Thanksgiving is just around the corner, which means a few things: spending time with loved ones, finally being able to decorate your house for Christmas or Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, wearing your best pants with an elastic waistband, and shoving as much food into your body as humanly possible. And while some people thrive on preparing a gigantic feast for a crowd every year, others prefer having the feast prepared for them. Hey, we don't judge. You do you!
Luckily, if you fall into the latter category, you don't have to turn to your microwave and whatever you have stuffed in the freezer to enjoy a feast on Thanksgiving, because Hallelujah, glory be to the turkey gods! These 14 chain restaurants across the US are open for business on Thanksgiving this year — just be sure to double-check the hours for the locations nearest to you.
Starbucks
When you gotta get your coffee fix, especially during holidays, you can always count on Starbucks to deliver. Well, not actually deliver to your doorstep (which would be amazing), but you get it. If you can swing it, throw a couple extra bucks in the tip jar for the baristas, who probably would rather be with their families than slinging lattes all day.
Marie Callender's
Marie Callender's is here to make your Thanksgiving easy as pie this year! (Get it? Because they're famous for their pies.)
The restaurant has a plethora of holiday feast packages to choose from, and the best part is, you barely have to lift a finger! Check out the Thanksgiving menu.
Rainforest Cafe
Some people like a traditional Thanksgiving meal; others like to wine and dine under a canopy of fake leaves and in the company of animatronic creatures. To each their own!
Rainforest Cafe is offering a full Thanksgiving dinner "with all the trimmings" this year at specific locations. Check the restaurant's website to see if a location near you is open on Turkey Day.
Applebee's
Nothing says Thanksgiving like a $1 Bahama Mama at Applebee's, am I right? All jokes aside, if you're looking for a break from a traditional holiday meal, Applebee's is probably a safe bet — tropical drinks and all.
Bahama Breeze Island Grille
I'm more of a Thanksgiving traditionalist myself, but I'm not gonna lie — this sounds pretty darn good. Bahama Breeze Island Grille is offering a special Thanksgiving dinner, including "all the island fixins," like your choice between mashed potatoes OR cinnamon mashed sweet potatoes. Um, all of the above, please! Check out its special holiday menu for more delicious twists on the classics.
Bob Evans
Bob Evans is open until 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day! You can order full-on holiday feasts, pies, and sides to go, and so much more. You'll find more info on its Thanksgiving Day menu.
Boston Market
Let's be honest: Boston Market basically serves Thanksgiving all year round, so it's no surprise that the fast-food chain is open on Thanksgiving. The good news is that it even delivers straight to your door!
Buca di Beppo
Now that's-a-good-a-Thanksgiving meal, no? Buca di Beppo is offering a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for parties of up to 10 people, including your choice of turkey or ham, along with sides like spicy Italian sausage stuffing and roasted garlic mashed potatoes. Yum!
Cracker Barrel
According to Cracker Barrel's website, Thanksgiving is the restaurant's busiest day of the year! The site reads: "As the Thanksgiving expert, Cracker Barrel will once again offer its Homestyle Turkey n’ Dressing Meals for in-store guests, as well as its popular Heat n’ Serve Holiday Family Meals To-Go and Homestyle Turkey n’ Dressing Family Meals To-Go for guests to enjoy at home."
I mean, you can't argue with the Thanksgiving Expert™️ now, can you?
Denny's
To quote Tim Allen in The Santa Clause: "Denny's. It's always open!"
Denny's is offering something called a "Turkey and Dressing Dinner Pack" this year, which includes "tender carved turkey breast served family-style with savory stuffing, turkey gravy and cranberry sauce," along with two sides.
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
If you're looking to go the fancy route, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar is offering a dine-in option on Thanksgiving starting at 11 a.m. You can make a reservation online, and download the menu from its site. Fleming's is even offering a children's Thanksgiving menu, so there's something for the whole family!
IHOP
I have most definitely eaten breakfast at IHOP before heading to my parents' house for Thanksgiving dinner. It's a great way to stretch out your stomach and pregame for the big meal. It's also great if you want its roasted turkey dinner!
Perkins Restaurant and Bakery
Another diner-esque option, but Perkins Restaurant is one that won't let you down.
Waffle House
If one thing's for sure, you can always count on Waffle House — rain, shine, or holiday!
