As the holiday season approaches, Singapore transforms into a culinary wonderland filled with opportunities to celebrate through exquisite dining experiences. Indulge in lavish buffets that showcase ocean-fresh seafood and succulent roasts, or enjoy delightful brunches featuring festive treats and holiday classics. Whether you’re planning a cozy family gathering or an elegant dinner with friends, the city’s top restaurants are ready to make your celebrations truly special.
Experience unique lunching options with beautifully curated festive menus that capture the essence of the season, all accompanied by enchanting decor and a joyful atmosphere. Discover how local chefs put creative twists on traditional dishes while honoring beloved festive favorites.
This season, treat yourself and your loved ones to unforgettable dinners that promise to create cherished memories around the table. From swanky hotel restaurants to charming bistros, here are some of the best festive dining options in Singapore featuring buffets, brunches, lunches, and dinners that are sure to delight your palate and elevate your holiday celebrations.
This festive season, gather your loved ones for a truly memorable celebration at Lawry’s The Prime Rib Singapore, where timeless tradition meets the joy of the holidays. Renowned for its Signature Roasted Prime Rib carved tableside, Lawry's offers a stunning array of festive creations, ensuring each course is a celebration of flavour, family, and the magic of Christmas.
Why We Love It: A beautifully curated festive experience, complete with their famous Signature Roasted Prime Rib carved tableside!
Who It's Perfect For: Families and friends seeking a luxurious and unforgettable holiday dining experience.
What They Offer: 2025 Holidays
Lawry's the Prime Rib Singapore, 333A Orchard Road, #04-01/31 Mandarin Gallery, Singapore 238897, +65 6836 3333, reservations@lawrys.com.sg, https://lawrys.com.sg/festive/
Raffles Hotel Singapore: Festive Christmas Menus 2025
This festive season, create unforgettable family memories at the Grand Lobby of Raffles Hotel Singapore. Known for its luxurious ambiance, the Grand Lobby is adorned with holiday decorations, including a magnificent 20-foot Christmas tree and delightful caroling that sets a joyous mood. Families can indulge in their renowned afternoon tea, featuring a variety of exquisite treats, including foie gras pâté, crab éclairs, and delectable pastries. For those looking to elevate their experience, there’s the option to enjoy champagne or sparkling tea. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the Butcher’s Block presents the exquisite IMUA menu, perfect for culinary adventurers. Families can savor a multi-course feast, including a delectable smoked wagyu beef Wellington, beautifully paired with bone marrow potato purée and black winter truffle.
Why We Love It: A magical ambiance and exquisite cuisine make every family gathering truly special.
Who It's Perfect For: Ideal for families seeking a memorable and luxurious holiday experience together.
What They Offer: Now - December 25, 2025
Raffles Hotel Singapore, 1 Beach Road, Singapore 189673, https://www.rafflescelebrations.com.sg/dining
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay invites you to celebrate the holiday season with its enchanting theme of Nature’s Noël. Experience a magical atmosphere filled with lush greenery and stunning décor, perfect for family gatherings. Guests can enjoy sumptuous Christmas and New Year buffets at Peppermint, along with lively countdown parties featuring breathtaking fireworks views.
On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the festivities come alive with visits from jolly Santas and Santarinas at Peppermint and Portman's Bar, complemented by a chorus of Christmas carollers filling the atrium with festive harmonies. A Christmas photobooth will capture joyful memories, and the Christmas Eve dinner will include engaging tableside magic performances from 7 PM to 9 PM.
With its blend of nature, indulgence, and holiday cheer, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay creates unforgettable moments for all.
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Why We Love It: The enchanting atmosphere and delightful experiences make every moment special and memorable for families.
Who It's Perfect For: Ideal for families, friends, and couples looking to create joyful holiday memories together.
