Piled-high pavlova, succulent seafood and fresh salads are the festive essentials playing on everyone's minds here in Straya. And, boy, do we have a fine selection of hotspots delivering just that. Whether you're looking for a traditional meal or an out-of-the-ordinary Australian celebration with friends and family, here are the best spots serving Christmas lunch in Sydney for 2025.
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Last updated on 20th January 2025
Infinity is the Sydney Tower restaurant perched high in the clouds on the 81st floor, with stunning panoramic views of the city skyline and harbour. The Christmas buffet lunch for 2024 is given a makeover here, as you'll be treated to premium finger food like bacon-wrapped scallops, plus chic drinks to sip on as you take it all in.
Enjoy Christmas dinner in Sydney the Chin Chin way, with various celebration packages ranging from the chef's banquet all the way up to the ten-course epic feast. Enjoy lip-smackingly good kingfish sashimi, popcorn chicken and wagyu fillet steak, topped off by an ice cream sandwich.
Head to the heart of Surry Hills to dine at the airy and elegant Forrester's. Their festive spread makes a perfect Christmas lunch in Sydney for 2025. Indulge in a three-course meal including prawn cocktail to start, a classic roast with mini Yorkshire puddings for mains, then an Australian pavlova to finish.
Discover the festive feast menu at Foreign Return this Christmas. Get your chops around delicious Indian-inspired cuisine in the shape of a satisfying six-course meal. For $85.00 per person, there's plenty of vegetarian options as well as dishes like lamb sartu with basmati rice and atheli quail.
The Botanist in Kirribili is a stunning restaurant displaying muted tones and leafy decor that's perfect for a work Christmas lunch in Sydney with a twist. Book a table in the main dining room for your group and delight in fresh, quality dishes like steak alongside crispy roast potatoes with garlic and rosemary.
