Most major chain restaurants are open on New Year’s Day, although hours may vary. Here is a list of national restaurants that say they will be open on Monday.

But to be safe, check in case a local outlet goes against their chain’s national norm. Some chains also might be open but have reduced operating hours.

• Applebee’s
• Bob Evans
• Buffalo Wild Wings
• Burger King
• Carl’s Jr.
• Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
• Chick-Fil-A
• Chili’s
• Cracker Barrel
• Denny’s
• Domino’s Pizza
• Dunkin’
• Fogo De Chão
• Golden Corral
• Hardee’s
• IHOP
• Jimmy John’s
• KFC
• Krispy Kreme
• McDonald’s
• Morton’s The Steakhouse
• Noodles & Company
• Olive Garden
• Panda Express
• Panera Bread
• Popeye’s
• Ruth’s Chris Steak House
• Sonic
• Starbucks
• Subway
• Taco Bell
• The Cheesecake Factory
• Waffle House
• Wahlburgers
• Wendy’s
• Wild Wings

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