Best Christmas Lunches In London 2024

As much as we love buying gifts and letting loose at the office party, we all know that the real winner is that festive spread. And if you're looking for a cosy spot to feast on scrumptious seasonal grub? You've come to the right place. From intimate British pubs with roaring fires to upmarket restaurants for that special touch, we've put together a list of the best places for Christmas lunch in London this 2024.

For more seasonal ideas? Check out our Christmas party guide to London

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 3rd January 2024




Plough Inn

A chic pub that mixes contemporary and traditional decor, Plough Inn is a fabulous spot for a celebratory Christmas feast. While you can opt for a load of gorgeous buffet options, you can also snap up two or three courses of enticing eats, from pan-seared venison through to a spiced pumpkin tart.

The Rubens at The Palace

On the hunt for a Christmas lunch in Central London? The Rubens at The Palace's The English Grill will be slinging out opulent seven-course menus, showcasing dishes such as lobster omelettes and roast dinners. If you fancy something a little different, The Curry Room is set to rustle up Indian-inspired feasts too.

Fox & Goose Hotel

Fox & Goose Hotel is the ultimate of Christmas lunch locations, thanks to boasting not only a special menu for the 25th, but all the usual festive feasts in the lead-up. So whether you're in the market for a big gathering or something smaller, your yuletide party is covered here.

Pasta Remoli: Restaurants In London

Searching for a cool restaurant for a Christmas party lunch in London? Look no further than Pasta Remoli, which is serving the best Italian cuisine to several locations in the city. We're talking mouthwatering rigatoni, spaghetti, ravioli and lots of bread.

Munich Cricket Club Canary Wharf

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A three-course Bavarian feast is on the agenda at Munich Cricket Club. Let crisp steins of lager keep you refreshed while you tuck into a belly-busting spread featuring duck leg, sausages and soft pretzels. You can even opt for a sharing board and top things off with a seven-pint beer tower. Catch the action in Victoria and Tower Hill, as well as Canary Wharf. 

Flight Club

You'll probably be sick of roast turkey by the end of December, so get down to Flight Club for bottomless pizza and prosecco at one of its famous Brunch Socials. That's not all though, as you'll also get to try your hand at social darts on your own private ochre.

The Milestone Hotel and Residences

Keeping an eye out for the best Christmas lunch in London hotels? The Milestone Hotel and Residencies is making sure your day goes to plan, rustling up beautiful five-course banquets, which showcase the likes of turkey, beef fillet and a roasted squash Wellington.

The Market Tavern

Want to book a Christmas lunch in London? Then check out The Market Tavern. Located in Mayfair, this is a pleasant pub to try a diverse range of British fare, such as loch-reared rainbow trout and a root vegetable Wellington, with craft beers, wines and artisan spirits available too.

Karma Sanctum Soho

With three different Christmas dinner packages on offer, ranging from £35 to £75, Karma Sanctum Soho is the place to be come your festive celebrations. Expect Japanese-inspired street food, accompanied by the opulent cocktail bar for afters.

Bōkan

Delight in a delicious, festive tasting menu or three-course meal from executive chef Robert Manea at award-winning restaurant Bōkan. Enjoy warming French onion soup with Gruyère cheese and turkey stuffed full of dates, chestnuts and berries while taking in 360° views of the city.

Hand & Flower Hammersmith

Hand & Flower Hammersmith is a Christmas dinner destination whatever your aim is, whether that's a feast with friends or a group outing among colleague. There are two and three-course options at affordable prices, spanning from braised blade of beef to celeriac Bourguignon and Biscoff-Baileys cheesecake.

Steak & Lobster - Various Sites

Take a break from turkey and instead nab a yuletide feast of charcoal-grilled cuts, surf 'n' turf combos and keylime cheesecake at one of the best Christmas lunch venues in London. Where can you find all of this and more? It has to be Steak & Lobster, which has sites all around the capital.

Star Tavern

Star Tavern is an award-winning pub in Belgravia that boasts a warm, traditional vibe. This renowned boozer will be making sure that you celebrate your Christmas in style this year with gorgeous buffet spreads and multi-course menus, with the option to join them on the big day too.