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Valentine’s Day 2022 in Austin – A Complete Guide With Events, Romantic Restaurants, Date Ideas & More!

February 14, 2022 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

Happy Valentine’s Day!!! We hope that your Valentine’s Day 2022 in Austin is lots of fun.

It is easy to make your Valentine’s Day extra special because there are so many great options inAustin. Valentine’s Day Events, Romantic Restaurants, Dessert Places and of course lots of great Date Spots!

Our guide has you covered! You just have to BYOV – Bring Your Own Valentine!

Valentine’s Day 2022 in Austin – Everything You Need for Your Special Day!

Things to do on Valentine’s Day in Austin – Events & Parties for 2022

If you are looking for Valentine’s Day events in Austin, our top picks include Valentine’s Comedy Show, Boat Ride on Lady Bird Lake, Wine Tasting and more !!! Here is the complete list of Valentine’s Day Events 2022 in Austin.

Romantic Restaurants in Austin

Whether it is Valentine’s Day or any other Date Night. There are some very popular romantic restaurants in Austin. Whether you want to keep it casual or step it up and enjoy dinner at a classy restaurant, we have the list for you!

Our top picks include Lenoir, Juliet Italian Kitchen and more! Here is the complete list of Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in Austin!

Best Dessert Places in Austin

Keep the day sweet for your sweetheart at these awesome Top 10 Dessert places in
Austin & Bakeries in Austin

Austin Date Ideas

Luckily for us, there are so many fun things to do for couples in Austin! From a hike up Mount Bonnell to some quiet time at the Hamilton Pool Preserve and everything in between. We have Top Date Ideas in Austin! You are sure to find something that you and your Valentine would love!

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Super Bowl Food Specials in Austin – Verified Local Deals on Pizza, Wings & more

February 12, 2022 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

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Looking for Super Bowl Food Specials in Austin? We have you covered!

Are you ready for the big game? Everyone knows that the Super Bowl is about more than watching football. It’s time to gather your family and friends and pig out on some mouth-watering food. Super Bowl 2022 pizza and food deals in Austin are boundless. Check out our verified list!

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Super Bowl 2022 Food Specials in Austin – Pizza Deals

Pizza is the cornerstone of a Super Bowl watch party. Whether you’re a plain cheese lover, or like to incorporate as many toppings as you can, here are some great pizza deals to take advantage of this Super Bowl Sunday in Austin.

And by the way, you don’t have to miss a second of the Super Bowl day action because you can order from the convenience of ANYWHERE using Instacart!!!

Home Slice Pizza

With Sunday just around the corner, make sure to get those large orders in by calling ahead or placing your order at homeslicepizza.com! The last day for ordering online is Saturday, February 12th. All orders placed on Sunday, February 13th must be done by calling in or walking in!

Pieous

As a rare treat…pieous & pie-e-tea will be open this Sunday, SuperBowl Sunday, from 8am – 2pm.

World famous pastrami by the pound with fixings.Shareable Cookie/Brownie Platter. Crowd pleasing party plate, authentic, Neapolitan pizzas.

Toss Pizzeria & Pub

For Super Bowl takeout pre-orders right now you can get our XL 20” pepperoni pizza 🍕 for only $15!!! Get your pre-orders in fast.

Domino’s

Mix & Match Deal: Choose any 2 or more for $5.99! 2-item minimum, Handmade Pan Pizza, Bread Bowl Pasta, and Bone-in wings will be extra.

Pizza Hut

$10 TASTEMAKER™ – Large Up To 3 Toppings. Choose your favorite 3 toppings on a large Pizza Hut pizza and get it any way you want it: delivery, carryout, online, or over the phone. Additional charges apply for extra toppings, extra cheese and Original Pan Crust.

Little Caesars

$7.99 Hot-N-Ready: The Batman Calzony LARGE • 8 SLICES | Pepperoni pizza with a Parmesan and buttery-tasting, calzone-like crust filled with Garlic White Sauce, Cheese and Julienne Pepperoni Plus Crazy Sauce®.

