Restaurants Open on Christmas in Boston

1. Joe's on Newbury – Boston

A Back Bay stalwart, Joe's distinctive American fare features steaks and seafood as well as holiday favorites for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The restaurant takes reservations over the phone (617-536-4200) and through OpenTable.

2. Tamo Bistro + Bar – Boston

Tamo is a picturesque Boston Seaport restaurant with a festive ambiance. Enjoy the views of the Boston Harbor while making holiday memories. In addition to the regulear menu, Tamo will feature a roasted Prime Rib special for Christmas 2024. Reservations can be made online via OpenTable or by calling 617-385-4304.

 
The Liberty Hotel has extraordinary holiday decor and restaurants open on Christmas! Photo courtesy of the Liberty Hotel

3. Clink. – Boston

This Christmas, Clink. serves up main courses and delicious delicacies. Boston's Clink is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner for Christmas 2024. This popular restaurant at the Liberty Bar is also hosting New Year's Eve prix fixe dinners. Reserve online or call 617-224-4004 to book your table.

4. Cantina Italiana – Boston

Cantina Italiana is open on Christmas in Boston for dinner and lunch. Families in the mood for a delicious, traditional Italian meal will get their Christmas wish granted. Reserve online or call 617-723-4577 to reserve.

5. Smith & Wollensky – Boston-Atlantic Wharf, Wellesley, & Burlington

All 3 locations of Smith & Wollensky's are open on Christmas Eve where they will be serving the popular winter menu. Tempt kids with steaks and burgers as well as mouthwatering desserts like Gigantic Chocolate Cake and Baked Alaska. Call 617-778-2200 (Congress St. location) to reserve.

Restaurants Open On Christmas Near Boston

6. Concord's Colonial Inn – Concord

The Annual Christmas Day Brunch at the Colonial Inn is open once again! Enjoy a seafood bar, roasted meats, and seasonal favorites prepared by the chefs. Concord's Colonial Inn also features a Christmas Eve Buffet. Reservations are required for both. Call 978-341-8202 to reserve your spot.

Boston Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve

 
Smith & Wollensky has a family-friendly holiday atmosphere, and is one of Boston's restaurants open on Christmas Eve. Photo courtesy of the restaurant

7. Rowes Wharf Sea Grille – Boston

Ring in the holiday with a gorgeous waterfront view at this classic seafood restaurant. Chef David Daniels has many specialties on the menu, including seafood towers and king crab mac and cheese. While the kids might enjoy some of the adult macaroni, there's also a nautical-themed kids menu for the younger guests. Reserve a table online.

8. Henrietta's Table – Cambridge

On Christmas day, head on over to The Charles Hotel for a warm breakfast or an afternoon/early evening meal that will be sure to satisfy you. Known for a fresh farm-to-table dining experience, your taste buds will thank you. Reserve your table online, or call 617-661-5005.

9. Town Meeting Bistro – Lexington

On December 24, bring the whole family for a prix-fixe brunch menu at Inn at Hastings Park. Enjoy the atmosphere of the restored historic main house and celebrate the Christmas season with a delicious buffet. The price for adults is $120; children ages 4-12 are $50; children under 3 eat free. Peruse the menu and reserve online.

10. Toscano – Cambridge

Travel across the world without leaving the Boston area at Toscan0. The tastes and aromas on Christmas Eve will make you think that you were truly on a Tuscan vacation. Enjoy real Italian hospitality while dining on antipasti, cheeses, pasta, pizza, and much more. Reserve online.

11. Branch Line – Watertown

If you've dined at Branch Line for weekend brunch, you know you can look forward to some yummy comfort food on Christmas Eve. Branch Line's favorites typically include the signature rotisserie chicken, as well as  seafood, steaks, and yummy sides. Reserve your table online or call 617-420-1900.

  
Head out for a holiday feast at these Boston restaurants open onChristmas 2024. Photo courtesy of Canva

Boston Restaurants Open For Christmas Takeout

12. Flour Bakery + Cafe – Multiple Locations

This Boston favorite (with ten locations) is providing customers with a Christmas Order pick-up option this year. Order online, with such menu options as chicken pot pie and braised beef. Be sure to add plenty of the restaurant's phenomenal desserts – sure to make things merry. Orders must be placed by December 20 or 21, depending on the date of pickup (December 23 or 24).

13. Saltbox Kitchen – Concord

The website reads, "This holiday season, let us do the cooking!" Go ahead and take them up on their offer by ordering your Christmas meal online now. Place your order before December 17 for pickup on December 23. Enjoy items such as braised beef short ribs and brown sugar ham. 

Updated 12/23, 12/24