Where to eat out in Wichita on Christmas Day 2024

This year, the list of Wichita restaurants open on Christmas Day is long, as usual.

But it’s unusually short on fancy Christmas brunches. Unless I’m missing something, only Siena Tuscan Steakhouse in downtown Wichita is offering an upscale, sit-down brunch this year.

Still, those who choose to dine away from home on Dec. 25 will likely find something that will make them happy. The list of restaurants that will be open and serving food on Christmas Day is, as always, eclectic and a tad random, but it offers a little something for every type of holiday diner.

Following is the 2024 list. If you know of a restaurant that should be included, email dneil@wichitaeagle.com

FANCY BRUNCH

Siena Tuscan Steakhouse, inside the Ambassador Hotel, 104 S. Broadway, 316-440-5300: Christmas brunch served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., $52 for adults, $20 for children 12 and under. Make reservations at www.opentable.com

DINERS, BARS, COFFEE/DOUGHNUT SHOPS, ETC.

Bronx Pizza & Pints, 2140 W. 21st St., 316-239-6022: Open 11-8 p.m. and showing the Chiefs game at noon.

Blue Hook Cajun Seafood & Bar, 2244 N. Webb Road, 316-260-5511: Open noon to 8 p.m.

Chisholm’s Beef & Ale House, inside Wichita DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport, 2098 S. Airport Road: Open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Denny’s, 4042 E. Harry, 316-683-8362: Open 24 hours

Emerson Biggin’s West, 2330 N. Maize Road, 316-866-2577: Open 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. serving pizzas and wings and half-price drinks

Golden Corral, 616 S. Ridge Road, 316-945-5100: Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Hill Bar and Grill, 4800 E. Douglas, 316-201-1190: Open 5 to 11 p.m. Kitchen closes at 10 p.m.

Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar, 353 S. Rock Road, 316-358-9689: Open 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Huddle House, 1735 W. 21st St., 316-440-3399: Open 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.

IHOP, Several Wichita locations: Hours may vary by location. Diners are encouraged to call ahead.

Oasis Lounge, 4121 W. Maple, 316-943-9260: Open 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Kitchen will be open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Red Lobster, 333 S. Towne East Mall Drive, 555 S. West St.: Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saltgrass Steak House, 2624 Greenwich Road, 316-330-2820: Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reservations encouraged by phone or at www.saltgrass.com/location/saltgrass-wichita/

Starbucks: Several free-standing Wichita stores will be open abbreviated hours. Call your favorite store before visiting.

Walt’s East, 7732 E. Central, 316-691-8800: Open 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., kitchen closes at 10 p.m.

Asian food

Asian Wok, 2929 N. Rock Road, 316-239-1238: Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for to-go only

A&J Poke Ramen, 550 N. Ridge Road, 316-352-7421: Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Astoria, 3242 N. Rock Road, 316-351-5544: Open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.

Ben’s Big Bowl, 3811 W 13th St. 316-223-5409: Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Chiang Mai, 3141 S. Hillside, 316-652-8910: Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Da Nang Bistro, 1845 S. Rock Road, 316-869-7554: Open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dolphin Restaurant, 2959 S Hillside, 316-295-3177: Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dragon City, 3008 W. Central, 316-941-9966: Open 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Feng Cha, 8007 E. Kellogg: Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Feng Cha on Greenwich closed)

Great Wall, hours of operation may vary by location. Call desired location for hours.

Jacky Chan Sushi, 7820 E. Harry, 316-239-6178: Open 3 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Kababs, 3101 N. Rock Road, 316-260-9999: Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Kung Fu Tea: 1625 S. Rock Road open 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m, and 2021 N. Amidon open noon to 10 p.m.

Lee’s Restaurant, 6215 W. Kellogg, 316-942-8822: Open 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. for carryout and delivery only. Customers are encouraged to call ahead.

Mirai Ramen & Sushi, 6524 E. 37th St. North, 316-295-3677: Open noon to 9 p.m.

New Paradise Biryani, 1648 S. Rock Road, 316-927-3580

Oh-K Dog, 8131 E. Kellogg, 316-766-5325: Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Ooo LaLa Stone Pho, 1415 W. Pawnee, 316-666-3979: Open for delivery or carryout only.

Pho KC, 4875 E. Pawnee, 316-880-8848: Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Pho Kim, 1675 S. Rock Road, 316-440-5859: Open 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Saigon Restaurant, 1103 N. Broadway, 316-262-8134: Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sharetea Wichita, 8027 Peachtree Lane, 316-867-2981: Open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Teppanyaki & Sushi and Grill Buffet, 6710 W. Kellogg, 316-942-7777: Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Tasty House, 2431 N. Greenwich, 316-260-2727: Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Tuptim Thai Express, 1317 N. Maize Road, 316-722-9999: Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Tuptim Thai, 2121 N. Rock Road, 316-768-2550: Open noon to 9 p.m.

Umi Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi, 1233 E. 13th St.: Open 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Vo’s Kitchen, 2130 N. Tyler, 316-721-8888: Open 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

This story was originally published December 16, 2024 at 4:37 PM.

Denise Neil

The Wichita Eagle

316-268-6327

Denise Neil has covered restaurants and entertainment since 1997. Her Dining with Denise Facebook page is the go-to place for diners to get information about local restaurants. She’s a regular judge at local food competitions and speaks to groups all over Wichita about dining.