Christmas dinner is great, in theory. But after an early morning of opening presents, its preparation often proves daunting.
Whether you celebrate the holiday or not, for some people the thought of toiling away in the kitchen holds no appeal.
There’s nothing wrong with going out to eat on Dec. 25. And while many major restaurant chains are closed, a surprising number plan to be open (assuming staffing issues don’t prevent that).
It’s a good idea to call ahead and confirm first. (And, of course, whether you choose to dine in depends on local restrictions and COVID levels.) But here’s a look at some of the places where you can find everything from a traditional turkey dinner to holiday buffalo wings.
Restaurants open on Christmas Day 2021
Applebee’s
Benihana
Boston Market
Buca de Beppo
Buffalo Wild Wings
Chart House
Del Taco
Denny’s
Domino’s Pizza
Dunkin’
Fogo de Chão
Golden Corral
HomeTown Buffet
Huddle House
IHOP
Kona Grill
Legal Sea Foods
McCormick & Schmick’s
McDonald’s
Metro Diner
Morton’s the Steakhouse
Panda Express
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Romano’s Macaroni Grill
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Sizzler
Smith & Wollensky
Sonic
Starbucks
TGI Friday’s
Waffle House
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