Looking for ways to celebrate Christmas in Austin this year? This post covers Christmas Austin 2021 including where to go for Christmas dinner in Austin TX, 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 Friday, December 24, 2021. Christmas Day is Saturday, December 25, 2021.
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.
This list is updated as information becomes available.
Please reach out to me [email protected] or @foodgressing on social media if you are a restaurant that wants to be featured. Provide all the details of your holiday offering in your message.
This list is not exhaustive. If your favorite restaurant is not on the list, contact them to see what they are offering.
Christmas in Austin 2021
Fairmont Austin
Experience festivities galore at Fairmont Austin, including the hotel’s lively new holiday light show on the 7th floor complete with hot cocoa and cabana views, get decked out to luxuriate in the Champagne & Caviar pop-up lounge in Room 725, take an adult gingerbread house workshop or make a stay of it in a Santa Suite.
acre 41
acre 41 is offering a Christmas menu on December 24 and December 25 (served in addition to a limited a la carte dinner menu). Priced at $39 per person.
- Prime Rib, creamed spinach, roasted carrot, potato mousseline
- Special Christmas Desserts
They are also open on Christmas Eve 7am – 10pm, serving an American contemporary breakfast from 7am – 11am, lunch from 11am – 2pm. On Christmas Day, they are offering also breakfast from 7am – 11am
Barlata
Barlata is taking reservations for Christmas Eve.
Quattro Gatti Ristorante e Pizzeria
Quattro Gatti Ristorante e Pizzeria is offering a Traditional Italian Feast of the 7 Fishes. A la carte seafood offerings include Whole Branzino, Baccala, Fried Calamari, Mussels Marinara, Anchovies, Salmone, Linguine Pescatore & more. Regular menu & other authentic Italian specialties will also be available. Bring your family and friends and begin a new Christmas Tradition. Reservations recommended for the cozy dining room or outside heated patio.
House Wine
House Wine is taking reservations for Christmas Eve.
Texas AVA
Texas AVA is taking reservations for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Tare
Tare is offering an omakase to go on December 24 and 25. Select the Nama or Kappo omakase experience for parties of 2-15. Minimum 2 people per order.
Nama ($250): 17-course chef’s tasting menu composed of nigiri and a mix of crudos
Kappo ($300): 21-course chef’s tasting menu composed of nigiri and dishes featuring our Kappo cuisine; raw, steamed, boiled, fried, and grilled
VETTED Kitchens
VETTED Kitchens is offering to go meals available for pickup on December 24 and 25.
Red Ash Italia
Red Ash Italia is taking preorders of their a la carte menu on Christmas Eve.
Roaring Fork – Stonelake
Roaring Fork – Stonelake is taking preorders of their a la carte menu on Christmas Eve.
Roaring Fork – Downtown Austin
Roaring Fork – Downtown Austin is taking preorders of their a la carte menu on Christmas Eve.
Corner
Corner is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Comedor
Comedor is taking reservations for December 24.
The Well
The Well is taking reservations for December 24.
Pelons Tex Mex
Pelons Tex Mex is taking reservations for December 24.
Qi Austin
Qi Austin is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Buenos Aires Café, Este
Buenos Aires Café, Este is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Old Thousand
Old Thousand is taking reservations for December 24.
Lin Asian Bar + Dim Sum
Lin Asian Bar + Dim Sum is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Two Hands Austin
Two Hands Austin is taking reservations for December 24.
Carpenters Hall
Carpenters Hall is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Summer House on Music Lane
Summer House on Music Lane is taking reservations for December 24.
Launderette
Launderette is taking reservations for December 24.
Hopfields
Hopfields is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
West China Tea
West China Tea is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Tiny Boxwoods Austin
Tiny Boxwoods Austin is taking reservations for December 24.
Gusto Italian Kitchen + Wine Bar
Gusto Italian Kitchen + Wine Bar is taking reservations for December 24.