Other Super Bowl Food Specials in Austin For 2022

Of course, there are other things on the menu besides pizza. Other game day treats include chicken wings, Mexican, and alcohol. Let’s look at some of the deals Austin offers its residents.

Main Street Food Hall

Saturday and ALL PINTS for just $3! Got the munchies? You can also grab a beer and your choice of BBQ Nachos, Brisket Fries, or Queso for just $8!🤯

Tumble 22

Just $16 for a pound of chicken wings!

Hopdoddy’s

From Wednesday, February 9 – Sunday, February 13, you can enjoy a Hopdoddy Kernel Tender Bucket, a delicious order of 10 hand-breaded crispy chicken tenders served with a pound of hand-cut fries! You can try the tenders in interesting flavors like the Nashville Hot, Buffalo Blue, Garlic Parmesan, or Honey Mustard.

If wanting a drink as you watch the Super Bowl from home, try Hopdoddy’s Roadie — a half-gallon bag of frozen house margarita made with fresh, hand-squeezed juice — so you can enjoy and easily celebrate with friends!

Among our top picks for Super Bowl Food Specials for 2022 in Austin!

Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant

Enjoy the game. Delivery is Free at Abuelo’s!

BJ’s Brewhouse

Enjoy happy hour specials throughout the game including $3 domestic bottle, $3 chips &dips, $4 BJ’s handcrafted signature beers and more.

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Austin Stores Open on New Year’s Day – Grocery & Retail

January 1, 2022 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

We are Open Shop Image — Austin Stores Open on New Year’s Day

New Year’s Day is one of the rare days of the year where everyone tends to be in a good mood. Well, except those of us that partied a bit too hard the night before. While New Year’s Day is for many a day to watch football and reflect on the turning of another year, for others New Year’s Day is a prime shopping holiday to take advantage of the many exclusive deals offered on the first day of the year. If you want to ring in the new year with a little retail therapy, check out these stores open on New Year’s Day in Austin.

Also check out our verified list of Restaurants Open New Year’s Day in Austin!

Austin Stores Open on New Year’s Day – Retail

Apple Store

Open on New Year’s Day. Hours will vary by location.

Barnes & Noble

Open from 11 AM to 9 PM on New Year’s Day.

Bass Pro Shops

Open till 9 PM on New Year’s Day.

Bed, Bath & Beyond

Most stores are open till 6 PM on New Year’s Eve and Day.

Best Buy

Open till 7 PM at most locations.

Dollar General

Open with varying hours.

GameStop

Most stores will be open till 7 or 8 PM.

Home Depot

Open 9 am to 8 pm.

JCPenney

Open at 10 am to 9 pm.

Kohl’s

Open New Year’s Day. Confirm hours with your outlet.

Lowe’s

Open but hours may vary by location.

Old Navy

Most stores will be open till 7 PM unless announced otherwise.

Target

Stores are open, hours may vary by locations.

Walgreens

Open till 10 PM at most locations.

Walmart

Main store closes at 11 PM unless specified otherwise.

Austin Stores Open on New Year’s Day – Grocery

7-Eleven

Open 24 hours. Check ahead for Special/Holiday Hours with your local 7-Eleven.

Circle K

Open till 1 AM on New Year’s Day.

CVS

Open but hours may vary by location.

H-E-B

Open till 11PM on New Year’s Day.

Target

Stores are open, hours may vary by locations.

Walgreens

Open till 10 PM at most locations.

Whole Foods

Most locations will be open from 10 am to 8 pm.

Know of any other stores open on New Years Day in Austin? Comment below with your tips!

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Austin Restaurants Open On New Year’s Day 2022 – Verified list with Timings

December 31, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

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Looking for restaurants open on New Year’s Day in Austin? Read On!

