Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, diners can cross a delicious, stress-free meal off their Christmas wish list. Many area restaurants, both chains with multiple area locations and independents, will be open Christmas Day for dine-in service. Here are some low-cost and moderate-price options (with a few of the fancy schmantzy spots in case you are in the mood to splurge).
We will continue to update this list so check here for the latest additions. If you know of any we have missed, send an email to info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to add to the list.
As always, we strongly suggest you call ahead to confirm hours of operation for restaurants that do not require reservations.
Chain Restaurants
Denny’s
Christmas is actually the diner chain’s busiest day of the year. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all 24-hours of Christmas Day. Offers a traditional Turkey & Dressing dinner featuring tender carved turkey breast, savory stuffing, turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, two additional sides and fresh bread for dine-in or takeout. 2022
Dunkin’
Dunkin’ of Denver will be open on Christmas Day. However, store hours will vary by location, depending on the franchisee. You can check your local Dunkin’s hours on Christmas Day through the mobile app. 2022
IHOP
Open all day (24-hours restaurants will keep to schedule, hours may vary at other locations). 2022
Starbucks
Select locations open. Limited hours. 2022
TGI Fridays
Denver (Northfield) location open 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Longmont location open 12 p.m. – 12 a .m. 2022
Village Inn
Open all day (though hours may vary by location). 2022
Waffle House
Open all day. Regular menu. 2022
Individual Restaurants
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Bar Louie
Opens for “relative relief” at 4 p.m. on Christmas Day until midnight. Serving regular menu plus bar specials. Locations in Belmar (7111 W. Alaska Dr., Lakewood, 720-677-7500) and Northfield (8332 E. Northfield Blvd., Denver, 720-677-6600). 2022
Benihana
Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at both locations Broomfield (515 Zang St., 303-410-0482) and Denver (3295 S. Tamarac Dr., 303-750-0200). Reservations suggested. 2022
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Restaurant
Open 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. 1437 California St., Denver, 303-623-4867. 2022
The Chart House
Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations required. 25908 Genessee Trail Rd., Golden. 303-526-9813. 2022
Citizen Rail
Open hours 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Reservations strongly suggested. 1899 16th St., Denver, 303-323-0017. 2022
Corinne Restaurant
Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended. 1455 California St., Denver, 720-996-1555. 2022
Crave Mediterranean Grill
Open for dine-in and take-out. Regular menu. 1000 S. Colorado Blvd., Ste. 103 (adjacent to Barnes & Noble), Glendale, 720-379-8465. 2022
Crossroads Tavern & Grille at The Summit
Open for dining with its regular menu. Also enjoy bowling, laser tag and arcade games. 580 E 144th Ave., Thornton, 303-254-8888. 2022
Del Frisco’s Cherry Creek
Open 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Regular menu. Reservations strongly suggested. 100 St. Paul St., Denver, 303-320-8529. 2022
Downtown Aquarium
Open noon to 8 p.m. Special holiday 3-course dinner. Regular menu featuring seafood and steak. Reservations strongly suggested. 700 Water St., Denver. 303-561-4450. 2022
EDGE
Open all day except for 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Regular menu also available. Reservations strongly suggested. Inside Four Seasons Denver, 1111 14th St., Denver, 303-389-3050. 2022
Fire at the ART, a hotel
Serves Christmas brunch from 6:30 a.m. to 12 p.m and dinner service from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. (dinner will also be offered on Christmas Eve). Free valet parking. Reservations required. 1201 Broadway, Denver, 303-572-8000. 2022
Fogo de Chao
Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations suggested. 1513 Wynkoop St., Denver or 8419 Park Meadows Center Dr., Lone Tree, 303-481-4001. 2022
Golden Shanghai
Open noon to 9 p.m. Limited menu. 1412 S. Parker Rd., A-134, Denver, 303-743-7666. 2022
Great Scotts Eatery
Open. Hours to be confirmed. Denver location (1295 Cortez St., Denver, 303-428-3558) Broomfield location (7510 U.S. Hwy 287, Broomfield, 303-469-5291). 2022
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
Open 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Regular menu, plus special holiday course for 2 or 3 people. 1998 18th St. (near Union Station), Denver, 720-726-4068. 2022
Henry’s Tavern
