy and The Woodlands is available Nov. 25. Order here. Photo courtesy of Montrose Cheese & Wine.

The Pit Room, 1201 Richmond Ave; The Pit Room has you covered this Thanksgiving with their to-go feast options. Indulge in their popular 18 lb. average Whole Turkeys ($110) that are brined for 48 hours in brown sugar, sage and apples and seasoned with our house poultry rub and smoked over post oak. Other options include their Whole Briskets ($125) – an average of five pounds and accompanied by a quart of BBQ sauce or Smoked Hams ($75) – an average of six pounds and honey glazed and smoked over post oak. Add a sweet note to your feast with their homemade Dozen Assorted Cookies ($35). Plus, take the stress out of making drinks for the whole party with The Pit Room’s 750ml Pre-Batched Cocktails – available in Margarita ($39) or Bold Fashioned ($48). Photo: Duc Hoang  

Rainbow Lodge: Rainbow Lodge is offering Thanksgiving To-Go, which will be available for pick-up November 25-27.  There is limited availability, and 3-day advance notice is needed before your selected pick-up date.  To order, call 713-861-8666.

Southern Standard Hospitality: Cater your Thanksgiving with style, offering a pick-up feast. From the elegant roasted turkey and homemade French onion stuffing to creamy mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts with bacon-jam sparkle, their menu offers the classics with a refined twist. The cheesy potato hash– a rich combination of creamy cheese and buttery potatoes is a standout, and add kale apple slaw with poppy seed dressing for something unexpected, plus desserts ready to go.  Energy Corridor14775 Memorial Dr

Tony’s: This Thanksgiving, Tony’s is once again bringing the poetry of dining home. The Thanksgiving To-Go menu features everything from a perfectly roasted 22–24 lb turkey to classic sides like mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, green beans, and indulgent desserts, including pumpkin pie, apple pie, tuxedo cake, and praline cheesecake. Orders are available for pick-up on Wednesday, November 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Tony’s. Guests can complete the order form and return it to frontdesktonys@gmail.com

TRUTH BBQ, 110 S Heights Blvd; Skip the stress and bring home a feast straight from the pit. TRUTH BBQ’s brined and pit-smoked Whole Turkey ($145) weighs in at 10–12 pounds and feeds 8–10 people, making it perfect for a holiday table. Round out the spread with family-style sides like Green Beans, Corn Pudding, Sweet Potato Mash, and Stuffing ($65 each, serves 6–8), plus a quart of rich Gravy ($25). Available for pickup only at TRUTH BBQ Houston (The Heights) on November 25 or 26. Pre-order early — these birds go fast! Photo credit: Ben Sassani

Featured photo: Duc Hoang