There's nothing quite like Christmas dinner. In fact, we would argue that festive fare is the ultimate comfort food. Picture steaming hot plates of succulent roast turkey, fluffy potatoes (with just the right amount of crunch), moreish pigs in blankets and buckets of gravy... is there anything better? To enjoy all of this, alongside a few quirky re-inventions of the classic meal, check out our guide to the best Christmas dinner in Leicester this 2025.
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Last updated on 2nd January 2025
Book yourself in for Christmas a cheap Christmas lunch in Leicester at The Italian Greyhound, where you'll be met with a tasty set menu - two courses for £21.95 or three for £29.95. From roast turkey ballotine to cod fillet and risotto, there are plenty of delicious dishes to warm your cockles this winter.
From festive buffet menus to Christmas party packages, O'Neill's is a fantastic watering hole this season. The Leicester hotspot has everything from classic mince pies and breaded brie wedges to a themed burger topped with a Stilton fondue and smoked pulled turkey.
From special Christmas wine tastings featuring mulled varieties too and food pairings to whole buffet spreads, Veeno Leicester are bringing a slice of Italy to your festive frolics this year. These start at just £30 per person, so you can really make a night of it without breaking the bank.
In Leicester this Christmas season? The Distillery is serving up enticing meals this winter, with menu options including traditional roasts, buttermilk-coated turkey sliders, and festive burgers. Hunker down in the pub to get stuck into all of these, washed down with plenty of tasty tipples.
An Australian-inspired sports bar on Belvoir Street in the city centre, Walkabout is a top choice for festive feasting thanks to its affordable prices and laid-back vibes. It may be best known for its beer towers and cocktails, but you can also enjoy a mouthwatering Christmas meal here.
They're serving up two courses for £20.99, or three for £23.99. Tuck into everything from hand-carved turkey with all the trimmings to festive plant-based burgers, followed by a gooey baked cookie dough.
After Christmas dinner in Leicester city centre? Thanks to a three-course Indian street food menu that kicks off with a glass of bubbles or bottle of beer each too, Mowgli is a great shout for a unique take on festivities. Expect the usual stunning space filled with fairy lights, swing seating and even whole trees, alongside food spanning everything from the restaurant's famous yoghurt chat bombs to two-tiered tiffin boxes of pot-luck curry and more.
Fancy food, drink and a Santa hat all for £23? Head to The Rutland & Derby for a cracking cheap Christmas dinner in Leicester, complete with themed eats. Chow down on Quebec poutine or a Holy Leaf burger while slinging back your arrival tipple.
Not only does Bodega Cantina provide the best all-inclusive Christmas party in Leicester for 2025, they're also bringing the food for a full-on feast. Grab the gang and hire out a private space, and you'll be able to chow down South American-inspired food while pairing with cocktails.
The best Christmas lunch in Leicester city centre? Queen of Bradgate is keeping things cosy with hot mulled cider, wine and boozy hot chocolate from the bar. As for bites to eat? From the 25th of November through to the 24th of December, you can tuck into three glorious courses for £31.95.