New Year’s is the one time during the holidays when you want to grab a bite of your favorite food, enjoy with good company and shake off the food coma induced by the festive season. But with everyone pining for a well earned break before closing the year, many restaurants, fast food outlets and cafes close early or operate at reduced hours.

Luckily, there are a list of places that remain open through the holidays to serve you the best culinary experience the city has to offer. We’ve collated those names, hours and any other relevant details right here for your convenience!

Also check out Retail & Grocery Stores Open New Year’s Day in Austin along with their hours of operation!

Austin Restaurants Open On New Year’s Day

Please note that although we try our best to get you the most up-to-date information, holiday hours for several restaurants may change with locations and other local developments. We therefore request you to check ahead with the restaurants before your visit.

Acre 41

Open from 10 AM to 11 PM on New Year’s Day. For exact details and special hours, check in with the restaurant.

Bar Peached

Is closed on New Year’s Day.

Cidercade Austin

Might be open on New Year’s Day but confirm the exact details for your location with the restaurant.

Jack Allen’s Kitchen

*Staff Update: Closed until 4th January.

Juliet Italian Kitchen

Open from 11:00am-10:00pm on New Year’s Day, unless announced otherwise.

Kerbey Lane Cafe – Central

Open from 7 AM to 10 PM unless announced otherwise.

Home Slice Pizza

Open from 11 AM to 10 PM for dine-in and take-out.

Tittaya’s Thai Cuisine

Open as per regular hours (12 PM to 9:30 PM) unless announced otherwise.

Trudy’s

Open from 11am-11pm on New Year’s Day. Confirm local timings with your preferred outlet.

Torchy’s Taco

Most Torchy’s are open from 8 AM to 11 PM.

Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

Opens at 11 AM on New Year’s Day.

Matt’s El Rancho

Expected to be open from 11 AM to 11 PM.

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Fresh and Healthy Food in Austin — A beautiful bounty of fresh and healthy food at The Beer Plant (Credit: Jessica Attie)

Austin Restaurants Open on New Year’s Day – Fast Food

Burger King

Open till 10:30 PM on New Year’s Day. Some outlets might be closed.

Carl’s Jr

Although hours may vary, open from 6 am to 11 pm at most outlets.

Chuy’s

Open from 11 am to 10 pm on New Year’s Day.

Chipotle

Opens at 10:45 am and closes at 10 pm at most locations.

Chick-fil-A

Open from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Hours vary by location.

Dunkin Donuts

Open 5 am -10 pm. Hours vary by location.

Freebirds

Most locations are open from 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Hopdoddy’s

Open from 11 AM to 11 PM.

Home Slice Pizza

Open from 11 AM to 10 PM for dine-in and take-out.

Five Guys

Opens at 11 AM for business and in-store pick ups, but hours may vary by location.

KFC

Open from 11 AM to 11 PM. Hours vary by location.

McDonald’s

Open 24 hours at some locations.

Pizza Hut

Open from 11 AM to 9 PM. Hours vary by location.

Taco Bell

All outlets are expected to be open but hours change with locations. Check with your local outlet before you go.

Starbucks

Open from 8 AM to 2 PM on New Year’s Day. Hours may change with locations.

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Austin Restaurants Open on New Year’s Eve 2022 – Verified List

December 30, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

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As we all get ready for the holiday blitz, it’s important to start making plans now for New Year’s Eve: the biggest night of the year for hitting the town to eat, drink and be merry. New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, and there are loads of top restaurants open in Austin on New Year’s Eve.

It’s not just important to know whether restaurants are open. A lot of restaurants operate with reduced hours. Don’t worry though, we have you covered! Whatever your budget or favorite cuisine may be, you’re sure to find something here for your New Year’s Eve celebration.

Also check out – New Year’s Eve Parties in Austin & New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Austin

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Austin Restaurants Open On New Year’s Eve

Please note that although we try our best to get you the most up-to-date information, holiday hours for several restaurants may change with locations and other local developments. We therefore request you to check ahead with the restaurants before your visit.

