OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Wondering what’s open this holiday? We’ve got you covered with restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, offering everything from casual bites to upscale dining options.
Christmas Eve
Amrit Palace – open regular hours.
Applebee’s Grill & Bar – open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Arthur’s American Bistro at the Hilton Ocala – Breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m., lunch from 12 to 2 p.m., and dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. The bar closes at 9 p.m.
Ayuttaya Thai Cuisine – open regular hours
Big Lee’s – open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Bob Evans – open until 7 p.m.
Bonefish Grill – open 11 a.m. t0 9 p.m.
Braised Onion – open 11;30 a.m. to 8 p.m. In addition to the regular menu, there will be a Chef’s Special of prime rib. Reservations are suggested.
Breakfast station – open until 12 p.m.
Brick City Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar – open until 6 p.m.
Brooklyn’s Backyard – open 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cantina Tex-Mex and Tequila Bar – open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill – open regular hours.
Charlie Horse – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Chicken Salad Chick – open until 2 p.m. Buy two small Quick Chicks and get one small Quick Chick free.
Chili’s Bar & Grill – open regular hours.
China Lee Buffet – open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Cracker Barrel – open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Crazy Cucumber Eatery & Bar – open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Denny’s – open regular hours.
Diner on the Square – open 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
District Bar & Kitchen – 0pen 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Edo Sushi & Japanese Steakhouse – open regular hours
El Toreo – open regular hours. Management says that they may close early if slow.
Elevation 89 at the Ocala Airport – open 11 a.m. with final seating at 4 p.m. Reservations suggested. They will be offering a Christmas Eve Around the World dinner buffet.
Fiore’s Cafe – open regular hours
First Watch – open 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Franco’s Italian Restaurant – open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Golden Corral – open regular hours.
Grace Japanese Steakhouse – open regular hours
Harry’s Seafood – open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Hooters – open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Horse & Hounds – open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
IHOP – open regular hours
Ipanema Brazilian Steak House – open 4 to 7:30 p.m.
Iron Skillet – open regular hours.
Ivy on the Square – open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe – open 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot – open 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Lakis Greek Restaurant – open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., but management says they may close early if slow.
Live Fire Chefs – open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
LongHorn Steakhouse – open 10:45 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Mesa de Notte – open 3 to 9 p.m.
Milano Italian Grille – open 12 to 9 p.m.
Mimi’s Cafe – open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Mission BBQ – open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
My Quate – open regular hours
Ocean Buffet – open regular hours
Olive Garden – open regular hours
Outback Steakhouse – open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Pasta Faire – open regular hours. There will be a special menu available that includes a Seven Fishes option as well as prime rib, and a Kris Kringle Italian sampler.
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza – open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Red Lobster – open regular hours.
Red Robin – open regular hours, but management says they may close early if slow.
Remington’s Prime Steakhouse – open 4-9 p.m.
Romas Italian Restaurant – open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Scrambles Cafe – open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sonny’s BBQ – open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Southern Pig & Cattle – open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Stella’s Modern Pantry – open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Storming Crab – open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Club at Candler Hills – open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with reservations strongly recommended. They will be offering a special menu.
The Mojo Grill & Catering Company – open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tony’s Sushi – open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Waffle House – open regular hours.
WingHouse – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Yellow Pony Pub & Garden – open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Riccardo’s – open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Christmas Day
Amrit Palace – open regular hours.
Arthur’s American Bistro at the Hilton Ocala – Breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. No lunch service. Dinner from 3 to 8 p.m.
Ayuttaya Thai Cuisine – open regular hours.
Denny’s – open regular hours.
Edo Sushi & Japanese Steakhouse – open regular hours.
Grace Japanese Steakhouse – open regular hours.
Hooters – open 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.
IHOP – open regular hours.
Ipanema Brazilian Steak House – open 4 to 7 p.m.
Iron Skillet – open regular hours with an all-you-can-eat Christmas buffet.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot – open 12 to 8:30 p.m.
Ocean Buffet – open regular hours with an all-you-can eat buffet including holiday items like ham, turkey, and sides plus seafood specials.
Red Lobster – open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Stirrups at the World Equestrian Center – open 4 to 8 p.m. Special menu with reservations required.
Storming Crab – open regular hours.
Tony’s Sushi – open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Waffle House – open regular hours.
Yellow Pony Pub & Garden at the World Equestrian Center – open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.