Christmas Dining: Festive Lunches, Dinners & High Teas (+ Kid-friendly Spots!)

Where will you be eating Christmas lunch or dinner this year, mama? We’ve got the lowdown on all the top spots to hit up for your festive meal!

Not planning to dine in for Christmas this time? Fret not, we’ve rounded up all the top spots to dine out this Christmas! From brunches to high teas and buffets for lunch and dinner. Whether you are looking for a posh lunch with full on kids entertainment, magic shows and a visit from Santa Claus thrown in or a casual brunch, check out our full list of cafés and restaurants for Christmas dining!

Click through our gallery for mouthwatering festive feasts….

If a lack of kids centric offerings this Christmas is making you look elsewhere, turn your gaze towards Fairmont Singapore & Swissôtel The Stamford! The hotel’s restaurants and bars are all decked out with amazing new festive menus to let you and your little ones feast this Christmas to your heart’s content. And if you’re planning on ordering in, they’ve got the goods too – from delicious roasts to mouthwatering desserts. All the deets on brunches, buffets and more here.

Fairmont Singapore & Swissôtel The Stamford, 80 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189560, celebrationscentral.com.sg

Fancy a festive feast in the park from just $30++ mama? The Festive High Tea sets at Tisettanta Lounge will have you savouring light bites including Turkey Ham and Chestnut Pie Tee with Curry Chili amid lush views of Fort Canning Park! This Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, treat yourself to buffet spreads at The Salon where you’ll find a fresh seafood bar, carving station, traditional roast turkeys, and a live grill station. There will be buffet stations just for little ones and a play zone including movie screenings, toys, slides and special appearances by Santa Claus!

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet, 24 December 2017
Adult: $98++
Children under 12 years old: $49++ (Children under 4 years old dine for free)
Christmas Day Lunch Buffet, 25 December 2017
Adult: $118.00++
Children under 12 years old: $59++ (Children under 4 years old dine for free)
New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet, 31 December 2017
Adult: $98++
Children under 12 years old: $49++ (Children under 4 years old dine for free)
New Year’s Day Set Lunch, 1 January 2017
Adult: $58++

Hotel Fort Canning, 11 Canning Walk, Singapore 178881, Tel: (+65) 6799 8809, fnb@hfcsingapore.com, www.hfcsingapore.com

Feast your eyes on a spectacular view of the Marina Bay as you dine at any of The Westin Singapore’s restos! Located high on the 32nd and 33rd floors, Seasonal Tastes, Lobby Lounge and Cook & Brew each has fab festive dining options this Christmas and New Year’s. Takeaways are also available for order, all reasonably-priced with exclusive credit card discounts so you can enjoy the festive feasting without breaking the bank! On top of delicious homemade classics, be sure to also try their unique festive offerings like Ee-fu Noodles and Canton Wok-fried Claypot Rice.

Seasonal Tastes
Christmas Eve Lunch & Dinner Buffets, 24 December 2017
Lunch Price: Adult $78++, Child $39++
Dinner Price: Adult $98++*, Child $49++
Boxing Day Lunch Buffet, 26 December 2017
Price: Adult $78++, Child $39++
New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet, 31 December 2017
Price: Adult $108++*, Child $54++
Christmas Day Lunch & Dinner Buffets, 25 December 2017
Price: Adult $98++*, Child $49++
New Year’s Day Lunch Buffet, 1 January 2018
Price: Adult $58++, Child $29++
*inclusive of a glass of Prosecco, beer, wine, soft drink, or juice. Child prices are for children ages 4 – 12 years.
UOB cardmembers enjoy 10% off, except for New Year’s Day Lunch.

Lobby Lounge
Seafood & Champagne Afternoon Tea
Price:
$85++ for two persons inclusive of two glasses of champagne
$130++ for two persons inclusive of a bottle of champagne

Cook & Brew
Selection of new dishes for only $45++ per person for a 3-course dinner menu!  Plus, Christmas Eve 4-course set menu with choice of starters and mains including available at 50% off from the original price of $78++ or $98++ (with a glass of prosecco) exclusively only on 24 December 2017. On New Year’s Eve, end the year on the right note with a Surf + Turf special at $145++ which includes a whole Nova Scotia Lobster, USDA 365-day Grain-fed Rib Eye, and a bottle of Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks Chardonnay.

