These Peoria-area restaurants are offering Thanksgiving preorder meals

Cassidy Waigand, Peoria Journal Star
Updated ·9 min read

For many, Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends around a filling meal with decadent desserts − from turkey and stuffing to casseroles and pies. This year, the holiday falls on Nov. 23.

Maybe spending hours in the kitchen during a holiday is not your idea of something to be thankful for. Maybe you want to enjoy Thanksgiving flavors without the abundance of leftovers a turkey or ham would leave for one or two people.

Whatever the case, there are plenty of Peoria-area businesses offering premade individual and group meals for the holiday. So, here's a list of businesses which will help make Thanksgiving meal prep a bit easier:

Ardor Breads and Provisions

A huge pile of wood for the new kitchen serves as a barrier at the entrance to the new dining room at Ardor Breads and Provisions on Water Street in Peoria.
A huge pile of wood for the new kitchen serves as a barrier at the entrance to the new dining room at Ardor Breads and Provisions on Water Street in Peoria.

What they offer: According to Ardor's social media, "You take care of the turkey, let us handle the Breads & Provisions!"

Customers can order various baked goods − such as cranberry almond Danishes, Stuffin' Muffins or dinner rolls. The ordering page also lists hearth roasted chicken salad, roasted tomato soup, smoked salmon spread and more.

How to order: Order online at https://order.toasttab.com/online/ardorbp.

Pickup times: Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Address: 301 SW Water St., Peoria

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Barrack's Hospitality

Jim Barrack, head of Barracks Hospitality Group, stands in the empty banquet hall of Barrack’s Cater Inn on Pioneer Parkway in Peoria. The move to Phase 4 for Region 2 will allow Barrack to move forward with plans for small events in the banquet rooms.
Jim Barrack, head of Barracks Hospitality Group, stands in the empty banquet hall of Barrack’s Cater Inn on Pioneer Parkway in Peoria. The move to Phase 4 for Region 2 will allow Barrack to move forward with plans for small events in the banquet rooms.

What they offer: Individual turkey dinners for $18 and six-person group dinners for $55. Each include turkey, dressing and gravy. The individual meal includes whipped potatoes, vegetables and pie. The group meal includes rolls and cranberry sauce, with the option of adding extras.

Fresh-baked pies range between $12 and $18.

How to order: Call (309) 692-3990 or order online at https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Order-now----Thanksgiving-Meals-To-Go-.html?soid=1102816857825&aid=fAS1ksEkLqM

Pickup times: Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Address: 1224 W. Pioneer Parkway, Peoria

Braker’s Market

What they offer: Ham dishes are between $25 to $45 and a whole hickory smoked turkey is $75. Sides are available in large or small and include cranberry salad, green beans with bacon and onions, sweet corn casserole, turkey dressing, rolls and more.

Most pies are $17 and include pumpkin, apple, blueberry and more. The caramel apple pecan pie is $18.50.

How to order: Order online at https://brakersmarket.com/shop/meals/thanksgivingdinnerr. Orders can be placed through Nov. 19.

Pickup times: Nov. 21. from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and Nov. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Address: 1183 Cruger Road, Eureka

The Cookery

The Cookery in Morton's Field Shopping Center is lit up for an evening cooking class.
The Cookery in Morton's Field Shopping Center is lit up for an evening cooking class.

What they offer: Individual dinners are served for $23 and 10-person family meals are listed for $200. Thanksgiving meals come with turkey, sage stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, orange cranberry sauce and an herb dinner roll.

The online menu also lists veggie trays, meat and cheese platters and desserts.

How to order: Call (309) 263-6020 or email thecookeryinc@gmail.com. Orders can be placed until Nov. 21 while supplies last.

Pickup times: Noon until 3 p.m. on Nov. 21 and Nov. 22.

Address: 2029 S. Main St., Morton

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Cyd’s in the Park - Take Away Market

Cyd's in the Park at 5805 Knoxville Avenue at Donovan Park in Peoria.
Cyd's in the Park at 5805 Knoxville Avenue at Donovan Park in Peoria.

