Thanksgiving Dinner: Restaurants Open In Central Indiana

ACROSS INDIANA — If you don't want to cook on Thanksgiving or need a meal in between, making lunch and dinner reservations is still an option central Indiana — but the option is quickly fading. While there will be a handful of restaurants open, tables are going fast and you may be looking at a reservation waiting list. If you know of any other restaurants open in addition to the ones listed below, let us know in the comments below the story.

Metro Diner: Open for breakfast, brunch or lunch on Thanksgiving Day until 2 p.m., serving diner favorites such as as Fried Chicken & Waffles, Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Croissant French Toast and the holiday special, Stuffing Waffle with Turkey, a ‘waffle’ made from stuffing topped with mashed potatoes and gravy, roasted turkey and a side of cranberry sauce. The diner's locations will close at 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day so team members can enjoy the holiday with their loved ones. If looking for holiday gifts in addition to a great meal, receive a $10 Bonus Card for every $50 purchased in gift cards. Visit MetroDiner.com to find a diner near you.

Fleming’s: Join Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar to make memories—and enjoy a delicious three-course meal starting at $42—from scratch, according to a release. The Thanksgiving menu features favorites like Lobster Bisque, Mixed Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast, family-style sides like Butter-Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and sweet seasonal desserts like Apple Crisp. The Fleming’s main dining menu will also be available and children can enjoy a three-course menu for $19. By dining at Fleming’s, Guests will help provide over 11,000 meals to families in need in their local communities. Visit FlemingsSteakhouse.com to find a location near you. Thanksgiving hours 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

RELATED:

• GivingTuesday 2018: How To Help Charities In Central Indiana
• Indiana Thanksgiving Travel 2018: Best, Worst Times To Drive
• The Indiana Stores That Will Be Closed On Thanksgiving

If you want a more casual dining experience, check these restaurants. You are encouraged to call ahead and confirm the hours with specific locations, since some may close early on the holiday. Offers.com rounded up a list of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving. (Get Fishers and local news delivered straight to your inbox with the free Fishers Patch daily newsletter and breaking news alerts here and don't forget to 'like' Fishers Patch on Facebook).

Applebee's: Many Applebee's locations will be open on Thanksgiving, and with the restaurant's famous combo deals, you could even save some money. Many locations will be closing early, so check hours in advance.

Bob Evans: Open for dine-in customers on Thanksgiving until 8 p.m.If you'd prefer to eat at home, you can also order several varieties of Bob Evans' Farmhouse Feast for four to 10 people starting at $54.99. Delivery available. Holiday meals to go for four (with options including meat loaf, turkey and dressing, pot roast and more) start at $19.99. Sides and pies also available.

Boston Market: Most locations are open for dine in, but check hours. Boston Market will be serving a plated traditional meal on Thanksgiving Day. Find Thanksgiving menu options online. Boston Market also offers catering and carry-out meal options, including home delivery.

Buca di Beppo: Dine in on Thanksgiving or pre-order a "Thanksgiving to go" for three to five people (available Nov. 21 and 22). You can also order a catered Thanksgiving dinner for 10 to 20 people (available Nov. 12 to 22). Thanksgiving day pickup starts at 10 a.m.

Cracker Barrel: Cracker Barrel offers dine-in and to-go options for its Homestyle Turkey n' Dressing Meal all day on Thanksgiving, as well as a Heat n' Serve holiday family meals. Available for pickup Nov. 17 to 25. Cracker Barrel says the meals are delivered from their oven to your table in less than two hours, but recommends ordering at least 24 hours in advance.

Denny's: Many locations will be open regular hours. Denny's offers plenty of Thanksgiving- and holiday-themed menu items, including a turkey and dressing dinner. Online ordering is also available for to-go Thanksgiving meals that feed four to five people, including carved turkey breast, stuffing, gravy and two sides.

Fogo de Chao: The restaurant offers a Thanksgiving meal in the form of a full Churrasco experience, including roasted turkey breast, homemade cranberry relish, sweet potato casserole and Brazilian sausage and apple dressing. Reservations are available between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. Thanksgiving. Make your reservation here.

Hooters: Most Hooters are open on Thanksgiving, so you can enjoy a meal while watching football at the themed restaurant.

McDonald's: Most McDonald's locations will be open, but check the hours before heading out.

Morton's The Steakhouse: Many locations are open on from 1 to 9 p.m. Thanksgiving, but a reservation is required. The steakhouse offers special cote de boeuf or ribeye plus steak and lobster Oscar options for a limited time on Nov. 22.

Ruth's Chris Steak House: Open 11:45-8 p.m. A traditional Thanksgiving dinner will be on the menu for $40. Includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, three sides and desert.

Starbucks: Most Starbucks locations will remain open on Thanksgiving (although hours may vary) so you can grab a holiday beverage.

TGI Fridays: Most locations will be open Thanksgiving Day, but hours will vary. Fridays offers holiday feasts for two starting at $20.

While you're enjoying your thanksgiving meal and weekend with friends and family, consider donating to those in need this season during GivingTuesday, Nov. 27.

Skip Wood also contributed to this piece.

Image via Shutterstock