Looking for the top Christmas lunches, brunches, and dinners in Hong Kong for 2023? Look no further! Little Steps has curated a list of the best dining experiences that cater to all tastes and preferences. From traditional turkey meals to non-traditional twists like Mexican and Vietnamese delights, we’ve got you covered. And don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about the little ones! We’ve included child-friendly menus as well. So, put on your ugly Christmas jumpers, bundle up the kids, and indulge in a delightful culinary adventure this Christmas season. And if you prefer the comfort of your own home, be sure to check out our guide for the best Christmas and holiday takeaway options in Hong Kong!
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On Christmas Day, The Murray Hong Kong invites you to feast under their iconic Arches for a very special Christmas Barbecue that will delight adults and kids alike. This unique outdoor dining experience, beautifully decorated with Christmas cheer and set against the beautiful Hong Kong cityscape, will provide a wonderful experience for families – and especially kids who will love exploring the space and garden! And if they’re lucky they may even get a chance to ride on the electric toy cars! Click here for more information. Book here!
A unique twist for your holiday feast! Tokyo Lima offers a wonderful Festive Brunch and Festive Dinner Menus curated by Peruvian Culinary Director Arturo Melendez. Highlights of the menus include the Lomo saltado "el taco", the Pan Con Chicharron and mains like the nikky chicken katsu. Santa's Elves Sweet Table will satisfy all your cravings with festive baked goods, fruits, candies and more!
For a truly memorable Christmas lunch, head to the Magistracy Dining Room in Tai Kwun, Central and feast under their vaulted ceilings and beautiful surroundings. The menu will include Pacific blue prawn cocktail, classic Caesar salad and double-baked Lincolnshire poacher souffle to start, their aged prime-rib as a main (slow-roasted for sized hours and crusted in mustard and crispy onions) carved on a tableside trolley, an array of sides and a decadent sticky toffee pudding to end.
In celebration of its eighth anniversary here in Hong Kong, Michelin-starred Arcane is bringing you a seasonal tasting menu like no other. Available on the 23, 24 & 31 of December 2023, choose from 4 or 6 courses featuring seasonal dishes as well as signature favorites.
Especially for December, the aqualuna has a special Christmas Dinner at Sea. The cruise is perfect for families looking to celebrate with a winter-warming Western menu. Set sail for 2 hours and indulge in the buffala Caprese, prawn caesar salad and more starters. Mains include a roasted pork belly with apple, leeks and lentils, roasted turkey with balsamic glazed parsnips, truffle mash potato and more. There are a traditional Italian tiramisu and dark chocolate and hazelnut tart for desset. In addition to enjoying the cruise, kids can get creative with a Christmas coloring-in pack filled with festive drawings!
This year, Divino Patio is serving up some serious Christmas Eve specialties, as well as a generous semi-brunch buffet for Christmas day. Indulge in resident Chef Omar's childhood favorites such as Il Brodo Di Cappone (traditional Chapon broth and ham tortellini), eel skewers, spit grill Iberico baby pork roulade and a festive panettone to finish and to celebrate Christmas eve. The next day, there will be a traditional Christmas turkey, as well as a selection of classic antipasti like fresh oysters, Italian cold cuts, and premium cheeses as well as specialties from the spit grill like striploin, lamb skewers, sustainable Norwegian salmon, wagyu beef cheek and more.
Bored of turkey, ham, and roast potatoes, why not go for Indian at the ever-colorful restaurant Chaiwala. They are offering a Christmas Brunch and Dinner Tasting Menu featuring delicious South Asian dishes! This festive affair includes an impressive spread and everyone's favorite Indian dishes such as tandoor grilled meats, pork vindaloo, Old Delhi Butter Chicken, and Saag Paneer. All plates are made to be shared, and it ends with a selection of Bollywood desserts to treat everyone's sweet tooth.
Fulfill your holiday wishes with a sparkling ambiance and a heartwarming gathering of family and friends at Pirata. They will serve special tasting menus for brunches and dinners. Families and friends will delight in sharing generous dishes of honest Italian food, made with fresh ingredients and cooked with love. Special three-course brunch and dinner menus will feature fan-favorite saffron risotto and nonna-style pappardelle as well as the ultimate Christmas turkey roll. Don't miss the traditional panettone and the "Il Grand Tiramisu".
