Best For Christmas Lunches in London

Found in the heart of the West End, this modern restaurant boasts an iconic location. Not only are you slap-bang in the middle of central London (hello after-party) but there's contemporary interiors, delicious food and a smashing cocktail list to boot.

Bringing delicious, fresh and seasonal food to north Londoners all year round, this charming Highgate boozer cracks out all the fixings come December so you can enjoy a slap-up spread in warm and cosy interiors.

With a whole host of festive treats, classic cocktails and a great beer selection, John Salt makes for a fine lunch destination. Crack open your Champagne, feast on an impressive meal created by head chef Frankie and dance the day away to live DJs.

With bright interiors, delicious cocktails and a charming atmosphere, this City bar is a top pick for Christmas lunches in London. There's even a dedicated Christmas menu to get you in the spirit, so make sure you don't fill up on fizz.

How about heading to a stunning listed building, perched upon the beautiful Thameside? If that weren't enough to whet your whistle, how about a divine Christmas menu that serves up a confit wild boar, a 12 hour slow braised Cumbrian Ox cheek and a chestnut and mascarpone cheesecake? Yep, that's what we thought.

Housed at the top of the Gherkin, Iris possesses a coveted location and enviable views. One for those looking to impress, head to this stunning spot for classic cocktails and fine dining as you take in the sights of London's iconic skyline.

In the sleek surroundings of Nova in Victoria, Timmy Green is a paradise of contemporary design, live music and Aussie hospitality. Pay them a visit this Christmas and experience the best of festive eating with exquisite cocktails to match. 

Light and natural flavours reign supreme at The Anthologist. No stodgy fare here; rather a creative take on the traditional, using only the freshest seasonal ingredients available. The cocktails are expertly mixed too - what's not to love? Sit back and enjoy your banquet here.

Drake and Morgan have things all wrapped up this year with their plans to put on a cracking feast. Whether you opt for the canapés and buffet options or the traditional sit-down lunch, you can expect quality Christmas grub this festive season. Make sure that whatever you've gone for is accompanied by a few festive flutes or some seasonal cocktails - 'tis the season after all!.

The Elgin represents your quintessential British pub with cosy, comforting interiors to lounge about in and a menu of homely cooked foods to tuck in to. If that wasn't enough, this place is armed with a bar of craft beers as well as a dedicated Gin Palace so you won't be short of spirit... Christmas or not.

Sister venue to The Refinery, The Parlour boasts the same classy interiors and comprehensive winter offering. Combine hearty, seasonal chow with a cracking cocktail menu and an extensive wine list and you've got yourselves a charming inner City spot this time around.

This charming venue in Clerkenwell embarks on a meticulous turkey sourcing procedure, serving only free-range birds from a specially selected farm in Norfolk. Pair with friendly service and delicious drinks. Attention to detail, or what?

The Drift delivers fairy tale service, spectacular chow and masterfully mixed cocktails in a spot only a stones throw from Liverpool Street Station. Something of a retreat from the hubbub of the City, this is a charming spot to bring family, friends and coworkers.

Looking for something special this time around? Craft have got you covered. Head over to this renowned joint for either a tasting menu or three courses, all including fine dining dishes such as monkfish with a parsley crust and beer cured Devon trout.

With a cool but intimate industrial setting, brilliant location and cracking menu, Tanner and Co are a great choice for a festive lunch. The restaurant is a stone's throw from London Bridge, The Shard and Maltby Street Market - perfect for stretching your legs afterwards.

This legendary restaurant speaks for itself, but let us tell you about their fantastic spread this year. Raise a glass as you tuck into foie gras parfait, roasted bronze turkey and desserts like chestnut and cassis Christmas baubles.

Looking for a Christmas lunch that will truly impress? Whether you're organising a meal with mates or rounding up your colleagues from the office, take them to this Marylebone restaurant for gorgeous dishes, contemporary cocktails and airy interiors.

You'll probably be sick of roast turkey by the end of December, so get down to Flight Club for bottomless pizza, as well as, a bottle of prosecco and Winter Pimms with DJs, festive treats and great times.

Located just minutes from Moorgate station, this Italian restaurant makes for the perfect after-work spot. Gather your colleagues and prepare to chow down in style. Spread across two floors, there's plenty of room for all kinds of gatherings.

Leading the wave in cool interiors, you'll find The Sterling tucked at the base of the Gherkin and attracting a City clientele. This iconic location is ideal for a celebratory lunch in the name of Christmas where you can dig into gastronomic pub food with all of the festive trimmings. 

Whether it's an intimate affair with friends or a little daytime debauchery for the whole office, Patch East is always ready to party. Tuck into a range of canapes and nibbles for larger groups, or delicious three course menus with plenty of vegetarian and seafood dishes available.

Hailed as one of the best places to eat game in the UK, this City watering hole has the lunch game down. Head to the The Jugged Hare as they tease with stunning meaty plates, a charming British space and the very best in international wines. 

Whether you're out for a client lunch or dining with friends, this City restaurant should be on your list. Situated just minutes from St Paul's, the Gordon Ramsay favourite is cooking up a seasonal storm, with set menus and private dining available.

Chomp away on Barrio Soho's Christmas menu of picking delights and scrumptious sliders. Their selection of bowls and canapes ooze South American flavour with some traditional Turkey tastings, roasted Salmon and honey glazed ham in there as well. You can even venture across to Barrio Shoreditch or Barrio Angel for some more festive feasting. 

Take a break from turkey and instead enjoy a yuletide feast of lobster and kale salad, charcoal-grilled steak with paprika sides or, if you can't decide, a surf 'n'turf combo. And to top it all off? Warm cookie dough with oven-baked marshmallows, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and chocolate chip cookies.