What they offer: A baked cranberry-apple stuffed boneless turkey breast is $110 for a whole breast and $55 for half. Customers can also find starters, soups, salads and sides. The menu features items such as:

  • Autumn tarts with apple, sausage and gouda for $18 a dozen

  • Butternut squash and pear soup for $14 per quart

  • Autumn roasted vegetables for $24 or $48, depending on size

  • Cornmeal rolls for $8 per half dozen

Dessert options include pumpkin cake, pumpkin pie, apple pie and cookies. Find the complete menu at https://www.cyds.biz/thanksgiving-2023/.

How to order: Call (309) 685-1100 or visit the shop in-person. Orders must be placed by 6 p.m. on Nov. 17.

Pickup times: Between noon and 4 p.m. on Nov. 22

Address: 5805 Knoxville Ave., Peoria

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Hick'ry Stick

What they offer: Customers can order a family meal for six to eight people for $99.95. The meal comes with one entree, a dozen cornbread muffins, cranberry sauce, stuffing, two sides and a dessert.

For an entree, the business offers turkey, ham, pulled pork, beef brisket or rib tips. A variety of sides and desserts are also available to choose from, and customers can order additional items a la carte.

Find the full menu at https://www.facebook.com/hickrycatering.

How to order: Email Ryan@hickrystick.com with the subject line of "Holiday Order" or call and leave a message at (309) 264-0269. Customers must have orders confirmed by 5 p.m. on Nov. 20.

Pickup times: Nov. 22 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Address: 8305 N. Allen Road, Suite 2 in Peoria at The Table Peoria

Hy-Vee

What they offer: The store lists multiple holiday brunch and dinner meal options, which can serve between two and 12 people. Meals range from $29.99 for a brunch for two to $289.99 for the "Crowd's Choice Gourmet Ham & Turkey" meal for 12. Customers can also order items a la carte.

How to order: Find all holiday meals and order online at https://www.hy-vee.com/shop/Holiday-Meals-C42.aspx.

Address: 4125 N. Sheridan Road, Suite 20, Peoria; and 7610 N. Orange Prairie Road, Peoria

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Jubilee Cafe

What they offer: Customers can order individual or group meals with turkey, homemade stuffing, vegetables, mashed potatoes, gravy and a roll. The cafe also offers Thanksgiving pies.

How to order: Call (309) 691-7778. The cafe is open from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m. daily, and orders can be placed until Nov. 21.

Pickup times: Customers can arrange to pick-up meals from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The business is closed Thanksgiving Day.

Address: 7203 N. Kickapoo-Edwards Road, Edwards

Le Bakery

What they offer: Customers can find Thanksgiving meals for six to 10 people or 10 to 15 people. Both feature turkey or ham, gravy, cranberry sauce, butter flake rolls, salads or pasta and pie. The smaller meal is listed for $175, while the larger meal is $225.

How to order: Stop by in-person, call (309) 693-9190 or email contactlebakery@gmail.com. Orders must be placed by Nov. 20.

Pickup times: Pickup will take place throughout the day on Nov. 23

Address: 4700 N. University St. #14, Peoria

Prep Freeze Cook

What they offer: The business offers Thanksgiving breakfast and dinner options. Breakfast options are $15 and customers can choose from casseroles, quiches and scones.

Dinner can be ordered as a traditional or keto meal. The large meal serves 10 to 12 adults for $129.99 and the small meal serves five to six for $69.99. Each comes with an 8lb turkey and five sides.

How to order: Find the full menus and order online at https://www.prepfreezecook.com/. Orders must be placed by Nov. 20 at 11 p.m.

Pickup times: Breakfast will be available for pickup Nov. 21 and Nov. 22. Dinner will be available for pickup on Nov. 22. Both meals will be available for delivery on Nov. 22.

