Features Restaurant Holiday Christmas New Years Catering Catering Guide Take Out Homepage 70+ CT Restaurants & Caterers Serving Christmas & New Year's Dinners To Go or Dine In April Guilbault December 13, 2020 The holidays have arrived. Unlike the usual joy and party atmosphere of a typical year’s end, this one brings with it innumerable emotions. In the midst of this tumultuous year, though, we have seen people coming together, helping each other and their communities as we haven’t seen for quite some time on such a scale. As you can see with just a small glance, the Holiday list before you is a long one-one of our longest—but it serves a dual purpose: to keep you, our fabulous readers, happy, safe, and cozied up with your families and “pods”, but it also serves to help us be aware of the restaurants in our midst who are going above and beyond to simply make it through this year and greet the new one. We hope you will continue to support each other and support the businesses in our state which help to keep our communities thriving. Happy Holidays to you all, to good health, and of course, good eatings.We bring you 70+ CT Restaurants & Caterers for Holiday 2020 Catering & Dining. The Food Crate www.thefoodcrate.comMake it a holiday of amazing food delivered to your door! The Food Crate specializes in small batch foods hand crafted by expert chefs with a focus on home entertainment. Holiday specific foods of Ham, Brisket, Caviar, Main Courses, Hors d'oeuvres and much more are just a click away. When considering gifts, remember that The Food Crate ships nationwide. Their delicious goods are packaged for immediate enjoyment or future occasions. Head to their website to see what the buzz is all about.Festivities, Norwalk www.festivitiesevents.comLet’s make the holiday season festive, delicious and easy! If your household is expanding and you need comfort foods or holiday sparkle foods, Festivities has something for you! Comfort at Home-winter edition for casual family meals, and The Holiday Table to add sparkle to your table. A favorite and befitting ending to your holiday dinner is Chef Bill Kaliff’s Buche de Noel, an iconic favorite. With deep dark Belgian chocolate genoise and hand-carved shards of chocolate “bark” it is decadent and indulgent... just the way the holidays should be! Singularly created meringue mushrooms finish off this great centerpiece. Mix and match the menus to create your menu. All menu items are prepared in small batches with the freshest ingredients for six guests unless noted. 48 hours before day of delivery is required notice. Delivery or curbside pick-up available. This holiday season may be different, but it doesn’t have to be gloomy. Festivities can fill it with joy, gratitude and sparkle! Roe, Bill and their team wish you and yours a wonder-ful holiday season and a new and improvedNew Year filled with good health and prosperity for all. For further information and a party consultation, please call 203-847-7774 or email at Roe@Festivitiesevents.comAMG Catering, Wilton www.amgcatering.comMerry Christmas from the "AMG Catering" family to yours! They are especially grateful to everyone who has supported them during this challenging year, and they continue to truly love cooking for each and every one of you. Though the holidays look quite different this year, AMG believes that they should still be a time to relax and enjoy your family, so let them bring the celebration into your home. This season, they are offering an extensive Christmas Eve/ Christmas Day menu, and offering it for 4 or more guests. They can arrange for delivery of your orders or for curbside pickup on December 23. There is no better present than the gift of a good meal, so take advantage of their gift certificates and surprise your loved ones! Place orders by 12/16 at 3pm.Arugula Bistro, West Hartford www.arugula-bistro.comArugula bistro, specializing in Mediterranean-inspired dishes, is offering the options of dining in their bistro on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve (limited to 4 guests per table), beginning at 4:00, with reservations required, as well as offering takeout, curbside and limited West Hartford delivery for both evenings. Please call the bistro at 860-561-4888 for reservations or takeout and seating reservations.Baked and Sauced, Westport www.bakedandsauced.comBring some much deserved comfort and joy to your holiday table this year with sweet treats from the caterers who love to eat, drink and be merry all year round - Baked And Sauced! Kathy and Michael McGovern have been serving in style from their vintage Airstream since 2016 and just in the St. Nick of time – they’ve added delivery to the menu for 2020. Available both “naughty” (made with a little of the holiday spirit of your choice) and “nice” (non-boozy) – their festive, flavorful and fun cupcakes, pies and cakes are the best gifts you can give yourself and your loved ones and also a great way to ring-in what we all hope will be a more social, less distant New Year in 2021. Baked and Sauced will deliver right to your door – free in Fairfield County and for a small fee everywhere else in Connecticut. Check out the holiday menu on their website. Order by 12/19 for delivery Christmas Eve/Day and by 12/26 for delivery New Year’s Eve/Day. Bear’s Smokehouse, Hartford, New Haven, South Windsor, Windsor www.bearsbbq.comThis holiday season, take the stress out of preparing food for the whole family and choose CT’s premier BBQ, Bear’s Smokehouse. We have a full dedicated holiday menu available for pickup from all of our locations across CT through the end of 2020, as well as meal packages and plenty of delicious a la carte options. Got questions about an order or specific dishes? The catering team is happy to answer any you may have via email at Catering@bearsbbq.com. Help us make your holiday “Better with Bear’s!”.Best in Gourmet, Norwalk www.bestingourmet.comThe holiday season is here and Best in Gourmet is looking forward to the chance to celebrate the season in whatever small or large way they can. Let Best in Gourmet take the cooking drama out of your holiday with their convenient, contact-less pick/up delivery catering menu. Their culinary team will do the heavy lifting and you can sit back and let your taste buds enjoy. Dreaming of a succulent prime rib, melt-in-your-mouth herb crusted rack of lamb or filet mignon with port wine demi-glace? Perhaps a traditional juicy turkey is your game, they have that too! How about some tasty cocktail hour appetizers and salads and all the sides dishes to please everyone at the table – and leave you to enjoy your guests and your cocktail. Just give them 24 hour notice and they will have you covered! Contact us at info@bestingourmet.com or 203-978-0360. Best in Gourmet and all of your local restaurants, caterers and food establishments, send their sincere appreciation for your patronage and support as they all navigate these trying times and look to the future with hope. Our holiday menu is available for pick up or delivery through 12/23.Blue Plate Kitchen, West Hartford www.blueplatekitchen.comBlue Plate Kitchen is here to make your holiday meals easy and delicious! Their complete Holiday Dinner Box serves 4-6 guests and offers several entree options such as brisket, ham, roasted chicken and more. You can also choose from a variety of sides and add-ons. Place your order by calling them at 860-906-1419. They also offer delivery through Dine-in CT. Holiday dinners will be available through Dec 31st.BONDA, Fairfield www.bondarestaurant.comBONDAexpress is BONDA Restaurant’s new prepared food market, located behind the restaurant (look for the orange awning), and is open Tuesday -Saturday, 10am – 7pm. Let them take the work out of the holidays! In addition to the ever-changing daily selections available for in-store shopping, you may place pre-orders for family dinners. Visit their website to view BONDAexpress’s daily menu, as well as the “At Home for the Holidays” Family Meal Menu. All at BONDA are incredibly grateful for the support you have shown them over the course of this challenging year – and they want to wish you and your family continued health, happiness, and a joyous holiday season!Fortina, Stamford www.fortinapizza.comWhether it’s the whole meal or some of their favorites dishes, the Fortina family is here to help you celebrate this holiday season! Offering a selection from slow roasted Porchetta to maple glazed sweet potatoes to their baked gnocchi, there is something for everyone. Order an entire meal or select a la carte from the holiday menu, now available online throughout the holiday season. All dishes come ready to heat and serve. Please allow 72 hrs for meal packages and entrée orders. Buon Natale and Happy Holidays! The Kitchen, Hartford www.kitchencafe.orgHappy Holidays! The Kitchen is offering a variety of Holiday packages ranging from $15-$225, for pick-up and delivery on Wednesday, December 23rd. The menu includes holiday favorites from appetizers and side dishes, to full dinner packages, featuring hand rolled porchetta and whole roasted beef tenderloin, as well as salmon and lobster. A la Carte items are available as well, including quiches, soup, pies and other desserts. Online ordering is available on the website https://www.kitchencafe.org/holiday-ordering or call Alyson Perri at (860) 727-8752 to place your order. Orders must be placed by 12/16 at 