Hungry for Italian? Chinese? In 2025, there will be plenty of restaurants open on Easter.
36 Restaurants That Will Be Open on Easter Sunday in 2025
Updated on Apr. 06, 2024
Everybody has different Easter traditions, ranging from egg hunts galore to celebrating with the Easter Bilby rather than the Easter Bunny. You might prefer to celebrate with a smaller dinner at home, a Sunday brunch with close family and friends, or even a delicious Easter spread delivered or picked up from your favorite spots.
Thankfully, there are plenty of restaurants open on Easter. Many require pre-ordering, though, so hop to it!
Applebee’s
Celebrate Easter with giant $5 cocktails? Don’t mind if we do. Applebee’s locations will be open on Easter with normal Sunday hours.
Benihana
If a hibachi craving strikes this Easter, stop at Benihana. The chain will be open, but hours might depend on location. If you don’t feel like going out to eat, you can also order takeout.
Bob Evans
You and your loved ones can dig into Bob Evans in person or at home this Easter. In the past, the chain has even offered special Easter meals like smoked ham for the holiday.
Boston Market
Boston Market usually offers multiple Easter dining options, from fully cooked meals with sides to complete heat-and-serve meals.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings, it won’t be hard to indulge in a plate of chicken wings this Easter. Most are open, but check with your local Buffalo Wild Wings for its opening hours to be sure.
Burger King
If you’re craving a Whopper this Easter, Burger King has you covered. Just make sure to check the hours of your local BK, as hours may vary and some locations may be closed.
The Cheesecake Factory
All Cheesecake Factory locations will be open on Easter Sunday for brunch and dinner. Meals can be delivered or picked up, while limited dine-in reservations are available at some locations.
Chili’s
If you want a classic Chili’s margarita this Easter, stop by. Local hours may differ, but the chain will be open.
Cracker Barrel
Pick up an Easter Heat n’ Serve Family Dinner featuring a spiral-sliced sugar-cured ham and sides that feed up to 10. You can also opt for a Prime Rib Heat n’ Serve Family Dinner for smaller gatherings. Don’t forget that Cracker Barrel offers delivery.
Dairy Queen
Celebrate Easter by satisfying a sweet tooth with a DQ Blizzard. That’s right, Dairy Queen locations operate during regular hours on Easter Sunday.
Denny’s
Sundays are for pancakes, and Easter Sunday is no different! Denny’s is open 24/7, so you can hop in whenever.
Domino’s
If you’re craving pizza this Easter, Domino’s is the place to be. The chain is open and ready to help you throw the Easter pizza party of your dreams. Just make sure to check your local franchise’s hours, as each location may vary.
Dunkin’
No need to fear, you don’t have to skip your daily coffee run this Easter. Most locations are open on Easter, but check the hours of your local Dunkin’ to be sure.
Five Guys
Grab a Five Guys burger this Easter, because Five Guys locations typically operate during normal hours on Easter Sunday.
Fogo de Chao
You might not think that Fogo’s endless tableside carved meats would translate to Easter, but the restaurant is offering an Easter brunch and dinner all day.
IHOP
A stack of pancakes may be in order this Easter, thanks to IHOP. Along with some deviled eggs, it may just make the ideal Easter breakfast.
Jimmy John’s
A sub for Easter? Why not! Jimmy John’s across the U.S. will be open, but the hours may vary by location, so check your local shop.
KFC
KFC will still be finger-lickin’ good this Easter Sunday! Many KFC locations are open on Easter Sunday, while others have limited hours.
Macaroni Grill
This year, celebrate Easter at your local Macaroni Grill. Before heading out, you’ll want to check the hours of your nearest location.
Maggiano’s Little Italy
If mini meatballs and lasagna are more your speed, pick up a carryout meal to feed the whole family. Both ready-to-eat and heat-and-serve options are available.
McDonald’s
After an Easter egg hunt, does anything sound as appetizing as a Big Mac? Most McDonald’s locations are open on Easter Sunday, but make sure to check the hours of your local McD’s.
Olive Garden
Indulge in Italian classics with family-style meals to go. You can even order bottles of wine where to-go drinks are allowed. We’re not sure how endless breadsticks work at home, but we’re ready to find out.
Outback Steakhouse
Opt for a juicy steak from Outback this Easter, as restaurants are open (but hours may depend on the location).
P.F. Chang’s
Everyone’s favorite Chinese chain offers plenty of options for dine-in service or wok-fired feasts at home, which are family-sized meals for delivery or takeout.
Panera
Stop by Panera this Easter! Many are open during regular hours, but others may be reduced.
Papa John’s
Papa John’s is typically open on Easter Sunday, but make sure to check with your local restaurant.
Red Lobster
If ham isn’t for you, switch things up with family seafood meal deals that you can get from Red Lobster via takeout, curbside pickup or delivery.
Red Robin
Craving a burger this Easter? Many Red Robin restaurants are open this Easter Sunday to serve up all the juicy burgers.
Ruby Tuesday
Stop by Ruby Tuesday’s this Easter, as its restaurants will be open.
Sonic
While some Sonic restaurants will be open, others will not. If a Sonic craving strikes this Easter, check your local Sonic’s hours.
Starbucks
If Dunkin’ isn’t where your go-to coffee resides, Starbucks has you covered. Most Starbucks cafes will be open and ready to serve up all the drinks.
Taco Bell
One order of nacho fries this Easter, please. Taco Bell restaurants typically operate during normal hours on Easter.
Texas Roadhouse
Rattlesnake Bites for Easter? Sure! All Texas Roadhouse locations will be open on Easter for takeout.
Tim Hortons
If you’re not in the mood for Starbucks or Dunkin’, Tim Hortons may just have you covered on Easter Sunday.
Waffle House
If waffles are more up your alley than pancakes, then hit up your local Waffle House—open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Wendy’s
Treat yourself to a Frosty this Easter! However, hours vary by location so make sure to check your local Wendy’s before setting out to indulge.