Picnik
Picnik is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Revelry on the Boulevard
Revelry on the Boulevard is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
Perry’s to-go holiday menu gives families two convenient options: 1) Order the meal hot and ready to serve on Christmas Eve or 2) Pick it up cold from December 22 – 24 and heat it up at home.
The menu is a mouthwatering combination of Perry’s favorites to be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. The feast includes:
- One Entrée (choice of)
- Prime Rib with Au Jus $165
- Rack of Lamb with Truffle Merlot $175
- Smoked New York Strip Roast with Au Jus $155
- Family-Portion Soup/Salad (choose one)
- Seafood Tomato Bisque
- Caesar Salad
- Chopped Salad
- Family-Style Sides (choose two)
- Three-Cheese Mac & Cheese
- Whipped Potatoes
- Thick-Cut, Chargrilled Vegetables
- Au Gratin Potatoes
- Creamed Spinach
There are also several add-ons and dessert options for an additional fee. Preorder begins December 16th. Customers must pay online at PerrysSteakhouse.com up to 6 days in advance of the pickup date.
The County Line on the Hill
The County Line on the Hill is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
The County Line on the Lake
The County Line on the Lake is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Estancia Brazilian Steakhouse
Estancia Brazilian Steakhouse is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Manuel’s
Manuel’s is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Shore Raw Bar and Grill
Shore Raw Bar and Grill is taking reservations for December 24.
District Kitchen and Cocktails – Slaughter Lane
District Kitchen and Cocktails – Slaughter Lane is taking reservations for December 24.
Mia Italian Tapas & Bar
Mia Italian Tapas & Bar is taking reservations for December 24.
Second Bar + Kitchen Domain Northside
Second Bar + Kitchen Domain Northside is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Garbo’s Lobster
Garbo’s Lobster is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
The League Kitchen and Tavern Bee Cave
The League Kitchen and Tavern Bee Cave is taking reservations for December 24.
Edge Rooftop Bar
Edge Rooftop Bar is open on Christmas Day.
Buca di Beppo
Buca di Beppo is offering Christmas Family Meals. Available for online orders December 23 – 25. All meals are “Buca Large” and serve up to 5 people.
Regular Family Meal
- Choice of Salad: Mixed Green or Caesar Salad
- Choice of Pasta: Baked Ziti, Baked Rigatoni, Penne alla Vodka, or Spicy Chicken Rigatoni
Deluxe Family Meal
- Choice of Salad: Caesar Salad, Chopped Antipasto Salad or Apple Gorgonzola Salad
- Choice of Pasta: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Baked Ziti, Baked Rigatoni, Penne alla Vodka, or Spicy Chicken Rigatoni
- Choice of Entrée: Chicken Parmigiana or Chicken Limone
Oasthouse North Austin
Oasthouse North Austin is taking reservations for December 24 with skyline views and snowfall on the hour.
Parker Jazz Club
Throughout the month of December, Parker Jazz Club presents its exclusive A Very Merry Christmas Show, featuring the dynamic Parker House Band with vocalist Jennifer Johnson as they perform sparkling jazz arrangements of perennial favorites. The Ryan Davis Trio will open each show with Vince Guaraldi’s classic music from A Charlie Brown Christmas, setting the tone for a stylish and fun celebration of the most wonderful time of the year.
The Parker House Band comprises pianist Ryan Davis, bassist Ben Triesch, drummer Jeremy Bruch, and multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Kris Kimura. Lavish lighting and the best sound in the city (designed by Steve Durr Designs) are engineered by Mac McDonnell.
Tickets are $30. Reservations are required. No refunds.
Intero
Intero is taking reservations for December 24.
The League Kitchen & Tavern
The League Kitchen & Tavern is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
Tony C’s Avery Ranch
Tony C’s Avery Ranch is taking reservations for December 24.
The League Avery Ranch
The League Avery Ranch is taking reservations for December 24.
The Salt Lick Round Rock
The Salt Lick Round Rock is taking reservations for December 24.
