Where to pre-order your Thanksgiving dinner

Allergic to your stove? No problem — here’s where to go.

Peace of Soul employee holding two plates of food

A Peace of Soul Vegan Kitchen has you covered for vegan side dishes. | Photo via Let’s Meat Less

Thanksgiving without the prep and cleanup? Count us in. If you’re looking for local restaurants offering a turkey day spread — from stuffing to the whole bird — look no further. These eateries are here to take the stress out of Thanksgiving in Columbia.

A Peace of Soul Vegan Kitchen | Preorder a full vegetarian spread with BBQ “chicken” strips, mac and cheese, candied yams, and double-layer cakes. Orders close Sunday, Nov. 23 at 12 p.m. for pickup Wednesday, Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

City Grit | Thanksgiving dinner, handled. Turkey, gravy, Southern sides, and your choice of pies feed up to eight. Half and full orders ready for pickup Tuesday, Nov. 25 and Wednesday, Nov. 26.

City Limits Barbecue | Snag some smoked brisket, beef ribs, and more from one of Columbia’s most celebrated barbecue spots. All dishes come chilled with reheating instructions. Pickup is Wednesday, Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Crave Artisan Market | Preorder specialty pies like Pumpkin Streusel, Buttermilk, and Pecan by Monday, Nov. 17 for pickup Tuesday, Nov. 25.

The Grand | The Main Street restaurant is serving up stress-free Thanksgiving with fully cooked feasts and easy reheat instructions. Order by Saturday, Nov. 22 and pick up either Wednesday, Nov. 26 or Thanksgiving Day.

Home Team BBQ

Feast on these items from Home Team BBQ and give thanks. | photo by @COLAtoday

Home Team BBQ | Preorder smoked turkey or ham with classic sides like cornbread stuffing, green bean casserole, and mashed sweet potatoes. Orders open Wednesday, Nov. 19, through Wednesday, Nov. 26 through the Five Points locations catering line at 833-444-RIBS.

Sour and Salt Bakery | Choose a Thanksgiving meal for two or four with turkey, six sides, sourdough rolls, and your choice of pie. À la carte options are also available. Pickup Tuesday, Nov. 25, and Wednesday, Nov. 26, from 1 to 6 p.m.

Southern Way | Bring home a “Good to Go” holiday meal with options from herb-roasted turkey and casseroles to desserts and sides. Orders are due by Nov. 19 by emailing or by calling 803-783-1061 for pickup at 100 East Exchange Blvd.

Spotted Salamander Cafe | The Thanksgiving “Take & Make” menu is back with everything from turkey and ham to tomato pie and mac and cheese. Preorder now and reheat at home using their detailed guide for a ready-to-serve feast.

The War Mouth | No turkeys this year, but The War Mouth’s got the fixins covered with pans of mac and cheese, collards, and sweet potato casserole, plus a bourbon crème pie to top it off. Pickups start Monday, Nov. 24.

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