There are plenty of restaurants open on Christmas Day in New Jersey, so if you're too pooped to put on Christmas this year, all you have to make is a reservation. Once all the presents under your Christmas tree have been unwrapped and the stockings scavenged, lounge in your PJs, sip your coffee, and watch the kids play with their gifts and goodies without worrying about cooking and cleaning.
We’ve rounded up several New Jersey restaurants that are serving up a festive feast on Christmas Day. Make certain to call ahead to secure your spot. After that's done, take a drive to enjoy these festive New Jersey holiday light displays and peruse all the other ways to be merry in our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in New Jersey.