2pm.Little Goose, Fairfield www.littlegoosefairfield.comSit back & relax with your family; enjoy the spirit & magic of the holiday season and leave the stress of cooking to them! Little Goose is hoping this will help both you and them at the same time. Entrees include: Maple Glazed Sliced Ham, Salmon Piccata, Prime Rib or Seven Fishes Bouillabaisse all serving 4-6 people. Family style appetizers are also available and Karen is making home made pies, including Chocolate Bottom Banana Custard, Coconut Custard, Key Lime & Pineapple Lemon Cream Pie. Place your order by calling 203-296-9789 or emailing karenconroy945@gmail.com by 4PM Saturday,12/15 and pickup curbside from 12-4PM Christmas Eve (reheating instructions included). From the Little Goose Family to yours, wishing you a safe & happy holiday season!Little Pub, Multiple Locations www.littlepub.comIntroducing Little Pub’s HolidayBox™ heat and serve holiday dinners in a box for two or four people. First, choose from Stuffed Shrimp, Rib Eye Roast Beef, or Smoked Ham. Then pick your sides: Buttermilk Biscuits or Artisanal Dinner Rolls, Creamy Mashed Potatoes or Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Bacon Roasted Brussel Sprouts or Decadent Creamed Spinach. Individual Chocolate Lava Cakes or Individual Red Velvet Cakes.Details and pricing are at http://littlepubnews.com/home-for-the-holidays-introducing-little-pubs-holidaybox-a-festive-celebration-for-2-or-4-people-in-a-box/. This also makes a great gift! Order by 12/20 for pickup 12/23 or 12/31.*Are you interested in providing multiple Little Pub Holiday Boxes for families in need? Email The Little Pub at info@littlepub.com to discuss options.Marcia Selden, Stamford www.marciaselden.comWith a history as rich and flavorful as its gourmet creations, Marcia Selden Catering isa family-run group of first-class foodies, servicing New York and Connecticut’s most luxurious events ~ and it all started in Marcia’s kitchen more than 40 years ago. Marcia, her daughter Robin, and her son Jeffrey lead a savvy squad of culinary gurus and“party perfectors” who believe the belly rules the mind, and that the best way to kick off a party is to toast over a custom-made cocktail. Whether it’s a low-key clambake or the wedding of the century, MSC creates inclusive, memorable feasts of any celebration,matched with polished, personalized service that makes everyone feel like part of the family. Marcia Selden Catering services the bold and the epicurious ~ and anyone looking to commemorate a big day in style, without all the stress. With MSC everything is always taken care of, always memorable, and always a party! Speaking of parties, MSC realizes that the pandemic has put a damper on many. So, they have reimagined events and created the most wonderful custom designed “Holiday Gifts in a Box”; consider these for your next get together whether it be in person or virtually. They also have incredible new Holiday Menus as well as their ever-changing and exciting pre-packaged menus for you to enjoy with or without their signature impeccable service. Cheers to a safe and happy holiday to all!Millwright’s, Simsbury www.millwrightsrestaurant.comMillwright’s Restaurant Greenhouses offer a perfect safe, private location to gather with close family this holiday, New Year, and beyond. This private dining experience offers a 4 course prix fixe menu and can accommodate parties up to 8 people. Please visit millwrightsrestaurant.com/greenhouse for more information and to make a reservation.Still searching for that perfect gift? Room Service at The Goodwin presents “Yes-or-No Morgan” is a night filled with mystery, elegance, and delightful bewilderment, all centered around a 3 course Chef’s dinner curated by the renowned Chef Tyler Anderson. Think escape room meets dinner theater — the first progressive dinner experience of its kind… For more information and to pre-order tickets visit roomserviceatthegoodwin.com Give the gift of adventure this holiday season.Prime, Stamford www.centralmarketbybrg.comThis season, Prime in Stamford is offering more than one option, with an entirely new take-home kit available! Dine in with and feel comfortable with their newly installed MERV 13 filters, which remove over 85% of Covid particles from the air. They recently added additional iWave technology as well to support their indoor dining commitment to healthy dining. For those who wish to eat at home, the team behind PRIME is bringing their popular Central Market retail program to CT with a new Central Market Christmas To-Go Meal Kit. Centered around their famous Herb Crusted Prime Rib, the package for 6-8 includes a farm salad, Baked truffle-Lobster Mac n