Christmas Miami 2023: Dinner, Turkey to Go, Restaurants

Here’s a look at Christmas Miami 2023 featuring special offerings by restaurants and local businesses.

Christmas Eve is Sunday, December 24 and Christmas Day is Monday, December 25.

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Christmas Miami 2023: Dinner, Turkey to Go, Restaurants

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.

Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina – Miami

Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina is offering a prix-fixe Christmas menu on Christmas Eve December 24 and Christmas Day December 25.  Reservations are available from 6 pm to 9:30 pm.  Priced at $180 per person.

Americana Kitchen at Loews Coral Gables Hotel

Gather together with loved ones and enjoy a festive Christmas Day brunch at Americana Kitchen. Savor an expansive buffet featuring delicious holiday staples, creative twists on brunch classics and more. Monday, December 25th from 12-5pm. $115++ for adults, $45 kids ages 6 and older, free for kids 5 and under

• Americana Kitchen Signature Breakfast Items
• Liege Waffle Bar
• Omelet Station
• Parfaits Station
• Norwegian Smoked Salmon Bar
• Raw and Chilled Seafood Bar
• Domestic Cheese and Charcuterie Display
• Salad Station
• Carving Station
• Entrée Station
• Dessert Display
• Kids’ Corner

Enhance your holiday brunch experience with by the glass of bottomless cocktail options including mimosas, bellinis and bloody mary’s. $15 by the glass. $26 bottomless.

Carbone Miami

Christmas Carbone-style means Spicy Rigatoni, Roasted Veal Rack with Perigord Jus, and a very fine traditional Panettone. Priced at $225 per person.

• Caesar alla ZZ, Carpaccio Piemontese, Burrata & Caviar
• Spicy Rigatoni Vodka, Ricotta & Spinach Manicotti
• Shrimp Piccata, Roasted Veal Rack with Perigord Jus
• Grilled Broccolini, Potatoes Louie
• Panettone, Lemon Cheesecake, Assorted Cookies

Atlantikós

Atlantikós (Bal Harbour) is offering Christmas Eve Dinner (priced at $95 person). Join them for a unique selection of Mediterranean Christmas-inspired dishes. The elevated expression of Miami’s glamour, takes a spin-off from tradition, transporting you to the most exciting part of this aromatic celebration- the cuisine.

They are also offering an exquisite and dazzling Christmas Day brunch buffet specially Indulge in an array of seasonal favorites put together by our talented culinary team. Priced at $135 per person and $65 per child..

Four Seasons Hotel Miami

Edge Brasserie and Cocktail bar is offering a Christmas Eve prix-fixe dinner including a richly flavourful terrine of duck and foie gras served with Maduro marmelada and roasted hazelnuts. Priced at $145 ($195 with wine pairings).

On Christmas Day, a “Cornucopia” brunch awaits, alongside seasonal creations showcasing quintessential holiday flavours such as salmon baked in puff pastry with scallops and truffles, sweet potato and chestnut tart, and a chocolate Bûche de Noël, followed by a surprise appearance by Santa himself. Priced at $165 person, $245 including beverages.

Jaya at the Setai

Jaya at the Setai is serving their Christmas Eve brunch on December 24.  The menu includes elevated breakfast classics alongside seafood and meats grilled to order, Asian dishes, sushi, and more. Sweet endings include a stunning selection of desserts and fresh crêpes with all the trimmings.  Reservations are available from 11:30 am to 3 pm.  Priced at $125 per person.

The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami

The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami is bringing the Christmas cheer on Sunday, December 17 with a North Pole Breakfast. Guests are welcome to enjoy breakfast favorites, visit Santa’s Wish List Station, hear tales from the North Pole, create Elf Arts-n-Crafts, and much more. Breakfast highlights include an artisanal doughnut wall, fresh baked holiday pastries and a hot chocolate bar. The North Pole Breakfast experience is priced at $80++ per adult and $60++ per child (5-12). Breakfast begins at 9 a.m. Reservations required by calling 305-644-4675 or by email at [email protected].

Isabelle’s – located within Miami’s beloved Coconut Grove neighborhood at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami – is welcoming guests for a Christmas Day Brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Priced at $110++ per adult and $65++ per child (5-12), station highlights include an assortment of freshly baked delights, eggs and omelet station, hot cocoa bar, and seafood raw bar. Guests can also enjoy traditional and gingerbread pancakes and Five Peppercorn Rubbed Rib Eye with roasted brussels sprouts and pancetta. 

