20 best fast food restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2024

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20: Applebee's open on Thanksgiving Day

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Applebee's (Image via Getty)

The Thanksgiving celebration includes a gigantic feast, the superhero of which is a turkey. However, those who are not willing to have the bird on the holiday can check out a few fast-food restaurants that will open on that day. One of them is Applebee's. A variety of American dishes are on the menu of Applebee's including chicken, pasta, burgers, salads, and riblets.

19) Firehouse Subs

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Firehouse Subs (Image via Pexels)

Firehouse Subs is another fast food chain that will open on Thanksgiving Day. The restaurant serves special submarine sandwiches and a lot more for guests to cherish. The fast food restaurant was founded in 1994 and since then it has been serving delicious American food to guests. While its outlets will be open, timings according to locations may vary.

18) Arby's

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A hamburger (Image via Pexels)

Arby's, USA's popular fast food chain, is also serving its special meat dishes to customers on Thanksgiving Day. The chain has more than 3,000 outlets across the nation where customers can hog on their roast beef sandwiches. People are fans of their quick service as they do not let them wait for their orders.

17) Dairy Queen

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Dairy Queen (Image via Getty)

Dairy Queen, the fast food chain, will be serving burgers, fries, chicken baskets, cakes, and Blizzard treats on Thanksgiving Day, The restaurant chain has been working since 1940 and customers are fond of the authentic taste they serve. However, the timing of different outlets across the nation may vary and customers are advised to check with their nearby outlet.

16) Burger King

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Burger King (Image via Getty)

Burger King is indeed one of customers' favorite spots for affordable treats. On Thanksgiving Day, patrons can enjoy the chain's special burgers with a variety of sides. Besides turkey, the burgers might be a great way to celebrate with friends. As the chain has several outlets, customers are advised to check their website for timings.

15) Domino's

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Domino's (Image via Getty)

Domino's is one of the most popular pizza chains in the world. It is known for its thin-crust pizzas and a wide variety of toppings for both vegetarians and nonvegetarians. The pizza chain is open on Thanksgiving Day and will be serving its delicious delicacies with sides for customers who wish to celebrate the holiday with them.

14) Denny's

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Denny's (Image via Pexels)

Denny's Corporation has over 1,700 restaurants in various countries. In the US, the dinner-style restaurant chain has a vast menu of American delicacies which keeps on evolving. Patrons enjoy the flavors of their dishes which are available 24/7. While the restaurant is likely to be open on Thanksgiving, customers can check their dine-in hours online.

13) Dunkin'

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Dunkin' (Image via Getty)

Dunkin' is a fast food chain that serves coffee and doughnuts. According to the holiday, they have a variety of items and delicacies to serve. Several outlets of the chain are set to be open for Thanksgiving, but customers are advised to check their nearby store's open hours. They can check the timing on the outlet's application.

12) Jack in the box

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Jack in the box (Image via Getty)

Jack in the Box is also welcoming guests on the holiday of Thanksgiving. They are known for their classics, including their signature burgers such as Jumbo Jack, Buttery Jack, Ultimate Cheeseburger, and their authentic Sourdough Jack. Their sourdough burger has their trademark toasted dough which people are fond of.

11) IHOP

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Pancakes (Image via Pexels)

A delicious breakfast may be the perfect way to begin the holiday season. To ensure that patrons enter Thanksgiving Day with a heavy stomach, IHOP is all set to welcome guests. People travel miles for their buttermilk pancakes. However, before driving for miles, customers are advised to check with their local outlets for timings.

10) McDonald's

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McDonald's (Image via Getty)

McDonald's needs no introductions and it is one of the most popular and loved fast food chains around the world. From their authentic McD burger to desserts, everyone has a favorite at this eatery. The good part is that the chain is open on Thanksgiving and people can enjoy their favorite dishes whether dining in or take-out.

9) Popeyes

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Popeyes (Image via Getty)

Well, Thanksgiving Day is known for enjoying a roasted turkey with loved ones. Therefore, Popeyes is offering a full-sized Cajun turkey for patrons to enjoy a holiday feast at their homes. They can order the meal which includes a precooked turkey. All they need to do is heat the bird once and it is ready to eat.

8) Panera Bread

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Coronado Panera Bread - Source: Getty

Panera Bread offers an exclusive dine-in experience which is often loved by patrons. The restaurant chain offers a plethora of fusion flavors with its pastries and baked goods, such as cookies, bagels, brownies, muffins, croissants, and scones. The chain's outlets will remain open for Thanksgiving. Customers can find out the timings of different locations.

7) Pizza Hut

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Pizza Hut (Image via Getty)

Pizza Hut is also confirmed to stay open and welcome customers on Thanksgiving Day. The pizza chain is known for its pan-style and American pan pizzas. Patrons can either dine-in or order take-outs to celebrate the holiday with their loved ones. As timings can vary from location to location, customers can check their availability on the outlet's app.

6) Ruth's Chris Steak House

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Ruth's Chris Steak House (Image via Getty)

Ruth's Chris Steak House is also open for Thanksgiving but only at selected locations. The steak house is also set to offer a special menu on the holiday, which will include salad or soup, roasted turkey, and sides. They have a variety of side dishes, such as sweet potato casserole, green beans, mashed potatoes, and more.

5) Waffle House

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Waffle House (Image via Getty)

Waffle House is known for being open 24/7. Therefore, the holiday of Thanksgiving is not an exception for the restaurant. The fast food chain can be a perfect spot for enjoying desserts after a heavy holiday meal or breakfast. They offer classic waffles, brownies, and a lot more that are absolutely delicious.

4) Starbucks

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Starbucks (Image via Getty)

The luxury coffee and fast food chain Starbucks is one of the most popular restaurants across the world. Not only do they have a large variety of hot and cold beverages, their menu is filled with savories that offer a fusion of flavors. Some outlets of the coffee company may be open on Thanksgiving Day. However, the locations in stores like Target will remain closed.

3) Subway

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Subway (Image via Getty)

The long sandwiches of Subway make a comfort meal for many. The fast food chain is extremely popular and has been serving sandwiches, salads, and more for decades. Customers enjoy the advantage of customizing these dishes as per their choices and also adding the vegetables of their choice. Thanksgiving might turn out to be a nice day to enjoy these subs.

2) Sonic

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Sonic (Image via Getty)

Sonic is another fast food chain which is serving a wide menu on the occasion of Thanksgiving Day. They have various affordable options which can be enjoyed by a group of friends and family. If patrons are willing to have a rather affordable prepped meal on the holiday, Sonic might be a great place for them.

1) Wendy's

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Wendy's (Image via Getty)

If not turkey, people can opt for other meats, including chicken and beef at Wendy's. The American fast food chain is open on Thanksgiving Day and customers can enjoy their signature hamburgers. What is great about these hamburgers is that customers can choose the bun and toppings of their choice.

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Edited by Zainab Shaikh