what fast food restaurants are open on christmas day 2025

Many major fast-food chains are open on Christmas Day 2025, but hours vary by location and some brands close entirely for the holiday, so checking local store hours is essential before you go.

Major chains likely open

Several big-name spots plan to operate on December 25, usually with reduced or location-dependent hours.

• McDonald’s – Most locations open with shortened hours; exact schedule depends on the franchise.

• Burger King – Many stores open, but hours vary by location.

• Wendy’s – Numerous locations open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with reduced hours.

• Dunkin’ – Many shops open, often on a shorter schedule than usual.

• Arby’s – A large share of locations open Christmas Day, but not all, and timing can differ.

• Subway – Some locations open, as each franchise sets its own holiday schedule.

• Domino’s / Pizza Hut – Select pizza locations open with franchise-based hours, including delivery in many areas.

• Starbucks – Some cafés open, especially in busy or travel-heavy areas, but not chain-wide.

• Denny’s, IHOP, Waffle House – Denny’s and IHOP are generally open (often 24/7 or near it), and Waffle House is famously open all day, including holidays.

Chains typically closed

A few popular fast-food brands close nationwide (or mostly) on Christmas Day to give staff the day off.

• Chick-fil-A – Marked as closed on Christmas Day across the chain.

• Taco Bell – Listed as closed on December 25, though open on Christmas Eve with limited hours.

• In-N-Out – Closed on Christmas Day; usually open late on Christmas Eve.

• Raising Cane’s – Closed on Christmas Day with normal or reduced hours on Christmas Eve.

• Chipotle – Closed on December 25, with shortened hours on December 24.

Quick reference table (Christmas Day 2025)

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Chain	Christmas Day 2025 status	Notes
McDonald’s	Mostly open	Reduced hours; check app or locator.
Burger King	Mostly open	Franchise-dependent hours.
Wendy’s	Many open	Confirm locally; reduced schedule.
Dunkin’	Mostly open	Shorter than normal hours.
Arby’s	Mostly open	Varies by store; call ahead.
Starbucks	Some open	Higher chance in busy or travel areas.
Domino’s	Some open	Franchise-based; delivery often available.
Pizza Hut	Some open	Use store locator for hours.
Denny’s	Open	Many locations 24/7; still verify locally.
IHOP	Open	Hours can vary by restaurant.
Waffle House	Open	Known for 24/7, including Christmas.
Chick-fil-A	Closed	Nationwide closure on Christmas Day.
Taco Bell	Closed	Open Christmas Eve with limited hours.
In-N-Out	Closed	Usually open late on Christmas Eve only.
Raising Cane’s	Closed	Regular or reduced hours on Christmas Eve.
Chipotle	Closed	Open with reduced hours on Dec. 24.
Subway	Varies	Some open; fully franchise-driven.

How to confirm your local options

Because most of these brands are franchise-based, each specific restaurant can make its own holiday decision.

• Use the chain’s website or app store locator to see Christmas Day hours for your nearest location.
• Check Google Maps for “Holiday hours” and recent user updates.

• Call the restaurant directly, especially if you are driving a long distance or ordering for a group.

Information gathered from public data and news sources and portrayed here.