More Austin Restaurants Taking Reservations for December 24
Hours may change so please confirm with the restaurant.
- Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Downtown Austin
- The Salty Sow
- acre 41
- Fixe
- ATX Cocina
- ALC Steaks (Austin Land & Cattle)
- Josephine House
- Eddie V’s – 5th Street
- Canje
- Quattro Gatti Ristorante e Pizzeria
- The Peacock Mediterranean Grill
- The Capital Grille – Austin
- True Food Kitchen – Austin
- Roaring Fork – Downtown, Congress
- Emmer & Rye
- Taverna Pizzeria & Risoterria
- III Forks – Austin
- Simi Estiatorio
- La Piscina Ceviches & Fajitas
- Bob’s Steak & Chop House – Austin
- Goodall’s Kitchen
- Foreign & Domestic – Austin
- 34th Street Cafe
- Geraldine’s
- Il Brutto
- P6
- Kalimotxo
- Stella San Jac
- Vince Young Steakhouse
- Caroline Restaurant
- Soto – South Lamar
- Fogo de Chao – Austin
- North Italia – Austin 2nd Street
- Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish
- Zanzibar
- Edge Rooftop Bar
- Garrison
- Neighborhood Sushi
- Cannon+Belle
- Group Therapy
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Austin
- Parkside
- Vespaio Austin
- Corinne
- 1417 Restaurant & Bar
- The Backspace – Austin
- Cafe Blue – Downtown
- Elizabeth St Cafe
- June’s All Day
- Rules & Regs
- Enoteca Austin
- Corner
- Gyu-Kaku – Austin
- Central Standard
- It’s Italian Cucina
- Sway – Westlake
- Tipsy Alchemist Austin
- Joann’s Fine Foods
- Fleming’s Steakhouse – Austin
- The Backspace – Anderson Lane
- Westlake Wine Bar
- Azul Rooftop Lounge
- Red Lobster – Austin – Lamar Blvd.
- Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Domain Northside
- Carve American Grille
- Roaring Fork – North Austin, Stonelake
- Steiner Ranch Steakhouse
- True Food Kitchen – Austin – The Domain
- Paul Martin’s – Austin
- North Italia – Austin
- Doc B’s Restaurant + Bar – Austin
- Taverna Domain NORTHSIDE
- Blind Salamander
- Copper Restaurant and Dessert Lounge – Domain
- Plate By Dzintra
- Cafe Blue – Hill Country Galleria
- Trattoria Lisina
- Soto – Cedar Park
- Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage – Domain NORTHSIDE
- Freda’s Seafood Grille
- Cafe Malta
- Bazille – Nordstrom The Domain
- Pinstack-Austin
- Sp Brazilian Steakhouse
- Fogueira Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse
- Buca di Beppo – Austin
- Double Cut – Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar
- Ebisu
- Bay View Restaurant & Bar
- Cinco Ninos – Modern Mexican Kitchen & Tequileria
- Russo’s New York Pizzeria – Austin – Arboretum Area
- Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Round Rock
- City Post Chophouse
- Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant
- Red Lobster – Round Rock
- Firewheel Cafe – Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
- Red Lobster – San Marcos
- L’Oca d’Oro
- Drop Kick Cocktail Bar & Kitchen
More Austin Restaurants Taking Reservations for December 25
Hours may change so please confirm with the restaurant.
- Simi Estiatorio
- The Peacock Mediterranean Grill
- La Piscina Ceviches & Fajitas
- P6
- Fogo de Chao – Austin
- Stella San Jac
- Goodall’s Kitchen
- Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish
- Edge Rooftop Bar
- Zanzibar
- Cannon+Belle
- Group Therapy
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Austin
- Corinne
- Rules & Regs
- Corner
- Tipsy Alchemist Austin
- Gyu-Kaku – Austin
- Azul Rooftop Lounge
- Blind Salamander
- Pinstack-Austin
- Visconti Ristorante
- Sp Brazilian Steakhouse
- Fogueira Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse
- Tillie’s- Dripping Springs
- Double Cut – Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar
- Ebisu
- Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Round Rock
- Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant
- Firewheel Cafe – Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
- Drop Kick Cocktail Bar & Kitchen
Online Holiday Dinner Delivery Services
Harry and David
Harry and David has a variety of main courses, appetizers/sides, desserts and more available to ship to you and prepare at home.
