From Lonavala to New Delhi, HELLO! India lists where to eat this Christmas across the country

Across India, restaurants are stepping into the spirit of Christmas with menus that celebrate comfort, indulgence, and nostalgia. From lavish hotel buffets and intimate chef-led experiences to rooftop sundowners and regional festive spreads, this year’s offerings reflect the many ways India celebrates the season. Here’s HELLO! India's curated list of restaurants across cities serving special Christmas menus this season.

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1. La Panthera

La Panthera’s Christmas specials draw from nostalgic European winter flavours, featuring slow-cooked roasts, handmade pastas, truffle pizzas and indulgent desserts meant for unhurried December dining. Paired with festive cocktails, a refreshed wine list and live music across key holiday dates, the menu delivers a warm, elegant celebration that feels both familiar and special.

2. Skylix Rooftop Lounge & Dining, Radisson Resort & Spa, Lonavala

Set against sweeping hill views, Skylix offers a global Christmas Eve dinner and a vibrant Christmas Day brunch with live stations and interactive cooking. From wood-fired pizzas and dim sum to festive roasts and desserts, the experience blends flavour, theatre and a celebratory mountain setting.

3. The Claridges New Delhi

The Claridges’ Christmas Garden Brunch is a timeless festive ritual. Set amid lush gardens, the experience pairs winter sunshine with gourmet spreads, live stations, artisanal desserts and live music. Elegant yet relaxed, it’s a celebration designed for lingering afternoons, meaningful conversations and the quiet indulgence of a classic Christmas.

4. Zanotta at The Leela Ambience Gurugram

Zanotta at the The Leela Ambiance Gurugram offers a refined Christmas Eve experience with panoramic city views and a thoughtfully crafted four-course Italian menu. Prepared in its interactive kitchen and paired with sparkling or mulled wine, the evening balances festive elegance with culinary precision—ideal for those seeking a quieter, more polished holiday celebration.

5. Dramique, Delhi

Dramique reimagines Christmas as theatrical spectacle. Inspired by Greek islands and ABBA nostalgia, the immersive experience blends live performances, dramatic lighting and Mediterranean-inflected festive cuisine. Each course unfolds like a scene change, transforming dinner into a full-scale production where music, storytelling and indulgence take centre stage.

6. World of Palates, Mumbai

The all-vegetarian World of Palates presents a Christmas special menu that blends global comfort food with a thoughtful vegetarian twist. From burrata salads and Asian bowls to hearty curries and nostalgic desserts, the menu brings warmth, indulgence and festive familiarity to the table.

7. Scarlet House, Mumbai

Joyce Arora takes over Scarlet House with a Christmas menu inspired by home, memory and family traditions, served through December. Rooted in preparation, generosity and storytelling, the experience feels intimate and heartfelt, celebrating Christmas as it’s meant to be shared; slowly and lovingly.

8. AnnaMaya, Andaz Delhi

AnnaMaya’s Christmas celebrations unfold through lavish buffets that span global favourites and holiday classics. From roast turkey and gravlax to decadent desserts and live stations, both Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day brunch promise abundance, warmth and a family-friendly atmosphere designed to capture the true spirit of the season.

9. Pendulo, Delhi

Pendulo offers a quietly elevated setting for Christmas dining, where modern Indian cuisine engages in a thoughtful dialogue with Mexican influences. Led by chefs Megha Kohli and Noah Louis Barnes, the intimate, chef-driven space is ideal for refined lunches and year-end dinners, with its new Antojitos bar menu adding a relaxed, shareable festive dimension.

10. The Red Brick Room, The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa

At The Westin Sohna, Christmas unfolds in a relaxed resort setting with festive buffets, live music and warm hospitality. Hosted at The Red Brick Room, both Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas brunch blend indulgent spreads with joyful ambience—making it a perfect countryside escape for families and leisurely celebrations.

11. Japonico, Gurugram 

Japonico turns winter celebrations into a high-energy affair, blending modern Japanese luxury with immersive design and bold flavours. This season’s Winter Special Menu pairs seamlessly with The Sunday Club—an easygoing brunch-meets-sundowner featuring oysters, caviar, live music and signature cocktails, making it a stylish choice for festive afternoons and evenings.

12. Tattva Bar & Café, Mumbai

Tattva’s festive menu brings together inventive food and seasonal cocktails designed for lively holiday gatherings. With smoky mains, playful small plates and winter-inspired drinks, the experience balances comfort and creativity, perfect for celebratory evenings with friends.

13. Bombay Swim Club, Mumbai

Bombay Swim Club hosts a Christmas Sundowner that swaps tradition for a modern, poolside celebration. With small plates, festive cocktails and golden-hour views, the experience is relaxed yet spirited, offering a refreshing way to celebrate Christmas in the city.

