Tired of cooking the turkey every year? Put your feet up and let these Chicago restaurants serve up Thanksgiving dinner for the whole family

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and feasting—not freaking out about meal planning or burnt birds. Skip the hassle of time-consuming food prep by treating yourself and your loved ones to a Thanksgiving dinner that didn’t come from your kitchen.

Even better, there’s plenty of options on how to make the most of this special holiday meal. You can order provisions to-go, have Thanksgiving dinner catered, or do one better . . . and dine out. From smoked turkeys to pumpkin pies to all the traditional fixins’, Chicago’s best chefs have you covered. You only need to decide one thing: dine at your table or theirs?

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Grocery Stores That Provide Thanksgiving Dinner in Chicago

Eataly
Thanksgiving might not be an Italian tradition, but Eataly believes in giving thanks for bountiful harvests and fresh ingredients. Their turkeys are organic and raised humanely, so you can bring the signature Italian quality to your Thanksgiving feast. Complement your meal with their curated salumi & fromaggi board of cured meats and cheeses, freshly baked bread, or go for a selection of fresh seafood platters. Complete the meal with housemade Torta di Mele (apple tart) or Tiramisù della Nonna.

Pre-order before Nov. 19 by emailing Eataly at chi-catering@eataly.com. Available for pick up only November 23 & 24.

43 E. Ohio St.
River North
Online: eataly.com

Whole Foods
Whole Foods has catered Thanksgiving meal packages for up to 12 people. They even have a vegan option for four. Meals includes sides such as green beans with roasted shallots or cranberry orange sauce. Order must be placed at least 48 hours in advance of pick-up.

Various locations throughout Chicagoland
Online: wholefoodsmarket.com

Restaurants Open for Dine-In Thanksgiving Dinner in Chicago

Alinea
For the first time, world-renown Alinea is offering a Thanksgiving Dinner for either four or eight people. Indulge with baked brie en croute, roasted garlic and sage stuffing, cranberry and orange compote, and more. Be even more decadent by adding on French Winter Truffle Mac & Cheese.

1723 N. Halsted
Lincoln Park
Online: alinea.com

Farmhouse Evanston
Farmhouse is known for their hearty Midwestern comfort food, making them a great Thanksgiving Day option. Their Thanksgiving Buffet will run from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and includes classics like turkey, ham, buttermilk smashed potatoes, green bean casserole, maple candied yams and more. $44 per person, $21 for children 10 and under.

703 Church St.
Evanston
Online: farmhouseevanston.com

I|O Godfrey
I|O Godfrey at The Godfrey Hotel invites guests to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving buffet featuring staffed action stationsThis festive meal prepared by Executive Chef Alfonso Martinez offers something for everyone. $59 for adults. $15 for kids. Additionally, I|O is offering Thanksgiving To-Go for those doing home celebrations for 8-10 people. Thanksgiving To-Go orders must be placed in advance by Nov. 23rd.

127 W. Huron St.
Near North
Online: iogodfrey.com

Maggiano’s
Enjoy Thanksgiving family-style at Maggiano’s. Maggiano’s is serving up a three-course menu plus balsamic tomato bruschetta compliments of the chef, two pasta dishes, and two additional sides. Add a pitcher of sangria or rum punch!

Various locations throughout Chicagoland
Online: maggianos.com

River Roast
What could be better than feasting riverside for Thanksgiving? River Roast will be serving up a spectacular Thanksgiving dinner featuring herb brined & roasted turkey, grilled carrots, stuffing with house sausage, whipped Yukon potatoes and more! Finish it off with carrot cake, apple cobbler or pumpkin pie.
$75 per person. Kids under 10 eat free.

315 N. LaSalle St.
River North
Online: riverroastchicago.com

RPM Steak
RPM Steak‘s special Thanksgiving Feast features local turkey breast, halibut, or a prime mid-west strip steak alongside traditional holiday sides and pecan pie. The four-course holiday spread is $105 per person.

66 W. Kinzie St.
River North
Online: rpmrestaurants.com

The Smith
Indulge in a three-course prix fixe menu with a choice of turkey three ways—roasted breast, braised leg or turkey pot pie, along with other options for non-turkey lovers. Dinner is $75 per person and includes fixings for the whole table.

400 N. Clark St.
River North
Online: thesmithrestaurant.com

Tortoise Supper Club
Have turkey or hand-carved prime rib, and save room for the iced oysters and decadent pumpkin pie, at Tortoise Supper Club's Thanksgiving Grand Buffet on Thanksgiving Day, 11:45 a.m.-8:15 p.m.

350 N. State St.
River North
Online: tortoisesupperclub.com

Wildfire
Enjoy a family-style Thanksgiving dinner featuring roasted turkey, glazed salmon, beef tenderloin and all the traditional side dishes. Gluten-free items will also be available. The meal costs $64.95 per person, and $29.95 for children 12 and under. If you’re entertaining family and friends at home, Wildfire is also offering a Thanksgiving Party Platter Menu of all your favorites for carryout.

