With a few weeks to go till the main Christmas lunch affair there is time to enjoy festive dishes outside the house. Including some creative menus that push outside the classic pigs in blankets and cranberry turkey.
Thai Square
A Thai restaurant chain Thai Square has places from Trafalgar Square to Windsor and St Albans, offers the perfect place for a Thai-inspired Christmas celebration.
Feast on the Pre-Jubilee Christmas Menu, which is available till 25th December 2025 – the Trafalgar Square location is open on Christmas Day, offering a taste of Thailand this Christmas with loved ones.
Experience a 4-course meal for £46 or a 3-course for £41 (without dessert) and a range of authentic Thai signature dishes.
The main dishes range from sweet and sour sea bass, to caramel chicken to cha cha beef.
The meal can be paired with a range of Christmas inspired cocktails including the Xmas Ball, Chai Martini and Whisky Basil.
Park Chinois, Mayfair
A luxurious alternative to the traditional turkey roast, with an opulent festive menu featuring Duck de Chine with Osciètre Royale Gold Caviar, Stir-Fried Chilean Wagyu, King Crab with Hanamaki buns, and a dedicated vegetarian Amber Menu.
The Mayfair Chippy
‘Tis the season for exceptional seafood at The Mayfair Chippy!
Guests can tuck into seasonal delights with the new Christmas specials, showcasing a variety of Christmas-themed dishes, perfect for a wholesome festive feast.
Available in both their flagship Mayfair and Knightsbridge locations. Their sea-sonal dishes, include the Festive Scotch Egg (£10.50) to start with Sage & Onion Stuffing, Confit Turkey Leg with Cranberry & Bacon Relish.
For the main event, dive into a Norfolk Turkey & Chestnut Pie (£23.50) served alongside Cranberry and Sage Relish, Goose Fat Potatoes and Festive Trimmings. Complete with British Deep Fried Mince Pies (£9.50) with Cinnamon Sugar, and Rum & Raisin Ice Cream.
The Idler
Newly opened in Victoria, The Idler, invites guests to embrace the festive season with an elegant set Christmas menu that marries indulgent flavours with refined comfort.
Crafted in the restaurant’s signature style and highlighting the seasonal British produce infused with Mediterranean flair, the menu captures the warmth and conviviality of the season.
Its location in the heart of Victoria makes The Idler a wonderful option for pre-train or pre-theatre festive feasts, and their private dining rooms are a beautiful space for family and corporate celebrations.
Starters include a choice of Loch Duart salmon rillette with baguette crisp, caviar and dill, duck terrine with tarragon emulsion and a rich celeriac, parsnip and Corra Linn cheese velouté topped with winter truffle.
Taj London
Offers a range of festive experiences, from Kona’s Midwinter Night’s Dream Afternoon Tea to festive menus and cocktails at TH@51 throughout December. On Christmas Day, guests can choose between Michelin-starred Quilon’s South-West coastal Indian menu or a traditional five-course celebration at TH@51.