Acre 41

Open from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM for breakfast, lunch and a prix fixe set dinner at $75 per person. No a la carte items available for dinner. Reserve a table in advance here.

Bar Peached

Open from 5-11PM on New Year’s Day.

Cidercade Austin

Open from 10 AM to 6:30 PM on New Year’s Eve.

Jack Allen’s Kitchen

*Staff Update: Closed until 4th January.

Juliet Italian Kitchen

Opens at 11:30 am and closes at 10 pm on NYE.

Kerbey Lane Cafe – Central

Open from 7 AM to 10 PM unless announced otherwise.

Home Slice Pizza

Open from 11 AM to 10 PM for dine-in and take-out.

Tittaya’s Thai Cuisine

Open from 11 AM to 9:30 PM as per usual hours–unless announced otherwise.

Trudy’s

Open from 11 am to 11 pm on New Year’s Eve. Also serving special cocktails from 3-6 PM.

Torchy’s Taco

Most Torchy’s are open from 8 AM to 11 PM.

Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

Open regular hours (11 AM-10 PM) on New Year’s Eve.

Austin Restaurants Open on New Year’s Eve – Fast Food

Burger King

Open till 9 PM on New Year’s Eve. Some outlets might be closed.

Carl’s Jr

Open til 11 PM at most locations.

Chuy’s

Open from 11 am to 10 pm on New Year’s Eve.

Chipotle

Opens at 10:45 am and closes at 10 pm at most locations.

Chick-fil-A

Open from 6:30 am to 10:00 PM. Hours vary by location.

Dunkin Donuts

Open 5 am -10 pm. Hours vary by location.

Freebirds

Most locations are open from 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Hopdoddy’s

Open from 11 AM to 11 PM.

Home Slice Pizza

Open from 11 AM to 10 PM for dine-in and take-out.

Five Guys

Opens at 11 AM for business and in-store pick ups, but hours may vary by location.

KFC

Open from 10:30 AM to 11 PM. Hours vary by location.

McDonald’s

Open 24 hours at some locations.

Pizza Hut

Open from 11 AM to 9 PM. Hours vary by location.

Taco Bell

All outlets are expected to be open but hours change with locations. Check with your local outlet before you go.

Starbucks

Open from 7 AM to 2 PM on New Year’s Eve. Hours may change with locations.

Know of any other restaurants open in Austin on New Year’s Eve? Tell us in the comments below!

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Austin Restaurants Open On Christmas Day 2021 – Verified List

December 24, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

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Sometimes it’s just easier to treat your family to a nice meal out on Christmas. Why fill the house with dirty dishes and risk staining those holiday napkins you use just once a year when you can eat out on Christmas Day? If you want to skip the hassle of cooking and cleaning on the big day this year, lucky for you there are plenty of restaurants open on Christmas Day in Austin.

Note that while we’ve done our very best to confirm all of the info listed below, we recommend verifying with the restaurant first before heading out to confirm they are open as things are subject to change.

Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Austin

Kerbey Lane Cafe – Central

Some locations might be open. The Austin outlet is closed for Christmas.

Benihana

Was open for business in 2020 but dates have not yet been updated for 2021.

Boston Market

Open and serving pre made holiday dinner, orders must be placed online.

Buca di Beppo

Open and hosting private, semi-private and party-sized holiday feasts with a ‘Holiday Party Guarantee’.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Updated information for 2021 was unavailable but secondary sources point out that Buffalo Wild Wings is open on Christmas Day and Eve. We recommend checking before going.

Chipotle

Opens at 10:45 AM and closes at 10 PM on Christmas Day, unless specified otherwise.

Chuy’s

Is expected to be open till 7 PM on Christmas Day, but exact Holiday Hours could not be verified. Please confirm with your local outlets.

Cidercade Austin

Open till 1 AM. We recommend confirming their holiday hours before you go.

