Hosting Thanksgiving at home is a lot of fun, but let's face it—it's also a lot of work. Gathering the crew at a restaurant instead allows everyone to be together on Thanksgiving without all the hassle of cooking and cleaning. Luckily, there are plenty of restaurants open on Thanksgiving in DC and its surrounding areas where you can do just that.

Here are 17 restaurants open on Thanksgiving in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia in 2023. Not only are they all kid-friendly, but many even offer special pricing for kids ages 12 and under. If you see something you like, make a reservation ASAP, as spots fill up quickly.

Wherever you choose to gather this Thanksgiving, bring some laughter to the table with our list of 25 Thanksgiving jokes for kids. For even more Thanksgiving fun, try one of our 50 Thanksgiving crafts, games, and activities for kids and families.

Don't feel like cooking? Check out our list of kid-friendly restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Chicago.

If spending days and hours in the kitchen preparing for Thanksgiving isn’t your thing, there are plenty of kid-friendly restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Chicago where you can dine-in or order a take-home meal. From traditional Thanksgiving menus to family-style brunch and more, we’ve rounded up some of the best restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Chicago. These Chicago restaurants are also kid-friendly with special kid's menus and pricing for all your little turkeys.

For year-round dining, check out our Kid-Friendly Chicago Restaurants Guide.

Has your family decided to go easy this year and find a restaurant open on Thanksgiving 2023? This tasty food-centric holiday will bring families together again as everyone is looking forward to relaxing with some good food and stimulating conversation. We don't blame you if you aren't looking forward to actually cooking that meal so there are many restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Connecticut serving up delicious and creative, inspired holiday meals. Many of these restaurants are open on Thanksgiving and offer special pricing for kids.

Mommy Poppins recommends making reservations ASAP, as seating can fill up very quickly. And if you're looking for a few extra laughs over the long Thanksgiving weekend, check out 25 Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids They'll Gobble Up.  And have fun throughout the season with 50 Thanksgiving Crafts, Games, and Activities for Kids and Families.

The city's restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2023 in Boston make for a wonderful holiday. Thanksgiving is all about food and family, two of our favorite things. And while we love cooking a big meal, we also love when someone else does it for us … especially the clean-up! Going out to eat on Thanksgiving is actually pretty traditional for city families, and we're seeing this trend reach into the suburbs. With a little help from some of Boston’s best restaurants, you can have a holiday that’s delicious, relaxing, and memorable. 

We rounded up our favorite restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Boston. These local spots are serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal or something a little more innovative. We also have those that are offering Thanksgiving takeout. If you do any cooking, see our First Thanksgiving Recipes That Kids Can Help Prepare. For holiday fun wherever you go, check out 25 Thanksgiving Jokes for Kids They'll Gobble Up.

Don't feel like cooking this Thanksgiving 2023? We have a list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Houston.

Whether you're overwhelmed with the thought of hosting a large group, facing a variety of dietary restrictions or preferences, or just want to try something different this year, there are plenty of restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Houston ready to take the stress out of the holiday for you. Of course, before you venture out, call to check the holiday hours. Many also offer curbside pick-up and/or delivery, if you would like ready-prepared food in the comfort of your own home.

For more restaurants to enjoy all year long, check out our list of the Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Houston or our Guide to Kid-Friendly Restaurants.

Here's something to be thankful for: These restaurants open on Thanksgiving in New Jersey allow you to take the holiday off from meal prep. We've even found a few restaurants offering delicious takeout meals you can just heat and eat at home on Thanksgiving Day. Having someone else cook means you can sit back and enjoy the party—and save your kitchen from a mess.

Here are 19 restaurants open on Thanksgiving in New Jersey, so you can enjoy a holiday feast without the fuss. Call ahead for a reservation or to pre-order a fully-cooked dinner, and then try out one of these Thanksgiving crafts or check out plenty of other ways to use your extra time in our Fall Fun Guide for New Jersey Kids. Happy Turkey Day!

These restaurants open on Thanksgiving in NYC let New Yorkers of small-space kitchens who prefer rapid-fire takeout options let someone else handle cooking our Thanksgiving feast. Our picks for restaurants open on Thanksgiving include family-friendly spots in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island sure to make this Thanksgiving—which falls on Thursday, November 23, 2023—as easy and delicious as possible. Be sure to book your reservations soon.

Now, instead of deep-cleaning your apartment to host those far-flung relatives (and their expectations), you can spend Thanksgiving morning at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. What's more NYC than that?

Be sure to bookmark our Guide to Thanksgiving in NYC for more family-friendly holiday happenings. If you're visiting NYC this Thanksgiving and still looking for a place to stay, check out these family-friendly NYC hotels, or these Midtown hotels with views of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

These Long Island restaurants open on Thanksgiving take the meal prep out of the holiday. Instead of sliding an extra leaf into the dining room table, why not start your planning now and book a reservation. Then, sit back, relax, and relish the fact that someone else is basting the turkey and scrubbing the pots. Your only concern is keeping the kids engaged and enjoying a lively conversation.

If you've got picky eaters, or aren't a fan of turkey, many of these Long Island restaurants open on Thanksgiving also offer their regular menu items on Thanksgiving Day. Just be sure to call ahead for reservations.

For fabulous feasting with your little ones any day of year, check out our Long Island Kid-Friendly Restaurant Guide and have a Happy Thanksgiving. We're grateful you're here.