Is Texas Roadhouse Open on Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026?
Texas Roadhouse is expected to be closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2026) and Christmas Day (Friday, December 25, 2026). The chain has closed on both days for years, and news reports from 2024 and 2025 say the same. Most locations open on Christmas Eve with shorter hours, and the restaurants reopen the day after each holiday. Check your local Texas Roadhouse menu with prices page and the store listing for exact hours.
Note: As of November 3, 2026, we found no new 2026 statement from the company. The dates below follow its long-running policy and one 2026 report. Where we rely on last year, we say so.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on Thanksgiving 2026?
No, Texas Roadhouse is expected to be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. In 2024 a food site reported that customer support confirmed every location would be closed that day. In 2025 a national news outlet again said the chain closes on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day and is open every other day of the year.
A late October 2026 report also lists November 26 as a nationwide closure. Because that report is not from the company, treat it as a strong sign and not as a notice. Dine-in and regular takeout should both be off the table that day.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on Christmas 2026?
No, Texas Roadhouse is expected to be closed on Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2026. Last year the company website said all locations were closed on December 25 so staff could be with their families, and that all 736 restaurants would reopen on December 26.
The same 2025 report notes that the chain has followed this practice for years. Another steakhouse, LongHorn, also closes on Christmas Day according to that coverage. See our LongHorn Steakhouse menu if you want to compare.
Texas Roadhouse Christmas Eve hours
Most Texas Roadhouse restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24, 2026, but with reduced hours. Last year the company website said typical hours were about 11 AM to 6 PM and that times vary by location.
That is the 2025 pattern, not a confirmed 2026 schedule. Call your restaurant before you go. For more places serving that day, see our list of restaurants open on Christmas Eve.
Holiday schedule at a glance
| Date | Day | Expected status | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 2026 | Wednesday | Open, normal local hours | Usual pattern |
| Nov 26, 2026 | Thursday (Thanksgiving) | Closed | Company policy, 2024 and 2025 reports, one 2026 report |
| Nov 27, 2026 | Friday (Black Friday) | Open, check local hours | Reopened after Thanksgiving in past years |
| Dec 24, 2026 | Thursday (Christmas Eve) | Open with reduced hours, often about 11 AM to 6 PM | 2025 company notice, not confirmed for 2026 |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Friday (Christmas) | Closed | Company policy, 2025 company notice |
| Dec 26, 2026 | Saturday | Open, check local hours | 2025: all locations reopened |
| Jan 1, 2027 | Friday (New Year’s Day) | Not confirmed, expected open | No closure policy found; call ahead |
Texas Roadhouse Black Friday and New Year’s hours
Texas Roadhouse is expected to be open on Black Friday, November 27, 2026, with hours that depend on the location. News coverage from 2025 said fans could get their steak the day before or on Black Friday. Typical weekday hours are late afternoon to about 10 PM, and weekends start earlier, but your local store may differ.
We did not find a closure policy for New Year’s Day. The only two closure days named in reports are Thanksgiving and Christmas. Still, call ahead on January 1, 2027. You can also check restaurants open on New Year’s Day.
Why does Texas Roadhouse close on Thanksgiving and Christmas?
Texas Roadhouse closes on these two days to give its team time with their families. The company website said this about Christmas in 2025. Reports also describe a people-first approach to its employees, who are called Roadies.
It is a simple, chain-wide rule. That means you will not find a single open location by driving around, apart from rare local exceptions we could not confirm.
Texas Roadhouse gift card bonus deal
Texas Roadhouse says gift card specials are usually offered during the holidays. Its gift card page tells guests to join the VIP Club to hear about them, and it explains that bonus cards are emailed after a qualifying purchase.
A common past offer was a $10 bonus e-gift card with a $50 purchase, and a deal site listed one in June 2026. We found no confirmed holiday 2026 bonus offer yet, so do not count on the exact terms. Check the official gift card page before you buy.
Where to eat when Texas Roadhouse is closed
Several chains were open on past holidays, but hours vary by location, so confirm first. In 2025 reports, Waffle House, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, TGI Fridays, Whataburger and Starbucks were listed as open on Thanksgiving. Longer lists are in our guides to restaurants open on Thanksgiving and restaurants open on Christmas.
- Waffle House menu: open 24 hours, including holidays.
- Denny’s menu: many locations stay open, but hours differ. Call ahead.
- Cracker Barrel menu: see our Cracker Barrel Thanksgiving guide.
Want another steakhouse to compare for a different night? Read Texas Roadhouse vs Outback vs LongHorn, or view the Outback Steakhouse menu.
How to plan around the closure
- Eat at Texas Roadhouse on Wednesday, November 25 or on Black Friday.
- Use the waitlist in the app or on the website for busy nights.
- Call the restaurant for Christmas Eve hours and for takeout cutoffs.
- Buy gift cards early if you want to give a meal for later.
Frequently asked questions
Is Texas Roadhouse open on Thanksgiving 2026?
No, Texas Roadhouse is expected to be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The chain has closed on Thanksgiving for years, and 2024 and 2025 reports confirm it. Check your local restaurant if you need certainty.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on Christmas Day 2026?
No, Texas Roadhouse is expected to be closed on Friday, December 25, 2026. In 2025 the company website said all locations were closed on Christmas Day. It reopened on December 26 that year.
What are Texas Roadhouse Christmas Eve hours?
Most locations open on Christmas Eve with reduced hours, typically about 11 AM to 6 PM according to the 2025 company notice. This is last year’s pattern, not a confirmed 2026 schedule. Call your local restaurant to confirm.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on Black Friday?
Yes, Texas Roadhouse is expected to be open on Black Friday, November 27, 2026. Hours vary by location, so check before you go. Expect busy waits and use the online waitlist.
Is Texas Roadhouse open on New Year’s Day?
Texas Roadhouse is expected to be open on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2027, but we could not confirm hours. No closure policy exists for that day in the reports we found. Call your local restaurant first.
Why does Texas Roadhouse close on Thanksgiving and Christmas?
It closes so employees can spend the holidays with their families. The company website gave this reason for the Christmas closure in 2025. Reports say it has followed the practice for years.
Does Texas Roadhouse have a holiday gift card bonus in 2026?
Not confirmed yet. The company says gift card specials are typically offered during the holidays, and a past offer was a $10 bonus e-gift card with a $50 purchase. Check the official gift card page or join the VIP Club for the 2026 terms.
What restaurants are open when Texas Roadhouse is closed?
Waffle House is open 24 hours, and several other chains were open on past holidays. In 2025 reports, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, TGI Fridays and Whataburger were listed as open on Thanksgiving. Hours vary by location, so call ahead.
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