Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to eat, drink and be thankful. Looking for ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in Milwaukee 2021? This post covers Thanksgiving dinner in Milwaukee, restaurants open for Thanksgiving in Milwaukee as well as turkey to go and takeout options.
Thanksgiving in America this year is Thursday, November 25, 2021.
This list is updated as information becomes available. Please reach out to me [email protected] or @foodgressing on social media for any suggestions.
This list is not exhaustive. If your favorite restaurant is not on the list, contact them to see what they are offering.
Thanksgiving in Milwaukee 2021
Goodkind
Goodkind is offering a Thanksgiving Kit for 2 ($90).
All items will be par cooked, chilled and in ready to heat containers. Pick up will be on Wednesday Nov. 24th from 4-6pm
- Honey Brined Peacock Poultry Amish Turkey Breast (Troy, Michigan) / Black Garlic and Smoked Paprika (1.5 pounds sliced)
- Grand Marnier and Rosemary Gravy with Oyster Mushrooms (8 ounces)
- Goodkind Sourdough Stuffing with Guanciale, Cherries, Leeks, and Pleasant Ridge Reserve Cheese
- Cauliflower and Potato Mash with Creme Fraiche and Chives
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash and Kohlrabi with Almond Romesco Sauce
- Fennel Pollen and Heirloom Corn Focaccia Bread
- Cardamaro Tiramisu with Sweet Potato Mousse and Brown Butter Lady Finger
Tre Rivali
Tre Rivali is offering Thanksgiving packages for 2 or 4 people. Available for pickup on November 24 and 25. Preorder by November 22.
Full Thanksgiving Dinner ($260, serves four)
- Whole Roasted Turkey
- Little Gem Caesar Salad
- Butternut Squash-Apple Soup
- Italian Stuffing
- Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
- Turkey Gravy
- Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Smoked Sweet Potato Casserole
- Cranberry Orange Sauce
Full Thanksgiving Dinner Serves 2 ($130)
- 1/2 Roasted Turkey
- Italian Stuffing
- Mashed Potatoes
- Turkey Gravy
- Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Smoked Sweet Potato Casserole
- Butternut Squash-Apple Soup
- Cranberry Orange Sauce
- Mixed Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
- Choice of Pie
Eldr+Rime
For families looking to enjoy a Chef-made meal together this Thanksgiving, Eldr+Rime, 2300 N. Mayfair Rd., is offering a special Thanksgiving Family Feast To-Go menu available for takeout on Thursday, November 25, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
The Thanksgiving Family Feast To-Go serves four and includes dry brined roasted turkey and gravy, sourdough stuffing, cranberry relish, mashed potatoes, birch glazed sweet potatoes, green bean au gratin, roasted brussels sprouts, home-baked dinner rolls, and a choice of pumpkin pie, pecan pie, or apple pie (4 slices per order) for dessert.
The cost is $140 plus applicable taxes and fees.
Guests may place their orders online at https://www.eldrandrime.com/ and reserve their pick-up time.
Mitchell’s Fish Market
Mitchell’s Fish Market is offering a Thanksgiving Dinner to Go ($149, serves 4 – 6 people). Preorder by November 21 and pickup on Thursday, November 25 from 9 am – 11 am.
The menu includes: Sliced Roasted Turkey Breast, Whipped Potatoes, Turkey Gravy, Herb Stuffing, Cranberry Relish, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Sweet Corn Sauté, Seasonal Vegetables, Mitchell’s House Salad, Sourdough Bread & Butter, Pumpkin Pie
They are also offering a Thanksgiving Prix-Menu menu on November 25 priced at $32 for adults and $15 for children.