Some highlights include:
Create Your Own Gourmet Turkey Feast ($239): A roasted turkey serves as the mouthwatering main course, and you get to choose one accompanying appetizer assortment, two crowd-pleasing sides, one exceptional dessert, and one garnish of cranberry sauce and gravy. This heat-and-serve meal makes it easy to enjoy more quality time with company and less time in the kitchen. Serves 8 to 10.
Gourmet Ham Dinner ($224.99):
- Spiral-sliced ham with honey glaze (7 lb 8 oz)
- Creamy snap peas with bacon (1 lb 13 oz)
- Three-cheese scalloped potatoes (1 lb 14 oz)
- Artichoke, mushroom, and bacon frittata (1 lb 14 oz)
- New York-style original cheesecake (2 lb)
Omaha Steaks
Omaha Steaks is offering a variety of holiday dinners available to ship to you and prepare at home.
Some highlights include:
- 6 (5 oz.) Butcher’s Cut Filet Mignons or 1 (8 lbs.) Spiral Sliced Ham
- 1 (32 oz. pkg.) Family-Size Smashed Red Potatoes or 1 (25 oz. pkg.) Harvest Rice Pilaf or 1 (32 oz. pkg.) Family-Size Whipped Sweet Potatoes
- 4 (11 oz. pkgs.) Creamed Spinach or 2 (12 oz. pkgs.) Green Bean Casserole
- 6 (4 oz.) Caramel Apple Tartlets or 1 (2 lbs.) Premium New York Cheesecake or 1 (21 oz.) Chocolate Lover’s Cake
- 8 (3 oz.) Mini Baguettes with Garlic Butter
- 1 (4 lbs.) Boneless Heart of Prime Rib Roast
- 2 (12 oz. pkgs.) Green Bean Casserole
- 4 (5.5 oz.) Stuffed Baked Potatoes
- 4 (3 oz.) Mini Baguettes with Garlic Butter
- 1 (2 lbs.) Premium New York Cheesecake
- 1 (3.1 oz. jar) Signature Seasoning
Holiday Surf & Turf + Tour de France:
- 4 (5 oz.) Butcher’s Cut Filet Mignons
- 4 Split Lobster Tail Skewers (7 oz. pkg.)
- 4 (5.5 oz.) Stuffed Baked Potatoes
- 4 (3 oz.) Mini Baguettes with Garlic Butter
- 4 (4.2 oz.) Chocolate Molten Lava Cakes
- 1 (3.1 oz. jar) Signature Seasoning
Williams Sonoma
Williams Sonoma is offering a variety of holiday dinners available to ship to you and prepare at home.
Some highlights include:
Ultimate Christmas Prime Rib Dinner, Serves 8 ($499.95):
- Prime Rib
- Sweet Yam Casserole
- Traditional Green Bean Casserole
- Creamed Spinach & Kale
- Bacon Macaroni & Cheese
- Parker House Rolls (12)
- Pecan Pie
Complete Free Range Turkey Dinner, Christmas Delivery, Serves 8 ($259.95) or 12 ($379.95)
- Free-Range Turkey
- Green Bean Casserole
- Sweet Yam Casserole
- Pecan Pie
Complete Christmas Dinner, Ham, Serves 8 ($249.95)
- 6–8 lb. Kurobuta Bone-In Half Ham
- 3 lb. 8 oz. (two trays) Traditional Green Bean Casserole
- 3 lb. 13 oz. (two trays) Sweet Yam Casserole
- 9″ diam. Pecan Pie
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