Cafe La Trova

Celebrate Noche Buena at one of the World’s 50 Best Bars, Cafe La Trova, on Sunday December 24. Guests will be treated to a special family-style, three-course menu ($95 pp) featuring contemporary Latin and Cuban-style dishes. The dining experience includes all dishes listed per course, served family-style for the whole table to enjoy. An a la carte menu will not be available. Children 12 and under are $30 per person.

COTE Miami

Celebrate Christmas Eve at MICHELIN-starred COTE Miami and indulge in their Feast of Seven Steaks ($225 pp++), a thoughtfully priced offering that provides guests with a tour of COTE’s finest plates featuring seven selected cuts of COTE’s most notable Filet Mignon, Skirt Steak, Lamb Chop, 45+Days Dry Aged Ribeye, American Wagyu COTE Steak, Japanese A5 Ribeye from Miyazaki Prefecture and Galbi.  Accompaniments include Gogi Cha “Butcher’s Tea” – consomme from American wagyu brisket; Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Truffle Butter; Ban Chan, Janchi Somyun, Korean angel hair with piping hot clear anchovy consommé; and fluffy Savory Egg Soufflé.  COTE’s decadent Soft Serve ice cream topped with soy sauce caramel and a selection of seasonal fruit will leave your meal complete! 

Fiola Miami

Indulge in the joy of the season as Fiola Miami (Coral Gables) presents “12 Days of Christmas”. From December 14 through December 25, join the award-winning Italian restaurant for a culinary celebration like no other. Fiola Miami is inviting guests to delight in festive offerings that capture the spirit of the holidays. Highlights include dishes like Stuffed Calamari & Bucatini and Prime Delmonico Steak Wellington; cocktails such as the Winter’s Bliss, Hibiscus infused Bombay Sapphire, All-Spice Dram Sparkling Wine, Lemon; and decadent desserts including the Bombolini, Ricotta Donuts, Apple Cider and Caramel Budino Fior di Latte Froth, Spiced Sugar.  The restaurant’s signature a la carte will also be available.

FOX’S LOUNGE

Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit as Fox’s Lounge transforms into a winter wonderland from December 1st to the 31st. The entire space will be adorned with Christmas lights, a Christmas tree, festive garland, and a radiant menorah, creating a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere. Throughout the month, patrons can enjoy a specially curated holiday-themed menu featuring seasonal cocktails. The ambiance will be accompanied by a cheery holiday playlist, setting the perfect backdrop for the festivities. 

Join in the merriment on Tuesday, December 19th for a Holiday-themed Trivia Night and on Thursday, December 21st, for Holiday-themed Yacht Rock, where the DJ will be rocking the boat in a Santa Claus costume. Wear your ugliest Christmas sweater on any visit and receive a free beer as a token of holiday cheer. 

For those looking to indulge, savor the Christmas Eve three-course prix-fixe dinner available on December 23rd and 24th. Priced at $65 per person, highlights include Spicy Deviled Eggs, Glazed Ham with Tropical Sauce and Au Gratin Potato, and a decadent White Chocolate Coquito Mouse. The signature a la carte menu will also be available. A Prime Rib special with holiday sides will be offered every Thursday through Saturday. Fox’s Lounge will open regular hours from 4pm to 2am, and from 4pm to 10pm on Christmas Eve. 

Please note that Fox’s Lounge will be closed on Christmas Day

Joliet Miami Beach

Celebrate the holiday season at Joliet, the beloved seafood bistro nestled in Miami’s South Beach. On Saturday, December 23rd, Joliet invites you to soak up the festive atmosphere with “Christmas by the Pool.” Revel in delicious  Holiday Pig Roast set against the backdrop of the shimmering pool, complemented by an oyster shucking station and a tempting array of holiday cocktails. Sponsored by Jameson and Perrier Jouët, this event promises a taste of luxury and merriment. A lively DJ will provide the soundtrack to the evening, making it a celebration to remember. Priced at $65 , tickets are available through Resy. If you prefer the classic ambiance indoors, the regular menu will still be offered. 

The holiday spirit will come alive at Joliet starting December 11th with enchanting lights, festive garlands, a Christmas tree, and a menorah, ensuring a truly magical atmosphere for all who gather to share in the joy of the season. Christmas by the Pool and regular dinner will take place on Saturday, December 23 from 5pm to 11pm. 

