Marana Restaurants Open on Christmas

Find restaurants serving Christmas dinner for a holiday meal you won't soon forget.

Let our restaurants handle the cooking this year so you can enjoy a stress-free day with your loved ones. Explore winter activities and festive events across town, then round out the day with a celebratory meal at one of these restaurants.

Ignite Restaurant & Lounge

December 20 - December 31, 2025 | 6 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Surprise your family with a new twist on the Feast of Seven Fishes by reserving a table at Ignite’s Twelve Nights of Sushi. Classic favorites and refined creations fill the menu, and each dish is crafted to elevate your holiday dining experience.

Reservations encouraged

Ignite Restaurant & Lounge

Cayton’s Restaurant

December 22, 2025 - January 1, 2026 | 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Soft lighting and elegant décor set the tone for an elevated holiday evening at Cayton’s. Settle in with à la carte Christmas specials, themed cocktails, and seasonal flavors with refined style.

Reservations required

Bob’s Steak & Chop House

December 24, 2025 | 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Do you have family arriving on Christmas Eve? Treat them to a special holiday dinner at Bob’s, where seasonal dishes create a festive dining experience in an elegant setting.

Reservations are required

CORE Kitchen & Wine Bar

Brunch: December 25, 2025 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Dinner: December 24 & 25, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

CORE Kitchen & Wine Bar is cooking up a festive brunch buffet and curated, four-course menu for your holiday celebration. The brunch buffet features made-to-order omelets, iced seafood, carving stations with butter-roasted turkey, and Chef Marlon’s signature Yule Log. Dinner brings standout entrées like beef tenderloin, charred silver snapper bouillabaisse, and winter mushroom ravioli, complemented by optional wine pairings. Reservations are required for both meals.

Brunch Reservations Dinner Reservations

CORE Kitchen & Wine Bar

Desert Farmer

December 25, 2025 | 7 a.m. - 12 p.m

Are the kids in your family early risers? Desert Farmer is ready to help you start your holiday bright and early. After unwrapping gifts, head to the restaurant to start your holiday on a sweet note with their glazed strawberry waffle or go savory with classics like Huevos Rancheros. Open to the public with no reservations required.

Cracker Barrel

If you prefer a more intimate gathering in the comfort of your home, and would rather relax than cook, let Cracker Barrel take the stress out of your holiday. Their heat-and-serve feasts, complete with prime rib or holiday ham, homestyle sides, and pies, bring a signature warmth straight to your table.

Looking for fun things to do on Christmas Day? The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is open year-round and is a great experience for all-ages. Follow trails through striking desert scenery and explore a variety of exhibits including animal habitats, an aquarium and an art gallery.

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