Reviewed by: Callie Morrison
What’s open + closed on Christmas Day 2024 in The Magic City
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With Christmas Day just around the corner, it’s always a good idea to have a plan on one of the biggest days of the year.
Read more to find out what’s happening around Birmingham and how you can stay prepared for the holidays.
Restaurants open around town
Need a quick bite on Christmas? We’ve got you covered with these great eats that are open.
Bayleaf Modern Indian Cuisine
In the mood for some fresh Indian delicacies? Check out Bayleaf located in Five Points South.
- Location: 1024 20th St S Unit 101, Birmingham, AL 35205
- Christmas Day hours: 11AM-2:30PM; 5PM-9:30PM
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
A good steak and potatoes has never disappointed anyone!
- Location: Embassy Suites Hotel, 2300 Woodcrest Pl, Birmingham, AL 35209
- Christmas Day hours: 4PM-10PM
The Yard
This southern-style restaurant is serving everything from fish and grits to gnocchi on Christmas Day,
- Location: 1928 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Christmas Day hours: 6AM-10PM
Texas de Brazil
This upscale Brazilean eatery features an all-you-can eat platter and a great salad bar.
- Location: 2301 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Christmas Day hours: 5PM-9PM
Jack Brown’s Burger and Beer
Nothing sounds better than a good ‘old-fashioned burger after unwrapping presents on Christmas Day.
- Location: 2811 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Christmas Day hours: 11AM-12PM
Konomi Japanese Steak and Sushi Bar
Steak and sushi? I can’t think of a better combo. Check out Konomi offering fresh hibachi, sushi and cocktails.
- Location: 5870 Trussville Crossing Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35235
- Christmas Day hours: 11AM-2PM; 4:30PM-9:30PM
Convenience stores
Needing some last-minute editions to Christmas dinner? Here’s a list of shops that are open when you’re in a pinch.
- CVS
- Walgreens
- Buc-ee’s
More open on Christmas Day in Birmingham
AMC Summit 16
Miracle on 24th Street
Dave and Buster’s
Here’s our list of “don’t-go” spots on Christmas Day:
- Grocery stores such as Aldi, Walmart and Publix will be closed
- Banks are closed but most ATM’s will be available
- The Birmingham Public Library will be closed
- Jefferson County offices will be closed
- Public + private schools are closed for the holiday
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