{"id":399791,"date":"2025-11-23T20:06:13","date_gmt":"2025-11-23T20:06:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/399791\/"},"modified":"2025-11-23T20:06:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T20:06:13","slug":"see-which-phoenix-area-restaurants-are-open-on-thanksgiving-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/399791\/","title":{"rendered":"See which Phoenix-area restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\"><b>PHOENIX (AZFamily)<\/b> \u2014 As Thanksgiving approaches and many people prepare for a great feast, some Valley restaurants are inviting people to come dine-in instead. <\/p>\n<p>Applebee\u2019s<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Select Applebee\u2019s restaurants will host a Thanksgiving Day meal this year. In years past, it has featured turkey breast, mashed potatoes, gravy and garlicky green beans, in addition to usual menu items. <a href=\"https:\/\/restaurants.applebees.com\/en-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/restaurants.applebees.com\/en-us\/\">Check your local restaurant\u2019s hours.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>BRIO Italian Kitchen<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">The restaurant is serving up a three-course Thanksgiving meal, featuring salad, turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. If you\u2019re not in the mood for Thanksgiving foods, choose from Italian favorites instead. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Guests are encouraged to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brioitalian.com\/reservations\/#content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.brioitalian.com\/reservations\/#content\">make a reservation<\/a> if they plan to dine in on Thanksgiving Day or preorder a feast to go for pickup. There is one restaurant location in Gilbert. <\/p>\n<p>Buca di Beppo<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Feed your family with some <a href=\"https:\/\/dineatbuca.com\/thanksgiving-dinners-to-go\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/dineatbuca.com\/thanksgiving-dinners-to-go\/\">great Thanksgiving deals<\/a> at Buca di Beppo! The feast includes sliced white meat turkey, homestyle gravy, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, seasonal vegetables, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. Feed your family of 3-4 for $105 or family of 5-6 for $160. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">The meal will be available for pickup or delivery between Nov. 24 and Nov. 27. Thanksgiving Day pickup hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. <\/p>\n<p>The Capital Grille<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Head to the Capital Grille in Phoenix and Scottsdale for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecapitalgrille.com\/events\/thanksgiving-dinner-menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.thecapitalgrille.com\/events\/thanksgiving-dinner-menu\">delicious holiday meal!<\/a> Guests can chow down on slow-roasted turkey with brioche stuffing, French green beans, cranberry-pear chutney and mashed potatoes or pecan-crusted sweet potatoes. Each meal serves about four people, and the window to order closes on Nov. 25. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Pick-up is scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday, November 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. <\/p>\n<p>Cracker Barrel<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">The famous Southern chain is open during regular business hours on Thanksgiving and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crackerbarrel.com\/menu\/thanksgiving-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.crackerbarrel.com\/menu\/thanksgiving-day\">offering a holiday feast<\/a> of turkey, dressing and pumpkin pie. Thanksgiving meals-to-go and a Heat n\u2019 Serve Family dinner and feast are available for pre-order with pick up between Nov. 22 and Nov. 30. Guests should note that delivery will be unavailable on Thanksgiving Day. <\/p>\n<p>Denny\u2019s<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Guests can pre-order the Holiday Turkey Bundle <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dennys.com\/menu\/holiday-bundle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.dennys.com\/menu\/holiday-bundle\">online at Dennys.com.<\/a> The bundle includes all the classic Thanksgiving favorites, like carved turkey breast, savory bread stuffing, red-skinned mashed potatoes, turkey gravy and cranberry sauce. Guests can also choose a second side of herb-glazed corn, fresh broccoli or mac and cheese.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Bundles are prepared in advance and come with instructions on how to heat at home.<\/p>\n<p>Dunkin\u2019 <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Grab a dozen donuts or some coffee as you prepare for the big meal. Dunkin\u2019 will be open on Thanksgiving Day, but customers should check with their local store or the app to check specific times.<\/p>\n<p>Eddie V\u2019s<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">The Scottsdale seafood spot is offering a delicious Thanksgiving meal for guests. The dinner includes slow-roaster turkey, French green beans with sun-dried tomatoes, brioche sage stuffing, pan gravy with Mirepoix Brunoise, cranberry chutney, homemade mashed potatoes and bread. Don\u2019t forget dessert \u2014 a pumpkin pie tartlet with pecan ice cream. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eddiev.com\/events\/thanksgiving-dinner-menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.eddiev.com\/events\/thanksgiving-dinner-menu\">Reserve your table today.<\/a> The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. <\/p>\n<p>Fleming\u2019s Prime Steakhouse &amp; Wine Bar <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">On Thanksgiving Day, Fleming\u2019s will be serving up a two-course menu, with your choice of filet mignon, bone-in ribeye or traditional herb-roasted turkey breast. Pair your entr\u00e9e with sides such as mashed potatoes, green beans with apricots and onions, and cinnamon orange cranberry sauce. The deal starts at $59 per person. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Fleming\u2019s opens at 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. A children\u2019s three-course menu will also be available starting at $22. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flemingssteakhouse.com\/promotions\/thanksgiving?