The last few years, my youngest and I keep saying we don’t want to cook and just want to sit, watch movies and be lazy on Christmas and just pick up some food, but we never seem to get the restaurants that are open right! Well, not this time. I’ve got a full list of restaurants that will be open, whether you are in Lincoln for the holidays or off visiting loved ones, we’ve got you covered.
Along with the restaurants below, check out Metro Dining Deliveries List for anything that may have been missed
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2021
Applebee’s: Some locations will be open regular hours, while some will be closed or have reduced hours. Call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Arby’s: Hours of operation will vary per location, so some restaurants may be open while others are closed. You should contact your local Arby’s for full hours and information.
Benihana: Most locations will be open, but may be operating on reduced hours; you can call your local restaurant for full hours and information and to make a reservation.
Boston Market: Select locations will be open and offering a special Christmas Day Menu; you can call your local restaurant for hours. You can also order one of their premade holiday meals for pickup or delivery.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Select locations will be open, but most Buffalo Wild Wings will be closed; you should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Burger King: Hours of operation vary per franchise, so some Burger King locations may be open while others may not, and some might have reduced hours. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Denny’s: All locations will be open but may be operating on reduced hours; you should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Domino’s: Many locations will be open, but hours of operation will vary by location. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Dunkin’: Most locations will be open, but the hours of operation can vary by location. You should call your local restaurant or check the Dunkin’ mobile app for more information.
Golden Corral: The buffet will be open and will offer a special Christmas Day buffet complete with all the holiday favorites. Some locations may have reduced holiday hours; you can call your local restaurant for full hours and information. Or, if you prefer to dine at home, Golden Corral is offering Holiday Meals To Go for a limited time.
IHOP: Most locations will be open, but you should call your local restaurant for full hours and information. You can also order IHOP’s Holiday Celebrations Family Feast to-go for an easy holiday breakfast.
McDonald’s: Most locations will remain open, but you should contact your local restaurant for hours and information.
Panda Express: Hours of operation vary per franchise, so some Panda Express locations may be open while others may not, and some might have reduced hours. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Papa John’s: Hours of operation will vary by location; you should contact your local restaurant or check the Papa John’s website for full hours and information.
Popeyes: Hours of operation vary per franchise, so some Popeyes locations may be open while others may not, and some might have reduced hours. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Sonic: Some locations will be open, but franchise-owned locations may be closed or have reduced hours. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Starbucks: All locations will be open (except those located within Target), but the hours of operation may vary per location, and stores may adjust their hours based on customer needs. You should call your local store or check the Starbucks mobile app for full hours and information.
Subway: Hours of operation vary per franchise, so some Subway locations may be open while others may not, and some might have reduced hours. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
TGI Fridays: Some locations may be open, but it will vary per franchise. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Tim Hortons: Hours of operation vary per franchise, so some Tim Hortons locations may be open while others may not, and some might have reduced hours. You should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.
Waffle House: All Waffle House locations are open 24/7, which includes Christmas Day. Because of course Waffle House is open.
Wendy’s: Most locations will be open, but you should call your local restaurant for full hours and information.