Locations in Chicago, Oak Brook, Lincolnshire, Schaumburg and Glenview
Online: wildfirerestaurant.com

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Restaurants That Will Cater Thanksgiving Dinner in Chicago

BLVD Steakhouse
Toss the apron and make room for BLVD. Chef Johnny Besch has prepared a special menu full of Thanksgiving favorites for pickup Nov. 23 with offerings like confit turkey legs, brussel sprouts, and PQB sourdough stuffing. Order via BLVD's tock.

817 W. Lake St.
Fulton Market
Online: blvdchicago.com

FireLake
Enjoy Executive Chef Leonard Ventura's delicious food at home.  The special Thanksgiving to-go menu includes packages that serve up to 12 people and include turkey and ham, served with imaginative and traditional sides like fire roasted mushrooms with crispy shallots, maple glazed yam and apple, green beans, cranberry stuffing, cheddar herb mashed potatoes with cider gravy, and more.

221 N. Columbus St.
Loop
Online: firelakechicago.com

Frontier
A hot Wicker Park restaurant specializing in game, oysters and tap brews brings the bounty to your home with their Thanksgiving-to-go package. Executive Chef Brian Jupiter offers guests the option of ordering a whole smoked Amish turkey to-go. The antibiotic- and hormone-free turkeys are offered cooked and cooled. Available sides include five-cheese mac & cheese, traditional mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, Brussel sprouts and string beans. Orders must be placed by Fri., Nov. 18, with pick-up up to Thanksgiving morning from 9 a.m.-noon. Meals can also be enjoyed in-house.

1072 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Wicker Park
Online: thefrontierchicago.com

Prairie Grass Cafe
Prairie Grass is taking all the thinking out of Thanksgiving dinner with a preset family-style meal, with wine pairings if you'd like, available for pickup on Thanksgiving Day. Orders must be placed by November 18, but beware, they may sell out!

601 Skokie Blvd.
Northbrook
Online: prairiegrasscafe.com

The Smoke Daddy
Whole turkeys at this Wicker Park and Wrigleyville BBQ bastion are slow-smoked until heady and crisp; opt for Southern-style pulled turkey if you prefer your birds on the tender side. Or, skip the turkey this year and go with a glazed ham.  Since families can’t exist on meat alone, the restaurant has housemade cornbread stuffing, green bean casserole, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes and turkey gravy at the ready, available by the quart. Orders are being taken through Nov. 18th for pickup on Nov. 22 & 23.

1804 W. Division St.
Wicker Park

3636 N. Clark St.
Wrigleyville
Online: thesmokedaddy.com

Weber Grill
Thanksgiving is finger-licking good when you’re greeted with a whole smoked turkey feast, and Weber Grill has flavor-filled party platters featuring all your fave fixins. We’re talking about maple whipped sweet potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, Weber sausage stuffing, and classic pumpkin or apple pie. Whole turkey orders must be placed by Friday, Nov. 18th. All other orders must be placed by Tuesday, Nov. 22nd. Pick-up with reheating instructions on either the 23rd, or Thanksgiving Day between 10am and noon.

And, if you want Weber Grill to do all the heavy lifting, the restaurants plan to be open and are accepting reservations for a three course turkey dinner. $39.95 for adults. $15.95 for children under 12.

Locations in Chicago, Lombard, & Schaumburg
Online: webergrillrestaurant.com

Restaurants That Will Deliver Thanksgiving Dinner in Chicago

 

Fresh Picks
In the spirit of their mission to make fresh, organic food readily available to everyone while supporting local farms, Fresh Picks is offering a Thanksgiving option. For those who would like to serve a locally grown feast, Fresh Picks features locally grown produce commonly found in holiday recipes. It's a great way to support local businesses, with the added benefit of skipping the grocery store lines. Plus, turkeys will additionally be available to order through two different Fresh Picks farms. Orders can be placed now!

Online: freshpicks.com

Meal Village
Meal Village offers affordable locally made, non-subscription-based comfort food on a same-day delivery basis. Look to them for all your made-from-scratch sides and sauces.

Online: mealvillage.com

 

 

 

Streamline your Turkey Day dinner plans by trading kitchen time for dining time. Here’s where to go for Thanksgiving dinner in Atlanta

Putting together a fully home-cooked holiday spread can be stressful. So, if you’re looking to score Thanksgiving dinner in Atlanta without lifting a finger, we’ve got you. From Atlanta restaurants that are open on Thanksgiving Day to those offering Thanksgiving dinner to-go, each one of our picks has kids and families in mind. With these choices, you’ll save some time and be able to head off to all your other Thanksgiving Day activities with a full belly and happy kids.

