What's Open on Thanksgiving

by Ava Johnson
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. But what if you're not the one cooking this year? Or what if you're craving something other than turkey and stuffing?
I feel your pain. I'm not a huge fan of turkey, and I'm always happy to have an excuse to eat out. So I did some research and compiled a list of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day.
Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving
* Bob Evans: Open 11am-8pm. Serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings, plus a variety of other menu items.
* Denny's: Open 24 hours. Serving a special Thanksgiving menu with turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, and cranberry sauce.
* IHOP: Open 24 hours. Serving a variety of Thanksgiving-inspired pancakes and omelets, as well as their regular menu items.
* Cracker Barrel: Open 6am-10pm. Serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, and gravy.
* Golden Corral: Open 11am-8pm. Serving a buffet with a variety of Thanksgiving-inspired dishes, plus a variety of other menu items.
* Texas Roadhouse: Open 11am-10pm. Serving a special Thanksgiving menu with turkey, ham, and prime rib, plus a variety of other menu items.
* Olive Garden: Open 11am-9pm. Serving a special Thanksgiving menu with turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, and cranberry sauce.
* Cheesecake Factory: Open 11am-8pm. Serving a special Thanksgiving menu with turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, and stuffing.
Tips for Dining Out on Thanksgiving
* Make reservations in advance. Thanksgiving is a popular time to eat out, so it's important to make reservations as early as possible.
* Be prepared for crowds. Restaurants will be busy on Thanksgiving, so be prepared to wait for a table or to have to share a table with other diners.
* Consider ordering takeout. If you don't want to deal with the crowds, consider ordering takeout from one of the restaurants on this list.
* Bring your own leftovers. If you're planning on having leftovers, bring your own containers to take home the food.
* Be patient. The staff at restaurants will be working hard on Thanksgiving, so be patient if you have to wait for your food or if the service is not as attentive as you'd like.
I hope this list helps you find a place to eat on Thanksgiving Day. Happy Thanksgiving!