Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Chicago

Chicago may be known for the bulls, but the city also has plenty of outstanding restaurants to choose from, too! However, finding a restaurant that's open on a holiday can be a little challenging anywhere. If you plan on dining out with family and friends instead of preparing a holiday feast at home, check out our list of some of the best restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Chicago.

Regardless of where you dine on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Chicago, you’re in for a treat. Reservations are filling up quickly, so it’s highly recommended you book a table for your family as soon as possible!

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Restaurant $

210 E Ohio St, Chicago IL, 60611

A Japanese BBQ spot where you cook your own meat at your own table grills.

River North

STK Chicago

Restaurant

9 W Kinzie St, Chicago IL, 60654

STK puts the modern steakhouse and chic lounge together in one sexy package. With an atmosphere and style unlike anywhere else, this is vibe dining.

Downtown Chicago

The Aberdeen Tap

Bar $

440 N Aberdeen St, Chicago IL, 60642

Cozy neighborhood tavern with gourmet pub fare, craft beers & a patio with skyline views. Come here once and you will want to return!! Corner of Aberdeen...

West Loop

Nico Osteria

Bar & Restaurant $

1015 N Rush St, Chicago IL, 60611

From the team behind One Off Hospitality Group, Executive Chef Paul Kahan and restaurateurs Donnie Madia, Terry Alexander and Kimberly Galban present Nico...

Gold Coast

Margeaux Brasserie

Restaurant $$

11 E Walton Street, Chicago IL, 60611

Located on the third floor of The Waldorf Astoria Chicago, Margeaux Brasserie is a classic, French dining experience reminiscent of 1920's Paris featuring...

Gold Coast

Café Robey

Bar & Restaurant $

1600 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago IL, 60647

Stylish French-American bistro in a chic hotel with street views & a second-floor cocktail lounge. Wicker Park's stylish modern bistro with street views...

West Town

Cherry Circle Room

Bar & Restaurant $$

12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago IL, 60603

Modern operation inside Chicago Athletic Hotel offering seasonal house cocktails & a refined menu. Supreme Cuts / Cocktails / Fine Foods / Top Quality.

Downtown Chicago

Smith & Wollensky Chicago Steakhouse

Restaurant $

318 N State St, Chicago IL, 60654

The ultimate steakhouse in the city that knows its steak. Adjacent to the Loop on bustling State Street, our Chicago location offers an impressive view...

River North

Fogo de Chão

Restaurant $$

5460 Park Pl, Rosemont IL, 60018

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

Downtown Chicago

Morton's The Steakhouse

4.8   (3)

1050 N State St, Chicago IL, 60610

Below street level and exuding the ambience of an exclusive club, Morton's continually wows diners with succulent cuts of sirloin, t-bones, and filet mignon....

Gold Coast

Harvest 365 Restaurant & Fresh Grill

5.0   (1)

7610 W. Roosevelt Road, Forest Park IL, 60130

Now open! Harvest 365 Restaurant and Fresh Grill available to you 365 days of the year!

Logan Square

NoMI Chicago

Restaurant $

800 N Michigan Ave, Chicago IL, 60611

A passion and commitment to the culture of great food. Rustic American cuisine with flavors inspired by the season. That is NoMI Kitchen, Lounge and Garden...

Magnificent Mile

Artango Bar & Steakhouse

Bar & Restaurant $

4767 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago IL, 60625

Argentinean fare, classic cocktails & tango shows, lessons, and dancing, live music featured in a swanky, 1920s-inspired setting.

Uptown Chicago