Cheese, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Truffle Parmesan Brussels Sprouts and a full size NY cheesecake, with caramel sauce. Complete kit is $300. Ordering begins Dec 15!Last Day to order is Dec 21 at 5pm. Pick up Dec 23rd or 24th at Prime Stamford. Link to order: www.centralmarketbybrg.comSimply Delicious, Norwalk www.simplydeliciousct.comSimply Delicious is exactly how it sounds. Known for her seasonally inspired recipes and signature style, Chef Lauren Peden has been creating memorable culinary experiences throughout Fairfield County since 2007. Let Simply Delicious handle the holidays with their gourmet delivery service, where you’ll enjoy a full lineup of soups, salads, sides, entrees, kid-friendly dishes, and homemade desserts. Their extensive holiday menu includes dozens of festive dishes to help you create new traditions and make your season memorable. Treat your family to gourmet chef-prepared meals like their restaurant-style Beef Wellington, Classic Lobster Risotto, and hearty dinner packages with all of the fixings. Don’t forget dessert- homemade cookie trays are a must! Delivery will arrive straight to your doorstep and is available throughout lower Fairfield County. This season, there’s no better present than the gift of a good meal, so take advantage of gift cards to treat the ones you love! Want to support healthcare heroes this season? Purchase lunch or dinner on our homepage to feed 20 healthcare workers at Norwalk Hospital. Simply Delicious will prepare, package and deliver all homemade meals and will email you a picture of our drop off. They will also include a note of gratitude from your family!Villa Italia Ristorante, Stamford www.villaitaliastamford.comAmid the chaos that is 2020, some things haven’t changed since 1983—Villa Italia’s delicious food and signature hospitality! Call them to deliver or come enjoy time with your family around our holiday table this season. Chef Aniello Vitiello has created a mouthwatering prix-fixe (two or three course) menu and includes his famous crab cakes, baked clams, Filet of Sole Francese, boneless beef short ribs, oven roasted brussels sprouts, potato gratin, chocolate mousse, panetonne bread pudding, just to name a few. Everything is made with high quality ingredients, from scratch and with love. Show love to the people that matter most to you with a Villa Italia gift card and receive 10% cash back in the form of a voucher throughout the holidays. Order online or call them at (203) 348-7742 for gift cards, dine-in, delivery or curbside pickup. From their family to yours, they wish you a very happy and healthy holiday season! Waters Edge at Giovanni’s, Darien www.watersedgeatgiovannis.comWaters Edge at Giovanni’s has it all figured out for you this Holiday Season to be safe and jolly at the same time. Sal and JoAnn Latorraca don’t want you to wait in lines so they have come up with Holiday-at-Home meals. All of your favorites for your holiday dining; oven-ready Prime Rib Chateaubriand, Chilian Sea Bass, their famous Gorgonzola Salad, and Garlic Bread. Try out the Lobster Mac and Cheese! They have even created a Holiday Sangria and a Boozy Cupcake that you won’t find anywhere else. To top it off, they have the perfect gift for everyone on your list: give a Waters Edge at Giovanni’s gift card. They sell them in any denomination you like, which will make gift-giving easy. Happy Holidays from all at Waters Edge at Giovanni’s!Fairfield CountyAlong Came Carol and The Nook, Bridgeportwww.alongcamecarol.comBoutique catering offering their special holiday menu for all your holiday dining needs this season. Starters, entrees, sides, salads and pies-delicious options such as Jumbo Coconut Shrimp with lime dipping sauce, Whole Salmon Filet with fire roasted tomatoes, Wild Mushroom Lasagna, and Cranberry Pie.Artisan, Southportwww.artisansouthport.comChristmas eve and day take out. Online ordering that is so easy…pick an entree (duck breast, veal chop, Maine hard shell lobster…), then pick an appetizer (Roquefort Souffle, perhaps?), then choose a dessert (maybe an English Christmas Pudding?)