If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, and focus on family (or maybe on pie), consider ordering your Christmas dinners from a grocery store, caterer, or restaurant.
We’ve put together a list of businesses in the Charlotte where you can order a fully-cooked Christmas dinner, with sides, in advance.
In many cases, you’ll pick up the meal in advance and heat it up yourself. In all cases you need to order in advance.
We will be adding more information to this list as we receive it!
These meals definitely save time, and for most of them the price per person isn’t too bad. You just need to heat everything up. When these deals are announced, you’ll want to order quickly, as these deals are subject to selling out.
Make sure to follow each link to see the details, including the deadline for ordering for Christmas. You’ll typically get a turkey or ham, gravy, stuffing, and several sides. You might want to supplement the meal with extra sides.
If you’d rather dine out for Christmas, check out our list of restaurants in the Charlotte area open on Christmas. Don’t delay in making reservations. Many of these restaurants will also offer takeout or delivery, so you’ll have another way of enjoying somebody else’s cooking at home.
Note: The prices or offerings for the to-go meals might vary by location.
Where to order your Christmas or holiday dinner
Meal providers have just started to announce their offerings for the holidays. Please keep an eye on this list as it will grow quickly!
A La Minute
A La Minute
Meals will be delivered
A La Minute is offering a selection of holiday meals with the option to serve 4 to 6 for $160.99, or 8 to 12 for $309.99. Here is what is included:
- Ham
- London broil with horseradish cream
- 3 sides of your choice
- Ham gravy
- Cornbread with honey butter
There are also a la carte entrees and sides available for purchase.
Order here by 7 p.m. on December 17, 2024. Delivery will be December 23, 2024 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Bob Evans
Bob Evans
Multiple locations in the Charlotte area
Bob Evans has a selection of packed cold meals to choose from this holiday season. Here is an example of the Premium Farmhouse Feast that serves up to 10 for $159.99, and includes:
- Slow-roasted turkey
- Hickory-smoked ham
- Bread and celery dressing
- Corn
- Mashed potatoes with gravy
- Fresh rolls
- Green beans with ham
- Cranberry relish
- Macaroni and cheese
- Pumpkin bread
- Pumpkin pie
- Double-crust apple pie
There are many other meal options available, as well as desserts and sides available for purchase a la carte.
More information on meals and ordering click here.
Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop
Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop
16836 D Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville, NC
Christmas Flavors 9” Size Only (average price for a pie is $33)
- Granny’s Apple
- Nanny’s Pecan
- Chewy Chocolate Chip
- Peanut Butter
- I40 (pecans, chocolate chips & coconut)
- Key Lime
- Southern Custard
- Coconut Cream
- Chocolate Cream
Gluten-free options
- Nanny’s Pecan
- I40
- Key Lime
- Chocolate Cream
Order here now. Better prices the earlier you order, the week of Christmas, the prices will increase. Example photos of the pies can be found here.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
620 University Center Blvd, Charlotte, NC
2051 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC
Cheddar’s has a selection of Family Bundles that would make for the perfect holiday dinner:
- $29.49 Chicken tender bundle
- $48.49 Baby back ribs bundle
- $30.49 Grilled salmon bundle
- $37.49 Salmon and tenders bundle
- $41.49 Baby back ribs and tenders bundle
They also have a selection of classic, homestyle sides such as broccoli cheese casserole, mashed potatoes, southern-style green beans, and more.
Place orders here.
Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen
Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen
4001-C Yancey Rd #100, Charlotte NC
Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen is offering a variety of a la carte entrees, sides, desserts, and beverages. Here are just a few examples of what they are offering:
- Four pack seared salmon ($46.99)
- Four pack frenched chicken breast with pomegranate ginger sauce ($32.99)
- Large orange glazed carrots ($18.99)
- Large fingerling potatoes ($14.99)
- 8′ cinnamon roll cheesecake ($45)
- Mini yule log ($22)
Many of their options are gluten-free friendly.
Order here by December 19, 2024. Pickup is December 23, 2024 from 12 to 6 p.m.
