Where you can dine out this Christmas day, 2023, in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast
You’ll be spoiled for choice this Christmas Day equipped with our list of 25 venues serving up a culinary feast for their guests.
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If the thought of cooking a roast in sweltering heat this Christmas is too much to bear, the good news is there are still venues with spare seats for diners.
But uou will need to get in quick, with some crowd favourites already sold out and others with waitlists now only available.
We’ve put together a roundup of where Queenslanders can go in and around Brisbane, as well as the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.
Brisbane
Gambaro Seafood Restaurant
It kicks off from 11.30 to 3.30pm Christmas Day. Tickets cost $245 pp, Children 12-17 years $125 pp, Children 6-11 years $77pp and Children 0-5 years free.
There will also be carollers, a visit from Santa and presents for the children. With limited tables available book now.
Libertine
Get prepared to indulge in a seven course banquet at the first Christmas seating from 11am to 1pm at Libertine.
The second seating will be even more extravagant, boasting nine dishes including a prawn cocktail. Seafood features heavily on the menu.
The restaurant is renowned for its French and Vietnamese cuisine and sells out well in advance so book early. For more information click here.
Treasury Brisbane
Christmas Day takeaway hampers are on offer as well as lunch at The Lab.
The three-hour beverage package will keep you happy but the Christmas Day buffet lunch is already sold out.
Hampers are a must-do for foodies brimming with delectable barramundi, turkey breast and baked ham. Read more.
Hilton Brisbane
Breakfast, lunch and dinner sittings are available at Vintaged Bar & Grill.
Enjoy a glass of sparkling on arrival then get seated to experience a memorable festive event.
Curated by executive chef Dario Fiorino, the festive menu features premium Australian beef, a selection of the finest seafood and a spread of the finest grown seasonal fruit and vegetables. A Christmas Day festive buffet breakfast costs $85 per adult and includes fruit mince pies, glazed Christmas ham and sliced turkey breast.
If you prefer Christmas Eve you can book in from 6-9pm. Read more.
Hyatt Regency Brisbane
You can enjoy two different Christmas dining options at Hyatt Brisbane.
Book in for a spread to die for at the festive buffet in the Hibiscus Room for $239 pp.
Enjoy the sunshine on the outdoor terrace with 20m infinity pool, free flowing drinks menu and live music.
There’s a Seafood Bar, hot station or barbecue for something different.
Christmas Day Buffet at Lennons Restaurant and Bar highlights include NZ green mussels, Pacific oysters and smoked salmon.
Ham, roast turkey with cranberry sauce and lamb is available from the hot station.
A food and beverage package for adults costs $259 pp. Read more.
Stamford Plaza’s Christmas Extravaganza
Enjoy a Christmas buffet lunch plus three-hour premium drinks package from 12-3pm, prices vary but start at $329 pp.
Roast carving station, seafood including freshly-shucked Pacific oysters, Salmon Gravalax with condiments, Balmain bugs plus Christmas-themed desserts.
Christmas activities for children including a visit from Santa Claus. Read more.
Deer Duck Bistro Christmas Lunch
Feast on Christmas canapes, slow-cooked pork, marinated lamb and toasted meringue.
You’ll be looking to spend from $155 pp with matching wines available. Read more.
Sofitel Brisbane
There’s a festive buffet serving up seafood, internationally-inspired hot dishes and decadent deserts. Prices for an adult are from $129 and for children $52 pp.
Get in fast and join a waitlist for Christmas lunch which includes a 2.5 beverage package.
Christmas in Club Millesime will be something special, on the hotel’s top floor executive lounge with expansive panoramic city and hinterland views.
The one-day only four course set menu is available for $375pp. Read more.
Marriott Brisbane
Executive chef Peter Iwanczyk will be showcasing a delightful menu featuring local produce celebrating the tastes of Christmas.
A premium beverage package is included to complement the menu.
Entertainment includes a roving magician, live music and a visit from Santa.
Prices vary from $329 per person to $229 per child from two to 12-years-old. Read moe.
Rydges South Bank
If you’re not up for decking the halls with bells and holly this Christmas then this could be a great alternative.
The buffet lunch will not disappoint seafood lovers with an assortment from fresh prawns and oysters to a selection of sashimi.
There’s an all-inclusive beverages package as well. It’s from 12 noon to 3pm. Read more.
