Don’t feel like cooking or cleaning up this holiday? Although many restaurants have limited hours or are closed altogether on Thanksgiving, it’s still possible to go out and enjoy a restaurant meal this Nov. 27.

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Below are some of the restaurants that plan to be open on Thanksgiving. Keep in mind it’s a good idea to call in advance to verify their holiday hours, as not every location may be open this year.

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2025

Bob Evans: Open every Thanksgiving, Bob Evans offers special meals and breakfast favorites available all day long for dine-in, delivery or curbside pickup.

Buca di Beppo: Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal, served family style, at Buca this year.

Cracker Barrel: Cracker Barrel is open on Thanksgiving Day and is serving a traditional meal. You can also order takeaway dinners.

Del Frisco’s Grille: The restaurant will be open on Thanksgiving with a special holiday menu.

Denny’s: Denny’s will be open Thanksgiving Day, but not all locations will be open 24 hours.


Dunkin’: Most Dunkin’ locations will be open on Thanksgiving.

Golden Corral: The restaurant will be open Thanksgiving 2025 at participating locations and will offer holiday favorites like carved roasted turkey and glazed ham.

IHOP: IHOP will be open on Thanksgiving Day, though it is recommended diners call their local IHOP for specific hours, which may vary by location.

Jack in the Box: Most restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving.

Maggiano’s: Maggiano’s is open on Thanksgiving with options to order ahead, carry out, or dine in.

McDonald’s: McDonald’s are usually open on Thanksgiving, but hours may vary, depending on location and franchise.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: The restaurant will be open on Thanksgiving Day.

Starbucks: The coffee chain will be open at select store locations with varying hours.

Waffle House: The restaurant will be open on Thanksgiving Day at most locations. Hours may vary by location, although many are 24 hours.

Whataburger: The burger chain plans to be open on Nov. 27.

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