Overview
- Many national chains will operate on Dec. 25, with Waffle House, IHOP, Denny’s, McDonald’s and Wendy’s offering service, often with reduced hours or limited menus.
- Select full‑service restaurants have posted set holiday schedules, including Fogo de Chão (11 a.m.–9 p.m.), Kona Grill (10 a.m.–10 p.m.), Legal Sea Foods (noon–8 p.m.) and Smith & Wollensky (11:30 a.m.–9 p.m.).
- Starbucks and Dunkin’ plan to open only certain locations, commonly in airports, hospitals and busy city centers.
- Availability can depend on franchise decisions, with concepts like Subway operating store by store and Firehouse Subs indicating most units will be closed.
- Several prominent brands will close for the holiday, including Chick‑fil‑A, Chipotle, Cracker Barrel, Taco Bell, Panera and Krispy Kreme.