(NEXSTAR) — Whether you’re looking for a pre-turkey trot coffee, a road trip snack, or a meal to replace your not-quite-right family dinner, various restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving this year. 

The national restaurant chains listed below have confirmed they will be open for the holiday, however, hours may vary by location. You may want to check your location’s hours online or by calling ahead before you try to visit.

Applebee’s

While Applebee’s locations are set to be open for Thanksgiving, they may have reduced hours. You can check your restaurant’s hours by calling ahead or checking online.

Arby's

A spokesperson tells Nexstar that during the holiday season, hours can vary by location. You can confirm your Arby's location's hours online here.

Burger King

Since Burger King restaurants are individually owned, Thanksgiving hours can vary by location. You can confirm hours online or in the BK app.

Dairy Queen

Because Dairy Queen restaurants are individually owned, hours can vary on Thanksgiving, a spokesperson previously told Nexstar. Your location’s hours can be confirmed here.

Denny’s

While your local Denny’s will likely be open for Thanksgiving, the company recommends checking your spot’s dine-in hours here before stopping in.

Domino’s

Like others on this list, Domino’s has independently owned locations that may be open for Thanksgiving with varying hours. You can check your restaurant’s hours online.

Dunkin'

While many Dunkin' locations will be open for Thanksgiving, hours may vary. You can check a store's hours in the Dunkin' Mobile App, a spokesperson tells Nexstar.

IHOP

With many locations open all day, every day, you’ll likely be able to satisfy your pancake craving on Thanksgiving at your local IHOP. You may, however, want to confirm your restaurant’s hours online before stopping in.

Jack in the Box

A representative tells Nexstar that Jack in the Box locations will be open for Thanksgiving, but hours may vary by location. You can check your spot’s hours online. 

McDonald’s

You may be able to visit the Golden Arches on Thanksgiving but you’ll want to confirm its hours on the McDonald’s website or app.

Panera Bread

Hours can vary by location, according to Panera Bread. You can find those hours here.

Pizza Hut

Like others on this list, hours can vary across Pizza Hut locations but can be confirmed online before you order.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Many Ruth’s Chris Steak House locations will be open; you can check hours online. 

Starbucks

While Starbucks locations found in stores like Target will be closed for Thanksgiving (since Target is closing for the holiday), others may still be open. You can confirm your store’s hours online or in the Starbucks app.

Waffle House

As an always-open location, Waffle House restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving.

Wendy’s

Many Wendy’s locations will be open for Thanksgiving, the company confirmed. You can find your nearest spot’s hours here.

What restaurants will be closed for Thanksgiving?

While many chains are keeping their doors open for the holidays, others will give their employees the day off. 

The restaurants listed below have either confirmed online or with Nexstar that they will be closed for Thanksgiving Day 2024:

• Chick-fil-A
• Chipotle
• In-N-Out
• Jersey Mike’s
• Olive Garden
• Raising Cane’s
• Taco Bell

Representatives tell Nexstar most KFC and Noodles and Company locations will be closed, but because they are all independently owned, some may be open. You can check your location’s hours online or in the chains’ apps.

Locally-owned restaurants may have limited hours or close for the holiday as well. Be sure to check ahead of time before stopping in on Thanksgiving. 

Many convenience stores and gas stations also tend to remain open for Thanksgiving, should you need a quick snack or a roller dog.

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