
Looking for restaurants open on New Year’s Day in Austin? Read On!
New Year’s is the one time during the holidays when you want to grab a bite of your favorite food, enjoy with 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, there are a list of places that remain open through the holidays to serve you the best culinary experience the city has to offer. We’ve collated those names, hours and any other relevant details right here for your convenience!
Also check out Retail & Grocery Stores Open New Year’s Day in Austin along with their hours of operation!
Austin Restaurants Open On New Year’s Day
Please note that although we try our best to get you the most up-to-date information, holiday hours for several restaurants may change with locations and other local developments. We therefore request you to check ahead with the restaurants before your visit.
Acre 41
Open from 10 AM to 11 PM on New Year’s Day. For exact details and special hours, check in with the restaurant.
Bar Peached
Is closed on New Year’s Day.
Cidercade Austin
Might be open on New Year’s Day but confirm the exact details for your location with the restaurant.
Jack Allen’s Kitchen
*Staff Update: Closed until 4th January.
Juliet Italian Kitchen
Open from 11:00am-10:00pm on New Year’s Day, unless announced otherwise.
Kerbey Lane Cafe – Central
Open from 7 AM to 10 PM unless announced otherwise.
Home Slice Pizza
Open from 11 AM to 10 PM for dine-in and take-out.
Tittaya’s Thai Cuisine
Open as per regular hours (12 PM to 9:30 PM) unless announced otherwise.
Trudy’s
Open from 11am-11pm on New Year’s Day. Confirm local timings with your preferred outlet.
Torchy’s Taco
Most Torchy’s are open from 8 AM to 11 PM.
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill
Opens at 11 AM on New Year’s Day.
Matt’s El Rancho
Expected to be open from 11 AM to 11 PM.
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Austin Restaurants Open on New Year’s Day – Fast Food
Burger King
Open till 10:30 PM on New Year’s Day. Some outlets might be closed.
Carl’s Jr
Although hours may vary, open from 6 am to 11 pm at most outlets.
Chuy’s
Open from 11 am to 10 pm on New Year’s Day.
Chipotle
Opens at 10:45 am and closes at 10 pm at most locations.
Chick-fil-A
Open from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Hours vary by location.
Dunkin Donuts
Open 5 am -10 pm. Hours vary by location.
Freebirds
Most locations are open from 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Hopdoddy’s
Open from 11 AM to 11 PM.
Home Slice Pizza
Open from 11 AM to 10 PM for dine-in and take-out.
Five Guys
Opens at 11 AM for business and in-store pick ups, but hours may vary by location.
KFC
Open from 11 AM to 11 PM. Hours vary by location.
McDonald’s
Open 24 hours at some locations.
Pizza Hut
Open from 11 AM to 9 PM. Hours vary by location.
Taco Bell
All outlets are expected to be open but hours change with locations. Check with your local outlet before you go.
Starbucks
Open from 8 AM to 2 PM on New Year’s Day. Hours may change with locations.
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