40 restaurants will be open for Christmas 2024

‘Tis the season for family gatherings, holiday gatherings and lots of cooking.

Christmas should be about spending time with the people you love. That’s why we can’t blame you if you’re tired of spending most of your day in the kitchen.

Don’t feel like cooking this year? Many restaurants will be open for business on December 25th. Here’s a list of places to eat on the holiday, from sit-down places to fast food joints and everything in between.

Applebee’s‘S

Some Applebee’s restaurants across the country will be open on Christmas, some with reduced hours. To find out your local restaurant’s hours of operation, you can call ahead or visit the chain’s website.

Arby‘S

Would you like a hearty sandwich for Christmas? Most Arby’s locations are open on the holidays, but hours may vary by store. Customers can call ahead or visit the chain’s website to confirm hours.

Bar Louie

Bar Louie restaurants nationwide will be open December 25th, with hours varying by location. You can find your local restaurant’s opening hours on the chain’s website.

Bertucci’s Pizza and pasta from the stone oven

Bertucci’s Brick Oven Pizza & Pasta will open its doors on Christmas between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. In addition to dine-in service, the restaurant also offers curbside pickup and delivery.

Brio Italian grill

Brio Italian Grille is open for dine-in, pickup, curbside and delivery on Christmas from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Bravo! Italian cuisine

At Christmas, bravo! Italian Kitchen is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. for anyone looking to enjoy a celebratory lunch or dinner. In addition to dine-in service, the restaurant also offers curbside pickup and delivery.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings says a select number of locations will be open on December 25th, with hours varying by location. Local opening times are available online.

Burger King

Burger King’s holiday hours vary by franchise location, but some are open on Christmas. Customers can check their local restaurant’s opening hours in the app or on the chain’s website.

House of cards

Chart House customers can visit the restaurant on December 25 and enjoy a three-course holiday meal with a selection of items including lobster bisque, clam chowder, filet mignon, prime rib, cheesecake, lava cake and more.

Chevy’s Fresh Mex

Chevy’s Fresh Mex will be open December 25th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The restaurant serves a brunch menu between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and its regular menu throughout the day.

Denny’s

Denny’s restaurants are open on Christmas. Customers can check their location’s holiday hours online.

Dominoes

Domino’s stores in the U.S. are not required to open on Christmas, but some will be open for business on the holiday. Customers can check their local branch opening hours online.

Dunkin’

Because Dunkin’ hours vary by location, some will be open on Christmas while others will remain closed. To check individual store hours, customers can use the Dunkin’ app.

Eddie Merlots

Eddie Merlot’s restaurants will be open on Christmas from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and will serve a limited-time holiday menu.

El Torito

On December 25th, El Torito locations will be open between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. local time. The restaurant serves an all-you-can-eat holiday brunch buffet between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., featuring a ham and tri-tip carving station, a taco station, Mexican specialties, soups, salads, a dessert bar, unlimited champagne and more. The regular menu is served between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Fogo de Chao

The restaurants in Fogo de Chão are open on Christmas from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m

Golden corral

Golden Corral’s Christmas hours vary by location, but customers can check their local restaurant’s hours online.

Happy Joe’s

Happy Joe’s restaurants are open on holidays. Check the chain’s website for local hours.

Huddle House

Participating Huddle House locations will be open on Christmas from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Customers should check the opening times of their local restaurant in advance.

IHOP

IHOP will be open on Christmas, but customers should check their local restaurant’s hours in advance as they may vary.

Jimmy John‘S

Many Jimmy John’s locations will be open on Christmas. Customers can check their location’s opening hours via the restaurant’s app.

Jollibee

Fast food fans can stop by most Jollibee branches across the country this Christmas. Check the chain’s website for local hours.

Kona Grill

Kona Grill will be open for the holidays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on December 25th at all locations nationwide.

Macaroni grill

The Macaroni Grill locations are open for anyone who doesn’t feel like cooking at Christmas.

McCormick & Schmick‘S

McCormick & Schmick’s will be open on Christmas. The restaurant serves its regular dinner menu as well as a three-course holiday menu with dishes such as filet mignon, pork chop, swordfish, cheesecake, apple pie and more.

McDonald‘S

McDonald’s hours vary by location. Most locations will be open on Christmas, while some will remain closed. Customers can use the chain’s store locator tool to check local store hours.

Perkins American Food Company

Participating Perkins American Food Company locations will be open on Christmas from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Customers should check the opening times of their local restaurant in advance.

Red lobster

On December 25, Red Lobster restaurants in the US will be open for dine-in and takeout from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Scooter’s coffee

As of December 25th, most Scooter’s Coffee locations will be open for the holidays. Because hours may vary by location, customers are encouraged to call hours in advance.

Sheetz

Sheetz, a restaurant and convenience store chain, is opening its doors to customers this Christmas.

Shoney‘S

Shoney’s Restaurants open at 11 a.m. on Christmas Day and serve a special holiday meal.

Sizzlers

Participating Sizzler locations will be open during normal hours on Christmas.

sound

Sonic holiday hours vary by location, but some restaurants are open on Christmas. Customers can check their location’s hours on the chain’s app.

Starbucks

Some Starbucks locations will be open on Christmas, while others may be closed. To check each location’s holiday hours, customers can visit the Starbucks app or website.

STK Steakhouse

The STK Steakhouse restaurants are open on Christmas from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m

Sullivan’s Steakhouse

Sullivan’s Steakhouse is open December 25th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and is offering a limited-time holiday menu.

Waffle House

Waffle House restaurants are open all day every day, including Christmas.

Wayback Burger

A select number of Wayback Burgers locations will open on December 25th. Customers should check the opening times of their local restaurant in advance.

Wendy’s

Many Wendy’s locations will be open on Christmas. To find exact holiday hours, customers can visit the chain’s location locator.

Wings snob

Most Wing Snob locations are open on Christmas, with some closing for the holiday. Customers can find exact opening times on the restaurant’s website.