Go for something non-traditional and have the kids explore other cuisines during the festivities! Head to Le Garçon Saigon for their sensational family-style feast, Le Festival de Saïgon, where the whole family can tuck into their array of delicious fresh seafood and vibrant Vietnamese flavors. This menu is designed for seafood lovers as the menu includes baby squid, grilled lobster, prawns, oysters and so much more delightful seafood! For the picky eaters, sides include the classic bánh mì and Vietnamese greens. Dinner includes free-flow prosecco and house wines!
For a real holiday treat, book up one of the restaurants at The Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, they are offering various brunches lunches, and dinners during the Christmas period. For an amazing festive lunch buffet, Tiffin and The Grill, and Grand Café will be serving a dinner buffet. Grissini and Kaetsu are also celebrating with a Festive Christmas Bunrch, Lunch and Dinner Menu. Expect a lavish affair at any of these restaurants!
Osteria Marzia is a lovely coastal Italian restaurant that has got a lot planned for this Festive Season! They wish to transport you to the coastal regions of Italy with their Festa Dei Sette Pesci (the Feast of the Seven Fishes) for a classic holiday experience. Expect delicious fresh linguine with Boston lobster, date tomato and basil as well as an array of grilled and raw fish including the signature Hamachi, finished off by Sicilian cannoli and homemade clementine sorbet.
If you are looking for a family-friendly festive dinner, head over to The Globe. This all-time classic British pub has a fantastic menu on offer on Christmas Day, featuring truffled cauliflower soup, smoked salmon, honey-glazed turkey, or an amazing beef striploin served with all the trimmings. Leave room for dessert, you will be served traditional English sticky toffee pudding or the irresistible Christmas pudding with brandy custard!
Another unique festive option on this list is Crown Super Deluxe. Get a front-row seat for a one-of-a-kind teppanyaki experience this Christmas! Opt for a Holiday Lunch or Dinner and have Chef Toru and his skilled team entertain you with a delightful teppanyaki lunch! Their menu has various Wagyu dishes like sirloin and tenderloin as well as wagyu garlic fried rice, starters include foie gras, a mizuna salad and chawanmushi with winter black truffle. Finished off with the Chef's Dessert.
Bedu, the Middle-Eastern inspired restaurant tucked away in a quiet corner on Gough Street is serving up a Festive Chef's menu and Christmas tasting menu complete with classics such as spiced pumpkin soup and turkey ballotine. Yet it stays close to its roots by complementing the meal with their own interpretations of Middle-Eastern favorites like smoky hummus, smoked duck basturma, cranberry tabboule and much more!
This year Feather & Bone have pulled out all the stops with their Christmas menus. Start with their centerpiece grazing board before moving on to their expertly prepared traditional turkey with all the trimmings. You can choose to upgrade to their signature Beef Wellington. The Christmas menus conclude with a delicious assortment of sweet treats like the traditional Christmas pudding, velvety chocolate mousse and the treacle tart. Vegetarian and kids menus are available as well as free-flow options.
The popular Brazilian-Japanese eatery Uma Nota is launching their Festive Chef's menu and Christmas tasting menu, and it's perfect for those have had enough of turkey this season! The menu is heavy on fresh fish, with favorites like cured salmon and spicy tuna rolls, as well a stewed white fish in coconut milk as a main, but also includes more hearty options like the suckling pig and grass-fed ribeye steak. To keep in with holiday traditions polish the meal off with the Uma Nota yule log.
Book a coveted spot for a unique Christmas celebration dinner at the Chef's Counter at Belon where head chef Jacob Zuidervliet and his team will be preparing a festive meal of seasonal and exclusive French dishes, with their signature refined elegance. Book through this link!
Newly opened in Taikoo Place, The Butcher's Club Grille (by Butcher's Club) is already making a name for itself thanks to its select meat cuts. This Christmas they invite you to try their Elevated Surf And Turf Christmas menu, which includes a choice of starters like creamy lobster bisque and baked camembert with truffle honey, and for mains you can choose from the wet aged Australian filet, the truffle carbonara and more. End this delicious festive meal with a Japanese-style cheesecake or the 70% molten chocolate cake.
Fireside, at the dining destination H Code in Central has something very special in store for you this Christmas. Whether you're looking for a hearty Christmas eve dinner set that includes aged meat and perfectly grilled seafood or a festive brunch featuring tuna tataki, pork chop, lamb belly and a wagyu steak, you can find it at Fireside. Make it a boozy brunch by adding a 90 minute champagne free-flow for HK$498.
