There’s still time: Order Rosh Hashanah catering at these standout spots (and browse many of their Yom Kippur break-the-fast menus, too). From sweets to savories to everything in between (including challah schnitzel!), we’ve got you covered.
Bakey
Your top place for glorious carbs: Pre-order until Sept. 19 at kosher Bakey locations in Boston, Brookline and Newton. In addition to their signature apple babka, they offer honey cake and an Instagram-friendly challah centerpiece that serves up to 25 of your closest pals. Pick up between Sept. 21-24.
Blacker’s Bakeshop
Planning last-minute? Duck into nut-free, dairy-free and kosher Blacker’s Bakeshop on Sept. 21-22; they’ll be open from 9 a.m. for last-minute essentials: challah, apple and Boston cream pie, babka and rugelach.
The Butcherie
Start the new year right with The Butcherie’s vast inventory of kosher holiday essentials, from gefilte fish to matzo ball soup. Order by Sept. 14 for pickup by Sept. 21, and plan ahead for Yom Kippur, too: Order salads, kugel and fruit platters by Sept. 26.
Chani’s Kosher Take-Out & Catering
The name says it all: This Worcester destination for all things to-go kosher offers a vast catering menu of deli platters, roasted veggies, salads and bulk challah rolls (order 48 hours in advance). Just need a quick bite? They’re known for their savory-salty challah schnitzel, a viral TikTok hit made with creamy fried eggplant, Israeli pickles and purple cabbage salad.
Inna’s Kitchen
Inna’s Kitchen in Newton Centre is a haven for gluten-, dairy- and nut-free diners, and it’s kosher too: Order gefilte fish, mock chopped liver (made with eggplant), vegan latkes, noodle kugel, egg-free challah and more by Sept. 15 for pickup on Sept. 21-22.
Mamaleh’s
Mamaleh’s offers an extensive High Holiday menu at their Greater Boston locations: latkes, matzo ball soup, chopped liver (and mock chopped liver) and a truly blissful sweet-and-sour brisket. Order for Rosh Hashanah by Sept. 16 for pickup Sept. 21-22; order for Yom Kippur by Sept. 25. Also check out their matzo ball soup collab with meal-prep empire Feast & Fettle, which also offers a full Rosh Hashanah delivery menu.
Michael’s Deli
A Brookline original. Order for Rosh Hashanah takeout (or delivery to certain locations!) by Sept. 15, and for Yom Kippur by Sept. 27. Find classics like potato latkes and matzo ball soup along with brisket knishes, kasha varnishkes and stuffed cabbage (not kosher).
Zaftigs Delicatessen
The beloved Brookline and Natick delis offer catering for the High Holidays (not kosher); for Rosh Hashanah, browse a big menu of snacks and entrees, from hummus platters to bagel chips and apricot chutney to honey-roasted chicken. They have lots of desserts, too; get the half-pan of challah bread pudding with a side of chocolate cheesecake.
Zayde’s Market
This Canton kosher grocery specializes in prepared foods ideal for feeding crowds, from honey salmon to chicken marsala, at fair prices—plus new kosher pizzas in fun varieties like shakshuka and falafel.