These restaurants and grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving Day

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Kristin McGrath, Offers.com

Tomorrow it’s Thanksgiving and consumers all around the country will be on rushing around to see family. Some may want to grab a bite while on the road and some may need to make a last-minute grocery run.

Offers.com rounded up a list of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving – from diners and fast-food joints that are simply doing business as usual to restaurants providing take-home options to establishments that are pulling out all the stops with multi-course Thanksgiving feasts.

We also rounded up major grocery store chains’ Thanksgiving Day hours for people who might need to pick up last minute items for their dinner. 

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving 2018

Applebee’s: Applebee’s is known for its combo deals (such as two entrees and an appetizer for $20). So Thanksgiving can be affordable as well as effortless. Many locations will be closing early, so check hours in advance.

Bahama Breeze: Some locations will be open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., serving a Thanksgiving menu inspired by the islands.

Black Angus Steakhouse: The chain will be serving a special menu on Thanksgiving Day, which includes turkey with all the fixings ($19.99 for adults, $9.99 for kids). See the menu.

Bob Evans: Open for dine-in customers on Thanksgiving (check closing hours with your location). Or, buy a carryout Farmhouse feast for four to eight. The meal for four starts at $19.99.

Bojangles: Preorder a seasoned fried turkey, fully prepared and ready to heat and serve. Prices begin at $39.99.

Boston Market: Most locations are open for dine-in, but check hours. Boston Market will be serving plated traditional meal on Thanksgiving Day. See the Thanksgiving menu options.Plus, don’t forget Boston Market’s catering and carry-out meal options, if you want to host at home but don’t want to cook.

Buca di Beppo: Dine in on Thanksgiving (many locations are open regular hours), serving specials like turkey with traditional fixings (in addition to Italian favorites). Reserve your table. Or, pre-order a catered feast. The catered option is offered in two sizes to feed 10 or 20. Place your order for pick-up or delivery between Nov. 12 and Nov. 22. Thanksgiving day pickup starts at 10 a.m.

Capital Grille: Get a prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner ($42 for adults, $15 for children). Includes slow-roasted turkey with brioche stuffing, french green beans with marcona almonds and mashed potatoes. Desserts available for $11. See the full menu.

Charlie Brown’s: Get an all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving turkey dinner for $21.99 at participating locations. Or order Thanksgiving dinner to go, which serves eight to 10, for $199.99.

Chevy’s Fresh Mex: Three-course Thanksgiving dinner at participating locations on Thanksgiving, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pricing varies by location. Not available at all locations.

Country Buffet: Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and serving traditional Thanksgiving dishes and sides.

Cracker Barrel: Open regular hours. Cracker Barrel will be serving a Homestyle Turkey n’ Dressing Meal all day ($12.99 for adults $7.99 for children). Also providing Heat n’ Serve holiday family meals to take home. Available for pick-up Nov. 17 to 25 (24-hour notice recommended).

Denny’s: Many locations will be open regular hours, and there are plenty of traditional Thanksgiving and fall menu items to choose from. Plus, order from Denny’s online ordering platform and get a meal for four to five, which includes carved turkey breast, stuffing, gravy and two sides.

El Torito: Most locations will have a Thanksgiving Day buffet from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The buffet includes a turkey and ham carving station, apple-jalapeno stuffing, chipotle honey sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, cream of pumpkin soup, a taco station, seafood station and dessert bar.

Fleming’s: Order a three-course Thanksgiving feast for $49 (kids’ meal $19). Includes a starter, first course, main course and dessert that all feature traditional Thanksgiving favorites, including mixed herb-roasted turkey and butter-mashed sweet potatoes.

Fogo de Chao: Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast at Fogo de Chao. Get the full Churrasco experience, including traditional favorites like roasted turkey breast, homemade cranberry relish, sweet potato casserole and Brazilian sausage and apple dressing. Reservations available between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. Dinner prices all day. Make your reservation here 6477175.