…Order by 12/21.Bernards, Ridgefieldwww.bernardsridgefield.comYou have a few choices here for the holiday: dine-in, order from their Holiday Take Away menu or choose their Pre-Fix menu for curbside pickup, which also has a kids’ menu. Each has different offerings, so peruse and enjoy. Closed on Christmas day. Place orders by 12/16.Bianco Rosso, Trumbullwww.biancorossorestaurantandbar.comThey are serving up a family-style 3 course meal for 2, 4 or 6 guests, priced from $50 to $120. Guests can select from a wide range of taste apps, mains, and desserts from the amazing Susanne Berne (GF Butterscotch Bourbon Budino anyone?). BJ Ryans, South Norwalkwww.bjryans.comBJ Ryans is open regular hours Christmas Eve and at 4pm Christmas Day, Full menu available for dine in, curbside pick up or deliveryBrick + Wood, Fairfieldwww.lovelifeandpizza.comAntipasto, house-made burrratas, lasagna, eggplant parm, cannoli, bread pudding, zeppole. Order by 12/20.Bruxelles Brasserie, Norwalkwww.bruxellessono.comChoose 1,2,3 or 4 courses for your party of 4 (note: if you are looking to order for larger groups up to 25, Chef Roland is happy to help assist in creating a special Prix Fixe/themed meal). Enjoy plates such as Hungarian Stuffed Cabbage, Prime Rib with Bordelaise Sauce, Seared Halibut with a Tomato Parmesan Crust and Champagne Cream Sauce, Honey and Pineapple Glazed. Ham. Assortment of sides, soup and dessert, too. Order by 12/20Carmela’s on the Extension, Middletownwww.carmelasmiddletown.comDon’t want to cook on Christmas morning because there are more exciting things to do? Order take out breakfast from Carmela’s: omelettes, sandwiches, pancakes, scrambles, and all good homey breakfast foods.Frank., Kentwww.frankfoodco.comChristmas Dinner for Two; cheese course, a salad course, a main course of Beef Tenderloin with a Horseradish sour cream sauce, gratin, blistered green beans and topped with with a Double Ginger Sticky Toffee Pudding. Also New Year Eve and New Year’s Day dinners for two (check website for menu details). Order by 12/15.Fred 06825, Fairfieldwww.fred06825.comChoose from appetizers, dinners for 2 or more or for your larger groups, 1/2 pan items like Chicken Marsala, Chicken Florentine, Mac and Cheese, Whole Roast Tenderloin of Beef, Cedar Plank Salmon and more. Pies and Blueberry Crumb Cheesecake available also. Order by 12/20.Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill, Fairfield, New Havenwww.geronimobarandgrill.comAuthentic tastes of Sante Fe for your holidays.Take-out packages for 4 with special salads, soups, entries and desserts and add mini-margarita kits to really get the party going. Geronimo will be open Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day from 12-8pm (closed Christmas Day). Takeout packages must be ordered by close of business on Monday, 12/21 and Monday, 12/28. To order, call the restaurant directly at 203.777.7700 (New Haven) or 203.955.1643 (Fairfield)GrayBarns, Norwalk www.graybarns.comDine-in Christmas Eve menu or Take-Home Christmas Eve box for 2, which features options of Truffled Burrata, Roasted Maine Lobster with herb butter, Wild Mushroom Ragu and a decadent Chocolate Mousse with Salted Caramel and Chantilly Cream.Gruel Britannia, Fairfieldwww.gruelbritannia.comChristmas menu with pre-dinner “nibbles” of vegan sausage rolls, Drunken Devils on Horseback, Smokes Salmon Pate, sides like gratin potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, entrees for 2 of Beef Bourguignon, Seafood Risotto, Vegan/Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie (and more) and desserts such as Classic English Trifle and Yule Logs. Order by 12/20.Herbaceous Catering, Bridgeport www.herbaceouscatering.comFor your Christmas eve or day menu; among other offerings are Salt Cod Beignets, Cauliflower Piccata, Fried Oysters with Pork Belly and sage, Cold Seafood Salad, Lasagna Bolognese, Citrus Glazed Salmon, Prosciutto-wrapped Cod and for dessert, such delights as Caramelized Upside Down Pear cake and Apple Cider Zeppole. Order by 12/16.Judy’s Bar and Kitchen, Stamfordwww.judysbarandkitchen.comThe holiday catering menu is gearing towards smaller groups this year. Enjoy a long list of Southern favorites, but order soon, their Thanksgiving catering sold out! Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Mini Crab Cake with Louisiana Remoulade, Pecan Praline Sweet Potato Souffle, Mac and Cheese with Cornbread Crumbs, pies, individual dinners and side abound.Kneads, Westportwww.kneadsbakerycafe.comHouse made terrines using local foie gras from Bella Bella Farm in Sullivan County, NY in four different styles (chicken liver pate/candied orange/hazelnut, fois gras/cognac, fois gras/black truffle, fois gras/port wine torchon). All of the pates will include a loaf of their 100% stone-milled brioche to accompany them. They also have holiday stollen, chocolate cherry bread made with their own milled flour, cookie boxes and breakfast pastries available. Order by phone by 12/20LaPiastra, Glasonbury, Rocky Hillwww.lapiastra.comGourmet to go for the holidays. Appetizers such as Mini Crab Cakes and Bacon-wrapped Scallops, and entrees such as Virginia Smoked Sliced Ham, Big Kid Mac ’n Cheese or various lasagna, side plates, gluten-free desserts and breads too. Check website for ordering deadlines.L’Escale, Greenwichwww.lescalerestaurant.comChristmas