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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.
A La Minute
A La Minute is offering a Christmas Dinner family feast: $140.99 for 4 to 6 people or $279.99 for 8 to 12 people.
Pre-order through December 16, 2023. Delivery is on December 23. More info.
Big View Diner
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The Big View Diner is offering packages that feed 6 people for $135. There are three choices:
- Package one: Beef brisket
- Package two: Grilled salmon
- Package three: Chicken marsala
Each comes with whipped potatoes, sautéed garlic broccoli and parmesan butter rolls. Last day to order is December 22, 2023. Pick up between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on December 24.
Email events@bigviewdiner.net or order online at bigviewrestaurant.com. 16637 Lancaster Highway, Charlotte, NC. 704-544-0313.
Bob Evans
Bob Evans offers a Premium Farmhouse Feast that serves up to 10, for $154.99. It’s packed cold. Heat and serve at home. Other menu packages are also available, including hot to-go meals.
- Slow-roasted turkey
- Cranberry relish
- Hickory smoked ham
- Bread and celery dressing
- Mashed potatoes with gravy
- Green beans with ham
- Corn
- Macaroni and cheese
- Donner rolls
- 1 loaf of pumpkin bread
- 1 pupkin pie
- 1 double crust apple pie
Locations throughout the Charlotte area. Order online. More info.
Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop
9″ holiday pie pre-orders:
- Snickerdoodle $30
- Granny’s Apple $33
- Cherry $33
- Nanny’s Pecan $33 (GF also available)
- I-40 (pecans, chocolate chips & coconut) $33 (GF also available)
- Key Lime $30 (GF also available)
- Chocolate Cream $30
- Peanut butter $30
- Chewy Chocolate Chip $30
- Coconut Cream $30
- Southern Custard $30
There are also vanilla and candy cane Thumbprint Cookies available. 16836 D Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville, NC. More info and orders here.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Each family bundle includes two family-sized sides.
- Salmon Bundle with grilled salmon fillets and sides for 4: $37.99
- Chicken Tenders Bundle with 16 tenders and sides: $27.99
- Salmon and Tenders Bundle with two grilled salmon filets, eight tenders, and sides: $35.99
Locations in the University Area and Gastonia. Combination orders featuring more than one entrée are also available. Order online. More info.
Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen
Items available include:
- Seared NC Flank Steak
- Seared Corvina Filet
- Spiced Rubbed Lamb Shank
- Smoked Pork Loin
- Frenched Chicken Breast
- Spaghetti Squash
- Brussels Sprouts
- Baby Potatoes
- Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Glazed Carrots
- Mac and Cheese
- Honey Thyme Roasted Root Vegetables
- Take and Bake Cheddar Biscuits with Herb Butter
- Chocolate Cake
- Gingerbread Whoopie Pie
- Eggnog Cheesecake
Order deadline is Monday, December 18, 2023. Pick up at 4001 Yancey Road, Charlotte, or get delivery anywhere in the greater Charlotte area. Pickup and delivery on Friday, December 22, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. More info.
City Barbeque
Medium Holiday Turkey Meal (feeds 8-10) for $89.99
- Whole smoked turkey breast
- 2 housemade sides (1.5 quarts each)
- 12 buns
Call your nearest location or order online starting November 28, 2023. More info.
Cracker Barrel
Many options, including:
- Holiday Ham Heat ‘n’ Serve Feast for 8 to 10: $159.99
- Holiday Ham Heat ‘n’ Serve Family Dinner for 4-6 for $109.99
- Prime Rib Heat ‘n’ Serve Family Dinner for 4-6 for $129.99
- Breakfasts, desserts and more
Place your order before December 10, 2023, and pick up by December 28. More info.
Earth Fare
Earth Fare
Locations in Ballantyne, Concord, Davidson, Fort Mill, SC, and Rock Hill, SC.
Earth Fare is offering several ready-to-heat meals. Classic Turkey Dinner for 6-8 for $129.99, a Roasted Turkey Breast Dinner for 4-6 for $89.99 and a Vegan Holiday Dinner for 2-4 for $49.99
The Classic Turkey Dinner includes:
- Whole roasted antibiotic free turkey
- Traditional Stuffing (2 lb.)
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes (1.5 lb.)
- Green Beans Casserole (2 lb.)
- All-Natural Turkey Gravy (32 oz.)
- Fresh Cranberry Sauce (16 oz.)
More info here. To order, call your local store and reserve.
The Fresh Market
- Ultimate Holiday Meal: $199.99
- Traditional Holiday Meal (serves 8-10): $99.99
- Holiday Ham Meal (serves 8-10): $99.99
- Essential Holiday Meal (serves 3-5): $74.99
- Essential Ham Meal (serves 3-5): $74.99
- Prime Rib Meal (serves 2): $54.99
- Holiday Turkey Market Meal Kit (serves 2): $19.99
- More
Locations throughout Charlotte area. Meals will require roughly 1-2 hours for reheating. Ordering ends December 21, 2023, at 2 p.m. Pickup December 21st – 24th, 2023, in-store only. More info.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral offers holiday feasts to go.
- Sliced turkey meal for 4-6: $69.99
- Sliced turkey meal for 8-10: $109.99
- Sliced ham meal for 4-6: $69.99
- Sliced ham meal for 8-10: $110.99
- Beef roast meal for 4-6: $69.99
- Beef roast meal for 8-10: $109.99
- A la carte items available
- Holiday desserts available
- All holiday meals include mashed potatoes & gravy, stuffing, your choice of additional side, cranberry sauce, yeast rolls with honey butter and a whole pie.
Holiday meal orders must be placed at least 72 hours before scheduled pick-up time. More info.
Jim ‘N Nicks
Whole smoked turkey breast ($54.99) and whole smoked country ham ($99.99), as well as sides and desserts. All sold separately.
