Christmas Day In London: Things To Do & Dinners
Mistletoe, mulled wine and meltdowns over an undercooked turkey? Christmas day is great but all too often it leads to squabbles over mashed tatties, hours slaving away in a kitchen, and moans from hangry uncle Brian. Not this year, we've rounded up the best pubs and restaurant in London to celebrate Christmas day - think all the cheer and none of the fear.
Last updated on 24th November 2020
Add some luxury to your day with a trip to The Curry Room at The Rubens at The Palace. Located just a hop, skip and a jump from Buckingham Palace, the Indian restaurant is serving up a four-course feast, including petit fours, within a luxury setting. Or, if you fancy something a little more relaxed, check out The New York Bar for live music in a chilled atmosphere.
Offering a decadent Christmas lunch perfect for a true festive feast, The Chesterfield is serving up a slick selection of smoked salmon, Norfolk quail, Salisbury venison and roasted black leg turkey with all the trimmings. Book in for a warm welcome and a relaxing Christmas Day experience at this charming Mayfair hotel.
Putney's The Duke's Head is serving up all sorts of festive treats come Christmas day in London. Nab a space in the bright and airy dining room for views over The Thames and whopping plates of food, as all mains are served with goose fat potatoes, honey roasted carrots and parsnips.
This gorgeous gastro-pub is the perfect spot for Christmas dinner if you're looking for a homely feel with contemporary edge. With its fresh food, fine wine and delightful selection of beer, it's a quaint, all-round lovely place packed with yuletide spirit. Dinner includes four courses and a glass of bubbles.
For an indulgent Christmas feast in an opulent, classically British setting, look no further than Kensington's Cheneston's Restaurant at the Milestone Hotel. Serving up a five-course meal, you can expect delicious dishes such as duck liver parfait and spiced orange marmalade, wild mushroom ravioli with Madeira and truffle, fillet of beef wellington in red wine jus and clementine truffle with sherry ice cream.
If you're searching for an authentic pub to spend you Christmas Day in, look no further. This beautiful Victorian public house has superb sips behind the bar, that will perfectly complement your traditional Christmas dinner, alongside British staples such as pigs in a blanket and slow-braised Devon lamb shoulder.
Charming and honest, the Mulberry Bush never disappoints with its beautiful interiors and menus that burst with flavour. This Christmas, to rid you of the anger-inducing cooking and cleaning process, the venue's team of chefs are plating up a Christmas dinner that's sure to put a smile on your face.
With stunning restaurants in Oxford Street, Canary Wharf and Bloomsbury offering up delicious seasonal dishes, Scoff & Banter is a top pick this winter. With beautifully decorated interiors and plush fittings in a listed building, this Kensington location makes for an ideal Christmas day venue.