Don’t feel like cooking a big Christmas dinner? Several restaurants in Des Moines are open on Christmas Day.
We suggest making reservations, as many places do fill up. We hope you enjoy a stress-free holiday!
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Where to Eat Out on Christmas Day
Angry Goldfish 301 SW 9th St, Des Moines, 515-288-2358
The Dam Pub 710 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, 515-279-4449
Mulberry Street Tavern 206 6th Avenue, Des Moines, 515-985-2066
Hibachi Grill, Windsor Heights 1801 22nd St West Des Moines, 515-267-8383
AJ’s Steakhouse, Altoona 1 Prairie Meadows Drive 515-967-1000
Bravo! Italian Kitchen 120 South Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines, 515-724-0130
Opa!, West Des Moines 2800 University Ave Suite 450 West Des Moines, 515-433-3088
Open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 950 Jordan Creek Pkwy suite 1100, West Des Moines, 515-416-6080
Denny’s 11820 Hickman Rd, Clive 515-331-0249
Istanbul Grill Cafe & Bakery, 3281 100th St, Urbandale
Let us know if there are other restaurants to add to our list!
We work hard to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, locations, and other information before heading to an event or activity, since it may change.
I called Drake Diner to inquire as to what hours they will be open Christmas day. They informed me they are NOT open that day.
thank you for letting us know. we have updated our listing.
We are looking for a place to eat the evening of Christmas. I called a few of the restaurants listed on this site. There are some errors & clarifications I would like to suggest.
1) Drake Diner is not open on Christmas day.
2) Cajun Belle is not an eat-in restaurant. It is drive-thru only.
2) Hibachi Grill & Buffet phone number is: 515-267-8383
Thank you
Thank you for letting us know. We have updated our listings.
Denny’s is open 365 days a year, Cafe on Douglas
Below is listed from The Des Moines Register:
Ruth Chris, Valley Pub. Los Laurels, Truemans, Ninja Sushi & Ramen, Pally’s Bar & Grill, some have special hours or special menu’s, for Christmas day.
I would love to know which sit down Chinese Restaurants are open on Christmas Day and if they take reservations.
Thank you so much for doing the work here finding out what restaurants are open 2025 Christmas. Really appreciated🎄 I believe Red lobster will also be open.