Smoked turkey is a delicious, juicy, and flavorful alternative to roasted turkey that takes your holiday meals to the next level. But finding a pre-smoked whole turkey or turkey breast near you can be tricky if you don’t know where to look. As your local culinary guide, I’ve put together this complete guide on where you can find smoked turkey in your area. Read on to locate the best places to buy pre-smoked turkeys nearby!
Overview of Smoked Turkey
Smoking uses low heat and fragrant wood smoke to slowly cook the turkey and infuse it with incredible depth of flavor. The end result is tender, moist turkey with a wonderful smoky aroma and taste. Smoked turkey is fully cooked so it just needs to be reheated before serving. It makes holiday cooking easy!
The most common smoked turkey options are
- Whole smoked turkey – 10-20 lbs, feeds a crowd
- Boneless smoked turkey breast – 3-7 lbs for smaller groups
- Smoked turkey legs – Sold individually
- Sliced smoked turkey breast – Delicatessen-style sliced meat
Where to Buy Smoked Turkey Locally
I searched high and low to find the stores and smokehouses near you that sell smoked turkey Here are the best places to buy pre-smoked turkey close to home
Local Grocery Store Deli Sections
Many grocery store chains carry smoked turkey seasonal around the holidays. Check your neighborhood location for availability:
- Kroger – Hickory smoked turkey breasts and whole turkeys
- Safeway – Oven-roasted smoked turkey breasts
- Albertsons – Cajun smoked turkey and turkey legs
- Publix – Applewood smoked turkey breasts and spiral hams
- Wegmans – Whole smoked turkeys from the on-site smokehouse
Specialty Meat Shops and Butchers
Your local butcher or meat shop may smoke turkeys in-house or source them from regional smokehouses. Inquire about holiday availability.
- Mike’s Meat Market – Carries cherry smoked turkey from a local farm
- Omaha Steaks – Catalog includes hickory smoked turkey breasts
- House of Meats – Call ahead to pre-order an applewood smoked turkey
Regional BBQ Joints
Check if your favorite local barbecue restaurant smokes turkeys to order around the holidays. Their expertise results in extra tender and juicy smoked birds.
- Sonny’s BBQ – Hickory smoked whole turkey dinner package
- Rib Shack – Mesquite smoked turkey legs and breasts
- Arthur Bryant’s – Seasonal peppery-dry rubbed smoked turkeys
Online Mail Order Companies
Can’t find smoked turkey nearby? Ordering online is easy and provides access to high-quality smokehouses across the U.S. Companies like D’Artagnan, Harry & David, Double R Ranch, and Wright Brand ship smoked turkeys nationwide.
Direct from Specialty Smokehouses
For the ultimate smoked turkey experience, look for mail order options shipped direct from renowned smokehouses. My picks include Southside Market in Texas, Burger’s Smokehouse in Missouri, and Virgil’s Kentucky Smokehouse.
Buying Considerations
Follow these tips when buying smoked turkey:
- Allow enough thawing time for frozen turkey
- Choose whole turkey or just breast meat
- Estimate 1 lb turkey per person when calculating size
- Check for hormone-free, organic, free-range if desired
- Consider carved meat for easier serving
- Compare wood smoke types like hickory, pecan, applewood
- Examine turkey texture – chopped or sliced?
- Read labels for ingredients like broths or seasonings
Average Pricing for Smoked Turkey
You can expect to pay:
- Whole smoked turkey (10-15 lbs) – $60-$100
- Turkey breast (3-7 lbs) – $50-$90
- Turkey legs (4 pack) – $25-$40
- Sliced turkey breast – $7-$11 per lb
Higher end gourmet smoked turkey costs more. Look for holiday sales and bulk pricing deals.
Get Creative with Leftovers!
With creative recipes, you can keep enjoying smoked turkey well past the holiday meal:
- Sandwiches with cranberry sauce and stuffing
- Diced turkey in soups, pasta, salads
- Tacos with smoked turkey, guacamole, peppers
- Smoked turkey casserole with veggies and cheese
- Breakfast hash with eggs, turkey, potatoes
Smoked Turkey Is Delicious
Smoked turkey is worth seeking out for your next special occasion instead of basic roasted turkey. The tender juicy meat and wonderful smoky flavor will make memorable meals. Use this guide to find pre-smoked turkey breasts and whole birds at stores and smokehouses near you. Enjoy the ease of reheating pre-smoked turkey and let the scrumptious flavor wow your guests!
We’ll Give You a Hand with the Leftovers
Leftovers are one of the best holiday traditions. But you can only eat so many turkey sandwiches.
Let Greenberg Smoked Turkeys give you a hand. Browse our selection of recipes perfect for leftover turkey.
The Taste of The Holidays
Greenbergs have been smoking turkeys in Tyler for over 80 years. Little has changed in that time.
We prep each turkey by hand. After giving it our signature rub, we send the turkey to smoke for upwards of 16 hours.
Our Turkeys range in size from 5 to 15 pounds. We are unique in that you can order that size that you require as long as it is available. A rule of thumb for size is a third to half a pound per person for average eaters. Of course, this may vary, but we find this to be accurate in most cases.
Easy Smoked Turkey Recipe for Thanksgiving (on a Pellet Grill!)
Where can I buy smoked turkey?
You have several options for purchasing smoked turkey, from grocery stores to online retailers. Here are some of the best places to buy smoked whole turkey: Many grocery store chains will stock smoked turkeys around the holidays: Costco – Costco has the popular Kirkland Signature Smoked Turkey Breast and Whole Smoked Turkeys seasonally.
Where can I buy smoked turkey breast?
Many grocery store chains will stock smoked turkeys around the holidays: Costco – Costco has the popular Kirkland Signature Smoked Turkey Breast and Whole Smoked Turkeys seasonally. Their prices are very reasonable for the quality. Trader Joe’s – Trader Joe’s sells frozen fully cooked smoked turkey breasts in their seasonal holiday sections.
Where can I buy a smoked turkey in Texas?
Southside Market – With origins back to 1882, this Texas smokehouse has award-winning smoked turkeys for mail order. Pueblo Lindo – Based in California, they offer smoked turkeys in mesquite and other premium hardwood flavors. Virgil’s – Try turkeys smoked over Texas post oak at this gourmet online butcher shop.
Where can I buy a smoked turkey for Thanksgiving & Christmas?
Metro Market – This Wisconsin and Minnesota chain has smoked turkeys for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Check your local grocery store’s holiday promotions and you may find smoked turkeys for sale leading up to Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you can’t find a pre-smoked turkey locally, purchasing online is a convenient option.
Should I buy a pre smoked turkey?
While you can certainly smoke a turkey yourself, buying a pre-smoked whole turkey can save you time and effort. This complete guide will teach you everything you need to know about buying a smoked turkey, from the different types available to the best places to purchase.
How much does a smoked turkey cost?
Smoked whole turkeys range from $2-7 per pound depending on size, quality, smokehouse brand and other factors. Here are some average price ranges: Organic and free-range turkeys from premium smokehouses and butcher shops are on the higher end while basic no-frills smoked turkeys are very affordable.