Christmas Lunch in Dublin 2025
Top Venues for Festive Midday Feasts
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Planning a Christmas lunch in Dublin this year? From Michelin-starred dining rooms to lively brasseries and traditional Dublin landmarks, the city has no shortage of spots serving festive menus throughout December. Whether you’re treating clients, planning a corporate event, organising private dining for your group, or simply catching up with friends before the holidays, we’ll help you find the right venue.”
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In this guide, we’ve handpicked 10 of the best venues for Christmas lunch in Dublin. Choose from elegant dining rooms to buzzing brasseries, each bringing its own take on festive flavours, warm service, and seasonal atmosphere.
A quick note: Most restaurants allocate around two hours for lunch sittings, and popular dates (Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays) fill fast. We recommend booking well in advance to secure your preferred time.
Christmas Lunch at The Ivy
13-17 Dawson St, Dublin, D02 TF98
For a stylish Christmas lunch in Dublin, The Ivy delivers glamour and buzz in equal measure. Located on Dawson Street, this elegant brasserie is known for its striking interiors, lively atmosphere, and festive menus that balance tradition with a contemporary twist. It’s a central, eye-catching venue that works for both corporate groups and social get-togethers.
Size & layout: Main restaurant seats up to 200 guests, with semi-private areas available for group bookings.
Style of food: Modern brasserie dining — festive set menus with classic roasts, seasonal starters, and indulgent desserts.
Best suited to: Office Christmas lunches, client entertaining, and groups looking for a lively, central Dublin setting with a glamorous feel.
Christmas Lunch Menu: The Ivy’s festive lunch runs throughout December 2025, with curated two- and three-course set menus available.
Price: Approx. €55–€70 pp
Sample highlights include:
- Roast turkey with all the trimmings
- Pan-fried salmon with Champagne sauce
- Wild mushroom risotto with truffle
- Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
- Chocolate bombe with hot salted caramel
F.X. Buckley Festive Group Lunch
1A Pembroke Street Lower, Dublin 2
For a hearty and traditional Christmas lunch in Dublin, F.X. Buckley on Pembroke Street is hard to beat. Known as one of the city’s finest steakhouses, their festive menu showcases premium Irish beef, seasonal produce, and classic sides, all served with the signature Buckley attention to detail. The setting is relaxed yet polished, making it ideal for groups who value quality food above all else.
Size & layout: Comfortable brasserie-style dining rooms seating 80+ guests, with private and semi-private areas available.
Style of food: Irish steakhouse classics with a festive twist — prime cuts, hearty mains, and indulgent desserts.
Best suited to: Teams, client lunches, or groups who want a Christmas lunch centred on excellent steak and traditional accompaniments.
Christmas Lunch Menu: Running throughout December 2025, with a set 3-course menu, last sitting: 2.30pm
Price: €65.00 pp
Sample festive menu highlights include:
- Devilled lamb kidneys with smoked bacon & mushroom
- Short rib nugget with celeriac & truffle dressing
- Parsnip & chestnut soup with Guinness bread6oz fillet steak or 8oz striploin, spring onion mash & peppercorn sauce
- Fillet of Atlantic cod with Coolattin cheddar crust
- Red lentil, pistachio & chickpea medallion dal with lemon mint yoghurt
- Sea buckthorn & blackcurrant parfait with brown sugar cracker
- Vanilla crème brûlée
Peploe’s Christmas Menu
Saint Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2
For an elegant Christmas lunch in Dublin, Peploe’s on St. Stephen’s Green blends old-world charm with festive sophistication. Known for its lively brasserie feel and polished service, Peploe’s is a favourite for corporate groups and social gatherings who want to celebrate in style just steps from Grafton Street.
Size & layout: Main dining room seats 100+, with a cosy, club-like atmosphere ideal for festive lunches.
Style of food: Classic European brasserie dishes with Irish produce — seasonal starters, hearty mains, and indulgent desserts.
Best suited to: Teams, client entertainment, and groups looking for a refined, centrally located venue with a lively atmosphere.