at Home! 3 courses and a beautiful variety of choices, such as Christmas Chowder, Roquefort Souffle, Hudson Valley Fois Gras Terrine, Icelandic Arctic Char, Crispy Duck Breast, English Christmas Pudding, Apple Tart Frangipane-even wines to add on.Manna Toast, Westportwww.mannatoast.comAppetizers, sauces, sides, entrees that feed 6-8 guests for your holiday celebrating. Root vegetable Latkes, Apple-Cranberry Sauce, Mushroom gravy, Lentil Salad, Marinated Beets with coconut labneh, Family-sized kale salad, whole-roasted cauliflower, Mushroom Wellington.Match, Norwalkwww.matchsono.comOpen Christmas Eve for inside and outside dining (seatings for indoor are 4:30, 6:00, 8:00), along with curbside pickup. Easy online ordering of their much-loved cocktail jars to-go, appetizers like Carpetbaggers and Bacon & Moz, salads, not-your-average pizzas, entrees that span Osso Bucco to Vietnamese Pho, bake at home Oysters Rockefeller and Clams Casino and sides galore. *Or* choose their featured holiday takeout items such as: Fishes in 4 Courses, Whole Black Bass, Ribeye, a Peking Duck Kit or a Rib Roast Kit (depending on xmas eve/day order). Cook @ Home Meal Kits for Christmas Day are picked up on Christmas Eve.MatchBurgerLobster, Westportwww.matchburgerlobster.comAll shellfish is from Copps Island Oysters and Fleisher’s Craft Butchery supplies their meats, so you know you’re in for a treat; cracked lobsters, Fish & Chips, Seafood Chowder, Matzo Ball Soup, giant Shrimp Cocktail, Meat & Potatoes (grilled 8oz steak, baby Brussels, crushed and fried red potatoes). Dine in or order curbside pickup. Open Christmas Eve until 6:30, closed Christmas Day. Michael Joseph’s Fine Foods, Darienwww.michael-josephs.comPlenty to choose from for your home holiday dining! Crab and artichoke dip, Mediterranean Charcuterie Platters, Lasagna Bolognese, Seafood Pot Pie, French cut Chicken with Mushroom Sauce, Honey Bourbon Spiral Ham and more. Seasonal Catering, Sheltonwww.seasonalcatering.netTheir new At-Home Catering division called Green Meals by Seasonal Catering is geared for the current home based entertaining and everyday needs. The Winter Micro Events menu is designed for self-service parties of 4-6 or 8-10 guests. There are options for 2-4 person family meals and even a chef’s marketplace section which hosts food and drink essentials for a household pantry. Sono Baking, Darien, South Norwalk, Southportwww.sonobaking.comWide variety of breakfast pastries, tea loaves, bread and dinner rolls, and special holiday pies, cakes tarts, and cookie platters.Order by 12/19The Stand, Fairfieldwww.thestandvegancafe.comVegan Chick’n Cordon Bleu (with seitan-tofu and eggplant), green bean casserole, citrus beet salad, quiche, chocolate silk pie and cookie platters. Order by 12/20 (also, The Stand will be open on Christmas Eve until 2pm, closed on Christmas Day)Taproot, Bethelwww.taprootct.comChristmas Eve Feast of the Seven Fishes or a Christmas Meal package, with options of meat/cheese board, various entries (smoked prime rib, Christmas goose, boneless leg of lamb, lightly smoked ham) with sides. Order by 12/20.Tarry Lodge, Westportwww.westport.tarrylodge.comFeast of the 7 Fishes (serves 4), includes dishes such as Frutti Di Mare salad, Salmon Rillettes, Potato Gnocchi, Grilled Branzino and dessert.TownhouseGreenwich, Greenwichwww.townhousegreenwich.comChristmas at home for 6-8 people. Select from entrees (beef tenderloin, Prime Rib, Herb Crusted Lamb, Wild King Salmon), sides such as Creamed Spinach and Kale, Brown Butter Glazed Baby Carrots and more. Add a la carte items too. Order by 12/22.Vazzy’s 19th Hole, Fairfieldwww.vazzys19thhole.comChristmas Eve Traditional Italian Fish Dinner (order by 12/18) of seafood salads, calamari, clams and seafood sauces, Stuffed Shrimp or Cod Pomodoro entree. Also available for ordering, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day family dinners (order by 12/21), entrees like Roast Pork Loin and Filet Mignon, sides, appetizers and charcuterie boards.Walrus Alley, Westportwww.walrusalley.comA Christmas Feast that feeds 8-10 guests; options like Smoked Leg of Lamb, Smoked NY Strip, crispy Brussels sprouts, romaine salad, garlic and herb smashed Fingerling potatoes, Bolognese Lasagna with Bechamel sauce. And an apple pie!HartfordThe Beamhouse, Glastonburywww.thebeamhousect.comOrder by 12/20. Christmas dinner for 4! Heritage Stuffed Pork Tenderloin, sides of Delicate Squash, Maple Walnut Cornbread, Parker House rolls and more.The Capital Grille, Hartford, Stamfordwww.thecapitalgrille.comThis December, the restaurant is also offering two takeout options for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve; four-course dinner with