Restaurants Open Christmas Day And Christmas Eve In Greater Alexandria

HYBLA VALLEY, VA — Many restaurants in greater Alexandria will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, but some will remain open to serve people who don’t want to fuss with a big meal, are traveling or who don’t celebrate the holiday.

We’ve curated a list of restaurants around greater Alexandria — ranging from small businesses to national chains for people who are on the road for the holidays — that are open Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, unless otherwise noted. If you know of other restaurants offering Christmas dining or specials, send an email to Emily.Leayman@patch.com.

Make sure you call ahead for a reservation and to confirm hours at greater Alexandria locations. Some restaurants may offer limited hours, and not all locations of chains are open for the holidays.

Here are the local restaurants offering specials:

• Della J's Delectables: Orders are being accepted for Christmas dinner packages for pickup on Dec. 23 or 24.
• Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant: Open Dec. 24 and closed on Dec. 25.
• Cedar Knoll: Reservations offered on Dec. 24 but not Dec. 25.
• River Bend Bistro: Reservations are available on Dec. 24 but not Dec. 25.
• Hollin Hall Pastry Shop: Open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 24 and closed on Dec. 25. Pre-order should be placed at least two days in advance.
• Chalkboard Wings & BBQ: Pre-orders are being accepted through Dec. 20 for pickup between Dec. 21 and 24.

The list below includes national chain information compiled by Good Housekeeping, Pioneer Woman and Travellers Quest.

• Applebee’s
• Bonefish Grill (Christmas Eve only, closest location in Kingstowne)
• Boston Market
• Buffalo Wild Wings
• Burger King
• Carrabba’s Italian Grill (Christmas Eve only, (closest location in Woodbridge)
• Chart House (closest location in Alexandria)
• Chevy’s Fresh Mex (closest location in Arlington)
• Chili’s (Christmas Eve only)
• Cracker Barrel (Christmas Eve only, closest location in Dumfries)
• Dave & Buster’s (closest location in Springfield)
• Del Frisco’s Grille (closest location in DC)
• Denny’s
• Domino’s Pizza Delivery
• Dunkin’
• Five Guys Burgers and Fries
• Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (Christmas Eve only, closest location in Tysons)
• Fogo de Chão (closest location in Tysons)
• Golden Corral (closest location in Bailey's Crossroads)
• Hard Rock Cafe (closest location in DC)
• IHOP (closest location in Alexandria)
• McCormick & Schmick’s (closest location in Arlington)
• McDonald’s
• Morton’s The Steakhouse (closest location in Arlington)
• Olive Garden (Christmas Eve only, closest location in Bailey's Crossroads or Woodbridge)
• Outback Steakhouse (Christmas Eve only)
• Panda Express
• Romano’s Macaroni Grill (closest location in Kingstowne)
• Ruth’s Chris Steak House (closest location in Arlington)
• Shake Shack (closest location in National Harbor)
• Starbucks
• Steak ‘n Shake (hours may differ at George Mason University location)
• TGI Fridays
• Taco Bell (Christmas Eve only)
• Wendy’s