Here’s a look at Christmas Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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.
Pelican Grand
Celebrate Christmas Day at Pelican Grand Beach Resort and toast to good cheer with a special oceanfront buffet overlooking the Atlantic from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. The seasonal buffet features a variety of favorite holiday dishes, including soup, salad, antipasto, seafood, carving board items, pasta, classic sides, and festive desserts to satisfy the whole family’s cravings. The cost is $115++ per adult, $55++ per child (ages 5-12), and complimentary for children 4 and under.
Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery
Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery is offering a 4-course Christmas Day dinner on December 25. Reservations are available from 1 pm to 9 pm. Priced at $69 for adults and $34.50 for children 12 and under.
Point Royal
Point Royal (Hollywood) is offering a Christmas brunch on December 25. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 3 pm. Priced at $85 for adults, $25 for children 5-12 and free for children 4 and under.
Anthony’s Clam House
Anthony’s Clam House is open for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 11 am to 7 pm.
Chanson at Royal Blues Hotel
Chanson at Royal Blues Hotel (Deerfield Beach) is offering The Blue Eve menu on Christmas Eve December 24. The prix-fixe menu is priced at $95 per person, optional wine pairings are priced at $75 per person.
They are also serving A Very Deerfield Christmas menu on December 25. The menu will be a la carte and will feature a full scope of holiday favorites and creative cuisine.
Dal Contadino Trattoria
Dal Contadino Trattoria is offering a special Christmas menu on December 24. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 10:30 pm.
They are also offering a holiday menu for Christmas Day lunch and dinner on December 25. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 9:30 pm.
Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale
Celebrate the festive season at Evelyn’s Fort Lauderdale, where coastal Floridian cuisine meets eastern Mediterranean flavours.
Gather for the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah December 7 through 15, 2023 and celebrate the Festival of Lights with a menorah blessing and lighting ceremony, Hanukkah treats at sundown, and delicious á la carte specials in Evelyn’s such as potato latkes, red wine and pomegranate braised brisket tagine, and spiced cranberry jelly donuts.
On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, enjoy decadent three-course dinners with traditional festive favourites, including a showstopping baked flambé dessert with passionfruit-apricot sorbet, flourless chocolate genoise and meringue.
Ease into the joy of Christmas morning with brunch and live music in Evelyn’s and coastal views of Fort Lauderdale Beach. There will be a special chef’s tasting menu, cocktails, and of course, champagne alongside decadent chocolate Yule-log tableside desserts and a date ma’amoul pistachio bird’s nest served beautifully on a glistening mignardise silver stand.
Burlock Coast at The Ritz-Carlton
Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits, the renowned waterfront restaurant nestled within The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale, is inviting guests to celebrate Christmas Eve with a three-course meal. Dinner will be served on Sunday, December 24th from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Priced at $65++ per person, the menu highlights a delicious Pan Roasted Local Fish served with a creamy crab sauce, herb roasted potatoes and green beans. Reservations are required by calling 954-302-6430 or by email at [email protected].
Celebrate Christmas Day at Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits. Located at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale, this Lauderdale staple is bringing the Christmas spirit with a festive feast. Priced at $85++ per adult and $49++ for children (5-12), the menu includes Creamy Mushroom Soup, Slow Cooked Prime Rib and Peppermint Pot de Créme. Reserve a spot for the dinner served from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Gary Rack’s Farmhouse Kitchen
Gary Rack’s Farmhouse Kitchen (Boca Raton) will be open on December 24. The farm-to-table, food-forward concept with two locations – Boca Raton and Delray Beach – will offer their regular menus for guests looking to enjoy a meal on Christmas Eve without the hassle of cooking. The Delray location will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Boca location will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Gary Rack’s Farmhouse Kitchen is getting festive this Christmas Day with delicious specials full of flavor! Some of the specials include Citrus Burrata with shaved fennel and a pine nut vinaigrette; Surf & Turf with braised short rib, lobster mac & cheese, spinach and red wine; and Turkey & Waffles with stuffing spiced waffle, Waldorf coleslaw and cranberry. The Boca location will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Delray location will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Bar Louie
Bar Louie is celebrating Christmas Eve with a Sunday brunch filled with $3 bubbly mimosas, $15 pitchers and an array of breakfast choices like the Double B&E Sandwich and Avocado Toast to help fuel your last-minute holiday shopping. Prices and participation vary by location, please check your local Bar Louie for details.
Stop by Bar Louie on Christmas Day to enjoy a host of food and drink specials. The late-night concept features an array of elevated entrees including Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Steak Frites, Monterey Chicken and more. With the purchase of a bar bite and two main plate entrees, dine-in guests will receive a complimentary bottle of wine this Christmas. Bar Louie’s regular menu will also be available on Christmas day during normal service hours, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Offer available at participating locations for dine-in only.