selection of either Whole Rack of Bone-in Filet or Kona Crusted Bone-in Prime Rib, New England Clam Chowder, salad, sides and dessert. Guests may also order Holiday Sides at Home, with elevated classics such as Lobster Mac ‘N Cheese and Hoisin-Glazed Brussels Sprouts among other seasonal staples. Each option serves four to six. Cotton Hollow Kitchen, South Glastonburywww.cottonhollowkitchen.comOrder from their Christmas to-go menu-choice of appetizers such as lobster bisque, jerk chicken empanadas, entrees of Pineapple Glazed Ham and Roasted Garlic and Mustard Prime Rib, sides and desserts like Coconut and Blood Orange Flan. Order by 12/20.Effie’s Place, West Hartfordwww.effiesplace.netTheir Family Dinner packages serve 4 people and range from options of a full turkey dinner, fried chicken dinner, a Greek family meal and more.Five Corners Bistro & Craft Bar, Farmingtonwww.fivecornersbistro.comEither order a succulent Honey Glazed Ham or Sirloin Tips or a “Cook your own Rib Roast for 4”, along with sides and dessert which are included (already cooked). Order by 12/21 by 4pm.Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse, West Hartfordwww.flemingssteakhouse.comDine-in for their four-course dinner accompanied by 4 Hall & Walt wine pairings or order a four-course dinner for 2 with wines, wine glasses, housemate chocolate truffles and tasting notes.Frida, West Hartfordwww.fridarestaurantwh.comTake-out Holiday Family Packs: pick tacos or fajitas with a myriad of accompaniments or packs that have a variety of small plate dishes (ceviche, empanadas, nachos, quesadillas). Website details how many each feeds-deliciously.Grange Fresh + Ascot Catering, Wethersfieldwww.grangefresh.comOrder appetizers by the dozen (Grilled Lolli Lamp Chops, potato pancakes, crab cakes with chili aioli and more, a variety of salads, soups by the quart, entrees to feed a family (Baked Cod, Beef Tenderloin, Smothered Beef Tips, Chicken Asiago), sides and plenty of desserts. Order by 12/19.Hartfood, Hartfordwww.hartfoodct.comOnline Delivering Food Hall which will be open for pre-order and delivery of all 5 restaurant concepts. One of HartFood’s food concepts, Mamma’s Hot Kitchen - Southern Style Meat + 3, will be offering individual as well as family style meals, with the addition of special items like Holiday Ham, Braised Collard Greens, Stuffed Pork Loins, Pierogi Party Platter, Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Bisque, etc. Open on Christmas Eve for deliveries, but closed Christmas Day.The Marlborough Tavern, Marlboroughwww.marlboroughtavernct.comThe holiday take out menu will include items like Chicken Pot Pie, Classic Green Bean Casserole, Scalloped Potatoes, Fried Brussel Sprouts, Spinach Artichoke Dip and House made Apple Crumble. Pre-ordering can be done by calling the restaurant during business hours or by emailing marlboroughtav@gmail.com.Market Grille, Manchesterwww.marketgrillct.comThey are creating Holiday Wine Dinner Gift Baskets available now thru 12/24 for $125. Baskets include:Wine Dinner ToGo Voucher with Menu Card, 2 Tasting Glasses & Wine Opener, 3 Half Bottles of Wine to Pair with Dinner for two. Nataz, Clinton, North Branford, Southingtonwww.natazrest.comChristmas Gala-to-Go, which is a family-style dinner for 4, generous portions of baked ziti, Roasted Turkey Breast, Maple Glazed Ham, mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. Also included is dessert and chocolate croissants for breakfast.Present Company, Tariffvillewww.presentcompanyct.comChristmas & New Year’s Takeaway to serve either 2 ($120) or 4 ($220) including Beef Wellington, Potato Parmesan Gratin, Glazed Haricot Verts, Baby Lettuce Salad, Pull-A-Part Rolls, and Christmas German Chocolate Cake. Taino Smokehouse, Middletownwww.tainosmokehouse.comHoliday dinner to-go for 3 or 6 guests; Spiral Honey Ham, Beef Tenderloin, Wild Mushroom Ravioli, sides, Christmas cookies, and Coquitos to drink (spiked Egg Nog). Email at Christmas@tainoprime.comQue Whiskey Kitchen, Southingtonwww.qwhiskeykitchen.com“To-Go” Holiday Dining Smoked Prime Rib Family Meal Package, which serves 6-8 guests, includes smoked prime rib roast and sides including cornbread, duck fat roasted Brussel sprouts, buttery whipped potatoes. Add-on the Que Old Fashioned Cocktail Kit or selections of of rare single barrel whiskeys. Order by 12/22.Spicy Green Bean, Glastonburywww.thespicygreenbean.com Order by 12/16 for cakes, 12/18 for food from “Santa’s Table”, which include food from around the world. Different packages and a la carte items to choose from: pierogies, empanadas, meatballs, smoked salmon, shrimp scampi. Packages come with a surprise dessert box.Union Kitchen, Hartfordwww.unionkitchenct.comChristmas