Knoxville restaurants that are open on Christmas Day

Knoxville restaurants open on Christmas day are more plentiful that you might think. A wide variety of eateries are available. The list of restaurants that are open on Christmas Day in Knoxville aren't limited to fast food or takeout dining. The following list is verified as of 12/2013.

Information can change without notice. It's always advisable to confirm the operating hours or to make reservations.

Calhoun's Restaurants are open on Christmas Day in Knoxville. We were told that it's "different for each one". Diners should call ahead to verify. The contact information for each can be found by clicking the link above. 

Bailey's Sports Grille North Seven Oaks Drive, Opens at 6:00 pm., 865-531-2644

Copper Cellar, 7316 Kingston Pike , 865-673-3422

Cherokee Grill, Gatlinburg is open from Noon-10:00, 865-436-4287

Holiday Inn, 304 N. Cedar Bluff Road buffet will run from 11:00-2:00 pm, reservations needed, 865-693-1011.

IHOP, The Kingston Pike location will open at 12 Noon on Christmas day. Their phone number is (865) 588-8331.

IHOP on Lovell Road is also one of the Knoxville restaurants that are open on Christmas Day. Call them at (865) 671-3804. 

Iron Skillet, 722 N. Watt Road will open at 12 Noon. Their phone number is 865-690-6194. Look for this Knoxville restaurant inside the Petro Fuel Center.

Mahogany's at the Crowne Plaza, downtown will be open from 10:30 am - 2:00. Call 865-522-2600 for reservations or directions.

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse is open on Christmas Day. Reservations are needed. Phone 865-546-4696

Shoney's Knoxville restaurants are open on Christmas Day for limited hours. Call ahead to check. Find the location you need at http://www.shoneysknox.com/locations/

Smoky Mountain Brewery, 11308 Parkside Drive, Limited hours. Phone them at 865-288-5500.

Waffle House, All Knoxville locations are available on Christmas Day. If you like your hashbrowns scattered, smothered, covered and southern style, then this diner is for you. Prices are affordable. 

More eateries may be open on Christmas than we know about. If so, we would love to add them to our list. If you know of any Knoxville restaurants open on Christmas Day let us know. Leave a comment below or email us at youvebeenreviewed @ gmail .com.