Whether you’re planning a quiet Christmas lunch for two or a bring-the-whole-family festive celebration, we’ve got a list of options to explore! From Cape Town and the Winelands to Durban and Johannesburg, we’ve put together a list of all the restaurants offering delicious Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menus.
Browse the list below and book on Dineplan to secure your spot. From our family to yours, we wish you a merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
Western Cape
Allee Bleue Picnics
(Simondium, Paarl)
Price: R1,999 for two Time: 11h00 – 15h00
Celebrate with a Christmas picnic at Allee Bleue! Enjoy a festive basket for two filled with pork terrine, wood-fired roast duck, glazed gammon, braised lamb shoulder, a Winelands cheese box, fresh bread, and a decadent trifle. Each picnic includes a special Christmas gift, adding an extra touch to the celebrations.
Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House in Camps Bay is serving up a relaxed, festive vibe this season. Enjoy a special 3-course set menu featuring delicious choices for starters, mains and dessert – perfect for a holiday feast by the beach. Note, a service fee of 12.5% will be added to all bills.
Celebrate Christmas Eve at Bouchon with a night of tapas and festive cheer! Kick off the evening with a welcome drink, then enjoy a selection of flavorful tapas from around the world – perfect for sharing with family.
Clos Malverne Restaurant is hosting a festive seven-course lunch, starting with a glass of Christmas sangria to kick off the celebrations. Kids can enjoy their own tasty menu, too! Secure your spot with a R200 deposit per person.
Price: 3-course menu: R795 per person | 6-course menu: R1,395 per person Dates: 20 – 24 December Times: Lunch: 12h00 – 14h00 | Dinner: 18h00 – 21h30
Grub & Vine is bringing the festive spirit with an unforgettable Christmas Eve weekend running from 20 to 24 December. Enjoy Chef Matt Manning’s curated menu, showcasing the finest local ingredients paired with fine wines. Gather your loved ones for a Christmas celebration to remember!
Gather family and friends to celebrate Christmas in style at Kunjani Wines with a festive 5-course lunch! Enjoy fresh bread and parfait, cured trout, turkey bitterballen, beef Wellington or Karoo lamb, and a chocolate Marquise, perfectly paired with Kunjani’s award-winning wines. Kids can dig into spaghetti bolognese, burgers, and waffles with ice cream.
Price: R595 per person | R297 kids 3 – 12 years Menu: View the menu here
Join Rockefeller from 13h00 to 17h00 and start with a crisp summer salad from the salad bar. Then, indulge in plates of sushi at their sushi bar. Save room for the main course featuring sirloin, seasonal vegetables, seafood boil, and more. Finish off with something sweet from their dessert bar!
Roots Bistro at Dunstone Country Estate is serving up a festive 3-course Christmas lunch starting at 12h00. Kick-off with a complimentary glass of Marie-J Cap Classique and canapés, then enjoy a choice of starters, mains, and desserts. Set amidst vineyards and guava trees, the celebration also features classic games like Jenga and croquet for added holiday cheer.
Price: Lunch: R695 person | Dinner: R650 person (Kids’ menu available on request) Date: Lunch: 25th December | Dinner: 24th December Time: Lunch: 12h00 – 16h00 | Dinner: 18h00 – 22h00
Stellenbosch Kitchen is hosting a 3-course dinner on Christmas Eve at 18h00 and a festive 3-course Christmas Day lunch from 12h00.
Enjoy a Christmas Day feast with vineyard views at Moody Lagoon, in Hermanus. The festivities begin with a glass of Cuvée58 bubbly and canapés, followed by a 5-course South African Christmas banquet, complete with holiday crackers, streamers, festive décor, and live tunes from a Christmas crooner.
Price: R600 per person Dates: 22 and 24 December 2024
Reserve your spot at 9th Avenue Waterside for a 5-course Christmas menu, available exclusively on 22 and 24 December. Don’t miss out on this festive dining experience with stunning views of the Durban harbour.
Celebrate Christmas at 315 Restaurant at the Coastlands Musgrave Hotel with a festive buffet lunch perfect for family and friends. Enjoy a wide variety of delicious dishes and indulgent treats with live music to set the tone.
Join Butcher and Wine for a 3-course lunch featuring festive starters like sushi and crostini, hearty mains including oxtail, trout, or steak, and indulgent desserts. Plus, enjoy a complimentary Glenlivet scotch to toast the season with your loved ones.
Price: R1,350 per person | R675 kids aged 4 – 10 Menu:View the menu here
Chapter 5 at the Coastlands Skye Hotel is pulling out all the stops this Christmas! Enjoy a festive holiday spread with live entertainment, a special visit from Santa Claus, welcome drinks, mini gingerbread houses, Christmas crackers, and more.
Donna Modern Italian is hosting a festive 3-course Italian-style lunch, complete with a complimentary Malfy Gin & Tonic. Bring your loved ones for a holiday meal to remember! A special kiddies’ menu is also available. A R200 deposit required to secure your booking.
Celebrate Christmas Day with a festive buffet lunch at Saffron Restaurant. Enjoy a variety of delicious dishes and sweet treats, all set to the sounds of live entertainment to bring holiday cheer.
Celebrate at Avianto with their 7-course Christmas Day feast! Spend quality time with the whole family as you make your way through one delicious dish after another, accompanied by live saxophone music to add to the festivities.
Enjoy a luxurious Christmas lunch at Brambles Restaurant! Starting at 12h30, you’ll feast your way through a mouthwatering menu complete with a complimentary cocktail or mocktail and live music. Bookings are essential, with full pre-payment required to secure your spot.
Price: R650 per person | Half price for kids under 12 Time: 12h30 – 17h00
Gather the family for a circus-themed Christmas Day buffet! Enjoy the festivities with a welcome drink, live music, Christmas crackers, a mime artist, and a swimming pool to keep the kids entertained.
Price: R450 per person | R275 kids aged 6 – 12 | R135 kids aged 3 – 5 | Free kids under 2 Menu:View the menu here
Get ready to sing and feast this Christmas Day at Epsom Restaurant for their annual Sing-Along Carols & Brunch experience! Enjoy a classic brunch buffet with festive treats, a welcome drink, Christmas crackers, and live carols to set the holiday mood. Adults will also receive a Mowana Spa discount voucher and a chance to win in the lucky prize draw.
Protea Hotel Fire and Ice! by Marriott Pretoria Menlyn
(Pretoria, Gauteng)
Price: R695 per person | Half price for kids under 12 Time: 12h30 – 16h00
Celebrate Christmas with a festive lunch buffet at the Protea Hotel in Menlyn. Kick off the festivities with a complimentary drink on arrival and enjoy a delicious spread to mark the day!
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