Thanksgiving Dining In Massachusetts Offers Lots Of Options
Cooking on Thanksgiving is overrated.
Think about it: hours of chopping, roasting, and stressing over whether the turkey is too dry. Then there’s the mountain of dishes waiting to crush your holiday spirit.
Why not skip the chaos and head to a restaurant instead?
Dining out on Thanksgiving is all about enjoying the day. You get to dress up (or not), sit down, and let someone else do the heavy lifting. No frantic trips to the store for forgotten cranberry sauce. No peeling potatoes until your hands cramp. Just good food brought right to your table.
Restaurants also give you options. Want steak instead of turkey? Craving seafood? They’ve got you covered. Plus, many spots serve full-course meals that feel extra special, without you lifting a finger.
Best of all, eating out means more time for the fun stuff. Watch the parade. Catch the game. Relax with your favorite people. You won’t be stuck in the kitchen, missing the moments that make the holiday special.
Not in the mood for turkey prep or dish duty this Thanksgiving? You’re not alone. Plenty of Massachusetts restaurants will do the cooking for you on November 28. Whether you’re after a fancy feast or a quick bite, options abound.
What restaurants are open on Thanksgiving in Massachusetts?
Here’s a roundup of spots to consider, from casual chains to upscale dining. Just remember: call ahead to confirm hours since they can vary by location.
Casual Comfort
- Applebee’s: Some locations will be open. Call to check.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Wings for Thanksgiving? Why not. Hours vary.
- Denny’s: Regular hours mean you can grab pancakes alongside your turkey.
- Subway: Craving a sub instead of stuffing? Some locations will be open.
- Taco Bell: Tacos as turkey? Sure thing, at select spots.
- Wendy’s: Open as usual at most locations.
Fine Dining Feels
- Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse: Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. for a luxe steak or turkey experience.
- McCormick & Schmick’s: Traditional turkey dinner plus regular menu items. Pre-orders available.
- Morton’s the Steakhouse: Four-course Thanksgiving meals for dine-in, or take it to-go.
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Extended hours with a special menu. Reservations are a must.
- Seasons 52: Offers a classic Thanksgiving meal for dine-in or pre-order.
Feast with Flair
- Cracker Barrel: Starts serving a Thanksgiving menu at 11 a.m. Takeaway options, too.
- Fogo de Chão: Enjoy a Brazilian-inspired Thanksgiving from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Red Lobster: If seafood’s your tradition, call ahead for hours.
Quick and Easy
- Domino’s Pizza: Some locations might be open.
- Burger King, Sonic, and Steak ’N Shake: Hours vary, so call before heading out.
Skip the kitchen chaos. With these dining options, all you need is an appetite.