La Mar by Gastón Acurio at the Mandarin Oriental

La Mar by Gastón Acurio is hosting a very special Christmas Eve dinner experience offering traditional Peruvian-inspired holiday cuisine by Executive Chef Diego Oka at $240 per person (21+) and $145 per person (ages 7-20). As part of the gastronomical journey, guests are invited to indulge in a delicious family-style pork feast and a lavish buffet featuring various grilled favorites, including Anticucho de Corazón, Anticucho de Pollo, and Anticucho de Camarón, alongside live station of seafood rice and scallops. Additional items include La Mar’s signature Whole Fish Nikkei, Ají de Gallina Empanadas, Papas y Choclo, Quinoa Salad, Pasta Salad and more. Guests are also welcome to sip on an array of cocktails served alongside stunning views of Biscayne Bay and the city’s skyline.

Lightkeepers – The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne

Lightkeepers – The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami’s oceanfront restaurant – is offering a Christmas Day Feast from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Priced at $185++ per adult and $69++ per child, diners are welcome to enjoy caviar, a sushi and chilled seafood spread, carving stations, a children’s buffet, and a selection of sweet treats. For guests looking for a little extra cheer, they can choose to purchase the beverage package for $39++ which includes wine, beer and sparkling wine.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille

Perry’s Steakhouse is offering a 3-course prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. starting at $69 per person when you dine at 5:30 p.m. or earlier and $79 per person after 5:45 p.m.  Selection includes:

Soup/Salad:

• Lobster Bisque, French Onion Soup, White Bean Pork Chili 
• Signature Wedge, Caesar Salad, Field Green, Pear & Candied Pecan Salad

Entrée:

• 8 oz. Filet Perry, Perry’s Pork Chop, Chargrilled Salmon, Cedar Plank-Fired Redfish, Chicken Oscar, Spaghetti Squash Primavera
• ADD $16: 14 oz. Prime NYS
• ADD $20: 14 oz. Prime Ribeye
• ADD $20: 16 oz. Caramelized Prime Rib

Dessert: Pumpkin Cheesecake, Dessert Trio, or Chocolate Crunch Tower

The same menu is also available To-Go on Christmas Eve from 3 pm to 9:30 pm.  Priced at $69 per person.  

Feast at home this Christmas with the Holiday Feast for 4 To-Go available Dec. 23-24 from 11 am to 9:30 pm.  Priced at $165 per package.  Selection includes:

Entrée:

• 3 lb. Prime Rib with Au Jus  $165
• Family-Portion Soup or Salad: Seafood Tomato Bisque or Caesar Salad
• Family-Style Side (choose two)
  • Three-cheese mac & Cheese, Whipped Potatoes, Thick-Cut Chargrilled Vegetables, Au Gratin Potatoes, Creamed Spinach

Pickup Temps

• Available Heat & Eat at Home (COLD) Friday & Saturday
• Available Ready to Serve (HOT) Friday (Christmas Eve)

Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe is offering a special 3-course meal for the month of December.  PRiced at $48.95 per person.

Salad choice of

• Caesar Salad
• Blue Cheese Chopped Salad

Main course choice of

• Full baby back ribs
• Mushroom swiss burger
• Grilled bruschetta chicken
• Surf & turf burger
• Grilled salmon
• Original legendary burger
• New York marinated strip steak with marinated mushrooms
• The impossible burger

Dessert

• Caramel apple cheesesteak

EDGE Miami Brasserie & Cocktail Bar

EDGE Miami Brasserie & Cocktail Bar is offering a Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner on December 24 and 25.  The 4-course prix-fixe menu is priced at $145 per person.

They are also offering a Christmas Day brunch priced at $145 per person.

Sérêvène

Sérêvène (Miami Beach) at Hotel Greystone is celebrating Christmas with a special menu on December 23, 24, and 25.  The 4-course prix-fixe menu is priced at $98 per person.  Wine pairings are available for $49.  Black truffle upgrade is priced at $49 per person.

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon is hosting a Christmas Eve 6-course tasting menu.  Priced at $305 per person.  Reservation deposits are priced at $100 per person.

The Den

The Den is offering a Christmas Eve Omakase Experience.  Priced at $300 per person.  Menu includes 20 course omakase (including 10 pieces of sushi). No a la carte options. The Den has set seating times (open Tuesday-Saturday). All guests must consume raw fish. Dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated.

