If you’re looking to avoid the kitchen this Christmas, many restaurants will be open on December 25th, offering everything from quick bites to full-service dining.
Christmas Dining Options
Whether you’re craving a sit-down dinner, a quick grab-and-go, or a special holiday catering service, the holiday season brings a wide array of dining options. Below is a roundup of restaurants that will be open on Christmas, organized by type.
Fast Food & Quick Bites
- Applebee’s – Select Applebee’s restaurants will be open on Christmas, with hours varying by location. Customers can contact their local restaurant for the holiday schedule.
- Burger King – Since Burger King holiday hours vary by location, some restaurants will be open and others will be closed. Customers can verify holiday hours by calling ahead or consulting the Burger King app.
- McDonald’s – Most McDonald’s locations are open on holidays, including Christmas. Since hours can vary, customers should use the store locator tool to confirm holiday schedules.
- Wendy’s – Many Wendy’s restaurants will be open on the holiday, with hours varying by location.
- Krispy Krunchy Chicken – Krispy Krunchy Chicken locations will be open on Dec. 25.
- Kona Grill – Kona Grill restaurants will be open between 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Christmas.
- Jollibee – Jollibee restaurants nationwide will be open on the holiday, with hours varying by location.
- Huddle House – Participating Huddle House locations will be open on Dec. 25. Guests should call ahead for holiday schedules.
- Legal Sea Foods – Most Legal Sea Foods locations will open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the holiday.
- Denny’s – Many Denny’s restaurants will be open on Christmas.
- IHOP – IHOP will be open on the holiday, with hours potentially varying by location.
- Scooter’s Coffee – All Scooter’s Coffee locations will be open on New Year’s Day, with hours varying by location.
Sit-Down & Casual Dining
- Del Frisco’s – Del Frisco’s restaurants will be open for business on the holiday.
- Eddie Merlot’s – Eddie Merlot’s restaurants will be open on the holiday.
- Red Lobster – Red Lobster will be open on Christmas, with hours varying by location.
- Ruby Tuesday – More than 100 Ruby Tuesday locations will be open for business on Christmas, with hours varying by location.
- Sizzler – Nearly all Sizzler locations will be open normal hours on the holiday.
- Matchbox – Matchbox restaurants will be open for business on the holiday.
- Main Event – Main Event locations will be open at 12 p.m. on Christmas.
- Dave & Buster’s – Dave & Buster’s locations will be open on Christmas with hours varying by location.
- North Italia – North Italia restaurants will be open on Christmas with normal hours.
- Perkins American Food Company – Participating Perkins American Food Company locations will be open on Christmas, with hours varying by location.
- Palladino’s – Palladino’s restaurants will open between 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. on the holiday.
- Paris Baguette – Most Paris Baguette cafés will be open on Christmas, with hours potentially varying by location.
- Wiseguy Pizza – Wiseguy Pizza locations will be open on Dec. 25.
- Waffle House – Waffle House restaurants are open every day, including Christmas.
Italian & Mediterranean
- Bravo Italian Kitchen – Bravo Italian Kitchen will be open on Christmas and also have holiday catering.
- Brio Italian Grille – In addition to offering holiday catering, Brio Italian Grille will also be open on Dec. 25.
- Bertucci’s – Bertucci’s restaurants will be open on the holiday between 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- North Italia – North Italia restaurants will be open on Christmas with normal hours.
- Palladino’s – Palladino’s restaurants will open between 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. on the holiday.
- McCormick & Schmick’s – McCormick & Schmick’s restaurants will be open on Christmas.
Mexican & Tex-Mex
- Chevys Fresh Mex – Chevys Fresh Mex restaurants will be open on Christmas.
- El Pollo Loco – Select El Pollo Loco locations will be open on Christmas. Customers can view the full list on the chain’s website.
- El Torito Mexican Restaurant – El Torito Mexican Restaurant locations will be open on Dec. 25.
- Church’s Texas Chicken – Select Church’s Texas Chicken locations will be open on Christmas, with hours potentially varying.
Seafood & Steakhouses
- Fogo de Chão – Fogo de Chão restaurants will be open on Christmas between 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- McCormick & Schmick’s – McCormick & Schmick’s restaurants will be open on Christmas.
- Red Lobster – Red Lobster will be open on Christmas, with hours varying by location.
- Smith & Wollensky – All Smith & Wollensky locations will be open on Christmas between 11:30 a.m - 9 p.m.
- STK Steakhouse – STK Steakhouse restaurants will be open between 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Christmas.
- Sullivan’s Steakhouse – Sullivan’s Steakhouse restaurants will be open for business on Christmas.
- The Halal Guys – The Halal Guys will be open on Christmas, with some locations operating on adjusted holiday schedules.
Key Takeaways
- A wide range of restaurants-from fast-food chains to upscale steakhouses-will be open on Christmas.
- Many locations offer holiday catering or special holiday hours, so it’s worth calling ahead or checking the chain’s app.
- Even classic 24-hour chains like Waffle House and McDonald’s remain open, providing a reliable option for late-night cravings.
Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or a last-minute gathering, the holiday dining landscape is ready to accommodate your needs. Happy holidays and enjoy a meal without the kitchen chaos!
