These Charlotte restaurants are serving dinner on Christmas, so you don’t have to
Looking for somewhere to savor a meal in Charlotte on Christmas Day?
You’re in luck: Several local restaurants will be open and ready to serve everything from festive specials to cozy comfort food.
Whether you skipped cooking or just want to keep the holiday rolling with good company and great flavors, these spots have you covered.
Here are some restaurants open in Charlotte during the holiday.
204 North Kitchen & Cocktails
Where: 204 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours: 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
At 204 North Kitchen & Cocktails, the restaurant is offering dinner specials after 4 p.m., such as crab bisque, pan-seared snapper and herb-crusted prime rib. Reserve your table.
The Asbury
Where: 237 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours: 4-7 p.m.
The Christmas Day three-course menu at The Asbury features Southern comfort dishes for the holiday. Reserve your table.
Chima Steakhouse
Where: 139 S. Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Diners at Chima will get a complete Brazilian rodizio (unlimited servings of 15+ cuts of meat), gourmet salad bar and side dishes. Reserve your table.
Gyu-Kaku
Where: 650 E. Brooklyn Vlg Ave., Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-8:45 p.m.
Holiday selections at Gyu-Kaku include premium meats, such as filet mignon and bistro hangar steak, sides like edamame and broccoli with cheese fondue, and desserts such as mochi boba and s’mores. Reserve your table.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Where: 8652 Pineville-Matthews Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226
Hours: 12-10:30 p.m.
KPOT’s menu offers an all-you-can-eat, interactive dining experience featuring a wide variety of meats and seafood for tabletop grilling and fresh ingredients for cooking in a simmering broth.
Mico Restaurant
Where: 201 W. Trade St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours: 3-8 p.m.
The menu at Mico features a four-course feast with Argentinian influences, featuring dishes like roasted salmon and lamb loin. Reserve your table.
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Where: 227 W. Trade St., Suite 150, Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours: noon-9 p.m.
Diners at Morton’s will find a special three-course Christmas Day dinner, featuring chateaubriand (tenderloin) and chocolate cake for dessert. Reserve your table.
The Palm Charlotte
Where: 6705-B, Phillips Pl Ct., Charlotte, NC 28210
Hours: 12-8 p.m.
The menu at The Palm includes selections of prime steaks and chops, jumbo Maine lobster (priced by the pound) and Italian Palm Originals like Wagyu Lasagna and Chicken Parmigiana. Reserve your table.
STK
Where: 201 S. College St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Hours: 11 a.m.-12 a.m.
STK is offering a special seasonal menu that includes prime rib, free-range turkey and holiday cocktails. Reserve your table.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Where: 1928 South Blvd., Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28203
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
The special menu at Sullivan’s Steakhouse features holiday-themed entrées such as Beef Bordelaise, North Atlantic Whole Lobster and Braised Short Rib, available alongside its signature hand-cut steaks and classic menu items. Reserve your table.
This story was originally published December 17, 2025 at 5:30 AM.
