Here’s a look at Christmas Minneapolis – St. Paul 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 Minneapolis – St. Paul 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.
Jensen’s
Jensen’s is offering a special prix-fixe menu for Christmas Eve on December 24. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 7 pm.
Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis
Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis has the following festive offerings.
Brunch with Santa (Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm): Guests both young and young at heart are invited to enjoy a Live Carving Station, Eggs Made-to-Order, a Mezze Selection, and breakfast classics such as Pancakes and Waffles. This whimsical, Christmas-inspired event includes a dessert buffet with Bûche de Noël and Gingerbread Cookies ready for decorating. $80 for adults, $45 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2023 at 12:00 noon.
Christmas Eve (Sunday, December 24, 2023 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and 4:00 to 8:00 pm): On this holiday Sunday, the magic of the season and the Mara team converge. Brunch reveals an Interactive Carving Station, Egg Specialties, an ample selection of breakfast items and an Instagrammable White Chocolate Fountain with marshmallows, macaroons, and strawberries. Dinner is complete with a Live Carving Station and a Mezze Selection with Mara spreads, such as Hummus and Baba Ganoush. Additionally, crafted cocktails to include House-Made Eggnog will be available the week leading up to Christmas. $110 for adults during brunch, $145 for adults during dinner service, $45 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2023 at 12:00 noon.
Christmas Day (Monday, December 25, 2023 from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm): Mara’s full menu expands with surprise Christmas-Themed Dishes throughout the day. Guests are invited to dine in the Restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner and in the Bar from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. À la carte pricing. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2023 at 12:00 noon.
Nordic Village
A Minnesota cabin experience in the middle of the city, Nordic Village invites guests to enjoy private dining in parties up to four or eight. Gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian menu items will be available.
Christmas Eve (Sunday, December 24, 2023, from 5:00 to 9:30 pm): Inspired by holiday food traditions in Nordic countries, Cod, Lamb Ribs, Pork Belly and Duck take centre stage for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with Minnesota-shaped S’mores and traditional Christmas Cookies following for dessert. $165 per adult, $65 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2023 at 12:00 noon.
Christmas Day (Monday, December 25, 2023, from 12:00 noon to 6:30 pm): $165 per adult, $65 for children 12 and under. Reservations available on Tock starting November 1, 2023 at 12:00 noon.
FireLake Grill House Mall of America
FireLake Grill House Mall of America (Bloomington) is hosting a special Christmas dinner on December 24 and 25. Reservations are available from 11 am to 11 pm.
- Smoked Oysters – $16 – Apple Wood Smoked Shucked Oyster, Grated Horseradish, Mignonette & Fresh Cut Lemon
- Pear Salad – $14 – Late Harvested Roasted Bartlett Pear, Frisee, Radicchio, Pomegranates, Orange Segments, Toasted Pumpkin, Blue Cheese, Honey Red Wine Vinaigrette
- Pan Seared Lamb Chops – $64 – Parsnip Mash, Roasted Tomato, Grilled Zucchini, Dates, Pine Nut Mint Chutney
- Pineapple Upside Down – $12 – Sebastian Joe’s Vanilla Ice Cream, Minnesota Wild Plum Sauce
Nordic Village
Nordic Village is hosting a Christmas Day menu on December 25. Priced at $165 for adults and $75 for children 12 and under.
1st course (family style)
- Gravlax and duck prosciutto platter, surkål, cucumber & dill dip, crudite’s, & pumpernickel crackers, norwegian lefse
2nd course (family style)
- Individual onion soup
- Cheese fondue / comte, gruyere, raclette cheeses
- Sourdough croutons & apples
3rd course (choice of entree)
- Herb crusted black cod, potao and dill cake, spinach and beurre blanc
- Grilled lamb chops, acorn squash pure, brussels sprouts, hazelnut, lingonberry jus
- Braised pork belly, cauliflower puree, roasted apple, mustard vinaigrette
4th course (family style)
- Minnesota s’mores
Tria Restaurant, Bar & Event Center
Enjoy the special holiday at Tria with a three course prix-fixe menu, including favorites like our prime rib, beef bourguignon, house cut steaks, and more!They are also offering a brunch with Santa on December 9. There will be live Christmas music by The Paul Esch Trio and a build your own hot chocolate station.
Mara
Mara is hosting a Christmas Eve brunch on December 24. Featuring an Interactive Carving Station, Egg Specialties, an ample selection of breakfast items and an Instagrammable White Chocolate Fountain with marshmallows, macaroons, and strawberries. USD 110 for adults during brunch, $45 for children 12 and under.
Mara is also offering Christmas Eve dinner. Featuring a Live Carving Station and a Mezze Selection with Mara spreads, such as Hummus and Baba Ganoush. Additionally, crafted cocktails to include House-Made Eggnog will be available the week leading up to Christmas. USD 145 for adults during dinner service, USD 45 for children 12 and under.
A brunch with Santa is also being offered on December 3. Guests both young and young at heart are invited to enjoy a Live Carving Station, Eggs Made-to-Order, a Mezze Selection, and breakfast classics such as Pancakes and Waffles. This whimsical, Christmas-inspired event includes a dessert buffet with Bûche de Noël and Gingerbread Cookies ready for decorating. USD 80 for adults, USD 45 for children 12 and under.
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.
DIY Christmas Minneapolis – St. Paul 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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Check back later as more offerings are added.