Fortunately, no matter what kind of food craving—whether you’re in the mood for a big, greasy breakfast or all you can stomach is a salad—there are plenty of restaurants open on New Year’s Day, and we’ve done the work of compiling a comprehensive list just for you. So, whether you’re reading this while squinting through your sunglasses or you’re one of the few who woke up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, read on for a list of 30 restaurants open on New Year’s Day.
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30 Restaurants Open on New Year's Day
Applebees
View this post on InstagramAlthough most people reserve a visit to the famed hibachi spot for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries, New Year’s Day is a special occasion, too, and luckily, they’ll be open for business. Whether you’re craving their legendary fried rice or perfectly grilled steak, Benihana’s has you covered. Typically, they open around 4 p.m. for dinner service, but hours can vary widely by location, so it’s best to call your nearest restaurant to verify before setting your heart on a Wagyu burger and fries.
Boston Market
Despite being more or less hard to find these days, Boston Market will be open on New Year’s Day. Although the chain, known for popularizing rotisserie chicken, has severely dwindled from over 1,200 to around 27 locations, most will be open during regular business hours. Typically, they’re open from 11 am to 9:30 p.m., but it’s still a good idea to double-check just to be on the safe side. Here’s hoping Boston Market stages a comeback in 2026.
Brio Italian Grill
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After filing for bankruptcy last year, Bucca di Beppo now only operates a handful of locations, but if you’re lucky enough to live near one, you’re in luck because they’ll be open on New Year’s Day. Notable dishes include the pork osso bucco and the spicy sausage pappardelle. Despite their small number, hours may vary by location, so it’s best to check with your local restaurant before stopping in.
Buffalo Wild Wings
You can almost always rely on Chili’s to be a great choice, no matter what the occasion, and what better way to ring in the new year than with the iconic Triple Dipper? Luckily, Chili’s will be open for you to get your fill of chips and salsa, burgers, or just those glorious Nashville hot mozzarella sticks. Like most other places on the list, you’ll want to double-check your nearest location to verify its hours, but most stores will be open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Cracker Barrel
The best way to take your mind off partying too much is to keep partying, and if you’re still looking to keep the mood hype, Dave & Buster’s will be open New Year’s Day. Whether you’re in the mood to play skeeball with chicken wings in hand or you’ve got your eye on one of the big prizes, Dave & Buster’s has it all. Hours can vary by location, however, so it’s best to verify with your nearest location ahead of time.
Denny's
Although New Year’s Eve isn’t exactly known for being a frugal holiday, if you saved your coins and find yourself in the mood to welcome the new year with an endless steak dinner, Fogo de Chão is your best bet. Fortunately, they’ll be open during regular business hours, with some locations closing a bit earlier than usual. Usually, they operate from 11 a.m. and might close around 9 p.m.
Golden Corral
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Hooters
After being repurchased by its founders this past October, Hooters has started to pivot its business toward a more family-friendly vibe, hoping to encourage more people to come in and try those beloved wings. Whether or not that move pays off remains to be seen, but if you’re a Hooter’s diehard, you’re in luck because they will be open on New Year’s Day. That being said, you’ll want to verify their hours ahead of time be on the safe side.
IHOP
View this post on InstagramYou won’t find it everywhere, but Kona Grill, the globally inspired American grill chain owned by the same parent company that owns STK, has garnered quite a reputation for being a great place to visit, no matter what the occasion is. Although they don’t have a ton of locations, if you are fortunate enough to live near one and have a hankering for miso sake Chilean sea bass with a cucumber salad, you’re in luck because Kona Grill will be open on New Year’s Day. Hours may vary by location.
Maggiano's
Carbs have a magical way of curing up any lingering nastiness from having too much to drink the night before and after the raucous antics of New Year’s Eve, there’s truly nothing better than a big bowl of pasta to sop up all the booze. The good news is, Maggiano’s is set to be open on New Year’s Day, so you can indulge in all the lasagna, wagyu beef meatballs, and shrimp fra diavolo your heart desires.
Metro Diner
View this post on InstagramIf your perfect first day of the new year includes a beautifully prepared steak in a setting that looks like it could be straight out of the 1920s, then you’re in luck because Morton’s The Steakhouse will be open on New Year’s Day. Sure, it might be a pricey dinner spend on the first day of the year, but why not go all out to welcome in a new era in style? Usually, Morton’s is open for dinner service between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m., but hours may vary by location.
Noodles & Company
It hasn’t been scientifically proven (yet), but a piping hot bowl of noodles after spending the night out partying like you’re back in college might just be the cure-all you’ve been waiting for. And no one knows their way around a delicious bowl of noodles quite like Noodles & Company. The good news is that if the craving for chili garlic ramen hits on New Year’s Day, Noodles & Company will be open. That being said, hours may vary by location, with some stores operating on potentially reduced hours.
There’s nothing like endless salad and breadsticks to get you back on your feet after staying up late the night before. That’s where Olive Garden comes in, and yes, they will be open on New Year’s Day. That means all the fettuccini alfredo, stuffed chicken marsala, and spaghetti and meatballs you can handle. While you can expect most locations to be open regular hours, it doesn’t hurt to call ahead just to be on the safe side.
Outback Steakhouse
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Sure, you might not be dreaming of Kung Pao chicken while you’re popping bottles, but the day after, there’s really nothing better than a glorious plate of Chang’s Lettuce Wraps and a side of mouth-watering chili garlic green beans. Fortunately, P.F. Chang’s will be open on New Year’s Day, although it’s best to check with your nearest location to verify their hours.
Red Lobster
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STK Steakhouse
Typically, people save a visit to STK for special occasions like date nights and birthdays, but the beginning of a new year seems like a special enough occasion, don’t you think? Why not enjoy a dry-aged tomahawk steak and lobster mac and cheese on the first day of the year? Luckily, if that sounds like your ideal New Year’s menu, STK locations will be open on New Year’s Day, with most offering all-day happy hour and seasonal specials to celebrate.
Texas de Brazil
View this post on InstagramYou don’t have to wait for a fancy occasion to head to The Cheesecake Factory, but there is something about having a reason that makes that luscious cheesecake taste even sweeter. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch or just grabbing dessert to take home, Cheescake Factory will be open on the first day of the year, although hours can differ by location. Who knows, maybe you’ll even see Drake.
The Melting Pot
Waffle House
Last but not least, Waffle House will be open on New Year’s, although that shouldn’t come as a surprise, seeing as how they’re open 24/7 and rarely close, with the exception of severe weather events. That means whether you’re rolling in straight from the New Year’s Eve party or sleeping it off and grabbing a booth later in the day, you can get your fill of hashbrowns, eggs, waffles, and more.
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