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What's On for Christmas Day

Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
12 Aug -
25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch Seafood & Grill Buffet

Thursday 25th December

Celebrate Christmas Day with a festive seafood & grill buffet lunch. Boasting live cooking stations, a three hour premium beverage package, free-flowing Moet & Chandon Champagne, live entertainmen... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
12 Aug -
25 Dec

Christmas Day Dinner Seafood & Grill Buffet

Thursday, 25 December

Finish Christmas Day with a festive seafood & grill buffet dinner including lobster, live cooking stations, a two hour premium beverage package plus a glass of Moet & Chandon Champagne on arrival a... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
12 Aug -
24 Dec

Christmas Eve Dinner Seafood & Grill Buffet

Wednesday, 24 December

Enjoy a festive seafood buffet dinner the night before Christmas with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and live entertainment | 5:30pm - 7:30pm or 8:00pm - 10:00pm. more
Angelo's Cabarita

Angelo's Cabarita

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Cabarita

12 Chef Hat Award
10 Oct -
25 Dec

Christmas Day on the Bay

Traditional Festive Feast

Celebrate Christmas in style on the waterfront with a long, luxurious family-style feast. Our three-course shared menu brings everyone together over bountiful platters of fresh seafood, festive mai... more
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
16 Oct -
23 Dec

Christmas Eve Dinner at Miss Mi Melbourne

2-course menu + sparkling

Looking for an unforgettable Christmas Eve dinner in Melbourne? Experience the festive season with a vibrant Southeast Asian twist at Miss Mi Melbourne, located in the heart of the CBD. On Tuesday ... more
Miss Mi

Miss Mi

Asian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
16 Oct -
24 Dec

Christmas Lunch at Miss Mi

3-courses + Xmas cocktail

Located in the heart of the CBD, Miss Mi Melbourne is serving up a vibrant Christmas Day dining experience. Indulge in a feast that celebrates bold Southeast Asian inspiration and Chef Migo Razon's... more
Luci

Luci

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Melbourne CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
25
Dec

Christmas Day Lunch

Indulgent 5-course feast

Join us this Christmas Day for a spectacular five-course menu. An indulgent Italian-inspired feast including seafood & antipasto sharing platter on arrival, choice of mains with sides and a decaden... more
Wildflower

Wildflower

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Perth CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
1 Oct -
25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch at Wildflower

Christmas at Wildflower

Indulge in the festive spirit with a luxurious five-course Christmas Day lunch at Wildflower. Celebrate the season in style, savouring each carefully crafted dish alongside an optional curated w... more
Marmor

Marmor

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Townsville

13 Chef Hat Award
25
Dec

Christmas Lunch at Marmor

Book Now

Celebrate this Christmas at Marmor with a set Christmas lunch featuring seafood, beef, turkey and a dark chocolate gateau. more
Pialligo Estate by Create Catering

Pialligo Estate by Create Catering

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Pialligo

14 Chef Hat Award
25
Dec

Christmas Lunch

Thursday, 25 December

Celebrate Christmas Day 2025 with a festive five-course lunch at Pavilion Restaurant, Pialligo Estate from 12:00pm. Enjoy seasonal delights, a glass of sparkling on arrival, and holiday cheer in a ... more
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
25
Dec

Christmas Day Buffet Lunch

Thursday, December 25

We wish you a Merry Christmas on behalf of the team at Mode Kitchen & Bar. Join us on Christmas Day for an expansive Christmas Day Buffet for lunch or dinner - experience festive flavours and the f... more
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
25
Dec

Christmas Day Buffet Dinner

Thursday, December 25

We wish you a Merry Christmas on behalf of the team at Mode Kitchen & Bar. Join us on Christmas Day for an expansive Christmas Day Buffet for lunch or dinner - experience festive flavours and the f... more
Mode Kitchen & Bar

Mode Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
24
Dec

Christmas Eve Dinner

Wednesday, December 24

Celebrate the onset of the 'Silly Season' with a lively Christmas Eve Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar. Chef de Cuisine Marco Putzolu has prepared a rich share-style menu of festive favourites compleme... more
Bommie

Bommie

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Hamilton Island

13 Chef Hat Award
24-25
Dec

Christmas at Bommie

Xmas Eve & Xmas Day

Celebrate Christmas in style at Bommie. Enjoy a sophisticated degustation menu, complemented by a glass of Champagne or refreshing mocktail upon arrival. (Available for guests 16 years and over) more
Boathouse Daylesford

Boathouse Daylesford

French/European   $$$$$

Daylesford

12 Chef Hat Award
6 Sep -
21 Dec

Christmas Lunch

Bookings are now open

Christmas Lunch 2025 Celebrate Christmas with a special lunch at The Boathouse Restaurant in Daylesford. Indulge in a delicious meal by the lake. Adults: $260PP (12+ years) Children: (4-11 ye... more
Garcon Bleu

Garcon Bleu

French   $$$$$

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
25
Dec

Christmas Day Dining Events

Thursday 25th December

Make this Christmas one to remember at Sofitel Adelaide. Whether you’re gathering for a lavish long lunch or an elegant evening celebration, Garçon Bleu offers the perfect setting to share the joy ... more
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

$$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

12 Aug -
25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch Seafood & Grill Buffet

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Celebrate Christmas Day with a festive seafood & grill buffet lunch. Boasting live cooking stations, a three hour premium beverage package, free-flowing Moet & Chandon Champagne, live entertainmen... more
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

$$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

12 Aug -
25 Dec

Christmas Day Dinner Seafood & Grill Buffet

25 December 2025

Finish Christmas Day with a festive seafood & grill buffet dinner including lobster, live cooking stations, a two hour premium beverage package plus a glass of Moet & Chandon Champagne on arrival a... more
Luma Restaurant

Luma Restaurant

European   $$$$$

Adelaide CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
25
Dec

Christmas Day Lunch

25th December 2025

An exclusive Christmas lunch package celebrated in our award-winning restaurant. We offer a curated 4-course tasting menu paired with a premium beverage selection. Limited space now remaining. more
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
9-31
Oct

Host Your Christmas Party at Ollie’s Italian!

Book your spot now

Celebrate the festive season in style at Ollie’s Italian – Looking for the perfect spot to eat, drink & be merry? ???? Cairns’ stunning waterfront venue. With delicious modern Italian cuisine, flex... more