Don't Want to Cook? Check Out 34 Restaurants That Are Open on Thanksgiving
For most people, Thanksgiving is synonymous with arranging—or indulging in—an expansive layout of turkey and side dishes, from stuffing to cornbread to mashed potatoes. (All of which, incidentally, are suffering from pandemic and supply shortage mark-ups. Happy holidays.)
If you’re tired of cooking or never really wanted to bother in the first place, the restaurant industry is here to help. There are a number of national chains that are making their menus and sometimes their dining areas available on Thanksgiving, making dinner as easy as carrying out a few bags. Check them out below, but be sure to call your local eatery to confirm.
- Applebee’s
- Bahama Breeze
- Boston Market
- Buca di Beppo
- Burger King
- The Capital Grille
- Chart House
- Chili’s
- Cracker Barrel
- Del Frisco’s Grille
- Denny’s
- Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
- Fogo de Chão
- Golden Corral
- Hardee’s
- Hooters
- IHOP
- Legal Sea Foods
- Maggiano’s Little Italy
- Marie Callender’s
- McCormick and Schmick’s
- Morton’s Steakhouse
- Pizza Hut
- Popeyes
- Romano’s Macaroni Grill
- Ruby Tuesday
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House
- Sonic
- STK Steakhouse
- Subway
- Sullivan’s Steakhouse
- T.G.I. Friday’s
- Tony Roma’s
- Waffle House
Be mindful that store hours will vary by chain and location. If you just need a quick drink or breakfast sandwich, most Dunkin’ and Starbucks locations will be open, as well.
[h/t Reader’s Digest]