Eve-to-go includes calamari, meatballs, dumplings, penne a la vodka, stuffed bread and cookies. Also Christmas Dinner to-go with Ham or Prime Rib, appetizers, sides and a mini dessert. Place orders by 12/21.Litchfield1754 House, Woodburywww.1754house.comFamily-Style complete holiday meals for take out. All dinner packages are available in portions for 2 or 4 people and include choice of soup and salad: Whole Roasted Duck with Fig Jam, Carved Leg of Lamb, Mustard Glazed Salmon and more. Order by 12/20 at 5pm.Community Table, Washington www.communitytablect.comOrder by 12/20. White fish dip and Swedish meatballs, Roasted Kabocha Squash Soup, pork rib roast, fresh pastas, plenty of unique vegetable sides, desserts of Sticky Date Pudding and Chewy Ginger cookies. Even a Litchfield Nut cocktail. Many tantalizing options for your holiday take out.MiddlesexThe Griswold Inn, Essexwww.thegriswoldinn.comGris-to-go! Choose from their Holiday menu (avail. after 5pm) of such Gris specialties as Pan Seared Venison, Braised Short Ribs, Roasted Cod Filled with Crab Crust and several sweet desserts to complete your meal. Or order from their regular to-go menu for slightly more casual offerings.New HavenCamacho Garage, New Havenwww.camachogarage.comCamacho Garage is offering both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve special takeout packages for 4, which include items like soups, homemade chips and guacamole, ceviche, pork ribs in salsa verde, and taco kits, depending on which package you choose. Add a mini-margarita kit, too! Camacho Garage will be open Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day from 12-8pm (closed Christmas Day). Takeout packages must be ordered by close of business on Monday, 12/21 and Monday, 12/28. To order, call restaurant directly at 203.691.1969.Crafted By Hand Cafe, New Havenwww.cbhcafe.comButternut squash soup, 1/2 tray salads, entrees such as Peppercorn Crusted Prime Rib with Creamy Horseradish or Pineapple & Mustard Glazed Spiral Ham (individual plates or family servings), sides and desserts to top it all off. Order by 12/18.Shell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill, New Havenwww.shellandbones.comEnjoy Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve packages for take out that serve 4 people from this popular waterfront restaurant. Soups, Brussels or baby kale salads, choices of entrees (Branzino, Florentine Ravioli, Halibut with Savoy Cabbage and more), and dessert will be enjoyed in your own home. They have optional wine add-ons, too. Shell & Bones will be open Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day from 12-8pm (closed Christmas Day). Takeout packages must be ordered by close of business on Monday, 12/21 and Monday, 12/28. To order, call restaurant directly at 203.787.3466.Sherkaan, New Havenwww.sherkaan.comOffering Christmas Dinners for 4 or 8 people (tandoori whole chickens, 3 sides of choice and dessert). Sides include such items as Chili Cheese Biscuits, Winter Salad and Makhani Mac and Cheese. Carrot Halva, a sweet Indian pudding with carrots, raisins and pistachios, or a Raw Malai cupcake, which is a classic Indian dessert made with milk, sugar and saffron, round out the meal.The Wharf Restaurant/Madison Beach Hotelwww.thewharfmadison.comThe Wharf is also now accepting reservations for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day Brunch, each special day featuring a merry menu of holiday favorites. Reserve your spot online www.thewharfmadison.com or call for reservations. Indoor and outdoor dining is available.New LondonThe Oyster Club, Mysticwww.oysterclubct.comLet us do all of the heavy lifting for you this year so you can focus on making memories! Our chefs, bakers, and bar team have curated a menu of locally sourced meats for your holiday table complete with heat-and-serve sides dishes, desserts, breakfast goodies and more. Shop their Holiday Market From the family that brought you Oyster Club, Engine Room, Grass & Bone Butcher Shop and Nana’s Bakery & Pizza. Holiday orders must be submitted by Saturday, December 19th at noon. Kensington’s Restaurant/The Spa at Norwich Inn, Norwichwww.thespaatnorwichinn.comOrder by 12/21. Christmas Eve or Day Dinner to-go! Salad, rolls, New England Clam Chowder, Prime Rib and Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables, Chocolate Torte and holiday cookies.WindhamGrille 37, Pomfretwww.grille37.comFamily meal packs for the month of December, as well as Christmas Eve and Christmas celebration packs. Take and bake starters like Stuffed Mushrooms, Lobster Bisque, Christmas Spiced Ham, Rosemary Leg of Lamb, Balsamic Brussels Sprouts. Finish off with slices of cheesecakes or a whole pumpkin pie.
