Local, National Chains Open In Oswego Christmas Day, Christmas Eve

OSWEGO, IL — Not everyone wants to cook Christmas Eve supper or Christmas Day dinner, but there will be some places open in Oswego and the surrounding area that will cook up something scrumptious for your group — if you get a reservation now before they're snapped up.

Choices in Oswego include:

• Oswego Family Restaurant, 69 S. Main St., will be open for regular hours on Christmas Eve.
• Tap House Grill, 123 W. Washington St., will be open until 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
• 113 Main, 113 Main St., will be open until 7:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
• Benny's Place, 1158 Douglas Road, will be open until about 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
• Cooper's Hawk, 998 Route 30 in Montgomery, will be open on Christmas Eve.

Know of other spots around Oswego that will be open for Christmas? Reach out to emily.rosca@patch.com and we'll be sure to update the list.

Several national chains are also open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or both. Participation and hours may vary by location, so be sure to call ahead:

Applebee’s: The casual restaurant is usually open but closes early on Christmas Eve, although that varies by location. Restaurants are closed on Christmas Day.

Arby’s: The fast-food chain is open on Christmas Eve but will be closed on Christmas Day.

Bar Louie: The restaurant and bar is open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Reduced hours may apply.

Benihana: The Japanese and sushi restaurant will be open both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, but hours of operation will vary by location.

Buca di Beppo: The fast-casual Italian restaurant is on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, though participation may vary by location.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Restaurants are open on Christmas Eve, but may close an hour or so earlier than usual. Hours on Christmas Day vary by location and local regulations, but most will be closed.

Burger King: The fast-food chain will be open for regular hours on Christmas Eve and some will be open for reduced hours on Christmas Day.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill: The restaurant is open on Christmas Eve, although hours vary by location, and closed on Christmas Day.

Chili’s Bar & Grill: The restaurant is open on Christmas Eve (hours may vary by location) but is closed on Christmas Day.

Chipotle: The Mexican restaurant is open on Christmas Eve but not on Christmas Day.

Cracker Barrel: Restaurants are open until 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.

Dave & Buster’s: The sports bar and restaurant is open Christmas Eve but closed on Christmas Day.

Denny’s: The diner-style restaurant is open 24 hours a day.

Domino’s Pizza: Pizza deliveries will be made Christmas Day, but participation may vary by location.

Fleming’s Fine Steakhouse & Wine Bar: This upscale steakhouse and restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

Fogo de Chão: The Brazilian restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Day.

Golden Corral: The buffet-style restaurant is open on Christmas Eve, with most locations open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and closed on Christmas Day.

Hard Rock Cafe: Most locations will be open both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Hooters: Locations will be open from 4 p.m. to midnight on Christmas. Locations in Kansas City will be open from 11 a.m. for the Chiefs game and close at 10:30 p.m.