Head to new Victoria-based luxury restaurant The Soak for a dinner with a difference. The dishes here focus on a special process of pickling and fermenting, using the finest high-quality ingredients. Their Christmas tasting menus range from casual three-course affairs to sumptuous six-course celebrations, with the option of private hire for larger dinners. 

Spread across 4 floors, the talented team of chefs at Smith of Smithfield work with the best cuts of meat that Britain's farmers have to offer, butchering, seasoning and grilling each cut on site before serving it to the many guests that walk through the door. Think roasted cuts of meat together with a range of vegetable sides.

Family friendly and completely cosy, head to the Royal Oak in Willesden for one of the tastiest Christmas lunch offerings in North London. Cracking out a delicious turkey dinner with all the trimmings, it's a top pick for festive feasting.

Sit back and relax as culinary excellence and modern style are combined in equal measures, to deliver a spectacular Christmas menu. Oh, and you can be sure of only the best quality, hand picked meats and vegetables in the heart of Shoreditch. 

Opt for sweet sophistication in the industrial chic setting of The Refinery. Their mixing table means that everyone can get involved in crafting the perfect Christmas cocktail; ensuring that your party of friends, colleagues or family will remember this gathering for years to come. 

Not only can this restaurant space host over 100 for a private dining event but if you're a smaller crew, you can mingle in with the daily folk and enjoy the buzzing atmosphere. The kitchen is grounded in classic gastro goods, so you can count on a traditional set up here. 

Located on the Thames, The Narrow is a top choice for Christmas dining in east London. Head to Limehouse for Gordon Ramsay-led menus that see the kitchen whipping up everything from traditional turkey ballotine and pan-fried gnocchi to sticky toffee puddings.

If you're after some serious Christmas comfort food, Dirty Bones have done all the hard work for you. Taking cue from the holiday season over the pond, their feast offering includes turkey tacos, fried chicken waffles, truffled tater tots and of course crispy Brussel sprouts, pimped up with bacon and sweet and sour cranberries to tempt even the most ardent of haters.

With a bright interior, excellent service and exclusive winter feasting menu, this Battersea restaurant makes a top choice this Christmas. Tuck into 3 delicious courses, and whatever you do - leave room for the white and dark chocolate mousse. Thank us later.

Already known for its tasty roast dinners, you'd better believe this Tufnell Park pub and eatery knows its trimmings. Head down for a slap-up Christmas lunch of warming winter dishes and indulgent desserts.

This Covent Garden haunt is steeped in low-lit ambiance and sensual Spanish flare thanks to amorous interiors and a style owed to that of historical Spain. Serving up one heaving fiesta all week round, come here for a spot of sangria, tapas and live entertainment with a little extra sass. 

When it comes to punchy interiors and delicious dishes, this sassy spot is doing it all. With a prime location in the heart of Fitzrovia, this is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas, with glitzy drinks spreads, canapes, bowl food and private red leather vaults.

Head over to the gorgeous Martello Hall where their mix of classic Italian cocktails and delicious regional food has got your festive plans all wrapped up. With pizzas galore and loads of delicious wines and bubbly to get down ya, it's always a merry time at this Hackney hangout.

The Tokenhouse is dedicated to delivering a real British set-up: fairy lights, glasses of belly-warming ale and all. So friendly they're even on first name terms with their turkey farmers Nick and Maria - this is ah aunt that will not disappoint.

Cooler than cool, this Shoreditch hangout sits pretty in London's hip East End. The food is as Christmas food should be; think mammoth portions and big flavours. Don your stretchy trousers and loosen your belt a couple of notches, because Blues Kitchen is gonna show you how to do lunch the Tennessee way. 

The Miller is a great spot if it's space you're after, plus the venue is always throbbing with activity and full of cool arty types. With a whole host of local craft beers and a selection of burgers to please veggies, vegans and carnivores, you won't go hungry.

A Fuller's favourite, The Admiralty is themed on the HMS Victory in all its glory with boating paraphernalia decking out the whole establishment. Drop anchor here for your wining and dining as you experience a classic British pub lunch from before sneaking off to the gun deck for some cocktails and lounging. 

This Botanist has classy pub lunches down to a tee, and their seasonal lunch is no exception. If you want a more sophisticated setting against a backdrop of beautiful natural illustrations, then look no further than this west London favourite.

One for the new age of eaters and drinkers in London; the vegans, pescatarians, vegetarians and bi-omnivores among you can rest safe knowing that this Christmas. Gigi's is cooking us something for all of us to enjoy with is seasonal produce delivered on the daily.

With interactive tabletops, kitchen cams and delicious pan-Asian cuisine, Inamo is the high tech restaurant that you never you knew you needed. Make your way to Covent Garden for a modern take on the usual lunch.

Just minutes from Liverpool Street Station, Devonshire Terrace delivers a Christmas lunch unlike all others. Tuck into tasty dishes al fresco, with a snugly heated covered terrace. If you don't fancy facing the chill, choose from one of three private rooms or tuck into lunch in the bar area. 

With three courses of brunch food, rum cocktails and a huge party, The Reggae Brunch is a great choice for an alternative Christmas lunch in South London. Plus, with various dates, you can choose a time that suits you and your party.

Located in South Woodford, Liban Tapas is the east London spot that brings Lebanese cooking to the forefront. This Christmas is no different, as the menu leans towards mixed grills, soujuk and creme brulee, with a vegan menu for meat-free diners.

This snugly Bethnal Green boozer has bag loads of history, having been built in 1729. Turn up and tuck into two courses for £20 which include delicious plates such as roasted Lincolnshire turkey and Jerusalem artichoke soup.