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Olive Garden
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Similar to IHOP, if you join Olive Garden’s e-club, you can score some free appetizers or dessert when you buy two entrees. Now, that’s how you start off the year right!
Outback Steakhouse
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Hours vary by location. Call your nearest Outback to confirm.
Panera Bread
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Feeling soup and a salad? Most Panera locations will be following normal hours of operation after Christmas!
Texas Roadhouse
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Most locations are open on New Year’s Day. Call to confirm.
Starbucks
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Not feeling Dunkin’ on New Year’s? Good thing we have an alternative. Starbucks hours may vary.
TGI Fridays
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Most locations will be open on New Year’s Day with special hours depending on location.
Waffle House
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If you’re feeling a high-quality waffle, look no further than Waffle House. They’re open 365 days a year, so you can’t go wrong!
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