These Atlanta Restaurants are Open on Thanksgiving Day

Ray's on the River

If you'd rather go out this year in Atlanta for Thanksgiving, Ray's offers its Traditional Thanksgiving Day Dine In Buffet for $70 per adult, $35 per child. Feast on starters like peel-and-eat shrimp and local meats and cheeses, have some butternut squash bisque or seafood gumbo, and dive into main courses such as savory herb-roasted turkey breast and slow-roasted herb-crusted prime rib. Reservations are required, so make them online or call 770-955-1187. 

6700 Powers Ferry Rd. N.W.
Sandy Springs, GA
Online: raysrestaurants.com

HobNob

For a traditional three-course sit-down Thanksgiving dinner, visit the restaurant HobNob between 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. There's a set cost of $45 per person or $17.95 for a kids plate for ages 12 and younger. First course choices include curried pumpkin soup, toasted sourdough or fall salad, while second courses offer roasted turkey breast, glazed ham, seared Atlantic salmon and 12-hour porter braised rib. Dessert is pumpkin or pecan pie or chocolate layer cake. Reservations are recommended.  

804 Town Blvd., A1010
Atlanta
Online: hobnobatlanta.com

Old Vinings Inn

Old Vinings Inn offers its '22 Thanksgiving Dine In with a three-course prix fixe menu (with add on options) for $70 for adults and $28 for children under age 12. Expect a butternut squash bisque, roasted turkey breast, prime rib, cornbread dressing, garlic green beans, desserts, and more. The children's meal includes turkey, chicken fingers, or mac & cheese, plus one side and a scoop of ice cream. There's also an option for pick-up or delivery in case you decide you don't want to go out.

3011 Paces Mill Rd.
Atlanta
Online: oldviningsinn.net

Where to Get Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go

Souper Jenny

The a la carte Thanksgiving menu from Souper Jenny this year features "everything but the bird," with the restaurant's popular soups and a long list of sides including Jenny's sausage & apple stuffing with sage & thyme, vegan vegetable stuffing, crispy roasted Brussels sprouts with maple mustard glaze, and traditional holiday desserts. 

Good to Know: All orders must be in by Thursday, November 17 at 4 p.m., and there is a $60 minimum. Pick-up is Wednesday, November 23 at all three locations. 

Souper Jenny Buckhead 
130 West Paces Ferry Rd. N.W.
Atlanta

Souper Jenny Westside 
1082 Huff Rd. N.W.
Atlanta

Souper Jenny Roswell 
589 Atlanta St.
Roswell, GA

Online: souperjenny.com

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Ziegler’s BBQ and Catering

This Acworth barbecue restaurant is offering its annual takeout holiday menu for Thanksgiving, which includes a choice of turkey or ham and all the classic sides you crave, like sweet potato casserole, garlic mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and golden kernel corn. The options are extensive but you'd better reserve your spot fast. Call the restaurant at 770-529-5227 to place your order at least 72 hours in advance. 

3451 Cobb Pkwy. N.W.
Acworth, GA
Online: zieglersbbq.com

Moe's Original BBQ

Serving Alabama-style BBQ since 1988, Moe’s Original BBQ is a great spot to get Thanksgiving dinner in Atlanta. From whole smoked turkeys to vats of mac-n-cheese (and everything in between), you can choose from their Thanksgiving packages or pick up food a la carte. With three locations near Atlanta, they're a great option for outsourcing holiday stress this year.  

5005 Peachtree Pkwy., Suite 810
Peachtree Corners, GA

101 West 1st St.
Rome, GA

1421 5th Ave.
Columbus, GA

Online: moesoriginalbbq.com

Local Three

Whether you're looking to add a few extra dishes to your holiday spread or you want the whole shebang, Local Three is offering elevated traditional holiday meals to go. In addition to brined and smoked Bell Evans turkeys or Beeler's honey glazed spiral cut ham, you can pick up fresh cold water oysters, charcuterie boards, whipped brown butter sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, and more. Choose items from their a la carte menu or get everything you need to feed 12 people with their family feast for $399.

Good to Know: Thanksgiving items will be available for pickup at Local Three, from 2-8 p.m. on November 22 and 23. 

3290 Northside Pkwy. N.W.
Atlanta
Online: localthree.com

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OK Cafe

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People come to the OK Cafe for the quality of the food and the sort of menu your grandmother would make for Sunday dinner, if you had a grandma who could cook, that is. With a whole turkey option, you can elect to add pans of mac n' cheese, squash souffle, mashed potatoes, black eyed peas, and more. You can also pick up whole pies and cakes, to finish it off in style. Holiday menus, when published, can be found on their website under "Menu."

