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Where to dine-in and carry-out Thanksgiving dinner in Kansas City 2021

An entree, side dish, and dessert sit on a booth table at Gram & Dun.

Our mouths are watering just thinking about turkey. | Photo via @gramanddun.

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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. What could be butter? (Sorry, are our puns too corny? 🌽)

Where to dine-in:

Gram & Dun, 600 Ward Pkwy., Kansas City, MO | Open 11 a.m-10 p.m.
Dinner will include a featured a la carte Thanksgiving selection — roasted turkey breast, grilled swordfish, and prime rib. Pro Tip: Be sure to make reservations here.

Chaz on the Plaza, 325 Ward Pkwy., Kansas City, MO | Open 11 a.m-8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a five-course Thanksgiving dinner with traditional holiday dishes like stuffed turkey breast, whipped potatoes, and garlic and herb green beans. Thanksgiving dinner is available for dine-in only.

McCormick & Schmick’s, 448 W. 47th St., Kansas City, MO | Open 11:30 a.m-9 p.m.
A traditional turkey dinner is $32 for adults + $10 for children — with starter options like butternut squash bisque. If you prefer to dine at home, the restaurant offers a pre-order feast to go that serves 4-6 people.

Houlihans, 4900 W. 119th St., Leawood, KS | Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Four sides, roasted turkey, your choice of soup or salad + a slice of pumpkin pie for dessert. DYK: This special offering is available for dine-in or carryout.

Garozzo’s, 526 Harrison St., Kansas City, MO | 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Offering a dine-in or carryout Thanksgiving menu filled with roast turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole, Garozzo’s house salad, and 3+ more offerings.

Where to carry-out:

The Capital Grille, 4760 Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO | Order by Nov. 22
The restaurant will be offering a package for a family of four that includes six sides.

Char Bar, 4050 Pennsylvania Ave., Kansas City, MO | Limited orders; call to reserve
Enjoy a smoked turkey + seven sides for a delicious family feast.

Stroud’s, 5410 N.E. Oak Ridge, Dr., Kansas City, MO | Order by Nov. 23
Pick up traditional turkey dinners to go on Wed., Nov. 24, from 2-6 p.m. Pro Tip: Call to place your order. The restaurant told KCtoday that availability will likely diminish by tonight.

Where to shop local ingredients:

Messner Bee Farm, 306 W. 47th St., Kansas City, MO | Open 8 a.m-9 p.m.
Honey biscuits, anyone? Snag locally-made honey from a farm in the KC metro to jazz up your holiday bread.

Pantry Goods KC, 910 W. 39th St., Kansas City, MO | Order online any time
Organic + sustainable produce, spices, and meats sourced, packaged, and delivered to you within 24 hours of ordering.

Fareway Meat Market, 1307 W. 79th St., Kansas City, MO | Open 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
10+ meat options with a la carte sides available; plus, three 9-inch pies to choose from. Pro Tip: Fully-prepared meals have already sold out, and some singular items are no longer available.

Cristina’s Produce, 415 Main St., Kansas City MO | Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
You’ll find more than 100 different types of fresh fruit + vegetables on display from farms across the world.

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