HomeTown Buffet: Get a whole pecan or pumpkin pie to take home for $8.99 at participating location

Hooter’s: Watch Thanksgiving NFL games at many Hooter’s locations on Thanksgiving afternoon. Be sure to call ahead to make sure your location is open.

IHOP: Many locations will be open on Thanksgiving. Contact your nearest location for details. and hours.

Luby’s: Dine in on Thanksgiving and get turkey, cornbread dressing, two sides, bread and dessert for $11.49. Or, order a pre-cooked heat-and-serve meal, featuring traditional Thanksgiving favorites, for your family. Call or order online. Check with your location for pick-up times. See the full holiday menu.

Macaroni Grill: Many locations are open for dine-in guests and will be serving a three-course Thanksgiving dinner ($24.99) featuring a soup or salad, roasted turkey breast, buttermilk mashed potatoes, glazed carrots, stuffing and pumpkin pie. See the full menu. Check your location’s hours and make a reservation in advance.

Marie Callender’s: Dine in for a prix fixe menu ($22.99 for adults, $8.99 for kids) featuring Thanksgiving favorites. Or, order to-go meals for the family (pick up your order after 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day). Reservations recommended for large parties of eight or more. Prices and hours may vary by location. See the menu.

McCormick & Schmick’s: Enjoy a traditional roasted turkey dinner for Thanksgiving. Price varies by location. See menu.

McDonald’s: Need a quick bite? Many McDonald’s locations will remain open, but double check the hours.

Mimi’s Cafe: Get a three-course Thanksgiving dinner with traditional sides for $19.99 from 11 a.m. to close on Thanksgiving Day.

Morton’s The Steakhouse: Certain locations are open on Thanksgiving. Reservations required.

Old Country Buffet: Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and sides. Get a take-home pie (pumpkin or pecan) for $8.99 at participating locations.

Ruby Tuesday: Many locations will be open on Thanksgiving and serving the regular menu.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: The restaurant will be serving a three-course meal ($39.95) that includes a soup or salad, hand-carved turkey with stuffing, choice of side and a dessert.

Ryan’s: Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and serving traditional Thanksgiving food. Get a whole pie to take home for $8.99. Options include pumpkin and pecan.

Shoney’s: Dine in on Thanksgiving Day and get an all-you-care-to-eat Thanksgiving feast with slow roasted turkey, all the trimmings and sides. Prices and participation may vary by location.

Sizzler: Sizzler restaurants will serve a Thanksgiving feast, complete with a selection of wines and pumpkin pie for dessert. Sizzler’s Thanksgiving feast includes fresh roasted turkey with stuffing, green beans, mashed potatoes, gravy, sweet potatoes with maple topping, cranberry sauce and a slice of pumpkin pie for dessert. Prices vary.

Starbucks: You can count on many Starbucks locations to remain open on Thanksgiving (although hours may be different than usual). Get your caffeine fix on the way to visiting family, and enjoy its holiday beverages.

Ted’s Montana Grill: The Thanksgiving Roast Turkey Feast ($29) comes with a side salad or cup of soup or chili, roast turkey and gravy with garlic mashed potatoes, herb dressing, carrots, “Aunt Fannie’s” squash casserole and cranberry sauce. Served with Apple Pecan Crisp. Or choose other menu items including Crab Cakes, Bison Pot Roast, Grilled Salad, Salmon, Ted’s Filet and Delmonico Ribeye. Select wines will be offered for $30 a bottle. Prices and availability may vary by location. Kids’ meal price is $13. See details.

Texas de Brazil: Opens 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day and will serve a traditional turkey dinner plus the regular menu.

TGI Friday’s: We’ve confirmed that many locations will be open Thanksgiving Day, but hours will vary. Check your nearest location. And take advantage of the Fridays Feast for 2 (starting at $20).

Waffle House: In keeping with its tradition, Waffle House will be open on Thanksgiving.

Grocery store Thanksgiving hours

HEB: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hy-Vee: Regular opening time until 2 p.m.

Kroger: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. (select stores)

Meijer: Opens 6 a.m. (check local close)

Trader Joe’s: Closed

Whole Foods: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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