284 West Paces Ferry Rd.
Atlanta
Online: okcafe.com

Sprouts

Although Sprouts is still working on the details for this year's feast, in the past they've offered pre-order turkeys, hams, rib roasts, complete prepared meals, and party trays to take home. Pick up your meal—including a main course and traditional trimmings and sides—by noon on Thanksgiving Day. In addition to the Atlanta store, there are about a dozen others in the general area, so check their website to see which location is best for you. 

1845 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Suite 500
Atlanta
Online: sprouts.com

Sweet Auburn Barbecue

Offering whole smoked turkeys or sliced, plus cornbread dressing, turkey gravy, biscuits or cornbread, and cranberry sauce (in addition to your choice of two sides), you can place your Thanksgiving dinner order online in advance for pickup from November 7 through November 23. A whole smoked turkey (feeds 12-14) package with sides is $215, and the sliced turkey package (feeds six) is $125.

656 N. Highland Ave. N.E.
Atlanta
Online: sweetauburnbbq.com

Morty's Meat & Supply

This new spot in Dunwoody's The Village is opening this fall, but it's already offering take-home family Thanksgiving dinners. Choose from brined or smoked Heritage North Carolina free range turkey for $110 to $125, with gravy or other sides for $25 each. Or get a smoked turkey, gravy, and four sides for $250. Order online through their other business, Bar(N), and pick it all up from Morty’s Meat & Supply on either November 23, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., or November 24 (Thanksgiving Day), from 10 a.m. to noon.

5509 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.
Dunwoody, GA
Online: barndunwoody.com

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Alon's Bakery

Atlanta's go-to elegant to-go eatery, with two locations, is offering a whole smoked turkey (serves 10-12) for $110, along with fancier-fare side dishes (think bourbon orange cranberry relish) and decadent desserts (salted caramel apple pie, anyone?), priced separately. You can also opt for the classic turkey feast for eight, which includes a customizable menu for $390.

4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd. N.E.
Atlanta

1394 North Highland Ave. N.E.
Atlanta

Online: alons.com

Maggiano’s Little Italy

If you want some turkey but you're really not that into the traditional meal, per se, you can pick up a Thanksgiving Carryout Package at Maggiano's. They are still updating the details for this year's meal but in the past it's included a traditional roasted turkey with giblet gravy and focaccia sausage stuffing, country-style smoked ham with whipped sweet potatoes, plus spaghetti and meatballs, four-cheese ravioli, caesar salad, garlic mashed potatoes, freshly baked bread, plus cranberry relish.

Maggiano’s Buckhead
3368 Peachtree Rd.
Atlanta

Maggiano’s Cumberland Mall
1601 Cumberland Mall S.E.
Atlanta

Maggiano’s Perimeter Mall
4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd.
Dunwoody

Online: maggianos.com

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additional reporting by Dhyana Levey

Photo: Weelicious

This one-pan meal from Catherine McCord of Weelicious is the perfect weekend brunch dish. Catherine says, “Shakshuka has existed in mediterranean countries for centuries and you will find different variations on it depending on where it’s served.” With eggs, spices, cheese and veggies, your kids will go wild for this dish.

2-3 servings

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 red, orange or yellow bell pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, roughly chopped (whichever you prefer)
4 large eggs
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
bread or pita, toasted for serving
avocado, sliced for serving

Preparation:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes or until becoming translucent. Add the bell pepper, garlic and salt and continue sautéing for 3 more minutes or until vegetables have softened.

2. Add the smoked paprika, cumin and coriander and sauté for 1 minute to toast the herbs. Add the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes and stir the sauce until combined. Simmer the sauce over medium low for 15 minutes to med the flavors.

3. Using the back of a large spoon make 4 indents spaced out in the sauce and gently crack eggs into these “wells”. Cook the eggs and sauce for 5-6 minutes or until the whites are set and the eggs yolks are still jiggly. If you want your egg yolks fully cooked through cook for a total of 8-9 minutes.

4. Serve in bowls with toast and sliced avocado if desired or eat right out of the skillet like we do.

This post originally appeared on Weelicious.

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Catherine McCord is the co-founder of One Potato and the founder of the popular Weelicious brand, a trusted content resource synonymous with family and food. She has written three cookbooks including her latest Smoothie Project. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and three children.

One of the best things to come from 2020? Family-style platters from our favorite DC restaurants. One of the cheapest options? BBQ. And while you won’t have to put in the work (most of these restaurants boast 8+ hours of smoking), you will be left with lots of sticky fingers! Get out the finger bowls and wet wipes, these dinners are worth the mess. Read on for the best bbq family meals in the DC area.

DC

DCity Smokehouse

Fei S. via Yelp

When this black-owned business first opened, The Thrillist named it one of the 15 best new BBQ restaurants in the country. That buzz has only grown;  today, this BBQ joint has created an almost cult-like following with their DC-style of smoked meats. Got a large crew? Check out the DCity All-in-Feast ($99). Featuring a pound of ribs, a pound of brisket, one dozen smoked wings and 5 large sides, no one is leaving the table hungry. They also sell meats by the 1/4 pound, half pound and full pound. The mac here is a must! 

