Turkey, Take-Out & Reservations: Your Complete Guide To Thanksgiving In Park Slope

Okay folks, Thanksgiving is just over a week away! If you’re still trying to decide where you’re going to buy your turkey, where you might grab a pie for dessert, or whether you might spend the night out at a local restaurant, it’s getting down to the wire. We’ve put together a complete list of options, but it’s up to you to decide (and decide quick!).

See our complete guide to Thanksgiving in Park Slope below, and if you know of anything that’s missing from the list, please let us know in the comments.

Planning to cook the big meal yourself? Then you might need a bird!

DiPaola Turkey Farm
Where: Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket, pick up Saturday, November 23
What: Turkeys are ordered by size category as follows: 12-14, 15-17, 18-20, 21-23, 24-26, 27- 29, and 30+ pounds. They will also take orders for bone-in turkey breasts: 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, and 10+ pounds.
Bonus: If you forget any of your meal’s fixings, the GAP Greenmarket will be open a bonus day, on Wednesday, November 27.
Order: At the market this Saturday, November 16, or call 609-587-9311 or email dipaolaturkey@gmail.com.

Fleisher’s
Where: 192 5th Avenue, pick up Monday-Wednesday the week of Thanksgiving
What: Turkeys are sold out but…
Bonus: …they’ve also got meaty accoutrements like brining mix, sage sausage for stuffing, thermometers, turkey stock, and more.

Park Slope Food Coop
Where: 192 5th Avenue, pick up starting November 19 through Thanksgiving
What: They note that every fresh turkey they sell is slaughtered on approximately the same day, so waiting doesn’t get you a fresher bird. The small sizes go especially fast, so plan ahead by checking their list of turkey purveyor arrivals.
Bonus: Yes, you have to be a member to score one of these birds, and yes it will get crazy closer to the holiday, but the Coop’s newsletter has some tips on making the experience less stressful. Also, they’ll be open on Thanksgiving Day from 8am-2:30pm.
Order: No advance ordering, no turkey reservations. All turkeys are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Union Market
Where: 754 Union Street & 402 7th Avenue, orders must be placed by Friday, November 22
What: With several fresh varieties available from a few producers, this is a good option if you’re looking for a fancier bird than what might be available at the Key Food, but you don’t want to break the bank. Specific sizes are limited, so order soon if you want a smaller turkey; but they will have extras available to buy at the case if you don’t pre-order.
Bonus: They’ve got some tips on how to roast the perfect turkey.
Order: Call Union St at 718-230-5152 or 7th Ave at 718-499-4026, or stop into one of the stores.

The Walk-In Cookbook
Where: 72 7th Avenue, delivery available in Brooklyn on Tuesday, November 26 or Wednesday, November 27
What: If it’s your first Thanksgiving, the bird can be daunting. But this turkey with stuffing and mushroom gravy comes with all the ingredients you’ll need, plus recipe cards to guide you. All that for four will run you $60, with additional options for serving up to 12 people.
Bonus: Why stop at turkey? They have the same deal — ingredients, recipes — for side dishes, available to purchase either on their own or as part of the whole meal.
Order: Can be made online.

Not a pie baker? Want to have dinner at home without the hassle of cooking all those sides? Several restaurants and bakeries can help with the hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and everything in between.

Benchmark Restaurant
339 2nd Street, 718-965-7040
Deadline for orders: Email info@benchmarkrestaurant.com for more info and to place orders.
What: Their complete Thanksgiving meal to go includes a brined, ready-to-cook organic free-range turkey, a whole bunch of sides like brussels sprouts with bacon, whipped sweet potatoes, butternut squash bisque, and more, and at least two pies (they’re making pumpkin, bourbon pecan, and caramel apple). It’s $285 for 5-8 people, $335 for 9-12, and $385 for 13-16.

Bklyn Larder
228 Flatbush Ave, 718-783-1250
Deadline for orders: Friday, November 22 at noon
What: They’ve got the whole meal covered, from cheese plates (like the “raw milk rockstars” selection for 6-8 people at $42) and rolls ($9/dozen) to side dishes (including mashed potatoes at $13/pound, braised collard greens with guanciale for $16/pound, hearb and bread stuffing that serves 8-10 people for $24, pumpkin and barely soup for $15/quart) and a boneless pastured turkey from Oink & Gobble Farm in Interlaken, NY, that’s been brined, rolled, and stuffed, $119 for the whole roll or $24/pound by the slice. They’ve also got pies — pumpkin, bourbon pecan, and apple — for $34 each.

The Chocolate Room
86 5th Avenue, 718-783-2900
Deadline for orders: Saturday, November 24 for pick up on Wednesday, November 27
What: If your family leans away from the pumpkin and more toward the chocolatey side of desserts, they’ll probably be into this 9-inch chocolate pecan pie ($32), which is only available seasonally.