14. Hosa, Goa

Hosa celebrates Christmas with a two-day South Indian menu inspired by coastal traditions and slow festive meals. With comforting curries, seafood classics and nostalgic flavours, the menu captures Goa’s relaxed December rhythm and the warmth of shared plates.

15. Miss Margarita by Arriba, Delhi NCR

Miss Margarita brings festive cheer with unmistakable Mexican flair. Winter warmers, indulgent Christmas specials and tequila-forward cocktails define the season, from turkey tacos to churros and mulled wine riffs. Vibrant, bold and unapologetically fun, it’s a spirited Christmas celebration rooted in flavour, colour and warmth.

16. Riches’

Riches’ embraces Christmas with understated elegance, offering contemporary European dining rooted in quiet luxury. The seasonal festive menu leans into refined classics and winter-forward flavours, creating a calm, polished setting for long lunches and unhurried dinners—perfect for those seeking a restrained, intimate way to celebrate the season.

17. The Grammar Room, Delhi

The Grammar Room offers a Cuban-inspired Christmas escape, inviting guests to trade the usual winter tropes for bold island flavours and festive energy. Running from December 24 to 30, the experience blends warmth, cheer and comforting plates, making both its Mehrauli and Khan Market outposts ideal for relaxed yet spirited Christmas gatherings.

18. MKT at The Chanakya, New Delhi

MKT at The Chanakya approaches Christmas with quiet elegance, focusing on emotion-driven cooking and seasonal generosity. The chef-curated festive menu balances refined plates with comforting flavours, from prawn bisque to baked Alaska. Paired with winter cocktails and subtle décor, it’s designed for lingering meals and meaningful holiday conversations.

19. Dynamo, Goa

Set against sweeping sea views, Dynamo transforms Christmas into a vibrant coastal celebration. As sunsets melt into cool December nights, the cliffside restrolounge blends global share plates, inventive cocktails and immersive music. Whether it’s a relaxed sundowner or a high-energy evening, Dynamo delivers festive warmth with unmistakable Goan soul.

20. Tranzit, Delhi

Tranzit steps into the festive season as Khan Market’s most dynamic holiday address. With immersive Christmas programming, glowing décor and artful cocktails, the space flows effortlessly from daytime gatherings to high-energy evenings. It’s a stylish setting where elevated dining, music and celebration come together for a distinctly urban Christmas.

21. United Coffee House, Delhi

United Coffee House celebrates Christmas through heritage and tradition. For over eight decades, the Connaught Place landmark has anchored Delhi’s festive memories with classic dishes and timeless charm. It’s a place where nostalgia, old-world hospitality and the comfort of familiar Christmas flavours come together year after year.

22. Que Sera Sera, Mumbai

Que Sera Sera brings a European-style Christmas to Mumbai with festive décor, a limited-edition menu and seasonal cocktails. From comforting soups and indulgent mains to nostalgic desserts, the experience feels cosy, accessible and delightfully indulgent.

23. Shangri-La, Delhi

Shangri-La’s Christmas Day brunch is an elegant, sunlit celebration spread across lush garden lawns. Featuring signature dishes from its acclaimed restaurants, live stations, desserts and premium beverages, the experience balances indulgence with ease—perfect for families seeking a refined yet joyful way to mark Christmas Day.

24. Trincas, Kolkata

Trincas marks its 98th Christmas by celebrating its storied culinary legacy. From Chimmoo Aunty’s fiery Chicken Curry to festive cocktails inspired by its Swiss roots, the menu honours Calcutta’s layered past. It’s a nostalgic, flavour-rich celebration that reflects the city’s enduring love for tradition and storytelling through food.

25. Petite Pie Shop, Gurugram

Petite Pie Shop brings a cosy, bakehouse-style Christmas to Gurugram. From campfire hot chocolate and boozy Christmas cakes to savoury pies and winter drinks, the menu is comforting and craft-led. Designed for both gifting and gathering, it captures the warmth of a neighbourhood Christmas done right.

26. Cecconi’s, Mumbai

Cecconi’s celebrates Christmas with Italian winter traditions, featuring handmade pastas, wood-roasted mains and classic festive desserts. With special touches on Christmas Eve and Day, and a celebratory New Year’s Eve menu, it offers unhurried, elegant holiday dining.

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27. Frozen Fun Café, Mumbai

Frozen Fun Café’s Festive Feast Menu offers a three-course experience designed for comfort and indulgence. With hearty starters, Italian-inspired mains and a signature gelato finish, it brings warmth and familiarity to festive dining.

