Christmas Day lunch is that one time of year to spend quality time with your nearest and dearest, indulge in delicious food and sip on summer-style beverages. But what if, for once you want to throw away all the responsibility of getting the roast perfectly juicy and instead enjoy some of Australia’s best cooks dish up a feast for you?

Ramp up your end-of-year celebrations vino in hand and feet up for an ultimate Christmas lunch sans the washing up. We’ve even done the hard work for you, ahead we’ve listed some of Sydney and Melbourne’s best Christmas Day dining offerings!

SYDNEY

Promenade – Bondi Beach

Let the ocean be your backdrop for a fuss-free Christmas Day lunch at Promenade Bondi Beach. The set menu is $299 per adult and will include the kind of festive fare you want from a lunch by the sea – seafood, sunshine, and sensational sips.

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The Winery – Surry Hills

Enjoy a 3-course feasting menu and a glass of Champagne on arrival for $180pp. The share-style feasting menu features a host of traditional serves for an indulgent Christmas lunch, such as Sydney rock oysters with scampi caviar; BBQ king prawns with lemon garlic butter; Turkey Ballotine with prosciutto and creamy potato mash; and Lobster Spaghetti.

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Kingsleys – Woolloomooloo

Enjoy Christmas Day lunch in style whilst taking in harbour and city views from Sydney’s iconic Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf at Kingsleys Woolloomooloo. On Christmas Day, guests will enjoy a 4-course menu, plus a glass of Moet on arrival for $249pp ($55pp for kids 12 and under).

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Little Pearl – Manly

For Christmas Day lunch, feast on a 10-course set menu with a focus on Asian-inspired hawker-style shared plates, complete with 2.5-hour drinks package and arrival cocktail for $199pp. Little ones are catered for also, with packages available for under 12s (includes kids’ meal and unlimited soft drinks for $45pp) and 13-17 years (includes 10-course set menu and unlimited soft drinks for $90pp).

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Bistro Moncur – Woollahra

Offering a special 3-course menu for $300 per person incl. an Aperol Spritz on arrival with a choice from our full a la carte menu on the day that will include some Christmas specials along with our existing favourites.

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MELBOURNE

The Smith – Prahran

Enjoy a delicious family-style lunch with all of the trimmings. Offering a 4 course sharing menu, full of festive favourites.

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LOLLO – CBD

Enjoy a seafood buffet, live cooking stations, and hot dishes with all the Christmas trimmings. With live jazz music and even an appearance from Santa, this experience is guaranteed to be a hit for the whole family. Tickets start at $60 for children and $295 for adults including a Malfy Gin cocktail on arrival. Upgrade your experience with a 3 hour unlimited wine and beer beverage package for just $99 per person.

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Tippy Tay – CBD

Celebrate with loved ones and enjoy a delicious feast that features the culinary delights of the Amalfi coast. Offering a 4x course feast for the family- with a drink on arrival included.

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Studley Park Boathouse – Kew

Join the team at Studley Park Boathouse for a truly memorable 3-course festive feast! Whether you’re gathering with family or friends, we have the perfect setting to make your Christmas Day special.

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Stella Restaurant & Bar – South Yarra

Celebrate a festive Christmas lunch at Stella Restaurant & Bar! Offering a delightful dining experience filled with delicious food, wonderful company, and holiday cheer with a 3-course shared set menu for just $195 per person.

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