Restaurants That Will be Open on Thanksgiving

Lets address the elephant in the room, most people do not go out to eat at a restaurant on Thanksgiving day. However, it is a thing. If you're planning on dining out you might want to call ahead. Keep in mind that some of these chains will only be open on a regional basis. Others may be closed depending on the franchisee.

Here they are according to Insider -

Applebee's - Multiple locations in Rockford
Bahama Breeze - Closest location is Schaumburg, IL.
Bob Evan's - Closest location is Joliet, IL.
Boston Market - Closest location is Elgin, IL.
Cracker Barrel - Located in Rockford
Denny's - Located in Rockford
Hooter's - Located in Rockford... because nothing says Thanksgiving like a Hooters trip
McDonald's - Multiple locations in Rockford
Starbucks - Multiple locations in Rockford... Because you need Starbucks everyday of the year.
TGI Friday's - Located in Rockford