The Continental, now under new management by none other than The Upper House is serving up some serious dishes this Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Choose from a set menu of classic comfort yet refined foods that will suit all diets and palates. To start, choose from one of five starters like the open raviolo of confit duck or the gravadlax of confit salmon. Mains also have five options like the sea bass or the roast loin of Kinboshi port and to finish you can choose from five desserts (although we wish we didn't have to!) like the chilled coconut rice pudding or the Christma pudding with the brown butter anglaise.
Family-favorite Campsite restaurant, boasting a glamping dining experience, has some festive lunch and dinner menus in store this holiday season. Winter pumpkin soup, roast turkey duo, Campfire beef tenderloin, baked lobster and festive cake are just some of the festive dishes on offer. Use code SANTA for a 15% off your booking.
This festive period Morton's are bringing you the best of the sea and the land for lunch and dinner. The lunch set features a choice of starters, like Morton’s iconic Lobster Bisque and classic Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail. For mains, choose from Filet Mignon, Broiled Pacific Salmon or Chicken Christopher alongside a selection of seafood options as well as moreish sides and an all-American key lime pie to finish. Dinner consists of crab cake with truffle soft poached egg, Pan Seared Foie Gras with Toasted Brioche and Apple Compote. After that you can choose between a Wagyu filet, New York strip steak, Chilean sea bass or fresh whole baked Maine lobster. Leave room for the truffle fries (a classic) and Morton's legendary hot chocolate cake.
Moxie, part of The Arcane Collective, offers a festive menu focused on sustainable and health-conscious dining. The Christmas menu features delicious dishes like Black Tiger Prawn Cocktail and Porcini and Black Truffle Soup. The main courses include Steamed Salmon Bass and Balsamic Glazed Onion Tarte. For dessert, there's Festive Fruit Cake and Cinnamon Palmier.
Dan Ryan's Chicago Grill will be transformed into a whimsical chocolate wonderland in December. They will host Dan's Gobstopping Carnival at Lee Tung Avenue on December 16th and 17th, featuring a Candy Table, Christmas Ornament Workshops, face painting, balloon twisting, and a beer pong table. They are offering a special Christmas Set Menu for two, including dishes like Maple Pancetta Strips with Cheesy Mash and chocolate Dips, NY Striploin Steak with Chocolate Steak Sauce, Lobster Tail with Buttered Dip, and S'mores Dip. They also have innovative Christmas Specials, such as the Fries Trio and the Cheese Bomb with Chili Chocolate Dip. Their Christmas beverage menu includes festive drinks like Spiced Cherry Bellini, Clearly A Chocolate Martini, and The Nutcracker, as well as non-alcoholic options like Scrumptious Chocolate Shake, Candy Cane, and Salted Caramel ChaIced Tea.
For a modern and elegant Christmas meal, Cornerstone ticks all the boxes. Start with an elegant canapé selection, before delving into shared starters like the Japanese egg custard with Oscietra caviar. Choose from two main courses like the poached yellow chicken or eggplant katsu before finishing with the spiced chocolate cake.
Vietnamese newcomer MâmAmis is offering their Christmas Roast Turkey Set designed to serve six to eight people, this season and includes a Whole Roasted Turkey marinated with Vietnamese herbs, accompanied by six comforting side dishes such as Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots, Sautéed Red Cabbage, Asparagus, Buttered Sweet Corn on the Cob, and Chicken Salad with calamansi vinaigrette. The set also includes Sriracha Cranberry Aioli, Homemade Gravy, and a Vietnamese dessert. Pre-ordering at least one week in advance is recommended for gatherings with family or festive events with friends to enjoy this Vietnamese-inspired Christmas Set.
The Peak Lookout, a historic dining destination in Hong Kong with breathtaking views, offers Christmas and New Year's Eve menus blending Eastern and Western flavors. The lunch and dinner menus feature classic dishes like Roasted US Turkey Roulade and Grilled Australian Black Angus Sirloin. For dessert, there's Traditional Christmas Pudding. The New Year's Eve dinner includes Japanese Scallop Carpaccio, Pan-fried French Duck Foie Gras, Grilled South Africa Wagyu Sirloin, and Homemade Tagliatelle with Porcini. Each guest receives a complimentary glass of Soligo Prosecco. Children can enjoy special menus priced at HK$458 for two courses on Christmas and HK$468 for two courses on New Year's Eve.
