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Sometimes making a holiday meal feels too tedious, and if you’re traveling, you might not be able to cook your own holiday meal. If you find yourself in Virginia on Christmas Day, there are plenty of restaurant options open, offering everything from festive buffets to cozy meals. Here are some restaurants open on Christmas Day across the state that will be sure to serve you a tasty dish this holiday season.
Hampton
Bar Louie
Known best for its award-winning martinis and cocktails, Bar Louie is serving up a Festive Four Course Dinner for Two all through the holiday season. If you’re looking for a Christmas Day feast, be sure to book your reservation today! The meal includes an appetizer, salad, entree, and dessert, and the options to choose from are top-notch. Enjoy a delicious meal and an award-winning drink this Christmas!
Richmond
Carrytown Indian Cuisine
Looking for a delicious holiday meal this Christmas season? You’re in the right place. This Richmond establishment is serving up incredible flavors this Christmas, and you won’t want to miss out on their standout dish: chicken tikka. Head to Carrytown Indian Cuisine on Christmas Day if you’re looking for a delicious holiday dining experience.
Vienna
Café Renaissance
Café Renaissance will be offering a three-house Christmas menu on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Reservations are required, and the restaurant will be open between 11am and 9:30pm. There are a variety of options for the first two courses, and the dessert option makes the decision simple by providing a dessert trio sampler. If you want a fine dining experience this holiday season, Café Renaissance will surely satisfy you.
Vienna Thai and Bar
Vienna Thai and Bar will be hosting a Christmas Pop-Up Bar on Christmas Day. You can enjoy live music, festive craft holiday cocktails, and homemade Thai cuisine. Reservations are required. Celebrate the holiday with your friends and family—all while enjoying fun music, fancy drinks, and exceptional Thai food.
Ristorante Bonaroti
If you’re looking for authentic and classic Italian cuisine, Ristorante Bonaroti has you covered. Dubbed a well-kept secret in the Vienna area, this Italian dining experience will not disappoint. This elegant restaurant offers a warm, intimate setting for your holiday meal, and the pasta is made in-house daily.
Seray
This upscale restaurant serves authentic Lebanese food, offering both meat and seafood options to satisfy all palates. Seray, known for its modern Lebanese cuisine, is a relatively new restaurant in Vienna, but it has quickly made a name for itself. No matter your food preferences, Seray has something for everyone to enjoy this Christmas season.
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