Last Updated On – 24th December, 2025

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San Antonio restaurants open on Christmas Day can save the holiday when you’d rather toast than roast. Below is a verified 2025 update featuring restaurants that are open on Thursday, December 25, 2025, with Christmas Day hours listed wherever publicly posted.

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Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2025 in San Antonio

Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails

Enjoy a special menu of holiday favorites at Ambler this Christmas Eve and Day. Available from 5 pm to 8 pm, enjoy dishes like a 14oz Texas Akaushi Prime Rib or Oven Roasted Turkey. Top it off with Egg Nog Crème Brûlée.

Chama Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse

We’re open for the holidays! Merry Christmas from Chama Gaucha! Celebrate with us this holiday season. Make your reservations now.

Chart House

Spend this Christmas at Chart House! Join us on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for a specially crafted 3-course menu.

Dashi Sichuan Kitchen + Bar

We’re open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Frederick’s Restaurant & Bistro

Open on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, but it is recommended to independently check operating hours before you go.

Four Brothers Southern Provisions

Check out our Christmas Menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and dine in with us!

Range San Antonio

We’re open on all holidays season Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, check out our Dinner menu and celebrate with us!

Paesanos

Open Christmas & New Year’s Day 4 PM – Late Night

Supper

Join us on Christmas Day and enjoy your choice of special holiday plates ($65) from 10 am – 8 pm.

The Palm San Antonio

We are open on Tue, Dec 24, 2024: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM & Wed, Dec 25, 2024: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Franchise Restaurants open Christmas Day 2025 in San Antonio

Applebee’s

Select Applebee’s locations nationwide will be open on Christmas, although hours may be reduced, the company told USA TODAY. Hours vary by location, so customers should contact their local restaurant for specific holiday hours before visiting.

Bar Louie

We’re Open on Christmas Day.

Burger King

According to the company, holiday hours vary by location, so it is best to check with your local restaurant for its specific hours.

Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel is open on Christmas Eve but closed on Christmas Day according to USA Today.

Denny’s

Indirect sources inform us that Denny’s will stay open 24/7 through the holidays as it usually is throughout the year.

Dunkin’

Dunkin’ hours vary by location, but most are open on Christmas Eve.

Denny’s

Denny’s will stay open 24/7 through the holidays as it usually is throughout the year.

Domino’s Pizza

Some Domino’s Pizza restaurants in the United States are open on Christmas Day.

Dunkin’

Dunkin’ hours vary by location, but most are open on Christmas Day.

Fogo de Chão

They will be open on Christmas Day from 11:00 am – 9:00 pm.

Hooters

Open on Christmas Eve: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm & Christmas Day: 4:00 pm – 12:00 am

IHOP

Yes, IHOP is open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day but hours will vary by location.

Joe’s Crab Shack

We are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2024!

Kona Grill

‘Tis the season at Kona Grill! Join us for Christmas Eve & Day Dinner; featuring our Prime Rib Surf & Turf, Turkey, Honey Glazed Ham, Holiday Cheers Menu & MORE (All Day Menu also available). Eat, drink & be merry!

McAlister’s Deli

We’re open on Christmas Day from 10:30 am – 9 pm.

McDonald’s

Hours vary by location, but most McDonald’s locations will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Morton’s The Steakhouse

Chateaubriand Holiday Dinner for Two is Only Available December 24 – 31, 2024. Enjoy the most delectable cut of filet this holiday season, perfect for any special gathering. Named after 19th-century French Romantic writer François-René de Chateaubriand, the word translates to “a very tender steak cut.”

P.F. Chang’s

Open both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Red Lobster

Red Lobster restaurants will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas according to USA Today.

Romano’s Macaroni Grill

Celebrate Christmas Eve and Day with us! We’re open from 11 AM to 10 PM on Christmas Eve and 11 AM to 8 PM on Christmas Day. Enjoy our full menu.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

They’ll be open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day to host you.

Starbucks

Starbucks store hours vary by location.

Subway

Subway restaurant hours vary by location. Please contact your local restaurant for specific holiday hours.

Taco Bell

Hours vary by location, but you can check your local Taco Bell’s hours on the site.

Texas de Brazil

Open for lunch on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and other holidays at 11 am.

Waffle House

All Waffle House locations are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including Christmas Eve. So, you can enjoy your favorite Waffle House meals on Christmas Eve in Austin.