Looking for ways to celebrate Christmas in Phoenix this year? This post covers Christmas Phoenix 2021 including where to go for Christmas dinner in Phoenix, festive dining, 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.
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This list is not exhaustive. If your favorite restaurant is not on the list, contact them to see what they are offering.
Please double check with the restaurant as to what they are offering as plans/menus/hours might change.
Christmas in Phoenix 2021 + Scottsdale
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Bourbon Steak at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is offering a festive a la carte-style three-course dinner featuring classic Michael Mina offerings alongside seasonally influenced dishes.
Menu features include a traditional Christmas 10 oz. Prime Rib Roast, Squid Ink Pappardelle, Roasted Chestnut Soup and German Chocolate Cake.
$105 per person not inclusive of tax and gratuity. Kids menu and kid portions/pricing will be available on these holidays.
December 24, 2021 | 5 pm to 9 pm
December 25, 2021 | 3 pm to 9 pm
They are also offering a Christmas Takeaway Dinner ($240, serves 4 people) for curbside pickup at the resort’s Palomino Ballroom entrance on Friday, December 24 between 10 am – 12 pm. Preorder by December 20.
GRAINS & SALAD
Noble Rolls…house butter, sea salt
Local baby lettuces, arugula, shaved fennel, celery, icicle radish, candied pecan, crows dairy goat cheese, house made vinaigrette
MAIN
Blis Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham
Braised Short Rib…Natural reduction, Confit onions, fine herbs
SIDES
Roasted garlic and butter whipped yukon gold potatoes
Candied yams, pecans and brown butter crumble
Arizona mesquite honey glazed carrots
Red wine roasted baby mushrooms
DESSERT
Black Forest Yule Log…chocolate blackout cake, vanilla chantilly cream, black cherry jam, kirsch ganache
OPTIONAL BEVERAGE ADD-ON
Rosemary-Bourbon Mulled Wine…dried stone fruit, fresh citrus peel, mulling spices
Serves 4 | $39
Gather loved ones as the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess transforms into a spectacular holiday wonderland for the twelfth annual celebration of Christmas at the Princess.
ENCHANTED PLAZA: Event Entry & Musical Tree: Don’t miss this five-minute, high definition video show featuring animations projected against the resort’s façade. The resorts Christmas tree has 70,000 LED lights that twinkle and dance to 17 classic holiday songs. 6pm-9pm video show on the hour every hour
A CHRISTMAS WISH: Bring your Christmas Wish to life with a little Christmas magic. Donations accepted and will benefit Love Up
WINTERLAND: Winter is coming, and with it brings a magical land of twinkling white lights, take a photo in a life sized snow globe, fire pit seating and a 32-foot long infinity tunnel at the entrance. Enjoy an ice bar stocked with seasonal beverages.
NATIVITY GARDEN: The resort’s Fragrance Garden transforms into a Nativity Garden, featuring a narrated light and music show sharing the story of Christmas.
LAGOON LIGHTS Walking Path: With the addition of 1.5 million LED’s this season, the resort shines with more than 6 million lights! As you stroll through the resort majestic lagoons you’ll see glittery swans floating on the water, a buccaneer pirate ship, mermaid, 14-foot poinsettias, teddy bear, toy soldiers, fishing Santa, leaping arches, Nessie the 30-foot Loch Ness Monster, a 3D whale, skating penguins, candy cane forest and more. 5pm-10pm Monday- Thursday / 4pm-11pm Friday-Saturday.
TWINKLE TOWN: Visit a magical land filled with twinkling lights, the Polar Glide 70ft ice slide, Christmas Carousel, Lolli Swings, delectable bites and beverages as you take in incredible sweeping views of the resort. Don’t forget to say hello to our newest holiday friend Twinkles, Santa’s brightest Christmas Light! Must be 36″ tall for all Twinkle Town Rides (ride & attraction wristband required).
PRINCESS EXPRESS Train Tours: All Aboard! Hitch a ride on one of two trains at the Princess Express Train Depot where your Christmas Conductor will take you on a journey around the resort’s glittering Lagoon Lights with every-changing colors from special RGB LED bulbs, capable of 256 million magical color combinations. 5pm-10pm (ride & attraction wristband required).