COVID-19 Update: Orders are available for no contact pick ups. 

203 Florida Ave NW
Washington DC . 20001
202.733.1919
Online: dcitysmokehouse.com

Federalist Pig

Federalist Pig

For an easy family meal, order meats by the 1/2 pound at this BBQ joint. Orders include Texas toast and pickles. For hungry families, consider the Feed the Fam platter which includes a a half pound of brisket, a half pound of chopped pork, one pound of pork ribs and tips, a half chicken PLUS four large sides. FedPig also runs Fedwich from Kramer Books in Dupont Circle. Order from a number of sandwiches not available at the Adams Morgan restaurant (bonus: you can order books as a side). If this restaurant isn't already on your radar as a fam fav, it will be now: it consistently earns praise as one of the best cheap eats by the Washingtonian

COVID-19 Update: Both Federalist Pig and the new pop-up, Fedwich, offer no-contact pick ups & delivery. 

1654 Columbia Rd NW
Adams Morgan
Online: federalistpig.com

Smoke & Barrel

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If meat eaters and vegans co-exist in your house, check out the pit masters at this Adams Morgan restaurant. They sling smoked tofu along with vegan wings, vegan spare ribs and a Beyond Burger worth venturing out for. They have family favorites, like a smoked chicken, and platters large enough to feed 5 or more. Don't forget to add dessert to your order; their sweet potato donuts are a must. Insider tip: you can also get their famous cocktails to go. 

COVID-19 Update: Smoke & Barrel is now taking indoor reservations at a limited capacity. Masks are required. They also offer pick up & delivery.

2471 18th St. NW
Adams Morgan
202-319-9353
Online: smokeandbarreldc.com

MARYLAND

The Hideaway

The Hideaway

This Anne Arundel county restaurant often runs out of their famous, award-winning wings, so get here early if you want to grab plates. Their fresh BBQ is smoked for 12 hrs. daily over pecan wood. A must-try is their smoked fried chicken; this is not your average chicken finger platter. After being pecan wood-smoked for 3 hours, the chicken is flash fried. Picky eaters under 12 will find the usual suspects: mac & cheese, grilled cheese, hamburgers and more. We bet your budding foodie will want to order off the main menu here. 

COVID-19 Update: The Hideaway is open for indoor seating (at 50% capacity per the Governor’s order), outdoor seating, takeout and delivery. 

1439 Odenton Road
Odenton, MD 21113
410-874-7300
Online: hideawayodenton.com

Woodrow's Barb-B-Que

Woodrow's Barb-B-Que

This Baltimore outpost serves authentic Texas-style BBQ that uses white oak wood in its smoker. You can buy meat by the 1/2 pound here, including pulled pork, brisket and ribs. We recommend the whole smoked chicken ($18) for family dinners. 

COVID-19 Update: Curbside pick up & delivery are available. Woodrow's is now serving in a limited capacity outdoors; reservations are suggested. 

1607 Sulgrave Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209
667-212-4436
Online: woodrowsbbq.com

Blue Pit BBQ & Whiskey Bar

Jenn G. via Yelp

You can get food & drinks to-go at this Baltimore restaurant where sides take center stage (think four-cheese mac, pickled jalapeños, cornbread and collard greens). Their 18-hour cooked pulled pork put them on the map, but their vegan pulled jackfruit is worth a try for those that like to go meatless on Mondays. 

COVID-19 Update: The patio is now open. You can still get your food delivered (or request a no contact pick up). 

1601 Union Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21211
443-948-5590
Online: bluepitbbq.com

VIRGINIA

Willard's Real Pit BBQ

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If you're looking to feed a group, Willard's has platters available to serve families of 4 (The Feedbag, $57.99), 6 (The Supper, $95.99) and 8 (The Feast, $119). If these oversized portions look too large for your table, Willard's also offers a Snack Pack for 8 ($37.99), which will easily feed a family with tots for days. If this joint is a drive for you, be sure to pick up their sauces and rubs at the store so you can replicate their dishes at home!

COVID-19 Update: Available for pick up & delivery within a 5 mi. radius. 

4300 Chantilly Shopping Center
Chantilly, VA 20151
703 488 9970

11790 Baron Cameron Ave
Reston, VA 20190
703 429 1755
Online: dcbbq.com

Worth-The-Drive: Monk's BBQ

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Meat is more fun to eat when it comes on a stick! Pork belly skewers ($5.99) a hit with adults and kids alike. Grab a spoon because the house made sauces are the star of many dishes. A Blackberry Whiskey BBQ sauce features near-by Corcoran Vineyard's Blackjack Blackberry Wine and Purcellville's own Catoctin Creek Distilling's Roundstone Rye Whiskey. Don't forget to get some scoops before you go at the Tipped Cow Creamery next door. 