Walters Steakhouse
Treat your tastebuds to a gourmet affair this Christmas lunch with the set menu including a cold seafood platter with lobster, scallops and king prawns.
Mains include a signature porter house steak and turkey ballotine.
For desert enjoy date pudding. Guests can arrive form 11am. Cost: $275pp. Read more.
C’est Bon Woolloongabba
Enjoy Christmas lunch French-style including a glass of bubbles on arrival.
For $185pp you are looking at delicacies like crabe farci and duck leg a la francoise.
The Inchcolm
If you’re looking for a traditional festive feast then this spread will have you feeling jolly. This classic buffet comes with a three hour drinks package.
There’s a charcuterie station, hot and cold Christmas faves plus a cold seafood buffet.
Prices start from $259 per person with the lunch commencing at 12pm.
Or alternatively, enjoy a private Christmas lunch with the family in their Foxtrot Room with a cocktail on arrival. Prices from $299 pp. Read more.
Crown Hotel
Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch complete with all the traditional festive trimmings and a glass of sparkling on arrival.
Adults cost $165, kids (13-15) $67, kids (5-12) $42, kids under five are free.
Celebrations kick off from 11.30am. Read more.
Salisbury Hotel
Christmas buffet lunch with all of the favourites like roast turkey, ham, deli meats, desserts and more.
Adults cost $145, kids (13-17) $110, kids (5-12) $65, kids under five free. Bookings from 11am. Read more.
Koala Tavern
A Christmas-style buffet lunch is on offer with all the trimmings.
Adults $145, children (13-17) $70, (5-12) $30, children four and under free.
Celebrations from 11am - 2pm. Read more.
Gold Coast
The Star Gold Coast
There’s a multitude of festive dining options available within the confines of the casino.
Star’s ballroom is the venue for everything from cold salads to a seafood smorgasbord.
Prices start from $310 per adult.
Or sink your teeth into a juicy roast at The Harvest Buffet starting from $120 per adult.
The Garden Kitchen and Bar even has a Christmas pudding with Guinness chocolate sauce.
A four-course meal with the three-hour drinks package is on offer at Cucina Vivo for $205pp plus the jolly man will make an appearance himself.
Venues Kyomi and Uncle Su will put on Asian cuisine.
If you want to stay close to home then opt for a Christmas hamper for $260. Read more,
Fitzy’s Waterford Hotel
The Christmas Day Buffet lunch includes honey-glazed ham, prawns, salads, fresh fruit, pavlova and more.
Adults $140, kids (12-17) $65, kids (6-12) $30, kids under five free. Sitting at 11.30am - 2.30pm. Read more.
Burleigh Town Hotel
Buffet lunch includes fresh seafood and traditional festive favourites.
Adults $170, teens $87, children (5-12) $57, kids under five free.
Bookings from midday. Read more.
JW Marriott Gold Coast
Eat and drink merrily this Christmas with live cooking stations, entertainment, face painting and a visit from Santa keeping the little ones occupied while you enjoy a festive seafood buffet and three-hour premium package with champagne in a grand ballroom setting.
General admission costs $339. Read more.
Coomera Lodge Hotel
Indulge in a three course Christmas lunch with festive favourites and views of the river. Adults $150, kids (6-12) $50, kids under 5 free. Celebrations begin as 11am. Read more.
Sunshine Coast
Chancellors Tavern
All the festive goodies can be enjoyed at this delicious Christmas Day Buffet.
Adults $150, kids (5-12) $60, kids under five free. Sitting 11am - 2pm. Read more.
The Sands Tavern
You’ll find an epic buffet lunch with family favourites to enjoy like seafood and traditional roasts paired with delicious sides and trimmings.
Adults $145, kids (5-15) $55, kids under five are free. Seating time 11.30am - 2.30pm. Read more.
Alba
Four-course lunch curated by chef Peter Kuruvita includes steamed coral trout, twice cooked pork belly with roast duck potatoes and Christmas cake.
The lunch begins at 11.30am and there is a separate vegetarian menu available. Petit Fours complete the package.
For $245 pp hoping you’ll even find that special someone under the mistletoe. Read more.
Noosa Boathouse
Leave the worry of organising Christmas Day lunch to the experts.
They won’t disappoint offering guests a four–course a la carte menu.
Christmas antipasto, macaroons and plenty else besides. Read more.
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