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This week is Christmas. That means people across the country will be traveling and preparing to welcome family and friends.
This Christmas Eve, you’ll have plenty of options whether you want a sit-down meal, a quick drive-thru trip, or just a cup of coffee to fuel your day. Most restaurant chains will be closed on Christmas Day, but most restaurant chains will remain open on Christmas Eve, albeit with adjusted hours.
Here’s what you need to know, including whether and when restaurants and fast food chains will be open on Christmas Eve. Some businesses have different business hours depending on region and location, so we recommend checking online for specific business hours or calling your local store.
When is Christmas Eve in 2025?
This year’s Christmas Eve is Wednesday, December 24th.
Is Starbucks open on Christmas Eve?
Most Starbucks locations are scheduled to open on December 24th, but Starbucks Coffeehouse hours vary by location. You can check a specific store’s opening hours using the Starbucks app or here.
Is Dunkin’ open on Christmas Eve?
Dunkin’ hours vary by location, but most locations are open on Christmas Eve. You can use the Dunkin’ Store Locator or the Dunkin’ Rewards app to find the hours of operation for a specific store.
Is McDonald’s open on Christmas Eve?
Hours vary by location, but most McDonald’s restaurants in the U.S. are open on holidays, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. You can check the opening hours of local restaurants here.
Is Chick-fil-A open on Christmas Eve?
Chick-fil-A restaurants will be open on Christmas Eve, but some locations may have limited hours. We recommend checking with your local restaurant for specific hours.
Is Chipotle open on Christmas Eve?
Chipotle restaurants will remain open on Christmas Eve, but will close at 3 p.m. local time, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Burger King open on Christmas Eve?
The company says holiday hours vary by location, so it’s best to check with your local restaurant. You can use Burger King’s store locator to find a restaurant near you.
Is Wendy’s open on Christmas Eve?
Most Wendy’s stores will be open on holidays, but business hours will vary by store, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Customers are encouraged to use the company’s location locator for up-to-date information about Wendy’s stores near them.
Is Taco Bell open on Christmas Eve?
Business hours vary by location, but you can find the opening hours of your nearby Taco Bell here.
Is Whataburger open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Whataburger restaurants are scheduled to open on Dec. 24, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Shake Shack open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Shake Shack locations will be open on Christmas Eve, but the stores will close early, according to the company’s website. The company recommends checking the business hours of your local office.
Is Zaxbys open on Christmas Eve?
Some Zaxby’s restaurants may choose to close early on Christmas Eve, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Business hours vary by location, so we recommend contacting your local Zaxbys for specific holiday hours.
Is Subway open on Christmas Eve?
Subway restaurants are independently owned and operated, so business hours vary by location. Please check with local restaurants for specific holiday hours.
Is Firehouse Subs open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Firehouse Subs locations will be open with limited hours starting Dec. 24, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Panera Bread open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Panera Bread restaurants will open on Dec. 24, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Business hours vary by location, so we recommend checking online or calling your local store for specific holiday hours.
Are Hardee’s or Carl’s Jr. open on Christmas Eve?
Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. hours vary by location, so you should check with your local restaurant for specific holiday hours.
Is Cracker Barrel open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Cracker Barrel restaurants will be open Dec. 24, but they will close at 2 p.m. local time, the company told USA TODAY.
Is IHOP open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, IHOP locations will be open on Christmas Eve. Hours vary by location, so check with local restaurants for specific hours before visiting.
Is Waffle House open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Waffle House restaurants will open on December 24th.
Is Krispy Kreme open on Christmas Eve?
Krispy Kreme stores will open on Dec. 24, but will close at 6 p.m. local time, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Outback Steakhouse open on Christmas Eve?
Most Outback Steakhouse locations will open starting Dec. 24, but business hours will vary by location, the company told USA TODAY. Please check with local restaurants for specific holiday hours.
Is Carrabba’s Italian Grill open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Carrabba’s Italian Grill locations will open on Dec. 24, but business hours will vary by location, the company told USA TODAY. Please check with local restaurants for specific holiday hours.
Is Bonefish Grill open on Christmas Eve?
Bonefish Grill business hours vary by location, so we recommend checking with your local restaurant for specific holiday hours.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Texas Roadhouse restaurants will be open for regular business hours on Dec. 24, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Applebee’s open on Christmas Eve?
Some Applebee’s stores nationwide will remain open on Christmas Eve, but hours may be reduced, the company told USA TODAY. Business hours vary by location, so please check with your local restaurant before visiting.
Is Red Lobster open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, the Red Lobster restaurant will open on Dec. 24, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Opening hours vary by store, so check the Red Lobster website for the opening hours of your local store.
Is Maggiano’s open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, Maggiano’s Restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Dec. 24, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Fogo de Chão open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, the Fogo des Champs restaurant will be open Dec. 24 from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Chili’s open on Christmas Eve?
Chili’s restaurants will be open on Christmas Eve, but will close at 4 p.m. local time, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is First Watch open on Christmas Eve?
Yes, First Watch stores will be open as usual on Dec. 24, the company told USA TODAY.
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. You can follow him at X @gabehauari Or email Gdhauari@gannett.com.