Available through December 24th, 2023. Pickup only. 72 hours notice required. Locations in Steele Creek and Concord. More info.
KFC
KFC is selling KFC Cajun Deep Fried Turkey as well as holiday meals and sides.
There are many options. You can order just a Cajun Deep Fried Turkey, or a whole meal, or a la carte sides.
The Holiday Meal is $99.99 and includes:
- Deep fried cajun turkey
- Family size mashed potatoes
- Family size gravy
- Family size creamy coleslaw
- One dozen fluffy buttermilk biscuits
Or get a Holiday Feast for $109.99:
- Deep fried cajun turkey
- Family size mashed potatoes
- Family size gravy
- Family size mac & cheese
- Family size sweet corn
- Family size chocolate cake
- One dozen fluffy buttermilk biscuits
If you want just the Cajun deep fried turkey it’s $69.99.
Items must be reheated. Contact your local KFC to order. More info on menu.
Mac’s Speed Shop
Mac’s Speed Shop
Multiple locations
- Lil Ham Dinner with 2 sides (serves 5-8): $120
- Big Ham Dinner with 3 sides (serves 10-15): $200
- Lil Brisket with 2 sides (serves 5-8): $180
- Big Brisket with 3 sides (serves 10-15): $300
- A la carte items available
Order 72 hours in advance. The last day to place an order for December 24 pickup is December 21, 2023. If you pre-order before December 15 you’ll receive a $10 comp card for your next visit. Order here.
Metro Diner
Metro Diner’s Heat & Serve Christmas Feast To-Go serves either 4 or 8.
Includes:
- Baked ham or roasted turkey
- A variety of sides
Pre-order online. Pick up the feasts on December 21-24, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. More info.
OG’s Private Chef & Catering Service
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Please email theprivatechefcateringgroup@outlook.com. More info: theprivatechefandcateringgroup.godaddysites.com.
Publix
- Many choices for Christmas dinner
Order by December 22, 2023. Order online or contact your nearest store to place an order or check availability. More info.
Reid’s Fine Foods
Manu options, including beef tenderloin, spiral sliced honey ham, Smithfield sliced country ham, and more. See the menu here.
Order by December 20 at 5 p.m. Orders placed after December 20 subject to availability. Primary pickup times December 23 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and December 24 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Myers Park location (2823 Selwyn Avenue), call 704-377-1312. SouthPark location (4331 Barclay Downs Drive), call 704-377-7686. More info.
Sanctuary Bistro
Sanctuary Bistro
6414 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC
980-335-0908
Sanctuary Bistro offers 100% vegan and gluten-free Christmas meals. Items are à la carte.
Orders must be placed by December 8, 2023, at 3 p.m., but ordering might close before then, depending on the number of orders. Pick-up for Christmas is December 23, 2023, between 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. All cooking and reheating instructions will be included. Order here.
The Smoke Pit
You can order meat (whole turkey, brisket, chicken quarters, honey smoked ham and more), sides, and desserts.
Locations in Concord, Salisbury, Monroe and Gastonia. More info.
Suarez Bakery
Pre-order pies and other holiday bakery items.
Some choices are:
- Yule Log
- Braided Cinnamon Bread
- Christmas Cupcake Box
- Gingerbread Men
- Gingerbread House
- Christmas sanding sugar cookies
- Salted caramel brownie take-home pan
- Shortbread wreath cookies
- Christmas Thumprints
- More
Order online. Pickup December 1 to 24, 2023. Order online. 4245 Park Road, Charlotte, North Carolina.
Table & Twine
- Christmas Dinner Package with ham and sides for 6: $249.99
- Christmas Dinner Package with whole roasted tenderloin and sides for 6: $399.99
- Also available for 10 people
- Desserts and brunch also available
The Christmas Dinner Package includes:
- Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin or a Sliced Brown Sugar Cured Ham
- White cheddar and cornbread casserole
- Red Bliss Mashed Potatoes
- Balsamic glaed carrots with goat cheese
- Spinach au gratin
- Southern style green beans
- Rolls and salted butter
- Dessert — figgy pudding
Order by December 19, 2023. Orders will be available for pickup at 2600 Youngblood Street, Charlotte, NC, on December 22 (12 p.m. to 5 p.m.) and December 23 (8 a.m. to 1 p.m.) Delivery available on December 23 only. More info.
Thoughtful Baking Co.
Offering many choices for holiday pies, as well as a Christmas Cookie Box:
- Brown Butter Apple Crisp. Gluten-free buttery oat crisp with spiced North Carolina Apples. Egg free.
- Chocolate Pecan Pie. Old fashioned crust, dark chocolate and gooey pecan filling, topped with chocolate ganache and toasted pecans.
- Sweet Potato Pecan Praline Pie Old fashioned crust with spiced sweet potato filling topped with sticky miso pecan caramel.
- Cranberry Apple Lattice Pie (Vegan) Old fashioned double crust filled with fresh cranberry and spiced apples, dusted with cinnamon sugar.
- Christmas Cookie Box: Brown Butter Snickerdoodle, Cranberry Curd Thumbprint Cookie, Sweet Potato Casserole Cookie, and Sea Salt Chocolate Brownie Cookie
Pick-up Options:
- December 23, 2023, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Kitchen Space at 901 Berryhill Road, Charlotte
- December 23, 2023, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Regional Farmer’s Market, Building B, 1801 Yorkmont Road, Charlotte
Whole Foods
- Prime rib meal for 8: $249
- Classic roast whole turkey meal for 8: $169.99
- Holiday feast for 12: $429.99
- More options available
Locations throughout the Charlotte area. Order online. All orders must be placed 48 hours head of pickup time. Pickup times from December 19 to 24, 2023. More info.
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