Christmas Lunch Menu: Available from November 4rd and throughout December 2025, featuring a three-course festive set menu.
Price: €75 pp
Sample highlights include:
- French onion soup with Gruyère crouton
- Scampi of Dublin Bay prawn with mango, chilli & tartar sauce
- Chicken liver & foie gras parfait with toasted brioche
- Roast turkey breast & Irish ham with honey vegetables & red wine jus
- Rick Higgins dry-aged ribeye with Béarnaise sauce
- Roast fillet of hake with tomato butter sauce & fennel salad
- Warm Christmas pudding with brandy crème anglaise
- Lemon posset with winter berry compote & cinnamon sable
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Saba Festive Group Lunch
22 Upper Baggot Street
For a vibrant festive lunch in Dublin, Saba on Baggot Street offers a Thai and Vietnamese twist on Christmas dining. With colourful interiors, a lively atmosphere, and an award-winning kitchen led by Executive Chef Natthawut Khuhathong, it’s a great option for groups looking for something different this December.
Size & layout: Spacious restaurant seating 120+, with semi-private areas available for group bookings.
Style of food: Modern Thai and Vietnamese cuisine — curries, stir-fries, seafood, and signature Saba favourites, alongside festive group menus.
Best suited to: Office Christmas lunches, mixed groups, or teams looking for a lively setting and a menu beyond the traditional.
Christmas Lunch Menu: Festive three course menu runs throughout December 2025.
Price: €44.95 pp
Sample highlights include:
- Smoked trout mieng kam with coconut, ginger & lime
- Hoisin duck rolls with cucumber & leek
- Sun-dried pork with palm sugar, soy & sesame
- Massaman chicken curry with potatoes & peanuts
- Crispy pineapple duck with sesame sauce
- Slow-cooked Wicklow lamb shank with Panang curry sauce
- Chargrilled Angus ribeye with red curry betal leaf sauce (+€5 supplement)
- Vegan Bangkok rice noodles with pak choi, peppers & chillies
- Dessert of the day
FIRE Steakhouse Christmas Lunch in Dublin
The Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2
For a vibrant Christmas lunch in Dublin, FIRE Steakhouse & Bar delivers one of the city’s most iconic dining experiences. Located in the historic Mansion House, FIRE is known for its wood-fired cooking, award-winning Irish beef, and support of local producers. The restaurant combines grandeur with comfort, vaulted ceilings, plush seating, and a central location just off Grafton Street.
Size & layout: Main dining room seats 120; private mezzanine up to 40 guests; terrace available for pre-lunch drinks.
Style of food: Premium Irish beef and seafood, wood-fired cooking, and festive menus showcasing seasonal Irish produce.
Best suited to: Corporate Christmas lunches, client entertainment, and groups looking for a lively city-centre venue with an impressive backdrop.
Christmas Lunch Menu: Three courses, lunch sittings run from 12pm – 4:15pm throughout December 2025.
Price: €57.50 pp
Sample highlights include:
- Black Mission figs with Cashel blue cheese & Parma ham
- Spiced lentil & butternut squash soup with coriander yoghurt
- Turkey roulade with sage & onion stuffing, Parma ham & smoked bacon sprouts
- Pan-seared sea bream with potato gnocchi & saffron cream
- 8oz Irish Hereford prime sirloin with Pont Neuf chips
- Hazelnut & chocolate yule log with Ferrero Rocher ice cream
- Brandy & Guinness Christmas pudding with Bushmills crème anglaise
SOLE Seafood & Grill Festive Menu
47 Drury Street, Dublin 2, D02 K753
For a refined Christmas lunch in Dublin, SOLE is a top choice. Proudly supporting Irish producers, this award-winning seafood and grill restaurant delivers festive menus that highlight the best of land and sea. Expect polished service, premium Irish beef, and standout seafood dishes in a stylish city-centre setting.
Size & layout: Elegant dining room seating 120+, with semi-private spaces suitable for groups.
