We don't know about you, but a piece of turkey here, a parsnip there and whole heap of stuffing is exactly what we're looking for for our Christmas dinner. Whether it's a team outing or a group of mates hoping for some stellar plates, the city has a rich choice of restaurants to dine in, whether you're looking for Christmas Day itself or a Christmas party in the leadup.
That's why we've created a list of the very best Christmas lunch in Birmingham for 2026.
Showcasing hanging turkey kebabs, pan-fried seabass, mushroom bourguignon pie, and a killer sticky toffee pudding, The Botanist Gas Street Basin is bringing a festive lunch and drink to the table.
The yuletide offering is perfect for virtually any Christmas party and features gorgeous surrounds, thanks to the venue's flower-adorned interiors and pretty split-levels.
Located right in the heart of John Bright Street, this pizza joint offers the perfect Christmas menu in Birmingham. You can tuck into sweet puddings and pizza covered in unique toppings from cranberry sauce and leeks to brie, roasted squash and sage.
Head down to Broad Street for a jolly Christmas dinner in Birmingham with plenty of drinks. They're putting a festive twist on some classic pub dishes, with the likes of a fat santa burger, merry crustmas pizza and crimbo clucker all up for grabs.
Make your next festive soiree a fun one with this three-course menu at The Fighting Cocks. The Moseley pub features a glass of Champagne, alongside smoked salmon rillettes and Normandy camembert for starters, a range of roasts for mains, and much more - they're even open on the 25th December if you fancy a Christmas Day lunch here.
The Junction is hands down one of the best places for a festive affair, even offering Christmas Day lunch in Birmingham for 2026. Sink your teeth into three courses for £32 per person (with the option to add on a glass of prosecco or Champagne too), featuring everything from parsnip and carrot soup and chicken live and brandy parfait to a duo of pork or nut roast.
In charge of keeping colleagues happy? The Button Factory in the Jewellery Quarter is a good place to start with a range of spaces to settle into. Work your way through a festive menu that includes roast Norfolk bronze turkey and white onion soup.
A great place to bring work colleagues or friends, Gas Street Social is a must-visit. If you're looking to dig into an amazing Christmas lunch in Birmingham city centre, the restaurant is offering up seasonal scran including roast turkey parcels and market fish with curried potatoes.
Brasshouse Birmingham can be found on Broad Street, housed in a grade-listed building and offering rustic furnishings, from exposed brickwork to dangling pendant lighting.
It's a comforting place to cosy up and Christmas is no different. Join the pub to tuck into a festive feast and devour three courses for £37 or two for £33. Think turkey with all the trimmings, including a Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy, plus duck breast, roasted stuffed butternut squash and grilled seabass.
Are you after a quirky Christmas dinner for 2026? The Alchemist on Colmore Row or Brindley Place will serve you up their signature sciencey cocktails alongside a delicious three-course meal for £40. Expect crispy buttermilk turkey, teriyaki king oyster mushroom, and sumptuous steaks on the menu.
Hunting for friendly city centre pubs dishing up delicious Christmas eats? Take a look at The Roebuck's festive menu, which includes baked brie cheesecake and white onion soup with pesto for starters, fillet of salmon, butternut squash ravioli, and turkey with all the trimmings for mains, while a Biscoff and Bailey's cheesecake awaits to finish everything off with a bang.
All Bar One's Birmingham location is filled with pretty decor and good vibes. This is a great venue for a Christmas lunch accompanied by cocktails, with a festive menu that features roast turkey, roast dukkha crusted aubergine and a camembert and chorizo festive burger.
Looking for a charming spot to dine this Christmas? Cosy Club Brindleyplace and Bennetts Hill bring a touch of vintage charm to the city centre, with quirky British décor and elegant art deco details creating a warm, festive atmosphere.
Their three-course Christmas dinner kicks off with a seasonal sharing platter featuring treats like pigs in blankets and forest mushroom arancini, followed by hearty mains such as roasted pork belly, turkey pies and maple-roasted squash – perfect for a cosy and indulgent celebration.
