If you're searching for someplace to go this Thanksgiving for whatever reason โ you can't make it out to your family on the east coast or maybe the turkey in the oven didn't turn out as tasty as planned โ here are some local spots staying open for the holiday.
This list isn't comprehensive, so let us know if we missed your favorite spot.
Note: Some restaurants may require reservations.
Cruz, a 10-year-old mountain lion, sticks out its tongue while sunbathing on a ledge inside its enclosure inside the Mountain Woodland exhibit at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museumย โ It's one of Tucson's favorite attractions and it's open 365 days a year.ย
Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQย โ This barbecue spot will be open with limited seating from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.ย
Casa Video & Film Barย โ Catch a double feature of "Home for the Holidays" and "Planes, Trains & Automobiles" at the iconic Casa Video. Movies start at 7 p.m.
Casino Del Solย โ There will be Thanksgiving dining specials at PY Steakhouse, Moby's and Festa International Buffet.
Charro Steak & Del Reyย โ For $54.95, enjoy a three-course Thanksgiving meal with salad, turkey and various accompaniments, plus your choice of dessert.
Chef Wangย โ Find Northeastern Chinese food at Chef Wang, which is staying open this Thanksgiving.
Che's Lounge โ Che's will open its doors at 7 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Cup Cafeย โ The restaurant at Hotel Congress has a $65 prix fixe menu for the holiday, including a choice of slow-roasted turkey breast, prime rib, or a veggie option.
El Conquistador Tucsonย โ Thanksgiving brunch includes salmon fillet, turkey enchiladas, vegan posole, stuffed poblano peppers, roasted turkey, prime rib, honey ham and lots more from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.ย
Fiesta Lanesย โ Reserve a lane online for Thanksgiving Day and you'll get a free gift!
Golf N' Stuffย โ Hit the arcade or maybe try your hand at a round of mini golf.
Govinda'sย โ Enjoy an all-vegan menu, including tofu turkey, from noon to 6 p.m. The meal is priced at $19.95 for adults.
Jewel's Noodle Kitchenย โ Our former food writer Andi Berlin โค๏ธs the meat pies from Jewel's Noodle Kitchen, which will be open this Thanksgiving!
Jun Dynastyย โ Get traditionalย Szechuan items from Jun Dynasty on Thanksgiving this year.
The Loft Cinemaย โย Catch a movie at Tucson's independentย theater. Screenings include "Twilight: Breaking Dawn" and "Priscilla."ย
Lucky Strike Bowlย โ Try to get some strikes this Thanksgiving while bowling at Lucky Strike. The bowling alley opens at 4 p.m.
Omni Tucson Nationalย โ Enjoy Thanksgiving brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Find breakfast favorites, turkey, steak, ham, shrimp and grits, traditional Thanksgiving sides and pie for $89 for adults, $49 for kids ages 6-12.
Presta Coffee Roastersย โ The Presta location on First Avenue will be open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Nomicoย โ This shop is known for their snacks like raindrop cakes, crepe cakes and milk tea.
The Nuggetย โ This neighborhood bar will be open on Thanksgiving!
Roadhouse Cinemasย โ Enjoy dinner and a movie at Roadhouse, with screenings that include "Wish" and "Napoleon." (Movie theater chains are also often open on Thanksgiving, check with your nearby theater to confirm.)
Sher-e-Punjabย โ Order curry and samosas this holiday.
Sullivan's Steakhouseย โ A three-course turkey dinner will be available on Thanksgiving for $49. The dinner menu will also be available.
