Feast Away at the 10 Best Christmas Day Lunches in Brisbane

Tucked inside The Star Brisbane is one of our favourite European cross Australian restaurants, Aloria. Found on the Sky Deck on level 23, Aloria, led by Michelin star chef Shayne Mansfield, uses woodfire and grill techniques to create some of the best tasting meat and seafood dishes you’ve ever tasted. And, this Christmas, there’s no exception either. Here guests will be able to pick and choose from Aloria’s a la carte menu or, opt for the Shared Banquet available for a minimum of four guests. See website for more details.

Front row views to the Brisbane River, a classic Australian three-course lunch and, not to forget the three-and-a-half-hour beverage package. Now that sounds like a Christmas worth celebrating! This year, Blackbird Bar & Grill is offering an unforgettable Christmas lunch package priced at $269 per adult. With sweeping riverside views, between 12pm and 4pm, Blackbird will be serving up a feast-worthy lineup of dishes including Baked Turkey Wellington, Slow Roasted Black Angus Sirloin, Rose Scented Pavlova and even a White Christmas Parfait.

Forget sleighing the skies, this Christmas we’ll be swinging a hole in one thanks to The Brisbane Golf Club and their Christmas Day Buffet Lunch. With two sittingd available – at 11:45am and 12:30pm – guests will be treated to a smorgasbord of buffet favourites and as well as all the Christmas trimmings including fresh seafood, salads, roasted meats, hot food and even a delicious dessert station. Starting at $90 for children, $110 for seniors and adults for $210 per person, be sure to book ahead to avoid disappointment.

Buon Natale from Cucina Regina! This Christmas 2024, one of our favourite Italian restaurants located inside The Star Brisbane will be hosting a four-course lunch. Packed with plenty of festive favourites, the set menu includes everything from Crudo di Pesce to Prawn Ravioli, 12-hour slow roasted Lamb Shoulder, Wood Fire Roasted Potatoes and a traditional Panettone al Pistachio to finish. Plus, with a three-hour beverage package, live entertainment and even a Santa appearance, all you need to do is book your spot for the day.

One of Brisbane’s most awarded restaurants, Ecco Bistro, is bringing the festive cheer to you this year with their pre-ordered hamper feast. Designed by head chef Philip Johnson, the share-style Christmas menu allows your day to be as stress free as possible. Simply order before Thursday 12 December, pick up on Saturday 21 December and then serve on Christmas Day with the instructions provided. The three-course banquet, priced at $110 per person, includes a Prawn Cocktail Milk Bun Slider, Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder and a Classic Tiramisu to name a few

There’s no denying that we’ve all dreamt of a European Christmas. This year, Bardon’s La Belle Vie is bringing the Christmas charm to Brisbane with their Christmas Day lunch menu. Priced at $198 per person, starting with freshly shucked oysters, guests will then be mesmerised by the foie gras and apple stuffed Chicken Ballotine. Next, a scrumptious Grilled Lobster Tail with truffled potato puree and tarragon bisque will be served before finishing with a Pineapple Carpaccio. Check website for more information on bookings.

Found on Felix Street in Brisbane’s CBD is an inner-city oasis that combines pan-Euro fare with Queenslander-like traditions. Welcome to Naldham House! This year, executive chef Douglas Keyte has put together a delicious menu available from 11am for just $275 per person. Complete with starters, mains, sides and a dessert, guests will have the opportunity to choose from either Confit Duck Croquettes, a Southern Rock Lobster Cocktail, Crispy Roasted Porchetta, Murray Cod Genobloise, Salted Caramel Profiteroles or a traditional Apple Pie. Bookings essential.

No need to head to the North Pole this Christmas, one of Brisbane’s best Italian restaurants, Popolo, is bringing the festive cheer here. Located in South Brisbane and overlooking out onto the Brisbane River, this riverside eatery is all about tradition. And, this Christmas, Popolo’s lunch package, does just that. Priced at $275 per person, the day will see everything from Gnudi Ricotta and Spinach Meatballs to Duck Leg Fettucine, Wild Herb Crusted Toothfish and, even a Sweet Ricotta Cannoli will make an appearance too. Plus, did we mention that it also includes three-hours of beverages? We’ll cheers to that!

Overlooking out onto the Brisbane River, one of the city’s five-star hotels, the Pullman Brisbane King George Square, will be hosting an irresistible Christmas Day seafood buffet lunch. Starting at midday, the Pullman will be pulling off a prancing selection of festive worthy delights for the whole family. Think live entertainment, a visit from Santa, a three-hour beverage package, hot and cold dishes, plus a special visit from Santa too. Housed inside the Presidential Ballroom, prices start at $119 for children and $319 for adults.