What Restaurants Are Open on the Fourth of July?

Keep reading for all the deets on the restaurants open on the Fourth of July 2024.

The Fourth of July is just a few days away—and if you don’t know what you’ll be eating yet, we’ve not only got you covered with a plethora of fantastic top-rated recipes. But what if you don't feel like cooking? We also have all the details about which restaurants will be open on the holiday. Whether you’re barbecue plans aren’t until the weekend or you simply aren’t interested in cooking a large feast, keep reading for a list of the restaurants that are open for business on the Fourth of July.

It’s important to note that the Fourth of July is a federal holiday, so some restaurants will be closed. If you’re curious on whether or not a local establishment is open, be sure to call them for hours of operation.

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Restaurants Open on the Fourth of July 2024

• Applebee’s: If you want the cookout vibes without needing to cook, Applebee’s will be open on the Fourth of July.

• Bahama Breeze: Folks can enjoy Bahama Breeze’s Caribbean-inspired drinks, seafood, and mains all day long on the holiday. As for customers that don’t want to eat-in, they can purchase a family-style bundle and choose between four entrees.

• Bob Evans: Between breakfast spreads and country-fried steaks, customers can enjoy all of their Bob Evans’ classics, as the chain is open during its regular hours on the Fourth of July.

• Buffalo Wild Wings: Wings are a barbecue must-have for me. Fortunately, Buffalo Wild Wings will be open.

• Burger King: Customers can get char-grilled burgers at Burger King on the holiday, which is great if you don’t want to turn the grill on.

• Chili’s: If you want baby back ribs—but without the grocery shopping and grilling—Chili’s locations will be operating under regular hours on the holiday.

• Chipotle: Craving a burrito on the holiday? Chipotle will be open during normal business hours.

• Chick-fil-A: You might be wondering if Chick-fil-A is open on the Fourth of July because the fast food chain is famously closed on Sundays. It is! You can get your Chick-fil-A fix on the holiday this year.

• Cracker Barrel: Get the taste of a comforting meal without all of the heavy lifting at any Cracker Barrel location, as they’re operating under regular hours on Independence Day.

• Cold Stone Creamery: Ice cream is a summer barbecue must—and a great way to celebrate the holiday. All Cold Stone Creamery locations will be open on the Fourth for ice cream cones, milkshakes, and more.

• Dairy Queen: Dairy Queen will be open under regular operating hours on the holiday, which means patrons can enjoy barbecue classics like burgers (as well as the restaurant’s famous ice cream blizzards).

• Denny's: The diner’s slogan is “always open,” so you can bet that all locations will be open on Independence Day.

• Dunkin’: For many, caffeine is a must to get the day started—especially if you’re cooking all day long. Getting that coffee-fix won’t be a problem, as Dunkin’ Donuts locations will be open on the Fourth of July under normal business hours.

• Golden Corral: For those that want a bit of everything this Independence Day, Golden Corral buffet locations will be open on the holiday.

• IHOP: The pancake chain will be open on the Fourth of July for both dine-in and takeout.

• Jack in the Box: Patrons can get cheeseburgers, mini tacos, and more all day long at Jack in the Box locations across the country.

• McDonald’s: All locations will be open on Independence Day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

• Olive Garden: The Italian chain will be open for pasta or endless soup, salad, and breadsticks on the Fourth of July.

• Pizza Hut: Whether you want pizza for yourself or need something quick to bring to your potluck, Pizza Hut will have normal operating hours on the Fourth.

• Popeyes: The Cajun-inspired fast food restaurant will be open under normal business hours on Independence Day, which means customers can celebrate the holiday southern-style with biscuits and gravy.

• Ruby Tuesday: Most locations will be open on the Fourth of July, but to be sure call your local restaurant for exact hours of operation.

• Texas Roadhouse: The fan-favorite steakhouse will be open under normal operating hours so folks can enjoy all of the fixings—ribs, burgers, steaks, sides, and desserts—without all of the prep.

• The Cheesecake Factory: Sometimes you just want to eat an entire cheesecake, and luckily for you, The Cheesecake Factory locations will be open under normal operating hours on the Fourth of July. 

• Sonic: Customers will be able to enjoy all of the hot dogs and slushes their hearts desire, as most Sonic locations will be open and operating under normal business hours on the holiday.

• Subway: Expect most locations to be open, but as Subway locations are individually franchised and operated, hours may vary. If you’re unsure, call ahead to confirm that the store is open before visiting.

• Starbucks: If you need your caffeine fix before going all in on barbecue prep, all Starbucks locations will be open during normal business hours on Independence Day.

• Waffle House: If there’s one restaurant that you can always rely on to be open, it’s Waffle House. All locations will be open on the holiday.

• Wendy's: The fast food chain’s char-grilled burgers will be available for both drive-thru and sit-in options all day on the Fourth of July.

Again, this isn’t a complete list of every restaurant open on the Fourth of July. Many establishments will be open on the holiday, but call your local restaurants ahead of time for exact hours of operation. 

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