THE LODGE Alpine Bar & Kitchen: Introducing craft-style favorites surrounded by warm chimineas in a cozy, outdoor setting. Featuring rye pretzels, loaded tater tots, elk burgers, crispy chicken schnitzel, bison meatloaf, and more. With good tidings, you’ll cheer for hand crafted cocktails and seasonal beer. Located at La Hacienda Plaza.
MRS CLAUS’ Cookie Company: Christmas Cookies aren’t just for Santa. Mrs. Claus offers the season’s most festive flavors featuring sugar n’ spice, chocolate chip, and gingerbread.
THE VILLAGE: Travel through La Hacienda Plaza to an enchanting land where you can roast marshmallows around a campfire in a Christmas Tree Forest, and take a glittering whirl on Frosty’ s Ferris Wheel. (Must be 48” to ride) Ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Snow Mountain Ice Slide- Must be 42” to ride. Alpine Skate Trail 6,000 sq. ft. ice skating trail. Ice Pass – $40 per person for unlimited ice skating.
DESERT ICE Skating & Fire Pits: Made with real ice, the resort’s 6,000 sq. ft. Desert Ice Skating Rink provides you the opportunity to experience a classic winter tradition surrounded by the beauty of the desert. Ice Pass – $40 per person for unlimited ice skating. Featuring Fire & Ice Rink-Side VIP Fire Pits.
PHOTOS W/SANTA Mailroom & Photos: Santa Experience $40 includes: up to 8 people per reservation, Meet and greet with Santa and his elves, Santa’s elf pledge, one digital photo, personal photos and videos are encouraged. Advanced ticket purchase required. 4pm-10pm Nightly through December 24th.
SELF-PARKING & ADMISSION: $72
- Includes self-parking for one vehicle
- General Admission wristband for up to 4 people
GENERAL ADMISSION: $18
- Includes general admission wristband for one person
DINING EXPERIENCE
- Spend $75 per vehicle at any of the resort’s dining outlets the same evening and receive:
- Complimentary general admission
- 50% off valet parking
- Includes up to 6 ride & attraction wristbands
- Note: restaurant reservations are required
Royal Palms Resort and Spa
T. Cook’s at Royal Palms Resort and Spa is offering the following:
- Christmas Eve Four Course Dinner priced at $150++ per person, 4:30pm – 9 pm
- Christmas Day Four Course Dinner priced at $150++ per person, 1 pm – 8 pm
The Royal Palms Resort & Spa is also offering a Christmas Day Brunch Buffet. Priced at $150 and reservations from 10:00am – 3:00pm.
Phoenix City Grille
Phoenix City Grille is offering Christmas Eve specials on December 24.
Kona Grill Scottsdale
Kona Grill
Kona Grill is open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Enjoy Filet with Lobster Cream, Honey Glazed Ham, Macadamia Nut Turkey, Prime Rib Dinner for Two, Surf & Turf, Christmas Day Brunch Specials and more. Children’s Special & Takeout Specials also available. Finish off with a Macadamia Nut Pie.
Wrigley Mansion
Wrigley Mansion is offering Holiday Tea featuring two aromatic holiday teas along with a savory course, a scone course, and a festive dessert course for you to enjoy while listening to a Steinway piano in the background.
Priced at $79 per person. Reservations for December 15, 16, and 17.
Tommy V’s Urban Kitchen and Bar Scottsdale
Tommy V’s Urban Kitchen and Bar Scottsdale is offering a Christmas Day Three Course Menu priced at $60 per person. Kids’ menu is available also at $15.
STK – Scottsdale
STK – Scottsdale is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
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
Fogo de Chao – Scottsdale
Fogo de Chao – Scottsdale is taking reservations for December 24 and 25.
El Chorro
El Chorro (Paradise Valley) is taking reservations for December 25.
Ocean 44
Ocean 44 is taking reservations for December 24.
Steak 44
Steak 44 is taking reservations for December 24.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel is offering various Holiday Heat n’ Serve Family Dinners available for pickup 12/21-12/28 with 24-hour notice required for orders. Use within 72 hours after pickup. Pre-order and receive a FREE $10 Bonus Card when you schedule pick-up on 12/22 or 12/23.
