What restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day?

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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Not in the mood for cooking -- or cleaning -- this Thanksgiving? Several restaurants are willing to do the work for you!



Whether your family wants a traditional turkey or prefers to chow down on fast food, several restaurants and chains are open on Thanksgiving Day.



Keep in mind that if you plan on dining out this Thanksgiving, most restaurants will require a reservation in advance.



Here is a list of some popular restaurants that are open and others that are closed:



Restaurants are listed in alphabetical order. Hours and availability may vary by location and are subject to change. Please contact the restaurant directly with any questions.



Restaurant Open on Thanksgiving



Applebee's: Select locations open



Bob Evans: Open


While a variety of take-out options are available, guests who dine in can have turkey, ham or steak plus three sides, bread and a slice of pie for $14.99.



The Capital Grille: Open


A Thanksgiving dinner, which includes slow-roasted turkey with brioche stuffing, is offered at $43 for adults and $15 for children.



Cracker Barrel: Open


The restaurant has a Thanksgiving menu with a variety of dine-in and take-out options, including its classic Turkey n' Dressing Meal and fresh baked pies.



Denny's: Open



Famous Dave's: Select locations open



Fleming's Prime Steakhouse: Open


Guests can enjoy a three-course Thanksgiving meal, including herb-roasted turkey or petite filet mignon.



Golden Corral: Open


Enjoy a special holiday buffet, featuring roasted turkey, spiced ham, candycane cheesecake and more.



Luby's: Open


Guests can choose between a Cornbread Dressing Stuffed Turkey Leg with one side or Classic Turkey & Cornbread Dressing with two holiday sides for $11.49.



Marie Callender's: Open


A Thanksgiving dinner, which includes a roasted turkey or oven-baked ham, is available for adults at $22.99 and kids at $8.99.



McDonald's: Select locations open



Seasons 52: Open


The restaurant is serving Thanksgiving classics all day at $32.95 for adults and $14 for children.



Ruth's Chris: Open


A traditional three-course holiday feast is $41.95 for adults and $14.95 for kids.



CLOSED ON THANKSGIVING



Carrabba's Italian Grill: Closed



Bonefish Grill: Closed



The Cheesecake Factory: Closed, with the exception of locations in Las Vegas; Hanover, Maryland; and North York, Ontario



Chipotle: Closed



Longhorn Steakhouse: Closed



Olive Garden: Closed



Outback Steakhouse: Closed



Panera Bread: Closed



Red Lobster: Closed



Red Robin: Closed

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