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New Year’s Eve is Wednesday, December 3rd and 1st. Whether you want a sit-down, hearty meal or a quick drive-thru for burgers and chicken nuggets, you’ll have plenty of options this year.
Some restaurant chains will be closed on New Year’s Day, but most will remain open on New Year’s Eve, although some have adjusted their hours.
Here’s what you need to know, including whether and when restaurants and fast food chains will be open on New Year’s 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 New Year’s Eve in 2025?
This year’s New Year’s Eve is Wednesday, December 31st.
Is Starbucks open on New Year’s Eve?
Most Starbucks locations are scheduled to open on December 31st, 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 New Year’s Eve?
Dunkin’ hours vary by location, but most locations are open on New Year’s 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 New Year’s 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 New Year’s Eve?
Chick-fil-A restaurants will be open on New Year’s Eve, but some locations may have limited hours. We recommend checking with your local restaurant for specific hours.
Is Chipotle open on New Year’s Eve?
Chipotle restaurants will be open on New Year’s Eve. However, the store will close at 8 p.m. local time, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Cava open on New Year’s Eve?
A company spokesperson said most Cava restaurants will open on December 31st, but business hours vary by location, so customers are encouraged to check with local restaurants for specific hours.
Is Burger King open on New Year’s 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 New Year’s 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 New Year’s Eve?
Business hours vary by location, but you can find the opening hours of your nearby Taco Bell here.
Is Whataburger open on New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Whataburger restaurants are scheduled to open on December 31st, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is Shake Shack open on New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Shake Shack locations will be open on New Year’s Eve, according to the company’s website, but some locations may close early. The company recommends checking the business hours of your local office.
Is Zaxby’s open on New Year’s Eve?
Some Zaxby’s restaurants may choose to close early on New Year’s Eve, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. Business hours vary by location, so we recommend contacting your local Zaxby’s for specific holiday hours.
Will the subway be open on New Year’s 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 New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Firehouse Subs stores will be open as usual on Dec. 31, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Panera Bread open on New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Panera Bread restaurants will open on Dec. 31, 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 and Carl’s Jr. open on New Year’s 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 New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Cracker Barrel restaurants will be open for regular business hours on Dec. 31, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is IHOP open on New Year’s Eve?
Yes, IHOP locations will be open on New Year’s Eve. Hours vary by location, so check with local restaurants for specific hours before visiting.
Is Waffle House open on New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Waffle House restaurants will open on December 31st.
Is Krispy Kreme open on New Year’s Eve?
Krispy Kreme stores will be open as usual on December 31st, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Outback Steakhouse open on New Year’s Eve?
Most Outback Steakhouse locations will open Dec. 31, 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 New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Carrabba’s Italian Grill locations will open on Dec. 31, 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 New Year’s 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 New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Texas Roadhouse restaurants will be open for regular business hours on Dec. 31, a company spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY. Hours may vary by location, so we recommend checking with local restaurants for specific hours.
Is Applebee’s open on New Year’s Eve?
Some Applebee’s stores nationwide will remain open on New Year’s 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 New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Red Lobster restaurants will open on Dec. 31, 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 New Year’s Eve?
Yes, Maggiano’s Restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Dec. 31, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Fogo de Chão open on New Year’s Eve?
Yes, the Fogo de Chão restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Dec. 31, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY.
Is Chili’s open on New Year’s Eve?
Chili’s restaurants will be open as usual on December 31st, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.
Is First Watch open on New Year’s Eve?
Yes, First Watch stores will be open as usual on December 31st, 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.
