Don't feel like cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year? We've got you covered. Many of the following national restaurant chains will not only be open but may also have special holiday meals, drinks, and even to-go packages!
So, if you want to leave the cooking to the professionals, plenty of restaurants will remain open on Thanksgiving this year. Here's a list of national restaurant chains that will remain open on Thanksgiving Day 2024. (We've also included a list of closed restaurants for Turkey Day.)
*Please note that many restaurants' hours vary by location, so check with your local restaurant before making plans.
**This list will be updated as we learn of more restaurants. Did we miss a national restaurant chain on our list? Please email us.
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2024:
- Applebee's
- Burger King
- Cracker Barrel
- Dunkin'
- Hooters
- IHOP
- McDonald's
- Starbucks
- Subway
- Taco Bell
- Wendy's
- Whataburger
Restaurants Closed on Thanksgiving Day 2024:
- Bonefish Grill
- Carl's Jr./Hardee's
- Carrabba's Italian Grill
- Chick-fil-A
- Chili's
- First Watch
- Outback Steakhouse
- Red Lobster
- Texas Roadhouse
