WI Restaurants Open On Thanksgiving Day

WISCONSIN — For people who don’t want the hassle of cooking or cleaning up after a big turkey dinner, several restaurants in Wisconsin are open on Thanksgiving Day, which is on Nov. 28 this year.

National chain restaurants with a presence in Wisconsin will be open on Thanksgiving Day, according to lists curated by delish, Good Housekeeping and USA Today. They 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 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.

Applebee’s: Hours and participation varies by location.

Black Angus Steakhouse: Restaurants will be open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. with a limited menu that includes a turkey dinner.

Bob Evans: Most stores will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Bravo! Italian Kitchen: Restaurants are open regular hours and will serve a traditional Thanksgiving dinner along with an ala carte menu with Italian favorites. Order-ahead options are also available.

Brio Italian Grille: Restaurants will be open from 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Hours may vary by location.

Burger King: Hours may vary by location.

Chart House: Three-course meal options on the restaurant’s Thanksgiving menu include a turkey dinner with mashed potatoes, stuffing and all the trimmings. Order-ahead options are available.

Cracker Barrel: The restaurant will be open during normal hours, with a limited Thanksgiving menu starting at 11 a.m. Order-ahead options are available.

Del Frisco’s Grille: Most locations will be open from 12 p.m.-9 p.m. In the past, the restaurant has offered a three-course turkey dinner. Order-ahead options are available.

Domino’s Pizza: Stores aren’t required to, but some individual locations may choose to be open on Thanksgiving.

Denny’s: The restaurant will be open during regular hours.

Eddie V’s: The prime seafood restaurant will be open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. In the past, the restaurant has had a special Thanksgiving menu with turkey and pumpkin pie.

Firehouse Subs: Hours may vary by location.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar: Restaurants are open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fogo de Chão: Restaurants will be open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Golden Corral: The buffet will offer all-you-can-eat fresh carved turkey and other Thanksgiving fare.

Hooters: Hours may vary by location.

IHOP: Hours may vary by location.

Maggiano’s Little Italy: The restaurant will be open during regular hours for dine-in and carryout, but also offers catering options.

McCormick and Schmick’s: In addition to its regular dinner menu, the restaurant will offer a traditional turkey dinner. Order-ahead options are available.

McDonald’s: Hours may vary by location.

Morton’s the Steakhouse: The restaurant is offering a four-course Thanksgiving meal for dine-in guests, as well as order-ahead and catering options.

Popeyes: Hours may vary by location.

Red Lobster: Hours may vary by location.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Reservations are strongly encouraged as the restaurant observes extended hours on Thanksgiving. Guests can choose a multi-course Thanksgiving dinner or order from the steak menu. A complete Thanksgiving meal or sides can be pre-ordered.

Seasons 52: The restaurant will be open regular hours and offers a traditional Thanksgiving meal for dine-in or pre-order.

Sizzler: Most locations will be open and will serve a traditional turkey dinner.

Sonic: Many, but not all, locations will be open.

Steak ’N Shake: Stores are open regular hours.

STK Steakhouse: The special Thanksgiving dine-in menu showcases seasonal flavors, including turkey alongside signature steaks, sides and desserts. Pre-order take-out options are available.

Subway: The chain’s locations are individually owned, so you’ll need to call ahead.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Restaurants will be open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m., and will serve a traditional three-course Thanksgiving dinner as well as its signature items. Pre-order options are available.

Taco Bell: Hours may vary by location.

TGI Fridays: Hours may vary by location.

Waffle House: Restaurants are open regular hours, as they are every other day of the year.

Wendy’s: Most locations are open regular hours.

Whataburger: Most locations are open regular hours.

White Castle: Stores will be open until 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.