These Point Pleasant Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day

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 the Point Pleasant area will be open.

Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly. Some local favorites near Point Pleasant include:

• Jack Baker's Lobster Shanty, 81-83 Channel Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, special menu, noon-8 p.m., reservations required.
• The Ark Pub and Eatery, 201 Sea Ave., Route 35 North, Point Pleasant Beach, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
• The Wharfside, 101 Channel Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
• The Hickory Hog, 2310 Bridge Ave., Point Pleasant, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
• The Shrimp Box, 75 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, noon-9:30 p.m.
• Scarborough Fair, 1414 Meetinghouse Road, Sea Girt
• Houlihan's, Route 70, Brick
• Flames Brazilian Steakhouse, 1000 Main St., Belmar

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 Point Pleasant area include:

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.

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

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

Fast Food And Coffee

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.