40+ Restaurants Open New Year’s Eve Austin

Last Updated – 30th December 2025

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Still figuring out where to dine before the countdown? New Year’s Eve is Austin’s biggest night out, and the best tables don’t stay available for long. Whether you’re planning an elevated dinner, a festive prix fixe, or a last great meal before midnight, having verified hours matters more than ever.

Below, you’ll find Austin-area restaurants confirmed to be open on New Year’s Eve 2025, complete with published service times and direct links to where those hours are listed. Keep in mind that NYE schedules can vary by seating time, menu format, or reservation type—so booking early is strongly recommended.

Editor’s Note: We strive to keep listings up to date, but details are subject to change. Always verify with event organizers or participating locations before heading out.

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Check out our articles on Stores Open on New Year’s Eve in Austin, Stores Open on New Year’s Day in Austin, and New Year Fireworks in Austin 2025!

Restaurants Open on New Year’s Eve 2025 in Austin

III Forks Prime Steakhouse

Open on New Year’s Eve from 4 pm – 11 pm. Closed on New Year’s Day.

24 Diner

Open 24 hours on New Year’s Eve + New Year’s Day!

Carpenter Hall

A New Year’s Night at Carpenters Hall. Celebrate the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026 with a decadent feast at Carpenters Hall. Enjoy a three-course dinner, including oysters and a champagne toast.

Available exclusively on December 31, 6 pm to 12 am for $75 per person.

Chipotle

Chipotle restaurants will be open on New Year’s Eve, from 10:45 am to 3 pm only.

Cidercade Austin

Open from 10 am to 6 pm on New Year’s Eve & 7 pm to 1 am on New Year’s Day.

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse

They are open on New Year’s Eve 11:00 am – 12:00 am (Last seating at 10:30 pm) & New Year’s Day 11:00 am – 10:00 pm.

Jack Allen’s Kitchen

Offering holiday dinner features, available now through New Year’s Eve, starting at 4 pm.

Koriente Restaurant & Tea House

Open on New Year’s Eve, but closed on New Year’s Day.

Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

Serving a thoughtfully curated NYE menu, available this Wednesday night only.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

The Dead Rabbit

Open as normal on December 31st, with no annoying terms and conditions, just The Dead Rabbit you know and love, with festive drinks and fancier outfits than usual (though dressing up is completely optional).

Truluck’s

Open New Year’s Eve from 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm.

Franchise Restaurants Open on New Year’s Eve 2025 in Austin

Baskins Robbins

Open with reduced hours.

Burger King

Most locations are expected to be open, but hours may vary.

Chick-fil-A®

U.S. Chick-fil-A® restaurants are open on New Year’s Day and New Year’s Eve (unless the holiday falls on a Sunday), although they may have limited operating hours.

Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel is open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, operating during their regular hours.

Denny’s

Indirect sources inform us that Denny’s will stay open 24/7 through the holidays, as it usually is throughout the year.

Dunkin’

Dunkin’ hours vary by location, but most are open on New Year’s Eve.

Five Guys

Most Austin locations are open with varying hours.

Hooters

Open on New Year’s Eve: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm & New Year’s Day: 11:00 am – 12:00 am

IHOP

Yes, IHOP is open on both New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, but hours will vary by location.

Jersey Mike’s

Most locations are open, some with reduced hours.

Joe’s Crab Shack

Kickstart the New Year with Joe’s and reel in some of our latest season favorites.

KFC

Most locations will be open, but check ahead with your nearest location.

McDonald’s

Hours vary by location. Some places might be open till 4 AM. Check with your local outlet.

Panda Express

Most locations will be open with hours varying according to location.

Papa John’s

Most locations should be open till midnight, but confirm the hours with your local outlet.

Pizza Hut

Most locations should be open, but hours will vary by location.

Quiznos

Most outlets should be open; hours vary by store.

Sonic Drive-In

Most locations are open at regular hours.

Subway

Subway restaurant hours vary by location. Please contact your local restaurant for specific holiday hours.

Starbucks

Starbucks store hours vary by location.

Taco Bell

It’s not New Year’s Eve without a Doritos Loco Taco! Taco Bell locations are open on New Year’s Eve and Day, but hours vary with locations.

Twin Peaks

Twin Peaks is open on New Year’s Eve, and some locations offer special events

Wendy’s

Wendy’s locations’ hours vary by location.

Austin Restaurants Open New Year’s Eve 2025 – Cedar Park

Bitelo Brazilian Steakhouse

Open on New Year’s Eve from 12 pm – 10 pm and New Year’s Day from 4 pm – 10 pm.

Blue Corn Harvest

New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, December 31st: Celebrate the New Year with us and join us on New Year’s Eve! 11:00 AM – 09:00 PM

Freddy’s

We are open on NYE.

Smokey Mo’s TX BBQ

Special Holiday Hours! Open on New Year’s Eve: Closing at 8

Sushi Fever

We’re open on New Year’s Eve at regular hours and New Year’s Day at 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill

New Year’s Eve:11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Austin Restaurants Open New Years Eve 2025 – Round Rock

Roaring Fork Wood Fired

New Years Eve: OPEN at 12:00 – 9pm

Saltgrass Steakhouse

Spice up your New Year’s Day and join us in The No Bull Lounge and sip on our delicious Signature BLOODY MARY or MICHELADA! Our Bloody Mary is made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Tomato Juice and a blend of spices, served with Bacon, Blackened Shrimp and a Chili-Lime Salt Rim.

Warpath Pints & Pizza

Wednesday, December 31st | Celebrate the New Year with us and join us on New Year’s Eve! 11:00 AM – 02:00 AM

Need more ideas for the holiday week? Browse our latest Austin happenings in our Austin events guide.

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Lacey Morris

Lacey is a freelancer and Austin local who’s always on the hunt for new restaurants to try, fun activities to do, and local events to attend. She loves sharing her discoveries with others through her writing and hopes her work encourages both visitors and locals to be active in the community. When she’s not writing, you can find her exploring one of the city’s many hiking trails with her Blue Heeler, Oreo, getting lost in a good book, or dancing the night away to some house or techno beats at one of her favorite rave spots.