Searching for a caffeine lifeline on Christmas morning? You’re not alone. The short answer: many Starbucks locations will be open on Dec. 25, 2025 — but it depends on the store.
It varies by location
Starbucks gives individual stores latitude over holiday schedules, so you’ll find a patchwork of open and closed locations across the country. Corporate-owned cafés, neighborhood shops and drive‑thrus often keep some hours on Christmas, while outlets inside bigger retailers follow those parent companies’ holiday rules. For example, Starbucks locations inside Target will be closed because Target closes on Christmas Day.
The easiest way to be sure is to check the official Starbucks store locator on the company website or mobile app: Starbucks store locator. You can also call your local shop directly — a quick phone call still beats a cold walk in the snow.
Quick checking tips
- Use the Starbucks app or the store locator page before you head out. Mobile orders will show whether that store is accepting pickup.
- If you rely on navigation tools, remember some mapping services now include conversational helpers and business‑hour integrations that can make this faster; Google Maps’ new AI features are one example of that trend Google Maps Gets Gemini: A Conversational AI Copilot for Navigation.
- If you’re topping up a gift card or buying a digital voucher for quick use, note that digital gift cards for brands like Starbucks have been added to app stores and marketplaces — Google Play recently expanded its digital gift card offerings to include Starbucks Google Play Adds Digital Gift Card Shop — Disney, Starbucks, Adidas Among Launch Partners.
- McDonald’s
- Dunkin’
- Wendy’s
- Burger King
- Subway
- IHOP
- Waffle House
- Applebee’s
- Red Lobster
- Fogo de Chão
- Find your nearest Starbucks on the official store locator or app.
- Call the store if hours aren’t listed or to confirm mobile order pickup windows.
- Consider drive‑thru locations for shorter wait times.
- If you need a gift card or digital credit, check the platform you use (many app stores and marketplaces now sell Starbucks digital gift cards).
What to expect if a store is open
When a Starbucks is open on Christmas, hours often look shortened (late morning openings or early afternoon closes are common) or focused on the drive‑thru. Expect the usual holiday lineup of drinks and seasonal bakery items — favorites this year include Peppermint Mocha, Eggnog Latte and Chestnut Praline Latte, alongside pastries like the Cranberry Bliss Bar and Snowman Cookie. But availability can vary by market.
If you’re planning a stop between family visits or before a holiday flight, call ahead or place a mobile order to avoid a wasted trip.
A peek beyond Starbucks: other coffee and restaurant options
Coffee chains generally follow the same model of location‑by‑location hours. Dunkin’ and many independent cafés often operate on limited holiday schedules; check their apps or store locators. In broader restaurant terms, some national chains that typically remain open (hours vary by franchise) include:
And chains that commonly close on Christmas include Chick‑fil‑A, Chipotle, Cava and Cracker Barrel, among others. Hours and policies change by franchise and region, so a quick online check or phone call is the most reliable move.
Practical holiday-day checklist
Christmas Day routines differ — some cafés are hubs of quiet energy for travelers, others are dark and silent. If a warm cup is part of your holiday plan, a little digital legwork will usually get you to one that’s open.