Christmas is Wednesday, December 25, 2024…less than eight weeks away! Although it’s lovely to have Christmas dinner at home, some people like to skip all the dinner prep work and enjoy Christmas dinner prepared by someone else! If you are considering Christmas dinner at Toronto restaurants, it’s not too early to book your reservation. Continue reading to learn where you can have Christmas dinner in Toronto 2024. [I will update this list as I receive more Christmas menus.]
Christmas Dinner at REIGN at Fairmont Royal York Hotel 2024
REIGN will be hosting a festive three-course dinner on December 24 and 25, 2024. The A La Carte Menu is unavailable on these days. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner items include:
STARTER (choice of): Parsnip & Celery Root Bisque, Endive Salad OR Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
MAIN (choice of): Manor House Turkey Dinner, Seabass Almondine, Filet Mignon a la York OR Squash Risotto (Vegan)
DESSERT (choice of): Mont Blanc OR Black Forest Cake
The price is $125 per person plus tax and gratuity. Email RYH.RestaurantReservations@Fairmont.com or book online at OpenTable. The Fairmont Royal York Hotel is located at 100 Front Street West.
Christmas Dinner Buffet at Old Mill Inn and Spa 2024
The Old Mill Inn and Spa at 21 Old Mill Road will be serving a festive buffet lunch and buffet dinner on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, Wednesday, December 25, 2024 and Thursday, December 26, 2024. Enjoy a traditional Christmas meal in this Tudor inn with stone fireplaces and Victorian lanterns. The Christmas Day buffet includes:
Teriyaki and Mirin Glazed Green Shell Mussels (DF)
Freshly Shucked Oyster – Verjus Sauce and Fresh Horseradish (DF NF)
Cajun Smoked Mackerel (DF)
Smoked Salmon with Dill Cream Cheese on the side (DF as long as they don’t use the cream cheese)
Shrimp Cocktail – Lemon Wedges, Cocktail Sauce (NF DF GF)
Insalata di Mare –Squid, Shrimps, Mussels (Italian Seafood Salad) (NF DF GF)
Nicoise Salad- Tuna, Olives, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Beans and Boiled Egg dressed with a fresh herb and Dijon Vinaigrette (NF DF GF)
Parsnip & Pear Soup
Charcuterie Board –Salami, Cappicola, Prosciutto
Domestic Cheese Presentation – Cheddar, Blue, Havarti, Oka, Brie and Boursin
An Array of Fresh Melons, Grapes, Oranges and Berries (GF DF Vegan NF)
Crudité and Vegan Dips Hummus and Garlic Aioli (GF DF Vegan)
Holiday Squash Salad – Cinnamon and Nutmeg Roasted Butternut Squash, Cranberry and Maple Cinnamon Vinaigrette (GF DF Vegan)
Traditional Waldorf Salad-Apples, Celery, Walnuts and Red Grapes tossed with a Creamy Lemonaise (GF DF Vegetarian)
Greek Salad –Tomatoes, Olives, Cucumber and Peppers with Feta Cheese (GF NF Vegetarian)
Tri Coloured Potato Salad, Red, White, Purple Potato, Red Onion, Scallions, Dijon and White Vinaigrette (GF DF Vegan)
Brussel Sprout Salad -Shaved Brussel Sprouts, Toasted Pine Nuts, and Cranberries tossed in a Lemon Dijon Dressing garnished with Parmesan Cheese. (GF Vegetarian)
Cracked Wheat Salad – Dried Fruit, Pumpkin and Sunflower Seeds, Scallions tossed with Cider Vinaigrette (DF VEGAN)
Marinated Olives (Vegan GF DF NF)
Roasted Candy Cane Beet Salad-Roasted Beets, Pickled Red Onion, Peppers and Cinnamon Red Wine Vinaigrette (NF GF DF Vegan)
Fennel and Pomegranate – Fennel, orange, pomegranate, and almond in sherry wine vinaigrette (DF GF Vegan)
Festive slaw – Red onion, green cabbage, almond, dried cranberry, and parsley in Maple Mustard cider vinaigrette (DF GF Vegan)
Festive lentils salad – Lentils, Squash, Kale, Walnuts, Golden Raisins, Red Onion, Parsley and Garlic with Dijon mustard and sherry vinaigrette (DF GF Vegan)
Heirloom Beans and wild rice salad – Mixed Beans, Red Onion, Dried cranberries, Pomegranate Seeds, and walnuts with a Grainy Mustard and Balsamic Vinaigrette (GF DF Vegan)
Plus Additional Chef’s Garden Salads
Slow Roasted Striploin of Beef (GF DF NF)
Honey and Mustard Ham (GF DF NF)
Roasted Turkey Breast (GF DF NF)