The Westin Singapore, 2 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2, Singapore 018961, www.thewestinsingapore.com/festive2017   

Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore is known for their Laksa Turkey along with buffet specials like Roasted USA Prime Rib, Baked Beef Wellington, Christmas Cupcakes and of course a Chocolate Yule Log Cake! This year they are offering 15% off when you make a confirmed booking with full payment on any of the festive buffet lunches, brunches and dinners before 10 December 2017!
Makan@Jen
Festive Buffet Highlights (15 – 23 December 2017 | 26 – 30 December 2017)
Lunch Buffet (12pm to 2.30pm): $45++ per adult
Dinner Buffet (6.30pm to 10pm): $68++ per adult
Christmas Eve Delights (24 December 2017)
Brunch Buffet (12.30pm to 3pm): $45++ per adult
Dinner Buffet (6.30pm to 10pm): $98++ per adult
Christmas Day Delights (25 December 2017)
Brunch Buffet (12.30pm to 3pm): $78++ per adult
Dinner Buffet (6.30pm to 10pm): $78++ per adult
New Year’s Eve Delights (31 December 2017)
Brunch Buffet (12.30pm to 3pm): $45++ per adult
Dinner Buffet (6.30pm to 10pm): $118++ per adult *Exclusive access to NEON Countdown Pool Party with 1 complimentary drink
New Year’s Day Delights (1 January 2018)
Brunch Buffet (12.30pm to 3pm): $45++ per adult
Dinner Buffet (6.30pm to 10pm): $68++ per adult Lounge@Jen

Lounge@Jen
Festive High Tea Buffet (23 – 25 December 2017 | 30 December 2017 – 1 January 2018)
High Tea Buffet (3pm to 5pm): $38++ per adult *Inclusive of a glass of bubbly BayWatch@Jen
New Year’s Eve NEON Countdown Party (31 December 2017 | 9pm to 2am)
Entry ticket at $50nett (inclusive of 1 complimentary drink)

Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore, 277 Orchard Road Singapore 238858, Tel: (+65) 6708 8899, hjog@hoteljen.com, www.hoteljen.com/singapore/orchardgateway/taste/restaurants/makan

The Square Restaurant at Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay will play host to a sumptuous buffet spread with a selection of international and local specialities carefully crafted by the hotel’s Chef De Cuisine, Chef Kishen Ramachanran and his culinary team! The top festive faves on the menu? Salt Crusted Baked Whole Barramundi, Roasted Beef Strip Loin with Grain Mustard Sauce, Roasted Lamb Leg Pepper Crust with Rosemary Sauce, Roasted Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple & Orange Herb Sauce, and much, much more…

Buffet Lunch (Mon – Fri): From $38++ per adult
Weekend Buffet Lunch (Sat & Sun): From $48++ per adult
Buffet Dinner (Daily): From $62++ per adult

Christmas & New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner
24 & 31 December 2017, 6pm – 10:30 pm
Adult: $85++
Child (5-12 years old): $40++
Senior Citizen (above 55 years old): $75++

Christmas Day Brunch
25 December 2017, 11:45am – 1:15pm | 1:45pm – 3:15pm
Adult: $85++
Child (5-12 years old): $40++
Senior Citizen (above 55 years old): $75++

Christmas Day Dinner
25 December 2017, 6pm – 10:30pm
Adult: $62++
Child (5-12 years old): $31++
Senior Citizen (above 55 years old): $40++

New Year’s Day Lunch
31 December 2017, 12pm – 2:30pm
Adult: $48++
Child (5-12 years old): $24++
Senior Citizen (above 55 years old): $32++

The Square Restaurant at Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay, 177A River Valley Road, Singapore 179031, (+65) 6433 8790, H5993-FB8@accor.com, www.novotelclarkequay.com

Zafferano is the place to head for Christmas dining with a stellar view! Their festive offerings on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day consists of a specially curated Christmas Table d’Hote which offers a choice of three or four courses. Created by Head Chef Marco Guccio, the menu showcases traditional renditions of his best-loved festive dishes prepared by his grandmother and his mother during Christmas. No festive dinner is complete without a delightfully Christmas dessert bar, which offers an attractive array of traditional and contemporary Italian desserts and pastries made with love of festive traditions by Chef Marco and his team. Definitely, one not to miss for the sweet toothed!
– Christmas Table d’Hote menu is available on 24 and 25 December from 6:30pm onwards.  Dinner is priced at $88++ per person for 3-course and $98++ per person for 4-course, prices include the dessert bar. 

