Hosting a holiday dinner usually means one person spends the whole day in the kitchen while everyone else waits to eat. Golden Corral’s Holiday Meals To Go skips that entirely — a full holiday spread, pre-cooked and ready for pickup, so the only thing left to do is heat it and set the table.
Here’s what’s on the menu, what it costs, and how the ordering process actually works.
How Far Ahead You Need to Order
Orders need to be placed at least 72 hours before your pickup time. This isn’t a same-day option, so if you’re planning around Christmas or another major holiday, it’s worth locking in your order well before the week gets busy — popular meal options can also be limited-time, meaning they may not be available right up until the holiday itself.
Whole Holiday Meals (Serves 6–8)
These are the largest packages, built for a full table and meant to anchor the whole meal.
| Meal | Price | Serves | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Roasted Turkey Meal | $149.99 | 6–8 | Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, rolls |
| Holiday Glazed Ham Meal | $149.99 | 6–8 | Ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, rolls |
| Holiday Bone-In Pork Roast Meal | $149.99 | 6–8 | Pork roast, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, rolls |
Each meal also comes with a whole pie for dessert, and you can choose whether to pick it up hot and ready to eat or cold to heat and serve later — useful if your pickup time doesn’t line up exactly with your dinner time.
Sliced Holiday Meals (Smaller Portions)
If a full 6–8 person meal is more than you need, the sliced meal options scale down without losing any of the sides.
| Item | Serving Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sliced Roasted Turkey | 4–6 people | $129.99 |
| Sliced Roasted Turkey | 6–8 people | $149.99 |
| Sliced Glazed Ham | 4–6 people | $129.99 |
| Sliced Glazed Ham | 6–8 people | $149.99 |
| Sliced Pork Roast | 4–6 people | $109.99 |
| Sliced Pork Roast | 6–8 people | $139.99 |
| Sliced Beef Roast | 4–6 people | $109.99 |
| Sliced Beef Roast | 6–8 people | $119.99 |
Notably, beef roast is only available in the sliced format — it doesn’t appear among the whole meal options — so if that’s the protein you want, this is the tier to order from.
À La Carte: Build Your Own Holiday Table
For families who already have a few dishes covered and just need to fill in the gaps, the à la carte menu lets you order individual items instead of a full package.
| Item | Serving Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Yeast Rolls | Dozen | $6.49 |
| Carved Turkey | Per pound | $11.99 |
| Carved Ham | Per pound | $9.49 |
| Carved Beef Roast | Per pound | $11.99 |
| Carved Pork Roast | Per pound | $11.99 |
| Fried Chicken | Per piece | $2.99 |
| Buttered Corn | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
| Green Beans | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
| Mashed Potatoes | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
| Gravy | 1 pint, serves 4–6 | $6.99 |
| Macaroni & Cheese | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
| Steamed Broccoli | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
| Steamed Carrots | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
| Stuffing | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
| Sweet Potato Casserole | 1 quart, serves 4–6 | $6.49 |
This tier is especially useful if you’re supplementing a home-cooked main dish, or if your family has strong opinions about which sides actually belong on the table.
Holiday Desserts
| Item | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pecan Pie | Whole | $8.99 |
| Pumpkin Pie | Whole | $8.99 |
| Apple Pie | Whole | $19.99 |
| Carrot Cake | Whole | $19.99 |
| Chocolate Cake | Whole | $19.99 |
Desserts are sold individually, so there’s no need to commit to a bundled package if your family only wants one or two options rather than a full dessert spread.
Seasonal Beverages
| Beverage | Price |
|---|---|
| Caramel Apple Tea | $6.99 |
| Caramel Apple Lemonade | $10.99 |
| Strawberry Lemonade | $10.99 |
| Minute Maid Lemonade | $10.99 |
| Mango Lime Agua Fresca | $10.99 |
| Freshly Brewed Sweet Tea | $6.99 |
| Freshly Brewed Unsweetened Tea | $6.99 |
These come in larger, shareable portions, making them a simple way to round out a holiday table without mixing drinks yourself.
Whole Meals vs. Sliced Meals: Which One Fits Your Group?
It’s easy to default to the biggest package on the menu, but the right size really comes down to your headcount. A whole meal at 6–8 servings makes sense for a full extended-family gathering, while the sliced 4–6 option is a better fit for a smaller dinner where you still want variety without leftovers piling up for a week. If your group is closer to 8–10 people, it may actually work out better to combine a sliced meal with a couple of à la carte sides rather than stretching a single whole meal too thin.
Hot vs. Heat-and-Serve Cold: What to Know
Every whole and sliced meal option gives you a choice between picking it up hot and ready to eat, or cold to heat and serve at home. Hot pickup works well if your pickup time and mealtime are close together, but if there’s a gap — say, you’re picking up in the afternoon for an evening dinner — the cold option is usually the safer call, since reheating gives you more control over timing than trying to keep a hot meal warm for hours.
How to Order
Step 1: Contact your nearest location. Visit the Golden Corral website or call the restaurant directly to start your order.
Step 2: Choose your meal. Decide between a whole meal, a sliced option, or building your own from the à la carte menu.
Step 3: Set your pickup details. Select a pickup time and choose whether you want the meal hot or heat-and-serve cold.
Step 4: Pick up and serve. Collect your order, warm it if needed, and put together your holiday table without the usual hours of prep.
Tips for a Smoother Pickup
- Order at least 72 hours ahead — this isn’t a last-minute option, especially close to major holidays.
- Decide on hot vs. cold pickup based on your timeline, not just preference, since timing gaps matter more than they seem.
- Mix package sizes for odd group counts rather than over-ordering a size too large.
- Check pricing with your local restaurant, since these packages can vary slightly by location.
- Don’t forget dessert and rolls if you’re going the à la carte route — they’re easy to overlook when building a custom order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance do I need to order Holiday Meals To Go? At least 72 hours before your intended pickup time.
How many people does a whole holiday meal serve? Whole meals are built to serve 6–8 people, while sliced meals come in both 4–6 and 6–8 person sizes.
Can I order individual sides without a full meal package? Yes, the à la carte menu lets you order sides, carved meats, and desserts separately.
Are the meals served hot or cold? You can choose either option — hot and ready to eat, or cold to heat and serve at your own pace.
Does pricing include dessert? Whole and sliced meal packages include a whole pie; à la carte desserts are priced and ordered separately.
Is beef roast available as a whole meal option? No, beef roast is only offered in the sliced meal format, not as a full 6–8 person whole meal.