Cousin John’s
70 7th Avenue, 718-622-7333
Deadline for orders: At least a day in advance
What: The bakery has all the traditional pies available, from apple to pumpkin to pecan, starting at $20, plus whatever cookies and cakes your non-pie-loving family members might enjoy. They’ll be open on Thanksgiving Day until 2pm.

Du Jour Bakery
365 5th Avenue, 347-227-8953
Deadline for orders: Sunday, November 24
What: Ten kinds of, from pumpkin and Fuji apple to sweet potato and peanut butter chocolate preztel, ranging in price between $30-38, with gluten-free options available. They’ve also got pumpkin swirl and cranberry-orange vanilla swirl cheesecakes for $28.50 each, their signature almond bread pudding for $30, and cheddar chive or buttermilk biscuits or sweet potato rolls, 6 for $15.

Fort Reno
669 Union Street, 347-BBQ-7777, fortrenobbq@gmail.com
Deadline for orders: Order ASAP to ensure availability and delivery time
What: Your chance to have a barbecue Thanksgiving, delivered for free! The menu features a hickory smoked DiPaola Farm turkey with brown ale gravy and cranberry-blood orange chutney, plus smashed potatoes, bourbon glazed carrots, brussels sprouts casserole with house-cured bacon, string beans, roasted mushrooms with caramelized onions, and yams with pecans. For 12 people it’s $425, for 6 it’s $250. Pick up or delivery from 10am to 2pm on Thanksgiving day.

Four & Twenty Blackbirds
439 3rd Avenue, 718-499-2917
Deadline for orders: Pre-orders are now fully booked, but they’ll have a limited number of whole pies for sale, first-come first-served, starting at 8am on November 26, 27, and 28.
What: Some of the tastiest pies in town, they’re also some of the priciest. Available this year: Salted caramel apple ($38), bittersweet chocolate pecan ($40), brown butter pumpkin ($38), and salty honey ($38).

Gather
341 7th Avenue, 718-768-2439
Deadline for orders: Saturday, November 23
What: You can order individually (soups, sauces, turkey, sweets, and sides) or purchase their Gather Feast, which is $19.99 per person (with a minimum of 6), and includes any soup, turkey, 2 sides, cornbread, and Thanksgiving pie from the menu. Pickup or delivery.

Ladybird Bakery
1112 8th Avenue, 718-499-8108
Deadline for orders: Friday, November 22, but they say the earlier the better
What: Just about any kind of pie you can imagine, starting at $20 and up. Plus, you can order cakes, tarts, loaves of sweet breads, cookies, and more, in a range of prices.

Laurentino’s
680 5th Avenue, 718-832-1871
Deadline for Orders: The sooner the better, but at least the day before Thanksgiving
What: Coconut, pumpkin, apple, and key lime pies are available this year. All pies are $12, too, which is a great deal!

Leske’s
588 5th Avenue, 718-369-0404
Deadline for Orders: No set deadline, but you’ll definitely want to order by next week
What: The Bay Ridge to South Slope institution has everything from your traditional pumpkin to coconut custard, apple, blueberry, cherry, and pecan pies, starting at $11.25 and up.

Lot 2 Restaurant & Southside Coffee
687 6th Avenue
Deadline: To order, fill out an order form at Southside (652 6th Ave), emailinfo@lot2restaurant.com, or call 718-499-5623.
What: Lot 2 Restaurant and Southside Coffee are offering handmade pies by pastry chef Jen Shelbo, formerly of Maialino, Per Se, and Gramercy Tavern. Choices include: apple-cranberry pie ($35), dark chocolate bourbon pecan pie ($38), and butternut squash, kale, bacon, and cheddar quiche ($35). Pick-up at Lot 2 from 6pm-8pm on Tuesday or Wednesday 11/27 (specify preference when ordering).

Lucious Food
59 5th Avenue, 718-398-5800
Deadline for orders: Sunday, November 24 at 6pm
What: They have the whole meal available, so you can pick up anything from a few vegetable (like sautéed broccoli rabe or herb roasted carrots that serve 6-8 or 12-16 people, $35 or $55 each) or starchy sides (like savory corn spoonbread or mac and cheese, same prices as veg) to the the turkey. That turkey can be ordered cooked and ready to serve ($65-$105), or brined and ready to cook at home ($65-$85). They also have two kinds of pie, pumpkin ($20) and chocolate pecan($25). There’s also a full meal for two available for $38.

Naidre’s
384 7th Avenue, 718-965-7585
Deadline for orders: Monday, November 25
What: They remind us that it’s not just Thanksgiving, it’s also Hanukkah, and you can order for either or both! They’ve got traditional apple, pumpkin, and pecan pies ($30-$38), vegan carrot or chocolate cakes ($45-55), gluten-free (noting that they are made in a kitchen where flour is used daily) flourless chocolate cake ($45-$55) or pumpkin pie ($45). If you want something that’s not on the holiday menu, contact them at naidres@gmail.com to ask.

