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What restaurants are open New Year’s Day 2021? Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Dunkin’ and many more
Kelly Tyko
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Tips for making espresso, French press coffee and cold brewThere are several types of coffee brewing styles. Find out which one is best for you.ProblemSolved, USA TODAYIf you’re looking to grab a bite to eat or a cup of coffee on New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day, there are many options.Unlike Christmas, when many major chains closed, more restaurants will be open to bid 2020 a farewell and welcome in 2021.Expect to find many restaurants operating with special hours Thursday and Friday.Most Chick-fil-A restaurants close at 6 p.m. both Thursday and Friday, the chicken chain said in a blog post, noting hours can vary by location.For local restaurants, how far you’ll have to travel to find an open restaurant will also vary.Got a gift card for Christmas? Here’s how to easily check the balance, protect it and other gift card tipsShopping malls at risk in 2021: Malls were struggling before COVID-19 and now have more empty stores. What’s next after the pandemic?Only 52% of local restaurants were open on New Year’s Day 2019, according to an analysis by small business software provider Womply.Even fewer restaurants will be open this year. With coronavirus cases surging, Womply found 28% of restaurants nationwide were closed as of Dec. 1.Justin Davies, Womply marketing manager, said with many restaurants closed and COVID-19 restrictions varying nationwide, it’s important to check hours and dine-in policies in advance for both Thursday and Friday.”With the support of consumers, New Year’s Eve could give local restaurants the boost they need to start to pull out of the slump they’ve seen throughout 2020,” Davies said. Fast-food chains open New Year’s DayThe following restaurant chains have select locations open in some capacity. Some dining rooms may be closed, and many may be offering a more limited menu or only takeout and delivery. Check with your closest location before heading out as not all locations are open. Some restaurant websites do not have updated holiday hours, so call ahead.More restaurants open New Year’s DayAlmost all national chains are open Friday, but check with your closest location as not all locations will be and hours will vary. Some restaurant websites do not have updated holiday hours, so calling ahead is suggested.Local restaurants open New Year’sMany locally owned and regional chain restaurants also will be open New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day and restaurants located in hotels often are open on holidays. Find additional restaurants by searching social media and looking on OpenTable, an online reservation service.Get it deliveredDelivery services including Postmates, Grubhub, UberEats and DoorDash will be delivering food orders New Year’s Day for participating local and national restaurants. Check the apps or websites to find available options.How did doughnut become donut?Whether you’ve had one for breakfast or as a mid day treat…have you ever stopped to wonder why this common pastry favorite has an additional shortened spelling? Buzz60’s Natasha Abellard has the story.Buzz60Krispy Kreme four-day doughnut dealKrispy Kreme is ringing in 2021 with a sweet doughnut deal dubbed “Four Days of Glaze.”Starting New Year’s Eve and continuing through Sunday, Jan. 3, get two Original Glazed dozens for $12.“As we reflect on 2020 and turn the page to 2021, we wanted to extend one more warm sign of appreciation to all those who have helped make this year as sweet as possible,” Dave Skena, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts chief marketing officer, said in a statement to USA TODAY, calling the promotion the company’s best offer.The deal will be available through pickup, drive-thru and in shop at participating Krispy Kreme locations across the U.S. The chain says consumers can purchase up to two per day.Learn more at www.krispykreme.com/offers/fourdaysofglaze.Follow USA TODAY reporter Kelly Tyko on Twitter: @KellyTyko
