Pike Place Market Restaurants Open on New Year’s Eve and More

What better way to enjoy the holidays and ring in 2024 than at Pike Place Market! We rounded up the Market restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, and special menus or other festivities they may be offering.

Check with each restaurant below and make sure you make your New Year’s Eve dinner reservation early.

See all Pike Place Market restaurants and eateries in our Market directory.

Pike Place Market Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve

Alibi Room – open from 11:30am – 6pm on Christmas Eve
The Alibi Room is across from the world-famous Gum Wall in Post Alley. Its exposed brick and wood beams give it a cozy vibe, perfect for celebrating Christmas Eve. On the menu: brick-oven pizzas, salads, and cocktails.

Can Can Culinary Cabaret – open for brunch from 9:30am – 3pm, shows at 1pm & 5pm on Christmas Eve
The Can Can Culinary Cabaret will have a special presentation of their Wonderland show to celebrate the holiday. Shows are at 1pm for their all-ages brunch matinee, & 5pm for their regular 21+ showing. Get your tickets! Or grab brunch or holiday cocktails at The Dressing Room: Bistro and Bar By Can Can. This standalone restaurant is next to the Can Can Culinary Cabaret, and has all the charm of being at one of their live shows. Enjoy delicious French-inspired Pacific Northwest fare, and don’t miss the beignets!

El Borracho – open from 12pm – 5pm on Christmas Eve
El Borracho is one of the best places in Seattle to get your Mexican food fix and they’re now serving 100% plant-based Mexican food. On the menu: massive tacos, zesty spiced chipotle “chikin”, or jackfruit cochinitas — all fresh, vegetarian takes on classic Mexican dishes.

Lowell’s – open 8am – 3pm on Christmas Eve

Enjoy three floors of scenic views overlooking the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains alongside delicious brunch options at Lowell’s. With fresh seafood daily, options like the Dungeness Crab Benedict and Alderwood Smoked King Salmon Scramble are a no-brainer.

Old Stove Brewing – open from 11am – 4pm for Christmas Eve
Grab lunch and a beer while taking in unbeatable views of Puget Sound at Old Stove Brewing. This brewery on Western Avenue in Pike Place Market’s MarketFront is a lively, kid-friendly taproom. On the menu: Clam Bacon Chowder, Old Stove Burger, wood fire pizza, fish & chips and more!

Place Pigalle – open from 12  – 8pm for Christmas Eve 
Place Pigalle is an intimate restaurant with a quaint old-world parlor overlooking Seattle’s Puget Sound that specializes in creating the ultimate dining experience. On the menu: French fare, including steamed mussels, bouillabaisse, onion soup, and more! Book your reservation! 

Virginia Inn – open from 10am – 2pm on Christmas Eve
Enjoy brunch at this historic restaurant in Pike Place Market. The Virginia Inn has been serving Seattle fine food and drink since 1903. On the menu: corned beef hash, biscuits & gravy, avocado toast, eggs benedict, and more! The best part — they have an extensive gluten-free menu.

Pike Place Market Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

IL Bistro – open from 5pm – 9:30pm for a special Christmas Day dinner (last seating is at 9:30pm)
Enjoy Christmas Day in a cozy, candlelit space with fresh local ingredients and specialized handmade cocktails. Dinner is $122 per person. The prix-fixe, three-course menu includes rigatoni bolognese, salmon, grilled New York steak, tiramisu, and more. Dining room seats are sold out, but they still have 21+ bar seating available. Book your reservation! 

Pike Place Market Restaurants Open on New Year’s Eve

Alibi Room – open from 11:30am – 2am on New Year’s Eve
Ring in 2024 at The Alibi Room! This cozy, dimly lit restaurant next to the Gum Wall is the perfect speakeasy to relax before the New Year’s Eve festivities. If you want to get your groove on — head to their basement bar that will play host to a special 80s-themed affair for the evening. Just beware, that’s where the ghosts live.

Athenian Seafood Restaurant & Bar – open 11am – 6pm on New Year’s Eve
This classic restaurant inside Pike Place Market’s main arcade is a great place to relax and rejuvenate while spending the day shopping with friends and family.

Can Can Culinary Cabaret – open from 9:30am – 11pm on New Year’s Eve
The Can Can Culinary Cabaret will have a special presentation of their Wonderland show to celebrate 2024. Their New Year’s Eve show at 11pm features a special select menu and a champagne toast to ring in the new year! Get your tickets! Or grab brunch, dinner or celebratory cocktails at The Dressing Room: Bistro and Bar By Can Can. Their flat-rate $75 charge includes a 3-course meal from their slect menu if booked before 10pm. Those after 10pm will include a specialty food item and cocktail or non-alcoholic option of your choice. Book a seat here.

El Borracho – open from 12pm – 11pm on New Year’s Eve
El Borracho is one of the best places in Seattle to get your Mexican food fix and they’re now serving 100% plant-based Mexican food. On the menu: massive tacos, zesty spiced chipotle “chikin”, or jackfruit cochinitas — all fresh, vegetarian takes on classic Mexican dishes.