COVID-19 Update: The dining room is now open and features live music on Fri. & Sat.

251 N 21st St.
Purcellville, VA 20132
540-751-9425
Online: monksq.com

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Survey says the word “brunch” springs to mind when considering the best ways to celebrate Mother’s Day. It’s a beautiful tradition that’s going to require some tweaks this year. There are a plenty of restaurants offering brunch kits to-go (complete with mimosas), but why stop at breakfast? We found a number of restaurants in Maryland, Virginia and DC delivering meals that will make Mother’s Day feel like the special event it deserves to be.  Read on for the best places to pick up brunch or dinner in the DMV this Mother’s Day to enjoy at home.

Keep the Tradition Alive

Take Flight with Brunch Basics

If you are looking for an excuse to hop in a car this Sunday, we scouted out a number of restaurants worth the drive here. Our pick for brunch is More Better in Loudoun County, VA. Breakfast to-go includes gooey cinnamon buns, cheesy scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, home fries and fruit for four ($80). But what makes this brunch more better are the options you can add to sweeten the deal. Opt for a flight of mimosas, a bloody mary built for two and even flowers to complete your Mother's Day morning.

More Better Restaurant & Beer Hall
35246 Harry Byrd Hwy.
Round Hill, VA 20141
(540) 751-9603
Online: morebetterbeer.com

A Simple Breakfast in Bed

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Ivy City Smokehouse is delivering a smoked fish board for breakfast. Platters include Pacific Northwest style honey hot smoked salmon, traditional salmon, pepper salmon, North Carolina rainbow trout and Great Lakes whitefish salad. And what would smoked fish be without fresh bagels? Be sure to serve mom this breakfast in bed.

Ivy City Smokehouse
1356 Okie St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-529-3300
Online: ivycitysmokehouse.com

Hotel Luxuries At Home

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Lansdowne Resort & Spa is offering a family-style brunch for $95. It includes 3 options: whole roasted French country chicken, sauteed Chilean seabass and Angus filet steak and shrimp. You can also order breakfast items a la carte. Cinnamon roll muffins and PB & chocolate chip scones are sure child-pleasers. To make it extra special, add chocolate-covered strawberries, cake pops or lobster to your order.

Lansdowne Resort & Spa
44050 Woodridge Pkwy.
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 729-8400
Online: lansdowneresort.com

Give Mom the 5-Star Experience

Celebrate with Cake (and Sparkling Wine!)

2941 Restaurant

Add a cake and a dinner instantly becomes a celebration. 2941 Restaurant has taken this formula and added a bottle of sparking wine, too, to maximize those feel good moments with their Celebrate at Home Care Package. Prices start at $150 for a family-meal that feeds four. Prices are based on the main entree selection; options include Whole Roasted Amish Chicken, Elysian Fields Farm Leg of Lamb, Pan-Seared Creekstone Farm Filet Mignon.

 

2941 Restaurant
2941 Fairview Park Dr.
Falls Church, VA 22042
703-270-1500
Online: 2941.com

Get Beach Vibes with a Seafood Dinner

Dig In to a Clawsome Meal

Shilling Canning

Let's face it, we could all use more feel good moments right now. When you order dinner from Shilling Canning, you aren't just supporting a local, Yards restaurant, you're also supporting a number regional farms. Chef Reid Shilling sources nearly 100% of the menu's ingredients locally, and that's a dinner we want to sit down with. Their prix fixed dinner curated just for Mother's Day includes locally-caught Blue Crab served over an asparagus and watercress salad, a decadent grilled tenderloin and a chocolate mouse dessert. Pre-ordering opens on May 6 and closes at 5 p.m on May 9.

Shilling Canning
360 Water St. SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 554-7474
Online: toasttab.com/shilling-canning-company

A Pearl of a Dinner

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Moms deserve all the things, so give her the world, or at least a platter of oysters. BlackSalt Restaurant, which also operates a fish market, has some of the freshest fish in town.  But why stop there? Stock up on seafood favorites, like mussels, crab cake sandwiches and fresh, grilled salmon. If you're looking for brunch options, the Black Market Bistro in Garrett, MD  is offering make-your-own pancake kit and mimosas to go for Mother's Day.

 

BlackSalt Restaurant
4883 MacArthur Blvd. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-342-9101
Online: blacksaltrestaurant.com

Ivy City Smokehouse

Douglas Bagg via Unsplash

Ivy City Smokehouse is delivering a smoked fish board for breakfast. Platters include Pacific Northwest style honey hot smoked salmon, traditional salmon, pepper salmon, North Carolina rainbow trout and Great Lakes whitefish salad. And what would smoked fish be without fresh bagels? Be sure to serve mom this breakfast in bed. 