City Barbeque
City Barbeque
Multiple locations
City Barbeque is offering meals that feed anywhere from 2 to 24 people this holiday season. Here is what is included in the Medium Holiday Ham Meal that feeds 8 to 10 for $99.99:
- Half a boneless ham
- Choice of 2 sides
- 12 sandwich buns
They also have turkey meals, as well as a la carte entrees and sides for purchase.
Order here now. Pickup is from December 18, 2024 to January 1, 2025.
Copain Bakery and Provisions
Copain Bakery and Provisions
6601 Carnegie Blvd, Charlotte, NC
704-440-5050
Appetizers, protein platters, sides, and breakfast are available, but the highlights are the breads and sweets.
Order here by December 18, 2024, for pickup on December 23 and 24, 2024.
Cracker Barrel
Photo courtesy of Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel
Multiple locations
Cracker Barrel is offering several Heat N’ Serve Holiday options: the Holilday Feast that serves 8 to 10 people for $174.99 and the Holiday Family Dinner that feeds 4 to 6 people for $119.99.
Here is what is included in the Thanksgiving Feast:
- Whole Sugar Cured Ham
- Cornbread dressing
- Roasted gravy
- Cranbery relish
- Macaroni and cheese
- Mashed potatoes
- Green beans
- Sweet yeast rolls
- Apple Streusel Pie
- Pecan Pie
Pre-orders are open now here, and pickup is from December 21 and 28, 2024. If you pre-order and schedule your pickup date for the 22nd or 23rd, you will receive a free $10 bonus card.
Earth Fare
Earth Fare
Locations in Ballantyne, Concord, Davidson, Fort Mill, SC, and Rock Hill, SC.
Earth Fare is offering a selection of holiday meal bundles, entrees, and sides this holiday season. All items are made ready to heat and serve. Here is an example of their Classic Turkey Dinner that serves 6 to 8 for $129.99:
- Whole roasted turkey
- Traditional stuffing
- Roasted garlic mashed potatoes
- Green bean casserole
- Turkey gravy
- Fresh cranberry sauce
Sides such as stuffing, scalloped potatoes, creamed spinach, green bean casserole, and more are available for purchase priced by the pound.
For more information click here. Visit or call your local location to place an order, a list of locations can be found here.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Multiple locations
Firebirds is offering a Prime Rib Feast for $199.95 which includes:
- 4lb prime rib with au jus and horseradish sauce
- Parmesan mashed potatoes
- Choice of salad
- Asparagus with garlic butter
- Bananas foster bread pudding
- Bread and butter
Note that the meal will involve some cooking with provided instructions.
Entrees, sides, desserts, and more are available for purchase a la carte.
Order here by December 18, 2024. Pickup will be December 23, 2024 and December 24, 2024.
The Fresh Market
The Fresh Market
Multiple locations
The Fresh Market is offering several different full holiday meals with different entree options. Here is an example of the Ultimate Holiday Meal that serves 12 to 14 for $199.99:
- Turkey
- Sliced ham
- Whipped potatoes
- Herb stuffing
- Roasted butternut squash
- Green beans
- Turkey gravy
- Cranberry relish with walnuts
- Dinner rolls
There are also a variety of a la carte entrees, sides, and desserts available for purchase.
Reheating instructions can be found on the website.
Order here by December 22, 2024 at 2 p.m. Pickup will be December 21, 2024 to December 24, 2024.
Golden Corral
Photo courtesy of Golden Corral
Golden Corral
Multiple locations
Golden Corral is offering two Thanksgiving meal options that serve 6 to 8 people. The Holiday Glazed Ham Meal and the Holiday Bone-In Pork Roast Meal. All meals include:
- The selected meat
- Mashed potatoes
- Gravy
- Stuffing
- Cranberry sauce
- A dozen yeast rolls with honey butter
- A whole pie (your choice)
- One homestyle side (your choice)
Each meal option is available cold to heat and enjoy, or hot and ready to serve. Orders must be placed 72 hours in advance, and Holiday meals can be picked up as early as Monday, November 4, 2024 (pick-up ends at 9 p.m.). More information is available here.
