The Brief
- Thanksgiving is on Nov. 27 and for those who don’t plan to cook this holiday, there are plenty of restaurants that will be open.
- Here’s a look at what restaurants will be open and closed Thanksgiving Day.
- Hours may vary by location, so customers are encouraged to call restaurants to verify availability.
Thanksgiving is on Nov. 27 and while many people stay home and cook up a feast for the family, others may decide to save the time cooking and washing dishes and instead head out to eat.
For those who opt for the latter, here are the restaurants that will be open and closed on Thanksgiving Day:
Local Austin-area restaurants open for Thanksgiving
Ruby Hotel & Bar in Round Rock
Open normal hours on Thanksgiving Day (8:00 am-10:00 pm)—and yes, happy hour will be served just like any other Thursday from 4-6pm.
Thanksgiving Day at Pins Mechanical
Pins Austin will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 5 p.m. to midnight, inviting guests to enjoy NFL Game Day on the big screens and signature cocktails at the bar. Guests are encouraged to bring their own meals and snacks as Pins is BYOF (bring your own food). The fun continues through the weekend, with doors opening early at noon on Black Friday and a special Small Business Saturday Austin Flea Market Pop-Up on November 29 from 12–6 p.m. in partnership with The Austin Flea. The event will feature over a dozen local vendors, makers, and artists, giving guests a chance to shop small, support Austin’s creative community, and enjoy a day of bowling, bites, and drinks.
Thanksgiving Day at Soupleaf Hot Pot
Soupleaf is a locally and family owned hot pot restaurant in north central Austin. Soupleaf will be open 11am to 10pm on Thanksgiving Day and is accepting reservations as well as walk-ins. Reservations are highly recommended, reserve your table here.
Thanksgiving Day at Yamas
Gather around the table with your family at Yamas, a locally and family-run Greek restaurant in central Austin. Enjoy a specially crafted prix fixe dinner inspired by Greek flavors and holiday classics, featuring Homemade Cornbread, Greek Salad, Turkey with Herb Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes with Turkey Gravy, Garlic Parmesan Carrots, and Pumpkin Pie. Yamas will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 12pm to 9pm, serving their regular menu as well as their Thanksgiving prix fixe menu. Reservations are required. Make your reservation on OpenTable.
Corinne
Reservations | Imagery (credit: Get Noticed Creative)
Join Corinne for a family-style Thanksgiving feast ($65 per person) served during lunch and dinner. From roasted turkey and seasonal sides to house-made desserts, it’s everything guests love about Thanksgiving, without the stress of cooking.
Dean’s Italian Steakhouse
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