Don’t want to cook on Christmas? These Columbus restaurants are open for the holiday
If you just can’t bring yourself to cook one more meal, there are lots of options in the Columbus area to get you out of the house.
While a lot of restaurants in Columbus will be closing for Christmas Day, there will still be some dining options for those who would rather not cook.
Options for takeout
Some restaurants are offering options for customers to order ahead of time for meals they can heat up at home.
- Cracker Barrel offers holiday meals that can be ordered ahead. The meals feature ham, dressing, gravy, cranberry relish, macaroni and cheese and other sides.
- The Honey Baked Ham Co. say customers can choose dinners with either ham, turkey or both along with a selection of side dishes for their holiday meal.
- Midtown Provisions will provide your Christmas meats, but you should place your orders by Friday, Dec. 20.
Restaurants open Christmas Day
Here’s a list of restaurants in the Columbus area that will be open on Dec. 25:
Bytes and Brews at 117 12th St. from 4 p.m. to midnight.
The Juicy Seafood at 6780 Veterans Parkway from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Dishoom Bistro at 2603 Manchester Expressway from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Chef Lee’s Peking Restaurant at 6100 Bradley Park Drive from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Denny’s at 3239 Macon Road.
Fuji Japanese Steakhouse at 6499 Veterans Parkway suite 8 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Kiou Asian Express at 700 Ruffie Way, Midland, Georgia, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Mi Mexico Restaurant Bar & Grill at 4475 Warm Springs Road from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet at 2040 Auburn Ave. from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Waffle House at all locations are open normal business hours.
Wasabi Japanese Steakhouse at 1808 Manchester Expressway from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Hangout Bar & Grill at 6060 Veterans Parkway from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
IHOP at 2939 N. Lake Parkway from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
IHOP at 6317 Talokas Lane from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Italian Soul at 4022 University Ave. Ste 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lemongrass Thai and Sushi at 2435 Wynnton Road from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Mizu Ramen Bar at 6073 Veterans Parkway from 11 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.
The Office Sports Bar & Grill at 2979 N. Lake Parkway #800 will open at 4 p.m.
Saffron Columbus at 5300 Sidney Simons Blvd., Suite 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Thai and Thai Columbus at 5870 Veterans Parkway from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Taste of India at 2301 Airport Thruway from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and a buffet from 11 a.m.. to 3 p.m.
Business as usual
Here are some other national chains that are usually open on the holiday. However, it’s best to check their hours because they may vary.
McDonald’s
Burger King
Wendy’s
Starbucks
Dunkin’ Donuts
Taco Bell
Hooter’s
Red Lobster
If your restaurant will be open for Christmas, please email us at srose@ledger-enquirer.com to be added to the list.
This story was originally published December 19, 2024 at 2:21 PM.
