Feeling “bah, humbug” about cooking for Christmas? Check out one of these metro Atlanta restaurants open on Christmas Day.
Atkins Park. The Virginia-Highland restaurant will open at 5 p.m. Christmas Day for a buffet that features Big Green Egg-smoked turkey breast with caramelized apple and sausage stuffing and cider gravy; braised pork shoulder with roasted root vegetables and bourbon glaze; cranberry Grand Marnier compote; and pecan and pumpkin pie. The price is $30 for adults and $10 for children 10 and under.
794 N. Highland Ave., Atlanta, 404-876-7249, atkinspark.com.
Bangkok Station. Celebrate Christmas Day from noon-10 p.m. with free spring rolls for parties of two, one free Pearl of Bangkok sampler appetizers for parties of four, and one free Bangkok Hot Pot for parties of 10 or more. Dress as Santa and get $25 off your bill.
550 Pharr Road NE, Atlanta. 404-343-4665, www.bangkokstationthaifood.com
C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar. The Vinings and Roswell restaurants will offer a holiday-themed menu from 4-9 p.m.
3240 Cobb Pkwy. SE, Atlanta, 770-272-0999 and 12040 Etris Road, Roswell, 470-321-5077. candsoysterbar.com/
Chai Yo Modern Thai. Enjoy a Christmas Day dinner from 4-10 p.m. featuring several specials for the occasion.
3050 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta. 404-464-7980, chaiyoatl.com/
The Farmhouse at Serenbe. Celebrate the holidays from 5-9 p.m. with a three-course menu with choices including wild mushroom "vol au vent" root vegetables and winter truffles, Colorado lamb loin wellington, truffle sauce and asparagus fricassee and a seasonal dessert.
10950 Hutcheson Ferry Road, Chattahoochee Hills. 770-463-2622, serenbefarmhouse.com/
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Head to Fleming's from 4-9 p.m. Christmas Day for a three-course holiday menu starting at $85 and featuring entrees such as petite filet mignon served with North Atlantic lobster Tail or Crab-Stuffed Colossal Shrimp, and ends with a sumptuous dessert of Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake. Full dinner menu also available.
4501 Olde Perimeter Way, Atlanta. 770-698-8112, perimeterplace.com/dine/flemings/
Gyu-Kaku. The Atlantic Station restaurant will be open from 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.on Christmas Day.
265 18th St. NW, Atlanta. 404-253-2989, gyu-kaku.com/
Hampton + Hudson. On Christmas Day, the restaurant will open at 6 p.m. and exclusively serve its Bo Ling Chop Suey Palace Pop-Up special menu alongside drink specials while "A Christmas Story" and football games play on televisions. Dishes will also be available to-go.
299 North Highland Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-948-2123, hamptonandhudson.com/
Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta. The downtown restaurant is open from 11 a.m. on Christmas Day, serving a special holiday menu with a choice of two or three courses.
215 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-688-7625, hardrockcafe.com/location/atlanta
Livingston Restaurant + Bar. Head to Livingston from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Christmas Day for a brunch buffet featuring fruit with orange blossom honey yogurt; spinach salad with feta cheese, blackberries, candied pecans and lemon vinaigrette; scrambled eggs with tarragon; and Louisiana crawfish étouffée. The cost, which excludes beverages, tax and gratuity, is $30 for adults and $15 for children 4-12, complimentary for children three and under.
The Georgian Terrace, 659 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta. 404-897-5000, livingstonatlanta.com.
Nakato Japanese Restaurant. Find Japanese classics at this iconic Atlanta restaurant, which will open at 3 p.m. on Christmas Day.
1776 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta. 404-873-6582, nakatorestaurant.com/
Nan Thai Fine Dining. Enjoy a Christmas Day meal from 3-9 p.m. featuring several specials for the occasion.
1350 Spring St. NW, Atlanta. 404-870-9933, nanfinedining.com/
Ocean & Acre. The Halcyon seafood restaurant will be open regular hours Christmas Day.
