Restaurants Open On Christmas Day 2021 In Rhode Island

PROVIDENCE, RI — In 2020, many Rhode Island residents opted for small, low-key holiday celebrations as coronavirus cases soared nationwide and public health experts urged social distancing.

We weren’t used to Christmas without the trimmings; however, while the situation was not ideal, many of us realized large, stressful holiday gatherings aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. This year, many may again opt to keep Christmas simple and unhurried.

Doing so could mean letting someone else take care of the holiday festivities entirely. This includes the cooking.

If that’s the route you’re going this Christmas, we certainly won’t blame you. Luckily, several local and chain restaurants in Rhode Island plan to be open on Christmas Day.

Also, here are the chain restaurants expected to be open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, unless otherwise noted, according to lists compiled by The Pioneer Woman, Woman’s Day and Food Network.

• Applebee’s

• Boston Market

• Buffalo Wild Wings

• Carrabba's Italian Grill: Open Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.

• Chili’s: Open Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.

• Cracker Barrel: Open Christmas Eve until 2 p.m.; closed Christmas Day.

• Denny’s

• Domino’s

• Dunkin’

• Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse: Open Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.

• IHOP

• McDonald’s

• Olive Garden: Open Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day.

• Outback Steakhouse: Open Christmas Eve until 8 p.m.; closed Christmas Day.

• Starbucks

• Sonic

Again, hours can vary by location. Always call ahead to make sure your local restaurant of choice is open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.

This article originally appeared on the Cranston Patch