Thanksgiving preorder packages
1. Fresa's
Fresa's Chicken is offering two Thanksgiving meal packages this year. The signature roasted turkey meal serves 8-10 people and includes a whole roasted turkey, gravy, citrus-serrano cranberry sauce, chorizo stuffing and a choice of three sides for $315. The second package serves 4-6 and has the same options, except it only includes roasted turkey breast, not an entire turkey, for $215. The eatery is also offering four speciality pies for $36 each. Orders must be placed by Nov. 21 and picked up Nov. 23. Orders can be placed online or by phone at 512-915-0362. Pickup is at Fresa's South 1st location, 1703 S. First St.
2. Walton’s Fancy and Staple
Walton’s Fancy and Staple is offering a 10-person Thanksgiving meal package with Cajun-spiced airline turkey breast, gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, brown sugar and rosemary carrots, garlic confit roasted broccoli, white cheddar-herb mac and cheese, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry sauce. Items are priced between $25-$65. Walton’s is also serving whole pies for $25. Orders must be placed by Nov. 21 and picked up on Nov. 22 or Nov. 23. To place your order, call 512-542-3380 or email [email protected].
3. Local Foods
Local Foods is offering Thanksgiving meals made from fresh local ingredients for up to 20 people. They are offering full meals as well as boxed lunches, group salads, cookie platters and more. Order by emailing [email protected].
4. TLC
TLC is offering a take-home thanksgiving package that serves 8-10 people for $299. The package includes honey-sage basted turkey, citrus-vanilla cranberry sauce, giblet gravy, andouille cornbread stuffing, rosemary garlic mashed potatoes, country-style green beans and Texas pecan pie. There is also an option to add lobster mac and cheese, sandwich rolls, and a chocolate pecan pie for an additional fee. Pickup starts Nov. 23. www.toasttab.com/TLC-austin/v3
5. Cork & Barrel
Cork & Barrel is offering a Thanksgiving Heat n’ Serve feast this season. The package includes half-roasted turkey breast; mashed potatoes and giblet gravy; a yam bake with walnuts, pineapple and marshmallows; stuffing; cranberry sauce; sauteed green beans; dinner rolls and butter; and pumpkin or pecan pie for $260. Items can be purchased a la carte, with sides at $30, a whole roasted turkey at $45 and pies for $28. Orders must be placed by Nov. 21 and picked up by Nov. 22 or Nov. 23. www.corkandbarrelpub.com
6. Z’Tejas
Z’Tejas is offering a Thanksgiving meal package with sliced pineapple and chipotle roasted turkey, cheesy roasted poblano mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, seasonal veggies, chipotle roasted turkey gravy and cranberry sauce. The package costs $125 and serves 4-6. Orders must be placed by Nov. 21 and picked up Nov. 22-23. Z’Tejas has two locations: 1110 W. Sixth St. and 14900 Avery Ranch Blvd. www.ztejas.com
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving
1. Hyde Park Bar & Grill
Hyde Park Bar & Grill is open this Thanksgiving from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Hyde Park will be serving oven-roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, other traditional Thanksgiving sides and pie. The eatery will not be serving their usual menu. Hyde Park Bar & Grill has two Austin locations: 4206 Duval St. (512-458-3168); 4521 West Gate Blvd., Ste. B. (512-899-2700).
2. Nido
Nido is offering a four-course meal from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. this Thanksgiving. The meal includes chestnut soup; a fall salad; savory Heritage turkey, stuffing, and honey-roasted cranberries; and a pumpkin tart as well as other traditional side dishes. The meal starts at $85 for adults and $35 for children ages 5-12. Wine pairings will also be available for an additional $50. Reservations can be made by calling 512-580-1183. www.thelorenhotels.com/austin/cuisine/restaurant#nido
3. TLC
TLC is open from noon-8 p.m. and will be serving plates with the same items in the take-home package for $38. 1100 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 1150, Austin. 512-580-0971 www.tlcaustin.com
4. Kerbey Lane Cafe
Kerbey Lane’s South, Southwest, Round Rock, Mueller and Northwest locations will be open Thanksgiving day from 7 a.m.-10 p.m, offering plates with turkey, gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, broccoli and rolls for $16.99 a plate. www.kerbeylanecafe.com
5. Eddie V’s
Both of Eddie V’s Austin locations are open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Eddie V’s is offering a special menu with slow-roasted turkey, brioche sage stuffing, green beans with sundried tomatoes, mashed potatoes and more. The dinner is $47 for adults and $17 for kids. Reservations can be made online. 301 E. 5th St. (512-472-1860); 9400 B Arboretum Blvd. (512-342-2642). www.eddiev.com/events/thanksgiving-dinner-menu
6. Caroline
American restaurant Caroline is open from 7 a.m.-10p.m. on Thanksgiving. Caroline is serving its normal menu, plus a few Thanksgiving additions. Walk-ins are welcome, though there may be a wait. Caroline is located at 621 Congress Ave. Ste. 101, Austin. 512-982-6766. www.carolinerestaurant.com
7. TR Restaurant & Bar
TR Restaurant & Bar is open on Thanksgiving from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. for brunch and 3-10 p.m. for dinner. TR is serving a buffet-style menu with eggs, pancakes, waffles, avocado toast and other items for breakfast, and a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Brunch is $55 for adults and $25 for kids. Dinner is $75 for adults and $25 for kids. 512-261-6600. www.lakewayresortandspa.com/sip-savor
8. Truluck’s
Truluck’s is open from noon-9 p.m. downtown and from 11 a.m.-8p.m. at the Arboretum on Thanksgiving. They will be serving their full regular menu, plus a turkey plate that costs $59 for adults and $25 for kids age 12 and under. Truluck’s is also offering a leftover box with Thanksgiving turkey and sides to take home at $25 a box. Truluck’s has two Austin locations: 10225 Research Blvd., Ste. 4000 (512-794-8300); 400 Colorado St. (512-482-9000). www.trulucks.com