Denny’s

Indirect sources inform that Denny’s will remain open 24×7 through the holidays.

Dunkin’ Donuts

Dunkin’ has an exciting Christmas Menu for the holiday season, but opening and closing times for Christmas are not specified and will vary according to location.

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Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Austin – Continued

Fogo de Chão

will be open on Christmas Day from 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM.

Freebirds

Should be open till 4 PM but some locations may have reduced hours.

Hopdoddy’s

Is open from 11 AM to 10 PM at most locations.

IHOP

is serving Holiday IHOP’nGo menus for family feasts. Most outlets could be open for dine-in. Check with your local franchise for more information.

Jack Allen’s Kitchen

Should be open till 10 PM.

Jack in the Box

According to some indirect sources, most Jack In the Box outlets are closed on Christmas Day but might be open on Christmas Eve, some at reduced operating hours. Check with your local outlet to confirm.

Kerbey Lane Cafe – Central

Some locations might be open. The Austin outlet is closed for Christmas.

Matt’s El Rancho

Is unfortunately closed on Christmas Eve and Day this holiday season.

McDonald’s

Most locations will remain open according to indirect sources but contact your local McDonald’s for hours and information.

Panda Express

Indirect and unofficial sources on the internet claim that the restaurant is open on Christmas. Call your local outlet before going.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

is open for business on Christmas with a special prie fixe menu.

Shipley Donuts

should be open this Christmas by the looks of its Social Media handle, but there isn’t an official update on Chrsitmas hours.

Starbucks

Some locations may be open, likely with reduced operations. We recommend checking with your local ‘Bucks to confirm.

Waffle House

Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Check with your local store for holiday specific hours.

Any other restaurants open on Christmas Day in Austin that we missed? Let us know!

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Black Friday Store Hours In Austin – Verified List For 2021!

November 25, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

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Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year. The holiday season kicks off early Friday morning with huge deals on everything from big screen TVs to blenders to bed sheets. But finding out when stores open can be tricky. We have compiled for you a VERIFIED list of Black Friday Store Hours in the Austin area. Read on to find out more and get ready to snag the best deals out there!

Remember that many stores also open up on Thanksgiving Day for early Black Friday deals, so be sure to check out our guide to which stores are open on Thanksgiving.

Black Friday Store Hours in Austin

Note: We’ve done our best to confirm the accuracy of these times, but things are always subject to change, so we recommend confirming with the store before heading over.

Bass Pro Shops: Open from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m with a roaring Black Friday Sale.
Big Lots: most Big Lots stores will be open for extended hours to keep up with the retail frenzy. Since hours vary by location, visit the Big Lots Store Locator for more information for your location’s hours of operation.
CVS: Indirect sources confirm that CVS stores will be offering a flurry of Black Friday deals, with hours varying by locations. In fact, CVS is also running Early Black Friday deals to get you an earlier start on your long-awaited splurges.
Dollar General: The Dollar General sale kicks off right around Thanksgiving and will roll out through the weekend. Find Buy One Get One Deals and outrageous Discounts in abundance, but check with your local store operator for timings.
HEB: Open regular working hours on Black Friday.
Michaels: Is open on Black Friday with in-store and online discounts on the A to Z of Holiday shopping needs. The elaborate spread, however, lacks concrete details about opening and closing hours.
Sprouts Farmers Market: Open 7:00AM-10:00PM
Walgreens: The Store is open until 10 PM while the pharmacy closes an hour earlier, at 9 PM on Black Friday.
Whole Foods: Most stores will open at 8 am
Academy Sports+Outdoors: Stores will open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
American Girl: Should be open regular hours since verified information was not available for Black Friday. The store typically opens at 8:00 AM.
At Home: Black Friday hours are unavailable. We recommend checking with your local store before stepping out.
AT&T: Exact opening and closing times are unavailable. Check in with your local store.
Barnes & Noble: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Bed, Bath & Beyond: Open from 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Best Buy: The store opens at 5 AM. We also recommend referring to this dedicated source of Black Friday Information.
Burlington: Open 7 AM-12 AM.
Cost Plus World Market: 9 AM- 9PM