Choice of:
Caesar Salad
New England Clam Chowder
Lobster Bisque
Roasted Turkey Breast with Gravy, Cranberry Relish, Herb Stuffing, Seasonal Vegetables and your choice of Whipped or Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Choice of:
Pumpkin Pie
Apple Pie
Crème Brûlée
Fleming’s Steakhouse
Fleming’s Steakhouse in Brookfield is serving a three-course menu featuring traditional style Herb-Roasted Turkey, Filet Mignon or Prime Bone-In Ribeye. Includes a starter, all the fixings and dessert.
Texas de Brazil
Texas de Brazil is opening early at 11am and serving their regular dinner menu all day with specialty holiday items.
Mason Street Grill
Mason Street Grill is offering wood-grilled steaks, seafood and a special Thanksgiving prix fixe menu priced at Adults $48, Children’s Menu $17 (12 and under).
Reservations available for 1 pm – 7 pm on November 25.
The Ruby Tap (Mequon)
The Ruby Tap (Mequon) is offering a Thanksgiving Tasting.
On Sunday, November 21st from 5:00 – 7:00 PM they’ll be pairing tasty Thanksgiving foods with fifteen wines.
Tickets are $40 (plus tax and gratuity) per person, which covers all your food and wine, plus you’ll receive discounts on bottle purchases.
Kegel’s Inn
Kegel’s Inn in West Allis is offering German Thanksgiving to Go items for pickup on November 24.
Each of the entrees below are served cold as ready to eat meals. Pick and choose your sides & they will come packaged with the main entrée.
Orders must be placed by Saturday, November 20 at 8pm. All orders will be available for pick-up on Wednesday, November 24th from 11 am-8 pm only.
The menu includes:
- Wiener Schnitzel: Two tenderized & hand breaded Strauss veal steaks, & pan fried. Choice of side.
- Roasted Boneless Duck: De-boned, roasted & served crispy over scratch gravy, homemade stuffing. Choice of side.
- Pork Shanks: Two crispy schweinshaxen (shanks) slow cooked in traditional spices & plated with sauerkraut. Choice of side.
- Rouladen: Two tender beef cutlets, haus mash of bacon, onions, grain mustard & pickle. Scratch gravy. Choice of side.
- Beef Goulash: Savory choice sirloin tips slow cooked in traditional paprika gravy. Served over noodles.
- Sauerbraten: Marinated 2 weeks, thinly sliced into a traditional vinegar ginger snap gravy. Served with a large potato dumpling & house sweet & sour red cabbage.
Thanksgiving Meal Delivery Online Services
Omaha Steaks
You can build your own, ready to cook Thanksgiving dinner with Omaha Steaks. They ship nationwide or you can pickup at location closest to you.
Ready to Cook Thanksgiving for 4 ($129); for 6 ($149.99 – $179.99) or for 8 ($199.99).
Thanksgiving Mains include Whole Basted Turkey; Spiral Sliced Ham; Boneless Heart of Prime Rib Roast; Pecanwood Smoked Flank Ham; Fully Cooked Breast.
Some sides and sweets that they offer are family-sized smashed red potatoes; green bean casserole; family-sized whipped sweet potatoes; brussels sprouts with bacon & shallots; pumpkin pie; pecan pie; caramel apple tartlets and more.
Williams Sonoma
Williams Sonoma has a number of Thanksgiving items that can be delivered to you including:
- Fresh Free-Range Turkeys
- Pre-Roasted Turkeys
- Smoked Turkeys
- Stuffed Turkeys
- Assorted Brie Appetizers
- Prepared Turkey Gravy
- Mushroom and Herb Stuffing
- Potato Gratin with Thyme and Fontina Cheese
- Sweet Yam Casserole
- Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
- Cranberry Chutney
- Southern Baked Pumpkie Pie
Some items like the turkeys are shipped overnight from the supplier and is not eligible for rush shipping. For Thanksgiving Delivery, order by November 20, 2020, 11:59pm PT, for delivery on November 25.