What They Offer: November 13-January 1, 2026
PARK ROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, 6 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039594, +65 6845 1000, www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-marina-bay/offers/natures-noel.html
JW Marriott Singapore South Beach invites you to celebrate Yulefest 2025, running from November 2025 through January 2026. This festive season is thoughtfully crafted to bring people closer, featuring a delightful culinary lineup that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Indulge in ocean-fresh seafood and celebratory roasts at Beach Road Kitchen, savor a modern Cantonese festive set at Madame Fan, and experience inventive Japanese-Korean creations at Akira Back Singapore.
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Why We Love It: The diverse culinary offerings and elegant ambiance make every festive gathering special.
Who It's Perfect For: Ideal for families, friends, and colleagues coming together to celebrate the holiday spirit.
What They Offer: Now-January 1, 2025
JW Marriott Singapore South Beach, 30 Beach Road, Nicoll Highway, Singapore 189763, https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sinjw-jw-marriott-hotel-singapore-south-beach/experiences/holidays/
Step into a nostalgic festive wonderland this holiday season as @Stevens transforms into a charming retro-inspired Christmas destination filled with dazzling décor, live music, and indulgent dining. The celebrations unfold through a weeklong line-up of signature buffets, including The Midweek Catch @Stevens, the hearty Steamboat & Grill Buffet, the wildly popular Oh Shucks! It’s Lobstermania and the laid-back Sunday Brunch. Each experience is designed to whisk guests into a world of vibrant flavours and warm, joyful cheer — a festive escape perfect for families, friends, and holiday gatherings.
The magic peaks on the key celebration dates — December 24-25, 2025 for Christmas, when The Midweek Catch @Stevens and Lobstermania Brunch take centre stage with elevated spreads and shimmering holiday ambience. Step through the looking glass, soak in the nostalgic décor, and savour the exquisite flavours that define the season. With every bite, every tune from the live performers, and every celebratory clink of a glass, @Stevens delivers a storybook-style festive experience that feels whimsical, heartwarming, and wonderfully unforgettable.
When: December 24-25, 2025 for Christmas
Novotel Singapore On Stevens, 28 Stevens Rd, Orchard District, Singapore 257878, +65 6491 6100, www.novotel-singapore-stevens.com/dining/christmas-at-stevens
For those who prefer dining out, the Atrium Restaurant presents a halal-certified Christmas buffet with live stations and a rotating menu, featuring highlights such as Cajun turkey shawarma, glazed honey chicken ham, chicken cordon bleu, beef cheek Provencal, and a seafood spread with Boston lobster, baby crayfish, chili crab with mantou, and creamy parmesan shrimp risotto. Carving stations rotate with slow-roast prime beef ribs, roast turkey, and honey-baked ham. Adults enjoy a 1-for-1 buffet offer, while kids 5 and under dine free with a paying adult. Special holiday highlights on 24, 25, 31 December 2025, and 1 January 2026 include flame-roasted bamboo 13-spice lobster, snow crab legs, slow-roasted leg of lamb with truffle mushroom sauce, and indulgent desserts.
Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, 317 Outram Rd, Singapore 169075, https://singaporeatrium.holidayinn.com/atrium-restaurant-buffet-details
SUSHISAMBA Singapore is turning up the holiday heat this festive season with a month-long lineup of rooftop celebrations, from lively brunches to an all-white New Year’s Eve countdown. Ring in the holidays with the Copacabana Festive Brunch on 6, 13, and 27 December 2025, featuring live sushi and robata stations, a decadent dessert table with treats like burnt cheesecake with coffee tuile, caramelized pineapple with coconut crème brûlée, black forest log, churros doughnut with dulce de leche, and the restaurant’s signature Christmas Sambabons. Pair your feast with free-flow champagne and festive cocktails, including Make Merry, Winter Wonderland, and Santa’s Secret.
The festive fun continues with the Samba Christmas Brunch on 20 and 25 December, offering an expanded dessert selection of wild berry cheesecake, macarons, peppermint chocolate slice, stollen fruitcake, Panettone, and fresh fruit platters. Guests can also enjoy spirited DJ beats and live SAMBA performances that elevate the rooftop into a vibrant holiday party. Every visit promises high-energy entertainment, festive indulgence, and stunning city views for an unforgettable Christmas celebration.
