Brisbane Restaurants Open On Christmas Day For Festive Feasting
Does the thought of preparing a Christmas feast leave you feeling like the Grinch? Make a reservation at one of these restaurants open on Christmas Day.
The best part about Christmas? Eating yourself into a food coma. The worst part? Trying to clean up the dinner table during said coma. We have the solution! Head to one of these amazing restaurants open on Christmas Day, enjoy the festive feast, then head on home to relax, full of good cheer. Choose from breakfast, lunch or dinner at a range of restaurants across the city from West End to Hamilton.
These events always sell out well in advance - so don’t be slow to book!
Gambaro
If you’re dreaming of a seafood Christmas for this year’s Christmas lunch, there’s no better place than Gambaro! They’re bringing the fan-favourite Christmas feast again in 2023 by hosting a four-course sit-down lunch and drinks package. You certainly won’t be going hungry at this restaurant open on Christmas Day, nor will you be lacking entertainment. Santa Claus will be making an appearance, as will Christmas carolers, to bring in the good cheer for you and your loved ones.
From $245 per person
33 Caxton Street, Petrie Terrace
Vintaged Bar & Grill
Vintaged Bar & Grill has you spoiled for options for festive feasting. Celebrate early with a Christmas Eve dinner, or dine with them for Christmas Day breakfast! Executive Chef Dario Fiorino has crafted a modern holiday meal that covers all the traditional yuletide meals; think glazed ham, pork belly, panettone, breakfast pastries and much more. This year's festive menu features a selection of premium Australian beef, sustainably sourced seafood and locally grown season fruit and veg that will shine through in each dish.
From $85 per person
Hilton Brisbane Hotel, Level Six, 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane
Takeaway Hampers From The Treasury
Keen on a Christmas at home, but not keen on the cooking? We have a delicious solution for you! The Treasury Brisbane will be putting together dreamy Christmas hampers that contain everything you need to enjoy a sumptuous lunch or dinner! Roast vegetables, baked ham, cranberry stuffing and roast turkey are all on the menu… and wait until you see the dessert offering! You can also upgrade with a seafood extra and include prawns in this festive feast. The Treasury Christmas hampers are the perfect solution if you’ve missed out on making a reservation at one of the restaurants open on Christmas Day, but still want an opportunity to eat like a queen.
Place your orders before Friday 15 December to make this Christmas the tastiest yet!
Cost: $145 per person for four guests or more
Pick up location: Treasury Hotel, 130 William Street, Brisbane City
Sunday 24 December - between 1.30pm – 5.30pm
Gusto da Gianni
The iconic Italian restaurant at Brisbane’s Portside will once again be serving up a Christmas lunch made with love. This year, this restaurant will open on Christmas Day to serve up a feast spanning zucchini flowers, black ink ricotta and orange ravioli, blue eye cod and so much more. If you like hearty food and service that makes you feel like you’re part of the family - Gusto da Gianni is the place for you! Bring the family for lunch and enjoy fresh seafood, superb cocktails and modern Italian Australian cuisine to make your mouth water.
From $239 per person
Monday 25 December 11:30am
Portside Wharf, Remora Road Hamilton
The Crown Hotel
Your friendly local pub can be your home away from home this Christmas Day, with two festive sittings at The Crown Hotel in Lutwyche. Few things scream ‘Christmas’ more than a buffet, and that’s exactly what this pub is offering! You’ll receive a glass of sparkling on arrival, then prepare to tuck into a delicious buffet lunch, complete with all the traditional festive trimmings. Bookings are essential, so time is of the essence to prepare for the perfect Christmas Day.
From $165 per person
Monday 25 December, 11:30am
446 Lutwyche Road, Lutwyche
The Waterloo
Have a hankering for a traditional Christmas Lunch? This iconic Brisbane pub is open this Christmas Day for a three-course set menu! Book your family or friends in with you at the Waterloo Hotel! Brisbane’s oldest pub will be dishing up roast turkey with all the trimmings, crispy Atlantic salmon and a pavlova for dessert. There are dishes on offer for our vegetarian friends and everyone gets a glass of bubbles!
From $149 per person
Monday 25 December | 11:00am to 3:00pm
Corner of Ann Street & Commercial Road, Newstead
The Boundary Hotel
The Boundary Hotel is welcoming hungry holiday-goers to their bright and airy tavern to indulge in a three-hour family feast on Christmas Day! Resplendent with a seafood platter entrée (prawns, oysters and Moreton Bay Bugs), the main course of a traditional roast and plentiful sides to complement. Don’t forget about dessert, which will arrive in the form of cheese boards, fruit platters and petite fours. If you’re searching for restaurants open on Christmas Day, you can’t go past The Boundary Hotel for a guaranteed good time.
From $185 per person
Monday 25 December | 11:00am to 3:00pm
137 Boundary Street, West End
Now that Christmas Day is sorted, are you looking for more fun and festive things to do around this great city? Check out our guide to what's on in Brisbane this month. If you want to fit in some reading while you digest your Christmas Day feast, recline with one of these must-read Australian novels!
