Guide to Fast Food Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve

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The holiday season is a time of celebration, and for many people, that means eating lots of delicious food. But what if you don’t have time to prepare a big, elaborate dinner? Or what if you’re on a budget? For some people, however, Christmas can also be a time of stress and anxiety. This is especially true if they are responsible for preparing the traditional Christmas dinner. Fast food is convenient and affordable for many people this time of year. If you are feeling overwhelmed with holiday activities. Not every fast-food restaurant is open, but this post will help you fin another local restaurant to eat at.

Fast food chain restaurants are a convenient and affordable option, but there are also some great sit-down places where you can get a great Christmas meal. Store hours may vary depending on the size of your town or city. If you live in a small city I would check their websites or call them directly.

The following fast-food chain restaurants are open Christmas Eve:

Burger King: Open, Regular Hours

Taco Bell: Open, Hours Vary

Dunkin’ Donuts: Open, Hours Vary

Del Taco: Open, Regular Hours

Pizza Hut: Open, Regular Hours

Papa John: Open, Regular Hours

McDonald’s: Open/Closed*

* Check with your local McDonald’s for store hours

The following fast-food restaurants have Christmas Day hours:

Burger King: Open, Special Hours

Del Taco: Open, Special Hours

McDonald’s: Open,

Dominos: Open

Dunkin’ Donuts: Open, Special Hours*

* Check with your local store for Christmas hours

The following sit-down restaurants are open Christmas Eve:

Buffalo Wild Wings: Open, Limited Hours*

Olive Garden: Open, Limited Hours*

Cracker Barrel: Open, Limited Hours*

Buca di Beppo: Open

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Open

Cheesecake Factory: Open

Waffle House: Open

Panda Express: Open

Applebees: Open, Limited Hours*

Denny’s: Open

Ihop: Open

* Call your specific location for exact holiday hours

The following sit-down restaurants are open Christmas Day:

Buffalo Wild Wings: Open

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Open*

Cheesecake Factory: Limited Open**

Waffle House: Open

Applebees: Open

Denny’s: Open

Ihop: Open

* Regular menu available and holiday menu

** Select locations in Las Vegas and Hawaii are open regular hours

If you’re looking for breakfast on Christmas morning I would be sure to call before heading out. Even though the restaurants on this list say they are open for normal hours I would be sure to double-check just to be safe! You’re more likely to get a Christmas brunch over breakfast. All of the sit-down options on this list will provide you a great holiday meal and will be happy to serve you!

So don’t worry – you can still enjoy your holiday celebrations without stress or anxiety. Just head to the local branch of your favorite restaurant from this list and enjoy some good food and company!