Toscana Divino

Celebrate Christmas eve and Christmas day with a unique celebratory feast that highlights the best of their Tuscan heritage, with the Miami twist.  Toscana Divino’s special a la carte Christmas menu features Italian inspired delicacies like zuppetta, tortellini, prime rib, panettone to put it all together, and much more!

Villa Azur

Villa Azur (Miami Beach) is serving a special menu on Christmas Eve.  A la carte menu available along with tantalizing Chef’s specials to tease your taste buds to make your Christmas Eve at Villa Azur an unforgettable experience. Pair your meal with a selection of fine wines or signature cocktails, adding a touch of sophistication to the evening.

Santa Diabla

Santa Diabla (Miami Lakes) is hosting a special Christmas Pop-up on select days in December.  Reservations are priced at $25 per person.

The Surf Club Restaurant

The Surf Club Restaurant (Surfside) is celebrating Christmas Eve with an Italian-American tradition featuring Hiramasa Crudo, Maine Bouchot Mussels, Braised Monkfish Tail and more cherished treasures of the sea.  Priced at $355 per person.

Gala Restaurant & the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida Nutcracker Brunch

Gala Restaurant & the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida Nutcracker Brunch are hosting a Nutcracker Brunch featuring a special 3-course menu inspired by the theatre, including Clara’s Ballet Salad, Nutcracker Benedict, Sugar Plum Pancakes, Arabian Coffee-Rubbed Steak, Tchaikovsky’s Torte, and much more.  Reservations are available on December 3 and 10.  Priced at $65 per guest and $35 per child.  $20 Bottomless Mimosa and Bloody Mary Options

Meet and greet the dancers, and photo opportunities will be available.

Winston’s on the Beach

Winston’s on the Beach (Surfside) is serving a shared-style Christmas Eve dinner on December 24 from 6 pm to 10 pm.  Offerings will include a carving station with whole fish and BBQ.

Red Rooster Overtown

Red Rooster is serving a prix-fixe menu on December 25 from 4 pm to 10 pm.  Priced at $75 for adults and $20 for children under 12.

Artisan Beach House at The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour

Artisan Beach House at The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour is open for service on Christmas Day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  

Breakfast is from 7 am to 11 am with their a la carte menu.

Lunch buffet is from 11 am to 4 pm and priced at $195 per person.  Featuring snow Crab Claws, around the world ceviche’s and Roasted Prime Rib. A grand dessert with the option of Winter Spiced Cheesecake Trifle will enhance your palate. Bring the children along to enjoy the “Ritz Kids” menu.

Dinner is from 5 pm to 10 pm with their a la carte menu.

Mareva 1939 at National Hotel Miami Beach

Mareva 1939 (Miami Beach) is serving a Christmas Eve dinner on December 24.  Priced at $120.65 per person.  Reservations are from 5 pm to 10:30 pm.

Le Jardinier

Le Jardinier is serving a 4-course tasting menu for Christmas Eve on December 24.  Priced at $135 per person.  Reservations are available from 12 pm to 5 pm.  Menu:

• Amuse juice
• First course: Salmon gravlax, fennel-apple relish, eggs mimosa (add 8g kaluga caviar $40)
• Second course: Porcini risotto, herb butter, rosemary jus (add 5g black winter truffle $55)
• Main course: Wagyu bavete au jus, artichoke hearts, mushroom, Shallot
• Dessert: Bûche de noël, chocolate semifreddo, hazelnut crunch, milk “snow”

Amara at Paraiso

Amara at Paraiso is serving a Christmas Eve dinner on December 24.  Enjoy live Cuban Jazz Band, sizzling live fire cooking with the Caja China, and dive into exclusive a la carte Nochebuena specials.  Reservations are available from 5 pm to 9:30 pm.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille (Coral Gables) is offering their Christmas Menu for dine-in and to-go.

• Dine-In: Exclusively available on Christmas Eve, guests who chose to dine-in can enjoy a 3-course prix-fixe menu starting at $69 per person before 5:30 p.m. and $79 until close. Reservations are limited, and you never know, Santa might stop by!
• To-Go: For those who opt to feast at home, guests can choose from a family-sized soup or salad, two family-style sides, and a 3 lb. Prime Rib topped with Au Jus, all for $165. Online ordering will be available starting on Nov. 25.

