Thanksgiving can be a stressful holiday for people who aren’t good cooks.
If you’re in charge of making dinner and just don’t have the culinary skills to make it work, there’s no shame in eating out. And, lucky for you, there are plenty of places to choose from today.
While many retailers might be closed, this is a busy day for restaurant chains (and many local diners as well). You should have no trouble finding someplace offering a traditional Thanksgiving feast. And if you would rather have a pizza, there’s no one stopping you.
Here’s a look at some of the places you can grab a bite on Thanksgiving. Note that hours may vary and some franchisees may opt not to be open, so be sure to call first
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day 2024
Applebee’s
Boston Market
Buffalo Wild Wings
Burger King
Cracker Barrel
Denny’s
Domino’s
Flemings Prime Steakhouse (opens at 11:00 a.m.)
Fogo de Chao
Golden Corral
Hardee’s
IHOP
Maggiano’s Little Italy
McCormick and Schmick’s
McDonald’s
Medieval Times (most castles open, call to confirm)
Morton’s Steakhouse
Popeye’s (varies by location)
Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Ruby Tuesday
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Sizzler (varies by location)
Sonic
Starbuck’s
STK Steakhouse
Subway
TGI Friday’s
Waffle House
Wawa
Restaurants closed on Thanksgiving Day 2024
Bonefish Grill
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Cheesecake Factory
Chili’s
Olive Garden
Outback Steakhouse
Texas Roadhouse