For the fan of food, Thanksgiving is an ideal holiday. However, not everyone has the time and patience to prepare a Thanksgiving feast all on their own.

Luckily, offers.com has compiled a list of restaurants that are opening their doors to guests for Thanksgiving.

A surprising number of restaurants have opted to open on Thursday, but many do have altered hours. So, if you're unsure about the hours of your favorite place to dine, the best thing to do is call.

Applebees: Open, but hours may vary.

Bob Evans: Open

Boston Market: Open, but hours may vary. They'll be serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal.

Burger King: Only some will be open, so check your local hours.  

Cracker Barrel: Open; also providing Heat n’ Serve holiday family meals for pick-up.

Denny's: Open; will also be serving a Turkey & Dressing Dinner.  

Eddie V's: Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; also offering a special Thanksgiving menu.

Golden Corral: Open; offering a special Thanksgiving menu.

Hometown Buffet: Open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; also offering a special Thanksgiving menu.

Hooters: Some open; check local hours.

IHOP: Open but hours may vary.

Macaroni Grill: Open but hours may vary; some locations offering a three-course lunch and dinner.

Maggiano's: Open; serving a four-course, family-style Thanksgiving dinner.

Marie Callender's: Open; also providing takeout Thanksgiving dinners.

McDonald's: Most open

Mimi's Cafe: Open; will offer a dine-in or take-out three-course Thanksgiving dinner.

Morton's Steakhouse: Open but hours may vary.

Ruby Tuesday: Some open

Shoney's: Open with Thanksgiving buffet at participating locations

Sizzler: Some open with special Thanksgiving menu

Starbucks: Open

T.G.I.Fridays: Some open

Waffle House: Open