Here’s a look at Christmas Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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.
Aqimero
Aqimero is hosting Bubbles & Brunch for Christmas Day on December 25. Sip on Bellini and Mimosas while indulging in a delicious five-course brunch featuring your Christmas favorites. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 5 pm. Priced at $95 per guest.
Brickside Grille
Brickside Grille (Exton) is hosting their Christmas Eve buffet on December 24. The buffet focuses on seven fishes and a chocolate fountain for dessert. Reservations are available from 3:30 pm to 8 pm. Priced at $39.50 for adults, $25 for children 5-12, and free for children under 5.
1906 at Longwood Gardens
1906 at Longwood Gardens (Kennett Square) is hosting a 3-course prix-fixe menu for Christmas Eve and Day on December 24 and 25. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 7 pm. Priced at $71 per person.
Bistro Romano
Bistro Romano is offering a special 5-course tasting menu on December 24. Patrons have a choice of Seven Fishes or Turf Pasta. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8 pm. Priced at $89 per person.
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center is celebrating the return of the festive season with an array of offerings for all to enjoy and escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
Chocolate lovers can look forward to a delightful and decadent treat courtesy of the Hotel’s holiday-themed hot chocolate cart in collaboration with award-winning artisanal chocolatier Eclat Chocolate. From Tuesday, December 12 to Sunday, December 17, 2023, guests can indulge in a warm, rich cup of hot chocolate while they immerse themselves in the holiday cheer.
Listen to the sounds of the season on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 as Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia welcomes The Philadelphia Orchestra for a special dining experience at Jean-Georges Philadelphia. A delight for the senses, the Orchestra will harmonize with the evening’s menu for a magical night not to be forgotten.
Leave the cooking to the culinary experts and make the most of precious time spent together on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. On December 24, 2023, begin the day at JG SkyHigh with a classic Christmas Brunch. As the sun sets, SkyHigh and Jean-Georges Philadelphia will set the tables for traditional Christmas Eve dinner. Descend to Vernick Fish to taste a classic Italian-American Christmas special: The Feast of the Seven Fishes, a five-course prix fixe menu to be enjoyed with friends and family. On December 25, 2023, the gastronomic adventures continue with JG SkyHigh’s classic brunch offering.
Amada
Amada is serving a 3-course prime rib roast for Christmas Eve on December 24. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 9 pm. Priced at $80 for adults and $25 for children.
Fork
Fork is serving a Christmas Eve Feast of Seven Fishes on December 24. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $110 per person.
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
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Sullivan’s Steakhouse (King of Prussia) is open for service for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner. They will be serving our menu full of signature classics, including our hand-cut and bone-in steaks, fresh seafood and signature cocktails, perfect for the season.
La Fontana Della Citta
La Fontana Della Citta is serving a Christmas Day meal on December 25. Reservations are available from 11 am to 9 pm.
Brickside Grille
Brickside Grille (Exton) is serving a Christmas Eve Buffet with seven fishes on December 24. Priced at $39.50 for adults, $25 for children 5-12 and free for children under 5.
They are also offering a breakfast with Santa on December 10. Priced at $27.50 for adults and $15 for children 5-12.
The Melting Pot
The Melting Pot (King of Prussia) is serving a 4-course meal from December 23 to January 1. Priced at $120 per person.
The Olde Bar
The Olde Bar is serving a Christmas Eve dinner on December 24 at 5 pm or 7:15 pm. Priced at $95 per person.
Vernick Fish
Vernick Fish is serving a feast of seven fishes 5-course prix-fixe menu on December 23 and 24. Featuring live scallop crudo with blood orange & grilled fresno chili, brandade croquette with ossetra caviar, and a whole roasted turbot with brown butter, salt baked celery root, & white truffle. Priced at $200 per person.
L’Angolo Restaurant
L’Angolo Restaurant is serving a prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve. Priced at $60 per person.
Maggiano’s Little Italy
From Nov. 30 to New Year’s Eve, guests can dine in at Maggiano’s Little Italy for an extravagant three-course holiday menu featuring refined Italian classics. Guests will be able to make their perfect meal with two salads and their choice from a list of 14 starters, over 10 pastas and 11 entrees – there’s sure to be a menu combination to satisfy every craving! Options range from classic Italian appetizers like Stuffed Mushrooms and new holiday feature, Sausage and Peppers, to hearty pastas and entrées like Branzino Crab Imperial, succulent Beef Tenderloin Medallions and Four-Cheese Ravioli.
They are also offering The Holiday Bundle for carry out which will be available between Dec. 14 and Dec. 24 and must be ordered via phone or online for pickup 24 hours in advance. This bundle will be served hot and ready-to-eat and can feed 5-6 people.
Maggiano’s is now taking Christmas Eve reservations for dine-in guests via phone call, online through Maggianos.com and in the Maggiano’s app.
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).
DIY Christmas Philadelphia 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.