New York style mini cheesecakes with Cranberry compote *Contains wheat, dairy, eggs*
Maple pecan mini-Tartlets *Contains wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts*
Apple & Cherry Crumble tarts *Contains wheat, dairy, eggs*
Ginger & Caramel mini Cakes *Contains wheat, dairy, eggs*
Coconut Panna Cotta with fruit coulis *Vegan & GF*
Callebaut Dark Chocolate Mousse GF *Contains dairy, eggs, gelatin*
Festive Assorted French Pastries *Contains wheat, dairy, eggs, may contain nuts*
Apple & Cranberry Hot Dessert *Vegan & Gf*
Traditional Homemade Xmas pudding Rum Creme anglaise *Contains wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts, alcohol*
Gluten Free Xmas Assorted Pastries *Contains dairy, eggs, may contain nuts*
Callebaut Chocolate fountain *Contains dairy*
Rice krispies GF
Marshmallows GF
The cost is Adults $75 plus taxes and service fees, Children (4-11) $30 plus taxes and service fees, Children 3 and under Free. Buffet lunch seating times are from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Buffet dinner seating times are from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Call 416-236-2641 to reserve.
Christmas Dinner at Frenchy Bar et Brasserie 2024
Enjoy a Christmas three-course prix fixe dinner at Frenchy Bar et Brasserie at Hilton Toronto on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Executive Chef Aaron Chen and his team will prepare a special festive menu including Seared Scallops with savoury bacon crumble and succulent Prime Rib among others. Be sure to take your pic with Santa!
The Christmas dinner is served from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Hilton Toronto is located at 145 Richmond Street West, 416-869-3456.
Christmas Dinner at Epoch Bar & Kitchen Terrace 2024
Enjoy a magical Christmas dinner at EPOCH Bar & Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto. Gather family and friends to taste the festive flavours of the season with signature Christmas dishes and drinks. Menu to be announced shortly. Reserve online at OpenTable.
Epoch Bar & Kitchen Terrace is located at The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto.
Gatsby by Windsor Arms Christmas Day Dinner 2024
Take your family to the Windsor Arms for a prix-fixe Christmas Day dinner at Gatsby on December 25, 2024. Menu to be announced soon.
The Christmas Day dinner is $175 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reserve online at OpenTable.
The Windsor Arms Hotel is located at 18 St Thomas Street, Toronto, 416-971-9666.
Christmas Dinner Buffet at The Omni King Edward Hotel 2024
Enjoy a lavish Christmas feast at The Omni King Edward Hotel where you and your family can indulge in a Christmas dinner buffet. Festive buffet items include carving stations featuring succulent turkey and honey-glazed ham, a variety of favourite holiday side dishes such as roasted seasonal vegetables and zesty cranberry sauce. The dessert table includes a selection of cakes and pastries.
The cost is $165 per person plus tax and service charge.
To reserve, please call 416-945-3323 or email to-festive@omnihotels.com. Reservations can be made after Monday, November 4, 2024. Full payment is due at time of booking. Changes or cancellations are accepted only until December 8, 2024.
Christmas Day Brunch Buffet at TOCA 2024
Enjoy a Christmas Brunch Buffet at TOCA Restauranat at The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Guests can explore the seafood bar, live-action stations, a dessert cave and more. Available seatings are at 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. The brunch buffet will also be offered on Tuesday, December 24, 2024.
The cost is Adult $175 CAD plus tax and gratuity; Child (12 and under) $80 CAD plus tax and gratuity. Reserve online at OpenTable.
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto is located at 181 Wellington Street West.
I hope you enjoy Christmas dinner at Toronto restaurants. You may also be interested in reading, “Best Restaurants for Christmas Parties in Toronto 2024“.