Lavish Yuletide Brunch
Begin Christmas day with a brunch affair featuring classic Italian favourites prepared à la minute and served fresh to the table. The Christmas table brunch also includes an unlimited pouring of G.H. Mumm Champagne. Satiate your Christmas roast craving with the live carving station featuring Australian red snapper with salmoriglio dressing and vegetables caponata, traditional oven baked U.S. Turkey served with chestnut and red apple berry sauce, and the full-flavoured 150 days grain-fed Australian beef tenderloin in Wellington style served with whole grain mustard veal sauce and rosemary potatoes.  Relish in the beautiful array of sweet delights like house-made tiramisu, assorted macarons, panna cotta, Christmas log cake and cookies, meringue, mixed berry crostata and the traditional panettone.
– Christmas Champagne brunch is served from 11:30am to 2:30pm, priced at $138++ per person with unlimited pouring of G.H. Mumm Champagne, beer, house wines, soft drinks, juices, coffee and tea.

Zafferano, 10 Collyer Quay, Level 43, Ocean Financial Centre, 049315, Tel: (+65) 6509 1488, zafferano.sg

High tea buffet, festive brunches and mouth-watering festive sweets!

Hilton Festive Brunch – 8 Live Stations, Dedicated Cheese Room, 6-metre long showcase of D9 Festive Desserts
Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve, 24 & 31 December: $108++ per person
Christmas Day, 25 December: $128++ per person

Charcoal-grilled Festive Specialties at Opus Bar & Grill
1 to 31 December
1 – 30 December: 3-course Festive Set Menu at $58++
24 & 31 December: Festive Semi-buffet Dinner at $85++ per person
Opus Prime Steaks + Special Wine Package from $58++
Reservations: (+65) 6730 3390 or email Opus@hilton.com

Festive Sky Dining at il Cielo Italian Restaurant
1 – 31 December
Seasonal Italian and Japanese produces perfected with unique Japanese flair, coupled with fine wines and scenic rooftop city views.
1 – 30 December: 6-course Festive Menu at $138++
23 – 25 December: 5-course Christmas Menu at $138++
31 December: 6-course Christmas New Year’s Eve Menu at $138++
Reservations: (+65) 6730 3395 or email ilCielo@hilton.com

D9 Saturday Festive High Tea Buffet – Singapore Flavours + Festive Desserts
2 to 30 December
Every Saturday, 12pm – 3pm
$41++ per person
Reservations, (+65) 6730 3392 or email D9Cakery@hilton.com

Takeaway: Artisanal Festive Delights at D9 Festive Deli, 20 November – 26 December
Revel in the celebrations and gatherings at home with a new collection of artisanal yule logs, homemade Christmas delights and gourmet roasts!
Order form available here!

Exclusive Early-bird Festive Specials for Citibank debit/credit card members! Book before 10 December to enjoy 20% off!

Hilton Singapore, 581 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238883, www.hilton.com

The hotel’s renowned restaurants – Coffee Lounge, Gordon Grill and L’Espresso will present Christmas and New Year set menus and tempting buffet spreads you can’t resist featuring a Farm Cheese & Chacuterie Station, Chilled Seafood Bar,  Appetisers & Salads, Japanese Delights and much more. Plus there will be kids’ activities on its Christmas Day Brunch Buffet such as Balloon Sculpting, Face Painting and Magic Performances!

Starting at just $45 per adult and $27 per child for the New Year’s Day Taiwan Porridge a la Carte Dinner Buffet with Festive Dessert Buffet at Coffee Lounge, L’Espresso Christmas Day Brunch Buffet: $128++ per adult, $78++ per child. Gordon Grill Christmas Day Brunch Buffet: $168++ per adult, $78++ per child. Check out the full list of prices for the festive brunches, high teas and buffets here!

