VANDALIA--While most restaurants closed for Christmas so workers could feast with their families, there were a few local places
open for those that didn't have family or just wanted a holiday from cooking.
The parking lot at Shen's Szechuan & Sushi in Vandalia looked like a tailgating party.
Some families are making the meal a Christmas tradition.
"We typically get busy around three o'clock, late afternoon after they're done opening presents and stuff so it gets pretty nice," one diner said.
Remember the movie "A Christmas Story" ends at a Chinese restaurant. Restaurant workers tell us the pleasure they get sharing Christmas cheer is matched only by the generous tips they get this time of year.
open for those that didn't have family or just wanted a holiday from cooking.
The parking lot at Shen's Szechuan & Sushi in Vandalia looked like a tailgating party.
Some families are making the meal a Christmas tradition.
"We typically get busy around three o'clock, late afternoon after they're done opening presents and stuff so it gets pretty nice," one diner said.
Remember the movie "A Christmas Story" ends at a Chinese restaurant. Restaurant workers tell us the pleasure they get sharing Christmas cheer is matched only by the generous tips they get this time of year.