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Black Friday Store Hours in Austin – Continued

Costco: The world’s warehouse opens at 9 AM.
Crate and Barrel: Stores will be open from 9 AM – 9PM.
Dick’s Sporting Goods: Will be open from 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Dressbarn: Black Friday hours are unavailable. We recommend checking with your local store before stepping out.
Guitar Center: Opens at 10:00 AM.
H&M: Exact opening and closing times are unavailable. Check in with your local store.
Half Price Books: Doors open at 7:00 AM.
Harbor Freight Tools: The store is open as per normal hours, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Hobby Lobby: Will be open from 8:00 AM to 9 PM.
Home Depot: Will be open from 6:00 AM.
Home Goods: Stores open at 7 AM
IKEA: Store open at 10 AM
JC Penney: Stores open at 5 am
Kohl’s: Stores open at 5 AM.
Lowe’s: Opens at 6:00 AM.
Macy’s: Most locations open at 6:00 AM. Check with your local store before your visit.
Nordstrom: Open 10:00 AM – 9 PM.
Nordstrom Rack: Open until 9:00 PM.
Old Navy: Open 5:00 AM – 11:PM.
Pep Boys: Stores open at 7:30 AM, closing times vary according to location.
Petco: Open from 9:00 AM – 9 PM.
PetSmart: Open from 7:00 AM-9:00 PM.
Pier 1 Imports: Exact hours are not available.
REI: Open as per regular hours, 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Sam’s Club: Opens at 10:00 AM.
Staples: Open from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Stein Mart: Exact store hours cannot be confirmed.
Sur La Table: Will operate as per regular 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM hours.
Target: Open from 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
TJ Maxx: Open from 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Tractor Supply Co.: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Trader Joe’s: Open from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Ulta: Doors open at 6:00 AM
Victoria’s Secret: Opening hours are either 7:00 AM or 9:00 AM, varying by location.
Walmart: Will be open until 11:00 PM.

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What Stores Are Open On Thanksgiving Day 2021 in Austin?

November 25, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

Looking for stores open on Thanksgiving Day in Austin? You are in the right place!

Thanksgiving is a day for celebrating all of the things we’re thankful for alongside our loved ones. While we all envision Thanksgiving as a day when we can sit at home all day and watch football while eating ourselves into a coma, it’s all too common to have to make runs to the store for batteries for the remote control, extra whipped cream, other turkey day or everyday essentials, or just for some great deals.

Thankfully, there are quite a few stores that remain open on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25th. Below is a breakdown of which Austin stores are open on Thanksgiving as well as which are closed for the holiday.

Editor’s Note: The Staff at The Austinot try to bring you the most up-to-date information. However, as always, please confirm by calling ahead.

Also check out our verified list of Austin Area Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day 2021!

Austin Grocery Stores Open on Thanksgiving

HEB: Open 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pharmacy will be closed.
Sprouts Farmers Market: open 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Whole Foods: most stores will open at 8 am
Kroger: Stores will be open until 5 pm (Pharmacy will be closed)

Other Austin Stores Open On Thanksgiving

Bass Pro Shops: Open 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Big Lots: 7:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
CVS: Indirect sources confirm that CVS stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day, hours will vary by locations. It is highly recommended to check here before you go.
Dollar General: Open at 7:00 a.m.
Michaels: Opens 6:00 p.m according to indirect sources.
Walgreens: Hours will vary by location on Thanksgiving Day, as per indirect and unconfirmed sources.

Austin Stores Closed On Thanksgiving

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Austin Restaurants Open For Dinner on Thanksgiving Day – Verified List For 2021

November 25, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

Looking for restaurants open for Thanksgiving Day Dinner in Austin? Whether you are looking for eat-in or take out options. We have the verified list!

