Today is Easter Sunday - an important holiday in the Christian faith - which means that a lot of restaurants will be closed or have limited hours. For those who don't celebrate Easter or for those craving a Big Mac instead of a big mess in your kitchen, here's a list of restaurants that are open on Easter.
Restaurants Open With Regular or Extended Hours on Easter
Dunkin' - Dunkin' store hours also vary by location, so check online using their store locator or poke around in the app to make sure your cruller and coffee are available.
Fogo de Chão - Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Golden Corral - Open for regular operating hours.
Longhorn Steakhouse - Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
KFC and Bojangles - Both restaurants will be open for regular operating hours.
McDonald's - Most McDonald's locations are open on holidays, but hours vary by location. It's best to use the company's store locator to confirm hours for your location.
IHOP - IHOP restaurants will be open on March 31, but their hours vary by location. Check with your local restaurant for specific hours.
Olive Garden - Open for regular operating hours.
Red Lobster - Open for regular operating hours.
Ruth's Chris Steak House - Open from 1 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Starbucks - Starbucks will be open, but because Starbucks locations vary, it's best to check their hours before you leave for your morning latte.
Restaurants Open on Easter with Limited or Varying Hours
Applebee's - Select Applebee's restaurants will be open, and hours may also be limited. Make
Buffalo Wild Wings - Most Buffalo Wild Wings locations will be open on Easter, but hours vary by location regularly. It's a good idea to check with your local restaurant before heading out to watch Tennessee take on Purdue in the Elite 8. Be sure to call ahead for availability.
Cracker Barrel - The company told USA Today that most locations should be open, but it's best to check with your local restaurant for specific Easter hours.
Texas Roadhouse - Like the rest in this category, most Texas Roadhouse locations are open on Easter, but it's best to confirm with your local restaurant.
Wendy's - Most Wendy's locations will be open on Easter, but hours will vary by location.