Goodwood Park Hotel, 22 Scotts Road, Singapore 228221, www.goodwoodparkhotel.com/dining

Ritz Carlton holds an kid-friendly annual Christmas family buffet brunch in their Grand Ballroom. There are two seatings and it may be hard to get the kids to move on for the next seating in time as they have a  five-piece band, Christmas carolers, carnival games, a bouncy castle, face painting, (pause for breath) and a magic show. Oh and Santa Claus will be there too! Foodwise think glazed gammon ham with jalapeno spiced corn bread, herb crusted lamb with fresh mint jelly and côte de boeuf with bourguignon sauce.

Monday, December 25, 2017 – 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
From $228 per adult*
From $ 114 per child (6 to 12 years)
*Inclusive of Moet & Chandon NV Brut Imperial, draught beer, house red/white wines and soft drinks.

7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore, 039799 Singapore, Tel: (+65) 63378888, www.ritzcarlton.com

There’s a wonderful festive atmosphere waiting for you at Mandarin Oriental, complete with live Christmas caroling and appearances by Santa!

Dolce Vita
Indulge in Dolce Vita’s selection of authentic Italian festive set menus and usher in the New Year with a glass of fine champagne and breathtaking views at BAY@5 outdoor lounge or private cabanas by the stylish swimming pool!
Full menus and prices here

Melt Café
The extensive spread of fresh seafood, traditional roast carvings, wholesome Christmas offerings and delicate desserts at Melt Café will make for a memorable meal with the family.
Full menus and prices here

Axis Bar and Lounge
Afternoon tea overlooking the stunning Marina Bay on Christmas Day is always a good idea! If not, just toast to the New Year with a countdown celebration of sophisticated festive cocktail creations and live jazz entertainment as you catch the extravagant fireworks display.
Full menus and prices here

Cherry Garden
Whether it’s a set menu or buffet, Cherry Garden’s oriental offerings will satisfy that dim sum craving while you watch the fantastic fireworks!
Full menus and prices here

For a more family-friendly option, check out the Mandarin Oriental Family Festivities package, which includes:

• Accommodation for two nights in a luxurious City Suite
• Welcome in-room amenities including a Christmas cookies jar, Christmas stockings with candies and a pair of Mandarin Oriental panda plush toys
• International breakfast delights at MELT Café for two adults and two children aged 12 years and below
• An exciting gingerbread-decorating class for two children aged 12 years and below
• Admission tickets to the Christmas floral display at Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome and Cloud Forest for two adults and two children aged 3 to 12 years

Valid for a minimum of two nights’ stay from now till 30 December 2017, rates start at $1,280 per night for double occupancy. For room reservations and enquiries, book online, email mosin-reservations@mohg.com or call (+65) 6885 3030.  Rates are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes.

Mandarin Oriental, 5 Raffles Ave, Singapore 039797
For restaurant reservations or dining enquiries, email mosin-dining@mohg.com or call (+65) 6885 3500
www.mandarinoriental.com/singapore/marina-bay/luxury-hotel

Christmas favourites and Spanish-inspired dishes at The Carvery at Park Hotel Alexandra! Look forward to delectable delights such as Iberico Pork Belly Porchetta stuffed with Chorizo and Apple, Spit-roasted Chicken with Orange and Rosemary, 28-Day Dry Aged US Black Angus Prime Rib (weekends only), Roast Turkey and more. Dine at The Carvery on the eves of and on public holidays (Christmas and New Year’s) and enjoy the added bonus of feasting on a whole Spanish Suckling Pig!

Specially for Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day, The Carvery will echo with the angelic sounds of carollers as they fill the air with classic Christmas songs.

From just $45 per adult and $25 per child for the Festive Lunch, check out the full list of buffet options and prices here!

Park Hotel Alexandra, 323 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159972, info.phal@parkhotelgroup.com, (+65) 6828 8888, www.parkhotelgroup.com

Park Hotel Clarke Quay’s Cocobolo Poolside Bar + Grill fires up the grill this holiday season with a buffet spread for BBQ lovers! From cold to hot selections, festive must-haves from a live carving station and a comprehensive array of BBQ delights. Dining is al fresco by the pool with a glorious view of the sunset and the city skyline!

When: 15 & 16, 22 – 24, and 29 – 31 December 2017 (Available for booking from 1 November
How much: $80++ per adult, $40++ per child. For select credit cards, enjoy 50% off every second adult, and groups of 4 and above will enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine on top of this fantastic treat. Terms and conditions apply.