When we think of Thanksgiving, we typically think of a large feast laboriously prepared all day at home. For some households, though, this isn’t the case. Not everyone celebrates Thanksgiving the same way, and some households don’t celebrate the holiday at all. Whatever the case is, sometimes you just need to eat out at a restaurant on Thanksgiving Day.

Luckily, there are quite a few Austin restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day 2021. If you get hungry and need a quick meal out, here’s where you can get one this Thanksgiving Day, November 25th.

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Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Dinner in Austin

Applebee’s: Certain locations are open with a special Thanksgiving feast. No information directly from Applebees.
Boston Market: Open all day with traditional Turkey Day favorites.
Burger King: Sometimes you just need a burger on Thanksgiving, right? Information from indirect sources suggests that most locations will be open with reduced hours. No information available directly from Burger King.
Cracker Barrel: Open regular hours with All-American Thanksgiving favorites
Denny’s: Denny’s Facebook page from 2o20 says that they are open on Thanksgiving. No update for 2021 yet.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar: Open 11 am – 8 pm on November 25 and serving a special Thanksgiving Day 3-Course menu of turkey/filet. mignon/rib-eye.
Golden Corral: Golden Corral is open on Thanksgiving day. Serving a Thanksgiving feast with a choice of ham, turkey and sides, hours vary by location.

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Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Dinner in Austin – Continued

Hooters: Hooters is open 4 pm – 11 pm, but the official website has no updates on the Thanksgiving Day Menu or hours.
Luby’s: Luby’s is offering a special Thanksgiving menu of Classic carved Turkey with assorted sides for $11.99.
Macaroni Grille: is taking Thanksgiving pre-orders of a traditional three-course meal and kid’s meal to be picked up on Thanksgiving or the days leading up to it.
Maggiano’s Little Italy: Open with a traditional three-course meal, including a salad, roasted turkey, pumpkin praline cheesecake and a la carte options. Take out option available.
McDonald’s: No information on website or Facebook page. We called the location closest to us. They are open for breakfast on Thanksgiving Day. Call to find out the location nearest to you.
Perry’s Steakhouse: Open 11 am – 9 pm with a dine-in menu as well as go-to options.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: Open 7 am – 10 pm with Prix Fixe holiday menu and full a la carte menu. Timings vary for reservation and pick-up options so we recommend checking the website for further details.
Waffle House: All Waffle House locations are open 24/7, 365 days a year–including Thanksgiving day– although there are no special updates regarding Thanksgiving meals.

Editor’s Note: We’ve done our best to ensure these times are accurate, but we recommend checking with the restaurant before heading over.

Looking for things to do this Thanksgiving week? Check out our post on Fun events happening in the Austin area this week!

2021 Thanksgiving Dinner Specials In Austin – Cheap Dine In & To Go Options

November 23, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

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Looking for Thanksgiving Dinner specials in Austin area? You are in the right place. Read on to find out.

If you’re not in the mood to break your back in the kitchen or break the bank dining out this Thanksgiving, then these top 10 best cheap Thanksgiving dinners in Austin will come in clutch for you this year. Check out which Austin area restaurants and grocery stores are offering delicious, cheap, pre-made Thanksgiving meals this year!

Thanksgiving Dinner Specials in Austin

Salt Grass Steakhouse

10614 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759

Delicious Thanksgiving dinner from Salt Grass Steak House — photo courtesy of Salt Grass Steakhouse

All Salt Grass locations will be open on Thanksgiving with delicious turkey feasts available for dine-in or to-go. Their meals come with roasted turkey break, dressing, gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce. They offer a Thanksgiving dinner for $19.99 for dine-in customers or a Family pack for $79.99 that serves four! All you have to do is heat it up.