Style of food: Fresh Irish seafood, premium steaks, and refined seasonal dishes crafted with local produce.
Best suited to: Corporate Christmas lunches, client entertainment, or groups who want a mix of seafood and classic festive options.
Christmas Lunch Menu: Three course menu booking time 12pm – 4:15pm, Festive menu is available from 24th November to 23rd December 2025.
Price: €57.50 pp
Note: During this period, only SOLE’s festive lunch menu is available. Supplements apply on certain dishes.
Sample menu highlights include:
- West Cork mussels à la crème with garlic & white wine
- Howth smoked organic salmon with chive crème fraîche & brown soda bread
- Oyster selection from Connemara, Kelly’s, Achill & Carlingford
- Roast chicken supreme with sausage & lentil cassoulet
- Monkfish & chorizo skewers with warm nicoise salad
- 8oz sirloin steak (Peter Hannan’s salt-aged beef) with shallot mash
- Guinness & brandy Christmas pudding with gingerbread ice cream & whiskey crème anglaise
- Red berry yule log with genoise sponge & ripple ice cream
Hugo’s Christmas Lunch Menu
6 Merrion Row, Dublin 2
For a welcoming Christmas dinner in Dublin, Hugo’s is a long-time favourite. Just steps from St. Stephen’s Green, this elegant restaurant combines warm service, polished décor, and seasonal Irish cooking that makes it a go-to for festive dining.
Size & layout: Main dining room seating up to 80, with semi-private options available for smaller groups.
Style of food: Modern Irish and European dishes with a focus on seasonal produce and comforting festive flavours.
Best suited to: Team Christmas dinners, client entertaining, or private groups who want a central city venue with atmosphere and style.
Christmas Dinner Menu: Festive set menu available throughout December 2025, with a three-course format for lunch.
Price: €50 pp lunch
Sample menu highlights include:
- Roast turkey with sage & onion stuffing, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry jus
- Pan-fried fish of the day with winter accompaniments
- Wild mushroom risotto with parmesan and roasted root vegetables
- Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy cream
- Chocolate & hazelnut mousse with Chantilly cream
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Bang Restaurant Festive Lunch Menu
11 Merrion Row, Dublin 2
For a modern Christmas dinner in Dublin, Bang delivers innovative cooking with a strong focus on Irish seasonal produce. Located just off St. Stephen’s Green, the restaurant is known for creative menus, a relaxed yet stylish setting, and an award-winning wine list that complements each dish.
Size & layout: Contemporary dining room seating 90, with private and semi-private spaces available for groups.
Style of food: Seasonal Irish ingredients elevated with international influences, blending traditional flavours with modern techniques.
Best suited to: Corporate Christmas lunches and dinners, client entertaining, and groups seeking a balance of innovation and festive tradition.
Christmas Lunch Menu: Available 28th November – 24th December 2025, from 12.30pm / 1pm with tables required back by 4/4.30pm.
Price: €69.95 pp
Sample menu highlights include:
- Spiced carrot & lentil soup with coconut cream and focaccia
- Beef cheek & oxtail croquette with parsley and sauce gribiche
- 7oz fillet steak with bourguignon sauce
- Roast halibut with smoked mussels and artichoke sauce
- Mushroom risotto with chanterelles, parmesan, and truffle
- BBQ venison rump with celeriac gratin and redcurrant jus
- Christmas pudding with whiskey raisins and crème anglaise
- Chocolate delice with Pedro Ximenez and crème fraîche ice cream
Chequer Lane Christmas Menu
17 St Andrew’s Street, Dublin 2
Chequer Lane strikes the balance between casual and polished, making it a strong mid-market choice for a Christmas dinner in Dublin. Designed by Jamie Oliver and chef Gareth Mullins, the menu is rooted in seasonal Irish produce with a bistro-style approach. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, perfect for groups who want festive dining without the formality (or price tag) of Michelin-starred venues.
Size & layout: Modern dining room with seating for 100+, semi-private areas available for groups.
