Whether you forgot to thaw the turkey or simply don’t feel like preparing a full Thanksgiving spread, you’ve got plenty of options for eating out on Turkey Day. A surprising number of restaurant chains will keep their doors open, offering everything from coffee to comfort food.

In general, restaurants that pride themselves on being “always open” are sticking to that promise for the holiday. Others, however, will close some—or all—of their locations. Because many chains include independently owned franchises, hours can vary from place to place.

Restaurant Chains Closed on Thanksgiving

Most locations for the following chains are expected to close for the holiday, though a few exceptions will remain open:

• Cheesecake Factory — Select locations, including Arundel Mills (Hanover, MD) and The Forum Shops at Caesars (Las Vegas), will be open.

• Chili’s

• Chipotle

• Culver’s

• In-N-Out

• Jersey Mike’s

• KFC

• LongHorn Steakhouse

• Noodles & Company

• Olive Garden

• Outback Steakhouse

• Raising Cane’s

• Red Lobster — Times Square (NYC) will stay open.

• Red Robin

• Taco Bell

• Texas Roadhouse

Restaurant Chains Open on Thanksgiving

If you’re hoping to grab a hot meal—or just a quick coffee—these chains have confirmed that most or all of their locations will be open on Thanksgiving Day:

• Arby’s

• Buca di Beppo

• Burger King

• Cracker Barrel

• Denny’s

• Domino’s

• Dunkin’

• IHOP

• Jack in the Box

• McDonald’s

• Panera

• Pizza Hut

• Starbucks

• Waffle House

• Wendy’s

Before You Head Out…

Holiday hours can vary widely, even within the same chain. Before driving over, it’s a good idea to call ahead or check online to confirm whether your local restaurant is open and if they’re operating on reduced hours.

Local, independently owned eateries may also choose to close or maintain limited service on Thanksgiving, so plan accordingly.

And if all else fails, many convenience stores and gas stations stay open year-round—perfect for a quick snack or last-minute necessity.