We all want to eat and drink to our heart’s content during the holidays, but when it comes to who will do the cooking — not to mention the cleaning! — many of us might feel far less eager. Luckily, you don’t have to be stuck in the kitchen all day to dig into a lavish Christmas Day meal, because there are plenty of delicious options to enjoy in Brisbane.
Bisou Bisou
Bring the fancy to your festive celebrations this year, by dining à la française at Bisou Bisou. Their a decadent 2-hour, 4-course, share-style festive feast, includes sophisticated offerings such as prawn vol-au-vent and roasted chicken à l’orange. Secure your booking here.
📍458 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley
💲$189 for adults, $99 for kids
Blackbird Bar & Grill
Because sharing is caring — especially around the holidays — Blackbird is offering a festive banquet-style lunch, perfectly paired with a 3.5-hour premium beverage package. Soak in the spectacular view overlooking the Brisbane River as you tuck into a perfectly cooked roasted turkey roulade, their own take on the classic. Secure your booking here.
📍123 Eagle St, Brisbane CBD
💲$289 for adults, $99 for kids
Bonny View Hotel
For a relaxed atmosphere and a classic pub Christmas lunch, head to Bonny View Hotel. Their buffet lunch is sure to satisfy all festive appetites with hot and cold selections of all your seasonal cravings and a range of desserts. Take advantage of the (hopefully!) nice weather and let the kids play in their outdoor playground! Secure you place here.
📍2077 Gympie Road, Bald Hills
💲$145 for adults, $45-$75 for kids
Browns Plains Hotel
While the little ones enjoy the play area next to the outdoor terrace, you can indulge in a delicious buffet lunch that will fill all Christmas appetites with entrees including oysters and prawns, hearty main options like turkey, pork and snapper, and mouth-watering traditional desserts. Get a spot here.
📍64 Browns Plains Road, Browns Plains
💲$150 for adults, $50-$80 for kids
The Boundary
One of West End’s most iconic watering holes, The Boundary will be serving up a 3-hour all-inclusive family feast, featuring fresh spins on the traditional favourites like cranberry and pistachio stuffed turkey. Parents can also relax after the hustle and bustle of the leadup to Christmas while the kids enjoy their indoor playground. Book here!
📍137 Boundary Street, West End
💲$195 for adults, $40-$70 for kids
C’est Bon
Ooh la la! Showcasing classic French flavours, C’est Bon has a decadent banquet-style meal awaiting you. The menu features all the staples you might expect, along with French-inspired dishes like caviar crêpe cake and cucumber velouté, plus a glass of bubbly upon arrival! Joyeaux Noël and secure your place here.
📍609/611 Stanley St, Woolloongabba
💲$195 per person
Donna Chang
Go for a less traditional Christmas feast with a modern Cantonese twist at Donna Chang. The restaurant is serving up a luxurious four-course banquet, accompanied by a 2.5-hour premium beverage package featuring champagne. Forget ham or turkey and opt for their gorgeous roast Chinese duck with plum sauce. Book your spot here!
📍171 George St, Brisbane CBD
💲$288 for adults, $99 for kids
Emporium
Is there anything more glamorous than celebrating Christmas Day in a ballroom? Emporium’s premium buffet answers that question with a resounding no, as they offer a 3-hour beverage package, gifts from Santa, live entertainment, and all the seafood, Christmas classics and decadent desserts on your wish list! Grab a spot here.
📍267 Grey St, South Brisbane
💲$319 for adults, $109-$199 for kids
Goldfinch
Goldfinch’s light-filled, airy space gets dressed up for the holidays and invites you to an exclusive four-course plated menu complete with a free-flowing beverage package. Enjoy a seafood tower to share, delectable main courses to choose from and an unmissable selection of sweet delights to end on a sweet note. Secure your place here!
📍Corner Ann & Roma St, Brisbane CBD
💲$249 for adults, $119 for kids
The Lex
This Christmas, Santa won’t be the only one with a jolly belly because The Lex is cooking up a storm! Start with snacks upon arrival, followed by a three-course lunch, petit fours and 3-hour beverage package to match! With live music and stunning dishes like porcini and wild mushroom ravioli, bay bug remoulade and spiced cherry, pistachio, white chocolate trifle, it’ll be a holiday to remember! Book your spot here.
📍The W, 81 N Quay, Brisbane CBD
💲$330 for adults, $95-$225 for kids
Persone
Revel in the festivities with Persone’s delightful four-course Christmas Day Lunch. Kick off the feast with an antipasti platter followed by much-loved Persone dishes like porchetta with roasted potatoes and finish the most traditional Italian seasonal dessert: panettone. All this plus a 3-hour wine, beer and soft drink package, live Christmas carollers and a magical appearance from Santa himself! Have a buon Natale and book your seat here.
📍Brisbane Quarter, 81 N Quay, Brisbane CBD
💲$245 for adults, $75- $125 for kids
Port Office Hotel
Port Office Hotel will be serving up a shared-style feast of a carefully curated menu that includes every Christmas must-have. And what would the holidays be without a visit from Santa and a little gift for the young ones? Don’t miss out and secure your spot here.
📍40 Edward Street, Brisbane CBD
💲$200 for adults, $175-$50 for kids
Pullman Brisbane King George Square
Pullman took the words “Christmas feast” literally and is ready to fulfill your holiday dreams with an ice bar with fresh seafood, a cold selection of cured meat platters, several salads, some Christmas favourites and more! Plus, live entertainment and a special visit with gifts for the kids from the man himself! Don’t miss out and secure your seat here!
📍Corner Ann & Roma St, Brisbane CBD
💲$299 for adults, $119-$169 for kids