Slug and Lettuce is promising us one helluva Christmas at its Old Christchurch Road and town centre branches. While those who love a classic can wolf down turkey with all the trimmings, there are also festive burgers and mac'n'cheese up for grabs.

Between sage and onion Quorn tart, roast turkey and slow-cooked venison, how can you choose? Brewhouse & Kitchen is whipping up a tantalising array of bites this Christmas, and you can find them in the town centre or Southbourne.

The Stable is keeping things alternative this year dishing out a Christmas party menu to be reckoned with. Here, you can dive into themed pizzas (our favourite is The Festive Full Monty, made up of turkey, roast leeks and pigs in blankets), as well as perfectly prepared puddings and bottles of fizz.

Toting stunning views of the beach and a seriously talented kitchen team, WestBeach is one of the most inviting Christmas restaurants in Bournemouth. Baked Scottish salmon, beetroot Wellington and braised beef cheeks are all on the enticing three-course set menus.

While you may know Aruba better for its panoramic beach views and thumping club nights, it also puts on quite the festive spread. Whether you fancy canapés and cocktails, fancy three-course lunches or live entertainment from world-class performers, it's got you sorted and then some.

On the hunt for a cheap Christmas dinner in Bournemouth? Cue Wildwood. This joint will be rustling up three mighty courses for just £27.95, featuring classics like roast turkey and pigs in blankets alongside chicken romana, seafood linguine and tiramisu.

Nestled on Exeter Road, Sixty Million Postcards is ready to host your Christmas party in Bournemouth. This year they're cooking up sumptuous set menus with dishes like festive burgers and roast turkey that comes with pigs in blankets and gravy.

Unique pub The Brass Haus takes inspiration from German Bier Kellers, coupled with bare-brick walls and hanging foliage. It's certainly an atmospheric location to spend Christmas in Bournemouth, scoffing down festive burgers, toasties or a brilliant buffet platter.

Urban Garden is one of the best restaurants for Christmas dinner in Bournemouth. Flaunting a leafy oasis twinkling with festoon lights, it's a glorious hangout to celebrate with your nearest and dearest. You won't just find top-quality food and drinks here, but also funky tunes and lovely service.

This bustling Irish bar is always a popular spot for wetting the whistle and chomping on top grub. But during the jolly season, O'Neill's also pulls out all of the festive stops, with party packages showcasing three-course meals and delish finger food spreads for those larger bashes.

Been searching for 'Christmas dinner 2024 near me?' Celebrate the season in style over at Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth. What's on the foodie lineup? Turkey with all the trimmings, alongside braised beef and a mushroom and leek pie. There's even warm mince pies to wrap everything up nicely.

With a warm and welcoming vibe, Cosy Club is a great location for a family Christmas dinner in Bournemouth. Expect tasty dishes like fried halloumi in hot honey, roast turkey and smoked ham hock pie or pan-fried salmon fillet this winter. 

On the hunt for a Christmas Day lunch in Bournemouth in 2024? The Libertine is rustling up scrumptious suppers all the way up to the 25th of December. Get stuck into roast turkey accompanied by all the trimmings, as well as a goat's cheese and pear salad and pan-roast turbot.

Fancy a totally magical setting for your Bournemouth Christmas lunch? Then you'll want to stop by 1812 Bar and Restaurant. Along with swanky interiors and private dining pods that let you feast under the stars, it also offers themed cocktails that'll warm your cockles through.