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Where to Shop for Thanksgiving in Indianapolis
Thanksgiving is almost here, and the best way to prep your holiday dinner is to shop local!
The Indianapolis region is home to some incredible farmers, butchers, and bakers with seasonal specials made fresh for your Thanksgiving table. And best of all, supporting small businesses lets you give back to the people and places that make Indy feel like home.
No matter what you’re cooking up this year, Indy’s local businesses are here to help make your Thanksgiving feast memorable. From perfectly cooked turkeys to desserts your family won’t stop raving about, shop for your Thanksgiving meal at these local Indy businesses!
1. Kincaid’s Meat Market – Indianapolis, IN
A local staple for meats near Meridian-Kessler, Kincaid’s Meat Market offers delicious whole turkeys perfect for your Thanksgiving and holiday meals. These turkeys are always fresh, never frozen—and you can choose the weight that’s right for your family, ranging from 8 to 28 pounds.
Ordering a turkey from Kincaid’s has never been easier. Simply stop in the store, call ahead, or place an order online to grab your holiday meats.
2. Tyner Pond Farm – Greenfield, IN
Located in Hancock County, Tyner Pond Farm prides themselves on delivering the healthiest meats possible. Their animals are grass-fed and pasture-raised, using regenerative farming practices to protect the land while producing good food.
With everything from whole turkeys to smoked ham to homemade chicken broth, this Central Indiana farm is a great place to shop for the holidays and get your meats delivered right to your door.
3. Goose the Market – Indianapolis, IN
Voted as one of Indy’s Best Restaurants in 2024, Goose the Market is an all-in-one butcher, sandwich shop, fish counter, and market for pastries, cheeses, and other decadent treats.
Every holiday season, Goose the Market curates an extensive menu of fresh turkeys, hams, charcuterie boards, wines, and other essentials you need to take home to share with the family. Oh—and you can’t forget the dessert! They stock delicious Caramel Pumpkin Pies and Sour Cream Coffee Cakes that are calling our name.
Photo courtesy of Kincaid’s Meat Market
Photo courtesy of Taylor’s Bakery
4. Tuttle Orchards – Greenfield, IN
Tuttle Orchards is a local favorite for both family fun and fresh produce. This chilly November weather means we’re past pumpkin patch and apple picking season, but the Tuttle’s Farm Store stocks farm-fresh foods and holiday treats all year long.
This Thanksgiving, consider stopping by the orchard to pick up a turkey, fresh veggies, or specialty take-and-bake pies to share with those you care about most. Take a look at what’s in stock online or call ahead to make sure you know before you go!
5. Taylor’s Bakery – Indianapolis and Fishers, IN
What’s a Thanksgiving dinner without dessert? If you’re in need of an in-law impressing sweet treat, I recommend visiting Indy’s oldest operating bakery—Taylor’s! Taylor’s Bakery is best known for their fluffy custom cakes, cookies, and donuts. But you can also get delicious pies and sides for the holiday season.
With online ordering and two convenient locations to pick up from, you’re bound to find a dessert that the whole family will love. If you’re feeling especially indulgent, you can even take the opportunity to snag some donuts for breakfast!
6. A Taste of Indiana – Indianapolis, IN
Keep your entire meal Indiana-themed with A Taste of Indiana! This unique shop off of Binford and 62nd Street specializes in locally-grown and locally-made goods, with over 500 products to choose from.
There’s always more to discover on their shelves—and it’s a great way to introduce visiting relatives to the iconic foods and flavors of the Hoosier State. Our suggestion? Check out their sauces and seasonings section to see how you can spice up your meal with some Hoosier hospitality.
7. LICK Ice Cream – Indianapolis, IN
If you’re anything like me, ice cream is a must-have no matter how cold it is outside. LICK Ice Cream offers unique flavors based on the season, and their Thanksgiving fall flavors are ones you can’t miss.
I’m talking about one-of-a-kind flavors like Cranberry Shortbread, Pumpkin Oatmeal Crisp, Rosemary Carrot Cake, and so many more. Their pints are available for both local pickup and delivery, and if you’re feeding a crowd, you might even want to upgrade to a quart.
8. Half Liter BBQ – Indianapolis, IN
Need the whole dinner package? Located in South Broad Ripple, Half Liter BBQ is a favorite in northside Indy—and lucky for us, they sell “Take & Bakes” dinners every Thanksgiving season.
For just $159, they offer a whole meal complete with smoked turkey, sweet potatoes, cranberries, and all the dinner necessities. Online ordering closes the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Miss the deadline? No worries, they’ve still got some amazing meats for sale that are perfect for a last-minute plan.