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Published December 25, 2023, 8:21 am ET
Certain IHOP locations will be open for IHOP on Christmas Day from Getty Images
Would you like to treat yourself this Christmas and leave the cooking to someone else?
Although many major chains and restaurants are closing their doors on December 24th and 25th, some establishments are still preparing a holiday meal that's sure to please this holiday season.
Before you go, double-check with your local branch for national chain hours, as they often vary by location during the holidays.
Will McDonald's be open on Christmas? How about other fast food chains?
The Golden Arches will be open on a case-by-case basis across the U.S. on Christmas Eve and Day. For specific opening times, use the McDonald's branch locator.
Select Wendy's locations will be open on Christmas Eve, the company announced.
Some McDonald's locations will be open on Christmas. Getty Images
Other fast food locations like Burger King, Taco Bell and Popeyes will have different hours this holiday season.
Chipotle will be closed on Christmas, but it will be business as usual on December 24th.
Select Boston Market locations are open on Christmas – all are open on Christmas Eve and offer catering options.
Cracker Barrel is one of the sit-down restaurants open on Christmas Eve. What are some others?
Cracker Barrel is open until 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve ZUMAPRESS.com
If you can't celebrate Christmas without Cracker Barrel's cookies, grab it early.
On Christmas Eve the chain is only open until 2 p.m. and closed the following day.
Select Applebee's restaurants will also be open on Christmas Eve, most with reduced hours.
Select Applebee's locations will be open Christmas Eve and Day. Christopher Sadowski
The Cheesecake Factory also opens its doors on the 24th.
Krispy Kreme locations will stay open until 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve if you need something quick for a holiday gathering. The shops remain closed on Christmas.
For those who find festive sweaters overrated and prefer the company of waiters in tank tops, Hooters is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 4 p.m. on Christmas Day.
Denny's will be open Christmas Eve and Day, as will Morton's Steakhouse locations.
And the Waffle House will be open Christmas Eve and Day.
The Waffle House is open on Christmas. jetcityimage
Will Starbucks be open on Christmas? What else?
Most Starbucks locations are open on Christmas. sirintra – stock.adobe.com
If you need to be caffeinated to get through the trip to your in-laws, perk up!
The vast majority of Starbucks stores will be open on Christmas – you can find individual opening times here.
Fox reports that many Dunkin' locations will also be open, with the chain encouraging customers to check specific hours via the Dunkin' app.
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