New Year’s Day Restaurants Open Today in Houston

As Houstonians wake up to the first day of 2025, many may be looking for a delicious way to kick off the new year. Luckily, numerous restaurants across the city will be open and serving up delicious brunch, lunch, and dinner options on New Year’s Day. Whether you’re craving a hearty breakfast to cure a New Year’s Eve revelry, a comforting lunch with family, or a relaxed dinner to reflect on the year ahead, Houston’s diverse culinary scene has something for everyone.

While New Year’s Day may be a bit more relaxed than the night before, it’s still a good idea to check with your desired restaurant about their hours of operation and any special menus they might be offering. Some may have limited hours or special brunch offerings.

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New Year’s Day Restaurants Open Today in Houston

Editor’s Note: Check out our full article for a more complete list of restaurants in Houston open on New Year’s Day.

Backstreet Cafe

Wednesday, January 1, 2025, 10 am – 3 pm, Backstreet Cafe will be serving our à la carte brunch menu New Year’s Day featuring black-eyed peas for good luck! This is our last shift open before our big renovation starts. We are very excited to celebrate with all of you. Cheers to new beginnings!

Bloom & Bee

New Year’s Day Brunch | January 1 | 11 AM – 4 PM

Caracol

Brunch de Año Nuevo to Thank you for another year! Join us in celebration on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1st, 2025 from 11 am -3 pm.

Cleburne Cafeteria

Open on New Year’s Day.

Fogo de Chão

Open on New Year’s Day from 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Georgia James

New Year’s Day | 12 pm – 10 pm

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille

Open on New Year’s Day: 4 PM – 9 PM

Phat Eatery

We are open for Christmas Eve, Christmas, NYE, and New Year’s Day! What can we say, we love celebrating with you. Join us for a Phat feast of your Malaysian favorites, great drinks, even better company, and even limited quantities of our Beef Rendang Wellington if you’re dining in!

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Open on New Year’s Day so you can relax and indulge.

Willie G’s

RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A HANGOVER BRUNCH! Serving up a New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch with your Willie’s G Brunch favorites and Chef Seasonal features!

Xochi

Brunch de Año Nuevo, Thank you for another year! Join us in celebration on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1st, 2025: 11 am – 3 pm.

Chick-fil-A®

U.S. Chick-fil-A® restaurants are open on New Year’s Day and New Year’s Eve (unless the holiday falls on a Sunday), although they may have limited operating hours.