27. The Fio Table, Delhi

The Fio Table’s Cosy Edit places comfort cooking at the heart of Christmas celebrations. Designed around shared tables and winter flavours, the festive programming feels nostalgic yet thoughtful. Whether for brunches or long meals, it’s a space that celebrates warmth, generosity and the joy of gathering over soulful food.

28. CHICA, Delhi

CHICA’s Mistletoe n’ Mimosas Christmas brunch blends festive indulgence with global flair. From live turkey carving and expansive cheese spreads to Asian small plates and celebratory cocktails, the experience is lively yet refined. Paired with live music, it promises a convivial afternoon that feels celebratory without feeling excessive.

29. ADRIFT Kaya, JW Marriott Aerocity, Delhi

ADRIFT Kaya offers a contemporary Japanese perspective on Christmas dining. Across a refined Christmas Eve supper and a vibrant Christmas lunch, the chef-led menus spotlight seasonal produce, expressive flavours and artful presentation. It’s a polished yet relaxed celebration that feels modern, precise and quietly indulgent.

30. HOM, Mumbai

HOM’s Christmas menu is a fire-led celebration of India’s diverse holiday tables, reimagined through bold techniques and regional inspiration. Rooted in memory and tradition, the menu delivers nostalgic flavours with a modern, flame-forward edge.

31. DEA, Mumbai

DEA’s Christmas menu is a dramatic sensory journey built around fire, fermentation and bold flavours. From smoked starters to indulgent mains and theatrical desserts, the experience feels immersive, inventive and perfectly suited to festive indulgence.

32. Grand Hyatt Mumbai

Grand Hyatt Mumbai ushers in the festive season with elegant Christmas and New Year dining experiences at its signature restaurants, China House and Celini. China House celebrates Christmas and New Year’s Eve with thoughtfully curated Chinese menus featuring handcrafted dim sums, and bold regional flavours, offering both comforting classics and celebratory indulgence. Celini brings the warmth of Italian winter traditions to the table, with festive lunches and elegant New Year degustation menus highlighting handmade pastas, slow-cooked meats and traditional Italian desserts, making the hotel a refined destination for both intimate Christmas gatherings and spirited year-end celebrations.

33. Amaru, Mumbai

At Amaru, Christmas is interpreted through a bold Asian–Peruvian lens, where tradition meets seasonal creativity. The festive menu reimagines Peruvian classics using Mumbai’s winter produce—think slow-cooked meats, citrus-laced dishes and comforting share plates. Designed for family-style dining, it’s a warm, flavour-forward celebration paired seamlessly with Amaru’s spirited cocktail programme.

34. Hearth, Mumbai

At Hearth, Christmas is intimate, thoughtful and rooted in comfort. The fire-led restaurant’s festive menu, Home for the Holidays, celebrates familiar flavours through elemental cooking—roasted squash, baked brie, confit duck and classic winter cocktails. Set within the historic Eros Cinema, it’s a slow, soulful way to gather and dine.

35. Popes Southwest Cantina, Gurugram

At Popes Southwest Cantina, Christmas is about craftsmanship and flavour integrity. The festive menu highlights entirely in-house preparations—from spice blends to breads—bringing depth to every dish. With authentic tamales, tostones and unhurried grills, it’s a refreshing alternative to predictable holiday menus, offering bold, honest food that feels anything but templated.

36. Hunaaan, Bengaluru

Hunaaan brings a modern pan-Asian sensibility to Christmas with a festive menu rooted in warmth and familiarity. Featuring comforting rice bowls, whole fish preparations and soulful flavours, the offering is complemented by the restaurant’s refreshed interiors and live cooking bar—creating an inviting space for relaxed, meaningful holiday meals.

37. Amazonia, BKC, Mumbai

Amazonia turns Christmas into a whimsical floral rainforest fantasy. With immersive décor, live performances and a specially curated festive menu, the space feels joyful, theatrical and transportive. From ballet to aerial dance, the experience goes beyond dining—inviting guests to celebrate the season within a beautifully imagined tropical wonderland.

38. Toscano, Pan-India 

Toscano’s Christmas menu captures the essence of Italian festive dining—comforting, indulgent and meant for sharing. Seasonal salads, gnocchi, festive pizzas and traditional desserts sit alongside a special turkey menu, available both in-house and for home celebrations. It’s a warm, welcoming way to savour Christmas, Italian-style.

39. ITC Grand Central, Mumbai

ITC Grand Central’s Christmas brunch at Hornby’s Pavilion is a classic celebration of festive abundance. Featuring roast turkey, yule log, plum pudding and winter favourites, the experience unfolds within a grand colonial-inspired setting. Ideal for families, it blends timeless hospitality with the comforting rituals of Christmas dining.

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