Christmas lunch/dinner in Austin, Texas

[evelyn175]

We are wanting to eat out for Christmas lunch or dinner this year. Are there any restaurants open?

[redhatcharm]

Yes, here is Rob Balon's extensive Holiday list:

http://www.diningoutwithrobbalon.com/2012/12/15/robs-christmas-and-new-years-dining-options-2012/

Not on his list for Christmas:
http://www.threadgills.com
http://carmelosrestaurant.com

Plus all the big hotels will have buffets in their ballrooms, but they can be pricey.

The Radisson's TGI's Friday restaurant downtown has a buffet:
http://www.radisson.com/rad/images/hotels/TXAUSTDT/CMSNEW/TGIFXmasPoster2x24.pdf

http://www.1886cafeandbakery.com (in S.F. Austin Hotel)

[BTAustin]

Din Ho always gets mentioned here. I understand that Chinatown will be open for dim sum. I may see if T and S is. If dim sum doesn't work out I may see if First Chinese BBQ is open.