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Restaurants Open on New Year’s Day Austin – Where to Dine Out and Welcome 2025 with a Festive Feast!

December 27, 2024 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

Restaurants Open on New Year's Day Austin

Restaurants Open on New Year’s Day Austin 2025

New Year’s is the one time during the holidays when you want to grab a bite of your favorite food, enjoy good company, and shake off the food coma induced by the festive season. But with everyone pining for a well-earned break before closing the year, many restaurants, fast food outlets, and cafes close early or operate at reduced hours.

Luckily, a list of places remains open through the holidays to serve you the best culinary experience the city has to offer. We’ve collated them in this list, so all you have to do is just check them out and choose a food spot you want to spend your 1st of January at!

  • All Over Austin

  • Cedar Park

  • Franchise Restaurants

  • Round Rock

  • Previous Announcements


Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.


Restaurants Open on New Year’s Day Austin 2025

24 Diner

Open on 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝒀𝒆𝒂𝒓’𝒔 𝑫𝒂𝒚: 7 am to 11 pm

Chipotle

Chipotle opens at 12 PM and closes at 10 PM on New Year’s Day.


Cidercade Austin

Open from 7 pm to 1 am on New Year’s Day.


Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse

They are open on New Year’s Day 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM


Lin Asian Bar + Dim Sum Restaurant

Normal Hours: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. New Year’s Day – Dim Sum Brunch is available from 10:30 am-3 pm.


Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

Open at 3 pm on New Year’s Day


QI Austin

Normal Hours: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. New Year’s Day – Dim Sum Brunch is available from 10:30 am-3 pm.


Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Ring in the New Year with all your steak house favorites. We’ll be open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day so you can simply relax and indulge.


Steiner Ranch Steakhouse

NEW YEAR’S EVE: Call 512-381-0800 today to get your reservation for New Year’s Eve at Steiner Ranch Steakhouse! Exceptional Cuisine, Delightful Dining, Stunning Views, and Joyous Festivities Two spectacular firework shows at 10 PM and Midnight.


The Dead Rabbit

Open on New Year’s Day, January 1st: 12 pm – 1 am


Franchise Restaurants Open on New Years Day 2025 in Austin

Buffalo Wild Wings

Operates on regular hours but a particular location may close early in some instances


Burger King

According to the company, holiday hours vary by location, so it is best to check with your local restaurant for its specific 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 Day.


El Pollo Loco

We already called and confirmed that they are open on New Year’s Day.


Hooters

Open on 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.


Joe’s Crab Shack

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


Longhorn Steakhouse

Open normal business hours on all other holidays except Christmas.


McAlister’s Deli

We’re open regular hours on New Year’s Day.


McDonald’s

Hours vary by location, but most McDonald’s locations will be open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.


Morton’s The Steakhouse

Chateaubriand Holiday Dinner for Two is Only Available December 24 – 31, 2024. Enjoy the most delectable cut of filet this holiday season, perfect for any special gathering. Named after 19th-century French Romantic writer François-René de Chateaubriand, the word translates to “a very tender steak cut.”


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

Hours vary by location, but you can check your local Taco Bell’s hours on the site.


The Melting Pot

We’re open to serving you during New Year’s Day, so come and dine with us!


Twin Peaks

They are open until New Year’s Day.


Waffle House

All Waffle House locations are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including New Year’s Day. So, you can enjoy your favorite Waffle House meals on New Year’s Day in Austin.


Wendy’s

Wendy’s locations’ hours vary by location.


Whataburger

All Whataburger restaurants in all their locations will be open for the chain’s regular hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.


Restaurants Open on New Years Day 2025 in Austin – Cedar Park

Bitelo Brazilian Steakhouse

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


Chada Thai

We open regular hours on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.


Freddy’s

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers is open on New Year’s Day, but hours are usually reduced


Mandola’s Italian Kitchen

We are open on January 1st from 4 pm – 9 pm.


Sushi Fever

We’re open on 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM.


Restaurants Open on New Years Day 2025 in Austin – Round Rock

 Saltgrass Steakhouse

Open on NYE and NYD. 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!


Warpath Pints & Pizza

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


Previous Announcements (No Update for 2025)

Boston Market

While Boston Market generally plans to be open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in 2023, it’s important to confirm the specific hours for the Austin location you’re interested in. Their hours may vary slightly depending on the store, and holiday schedules can change.


Hopdoddy’s

Open from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on New Year’s Eve and closed on New Year’s Day.


Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar

Great news guys – we’ll be open on New Year’s Eve until 5 pm which will give you just enough time to get a little happy hour in before the holidays are in full swing.


Wu Chow

Wu Chow will be open on New Year’s Eve from 4 pm – 10 pm.


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