Seasonal & Holidays
Manhattan, Area Restaurants Open On Thanksgiving 2023: A List
Several restaurants and fast-food spots are open for the holiday for residents who don't feel like making a Thanksgiving feast at home.
MANHATTAN, IL — Spending hours preparing and cleaning up after a big dinner isn’t for everyone. For those who want to skip the fuss, several restaurants open Thanksgiving Day in the Manhattan area will cook you a savory turkey dinner — or something else entirely.
Restaurants open for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 23, offer a range of dining experiences, from fine dining to fast casual to fast food. In some cases, you’ll need to make a reservation or order by a cutoff, so plan ahead as much as possible.
As always, Patch encourages you to call any restaurant on this list in advance to double-check hours on Thanksgiving Day, as many vary by location. Here are area restaurants that plan to be open:
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- Agave Azul, 330 W. North St, Manhattan
- Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- (815) 418-3200
- Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant, 2307 E Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox
- (815) 320-7500
- Reservations encouraged.
- Pony Express Kitchen, 21950 Howell Dr., New Lenox
- Catering orders only!
- Deadline to order Nov. 20
- (815) 215-8300
- Buca di Beppo, 15350 S 94th Ave., Orland Park
- 708) 349-6262
- Harvest Room, 7164 W. 127th St., Palos Heights
- (708) 671-8905
- Reservations required.
- Jack Gibbons Gardens, 14700 Oak Park Ave., Oak Forest
- (708)687-2331
- The Ashford House, 7959 W 159th St, Tinley Park. (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
- Francesca's Vicinato, 12960 South La Grange Rd., Palos Park (1 to 8 p.m.).
- (708) 671-1600
- Catering deals run between $89.95 and $169.95
- Reservations encouraged.
- Francesca's Fortunato, 40 Kansas St., Frankfort
- (815)464-1890
- Reservations encouraged.
Know of another local or area restaurant open on Thanksgiving? Email lauren.traut@patch.com.
Several national chains are open on Thanksgiving Day, according to lists curated by The Pioneer Woman, Delish, Good Housekeeping and Woman’s Day. The eateries also offer coffee and doughnuts on the go, catering, or pickup and delivery. Hours and services may vary by location, so be sure to call ahead. Options include:
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