Craving all the holiday flavors without the kitchen chaos? Let local Des Moines spots handle the cooking this year with holiday catering options that bring the feast to you, minus the stress!
Des Moines Holiday Catering Options
Restaurants
A restaurant-quality meal at home for the holidays? Yes, please! Stay comfy while you enjoy national chain favorites or local specialties.
Flemings, West Des Moines
Their popular three-course meal is available to go. They also offer a special Thanksgiving children’s meal option.
Cracker Barrel, Clive
From the curators of comfort food, their heat and serve options will get their traditional and tasty meals on the table in less than 2 hours.
Main Street Café & Bakery, Des Moines, and Ankeny
Back by popular demand, their take-and-back option gets you all the classic Thanksgiving meal options. Of course, check out their fabulous desserts like Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cake and Apple Cider Donut Cake.
Machine Shed, Urbandale
This local favorite offers its always delicious turkey dinner to go. Great for a group of 4! Or 1-2 if you want lots of leftovers.
Bubba, Des Moines
Bring their Southern, cozy favorites like Pimento Mac and Cheese and Whiskey Pecan Pie home for the holidays.
Gilroy’s, West Des Moines
Indulge in a Thanksgiving feast you don’t have to cook with all your favorites like oven-roasted turkey, green bean casserole, scalloped potatoes, and more.
Mullets
Make your holiday mornings easier with Mullets tasty take-and-bake Breakfast Lasagna and Cinnamon Rolls.
Grocery Stores
A grocery store is a great place to get your holiday meal, they have all the ingredients!
Gateway Market, Des Moines
Chef-driven fare with a local touch. They offer meals for 2 and up. Don’t forget to add on some of their amazing breakfast pastries to take care of the whole day.
Hy-Vee, multiple locations
Convenience and selection make Hy-Vee a quick-and-easy option. Select one of their bundles and add on some chicken wings if you want.
Whole Foods, West Des Moines
Have folks with allergies or specific dietary requests? Whole Foods can help! Check out their vegan meal option for a plant-based holiday.
Fareway Meat Market, multiple locations
Offering bundled catering options including smoked meats, side dishes, desserts/snacks, and party essentials.
BBQ
Smoked turkey is a tasty alternative to roasted and why not leave that to the experts? Several of the locally-owned bbq joints around the metro have Thanksgiving or Christmas-specific meals with a unique twist on the sides.
Kue’d, Waukee
Get your turkey smoked or roasted and add on some maple candied pork belly bits for fun. Don’t pass up their dessert offerings!
Jethro’s, multiple locations Hit up your local Jethro’s for their always-tasty turkey. Grab a side of candied smashed sweet potatoes for a traditional touch.
Smokey D’s, Des Moines
From individual meals to full family feasts, get your turkey or ham and all the sides no matter the crowd size. They also have lasagna!
ShortE’s BBQ, Johnston
Order buffet or family‑style BBQ packages (meats, sides, etc.) for groups, with custom menu options!
Caterers
Have a skilled chef prepare your holiday meal! Caterers offer that personal and local touch to the classics.
Art The Chef
A local catering company that specializes in KC Style BBQ, sides & desserts, chose from traditionally prepared mains or smoked.
Cyd’s
A delightful fall salad starts this hand-crafted holiday meal. Make it even easier by having it all delivered.
Great Caterers Of Iowa
Pick up all the traditional fare the day before Thanksgiving to reheat on the big day. Sit back and enjoy a chef-prepared meal at home.
Food with Flair
Food with Flair specializes in providing unmatched catering services for all types of events, including holiday parties.
