Many restaurants are open on Easter Sunday 2025, offering a variety of dining options from casual to upscale. Here are some notable chains and local options that will be open: National Chains Open on Easter Sunday:
- Applebee's
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Bob Evans
- Cracker Barrel
- Denny's
- Domino's (hours may vary by location)
- Golden Corral
- IHOP
- Red Lobster
- Romano's Macaroni Grill
- Chili's
- The Cheesecake Factory
- Dunkin' (many locations)
- Firehouse Subs (some locations)
- Jimmy John's
- KFC
- Olive Garden
- Panera Bread
- P.F. Chang's
- Popeyes
- Ruth's Chris Steak House (most locations)
- Sonic Drive-In
- Subway
- Waffle House
- Outback Steakhouse (select locations)
- Maggiano's Little Italy
- LongHorn Steakhouse
- Shake Shack (hours may vary)
- California Pizza Kitchen
- Texas Roadhouse
- Benihana
- Dairy Queen
- Honey Baked Ham
- Red Robin
- Five Guys
- Taco Bell
- McDonald's (hours vary by location)
Local and Specialty Restaurants:
- Brazil Express Grill (Brazilian steakhouse in Schaumburg, IL)
- Bonefish Grill (seafood in Schaumburg, IL)
- Chicago Prime Italian (Italian and steakhouse in Schaumburg, IL)
- Various Lettuce Entertain You restaurants in Chicago offering special Easter menus and brunches
- Several Chicago restaurants and hotels with Easter brunch and dinner specials, such as Prime and Provisions, Adorn, The Bellevue, and others
It is advisable to check with your local restaurant for specific Easter hours and whether reservations or special menus are available, as hours and availability can vary by location.