Gold Coast Kitchen + Cocktails at Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay

Gold Coast Kitchen + Cocktails is offering a 3-course prix-fixe menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner.  Priced at $75 per person.  Reservations are available from 5 pm to 11 pm.  Reservations can be made by calling (305) 536-6414 or by emailing [email protected].  Featuring starters such as Crab and Corn Bisque, Winter Greens Salad with port poached figs and sweet spicy pecans with a green apple vinaigrette; and entrees like Tripletail with Saffron Fettuccini, Cornish Hen with roasted beets and chestnut gravy, or Lamb Loin with spaghetti squash, rosemary potatoes and a mint chimichurri. The dessert course offers Eggnog Crème Brulé with sugared raspberries, or White Chocolate Cheesecake with a cranberry candied ginger compote.

Cracker Barrel

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Holiday Ham Heat n’ Serve Feast

Serves 8-10 people and goes from your oven to table in two hours. Includes a whole Sugar Cured Ham, Cornbread Dressing, Roasted Gravy, Cranberry Relish, Macaroni n’ Cheese, choice of two Country Sides, Sweet Yeast Rolls, Apple Streusel Pie and Pecan Pie. Serve within 72 hours after pickup. Pre-order and receive a FREE $10 bonus card when you schedule your pickup for 12/22 or 12/23.

Holiday Ham Heat n’ Serve Family Dinner

Serves 4-6 and goes from your oven to table in two hours. Includes a whole Sugar Cured Ham, Cornbread Dressing, Roasted Gravy, Cranberry Relish, Macaroni n’ Cheese, choice of Country Side and Sweet Yeast Rolls. Use within 72 hours after pickup. Pre-order and receive a FREE $5 bonus card when you schedule your pickup for 12/22 or 12/23.

Prime Rib Heat n’ Serve Family Dinner

Serves 4-6 people and goes from your oven to table in three hours. Prime Rib plus au jus and horseradish, Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Gravy, choice of two Country Sides and Sweet Yeast Rolls. Serve within 72 hours after pickup. Pre-order and receive a FREE $5 bonus card when you schedule your pickup for 12/22 or 12/23.

The Fresh Market

The Fresh Market is making prepping for the holidays easier than ever this year, with the specialty food retailer’s prepared holiday meals available now for pre-order, a special holiday print edition of The Fresh Market Magazine, and a holiday-themed shoppable livestream featuring brand ambassador, Chef Anna Rossi.

Whether it’s a festive feast with family and friends or a small gathering, The Fresh Market offers everything guests need to create memorable and delicious meals. To make holiday shopping even more convenient, The Fresh Market also offers curbside pickup services, along with delivery from Instacart, DoorDash, and UberEats. Guests now pre-order their holiday meals online:

• Ultimate Holiday Meal – Serves 12-14. $199.99 (less than $15 per person). Members of The Ultimate Loyalty Experience save $10 at the register!
• Traditional Holiday Meal – Serves 8-10. $99.99 (Starting at $10 per person).
• Essential Ham Meal – Serves 3-5. $74.99 (Starting at $14 per person).
• Essential Holiday Meal – Serves 3-5. $74.99 (Starting at $15 per person).
• Holiday Ham Meal – Serves 8-10. $99.99 (Starting at $10 per person).
• NEW! Holiday Turkey Market Meal Kit for 2. Perfect for those having a small celebration. $19.99 ($10 per person). Includes: Turkey Breast Medallions, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Wild Rice Pilaf, Peppercorn Gravy, Green Beans, Seasoning and Olive Oil. Available for ordering in advance or pickup in the Meal Solutions case.
• Prime Rib Meal– Serves 2. $49.99 ($25 per person).
• Oven-Ready Low Country Boil – Serves 2. $29.99 ($14.99 per person).
• Holiday Brunch – Serves 4. $19.99 ($5 per person).

A-la-carte, show stopping standing rib roast, whole beef tenderloin, turkey, ham and sides are also available for ordering in advance. Online ordering is available now through Dec 21 at 2pm EST. Guests are invited to pick up their meals in-store Dec 21-24, 2023. As a bonus, The Fresh Market’s 2023 Holiday Meals will come in free reusable thermal boxes (while supplies last). 

DIY Christmas Miami 2023 Meal Ideas

Whole Foods

Whole Foods offers a variety of Christmas Feasts, Prime Rib Dinners, Beef Wellington Dinners, sides, sauces and more. You will need to select for the specific location to find out the offerings.

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Gift Ideas

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Check back later as more offerings are added.

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