Runner & Stone
285 3rd Avenue, 718-576-3360
Deadline for orders: Production is limited, so order soon before availability runs out
What: No surprise that the bakery is offering all the breads you’ll need (from baguettes for $2.50 to a dozen brioche dinner rolls for $10), plus the foremost bread-based side of stuffing (fruit and nut or savory mixes available for $6 each). They also have tarts from $18-$20, including a pecan financier with poached pear and a pumpkin with maple meringue, plus cranberry sauce ($8/16oz) and candied yams ($8/16oz).

Stone Park Cafe
324 5th Avenue, 718-369-0082
Deadline for orders: A limited number of complete dinners are available, so order ASAP
What: Their complete dinner for 12 people includes your choice of Chef Josh’s turkey two ways (sliced, roasted breast and confit leg) or an oven-ready natural Pennsylvania turkey, with orange cranberry relish, gravy, sourdough chanterelle stuffing, and pancetta roasted brussels sprouts for $450. Add-ons include 15 parker house rolls for $25 and butternut squash soup or swiss chard salad for $75. Whether you’re buying the whole dinner or not, they’re also offering pie, pumpkin or chocolate pecan, for $35 each. For an additional charge, they’ll deliver.

Trois Pommes Patisserie
260 5th Avenue, 718-230-3119
Deadline for orders: None, but they ask that you order ASAP
What: Apple, pumpkin, pecan, key lime, and chocolate peanut butter pies, $30 each. They also have a flourless chocolate cake for $32, a pear and cranberry crumb tart for $30, and a pumpkin cheesecake that could replace the pumpkin pie in your life forever for $30. They’re also selling pints of Grand Marnier-laced cranberry sauce for $8, herbed veggie stuffing for $16 per quart, and a dozen cheddar biscuits for $24.

Skip the stress of prep and dirty dishes and head to a local restaurant! Just make your reservation soon, as spots can fill up fast.

200 Fifth
200 5th Avenue, 718-638-2925
Thanksgiving hours: Seatings at 2:30pm, 4:30pm, 6:30pm
Highlights: It’s the 26th annual all-you-can-eat buffet, which includes corn chowder, au gratin potatoes, traditional turkey, smoked brisket, and more.
Cost: $29.95 per person, $14.50 per child under 12

A.O.C. Bistro
259 5th Avenue, 718-788-1515
Thanksgiving hours: Opens at 3:30pm
Highlights: Pumpkin soup with white truffle, roasted turkey with veal and chestnut stuffing, and more.
Cost: A la carte

Benchmark
339A 2nd Street, 718-965-7040
Thanksgiving hours: 1-7pm
Highlights: The three-course menu includes choices like a shaved fennel salad with apples, blue cheese, and candied walnuts, a Scottish pheasant stew, a sous vide turkey breast and smoked turkey leg, a 45-day dry-aged porterhouse for two, and a brown sugar pecan bread pudding.
Cost: $65 per person

Luscious Food
59 5th Avenue, 718-398-5800
Thanksgiving hours: 10am-1pm
Highlights: If they’re serving up the same stuff that they’re sending out for previously reserved orders, you’re in for mac n’ cheese, corn spoonbread, sautéed broccoli rabe, and a traditional turkey with gravy.

Miriam
79 5th Avenue, 718-622-2250
Thanksgiving hours: Serving Thanksgiving menu from 2:30-10:30pm
Highlights: An Israeli twist on the traditional turkey and a butternut squash soup with goat cheese and apple croutons.
Cost: A la carte; regular menu is also available

Palo Santo
652 Union Street, 718-636-6311
Thanksgiving hours: 2-8pm
Highlights: A four-course seasonal dinner with heritage turkey, meat, fish, and vegetarian options.
Cost: $65 per adult, $35 per child

Rose Water
787 Union Street, 718-783-3800
Thanksgiving hours: Seatings from 1:45-7:15pm
Highlights: Rosemary roasted breast and smoked leg, mashed potatoes, bourbon gravy, biscuits, braised greens, and more.
Cost: $68 per person, optional wine pairings additional

Soigne
486 6th Avenue, 718-369-4814
Thanksgiving hours: Seatings at 12:30pm, 3pm, 5:30pm, and 8pm
Highlights: A three-course prixe fixe menu inspired by seasonal ingredients.
Cost: $48 per person

Stone Park Cafe
324 5th Avenue, 718-369-0082
Thanksgiving hours: 1-7pm
Highlights: Cauliflower beer cheese soup, swiss chard raviolini, double cut Australian lamb chop, roasted turkey breaks and confit leg, pumpkin tiramisu, and more.
Cost: $65 per person, can accommodate large parties

Bonus:

Pork Slope
247 5th Avenue, 718-768-7675
If you love Thanksgiving dinner too much to relegate it to just one day, they’ll beserving a heaping plate of roast turkey, mashed potatoes, sausage stuffing, creamed spinach, and cranberry sauce every Wednesday until Turkey Day.

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