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Have other things on the mind this holiday season besides cooking up a huge meal?
Most of us parents and caregivers are BUSY. The holidays mean buying gifts, cleaning the house, having kids off school, and so much more.
If you’re looking to outsource your fancy Christmas meal this year, these Lansing-area restaurants have you covered.
Check out this list of Lansing-area restaurants offering Christmas Dinner to-go meals for 2024.
18935 15 1/2 Mile Road
Marshall, MI 49068
Meal planning at its finest. Choose from feeding 2 people up to 10!
Meal for 2 and 4 includes – sliced turkey, mashed potatoes, sage dressing, gravy, dish of cranberry relish and dinner rolls.
Dinner for 6 includes – sliced turkey, potatoes, sage dressing, gravy, homemade cranberries, dinner rolls, and a choice of a homemade pie.
Dinner for 10 includes – sliced turkey, potatoes, sage dressing, gravy, homemade cranberries, dinner rolls, and a choice of two homemade pies. (We suggest the chocolate pie; you won’t be sorry.)
Add-ons available for any meal.
Deadline To Order: 24 hour notice
Allen Neighborhood Center (The Maker Kitchen)
1611 Kalamazoo St
Lansing, MI 48912
Christmas Take & Bake never sounded more delicious! Chicken Cordon Bleu with roasted winter “ugglie” vegetables for 6. Includes roasted Italian potatoes, G3’s special Italian salad, Italian loaf, and a double-layer German chocolate cake!
Extras available for an additional cost: chicken, extra roasted potatoes, lasagna (meat sauce or marinara), and/or gluten-free cheesecake.
Deadline To Order: December 16, 2024
Okemos
1754 Central Park Dr, Okemos, MI 48864
REO Town
1147 S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI 48910
Saddleback’s Christmas Meals are now available for Pre-Order!
Meal will be prime rib, cooked to medium rare, with mashed potatoes & gravy, mac & cheese, corncake, dinner rolls, sweet potatoes, and served with horseradish and au jus.
Options:
– Full Meal – Feeds 5-8 people
– Half Meal – Feeds 2-4 people
To order, select the location you would like to order from above, then choose either December 22, 23, or 24 for your date. The special will appear at the top of the menu.
All of the meals are served cold, with simple reheating instructions.
Deadline To Order: 48 hours advanced ordering required.
1026 W Saginaw
Lansing, MI 48915
Capital City BBQ is offering two different menus for Christmas that will be unforgettable for all your guests this season.
The first option feeds 8-10 guests for $129.99 and includes a half sheet of Michigan Salad, 1 lb. Smoked Pulled Pork, 1 lb. of Smoked Brisket, 4 lbs of Spiral Ham, 2 lbs of Cheesy Potatoes, 2 lbs of Smoked Bean, 8 pieces of Corn Bread, and 1/4 of handcrafted New York Style Cheesecake (Strawberry, Blueberry, or Raspberry).
Option 2 feeds 16-20 guests for $249.99 and includes a full sheet of Michigan Salad, 3 lb. Smoked Pulled Pork, 3 lb. of Smoked Brisket, 8 lbs of Spiral Ham, 3 lbs of Cheesy Potatoes, 3 lbs of Smoked Bean, 16 pieces of Corn Bread, and 1/2 of handcrafted New York Style Cheesecake (Strawberry, Blueberry, or Raspberry).
Deadline To Order: Please order as soon as possible.
Locations in Lansing and Jackson
Just heat, serve, & enjoy at home!
Choose from Farmhouse Feast, Premium Farmhouse Feast, Pot Roast Farmhouse Feast or Holiday Hot Family Meal To Go. Prices vary by meal selected plus add-ons.
Deadline To Order: Limited time only and while supplies last. Contact your local Bob Evans to inquire.
Locations in Lansing, Okemos, and Jackson
Serves 8-10 and goes from your oven to table in two hours. Includes two oven-roasted turkey breasts, cornbread dressing, turkey gravy, cranberry relish, sweet potato casserole with pecans, choice of two country sides, sweet yeast rolls, pumpkin pie, and pecan pie. Serve within 72 hours after pickup.
New for the holiday season is Pot Roast as well as an upgraded Pot Roast Buffet Style that comes with a choice of 2 or 3 sides and choice of bread too!
Cracker Barrel also offers a Tenders Trio Platter for those toddler palates and a seasonal favorite Broccoli Cheese Casserole.
Deadline To Order: Available while supplies last. 24 hour notice required for all orders and payment is due at the time of order placement.
Locations in Lansing and Okemos
Well-known for their heavenly ham, Honey Baked Ham is offering “The Christmas Meal” this holiday season.
This mouthwatering meal serves 18-22 people and includes half of a Honey Baked Ham, Cheesy Potatoes Au Gratin, Green Bean Casserole, Cinnamon Apples, and a 8 inch Red Velvet Cake for $164.99.
Order Deadline: Contact your local store
Order Pick-Up: Contact your local store
2750 E Grand River Ave
East Lansing, MI 48823
Want something unique to eat that is not your traditional turkey or ham feast?
Whole Foods has got it covered! Choose from several meal options including a build-your-own taco bar or sushi to feed between 2 and 12 people including vegan options.
All items are packed cold and may require reheating.
Deadline To Order: Orders must be made a minimum of 48 hours ahead of pickup date and time.
Locations in Lansing and Jackson
Head to your local Kroger for a Thanksgiving Feast Bundle.
Feast is probably the understatement of the year as this meal is aimed to feed 8-10 people and includes a Butterball Turkey, Double L Boneless Ham, 2 Homestyle stuffing, 2 green bean casseroles, 2 maple pecan mashed sweet potatoes, 2 cranberry sauces, 4 Home Chef mashed potatoes, and 2 Home Chef Gravy for $170.
Order Deadline: Contact your local store
Order Pick-Up: Contact your local store
Meijer has all the staples for an unforgettable Thanksgiving gathering.
The Meijer Deluxe Turkey Dinner serves 6 and includes an assortment of turkey, cranberries, green bean casserole, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy for a fantastic feast that will keep your family full for days to come.
Order Deadline: Contact your local store.
Order Pick-Up: Recommend minimum of 24 hours after placing order
Just like Santa, our list to make the holidays magical is so long we have to check it twice (or thrice)!
Christmas-to-go gives us one less step in this season of hustling and bustling around town.
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