Whether you've spent too much time in the kitchen putting together a big holiday brunch or you aren't one who celebrates Christmas, there are many options when it comes to dinner that don't require turning the oven on. Whether you want something a little more low-key than an elaborate meal, or just something easy for lunch before digging into your dinner feast, you may be wondering if some of your favorite pizza chains, like Domino's, are open on December 25. After all, nothing hits the spot quite like a hot slice of pizza.

Most Domino's locations are independently owned and operated, which means each restaurant decides its own holiday hours. Domino's stores aren't required to stay open on Christmas, so hours will vary. This year, most locations have opted to remain closed on the big holiday, with limited hours on Christmas Eve.

With that in mind, your safest bet is to call ahead to see what your nearest location's plans are for the holidays. Giving them a call beforehand is much better than craving a cheesy bread or lava cake before ensuring you can get your hands on one when you want it. Once you have your answer, you can adjust your plans accordingly—like making sure you ditch the gingerbread cookies to save enough room for those lava cakes I mentioned—for one day, at least.

If your local Domino's is closed, there are still some restaurants open on Christmas. And if none if these sound good, there are always leftovers. We have plenty of ideas for using up leftover mashed potatoes, ham, cranberry sauce, and prime rib.