Turkey and ham may be two of the most popular main dishes at Christmas, but not everyone enjoys a traditional feast.

If you’d rather treat yourself to brunch on Santa’s big day, you might want to look for restaurants open on December 25th.

From pancakes and waffles to eggs and bacon and everything in between, IHOP is known for its breakfast items. But is the restaurant chain open on Christmas? We’ve done all the research so you don’t have to.

Is IHOP open Christmas 2024?

According to an IHOP spokesperson, the restaurant chain will be open and welcoming customers on Christmas. As always, customers should check their local restaurant hours in advance as hours may vary by location.

Other restaurants are open on Christmas

Whether you’re looking to curb your pre-brunch caffeine cravings or are looking for other brunch options, there are plenty of other restaurants open on Christmas.

• Chevy’s Fresh Mex: Chevy’s Fresh Mex serves a brunch menu between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and the regular menu all day on Christmas.
• Denny’s: Denny’s Restaurants will open their doors for business on Christmas. Customers can check their location’s holiday hours online.
• El Torito: Between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. local time, El Torito locations will be serving an all-you-can-eat Christmas brunch buffet on December 25th. The regular menu is served between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m
• McDonald’s: Most McDonald’s locations will be open on Christmas, while some will remain closed. Customers can confirm local store hours using the chain’s store locator tool.
• Starbucks: Holiday hours vary at Starbucks, but some locations will be open on Christmas while others may be closed. To check each location’s hours of operation, customers can consult the Starbucks app or website.
• Waffle House: Waffle House restaurants are open on Christmas.