Thanksgiving 2025: Restaurants Open on Holiday Thursday

Thanksgiving 2025 falls on November 27, and while many families prepare elaborate feasts at home, others prefer dining out. For those choosing to eat out, here is a list of restaurants that will be open and their offerings.

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day

• Applebee’s: Select locations will be open; hours may vary.
• Arby’s: Most locations will operate; confirm hours with your local store.
• Baskin-Robbins: Hours depend on local ownership; check with nearby locations.
• Burger King: Open with varying hours. Verify with your nearest outlet.
• Boston Market: Available and offering a special Thanksgiving menu.
• BRIO Tuscan Grille: Open with a three-course Thanksgiving offering; pick-up available.
• Buca di Beppo: Open for both dine-in and takeout orders.
• Cracker Barrel: Open; local hours should be confirmed.
• Dave and Buster’s: Open with a Thanksgiving prix fixe meal.
• Denny’s: Open for Thanksgiving and available for guests.
• Dunkin’: Many locations will be open; verify hours locally.
• Fogo de Chao: Open with traditional holiday dishes at select locations.
• IHOP: Open, but hours may differ; check local options.
• Jimmy John’s: Most locations available; confirm with your nearest store.
• Kona Grill: Offering a special Thanksgiving feast from November 27 to 30.
• Krispy Kreme: Open until 2 p.m. local time on Thanksgiving Day.
• Maggiano’s: Open with a Thanksgiving menu; hours end at 8 p.m. local time.
• Macaroni Grill: Open with traditional options for Thanksgiving.
• Morton’s Steakhouse: Operating with a special Thanksgiving menu.
• Popeyes: Many locations are open; hours may vary.
• Ruby Tuesday: Selected locations open; confirm hours with your restaurant.
• Starbucks: Most stores will be operational; check hours locally.
• Taco Bell: Open, but confirm local hours.
• TGIF: Locations are open; contact ahead to verify hours.
• Waffle House: Open with varying hours; double-check with your nearest location.
• Wendy’s: Restaurants will be operational on Thanksgiving.

Restaurants Closed on Thanksgiving Day

• Whataburger
• White Castle
• Chick-fil-A
• Chili’s
• Chipotle
• Panera Bread
• Panda Express
• Olive Garden

For those opting for a restaurant meal this Thanksgiving, confirm the hours with your local establishments. Enjoy a stress-free holiday dining experience at one of the many available options.