Time to get that warm Christmas feeling in your tummies with Café Melba! A divine 3-course holiday menu (lunch and dinner!) is now available at both the Mediapolis and Goodman Arts Centre outlets – expect a delicious Christmas roast, Stuffed Turkey Breast and yummy desserts like Homemade Eggnog Tart and Warm Christmas Pudding. Full menu available here! These guys are known for being very kid friendly – we expect they’ll be a bouncy castle up like they have every day which will keep the littlies happy!

Café Melba Mediapolis, 1 Stars Avenue #03-01, Singapore 138507, Tel: (+65) 6352 2721
Café Melba Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Block N #01-56, Singapore 439053, Tel: (+65) 6440 6068
www.cafemelba.com.sg

Have a French Christmas at Audace (available on 23 and 24 December only) with Chef Jérémy Gillon’s 7-course degustation dinner menu ($168++ or$ 36++child), infused with his signature Alpine herbs. Chef Jérémy recreates a true French Christmas experience with a menu that showcases premium Gillardeau oysters, Foie gras and Turkey. Enjoy a Gillon Christmas family favourite in the form of a “White Pudding” a delicious blend of chicken, milk, egg and onions, enriched with cep mushrooms and refresh your palate with a Christmas tree sorbet, infused with Génépi, an alpine herbal liqueur.
Early Bird Price: $148++/pp for early bird bookings before 10 December.

Audace, Tel: (+65) 6298 1188  www.audace.com.sg/reservations

The Fullerton Hotel has that Christmassy feeling with their festive spread of roasted traditional meats and Turkey plus a mind boggling array of cheeses, seafood, yule logs and of course free-flow champagne. To add to the festivities carollers from a local choir sing in the lobby stairwell, and if you are very lucky you might expect a visit from Santa and his helpers.
Christmas Eve and Day Brunch -24 and 25 December
12.30 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.
Adult $250*, $318* (with free-flowing champagne, wine and cocktails), Child: $115* ($50* for every second child) 

Christmas Eve and Day Dinner Buffet  – 24 and 25 December
6.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m.
Adult $180*, $208* (with free-flowing champagne, wine and cocktails), Child $99*

More dining options and prices here:

www.fullertonhotels.com

The Garage in the heart of the Botanic Gardens does a tropical Christmas Communal Brunch (24 and 25 December) at $68++ (two to dine) or $88++ (two to dine). Brunch in a mellow setting in the park with Smoked Duck Potato Hash; ocean- fresh flavours of Spanish Mackerel with Ibérico chorizo risoni; and more meaty accompaniments like Grilled Pork Belly and Wagyu Petit Tender.
On Christmas Day, Santa will delight the whole family with his bag of gifts and goodies!  Plus there will be Do-It-Yourself cookies with every kid’s menu (non-festive) ordered. Let the kids have fun decorating their own Christmas cookies mama.

50 Cluny Park Rd, Singapore 257488, Tel: (+65) 9831 1106, www.thegarage.sg

Expect luxurious modern Cantonese cuisine at Mitzo for your Christmas feast while the kids are entertained in a playroom kitted out with activities nearby! The festive menu features seasonal delights of fresh seafood and premium-cut meat. Whet your appetite with Mitzo’s welcoming aperitif cocktail, Spice & Glitter, complimentary with every festive menu set, followed by Soya poached foie gras, Roasted crispy pork belly, and Prawn in creamy bonito sauce.

When: Available from 1 December 2017 until 1 January 2018
How much: $128++ per pax

Mitzo, Level 4 Grand Park, 270 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238857, Tel: (+65) 6603 8855, www.mitzo.sg

MONTI invites you to feast on a luxurious spread of indulgent seafood, decadent charcuterie and cheese platters, house-made pastas, and eggs done right! Expect a variety of festive carved-to-order meats, and be spoiled for choice with a selection of toothsome Christmas treats like  pistachio financiers, mince pies, and sticky date yule log cake. Plus, kiddos get a complimentary cruise ride around Marina Bay!

Christmas Jazz Brunch, 24 & 25 December
$110++ or $160++ per adult inclusive of free flow Bellevista prosecco, red & white wine, beer, soft drinks & juices
$55++ for children under 12 (free for kids 6 years old and under)

MONTI at 1-Pavilion, 82 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049213, Tel: (+65) 6535 0724, www.monti.sg