The holidays are here, and while they bring joy and celebration, they also come with packed schedules and endless to-do lists. If cooking a festive feast feels like one task too many, Houston’s top restaurants have you covered. From traditional turkey dinners to tamales and sufganiyot, there’s a ready-made meal for every taste and occasion this holiday season. Here are some of the best options for takeout Christmas and Hanukkah meals.

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Artisans (Uptown)
For a French-inspired holiday spread, Artisans offers a $350 feast that feeds 8–10 people. It includes slow-roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and a seasonal bûche de Noël. Orders must be picked up by 6 PM on December 24.

Badolina Bakery (Rice Village)
Celebrate Hanukkah with Badolina Bakery’s sufganiyot, available by the dozen or half-dozen for all eight nights.

Backstreet Café (Montrose)
Choose between an apricot-glazed ham ($125) or roasted turkey breast ($120), plus an array of sides like cornbread dressing or mac and cheese. Don’t skip desserts like pumpkin pie or chocolate pecan pie. Place orders by December 20 for pickup on December 24.

Caracol (Uptown)
Feast on Caracol’s $315 holiday meal for 8, featuring pineapple-glazed ham or roasted turkey, plus tamal Azteca and coal-roasted sweet potatoes. Order by December 20 for pickup on December 24.

Hungry’s & Local Table (Multiple Locations)
With options starting at $85 for four people or $220 for 10, these sister spots offer oven-roasted turkey, cornbread stuffing, and mashed potatoes. Place orders 24 hours in advance.

Goode Company (Multiple Locations)
Opt for mesquite-smoked turkey ($149) or beef tenderloin ($249) paired with sides like potatoes au gratin and Brazos Bottom pecan pie.

Rainbow Lodge (Northside)
From traditional roasted turkey to exotic elk tenderloin, Rainbow Lodge offers fully cooked meats and decadent desserts. Order with 48-hour notice.

Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen & Urbe (Tex-Mex Lovers)
Put a Tex-Mex spin on your holidays with tamales, enchiladas, or brisket. Complete your meal with margaritas or sangria from Urbe.

Whether you’re planning an elegant dinner or a laid-back family brunch, these Houston restaurants make it easy to enjoy a stress-free holiday. Ready to order? Read the full guide here.