Many restaurants in Bethesda are closed Christmas Day, but there are a few that will remain open for business. So if you don't celebrate Christmas or if you're just in the mood to leave the kitchen behind and have a non-traditional dinner with friends and family, check out these dining options that offer cuisines from across the globe.

Guardado's:  They'll be open Christmas Day and serving up their usual Spanish and Latin American cuisine like tapas, fajitas, quesadillas, meat and seafood.

Passage to India: Nothing says "Merry Christmas" like dining out at a restaurant that's received nods from Washingtonian Magazine and Zagat. You'll find Indian favorites like sag paneer, curry and vindaloo at this renowned restaurant.

Uptown Deli: Bethesda's famous New York-style Jewish Deli will be open for business Christmas Day serving up classics like reubens, latkes and matzo ball soup.

Tara Thai: In the mood for chicken satay, pad thai or honey roasted duck? Tara Thai on Bethesda Row will be serving up traditional Thai fare Christmas Day.

Bethesda Crab House: Crabs on Christmas? Why not? Maybe it will be your family's new tradition. Check out the steamed crabs, jumbo spiced shrimp or the Maryland style jumbo lump crab cakes.

Positano Ristorante Italiano: Buon Natale! Bethesda favorite Positano is open on Christmas. Mix and match your favorite pastas and meats with sauces like alfredo, pesto, and arrabbiata.

This isn't an exhaustive list, so if you have more suggestions, please let us know in the comments section. Mery Christmas from Patch!