Style of food: Seasonal Irish produce with hearty festive dishes, modern bistro flair, and flexible vegetarian and vegan options.
Best suited to: Corporate Christmas lunches, after-work festive gatherings, and social groups looking for central Dublin dining that blends quality with value.
Christmas Lunch Menu: 3 Course menu available from 13th November – 31st December 2025 (closed 25th–26th December). Lunchtime sittings: 12:00–2:15pm | 2:30–5:00pm.
Price: €59 pp for three courses
Sample menu highlights include:
- Festive prawn cocktail with smoked salmon and gem lettuce
- Confit duck leg with fondant potato and apple sauce
- Roast chicken with mushroom sauce, truffle, hazelnuts, and fondant potato
- Sirloin steak with chips, sticky onions, watercress, and garlic butter
- Pumpkin ravioli with sage butter and amaretti (v)
- Charred tofu skewers with tahini aubergine and harissa yoghurt (vg)
- Sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream and toffee sauce
- Vanilla panna cotta with ginger crumb
- Irish cheese selection with quince jelly and crackers
Dax Restaurant Festive Lunch Menu
23 Pembroke Street Upper, Dublin 2
For an elegant Christmas lunch in Dublin, Dax offers refined French-inspired dining in a Georgian townhouse setting. Known for discreet service, an award-winning wine list curated by Olivier Meisonnave, and Graham Neville’s acclaimed Irish cuisine, Dax has long been a favourite for corporate entertaining and private festive celebrations.
Size & layout: Main dining room seats 65; private dining space for up to 30; full restaurant available for exclusive hire.
Style of food: Modern Irish with French influences, seasonal tasting and set menus, paired with one of Ireland’s most respected wine lists. ( Vegetarian and vegan options always available.)
Best suited to: Senior client hosting, executive Christmas lunches, and private festive gatherings where refinement and service are essential.
Christmas Lunch Menu: Available 25th November – 23rd December 2025.
- Tuesday & Wednesday: 12.30pm – 2pm
- Thursday & Friday: 12.30pm – 3pm sharp, 3.30pm – 6.30pm sharp
- Saturday: Lunch at 1pm (last order 2pm)
Price: €58 pp (2 courses) | €78 pp (3 courses)
Sample menu highlights include:
- Roast Dinish Island scallops with Cevennes onions and coral bisque
- Slow-cooked Comeragh lamb with Maxim potato and soft herb infusion
- Dublin Bay prawns, Clogherhead crab, and Port Oriel smoked salmon with Marie Rose sauce
- Market fish of the day with Maris Piper potatoes, kelp, and beurre blanc sauce
- Roast Chalans duck breast with chestnuts, cavolo nero, elderberries, and thyme sauce
- Braised Tipperary beef with parsnip, shiitake mushrooms, and port sauce
- Mont Blanc style dessert with chestnut mousseline and vanilla ice cream
- Warm dark chocolate fondant with citrus sorbet
- Sheridan’s Irish cheese selection with condiments
FAQ – Christmas Lunch in Dublin
1. What is the average price for a Christmas lunch in Dublin?
Most Christmas lunches in Dublin fall in the range of €45–€75 per person for a three-course festive set menu. Premium venues such as Michelin-starred restaurants or fine dining rooms may cost more, while casual brasseries and mid-market venues are typically on the lower end of the scale.
2. Do all restaurants in Dublin only offer set menus for Christmas lunch?
The majority of venues serving Christmas lunch in Dublin provide a festive set menu throughout December. This helps kitchens manage busy service and ensures groups are served efficiently. A few restaurants may offer limited à la carte options, but most customers should expect a set three-course menu or a curated festive package.
3. How far in advance should I book a Christmas lunch venue in Dublin?
We recommend booking your Christmas lunch in Dublin as early as possible, especially for peak dates in December (Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays). Many popular venues are fully booked several months in advance, and larger groups should aim to secure their space by early autumn to avoid disappointment.
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