Open 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Regular menu. 500 16th St., Unit 184B, Denver, 720-399-8466. 2022
Hotel Boulderado’s Mezzanine
Serves a sumptuous Christmas Buffet with prime rib, leg of lamb, salmon, shrimp and crab cocktails and more ($75 per adult, $35 per child 4-12, kids under 4 eat free) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special assortment of Christmas cookies available on the dessert menu. Reservations required. Inside the Hotel Boulderado, 2115 13th St. Boulder. 2022
Jerusalem Restaurant
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 8 a.m. to 4 a.m. (that’s not a typo, it is a.m.) Near DU campus. 1890 Evans, Denver, 303-777-8828. 2022
Kachina Cantina
Open. Hours to be confirmed. Regular menu, plus special Holiday Dinner. Reservations suggested. 1890 Wazee St., Denver, 720-460-2728. 2022
Kona Grill
Open 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Small holiday menu available featuring prime rib, ham, and turkey specials as well as a holiday kid’s meal and pumpkin pie. Full menu also available. Reservations strongly suggested. 3000 E. 1st Ave. (in the Cherry Creek Shopping Center), Denver, 720-974-1300. 2022
Little Ollie’s
Open 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Limited menu. 2364 E. 3rd Ave., Denver, 303-316-8888. 2022
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Macaroni Grill
Open 12 a.m. to 8 p.m. Regular menu. Reservations suggested. 10411 Town Center Dr., Westminster, 303-439-9333. 2022
Narrative
Open. Hours to be confirmed. Reservations strongly suggested. 222 Milwaukee St., Denver, 720-571-8080. 2022
New York Deli News
Open 364 days a year including Christmas Day, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7105 E. Hampden Ave., Denver, 303-759-4741. 2022
Quality Italian Steakhouse
Open 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Regular menu with a special holiday plate. Reservations strongly suggested. 241 Columbine St., Denver, 303-532-8888. 2022
Simms Steakhouse
Open 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. serves steaks and seafood. Reservations required. 11911 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood, 303-237-0465. 2022
SOL Mexican Cocina
Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Regular menu. Reservations strongly recommended. 200 Columbine St., Unit 110, Denver, 303-953-2208. 2022
Spruce Farm & Fish
Brunch served from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Full menu and holiday specials. Inside the Hotel Boulderado. 2115 13th St. Boulder. 2022
STK-Denver
Open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Special holiday menu. Regular brunch and dinner menu also available. Reservations strongly suggested. 1550 Market St., Denver, 720-597-8010. 2022
Table Mountain Grill & Cantina
Serves a Santa Fe Feast on Christmas Day. Limited menu and holiday specials. Reservations recommended. Brunch is 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner is from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. 1310 Washington Ave., Golden, 303-216-8040. 2022
The Corner Office Restaurant
Dine in-restaurant from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Daily Grind Brunch. From noon to 7 p.m., they serve a Christmas buffet at $55 per adult and $35 per child. 1401 Curtis St., Denver, 303-825-6500. 2022
The Original – Denver
Open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Brunch and regular menu available. Reservations strongly recommended. 1600 20th St., Denver, 720-769-1414. 2022
Toro Latin Kitchen
Final seating at 8 p.m. $52 per person for entire pre-fixe menu. Reservations strongly suggested. 150 Clayton Lane, in the JW Marriott, Denver, 303-253-3000. 2022
Urban Farmer
Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Denver steakhouse offers a prix fixe holiday menu ($75 per adult and $35 per child under 12). Reservations strongly suggested. 1659 Wazee St (adjacent to The Oxford Hotel)., Denver, 303-262-6070. 2022
Venice Ristorante
Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Special Christmas menu. Reservations strongly suggested. 1700 Wynkoop, Denver, 303-534-2222. 2022
ViewHouse Ballpark
Open for a holiday brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ($46.95 for adults, $13.95 for kids 6-12, and kids 5 and under eat free). Special Christmas cocktail menu also available. Featured at the Centennial (7101 S. Clinton Street, Centennial, 303-790-8440) and Colorado Springs (7114 Campus Drive, Colorado Springs, 719-394-4137) locations) locations. 2022
A number of other restaurants will also be open on Christmas Day. The easiest way to check availability is to use OpenTable. Type in December 25, the time you want to dine, and the site will pull up a list of available restaurants and allow you to make a reservation.