When: 6, 13, 20, 25, 27 December 2025, 12pm–3pm
SUSHISAMBA Singapore, 52nd Floor, 2 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018972, www.sushisamba.com/events/singapore-christmas-samba-brunch
Maison Boulud sets the stage for an elegant Christmas Eve with an exclusive one-night-only festive menu, designed for diners who appreciate refined flavours and timeless French classics. The evening begins with the warm, delicate Gougère, a cheese-laced choux pastry touched with truffle, followed by the exquisite Saint-Jacques—marinated Hokkaido scallops crowned with caviar and enhanced by a fragrant dill-gin emulsion.
The culinary journey continues with the legendary Soupe VGE “Élysée 1975,” a rich broth layered with tender chicken, root vegetables, foie gras, and sealed beneath a golden, buttery pastry dome infused with black truffle. Guests will then savour the classic Rock Lobster Thermidor before moving on to the indulgent Wagyu Beef Striploin, served with velvety potato gratin and a luscious black garlic sauce. The finale arrives in the form of White Wine Poached Pear, paired with a crisp French vanilla sablé, pear sorbet, and a delicate Poire William gel—an elegant, refreshing finish to a decadent evening.
Maison Boulud, 10 Bayfront Ave, B1-15 & #01-83 The Shoppes, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956, www.marinabaysands.com/restaurants/maison-boulud.html
Step into the festive warmth of Allora Ristorante & Bar at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport this Christmas and experience a lavish Italian Yuletide buffet on 24 and 25 December 2025. The feast begins with a dazzling selection of seafood on ice, including lobster, prawns, oysters, crab legs, scallops, and mussels, complemented by smoked salmon, seasonal salads, and comforting soups like Vellutata di Zucca Butternut and Christmas Broth. Guests can also enjoy a charcuterie corner featuring Italian cold cuts and cheeses, highlighted by the aromatic Blue Fior Di Arancio, infused with Fior d’Arancio wine.
The celebration continues with Italian classics such as Emilia Lasagna, Polenta Concia with creamy Gorgonzola, golden gratinated Crespelle, and Seafood Rice baked with calamari and prawns. Live stations add theatre to the meal with cheese-wheel tossed pasta, 1-metre pizzas, and crisp Gnocco Fritto with Parma Ham. Meat lovers will be delighted by Slow Roasted Whole Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Maple-Glazed Gammon Ham, Roasted Beef Op Rib, Roasted Baby Lamb, and BBQ favourites including Garlic-Lemon King Prawns, Herb-Glazed Lobster, Garlic Parsley Baked Oysters, and Grilled Lamb Chops.
Finish on a sweet note with a regal dessert spread featuring Yule Logs in Alloramisu, Strawberry Shortcake, and Aurora Passion flavours, alongside Brioche Bread & Butter Pudding, Panettone, Stollen, Fruit Cake, and festive tarts.
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, Allora Restaurant and Bar, 75 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819664, +65 6823 5300, https://changiairport.crowneplaza.com/a-night-at-the-palazz
This holiday season, Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore is serving up festive cheer with an extensive buffet that brings together classic Yuletide favourites and international delights. From 17 November 2025 to 1 January 2026 (excluding 24–25 December, 31 December, and 1 January), diners can enjoy weekday lunches with chilled juices and soft drinks, daily dinners, and indulgent weekend brunches featuring everything from fresh seafood to succulent roasts, seasonal salads, and desserts that capture the spirit of the season. Children aged 6 to 12 enjoy half-price fares, while little ones 3–5 years old dine at special rates on select festive dates.
