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National Chain Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2024
For those who want to skip the hassle of cooking or cleaning this Thanksgiving, several national chain restaurants will be open on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. These options range from fine dining to fast casual and fast food, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Some locations require reservations, so planning ahead is essential.
As hours and participation may vary by location, it’s always a good idea to call your local restaurant in advance to confirm their Thanksgiving hours and menu options. This list is curated from sources like Delish, Good Housekeeping, and USA Today.
Casual Dining Restaurants
- Applebee’s: Hours and participation vary by location.
- Black Angus Steakhouse: Open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. with a limited menu, including a turkey dinner.
- Bob Evans: Most locations will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Bravo! Italian Kitchen: Open regular hours, offering a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and an a la carte Italian menu. Order-ahead options are available.
- Brio Italian Grille: Open from 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Cracker Barrel: Open during normal hours with a limited Thanksgiving menu starting at 11 a.m. Order-ahead options are available.
- Golden Corral: The buffet features all-you-can-eat fresh-carved turkey and other Thanksgiving fare.
- IHOP: Hours may vary by location.
Fine Dining Options
- Chart House: Offers three-course meal options, including turkey with all the trimmings. Order-ahead options are available.
- Del Frisco’s Grille: Open from 12 p.m.-9 p.m., featuring a three-course turkey dinner. Order-ahead options are available.
- Eddie V’s: Open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m., featuring a special Thanksgiving menu.
- Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar: Open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Fogo de Chão: Open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Morton’s The Steakhouse: Offering a four-course Thanksgiving meal for dine-in and catering options. Pre-orders are available.
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Extended hours; reservations strongly encouraged. Offers a multi-course Thanksgiving dinner and pre-order options for complete meals or sides.
- Seasons 52: Open regular hours with a traditional Thanksgiving meal for dine-in or pre-order.
- STK Steakhouse: Features a special dine-in Thanksgiving menu with seasonal flavors, alongside pre-order takeout options.
- Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m., serving a three-course Thanksgiving dinner and signature menu items. Pre-orders are available.
Fast Casual and Fast Food
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Hours vary by location.
- Burger King: Hours vary by location.
- Domino’s Pizza: Some locations may choose to open.
- Firehouse Subs: Hours vary by location.
- McDonald’s: Hours vary by location.
- Popeyes: Hours vary by location.
- Red Lobster: Hours vary by location.
- Sonic: Many locations will be open.
- Subway: Call ahead to confirm, as locations are individually owned.
- Taco Bell: Hours vary by location.
- Wendy’s: Most locations open regular hours.
- Whataburger: Most locations open regular hours.
- White Castle: Open until 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Family-Friendly Options
- Denny’s: Open regular hours.
- Maggiano’s Little Italy: Open regular hours for dine-in and carryout, with catering options available.
- Sizzler: Most locations will be open, serving a traditional turkey dinner.
- Steak ’N Shake: Open regular hours.
- TGI Fridays: Hours vary by location.
- Waffle House: Open regular hours, as they are every day of the year.
Special Thanksgiving Menus and Offers
- McCormick & Schmick’s: Offers a traditional turkey dinner alongside the regular dinner menu. Pre-orders are available.
- Hooters: Hours vary by location.
Whether you’re craving a full Thanksgiving dinner or simply want to grab a quick bite, these restaurants provide a variety of dining options to suit your holiday needs. Be sure to double-check specific hours and offerings at your preferred location before heading out.
