Is Chili’s Open on Thanksgiving 2026?
Thanksgiving 2026 falls on Thursday, November 26. Most Chili’s restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving Day so staff can spend the holiday with their families, although a small number of franchise, airport or travel-plaza locations may open with reduced hours. Chili’s is normally open on the day before Thanksgiving and on Black Friday. Here is what to expect and how to check your local restaurant.
Chili’s Thanksgiving Week Hours 2026
| Day | Date | Typical Status |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday (day before) | Nov 25 | Open, regular hours; can be busy |
| Thanksgiving Day | Nov 26 | Closed at most locations |
| Black Friday | Nov 27 | Open, regular hours |
| Saturday | Nov 28 | Open, regular hours |
| Sunday | Nov 29 | Open, regular hours |
How to Check If Your Chili’s Is Open
- Open the Chili’s app or website and check your restaurant’s holiday hours.
- Look at the restaurant’s Google Maps listing — holiday hours are often updated there.
- Call the restaurant a few days before the holiday.
- Airport and highway locations are the most likely to open, often on shorter hours.
Normal opening times are covered in our Chili’s hours guide.
Planning a Thanksgiving Meal With Chili’s
If your local the chain is closed on the day, you can still get Chili’s food for the long weekend:
- Order party platters on Wednesday for a relaxed Friday get-together.
- Pick up a family order of fajitas or ribs for leftovers-free Friday.
- Use Black Friday for a cheap lunch with 3 For Me from $10.99 while shopping.
Black Friday
It is usually open regular hours on Black Friday, and it is a popular stop for shoppers. Lunch time near malls can be very busy, so join the online waitlist in the app before you arrive. Around the holidays the chain often runs gift card promotions, which are worth checking if you buy gift cards as presents.
Thanksgiving Weekend Planning Tips
- Wednesday night: one of the busiest restaurant nights of the year — join the waitlist early.
- Thursday: most Chili’s are closed, so plan meals in advance.
- Black Friday lunch: expect crowds near shopping centres; order ahead in the app.
- Weekend: party platters are handy for leftover-free family meals.
Alternatives if Your Chili’s Is Closed
If your nearest Chili’s is closed on Thanksgiving Day, you can order food on Wednesday and reheat it on Thursday. Ribs, fajitas and quesadillas reheat well in the oven. For larger groups, a couple of party platters picked up the day before can feed a family without cooking.
Holiday Gift Cards
Many people buy Chili’s gift cards around Thanksgiving and Black Friday as presents. Chili’s has often run bonus gift card promotions during the holiday season, giving extra value when you buy a certain amount. Check the Chili’s website for the current offer and its terms.
For official nutrition and allergen information, see the Chili’s nutrition guide.
FAQs About Is Chili’s Open On Thanksgiving
Is Chili’s open on Thanksgiving Day 2026?
Most restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. A few franchise or airport locations may open — check your local restaurant.
Is Chili’s open the day before Thanksgiving?
Yes, it is usually open regular hours on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
Is Chili’s open on Black Friday?
Yes, it is normally open regular hours on Black Friday.
Does Chili’s serve a Thanksgiving turkey meal?
No. The chain does not offer a special turkey dinner; its regular menu is served on days it is open.
Can I order Chili’s online on Thanksgiving?
Only if your local restaurant is open. Most are closed, so online ordering will not be available for them.
Is Chili’s open late the night before Thanksgiving?
Most locations keep normal hours on Wednesday, but some may close a little early.
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