Holiday Heat n’ Serve (serves 8 – 10): Spiral Sliced Sugar Cured Ham, Cornbread Dressing, Roasted Gravy, Cranberry Relish, Macaroni n’ Cheese, choice of 2 Country Sides, Sweet Yeast Rolls, and Apple Pecan Streusel Pie & Pecan Pie.
Holiday Heat n’ Serve (serves 4 – 6): Spiral Sliced Sugar Cured Ham, Cornbread Dressing, Roasted Gravy, Cranberry Relish, Macaroni n’ Cheese, choice of 1 Country Side, and Sweet Yeast Rolls.
Prime Rib Heat n’ Serve Family Dinner (serves 4 – 6): Prime Rib with Au Jus and Horseradish Sauce, Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Gravy, choice of 2 Country Sides, and Sweet Yeast Rolls
Roy’s (Desert Ridge, Chandler)
Celebrate Christmas and the joy of the season with family and friends at Roy’s. Their elegant three-course holiday menu features classics like our Misoyaki “Butterfish” and Blackened Island Ahi along with our Grilled 8oz. Filet Mignon offered with our Crab Cake Oscar or Teppanyaki Shrimp Skewer. $79 per adult, $19 per child.
Dominick’s Steakhouse
Dominick’s Steakhouse is taking reservations for December 24.
Chantico
Chantico is taking reservations for December 24.
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
More Phoenix-Scottsdale Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve & Taking Reservations
- Kaizen
- Killer Whale Sex Club
- Restaurant Progress
- The Market by Jennifer’s
- Aftermath Bar & Kitchen
- Christopher’s at the Wrigley Mansion
- Timo Wine Bar
- Sel (Scottsdale)
- Nonna Urban Eatery
- Tempo Urban Bistro – Buckeye
- Confluence
- Ocean 44
- Francine
- Nobu Scottsdale
- Mastro’s City Hall Steakhouse
- Culinary Dropout Waterfront
- Roaring Fork – Scottsdale
- Steak 44
- Zinqué – Scottsdale
- The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale
- STK – Scottsdale
- Tapas Papa Frita – Scottsdale
- SumoMaya Mexican-Asian Kitchen
- La Locanda
- Blanco Tacos + Tequila at The Borgata – Scottsdale
- Citizen Public House
- EVO
- The Henry – Phoenix
- The House Brasserie
- Fat Ox
- Paul Martin’s American Grill – Scottsdale
- Pasta Brioni
- Tommy V’s Urban Kitchen and Bar Scottsdale
- Rita’s Cantina & Bar, JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn
- Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila – Old Town
- Fogo de Chao – Scottsdale
- Roka Akor – Scottsdale
- Hearth ’61 at Mountain Shadows
- Doughbird – Pizza & Rotisserie
- P.F. Chang’s – The Waterfront
- Sushi Roku – Scottsdale
- Fleming’s Steakhouse – Scottsdale
- RA Sushi Bar Restaurant – Scottsdale Old Town, AZ
- Cobre Kitchen + Cocktails
- The Collins Small Batch Kitchen
- Beckett’s Table
- Grassroots Kitchen & Tap Scottsdale
- North Italia – Arcadia
- Tomaso’s – Phoenix
- Pitch Pizzeria – Scottsdale
- Buca di Beppo – Scottsdale
- The Capital Grille – Phoenix
- Chart House Restaurant – Scottsdale
- Twisted Grove Parlor & Bar – Scottsdale
- Seasons 52 – Phoenix
- True Food Kitchen – Biltmore
- Flint by Baltaire
- Pomo Cucina & Pizzeria
- Wally’s American Gastropub – Scottsdale
- Soi4 Bangkok Eatery – Scottsdale
- Blanco Tacos + Tequila at The Biltmore Fashion Park – Phoenix
- Frank & Alberts
- Famous 48
- Bandolero Cocina de Mexico
- Agave Del Scottsdale
- Avanti
- Zinburger Wine and Burger Bar – Phoenix
- The Macintosh
- Rusconi’s American Kitchen
- Dominick’s Steakhouse
- Modern Oysterbar Chophouse
- The Gladly
- Mora Italian
- Zinc Bistro
- The Greene House – Kierland Commons
- Chantico
- Mastro’s Ocean Club – Scottsdale
- Culinary Dropout at The Quarter
- True Food Kitchen – Scottsdale
- Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant – Scottsdale
- The Mission – Kierland Commons
- Ocotillo
- White Chocolate Grill – Scottsdale
- Culinary Dropout at the Yard – Phoenix
- North Italia – Kierland Commons
- Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar – Scottsdale
- The Americano
- Christo’s Ristorante
- SOL Mexican Cocina – Scottsdale
