Looking for ways to celebrate Christmas in New Orleans this year? This post covers Christmas New Orleans 2022 including where to go for Christmas dinner in New Orleans, where to get turkey to go as well as features for brunch, lunch and takeout by local restaurants and businesses.
Christmas Eve this year is Saturday, December 24, 2022. Christmas Day is Sunday, December 25, 2022.
Christmas celebrations can take on different forms from traditional, fusion to modern. Please use this list as an inspiration for ideas on how to put together your own Christmas celebration.
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This list is not exhaustive and is updated as information becomes available. I try to feature as much as I can but certainly this is not all that is out there. If your favorite restaurant is not on the list, contact them to see what they are offering.
Christmas in New Orleans 2022: Dinner, Turkey To Go, Brunch, Restaurants
Commons Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Commons Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans is offering a Christmas Eve dinner menu on December 24. Featuring an a la carte menu with holiday-inspired specials.
They are also offering a Naughty / Nice Holiday Burlesque Brunch. Trixie Minx & krewe are joining them for a special Holiday burlesque brunch in Commons Club at 10:30am and 1pm on Sunday, December 11.
Brunch will be a 2-course prix-fixe menu with options at $40 per person (tax and a 20% gratuity will be applied at check-out). Show times start promptly at 10:30am and 1pm, and your table is reserved for an hour and a half. Festive costumes and outfits encouraged.
M bistro
M bistro is offering a Christmas Eve 4-course dinner from 6 pm – 9 pm. Priced at $115 per person. Petit Gourmand $45 (12 & under) exclusive of 10.45% tax and 22% gratuity.
They are also offering a Christmas Day 4-course menu from 11:30 am – 6 pm. Priced at $115 per person and Petit Gourmand $45 (12 & under). All prices are exclusive of 10.45% tax and 22% gratuity. Featuring a seafood starter, dessert station, unlimited champagne and live entertainment.
Jack Rose – New Orleans
Jack Rose – New Orleans is offering a Christmas Day 4-course prix-fixe menu on December 25. Pricing varies depending on choice of entree ($64-$70 per person) for four courses. Wine Pairings will be available for an additional amount.
Ristorante Filippo
Ristorante Filippo is offering a holiday menu from December 24 – December 31. Priced at $60+ per person depending on choice of entree. Choice of Soup or Salad, Entrée, and dessert.
Gianna
Chef de Cuisine Jared Heider of Gianna is offering the traditional Italian-American Holiday dinner, known as the “Feast of the Seven Fishes,” for two nights only – Wednesday, December 14 at 7 pm and Wednesday, December 21 at 7 pm. A limited number of tickets are available for $120 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Chef Jared’s Feast of the Seven Fishes menu is available as a communal, family-style dinner. The price includes featured table wines to complement the menu.
Criollo at Hotel Monteleone
Criollo at Hotel Monteleone is offering a 4 course Réveillon Dinner priced at $95 per person for the month of December.
The Fresh Market
The Fresh Market’s fully prepared Holiday Meals are a great option for a stress-free holiday for everyone – whether it’s serving a few guests or a full house! All of the meals come in free reusable thermal boxes for easy transport after pickup. The retailer also has a variety of à la carte mains sides and desserts.
Meal options include:
- Ultimate Holiday Meal: $179.99; starting at less than $13 per person; serves 12-14.
- Traditional Holiday Meal: $99.99; starting at $10 per person; serves 8-10. Guests can register for the Ultimate Loyalty Experience online or in store and save $10 off this meal! It only takes 30 seconds to Sign Up and Save.
- Essential Holiday Meal: $69.99; starting at $14 per person; serves 3-5.
- Essential Ham Meal: $69.99; starting at $14 per person; serves 3-5.
- Prime Rib Meal: $49.99; $25 per person; serves 2.
- Holiday Ham Meal: $99.99; starting at $10 per person; serves 8-10.
Online ordering available November 25-December 21 by 2pm ET. In-store ordering available November 25 – December 18. Pickup in store from December 21-24.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Ruth’s Chris Steak House is open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. ‘Tis the season to celebrate at Ruth’s with sizzling steak, delectable desserts and warm hospitality. Treat yourself to your steak house favorites or indulge in the prix fixe Ruth’s Classics menu. Check your local restaurant to confirm hours and offerings.
Gathering at home? Elevate your holiday celebration with our seasonal takeout options, including signature sides and a festive family-sized feast. Available 12/5 – 12/23 from 4pm – 6pm daily. 48 hour advanced notice required for all orders.
For a limited time, receive a $40 Digital Bonus Card when you purchase $200 in gift cards available through 12/31/22 on digital or physical card purchases. All $200 must be purchased in a single transaction to qualify for the Digital Bonus Card. Digital Bonus Cards will be valid for redemption 1/1/2023 – 3/31/2023.
The Honey Baked Company
The Honey Baked Company offers a variety of holiday meals including:
- Honey Baked Ham & Turkey Feast
- Boneless Ham & Turkey Feast
- Quarter Ham Meal
- Turkey Dinner Sides
- Boneless Ham & Turkey Duo
- Six Sides Sampler
The 9 lb Honey Baked Ham & Turkey Feast includes a Bone-in Half Ham and Turkey Breast – both topped with our signature sweet & crunchy glaze. Meal also includes your choice of four of frozen Heat & Serve Side Dishes. Serves 12-16.
All meal offerings above are available to purchase at your nearest HoneyBaked location or visit honeybaked.com to buy online and pick up in store.
3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar
3rd Block Depot Kitchen + Bar is offering Christmas Day 4-course menu. Priced at $90 per person. Wine Pairing for an additional $30.
Court of Two Sisters
Court of Two Sisters is offering Brunch with Santaon December 19 – 22. Priced at $15+ per person.
Jazz Brunch with Santa includes
– Live Holiday Jazz
– Brunch Buffet
– Visit with Santa
– A gift for every child (naughty or nice!)
Faubourg Brewery
Faubourg Brewery is offering a Christmas Movie on the lawn event on December 17 starting at 6 pm. Priced at $50 per table for 6, also include 6 Faubourg lagers.
Seating for 2 is also available at their Christmas Movie event on December 17. Priced at $20 couple, also include 2 Faubour lagers.
The movie for December 17 showing is Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
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