Q: Can I place an order without using a credit card?
A: Yes! Simply give our team a call at (414) 274-4729. Our staff would be happy to take your order over the phone. You can then pay via check or cash on event day.
Q: Will my presale carryout order be warm when picking up?
A: Due to the volume of orders we will receive, all presale carryout orders will be packaged on Saturday, Nov. 6 and be refrigerated until your selected pickup time to maintain its freshness and quality. A list of simple reheating instructions will be included with your order!
*Carryout orders placed on the day of the event will be packaged warm.
Q: Why do I have to make a reservation for the dine-in option this year?
A: Due to COVID-19 and the extra precautions we are taking to limit the crowd size in our dining area, we had to limit the number of tables and guests. The best way to do this was to require guests to make reservations so we can assign table seats ahead of time and ensure we have space for those who wish to join us in person this year.
Q: If I dine-in, can I still place an order for meatballs/sauce and extra meals to take home?
A: Absolutely! Again, due to the popularity of this event we are recommending that you place those carryout orders ahead of time before the Nov. 4 deadline. This guarantees you can go home with those extra meatballs! For example, you want to dine in at 1 p.m. for three people and you want to take home a few quarts of sauce and meatballs. You would make that reservation and pre-pay for your dine-in meals first. Then simply go to the carryout pre-sale tab after paying for your dine-in order and select those additional items and a pickup time of say 2 p.m. That way when you are done dining with us on event day, you will simply go to the pickup window at 2 p.m. and your extra order will be waiting for you! For meal preparation/packaging purposes we have to track carryout and dine-in sales separately, so we need to utilize two order forms.
Q: Why is the dine-in reservation system only allowing me to reserve space at the top of every hour?
A: We are estimating that all dine-in guests will remain at their tables for approx. one hour. To properly space guests between reservations, allowing enough time to clean and sanitize the tables, we are only taking reservations at the top of every hour from Noon-5 p.m.
Q: Is there parking available if I select to dine-in?
A: We have worked with our friends at the Lincoln School of the Arts (located directly across the street from St. Joan’s) to use their parking lot from 2-6 p.m. There is also ample street parking surrounding the school and the 2-hour parking limit/meters do not apply on Sundays. Note: Parking on Ogden St. directly in front of the school building will not be available as that will be our carryout pickup lane area only.
Q: Is pre-ordering necessary?
A: Yes! It is strongly encouraged that you pre-order for all of your carryout needs. We sell out every year and cannot guarantee that if you wait to order on event day that we will have enough food left on hand – those meatballs are popular! If you are dining in, we always recommend pre-ordering as to avoid waiting in long lines on event day to pay. All dine-in options are available for pre-order except for drinks which can be purchased in the dinning room at the event.
Q: If I placed a pre-sale carryout order do I need to come into the school to pick it up?
A: No! Like last year, we will have volunteers bringing your order directly to your car. Simply pull up to our pickup area on Ogden St. (look for signs) and a volunteer will come to take your name and order information and your items will be brought directly to your car!
Q: Will the Sisters be selling crafts again this year?
A: Yes! The Sisters and their helpers have been hard at work at creating unique and beautiful crafts that they will once again be selling this year. The craft store will be set up right outside of the gym off of the Ogden Street entrance to the school. All purchases must be made in person on November 7 – and you can pay via cash, check, or credit card.
Q: How does the Riverwest Food Pantry donation work?
A: St. Joan’s is proud to partner once again with our friends at the Riverwest Food Pantry as we work together to fight hunger in our community. Are you a fan of our famous spaghetti dinner but no longer live in the area and still want to support this event? Purchase this iconic homecooked meal for a family in need. All donated meals will be delivered to Riverwest the week following our event. Last year we donated over 500 meals to families!
Q: Are there still opportunities to volunteer for this year’s event?
A: Yes! If you or your group is interested in volunteering on event day (November 7) or on the days leading up to the event (November 4-6) we have numerous opportunities available. Contact Jon on our team at: jnesemeier@SaintJoanAntida.org to let him know your interest and availability. Specific volunteer roles and shifts will be posted closer to the event.