Browns Brasserie & Bar Birmingham leans towards your classic holiday offering with turkey, beef, root vegetable nut roast and trout all up for grabs. And alongside catering for parties, the space is open on the 25th with a menu available for just £100 per person - perfect for those of you who have been searching for 'Christmas Day lunch near me in 2026'.
If you weren't already sold on the idea of Christmas lunch in a gin distillery, this spot will convince you with their rich selection of bites. For £36 for two courses and £39.95 for three, dig into a range of delicious dishes, from spiced cauliflower soup and chicken liver parfait for starters to a range of roasts for mains.
This pretty city centre location is ideal for a chilled Christmas lunch with friends or family. The Lost & Found in Birmingham brings Victorian charm to modern dining, with historically-inspired furnishings and architecture alongside beautiful botanical cocktails.
Wondering where to make your Christmas dinner bookings for 2026? The Bell in Harborne is cooking up delicious hand-carved turkey with all the trimmings, as well as a roasted stuffed butternut squash and duck breast with truffle dauphinoise potatoes, with plenty of indulgent desserts too.
Head out to Edgbaston where this charming gastro pub will serve you the best Christmas Day lunch in the West Midlands (or a celebratory festive menu if you fancy a festive menu before the big day). Decked out in twinkling decorations with a cosy fire, the venue dishes out turkey and all the trimmings, pan-roasted halibut, duck breast and so much more.
The Jam House in Birmingham are serving up fine food alongside fantastic live music this Christmas. Expect chilled piano and percussion at lunchtime, with a series of bands playing in the evenings. On the menu? There'll be turkey, wild mushroom tortellini and more.
Not just a hub of quirky theatre and gin tastings, Old Joint Stock Pub & Theatre has also garnered a name for their high-quality pub grub. Step inside the historic Birmingham boozer for a relaxed Christmas lunch - featuring three courses for £37.95, with options such as turkey breast with all the trimmings, a nut roast, filet of salmon and more on the menu.
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Head to Slug & Lettuce and nestle in for some delicious delights as they front slow-cooked meats, Christmas cocktails and lots of fizz to boot. We recommend trying the buffet menu, featuring fish goujons, crispy smoked tofu skewers, bravas loaded tater bites and more, although they also serve up two-course (£35) and three-course (£39) set menus. Think festive, cheesy burgers, sliced turkey with pigs in plankets and crispy potatoes, plus mac and cheese and a cauliflower tart.
There are some Christmas classics on the menu at Bacchus this year, including hand-carved turkey breast, slow-cooked pork belly, walnut and almond nut roast with all the trimmings. You can get your hands on three courses for just £36.95, to be enjoyed in this welcoming city centre pub.
Taking bookings for a unique take on Christmas lunch? Award-winning Indian street food destination Mowgli, where the space is filled with fun swing seats and fairy lights for a cosy, magical atmosphere.
Expect to tuck into three courses including street chaat and gunpowder chicken, two-tiered curry tiffin boxes, and dessert too – all with a glass of prosecco or soft drink each included in the £40 price.
180 Club might be a social darts venue at heart, but The Rectory restaurant also has an amazing choice for a sit-down festive meal including mushroom Wellington, braised shoulder of beef and roast turkey. But if that doesn't tickle your fancy, then take festive platters or buffets right where the activity action is.
Make your way to Sutton Coldfield to discover The Royal, a charming pub that has been recently refurbished, while still maintaining some traditional charm. Expect stylish, dark interiors and comfy booth seating, as well as a killer Christmas menu.
Choose between two or three courses, starting from £34.95 per person. This features everything from roast turkey breast with all the trimmings to pan-seared sea trout or beetroot and feta risotto, followed by classic Christmas puddings.
If you're looking to really indulge this holiday season, try Bristol Pear. We're talking everything from brie wedges and mushroom and blue arancini to festive meat or plant-based burgers, to pair with celebratory prosecco or cider. One of the best Christmas lunches in Birmingham? We think so.
For a more decadent lunch this season, check out The Ivy Birmingham Christmas menu - it's a real stunner. Settle into this gorgeous venue for a festive three-course menu at £60 per person (or two course for £55), featuring smoked salmon starters, turkey ballotine, and duck, lamb and beef shepherd's pie.
