These Oswego Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day

OSWEGO, IL — Not everyone wants to cook on Thanksgiving Day. Whether your choice is a traditional holiday meal with gourmet sides and an impressive wine list, a more casual atmosphere with a greater range of menu options, several restaurants in Oswego will be open.

Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly. Among local restaurants taking reservations are:

• Cooper's Hawk in Montgomery and Plainfield
• Yolkville Cafe, 102 Stagecoach Trail in Yorkville
• Ballydoyle, 28 W. New York St. in Aurora
• Hardware, 2000 W. Orchard Road in North Aurora
• The Reserve Steakhouse, 151 N. Joliet St. in Joliet

Craft'd, at 2075 Marketview Drive in Yorkville, is offering Thanksgiving to-go packages that feed four to eight people for $169.

Multiple chain restaurants will also be open. Many fast-food restaurants and coffee shops are also open to serve those on the go. Hours may be limited, so it’s a good idea to call ahead or verify online that your location is open. Some chain eateries open Thanksgiving Day in the Chicagoland area include:

Fine Dining And Upscale Casual Dining

Reservations are recommended or required at the following fine-dining and upscale casual establishments:

Capital Grille: Restaurants will be open; be sure to call ahead to confirm local hours.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar: A prix fixe menu will be available from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fogo de Chão: The Brazilian steakhouse is open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. with a holiday menu that includes new and traditional favorites.

McCormick & Schmick’s: The restaurant is offering a traditional Thanksgiving feast in addition to its regular menu.

Morton’s The Steakhouse: The restaurant is offering a four-course Thanksgiving dinner. Hours may vary by location.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: Most restaurants open early at 11 a.m. with a prix fixe menu, though hours may vary by location.

STK Steakhouse: In addition to its regular menu of award-winning steaks, this restaurant, known for DJs, high-end service and curated experiences, will also offer a special Thanksgiving turkey dinner.

Seasons 52: The traditional Thanksgiving dinner includes all the sides; check for local hours.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Restaurants will be open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and will serve a three-course Thanksgiving meal, in addition to signature menu items.

Casual Dining

Applebee’s: Select restaurants will be open; be sure to call ahead to confirm local hours.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Only select restaurants will be open.

Cracker Barrel: Restaurants will be open regular hours.

Denny’s: Most restaurants will be open, but there may be local exceptions and others operating limited hours.

Golden Corral: Thanksgiving meal specialties are found with the regular fare at the all-you-can-eat breakfast, lunch or dinner buffets. The restaurant also offers full holiday meals to go.

IHOP: Restaurants will be open; however, hours may vary by location.

Maggiano’s Little Italy: The restaurant is offering a three-course Thanksgiving menu; check your local restaurant for hours.

Ruby Tuesday: Restaurants are open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

TGI Fridays: The chain will offer special holiday menu items, though it's best to confirm with your local restaurant for specific hours and offerings

Waffle House: Restaurants will be open 24 hours a day, and Thanksgiving is no exception.

Yard House: Restaurants will be open, but check for local hours.

Fast Food And Coffee

Arby’s: Most stores are open, but may be operating at reduced hours.

Burger King: Hours will vary by location.

Domino’s: Most locations are open for carry-out and delivery.

Dunkin’: Most locations will be open, but hours may vary by location.

McDonald’s: Most restaurants will be open, but hours may vary by location.

Popeye’s: Restaurants will be open, but hours may vary by location.

Starbucks: Store hours will vary by location.

Wendy’s: Hours will vary by location.

White Castle: Restaurants are open all day.

Sources for this report include emails, restaurant websites, USA Today and Cozymeals.com.