El Taquero, located in Wan Chai, brings the vibrant flavors of modern Mexico City's street-side taqueros to its customers. This holiday season, they offer a festive menu from November 29th to December 22nd, featuring traditional Mexican Christmas flavors with a twist. The set of three tacos includes roasted turkey, tantalizing Chicken Adobado, and crispy fried Fish Sayulita, perfect for sharing or as a main dish. The Bacalao de Navidad combines buttery cod fish with tangy tomato, spicy chile güero, crunchy almonds, green olives, and aromatic parsley, served with plain rice. To complete the celebration, try the Ponche Navideño, a seasonal beverage infused with fragrant winter spices, fruits, and a touch of holiday spirit.
Celebrate the holidays at Regent Hong Kong with a range of dining experiences. Enjoy cocktails, set dinner menus, and buffets at various restaurants. Indulge in refined Cantonese cuisine at Lai Ching Heen or experience Nobu's unique flavors. The soon-to-launch Qura will offer a luxurious destination bar, and The Steak House is perfect for meat lovers. Don't miss the stunning views and live entertainment on New Year's Eve. Kids menus available. Check out their full offering here.
F.I.G.S. & Apéro, located in Cityplaza, offers three festive menus from December 24 to 26 for large groups celebrating the holidays. The Kids Christmas Menu includes kid-friendly appetizers and options like Truffle Mac and Cheese and Hawaiian Pizza 8', with Churros for dessert. The Christmas Dinner Menu features hot and cold plates, including Peppered Tuna Tartare and Seared Foie Gras, with a homemade Christmas Log Cake. The Christmas Brunch Menu offers Cold Antipasti, Hot Tapas, mains, and the Christmas Log Cake for dessert.
Posso, located in Kau U Fong, is known for its fresh handmade pastas, modern cicchetti, and exceptional wine selection. From December 23 to 26, they offer festive menus for brunch and dinner.
The Christmas Brunch Menu features starters like Roast Butternut Squash salad and Beef Carpaccio, followed by comforting Ribollita. For mains, choose from options like 3-day aged roast chicken or Lasagna. And of course, don't miss out on Posso's unique twist on Tiramisu for dessert.
The Christmas Six-Course Dinner Set Menu includes delightful small bites such as 7-day Kombu Aged Yellowtail and Chargrilled Celeriac. Indulge in Posso's expertly crafted pastas like Scarpinocc, and savor the tender Hickory Smoked M7 Wagyu Chuck. Conclude the meal with the delightful chestnut Cannoncini for a sweet ending.
The restaurants at the Rosewood Hong Kong are planning an impressive festive spread this Christmas, with a Mediterranean pescatarian experience at Asaya Kitchen, a buzzing Spanish meal at Bayfare Social, authentic Italian at BluHouse, a refined Indian Christmas lunch and dinner at CHAAT and festive set menus at Holt's Café and more. If you prefer something more traditional, i.e. a succulent turkey with all the trimmings then HENRY is the ticket. Explore all festive dining options here.
Estro's Christmas Lunch Menu (available December 24 & 25, 2023) features authentic Italian flavors, like red prawn coral pannacotta with lemon and cavia and scialatielli with king crab and Amalfi lemon. For Christmas dinner on those days, indulge in eel with bell pepper, Taggiasca olive, oregano and capers, and fusilli cime di rapa and uni. For the full festive menus click here.
Have you been to the newly opened Melody yet? Well now's the perfect opportunity - they're offering a Christmas Party Lunch and Dinner (November 27 - December 23) and a Grand Finale on Christmas Day and Eve. Choose from delicious set meals that include mains like the roast duck or the ribeye steak, or request a traditional Christmas feast of roast turkey and all the classic trimmings. Leaving the best for last, The Grand Finale includes fresh Crystal oysters, foie gras, the roast crown of Norfolk brown turkey with all the festive trimmings, or the Rare roast rib of Aberdeen Angus beef. The highlight of the meal is the traditional Christmas pudding, drizzled with brandy butter and salted caramel.
Experience a unique and flavorful festive menu at Spices that takes you on an epicurean voyage along the Spice Route. Perfect for family and social gatherings, Spices goes beyond the traditional turkey celebration, offering a selection of culinary options inspired by Thailand, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and more. The star of the show is the Roasted Whole Suckling Pig in Thai Style, marinated with a refreshing blend of Thai spices. Indulge in dishes like the Asian Lobster Thermidor, a delightful twist on the classic, and the Turkey Satay with homemade peanut sauce, blending Western traditions with authentic Eastern flavors. The Sri Lankan-style duck and other delectable offerings transport your taste buds to new culinary heights. With ambient coastal lighting and a verdant outdoor terrace, Spices creates the perfect atmosphere for warm reunions and memorable celebrations throughout the holiday season.
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