7 Iowa restaurants open on Christmas

If you don’t feel like making a big Christmas dinner this year, there are a variety of dining options available to you in Iowa. Whether you want a festive feast or a simple holiday meal, there are several restaurants open in Iowa on Christmas Day to welcome you and yours. Check out this regional list of dining options to help you plan your Christmas dinner.

Cedar Rapids Restaurants Open on Christmas

350 First at The Doubletree Hilton

Experience holiday views of Cedar Rapids and the Cedar River as you enjoy a holiday meal. The 350 First at Doubletree Hilton will be serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but don’t forget to make reservations in advance!

Edith Lucielle’s Bait Shack & Wing Depot

This restaurant remains open every holiday, offering a place to go to people who would otherwise spend the holidays alone. On Christmas Day, they serve a traditional Christmas meal in-house. However, if you’d prefer to take a meal to-go, they also have the option of a Christmas Day Prime Rib Family Takeout meal. 

Red Ginger

Red Ginger is open from 10:30 am – 9:00 pm on Christmas Day. If you want traditional Japanese fare as your holiday dinner, Red Ginger certainly won’t disappoint. Their regular menu is available throughout the day, so you can fill up on all of your favorite dishes. 

Rock Bar American Grill

Rock Bar American Grill will serve food and drinks starting at 5pm. If you’re looking for traditional American fare, you can chow down on some comfort food like wings, burgers, and fries for your Christmas meal.

Des Moines Restaurants Open on Christmas

Angry Goldfish

Known for its pub-style comfort food, Angry Goldfish is a great spot to gather on Christmas Day. Their menu is hearty, the establishment welcoming. If you need a place to warm up, relax, or meet up with friends both new and old, Angry Goldfish is it.

Mulberry Street Tavern

If you’re looking for a more upscale experience, Mulberry Street Tavern offers some elegant ambience with an elevated menu of American classics. You can grab a holiday meal right in the heart of downtown.

Mason City Restaurant Open on Christmas

Lorados 

If you’ve decided to go through the hassle of preparing a Christmas dinner, but you want to wind down the holiday evening with family and friends, don’t skip out on Lorados. It’s a drinks only situation as the kitchen will be closed, but you can grab a drink and relax starting at 8pm.

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