IL Bistro – open from 5pm – 9:30pm a special New Year’s Eve dinner (last seating is at 9:30pm)
Celebrate the New Year at IL Bistro! Keeping the tradition alive for 47 years. IL Bistro is a cozy, candlelit restaurant serving specialized handmade cocktails and dishes made from fresh local ingredients. Reserve ahead for the remaining 21+ bar seating to enjoy their three-course menu priced at $136 per person. Book your reservation! 

Lonely Siren – Open until Midnight on New Year’s Eve
Celebrate the New Year at Pike Place Market’s newest tapas and cocktail bar. The Lonely Siren features a Portuguese-inspired small bites menu and a wealth of crafted cocktails and mocktails. Head to their glass house on Level 2 of the Pike Street Hill Climb.

Le Pichet – open from 10am – 9pm on New Year’s Eve
Le Pichet is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat and have a quiet moment to reflect on the past year. This neighborhood-style restaurant and café is inspired by the lifestyle of France. Think good food and wine! Recommended menu item: signature slow-roasted chicken for two.

Lowell’s – open 8am – 3pm on New Year’s Eve
Enjoy three floors of scenic views overlooking the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains alongside delicious brunch options at Lowell’s. With fresh seafood daily, options like the Dungeness Crab Benedict and Alderwood Smoked King Salmon Scramble are a no-brainer.

Maximilien – open from 5:30pm – 9pm for a special New Year’s Eve dinner (last seating is at 9pm)
Maximilien Chef Potvin is preparing a traditional French feast for New Year’s Eve that is sure to impress the most refined palate, with jazzy entertainment to match. They’ll have a jazz singer floating through the restaurant, with a violinist and pianist/accordionist to accompany them and create a lively ambience. Dinner starts at $115 per person for the 5-course early seating menu, and $145 for the late-seating 7-course menu. Make your reservation.

Matt’s in the Market – open for lunch from 11:30am – 2:30pm, and dinner 5:30 – 10pm on New Year’s Eve
Executive Chef Matt Fortner offers a delectable array of dishes sourced with Market-fresh ingredients, gearing the menu toward the seasonal bounty of the Great Pacific Northwest. Enjoy a passionately curated wine list and full-scratch bar alongside seafood specialties, grilled meats, and classic small plates like salads and charcuterie. Take in the views from above Pike Place while seated in the neon glow across from the iconic Clock & Sign. A handful of reservations are still available! Make your reservation.

Old Stove Brewing – open from 11am – 9pm on New Year’s Eve
Grab lunch and a beer while taking in unbeatable views of Puget Sound at Old Stove Brewing. This brewery on Western Avenue in Pike Place Market’s Market Front is a lively, kid-friendly taproom. On the menu: clam bacon chowder, fish & chips, Old Stove burger, wood fire pizza, and more! Look for their special holiday beer!

Place Pigalle – open from 12pm – 9pm on New Year’s Eve 
Place Pigalle is an intimate restaurant with a quaint old-world parlor overlooking Seattle’s Puget Sound. The serving staff to the chef specializes in creating the ultimate dining experience. On the menu: French fare, including steamed mussels, bouillabaisse, onion soup, and more! Book your reservation! 

Virginia Inn – open from 10am – 8pm on New Year’s Eve
Enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner at this historic restaurant in Pike Place Market. The Virginia Inn has been serving Seattle fine food and drink since 1903. On the menu: crispy Brussels sprouts, fish & chips, duck confit, and more! The best part, they have an extensive gluten-free menu.

Honorable mention: 
Unexpected Productions – open from 9pm – midnight on New Year’s Eve
Pike Place Market’s improv theatre Unexpected Productions is laughing in the New Year with a fast-paced comedy improv battle. 20 hilarious improvisers split up into 4 teams with the goal of making you laugh. This is an off-the-chart party that includes hats, streamers, and fun! Enjoy a special champagne toast as the ball drops at midnight. Doors open at 9pm. Get your tickets! 

Pike Place Market Restaurants Open on New Year’s Day

Athenian Seafood Restaurant & Bar – open 9am – 3pm on New Year’s Day
This classic restaurant inside Pike Place Market’s main arcade is a great place to relax and rejuvenate while spending the day shopping with friends and family.

El Borracho – open from 12pm – 10pm on New Year’s Day
El Borracho is one of the best places in Seattle to get your Mexican food fix and they’re now serving 100% plant-based Mexican food. On the menu: massive tacos, zesty spiced chipotle “chikin”, or jackfruit cochinitas — all fresh, vegetarian takes on classic Mexican dishes.

Old Stove Brewing – open from 11am – 9pm on New Year’s Day
Grab lunch and a beer while taking in unbeatable views of Puget Sound at Old Stove Brewing. This brewery on Western Avenue in Pike Place Market’s Market Front is a lively, kid-friendly taproom. On the menu: Clam Bacon Chowder, Old Stove Burger, wood fire pizza, and more! Look for their special release holiday beer!