The cost of your Thanksgiving meal this year may surprise you
You may be surprised by the price consumers pay for a traditional Thanksgiving meal for 10 people this year.
Thanksgiving is this week, so people across the country are making plans to travel for the holiday or invite family and friends over.
But most people need something to last them until Thanksgiving dinner, and fortunately, several well-known restaurant chains will remain open over the holiday, meaning consumers will have plenty of options this Thanksgiving.
Some chain restaurants, such as McDonald’s, Subway, and Whataburger, should be open for most of Thanksgiving, although business hours vary by location. If you’re looking to get your caffeine fix during the day, Starbucks and Dunkin’ should also be open most days, although hours vary depending on location.
Here’s what you need to know about restaurants and fast food chains on Thanksgiving, including if they’ll be open and what hours they’ll be open.
When is Thanksgiving in 2025?
This year’s Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 27th.
Is McDonald’s open on Thanksgiving?
Business hours vary by store, but most McDonald’s locations will be open on Thanksgiving Day. You can check local restaurant opening hours here.
Is Starbucks open on Thanksgiving?
Starbucks store hours vary by location. You can check a specific store’s opening hours using the Starbucks app or here.
Is Dunkin’ open on Thanksgiving?
Dunkin’ hours vary by location. You can use the Dunkin’ Store Locator or the Dunkin’ Rewards app to find the hours of operation for a specific store.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Thanksgiving?
All Chick-fil-A restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving, according to the company’s website.
Is Chipotle open on Thanksgiving?
No, Chipotle restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Wendy’s open on Thanksgiving?
Wendy’s business hours vary by store, so the company recommends customers check with local restaurants for specific holiday hours.
Is Burger King open on Thanksgiving?
The company says holiday hours vary by location, so customers are encouraged to check with local restaurants for specific hours. You can use Burger King’s store locator to find a restaurant near you.
Is Cracker Barrel open on Thanksgiving?
Yes, Cracker Barrel stores will be open as usual on Thanksgiving, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Taco Bell open on Thanksgiving?
No, Taco Bell stores in the U.S. will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Subway open on Thanksgiving?
A company spokesperson told USA TODAY that most Subway restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving. However, because Subway restaurants are independently owned and operated, business hours vary by location.
Please check with local restaurants for specific holiday hours.
Is Raising Cane’s open on Thanksgiving?
Raising Cane restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Firehouse Subs open on Thanksgiving?
Most Firehouse Subs locations will be closed on Thanksgiving. However, we recommend checking with your local store for specific holiday hours.
Is Shake Shack open on Thanksgiving?
No, Shake Shack locations will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is The Cheesecake Factory open on Thanksgiving?
All Cheesecake Factory locations will be closed on Thanksgiving with two exceptions: Arundel Mills in Hanover, Maryland, and The Forum Shops in Las Vegas.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on Thanksgiving?
No, Texas Roadhouse restaurants will be closed on Thanksgiving, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is IHOP open on Thanksgiving?
Yes, IHOP locations will be open on Thanksgiving. However, business hours vary by location, so we recommend checking with local restaurants for specific business hours.
Is Waffle House open on Thanksgiving?
Yes, Waffle House locations will be open on Thanksgiving.
Is Krispy Kreme open on Thanksgiving?
Krispy Kreme stores will be open on Thanksgiving and close at 2 p.m. local time, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Whataburger open on Thanksgiving?
Yes, Whataburger locations will be open on Thanksgiving, the company told USA TODAY.
Is Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburger open on Thanksgiving?
No, Freddy’s stores will be closed on Thanksgiving, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is First Watch open on Thanksgiving?
No, First Watch restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving.
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. You can follow him at X @gabehauari Or email Gdhauari@gannett.com.
