Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2024: A Comprehensive List

For those who prefer to dine out or need a break from cooking on Thanksgiving Day, several restaurants will be open to serve a variety of meals. Here is a list of popular restaurants that will be open on November 28, 2024.

Many national chain restaurants will have adjusted hours, so it is advisable to check with the local location for the most accurate information. Here are some of the restaurants that will be open:

– Applebee's: Select locations will be open, although hours may be reduced. Contact your local Applebee’s for specific holiday hours. – Buca di Beppo: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Burger King: Participating locations will be open, with hours varying by location. – Carl’s Jr./Hardee’s: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Cracker Barrel: Open regular hours, with a traditional meal starting at 11 a.m.. – Denny’s: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Domino's: Open on Thanksgiving, with delivery and pickup services available. – Dunkin’: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Fogo de Chão: Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., offering both new and traditional holiday options. – Golden Corral: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Hooters: Participating locations will be open from 4 p.m. to midnight, with some exceptions for game days in certain locations. – IHOP: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Krispy Kreme: Open with shortened hours, closing at 2 p.m.. – McDonald’s: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Popeyes: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Ruby Tuesday: Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with hours varying by location. – Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Sonic: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Starbucks: Many locations will be open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Subway: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location. – Wendy’s: Open on Thanksgiving, with hours varying by location.

In addition to these national chains, local eateries and independently owned restaurants may also offer special Thanksgiving menus. It is recommended to book reservations in advance, especially for popular spots, to ensure availability.

Restaurants that will be closed on Thanksgiving include Chick-fil-A, Chili's, Firehouse Subs, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, Taco Bell, Texas Roadhouse, and The Cheesecake Factory.