1356 Okie St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-529-3300
Online: ivycitysmokehouse.com

Take Mom on a Culinary Vacation

Around the World in One Meal

Compass Rose

Let's face it, moms everywhere could use a vacation right about now. We're all armchair travelers these days. Why not be an armchair taster? Compass Rose's curbside carryout (or patio pick up) lets you bring the flavors and aromas of far off places to your own abode. Meal kits include an eclectic mix of street tacos and pancakes that change daily. The restaurant is busy supporting World Central Kitchen as a community kitchen during the week, so orders are only accepted from noon-3 p.m. on Fri.-Sun. Pick up is available 5-8 p.m.

Compass Rose
1346 T Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Online: compassrosedc.com

When You're Fondue of Mom

Stable DC

Stable DC offers a brunch to-go, but we're here for the fondue. You don't have to have a pot for this pick-up; for a $75 hold they'll let you borrow one (you're refunded on return). You can order house-baked breads to go with all that cheese. And the best part, their German-inspired cocktails are now portable. Stable DC 1324 H St. NE Washington, DC 20002 202-733-4604 Online: stabledc.com

 

—Meghan Yudes Meyers
featured photo: Andrea Piacquadio via Pexels

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Covid-19 may have families housebound, but you and your hungry youngsters can still eat out–while staying in. That’s right, the Portland restaurant community doesn’t give up easily, and you might be surprised to find out that many of your favorite family-friendly eateries deliver delicious meals right to your doorstep. Read on to find out where you can order up your dinner-in tonight.

photo: Mike F. via Yelp

Either/Or

Pick up breakfast lunch or dinner at this awesome spot where you can order breakfast sandwiches, pastries, rice bows, and wonton and meatball soup! If you are feeling thirsty you’ll want to get one of their awesome coffee drinks or a bottle of wine for mom and dad.

Order: menu items are available for takeout as well as deliver via GrubHub and Caviar.
4003 N Williams Ave
Online: eitherorpdx.com

Miss Delta

Enjoy a little southern comfort food from this cool joint. Brunch and dinner include beloved dishes like biscuits and gravy, a southern stack featuring a buttermilk biscuit with fried chicken, chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak, catfish, meatloaf…and don’t forget a side of fried pickles. There’s even a kid’s menu for young ones who like to keep it simple. They’ll appreciate the grilled cheese and cheese burger.

Order: pick up your order curbside or have it delivered via Caviar.
3950 N Mississippi Ave
Online: missdeltapdx.net

photo: Andy H. via yelp

Ecliptic Brewing

Pretend you are sipping a brew on the patio of your favorite local brewery when your order food, beer and wine from Ecliptic. This favorite brewpub launched a delivery website for takeout and delivery. You can order burgers, sandwiches, and they even offer a family package that includes fried chicken, slaw, potato salad, cookies and beer! The perfect family meal for celebrating spring.

Order: orders available for both pickup and delivery
825 N Cook St,
Online: toasttab.com/ecliptic-brewing

Von Ebert Brewing

This brewery is all about serving the family. From favorites like smoked wings, pizzas and steak bites, to dad and mom’s favorite beer, you can still get it all. But Von Ebert also offers an excellent family meal options which includes an entired smoked adobo chicken, cowoby beans, a house salad, tortillas and salsa.

Order: pickup and delivery are available
131 Northwest 13th Ave.
Online: vonbertbrewing.com

The Waiting Room

This local restaurant earns a special place in our hearts for its “Family Meals” option. Feed your family a meal of brich chicken, mashed potatoes, blackeye pea falafel and brownies. But, if you prefer to pick and choose menu items check their site for dishes that include fried chicken, hushpuppies, biscuits and yummy deserts like banana cream pie. Don’t forget to ask about the booze-to-go.

Order: Grab your meal curbside or order for delivery through Caviar and Grubhub
2327 NW Kearney
Online: thewaitingroompdx.com

photo: starleigh via flickr

Mi Mero Mole

For some excellent Mexican food look to this spot for tacos, burritos and more. But you don’t have to limit yourself to one meal, they also offer delivery for the freezer. Order frozen burritos, rice boles, tamales and enchiladas and pretend like you are on vacation in Mexico all week long!

Order: You can pick up or enjoyed meals delivered right to your doorstep
5026 SE Division S
Online: mmmtacospdx.com

Mother’s

Mother’s Bistro & Bar has long been a family favorite, and Covid-19 can close them down. Enjoy mom’s meatloaf & gravy and chicken and dumplings, or slow-cooked pulled pork. Want to make the kids (and mom) smile? Then you’ll want to order mothers signature macaroni & cheese. You can keep it simple with plain mac 7 cheese or have it with bacon and cheddar added or roasted garlic and prosciutto ham.

Order: Food items avialable for takeout, curbside pick-up, and delivery within a ten-mile radius of downtown Portland.
121 Southwest 3rd Ave
Online: mothersbistro.com

–Annette Benedetti

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Aldi does not care if you are trying for a low carb diet. The fave grocery retailer will start selling chocolate-stuffed Belgian waffles on Jun. 26—and you really can’t get more decadent than that!