Harris Teeter
Harris Teeter
Multiple locations
Harris Teeter is offering several dinner options for the holiday season, including a turkey dinner, a ham dinner, and a prime rib dinner. Here is what is included in the turkey dinner that serves 8 to 10 for $79.99:
- Butterball turkey
- 16 oz turkey gravy
- 16 oz cranberry orange sauce
- Cornbread stuffing
- Mashed potatoes
- Green bean casserole
- Roasted fall vegetables
All of the entrees are also available a la carte and priced by the pound.
Order here now. Orders must be placed at least 24 hours in advance of pickup date.
The Improper Pig
The Improper Pig
Two Charlotte locations
The Improper Pig is offering a Smoked Prime Rib Dinner this holiday season. For $300, it serves 6 to 8 people and includes:
- Smoked prime rib loin
- Choice of 4 sides
- Horseradish cream sauce
- Dinner rolls
- Au jus for dipping
- Choice of dessert
Individual smoked prime rib is available for $195 while supplies last.
Ordering is open now. For the Fort Mill location, order here. For the Rea Farms location, order here.
Jim ‘N Nicks
Jim ‘N Nicks
Multiple locations
Jim ‘N Nicks is offering a selection of holiday entrees, sides, desserts, and more. Here are some examples of what they are offering:
- $39.99 Chicken value feast that serves 4
- $20.49 Whole chicken
- $3.79 (per serving) sides such as macaroni and cheese and collard greens
- $34 Banana pudding
- More!
The Holiday Menu is available through December 24, 2024, and can be ordered here. Orders can only be placed up to 7 days in advance, but the orders must be placed at least 48 hours before pick-up date.
KFC
Mac’s Speed Shop
Mac’s Speed Shop
Multiple locations
Mac’s Speed Shop is offering a variety of holiday meal packages:
- Lil Ham dinner with 2 sides and pineapple glaze; serves 5 to 8 for $120
- Big Ham dinner with 3 sides and pineapple glaze; serves 10 to 15 for $200
- Lil Brisket dinner with 2 sides and 1 bottle of sauce; serves 5 to 8 for $180
- Big Brisket dinner with 3 sides and 2 bottles of sauce; serves 10 to 15 for $300
A la carte entrees, sides, and desserts are also available for purchase.
Orders must be placed here a minimum of 72 hours in advance. The last day to place orders is December 18, 2024 for pickup on December 21, 2024. All orders will receive reheating instructions.
Metro Diner
Metro Diner
Multiple locations
Metro Diner’s Heat-and-Serve Christmas Feast has the option to serve 1 ($16.79), 4 ($63.99), or 8 ($125.49). Each meal includes:
- Choice of baked ham or roasted turkey
- Steamed green beans or street corn
- Savory cornbread stuffing or macaroni and cheese
- Cranberry sauce
- Hawaiian dinner rolls
Solo sides and desserts are also available for purchase. Heating instructions can be found on the website.
Orders must be placed here by December 23, 2024.
Midwood Smokehouse
Midwood Smokehouse
Various locations
Various party packs served cold to reheat.
Order here for pickup. Choose pickup time when you order.
OG’s Private Chef & Catering Service
To order, please email theprivatechefcateringgroup@outlook.com. More info: theprivatechefandcateringgroup.godaddysites.com.
Publix
Publix
Multiple locations
Publix is offering a wide variety of holiday meals, a la carte sides, desserts, and more!
Here is an example of the Ham Dinner that serves 3 people for $49.99:
- 2.7 lb. slow-roasted Boar’s Head sweet Slice Ham
- 1 lb. of Publix Deli Sweet Potato Casserole
- 1 lb. of Publix Deli Green bean Casserole
- 14 oz. of Publix Deli Marshmallow Delight
Order here. Make sure to note how many days ahead you need to order. Heating instructions can be found where you order.
Reid’s Fine Foods
Reid’s Fine Foods
4331 Barclay Downs Dr., Charlotte, NC
2823 Selwyn Avenue, Charlotte, NC
Reid’s Fine Foods is offering a selection of holiday dinner items. They have everything including appetizers, entrees, sides, wine pairings, and more. Here are just a few examples of what they are offering:
- Beef tenderloin (priced by pound)
- Free-range turkey (priced by pound)
- Ham (priced by pound)
- Mashed potatoes ($19.99)
- Macaroni and cheese ($19.99)
- Pecan pie ($20.99)
- More!