Evelyn’s – Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale
Evelyn’s – Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale is hosting a holiday brunch for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Priced at $145 per person.
Riva – Marriott Harbor Beach Resort and Spa
Riva at Marriott Harbor Beach Resort and Spa is serving a Christmas Dinner buffet on December 25 from 5pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $64 per person and $22 for children 5-12. Highlighted dishes include winter squash bisque with spiced pecans; locally caught grouper with lobster cream sauce and braised fennel; herb marinated chicken breast with rosemary polenta, caramelized onions, and pan jus; and side dishes like roasted winter vegetables and brown butter whipped potatoes. A carving station offering peppercorn crusted prime rib and house rolled porchetta will also be available, along with a decadent dessert bar featuring peppermint bark, red velvet cake, eggnog and black forest shooters, a yule log, and more.
Chez Marie French Bistro
Chez Marie French Bistro (Boca Raton) is offering a festive 3-course menu from $69 per person on December 25. Choose from great classics like Escargots, French Onion Soup, Salmon Gravlax, Truffle Mousse Pâté & Citrus Goat Cheese Salad, or indulge w/ Fresh Seared Foie Gras (add $10) to start ; Truffled Chicken Breast, Duck a l’Orange au Grand Marnier, Duck Magret (add $5), Beef Filet Mignon (add $10), Rack of Lamb (add S15), Salmon or Sea Scallops (add $7) for Entree and top your dinner off with Grand Marnier Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate or Lemon Tart, Tiramisu au Whiskey Cup or Lavender Creme Brulee. $25 kids menu available.
Olive and Sea
Olive and Sea is serving a 5-course prix-fixe menu on December 25. Reservations are available from 3 pm to 9:30 pm. Priced at $145 per person. Courses includes Mezzes, Choice of a Poached Pear Salad or Artichoke & Cauliflower Soup, Starters that are a choice of our tasty Wahoo Crudo or Falafel bites, Main course choices include Sumac crusted Beef Tenderloin or a Zaatar crusted Wild halibut and finished with our Olive & Sea Apple Strudel.
The Melting Pot – Boca Raton
The Melting Pot (Boca Raton) is serving a 4-course dinner on December 24 from 3 pm to 9 pm. avory Cheese Fondues, Fresh Salads, Premium Entrée Selections and Decadent Chocolate Fondue. Pricing: Adults $55.00 per person. Kids 14 and under $35.00.
Abe & Louie’s – Boca Raton
Abe & Louie’s (Boca Raton) is serving a festive menu on Christmas Eve on December 24. Reservations are available from 3 pm to 8:30 pm.
- Abe’s Surf & Turf – filet mignon, caribbean lobster tail, wild mushroom bread pudding, fire-roasted tomato demi-glace
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake – butter cake, vanilla ice cream
Cracker Barrel
Take the hassle out of holiday entertaining with Cracker Barrel. Check out some of their offerings or find our more here.
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).
B Ocean Resort
The special Christmas Eve dinner at Naked Crab at B Ocean Resort, available on December 24, features menu highlights such as Crusted Pistachio Lamb Loin with pickled berries, Japanese eggplant yakitori and house-made mint jelly, as well as Roasted Herbs de Provence Sasso Chicken complemented by vanilla chantarelles, braised cabbage and Albufeira sauce. A special menu for kids is also available including a petite filet served with mashed potatoes and green beans. Adults can enjoy the Christmas Eve menu for $75++ per person and children under 12 for $45++ per person.
The signature Mermaids & Mimosas Brunch at B Ocean Resort’s renowned Wreck Bar on Sunday, December 24, will feature a special Christmas Eve brunch menu including the “B” Benedictine with poached farm eggs, prosciutto di parma and herb hollandaise and Egg White Frittata with asparagus, spinach, kale and pomodoro coulis. Dive into a delicious meal or delightful conversation as flashes of colorful mermaid tails pass by in the restaurant’s portholes and windows. The price of admission is $70++ per adult or $40++ for kids under 12. Prices include bottomless mimosas for those 21 years or older.
After unwrapping presents and enjoying their Christmas morning traditions, families and friends are invited to a Spanish-style soiree as B Ocean Resort holds Christmas by The Pool: A Paella Experience. On Monday, December 25, locals can visit the Salty Siren – the resort’s outdoor poolside bar – to enjoy a seafood paella station, fried sweet plantains and tomato gazpacho. After a satisfying meal, guests can kick back and relax at the beachfront infinity-edge pool overlooking stunning views of the resort’s private stretch of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Prices are $29 per person, taxes and gratuities included.
DIY Christmas Fort Lauderdale 2023 Meal Ideas
Whole Foods
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Check back later as more offerings are added.