Texas Roadhouse won’t be open Christmas Day across all 736 locations nationwide. The steakhouse chain operates a unique annual closure policy that prioritizes employee family time during the holidays. Diners looking for their famous ribs, rolls, and margaritas will need to make other dinner plans for December 25.
🔥 Quick Facts
- All 736 Texas Roadhouse locations close on Christmas Day every year
- Company spokesperson confirmed closure to USA TODAY on December 12, 2025
- Only 2 holidays with mandatory closures: Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
- Restaurants reopen December 26 with normal operating hours
Why Texas Roadhouse Closes Christmas Day
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Texas Roadhouse prioritizes giving its “Roadies” (employee term) dedicated family time during the most important holiday. The company treats Christmas Day the same as Thanksgiving, making it one of only two mandatory closure days each year.
Unlike many restaurant chains that stay open during major holidays, Texas Roadhouse takes a different approach. The closure applies across the entire nationwide network, affecting over 10,000 employees who get the day off to celebrate with loved ones. Christmas Eve operates on regular hours, allowing customers to enjoy meals before the closure.
Company’s Employee-First Philosophy
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Texas Roadhouse has built its reputation around treating workers well compared to other casual dining chains. The annual Christmas closure demonstrates the company’s commitment to work-life balance in an industry known for demanding holiday schedules.
This consistent policy has remained unchanged for years, making Texas Roadhouse one of the few major restaurant chains customers can count on to close completely. Thanksgiving and Christmas represent the only two days when the steakhouse shuts down all locations, allowing staff to travel, celebrate, and spend meaningful time with family.
| Holiday Details | Status |
| Thanksgiving Day Closure | All locations closed |
| Christmas Day Closure | All 736 locations closed |
| Christmas Eve Hours | Regular operating hours |
| Boxing Day (December 26) | Reopens with normal hours |
How This Compares to Other Restaurant Chains
Texas Roadhouse’s closure distinguishes it from competitors like Chipotle, Outback Steakhouse, Longhorn Steakhouse, and Whataburger—which also close on Christmas Day. However, most major chains including McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Denny’s, IHOP, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Applebee’s remain open during the holiday.
The 24-hour closure means diners cannot visit for holiday meals, takeout, or gift card purchases on December 25. Restaurants will be fully staffed and ready to serve when they reopen December 26, with their famous fresh-baked rolls and legendary steaks back on the menu.
Plan Your Holiday Dining Accordingly
Customers wanting Texas Roadhouse meals during the holiday season should visit on December 24 (Christmas Eve) or December 26 and beyond. The chain operates under regular holiday operating hours on Christmas Eve, allowing families to enjoy steaks, ribs, burgers, and fresh sides before the closure.
Gift cards make perfect last-minute gifts for those wanting to celebrate at Texas Roadhouse after the holiday. The company confirmed its commitment to employee wellness demonstrates why the annual closure tradition has remained a cornerstone of its company culture since its founding.
What Does This Mean for Holiday Celebrations?
Diners scrambling to find open restaurants on Christmas Day should note that Texas Roadhouse‘s closure offers an excellent reminder that employee family time matters to some businesses. The firm commitment to stay closed provides guaranteed staffing during the most important holiday of the year.
For 2025, customers should make advance reservations for December 24 if they want to guarantee seating at their local Texas Roadhouse. The chain’s no-exceptions policy ensures all employees get the same benefit: Christmas Day off with family.
Sources
- USA TODAY – Restaurant holiday hours confirmation from company spokesperson
- The US Sun – Texas Roadhouse Christmas Day closure announcement
- Texas Roadhouse – Official company holiday policy and employee statements
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