Want to celebrate the day of thanks, but not planning on cooking a full dinner this year? Don’t quit Thanksgiving cold turkey — we’ve got you covered with where to dine-in + carry-out for Thanksgiving dinner. We are totally falling for these local options for mashed potatoes, yams, and pumpkin pie — plus, we break down where to get local ingredients for those rolling up their sleeves in the kitchen this holiday.

Delicious pie from Bloom Bake Shop | Photo by @bloombakeshop

Where to dine-in:

Essen Haus, 514 E. Wilson St. | Open 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

A whole roasted turkey to carve at your table + bottomless sides. Better bring your stretchy pants. Pro tip: Be sure to call and make reservations 5 days in advance here.

The Edgewater, 1001 Wisconsin Pl. | Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

A Thanksgiving brunch filled with traditional fixings, buttermilk waffles, a tuscan frittata + more. Pro tip: Be sure to call and make reservations in advance here.

Where to carry-out:

Batch Bakehouse, 1402 Williamson St. | Orders must be placed by Tues., Nov. 16

Apple strudel, pumpkin pie + pecan pie — oh my. If you’re in charge of turkey day dessert, Batch has plenty of pies to keep all your guests satisfied.

Monty’s Blue Plate, 2089 Atwood Ave. | Orders must be placed by Sun., Nov. 21

Looking for vegetarian + vegan options? Monty’s has plenty of options for both plant-based and carnivorous diets, ranging from scrumptious side dishes to delicious desserts.

L’etoile Restaurant, 1 S. Pinckney St. | Orders must be placed by Sun., Nov. 21

A family-sized meal with all-natural Minnesota turkey, 7 sides + your choice of dessert. Pro Tip: add on extra desserts or wine.

Bloom Bake Shop, 1851 Monroe St. | Orders must be placed by Wed., Nov. 16

Pick up carrot cake, brandy old-fashioned donuts, vegan tarts + a variety of pies to round out your Thanksgiving meal.

Pasture and Plenty, 2433 University Ave. | Orders must be placed by Sun., Nov. 21

Reader Chrissy R. let us know that the meal options are sourced from local farms and producers — from fruit pies to “local love” dinner crates, you’ll be thankful to know where your food comes from.

ZuZu Cafe, 1336 Drake St. | Orders must be placed by Wed., Nov. 10

If you’re looking for something different this Thanksgiving, Reader Robert S. told us that the cafe has lamb legs + pumpkin pie, along with roasted potatoes and cranberry orange relish.

Liliana’s Restaurant, 2951 Triverton Pike Dr., Middleton | Orders must be placed in advance

Support over 18 farmers and producers providing ingredients for Thanksgiving meals. Order vegetarian, gluten-free, or carnivorous meals for the whole family or pay-it-forward with a donation to those experiencing food insecurity.

Cadre Restaurant, 2540 University Ave. | Orders must be placed by Thurs., Nov. 18 at 10 p.m.

Enjoy a French-inspired feast with turkey ballotine, mushroom béchamel sauce, plenty of sides + a cheese plate. Pick and choose dishes or order a full meal for reheating.

Where to shop local ingredients:

Willy Street Co-op, 3 locations in Madison | 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. daily

Locally sourced vegetables + organic meats to prepare your thanksgiving day meal. Pre-made pies with local eggs and butter are also available for purchase. Pro tip: Free-range turkeys are available for pre-orders until Thurs., Nov. 18

Metcalfe’s Market, 2 locations in Madison | Times vary for each store

The local market sources over 3,000 of its products from regional farms and vendors. The Thanksgiving menu allows you to build your own feast with local sweet potatoes, brussel sprouts, a Door County cherry pie + more. The store is closed on Thanksgiving day, so be sure to order in-store or online beforehand.

Festival Foods, 810 E. Washington Ave. | 5 a.m.-10 p.m.

The Wisconsin-based grocer has Heat and Serve Holiday Meals so you can take a break from the kitchen. Order your turkey, ham + sides with just 48 hours notice. Pro Tip: Festival Foods is open on Turkey Day from 5 a.m.-3 p.m. for when you realize you forgot to buy cranberry sauce.

Brennan’s Market, 8210 Watts Rd. | Hours vary

Order a fresh all-natural turkey, local pies, an assortment of sides, wine + a cheeseboard — need we go on — from the local store. Thanksgiving pick-up orders must be placed by 5 p.m. on Mon., Nov. 22.

Where are you getting your meal? If we’ve missed your go-to spot, let us know so we can add it to our list.