Address: 1320 Washington St., Washington

The Queen of Squash

The new Metro Centre restaurant The Queen of Squash features a lounge area at the back of the business next to a cocktail bar.
The new Metro Centre restaurant The Queen of Squash features a lounge area at the back of the business next to a cocktail bar.

What they offer: The restaurant offers premade sides and desserts to go along with your Thanksgiving meal. Customers can find a variety of gluten-free dishes, such as:

  • A quart of butternut squash and apple soup for $13

  • Vegetable stuffing for $18 or $36, depending on size

  • Indulgent or dairy-free mashed potatoes

  • Pumpkin pie, apple pie or chocolate French silk pie for $32

Find the full menu at https://www.facebook.com/thequeenofsquash.

How to order: Order in-person at the restaurant or call (309) 670-0948. Orders must be placed by Nov. 18 at 9 p.m.

Pickup times: Customers can schedule pick up for their orders on Nov. 20, Nov. 21 or Nov. 22.

Address: 1108 W. Glen Ave., Peoria

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Radish Kitchen

A neon sign declaring "Eat More Plants" decorates a wall at the entrance to Radish Kitchen in Campustown.
A neon sign declaring "Eat More Plants" decorates a wall at the entrance to Radish Kitchen in Campustown.

What they offer: An individual vegan and gluten-free Thanksgiving meal is $20, while supplies last. The meal includes marinated jackfruit pulled "turkey," stuffing, green bean casserole, corn casserole, mashed potatoes and gravy, lentil "meat"loaf and a mini pumpkin pie parfait.

How to order: Order online at https://radishkitchen.square.site/s/shop.

Pickup times: Nov. 21 from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Address: 1200 W. Main St. #22, Peoria

Slow Hand Craft BBQ

Slow Hand Craft BBQ at 4450 N. Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights.
Slow Hand Craft BBQ at 4450 N. Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights.

What they offer: A smoked turkey breast for eight to 12 people is listed for $80. One quart of gravy is listed for $16, and cornbread muffins with maple butter are $3 each. Various sides − which can feed 12 people − range in price from $45 to $55.

Find the full menu by clicking the dropdown announcement at https://slowhandcraftbbq.com/.

How to order: Email slowhandcatering@gmail.com. Orders must be placed by Nov. 15.

Pickup times: Orders will be picked up on Nov. 22.

Address: 4450 N. Prospect Road Ste S-1, Peoria Heights

Suite Fire Bar & Grille

What they offer: The restaurant is offering meals for four to six people. Customers can select one of three entrees, three sides and one dessert.

Dinner options include:

  • Bone-in Osso Buco pork shank with Dijon gravy for $60

  • Turkey breast with homemade craisin sauce for $60

  • Uncut prime rib with smoky as jus for $100

How to order: Customers can order at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaroxiDKfYrMQWAyLQi3o5dWIVHFshQg1Vhq7XhQcwfNyXbg/viewform. Orders must be placed by 7 p.m. on Nov. 20.

Pickup times: Nov. 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Address: 7601 N. Orange Prairie Road, Peoria

Untamed Chef

Rebecca Hearn, owner and head chef of the Untamed Chef, stands with her top employees, kitchen lead Mike Moore, left, and sous-chef Jennifer Rennolett in the kitchen of the Peoria restaurant. Hearn's biggest challenge since expanding to dinner hours has been finding enough staff.
Rebecca Hearn, owner and head chef of the Untamed Chef, stands with her top employees, kitchen lead Mike Moore, left, and sous-chef Jennifer Rennolett in the kitchen of the Peoria restaurant. Hearn's biggest challenge since expanding to dinner hours has been finding enough staff.

What they offer: Ham or brisket, as well as a variety of appetizers, sides and desserts.

How to order: Call (309) 231-0906. Orders − especially for large groups − should be placed no later than the Monday before Thanksgiving.

Pickup times: Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Address: 7338 N. University St., Peoria

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