6 Jefferson Parish Restaurants Open for Christmas

It’s Christmas time in Jefferson Parish, and time to make a reservation for the perfect holiday meal.

Check out our picks for the top restaurants that are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Know Before You Go

Reservation slots fill up quickly, and hours are subject to change. We recommend booking a table as soon as possible and calling restaurants to confirm holiday hours and offerings.

Loft18

Address: 3128 Metairie Road | Metairie
Open for: Christmas Eve

Enjoy some classic American-style shareables while playing a round or two of virtual golf to pass the time on Christmas Eve. Loft18 will be open and serving their regular menu, as well as their special cocktail of the month, the iced chocolate martini.

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Tana

Address: 2929 Metairie Road | Metairie
Open for: Christmas Eve

Tana is an upscale Italian restaurant in Old Metairie that combines the flavors and cuisines of Louisiana, Sicily, and Liguria. If you’re looking for an elevated dining experience for Christmas Eve, this is a great choice.

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Alder and Birch

Address: 4540 Williams Blvd | Kenner
Open for: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Located at the Treasure Chest Casino, Alder and Birch Steakhouse offers a variety of steaks cooked to your liking, delicious seafood options, and a curated list of cocktails and premium wines to complement your meal.

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A Tavola

Address: 3413 Veterans Memorial Boulevard | Metairie
Open for: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Warm up over a delicious 3-course Italian meal at A Tavola. Their seasonal spotlight offers a canellini bean salad, veal manicotti, and a tiramisu, among other options, for just $45.

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Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine

Address: 923 Metairie Road | Metairie
Open for: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Taj Mahal brings Indian culture and cuisine to New Orleans with a menu featuring flavorful dishes like curries, vindaloo, tandoor, and an assortment of breads and desserts. Arrive hungry and ready to sample a ton of delicious food.

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Ristorante Filippo

Address: 1917 Ridgelake Drive | Metairie
Open for: Christmas Eve

Another delicious spot to satisfy your Italian food cravings is Ristorante Filippo. Enjoy hearty servings of lasagna, chicken picatta, veal marsala, or a steak for a perfectly filling holiday dinner.

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Saltgrass Steakhouse

Address: 4860 Veterans Blvd | Metairie
Open for: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Open for both dining in and carry-out, Saltgrass Steakhouse will be serving its famous Angus beef steaks, seafood, and homemade desserts all holiday season long. It’s a reliable spot for a tasty meal.

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Landry's Seafood House

Address: 8000 Lakeshore Drive | New Orleans
Open for: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Located on Lake Pontchartrain, enjoy stunning waterfront views and delicious Gulf Coast flavors at Landry’s Seafood House. Celebrate the holidays with blackened fish, crab cakes, steaks, and fire-roasted oysters.

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14 Parishes on Oak

Address: 8227 Oak St | New Orleans
Open for: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Try something new with the unique flavors of Jamaica at 14 Parishes on Oak. Choose from entrees like jerk pork ribs, brownstew chicken, oxtails, rasta pasta, and a dozen options for tasty sides.

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