Benihana · Friday, December 25, 2026
Is Benihana open on Christmas 2026?
Yes. Benihana is open on Christmas, Friday, December 25, 2026.
Details
Benihana restaurants were open on Christmas Day 2025, FOX Television Stations reported from restaurant websites; 2026 hours haven't been announced.
Expected, based on Benihana's past practice. It hasn't announced its 2026 hours yet. Source Updated October 19, 2026.
Benihana on other holidays
Full scheduleThanksgiving
Thursday, November 26, 2026VariesChristmas Eve
Thursday, December 24, 2026OpenNew Year's Eve
Thursday, December 31, 2026Not announcedNew Year's Day
Friday, January 1, 2027Not announcedEaster
Sunday, March 28, 2027OpenMemorial Day
Monday, May 31, 2027Not announcedJuly 4th
Sunday, July 4, 2027Not announcedLabor Day
Monday, September 6, 2027Not announced
Thursday, November 26, 2026VariesChristmas Eve
Thursday, December 24, 2026OpenNew Year's Eve
Thursday, December 31, 2026Not announcedNew Year's Day
Friday, January 1, 2027Not announcedEaster
Sunday, March 28, 2027OpenMemorial Day
Monday, May 31, 2027Not announcedJuly 4th
Sunday, July 4, 2027Not announcedLabor Day
Monday, September 6, 2027Not announced
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