Core Insights - Many fast food chains and restaurants modify their operating hours on Christmas Eve and are often closed on Christmas Day, making it essential for customers to check local timings in advance [1][2][3] Group 1: Christmas Eve Operating Hours - Applebee's will be open at select locations on Christmas Eve, but hours may vary [4] - Chick-fil-A will operate with limited hours on Christmas Eve [5] - Taco Bell will be open on Christmas Eve, with hours varying by location [6] - Most McDonald's locations will remain open on Christmas Eve, but hours depend on franchise owners [6] - Dunkin' will be open on Christmas Eve, with many locations operating from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. [8] - Burger King has varied holiday hours, with some locations open on Christmas Eve [9] - Panera Bread will be open on Christmas Eve, but with reduced hours at some locations [10] - Some Subway locations will be open on Christmas Eve, but hours vary [11] Group 2: Christmas Day Operating Hours - Many fast food chains, including Chick-fil-A and Taco Bell, will be closed on Christmas Day [5][6] - Waffle House is known for staying open on Christmas Day, operating 365 days a year [7] - Dunkin' will be open on Christmas Day in 2025 at many locations [8] - Most McDonald's locations will also be open on Christmas Day, but customers should confirm local hours [6] - Applebee's and Burger King's hours on Christmas Day vary by location [4][9] - Panera Bread will be closed on Christmas Day [10] - Subway's operating hours on Christmas Day vary by location [11]