6290 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta. 678-823-8887, oceanandacre.com
Parkwoods Atlanta. Head to Parkwoods from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for brunch featuring seasonal favorites and live music. Tickets are $49 for adults, $19 for children 12-5 and free for children 4 and under.
4355 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta. 470-737-4651, parkwoodsrestaurant.com/
STK. Open from noon-10 p.m. on Christmas Day, STK is offering a prime rib special featuring roasted "linz" prime rib with truffle Madera sauce for $58. A special for children includes a 4 oz. beef filet served with mac and cheese, sautéed broccoli and a slice of chocolate cake served with vanilla ice cream for $24.
1075 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-793-0144, stksteakhouse.com/venues/atlanta
The St. Regis Atlanta. Get in the Christmas spirit with brunch from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. with Santa Claus on hand to greet guests as well as live music. The menu features a cheese, charcuterie and smoked fish station, Sasanian caviar station, seafood and sushi stations, a carving station and more. Pricing is $165 for adults (includes full bar), $55 for children under 12 years old, and complimentary for children 3 and under.
88 West Paces Ferry Road N.W., Atlanta. 404-563-7797, stregisatlanta.com.
Samba Steakhouse. Celebrate Christmas with a Brazilian feast from noon-8:30 p.m.
5690 Cumming Hwy., Sugar Hill. 404-602-2824, sambasteakhouse.net/
Silom Thai & Sushi. Located across from Lenox Square, Silom will be open from noon-10 p.m. Christmas Day.
3345 Lenox Road NE, Atlanta. 404-549-3948, silomthaisushi.com/
South City Kitchen Avalon. Gather at South City Kitchen Avalon for a prix fixe dinner menu from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
9000 Avalon Blvd. Alpharetta. 678-722-3602, avalon.southcitykitchen.com/
Southern Art & Bourbon Bar. Head to Southern Art for brunch featuring Southern dishes and brunch staples from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tickets are $105 per adult, $55 for children 4-10, and free for children 4 and under.
3315 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta. 404-946-9070, eventbrite.com/e/christmas-day-brunch-at-southern-art-registration-71545814457
The Sun Dial. Head to The Sun Dial from 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m . on Christmas Day for a
prix fixe, three-course Christmas menu with highlights including balsamic braised lamb shank with baby carrots, goat cheese polenta, blood orange zest gremolata and pickled red onions; scallops with sweet potato mash and baby zucchini; and cornmeal-crusted Georgia trout with cheddar tasso ham grits, holy trinity and spicy tomato broth. The menu will cost $85 per adult and $25 per child (12 and under), plus tax and gratuity.
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, 210 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta. 404-589-7506, sundialrestaurant.com/
Tabla. The Indian restaurant is open regular hours on Christmas Day.
77 12th St. NE, Atlanta. 404-464-8571, tablaatlanta.com/
Tiny Lou's. Check out a prix-fixe lunch from noon-5 p.m. on Christmas Day.
789 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta. 470-485-0085, tinylous.com/
Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft. Enjoy a Christmas Day dinner from 5-10 p.m. featuring several specials for the occasion.
1475 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 678-539-6181, tuktukatl.com/
Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead. Enjoy a brunch buffet with seatings at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Christmas Day featuring a breakfast station, appetizers and salads, pastries, sushi and seafood, entrees and carving station and dessert along with live Christmas music. Tickets are $98 per person, $50 for children 5-12 and free for children 4 and under.
3376 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta. 404-995-7500, eventbrite.com/e/christmas-day-brunch-buffet-at-the-waldorf-astoria-atlanta-buckhead-tickets-78540359329
The Whitley. Feast on Christmas Day brunch featuring traditional favorites and Southern-inspired specialties from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tickets are $95 for adults, $50 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and under.
3434 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta. 404-240-7035, thewhitleyhotel.com/dining/holidays/
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