Harry & David
Harry & David has a Thanksgiving Turkey Feast ($229) which can be shipped to you:
The menu incluldes:
- Ready-to-heat oven-roasted turkey (10 lb)
- Apple sausage stuffing (1 lb 14 oz)
- Creamy Brussels sprouts with bacon (1 lb 12 oz)
- Brown sugar sweet potatoes (1 lb 15 oz)
- Pumpkin Cheesecake [New York-style pumpkin layered cheesecake], 2 lb
- Classic turkey gravy (13.5 oz)
- Spiced cranberry chutney (1 lb)
- Net Weight: 19 lb 6 oz
The turkey is fully cooked and brined, creating a light pink color similar to smoked meats. Arrives frozen and will need to thaw two to three days before reheating and serving.
Harry & David also has many other items for your Thanksgiving meal including:
- Spiral-Sliced Ham
- Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes
- Gourmet Ham Dinner
- Parmesan Creamed Spinach
- Deep-Dish Pumpkin Pie
- Zucchini and Corn Casserole and much more!
Hello Fresh
HelloFresh, the world’s leading meal kit company, is bringing back its annual Thanksgiving Feast specialty box which features all of the ingredients and step-by-step directions to cook two chef-curated entrée options – Traditional Turkey or Beef Tenderloin – plus an assortment of sides, a decadent dessert, and an optional appetizer starting at $16.99 per serving.
Traditional Turkey ($169.89 + $8.99 shipping): Serves 8-10 and features Roast Turkey with a Garlic-Herb Butter Rub and Classic Gravy. Sides include Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Garlic and Sour Cream, Ciabatta Stuffing with Chicken Sausage and Cranberries, Classic Gravy with Fresh Herbs, Roasted Delicata and Shallot with Walnuts, and Cranberry Sauce with Orange and Cinnamon. Dessert is an Apple Ginger Crisp with Cinnamon Pecan Crumble.
Beef Tenderloin ($134.95 + $8.99 shipping): Serves 4-6 and features a Peppercorn-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Sherry Thyme Jus. Sides include Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Garlic and Sour Cream, Ciabatta Stuffing with Chicken Sausage and Cranberries, Beef Gravy, and Roasted Delicata and Shallot with Walnuts. Dessert is an Apple Ginger Crisp with Cinnamon Pecan Crumble.
The Thanksgiving Feast is available for preorder now through November 18 or while supplies last, with delivery beginning on November 16.
CookUnity
CookUnity, the very first direct Chef-to-Consumer meal subscription platform, is serving up Thanksgiving dishes by culinary icon Marc Forgione to celebrate the holiday.
The special menu includes both classic and creative seasonal plates including Slow Roasted Turkey with Cornbread Apple Stuffing & Sage Gravy, Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Pumpkin Shells, Garlicky Green Beans, and Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes and Cranberry Relish.
Every CookUnity dish is handcrafted using the freshest ingredients and each chef’s expert techniques.
The Thanksgiving menu is available for delivery the week of Thanksgiving on a first come first served basis.
Meals start at $10.49/meal (certain specials may have an additional cost) and can be shipped right to your door. CookUnity currently services the Northeast, as far west as Illinois and south to Georgia, as well as the state of California and major markets within Nevada, Texas, and Louisiana.
Blue Apron
Meal-kit delivery service Blue Apron is offering a Full Thanksgiving Dinner Menu that serves 6-8 and is available for delivery the weeks of 11/8, 11/15, or 11/22. Order by 11/17 and schedule your delivery for 11/22 or 11/23.
The kit includes:
- Savory Butter Roasted Turkey Breast
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Fried Rosemary & Pumpkin Seeds
- Apple Crumb Pie with Warming Spices & Almonds
- Garlic & Herb Gravy
- Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes with Romano & Chives
- Fresh Cranberry Sauce with Ginger & Spicy Maple Syrup
They also have a Vegetarian Thanksgiving Menu including:
- Butternut Squash & Spinach Risotto with Fried Sage & Walnuts
- Four Cheese & Truffle Honey Flatbread with Mushrooms & Kale
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