- Tutti Santi – Phoenix
- Voila French Bistro
- The Arrogant Butcher
- Gabriella’s Contemporary American Cuisine
- The Keg Steakhouse + Bar – Desert Ridge
- Alexi’s Grill
- Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Downtown Phoenix
- Benihana – Scottsdale, AZ
- RA Sushi Bar Restaurant – North Scottsdale, AZ
- Preston’s Steakhouse
- Spiga Cucina Italiana – Scottsdale
- The Italian Daughter
- Morton’s The Steakhouse – Scottsdale
- Southern Rail
- Persian Room
- Mancuso’s Restaurant
- Arrivederci Ristorante
- Mastro’s Steakhouse – Scottsdale
- Roy’s Desert Ridge
- Pure Sushi Scottsdale
- Local Bistro + Bar
- Santé
- La Torretta Ristorante
- Neighborly Public House
- Parma Italian Roots – Scottsdale
- Casa Mia
- Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails
- The Craftsman Cocktails & Kitchen
- Jade Palace – Pinnacle Peak Rd
- CIELO at ADERO Scottsdale
- Nellie Cashman’s Monday Club Cafe at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
- Tonto Bar & Grill
- Macayo’s Mexican Food – Scottsdale Pima Center
- Jalapeno Inferno at Market Street
- Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse
- Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort
- Nori Sushi
- Ember at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort
- Aiello’s East Coast Italian
- Pinnacle Grille
- Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila – North Scottsdale
- Chop Block and Brew – Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort
- Needle Rock Kitchen and Tap
- Rhythm & Wine
- Darcy’s Ristorante (FKA Gianfranco by Darcy Ristorante)
- Arrivederci Italian Cuisine – Pinnacle Peak Rd
- Red Lobster – Scottsdale
- All American Modern Sports Grill – Market Street at DC Ranch
- Blue Agave Mexican Cantina
- Red Lobster – Phoenix – 28th Dr.
- Pomodoro Italian Grill & Seafood
- The Grill at The Boulders Resort
- P.F. Chang’s – Kierland
- Twist Bistro and Gallery
- Famiglia
- Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Deer Valley
- Palo Verde at The Boulders Resort
- Ofrenda
- Red Lobster – Phoenix – 75th Ave.
- P.F. Chang’s – Happy Valley
- Phoenix City Grille
More Phoenix-Scottsdale Restaurants Open on Christmas Day & Taking Reservations
- Killer Whale Sex Club
- The Market by Jennifer’s
- Mastro’s City Hall Steakhouse
- The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale
- STK – Scottsdale
- Zinqué – Scottsdale
- Fat Ox
- Pasta Brioni
- Tommy V’s Urban Kitchen and Bar Scottsdale
- Rita’s Cantina & Bar, JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn
- Fogo de Chao – Scottsdale
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Scottsdale
- Sushi Roku – Scottsdale
- Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen
- Tomaso’s – Phoenix
- RA Sushi Bar Restaurant – Scottsdale Old Town, AZ
- Cobre Kitchen + Cocktails
- Chart House Restaurant – Scottsdale
- Frank & Alberts
- Modern Oysterbar Chophouse
- Zinc Bistro
- Mastro’s Ocean Club – Scottsdale
- The Mission – Kierland Commons
- SOL Mexican Cocina – Scottsdale
- RA Sushi Bar Restaurant – North Scottsdale, AZ
- Benihana – Scottsdale, AZ
- Morton’s The Steakhouse – Scottsdale
- Roy’s Desert Ridge
- Mastro’s Steakhouse – Scottsdale
- Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails
- Nellie Cashman’s Monday Club Cafe at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
- Copper Blues Live at Desert Ridge (CB Live)
- CIELO at ADERO Scottsdale
- Ember at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort
- Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort
- Arrivederci Italian Cuisine – Pinnacle Peak Rd
- Chop Block and Brew – Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort
- The Grill at The Boulders Resort
- Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Deer Valley
- Palo Verde at The Boulders Resort
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