Restaurants Open Christmas Day And Christmas Eve In Old Town Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Many restaurants in Old Town Alexandria will be closed Christmas Eve or 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 Old Town 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 [email protected].

Make sure you call ahead for a reservation and to confirm hours at Old Town 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:

• Il Porto: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24 and 25.
• 1799 Prime Steak & Seafood: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Gadbsy's Tavern: Enjoy a Christmas Eve dinner at this centuries-old restaurant.
• The Majestic: Enjoy specials on Christmas Eve from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. On Christmas Day, a four-course prix fixe menu from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Christmas Day bar menu will be available. The prix-fixe menu will be $79 per person and $29 for kids.
• Oak Steakhouse: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• BARCA Pier & Wine Bar: This waterfront spot will offer specials on Christmas. Eve and Christmas Day. Hours are 12:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Day.
• The Warehouse: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Chart House: A special Christmas menu will be offered on Dec. 24 and 25. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
• Hank's Oyster Bar: Open for Christmas Eve dining on Dec. 24.
• Hen Quarter: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Kismet Modern Indian: Open for dining on Dec. 24.
• Ada’s On The River: Enjoy a three-course prix fixe in addition to the a la carte menu on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Prices are $79 per person and $29 for kids. Hours are 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Dec. 25.
• Mia’s Italian Kitchen: Enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu for $49 per person on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Hours are 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Christmas Day.
• Laporta's Restaurant: On Christmas Eve, enjoy a family Christmas dinner with jazzy Christmas carols for $79.99 per person. A three-course brunch menu will be offered for $49.99 per person from 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
• Vola’s Dockside Grill: Enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu for $49 per person. Hours are 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Christmas Day.
• Vermilion: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Virtue Feed and Grain: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• King & Rye: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Lady Camellia: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Bastille: A French Christmas Eve menu is being offered for $89 per person from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• The Wharf: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Theismann’s Restaurant and Bar: Feast on a Christmas Day Buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. for $59 per person and $19 for kids. Christmas Eve hours will be 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. with the regular menu.
• A La Lucia: Open for Christmas Eve reservations.
• Elaine's: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap: Enjoy a Christmas specials menu on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for brunch and 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Day.
• Blackwall Hitch: A Christmas Eve dinner is available for $70 per person from 3 p.m. to close.
• Murphy's Grand Irish Pub: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24 and 25.
• Vaso's Mediterranean Bistro: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• 219 Restaurant: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Emmy Squared Pizza: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Michael's on King: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Bistro Sancerre: Accepting reservations for Dec. 24.
• Delia's: Accepting reservations for Christmas Eve.
• Zikrayet Lebanese Restaurant & Lounge: Accepting reservations for Christmas Eve.
• Brabo: Open on Christmas Eve dining from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Open Christmas Day for brunch from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

• Applebee’s
• Bonefish Grill
• Boston Market
• Buffalo Wild Wings
• Burger King
• Carrabba’s Italian Grill (Christmas Eve only, (closest location in Woodbridge)
• Chart House
• 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
• 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
• 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