Order here by December 21, 2024. Pickup will be December 23, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and December 24, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Rosemont
Rosemont
1482 E 7th Street, Unit 107, Charlotte, NC
980-500-8700
Offering a holiday party pack (feeding 6-8) for $225 with:
- 5lb Rosemont garlic & herb crusted prime rib served with au jus
- Truffled horsey dijonnaise
- Whipped Yukon gold potatoes
- Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon
- Spiced cranberries, & parmesan
A la carte options also available.
Order here by December 20, 2024, at 12 p.m. for pickup December 23 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and from 4 to 5 p.m.
Salted Melon
Salted Melon
100 West Worthington Avenue, Suite 107, Charlotte, NC
704-301-2519
Salted Melon is offering main courses, including cooked whole turkeys, spiral sliced ham, and beef tenderloins, as well as a wide variety of sides and desserts.
Order here by December 21, 2024, at 5 p.m., for pickup on December 23 or 24, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sanctuary Bistro
Sanctuary Bistro
6414 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC
980-335-0908
Sanctuary Bistro is offering a completely vegan holiday dinner a la carte. Here are some examples of what they are offering:
- $24 Artichoke dip (24 oz)
- $24 Bacon and cheese stuffed mini potatoes (30 pieces)
- $28 Oyster mushroom chowder
- $30 Sweet potato latkes (12 pieces)
- More!
Orders must be placed here by December 8, 2024 at 3 p.m., but order soon because they may need to end ordering early if they reach capacity. Pickup will be December 23, 2024.
The Smoke Pit
The Smoke Pit
Multiple locations
The Smoke Pit is offering a selection of entrees, sides, and desserts to create your own holiday meal. Here are just a few examples of what they are offering:
- Whole turkey ($110)
- Whole honey ham ($68)
- Whole brisket ($150)
- Baked macaroni and cheese (half pan $35/full pan $75)
- Southern green beans (half pan $35/full pan $75)
- Mashed potatoes and gravy (half pan $35/full pan $75)
- Banana pudding (half pan $40/full pan $80)
- Smoked pecan cobbler (half pan $40/full pan $80)
Order here now. Orders must be placed a minimum of three days before selected pickup date.
Suarez Bakery
Suarez Bakery
4245 Park Rd. Charlotte, NC 28209
Suarez Bakery is offering a selection of holiday desserts and treats. Here is just a small example of what they have:
- Christmas cupcake box (starting at $22.50)
- Undecorated gingerbread house ($25)
- Shortbread wreath cookies ($21)
- 2 dozen Christmas thumbprints ($22.80)
- Pecan pie ($25)
- More!
Order here now. Pickup will be December 24, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Table & Twine
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Table & Twine
5000 Departure Drive, Raleigh, NC 27616
Table & Twine is offering several to-go packages for Christmas. Find all details here. If you order a Christmas package by November 30, 2024, you’ll get $25 off.
Thoughtful Baking Co.
Thoughtful Baking Co.
901 Berryhill Rd. Ste A Charlotte, NC
Thoughtful Baking Co. is offering a selection of holiday treats this year. Here is what they are offering:
- Gingerbread house kit ($35)
- Chocolate pecan pie ($32)
- Sweet potato praline pie ($32)
- Cranberry apple lattice pie ($32 + vegan)
- Family quiche ($30)
Order here now. Pickup is either December 23, 2024 from 12 to 2 p.m. at 901 Berryhill Rd. or December 23, 2024 from 3 to 5 p.m. at 1016 N Davidson St.
Whole Foods
Whole Foods
Multiple locations
Whole Foods is offering a selection of Christmas and Hanukkah catering. Here are a few examples of what is available for both:
- Roast turkey meal for 4 ($89.99)
- Maple bourbon ham meal for 8 ($159.99)
- Lemon-herb roasted chicken meal for 4 ($89.99)
- Stuffed cabbage meals for 4 ($79.99)
- More!
Order here now. Orders must be placed at least 48 hours in advance. Christmas ordering is available until December 22, 2024, and Hanukkah ordering is available until December 29, 2024.
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