If you haven’t checked out Aldi’s Specially Selected line, now is the time. The Belgian waffles fall into this brand, which also features tasty treats such as Almond Dark Chocolate Biscotti, Dark Chocolate Covered Sea Salt Caramels, Vanilla Pizzelle Cookies, Smoked Gouda Cheese and so much more.

photo: Aldi

The limited-edition chocolate-filled waffles will retail for $3.99 nationwide. For those of you who don’t heart chocolate (is that really anyone?), Aldi will also sell Specially Selected Cherry Filled Belgian Waffles too!

—Erica Loop

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Itching for a great culinary night out but want to make it more of a family affair (maybe a Mother’s Day adventure? You’re in luck. There are tons of great restaurants around the DMV that offer kid-friendly accommodations. Click through to discover some of our favorites.

Trummer’s on Main

Trummer’s on Main’s Petit Gourmand program is a kids' tasting menu created with the goal of offering families the opportunity to introduce younger guests to fine dining—glass cups, shiny silverware, and all—at a young age. Inspired by experiences dining with their own young sons, owners Stefan and Victoria Trummer say it’s a way for both parents to be able to enjoy a tasting menu with their kid, but also for kids to be able to get involved and eat real food. Move over nuggets; the Petit Gourmand menu has included dishes such as smoked mozzarella Fried Arancini with escabeche mayo for kid-friendly dipping and a Make Your Own Sundae with all of the usual fixins’ like Cap’n Crunch and chocolate syrup.

7134 Main St. (Clifton, Va)
703-266-1623
Online: trummersonmain.com

—Ayren Jackson-Cannady and Kristina Messner

 

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Calling all Dole Whip fans! Now you can score your sweet pineapple fix in a whole new way with Disneyland’s secret Dole Whip dish that’s only available in one place.

The new Tropical Hideaway restaurant nestled between the Enchanted Tiki Room and the Jungle Cruise has been serving up some unique dishes on its tropical-inspired menu since it opened early this year in Disneyland. There’s one item you won’t find listed on the menu, but if you ask nicely you can enjoy a bacon-covered Dole Whip.

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The Tropical Hideaway menu includes several delicious desserts, including two new Dole Whip options: orange-pineapple and raspberry-pineapple, as well as the Loaded Whip, which is an orange and pineapple swirl Dole Whip topped with mango, pineapple, orange slices, coconut, chocolate cookies and candied hibiscus.

If you feel like being a little more adventurous, however, ask for yours topped with smoked, candied bacon.

So what does it taste like? According to Forbes contributor Julie Tremaine, “It’s like Hawaiian pizza. It shouldn’t make sense, but it does.” You’ll just have to try it for yourself, because hey—any excuse for a Disney trip is a good one.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

Featured photo: HarshLight via Flickr

 

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With the recent recalls of Goldish and Ritz crackers, your pantry may be looking a little bare. Despite feeling like the snack world is crumbling around us (pun intended), there are plenty of cheese cracker alternatives to keep your hungry littles happy.

Keep reading for our top picks of credible crackers your little cheeseheads will love.

Trader Joes Roasted Gorgonzola Flavored Oven Crisp Crackers

Amazon

If you're trying to reclaim that cheesy goodness in a cracker, then these gorgonzola crisps from Trader Joe's fit the bill. Deliciously crunchy without being overwhelming, this crackers can be enjoyed a la mode, with dip or in soup. While not a traditional "kid" snack, you'll find everyone digging into the box before you know it.

Moon Cheese Cheddar Natural & Crunchy Cheese Snack

Target

Gluten-free and made with 100% real cheese, these cheese balls will satisfy your cracker cravings. Even better, they are sold in perfectly portioned packs for little hands to enjoy for snacks or lunch.

Snyders of Hanover Wholey Cheese! Mild Cheddar Crispy Baked Crackers

Target

These new crackers from famed pretzel maker Snyders of Hanover prove to be meet your cheesy needs. Coming in three flavors that include Swiss and black pepper, mild cheddar and smoked gouda, these crackers are just as tasty for adults as they are for kids.

Just The Cheese Snack Bars

Amazon

It's all about the cheese in these crunchy baked snacks bars. Made with just 100% Wisconsin cheese, these bars are oven baked and provide as much calcium as a glass of milk. Choose from aged cheddar, grilled cheese and jalapeño flavors for your adventurous eaters.

Annie's Cheddar Bunnies

Annie's

Now's the time to get your kiddos hooked on the baked and organic wheat flour crackers that come from Annie's. Made with real aged cheddar these snacks are perfectly sized and wholesome too.

—Karly Wood

 Featured Photo: WholeyCheese via Instagram

 

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