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Oak Forest, 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.

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OAK FOREST, IL — For people who don’t want to spend hours or even days cooking and cleaning up from a big turkey dinner, several restaurants in Oak Forest or nearby are open Thanksgiving Day.

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, so plan 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 the local restaurants that plan to be open:

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  • Vinny's Clam Bar, 18201 South Harlem Ave., Tinley Park
    • (708) 680-4200
    • Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant, 15690 S Harlem Ave., Orland Park
      • (708) 633-0200
      • Three-course meal. Adult $34.99; Kids (12 & Under) $14.99
      • Reservations encouraged.
    • Buca di Beppo, 15350 S 94th Ave., Orland Park
    • 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
      • Reservations encouraged, not required. Required for parties more 6 and more.
      • Last seating at 2:30 p.m.
      • (708) 633-7600
    • Francesca's Vicinato, 12960 South La Grange Rd., Palos Park
      • Buffet all day. $49.95 per adult, $14.95 children under 12.
      • Reservations encouraged.
      • (708)671-1600
    • Francesca's Fortunato, 40 Kansas St., Frankfort
      • Buffet all day. $49.95 per adult, $14.95 children under 12.
      • (815)464-1890
      • Reservations encouraged.
    • Red Lobster, 14750 S LaGrange Rd., Orland Park
      • (708) 460-3313

    Know of another local or area restaurant open on Thanksgiving? Email lauren.traut@patch.com.

    According to lists curated by The Pioneer Woman, delish and Good Housekeeping, national chains that will open Thanksgiving Day include the following in and around YOURPATCH:

    Options include:

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    Hours and services may vary by location, so be sure to call ahead.

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