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=paid-pmax&amp;utm_campaign=28.356.3_fsh_goog_branding-pmax_tier-l&amp;utm_content=est&amp;utm_term=pmax_branding_tier-l&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23071319029&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADf59aecmlEw0qqePlxX6d3TrrIhT&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA_orJBhBNEiwABkdmjIB7i4linBN37Zg6LTLcQRatLU_aXKKjEmUMJwXb0yRgZS5d868oxxoCfNcQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.flemingssteakhouse.com\/promotions\/thanksgiving?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=paid-pmax&amp;utm_campaign=28.356.3_fsh_goog_branding-pmax_tier-l&amp;utm_content=est&amp;utm_term=pmax_branding_tier-l&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23071319029&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADf59aecmlEw0qqePlxX6d3TrrIhT&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA_orJBhBNEiwABkdmjIB7i4linBN37Zg6LTLcQRatLU_aXKKjEmUMJwXb0yRgZS5d868oxxoCfNcQAvD_BwE\">Reserve your table today.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Golden Corral<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The buffet chain is offering a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goldencorral.com\/promotion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.goldencorral.com\/promotion\/\">special Thanksgiving buffet<\/a> featuring roasted turkey, a holiday-glazed ham, traditional sides, and delicious desserts. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Most locations will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., but some may have extended hours. You can also order Thanksgiving Holiday Meals to Go, but orders must be placed at least 72 hours in advance. Each to-go meal feeds 6-8 people. <\/p>\n<p>IHOP<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Most IHOP restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day. Enjoy a sweet breakfast all day or your regular menu favorites. Check your nearby locations for hours. <\/p>\n<p>Kona Grill <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">This Thanksgiving, the grill is hosting a feast filled with macadamia nut turkey or traditional roasted turkey, sides and finished off with seasonal cocktails like the pumpkin spice margarita and pumpkin mocha martini. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Thanksgiving takeout is also available to order, and pick-ups are available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. If you choose to dine-in, <a href=\"https:\/\/konagrill.com\/happenings\/kona-grill-thanksgiving-pre-order-holiday-turkey-dinner-to-go\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/konagrill.com\/happenings\/kona-grill-thanksgiving-pre-order-holiday-turkey-dinner-to-go\/\">reservations are encouraged.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Krispy Kreme<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Shops will be open on Thanksgiving Day, but will close early at 2 p.m. Be sure to try the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.krispykreme.com\/promos\/thanksgiving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.krispykreme.com\/promos\/thanksgiving\">limited Thanksgiving flavors<\/a> while you can, like chocolate fudge brownie, New York cheesecake, cinnamon apple, maple iced and Biscoff cookie butter. <\/p>\n<p>Maggiano\u2019s Little Italy<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">The Scottsdale spot will offer a traditional Thanksgiving menu, including two entrees, two pastas, two sides, and two desserts. Make your reservation early to save your spot.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggianos.com\/thanksgiving2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.maggianos.com\/thanksgiving2025\/\">A carryout option <\/a>is also available for up to five people, and orders must be placed 24 hours before pick-up. Cold-prepared meals are $210 and can be picked up on Wednesday, November 26, and hot-prepared meals, priced at $220, can be picked up on Thanksgiving Day.<\/p>\n<p>McDonald\u2019s<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Swing by any McDonald\u2019s for a pre-Thanksgiving meal of burgers and fries. Check your local store for exact hours, as some franchises may be closed.<\/p>\n<p>Morton\u2019s Steakhouse<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Head over to Morton\u2019s Steakhouse for a four-course feast this Thanksgiving Day. Guests can dine on butternut squash bisque, salad, roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce and finish the meal with pecan streusel cheesecake. The cost is $69 per person, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mortons.com\/event\/thanksgiving\/#menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.mortons.com\/event\/thanksgiving\/#menu\">reservations are highly recommended.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Popeye\u2019s<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The famous fast food chain is bringing back its <a href=\"https:\/\/turkeys.popeyes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/turkeys.popeyes.com\/\">Cajun-style turkey<\/a> this year! The pre-cooked turkey ships right to your door in 2-5 days for $99.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Select Popeye\u2019s locations will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Call your local restaurant for details. <\/p>\n<p>Starbucks<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Many locations will be open, but expect some to close early. Starbucks locations that are inside Target stores will be closed, since Target is closed on Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n<p>STK Steakhouse<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The fine-dining Scottsdale spot is inviting guests to a Thanksgiving feast featuring turkey, cornbread and sage stuffing, shallot and thyme confit thighs, saut\u00e9ed green beans, maple-baked sweet potato, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, and cranberry orange chutney.<\/p>\n<p>Waffle House<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Waffle House is open 24 hours a day, year-round. Grab your favorite breakfast eats before the big meal. <\/p>\n<p>Wendy\u2019s<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The fast food joint will be open for regular hours on Thanksgiving Day, so snag a snack before the big meal or grab a Frosty. <\/p>\n<p>Whataburger<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">If you are tired of turkey and mashed potatoes, head to Whataburger for burgers, chicken sandwiches and fries. Whataburger will be open on Thanksgiving Day. <\/p>\n<p>White Castle<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | text-start article-text\">Grab some tasty sliders and fries as a pre-meal snack. Most stores will be open through 3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. 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