36 Restaurants Open on Labor Day 2023

Labor Day weekend is here! It's the unofficial end of summer, making it the perfect time to hit the road for a trip to the beach, or stay close to home and grill with the neighbors. But it also marks a very busy time for many students, parents, and teachers, which means the last thing you want to do is stay home and cook (and then clean up the mess)! Why not check out one of these restaurants open on Labor Day, and keep September 4 casual and stress-free? Better yet, many of these restaurants offer deals and specials on the holiday so you might just save a bit of money in the process.

If you do have big Labor Day plans, check out the restaurants that are open if you need a quick snack on your road trip or to pick up dessert or side dishes for your cookout. If grocery shopping is on your to-do list, don't miss our list of all of the stores open on Labor Day. (Spoiler alert: Costco is closed.)

Do restaurants close on Labor Day?

Most chain restaurants will be open, but many locally owned eateries will choose to close for the holiday. When in doubt, we recommend calling ahead to make sure you don't make a wasted trip.

Restaurants Open on Labor Day 2023