Denny’s

1601 IH35 N, Austin, TX 78702 (and other locations)

Old faithful Denny’s has your back once again. They’re back again this year with their Turkey & Dressing Dinner Packs to save you the trouble of cooking. All you have to do is preorder 24 hours in advance, pick it up, and reheat it! The family portion comes with carved turkey breast, savory stuffing, red-skinned mashed potatoes, your choice of a second side, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce. You can get the whole pack for only $37.99

Cracker Barrel

2350 N Interstate Hwy 35, Round Rock, TX 78761 (and other location)

Cracker Barrel cheap Thanksgiving meal to go — photo courtesy of Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel doesn’t just have one affordable thanksgiving available, they have options for you to choose from! They’re offering the Holiday Heat N’ Serve Feast in two sizes, 4-6 servings and 8-10 servings. These meals just need two hours to heat and you’re good to go. If you’re looking to do even less, they also have Hot and Ready Meals. You can choose the Turkey N’ Dressing, or Turkey N’ Dressing & Ham meals, both of which serve 10 people. Their meals are starting around $14 per serving.

HEB

6001 W Parmer Ln, Austin, TX 78727 (and other locations)

Head on down to your neighborhood HEB for a Simple Whole Over Roasted Turkey Meal for only $94.99 with an online coupon. Considering this meal serves 8 people, that’s less than $12 per serving! It comes with a fully cooked, over roasted turkey, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, turkey gravy, and of course, cranberry sauce. You must order ahead for curbside pick up or delivery and they’re only available while supplies last, so get your order in ASAP.

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Boston Market

4607 W Braker Ln Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759

Boston Market cheap Thanksgiving meals to go — photo courtesy of Boston Market

Boston Market is also offering a bunch of ways to enjoy their Thanksgiving dinners. You can choose from Heat & Serve, home delivery, a la carte entrees, sides, and pies, or head into your closest Boston Market to eat in the store. Don’t forget to get your orders in by midnight on November 23rd!

Golden Corral

7300 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78745 (and other location)

What could be better than an endless buffet of Thanksgiving food?! At Golden Corral, they will stock their buffet with all the usual Thanksgiving fixins. You can also get a Holiday Meal To-Go with your choice of ham or turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, choice of sides, their famous yeast rolls, a whole pie. Be sure to pre-order online through their app!

Whole Foods Market

525 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 (and other locations)

We love the prepared food that Whole Foods offers throughout the year so it’s likely they knock Thanksgiving dinner out of the park as well! They have a different holiday meal for everyone. Options include organic, apple-brined, whole roast, breast only, paleo-friendly, and even a vegan thanksgiving meal. Pricing starts at around $18 per serving.

Luby’s

8176 North Mo-Pac Expressway Austin, TX 78759 (and other locations)

Hot Thanksgiving plate from Luby's — photo courtesy of Luby’s

You already know Luby’s is going to have some good old-fashioned American Thanksgiving food available! Comfort food is their specialty after all. They will be open on Thanksgiving and are offering a turkey meal for only $11.99 per plate. It will come with carved turkey, cornbread dressing, two holidays sides, a dinner roll, and holiday dessert.

Buca di Beppo

3612 Tudor Blvd, Austin, TX 78759

Have a Thanksgiving with an Italian twist with Buca di Beppo’s to-go Thanksgiving Feasts. You can pick up your meal either hot or cold and even add on your favorite Italian dishes to mix things up. They come with sliced white meat turkey, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, homestyle gravy, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. Their large feast serves six and comes out to be just under $25 per person.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill

114 W 7th St, Austin, TX 78701

Perry’s Steakhouse is offering a fine-dining Thanksgiving at an affordable price. Dine-in for a choice of starter and main for $45 per person. Ordering to-go is even more affordable, with a Family-Style Thanksgiving Dinner that serves for at $35 per person. You have your choice of soup or salad plus a turkey entree with all the trimmings. Kid’s plates are only $15 for both dine-in and to-go options. Plus, you can add a pumpkin cheesecake for an additional $20.

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