2016 Thanksgiving Takeaway: Pick It Up, Take It Home

The holidays are a stressful time, for all sorts of reasons. The cleaning that needs to be done to prep for all the guests coming to your home, pulling out all of the “good” dishes, the shopping, the cooking; its just all so much. If you can’t convince the rest of the family to go out to dinner (or maybe it’s for the best that you all stay at your place) but the idea of all of the work involved in Thanksgiving dinner has you running for the hills, a few local restaurants have you covered with their Thanksgiving Takeaway specials.

2016 Thanksgiving Takeaway Specials

Beckett’s Table and Southern Rail

Where | 3717 E. Indian School Road | Phoenix | 85018 | 602.954.1700
300 W. Camelback Road | Phoenix | 85013 | 602.200.0085
Thanksgiving Takeaway | Save a little space on the Thanksgiving dessert table for one of Chef Justin Beckett’s award-winning Fig & Pecan pies. Available for pre-order for $28 from Beckett’s Table and Southern Rail from now until Sunday, Nov. 20, this twist on the classic southern pie is giving its pumpkin counterpart a run for its money. Dinner guests will be swooning over this memorable dessert which boasts a perfectly balanced fruit and nut filling and a tender, flaky crust. For an added flavor bonus, this delectable pie can be served alongside a pint of Chef Beckett’s house-made citrus zest cream cheese ice cream, available for $8.
Notice Required for Pre-Order | Orders must be placed prior to Sunday, November 20^th and pies will be available for pick-up between 11am and 6pm on November 23^rd. Your pies will need to be picked up at the location in which you ordered them from.

Chompie’s

Where | Various Valley Locations
Thanksgiving Takeaway | Chompie’s is determined to make your holiday easier. You can order a traditional full meal package for $209.99, which will feed 12-15 people (generously.) If you’re looking for just the bird, that will run you $99.99 (or $124.99 for a carved turkey.) Pies are available along with a variety of sides.
Notice Required for Pre-Order | Whole turkey orders and large dinner packages need to be ordered 72 hours in advance of pick-up on November 23^rd or 24^th.

Luci’s Healthy Marketplace and Luci’s at the Orchard

Where | 1590 E. Bethany Home Road | Phoenix | 85014 | 602.773.1339
Thanksgiving Takeaway | Luci’s has you covered, whether you are looking for a full meal or just a few sides. The full meal is available for $169.99 and will feed $169.99 (plus tax.) You’ll receive a 12-14 pound pew-cooked, locally roasted turkey, turkey gravy, fresh cranberry sauce with local honey, a dozen dinner rolls, cornbread stuffing, seasonal vegetables, Yukon gold mashed potatoes along with a pumpkin pie. You can also get all of those items a la carte.
Notice Required for Pre-Order | Get your complete order in prior to November 18^th.

Mimi’s Café

Where | Various Valley Locations
Thanksgiving Takeaway | Mimi’s Café will be offering a complete holiday meal in addition to a la carte side items and brunch dishes. If you’re looking for the whole she-bang, you can get 1 whole herb butter basted turkey, 2.5 lbs of buttered cornbread stuffing, 2 lbs of candied pecan sweet potatoes, 3 lbs of whipped mashed potatoes, 2.5 lbs of green bean casserole, 12 oz. of apple cranberry orange relish, 32 oz. of turkey gravy, 2 carrot nut loaves and 1 whole brown sugar pumpkin pie, enough food to feed 8 to 10 adults for only $89.99. If you are looking to make the bird yourself, but don’t want to be bogged down with all the sides, you can order  3 lbs. of whipped mashed potatoes, 2 lbs of candied pecan sweet potatoes, 2.5 lbs of buttered cornbread stuffing, 32 oz. of turkey gravy, 2.5 lbs of green bean casserole and 12 oz. of apple cranberry orange relish for only $42.99. Maybe you’re having people over early, making their brunch special a perfect fit. You’ll get a choice of 6 fresh-baked croissants or muffins, 1.5 lbs of fresh seasonal fruit and 6 quiches, any combination of Quiche Lorraine or Quiche Florentine for $42.99. All of the packages include enough food for 8 to 10 adults.
Notice Required for Pre-Order | The packages can be picked up between November 21^st and 23^rd. Please place your order 24 hours in advance of when you would like to pick it up.

Miracle Mile Deli

Where | 4433 N. 16^th St. | Phoenix | 85016 | 602.776.0992
Thanksgiving Takeaway | Miracle Mile Deli is offering an ‘everything but the bird’ special. Any side that you can think of is available for pick up. Mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, hot pastrami, a variety of bread, potato pancakes, whole pies and much more. Prices range from $3.79 to $14. Visit their website for a full list of offerings.
Notice Required for Pre-Order | Orders need to be placed by November 22nd at 2pm in order for you to pick up the day before Thanksgiving.

Sprinkles Cupcakes

Where | 4501 N. Scottsdale Road | Scottsdale | 85251 | 480.970.4321
Thanksgiving Takeaway | Get the dessert this Thanksgiving that will please everyone’s sweet tooth at the table. Between juggling the in-laws to avoiding a kitchen calamity, your Thanksgiving is anything but boring. Sooth those family get-togethers with a Sprinkle’s November EAT Box featuring unique fall flavors. The box samples Orange Cranberry, Pumpkin, Red Velvet and Dark Chocolate cupcakes adorned with Sprinkles turkey and maple lead sugar decorations. Sealed with an EAT turkey and cupcakes sticker. The Thanksgiving EAT Box is available through November 27.
Notice Required for Pre-Order | Call ahead to order.

The Market Restaurant + Bar By Jennifer’s

Where | 3603 E. Indian School Road | Phoenix | 85018 | 602.579.5327
Thanksgiving Takeaway | Looking for the whole she-bang? Something that will really impress your friends and family? Jennifer Russo has created an incredible “Curbside Catering” package that will feed 6 of your favorite people (and they should be your favorite people because Chef Russo’s food is a real treat!) For $199.99 (plus tax) you’ll get a phenomenal spread. It starts with a whole roasted turkey delicately stuffed with yellow onion and fresh orange slices, glazed with a beer butter, sprinkled with fresh herbs and then served alongside a pan roast gravy and cranberry orange relish. In addition to that beautiful bird, you’ll get an artisan bread stuffing, classic herb whipped potatoes, roasted baby sweet potatoes, haricot vert with sliced almonds, a butter lettuce & arugula salad and fresh baked breadboard (with Vermont butter.) For dessert, you get your choice of a pumpkin pie with spiced whipped cream or a pecan pie with vanilla bean whipped cream.
Notice Required for Pre-Order | Call before 2pm on November 20th to place your order for pick up between 2pm and 6pm on 11.23 or between 9am and 11am on 11.24.2016.

The Tuck Shop Kitchen and Bar

Where | 2245 N. 12^th St. | Phoenix | 85006 | 602.354.2980
Thanksgiving Takeaway | The Tuck Shop will be carrying Rock Spring Café pies available for pre-order from now until November 20^th. You can pick up cream ($24) or fruit pies ($22) that are Arizona famous, without the long drive. Bonus – a portion of the proceeds from all pumpkin pies sold will benefit the National Kidney Foundation of Arizona.
Notice Required For Pre-Order | 2 days

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© Taryn Jeffries 2016