BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) -- Skip the stress of defrosting the Christmas turkey and let local Baton Rouge restaurants handle the cooking this holiday season. Several eateries will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, offering a hassle-free way to enjoy festive meals with family and friends. From breakfast to dinner, local restaurants are serving up special holiday menus featuring classic dishes like prime rib, gumbo, and traditional Louisiana sides. Many spots are also offering seasonal cocktails and decadent desserts to complete the celebration. Whether you're craving a fine dining experience or a casual sit-down meal, Baton Rouge has plenty of options to make your holiday meal one to remember. Know of a local restaurant serving up Christmas meals that didn't make the list? Email us about it at [email protected]. 1717 Kitchen + Cocktails Enjoy a festive three-course meal for $35 per person. The menu has roasted red pepper & smoked gouda soup, baked creole ham with apple-cranberry glaze, corn maque choux, smothered green beans with bacon and onions and cheesecake. The bar has seasonal cocktails including a winter margarita and gingerbread old fashioned. Make a reservation online. BRQ Restaurant This local barbecue restaurant will be open for brunch on Christmas Eve. The menu has chicken and waffles, omelets and eggs benedict. Make a reservation online. Burger King Hours vary by franchised location during the holidays, according to the company. Crowne Plaza Baton Rouge A Christmas Day buffet will have gumbo and salads, seafood, a carving station, small bites entrees and desserts. The cost will be $75 for adults, $45 for children and $30 for children under 6. Make a reservation by calling 225-925-2244. IHOP Get festive pancakes with the family! Order four chocolate pancakes filled and topped with peppermint bark pieces, cream cheese icing and whipped topping. Local restaurant hours will vary by location. Holidays 2024: Where to see Christmas light displays in the Baton Rouge area Juban's Restaurant & Bar This restaurant will offer a Christmas Eve brunch serving shrimp & grits, chantilly waffles, soft-shell crab BLT and more. Make a reservation online. Mansurs on the Boulevard The Christmas Eve holiday menu at this fine dining restaurant on Corporate Boulevard has charbroiled oysters, redfish, shrimp and grits, lobster and duck. Call 225-923-3366 to make a reservation. McDonald's Craving a burger during the holidays? People can use the online store locator tool to confirm hours. Subway Subway restaurants are owned and operated by a franchise network. Check your closest location online for holiday operation hours. Sullivan's Steakhouse This steakhouse will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The full menu will be available. A special holiday menu with wine pairings will be available too. Make a reservation online. Texas de Brazil This Baton Rouge restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Make a reservation online. LIST: 2024 Baton Rouge area holiday events Waffle House It’s rare to see a Waffle House closed, even on holidays. Double-check the hours of the closest restaurant location using the locator on the website. Wendy's Check out the location finder to see operation hours. Latest News Mississippi State transfer quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr. signs with LSU Multiple people injured after Wisconsin school shooting: police Baton Rouge restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Cafe Du Monde reopens after sudden evacuation, roof repairs Trump on NJ drones: Biden admin wants to 'keep people in suspense'