Christmas & New Year Celebrations at Edge take the festivities up a notch. On Christmas Eve and Day, diners can choose from lunch, brunch, or dinner seatings, with beverage packages offering free-flow Taittinger Brut Champagne, wines, beers, cocktails, and soft drinks for adults. New Year’s Eve and Day feature specially curated spreads and beverage packages to toast the season in style. Whether it’s a cosy family lunch, a festive brunch, or a celebratory dinner, Edge’s rotating menu ensures a delightful and memorable feast for all ages.
Edge Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore 039595, www.menu-ppsin.panpacific.com/festive-buffet-2025
The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore invites guests to celebrate the festive season with menus designed for heart-warming reunions, blending nostalgic favourites with modern culinary twists. Early birds can enjoy 20% off when booking by 5 December 2025 (excluding 24, 25, 31 December, and 1 January). La Brasserie’s Festive Brunch runs from 15 November to 28 December on weekends, offering a premium seafood medley, Wagyu Beef Tartare, Mini Lobster Rolls with Caviar, and an indulgent dessert selection. The Christmas Brunch on 25 December takes place at the iconic Clifford Pier, complete with live music and a dedicated Kids’ Corner.
For more intimate or corporate gatherings, the hotel presents Festive Set Menus from 10 November 2025 to 1 January 2026. Weekday lunches feature 2- and 3-course menus from SG$48++ to SG$58++, with highlights like Scallop Carpaccio with Passion Fruit Bavarois and Beef Bourguignon. Daily dinners at La Brasserie are priced at S$88++ for a 3-course menu, while Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners (24–25 December) offer special gourmet spreads in a warm, celebratory setting, perfect for festive gatherings with family and friends.
The Fullerton Bay Hotel, Singapore, 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326, www.fullertonhotels.com/fullerton-bay-hotel-singapore/dining/festive-celebrations-by-the-bay
Freshly named “Best Value Hotel Dining Experience” at Singapore Restaurant Week, Sky22 invites families and friends to celebrate the season in style. Conveniently located in Novena, just minutes from Novena Church, United Square, and Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Sky22 combines festive cheer with a serene dining atmosphere.
Enjoy the Festive Semi-Buffet Dinner on Fridays and Saturdays, featuring live stations and a decadent dessert spread from SG$38++ per person. On Sundays and Public Holidays, indulge in the Festive Seafood Buffet, complete with free-flow oysters, snow crab, scallops, live stations, and 17 festive desserts for SG$68++ per person.
Sky22, Courtyard Marriott Singapore Novena, 99 Irrawaddy Rd, Singapore 329568, www.sky22restaurant.com/our-menus
Swensen’s rolls into the holiday season with its biggest Christmas showcase yet. This year’s line-up brings nine stunning ice cream cakes (including brand-new showstoppers like the Swensen’s Special Log, Sticky Chewy Chocolate Zer0 Log, and Strawberry Shortcake cake), three festive sundaes available only for dine-in, and an expanded Christmas catalogue of takeaway roasts and sides. Savour hearty favourites such as the Roulade Leg of Lamb, Trio Poultry Platter, Creamy Tomato Seafood Stew, Yuletide Wings, and a beautifully roasted medley of vegetables—available for preorder now through 29 December 2025, with fulfilment from 15 November through New Year’s Day. Early birds get first dibs too: Swensen’s Members enjoy up to 15% off ice cream cakes from 1 November to 8 December, with a second round of 10% savings from 9 December to 5 January.
The celebrations continue across all Swensen’s restaurants with festive dine-in creations from 10 November 2025 to 5 January 2026, including Crayfish Linguine, Creamy Tomato Seafood Stew, and a special menu at Earle Swensen’s featuring the luxurious Rose King Prawn Linguine and tender Duck Confit.
For families looking for an indulgent feast without limits, Swensen’s Unlimited turns up the joy with an all-you-can-eat Christmas spread from 24 December 2025 to 1 January 2026—think Roast Turkey, Whole Poached Salmon, Winter Beef Casserole, Christmas Pizza, Boxing Chicken, a Macaron Tower, and 48 rotating ice cream and gelato flavours.
Swensen's, locations islandwide, https://unlimited.swensens.com.sg/
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