Restaurants & Bars
These Rhode Island Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day
Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly.

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 Rhode Island will be open.
Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly. Some local favorites in Rhode Island include:
- Circe, 1646 Division Road, East Greenwich
- Sarto, 86 Dorrance St., Providence
- The Grill at Forty 1 North, 351 Thames St., Newport
- The Bistro at Ocean House, 38-44 Bay Street Watch Hill
- Boon Street Market, 145 Boon St., Narragansett
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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 Rhode Island include:
Fine Dining And Upscale Casual Dining
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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.
Chart House: Diners choose from a specially crafted three-course menu or a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.
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.
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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.
IHOP: Restaurants will be open; however, hours may vary by location.
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.
Sonic: Most restaurants will be open, but some may operate for limited hours.
Starbucks: Store hours will vary by location.
Wendy’s: Hours will vary by location.
Sources for this report include emails, restaurant websites, USA Today and Cozymeals.com.
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