Here’s a look at Christmas San Diego 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 San Diego 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.
Bronze Bird
Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Bronze Bird with a festive setting and a 3-course Holiday Dinner for $45++ per person.
Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Amaya is offering a 4-course Christmas Eve dinner on December 24. Reservations are available from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. Priced at $195 for adults and $98 for children. Reservation deposit is $50 per person.
They are also offering a 4-course Christmas Day Tasting Menu on December 25. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 7 pm. Priced at $225 for adults and $115 for Children. Reservation deposit is $50 per person.
AVANT
AVANT is hosting a Christmas Eve Dinner on December 24 and Christmas Day on December 25. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8 pm. Priced at $125 for adults and $65 for children.
NINE-TEN Restaurant and Bar
NINE-TEN is hosting a special 3-course prix-fixe Christmas Eve dinner on December 24. Reservations are available from 5 pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $105 per person.
They are also offering an a la carte Holiday Brunch menu on December 25th. Reservations are available from 7 am to 2 pm.
Mille Fleurs
Mille Fleurs is offering a Christmas Eve 3-course prix-fixe menu on December 24. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $105 for adults and $39.50 for children.
They are also offering a Christmas Day 3-course prix-fixe menu on December 25. Reservations are available from 12:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Priced at $97.50 for adults and $39.50 for children.
Events at Rancho Bernardo Inn
Rancho Bernado Inn is hosting a Christmas Day buffet on December 25. Bottomless buffet and all inclusive cocktails, beer, wine and sodas. Reservations are available from 1:30 pm to 4 pm. Priced at $130 for adults, $55 for children 4-12, and free for children 3 and under.
Morena Provision
Morena Provision is offering an extravagant feast pre-order guaranteed to impress your family with options like Beef Wellington served with Roasted Shallot Jus (serves 1, $45), Smoked Kassler Pork Loin (serves 4-6, $65), a 7-Layer Smoked Salmon Dip (serves 6-8, $55), and a merriment of desserts from a Burnt Basque Cheesecake (serves 8-10, $58), to Buche de Noel (serves 6-8, $75), to Santa’s Cookies (12-pack, $58) and more. Orders must be placed here for pickup and delivery on Sunday, December 24th.
Park Hyatt Aviara
Park Hyatt Aviara (Carlsbad) is hosting a Christmas Day buffet on December 25. Reservations are available from 11 am to 3 pm. Priced at $140 for adults and $60 for children 3-12.
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Rancho Bernardo Inn is offering a Christmas Day buffet on December 25. Reservations are available from 1 pm to 4 pm. Priced at $135 for adults and $55 for children 12 and under.
Ponto Lago at Park Hyatt Aviara
Ponto Lago at Park Hyatt Aviara (Carlsbad) is offering a Christmas feast on Christmas Eve and Day on December 24 and 25. Reservations are available from 5 pm to 9 pm. Priced at $125 for adults and $36 for children 3-12.
Vintana Wine & Dine
Vintana Wine & Dine (Escondido) is serving a special 3-course menu with a variety of selections for each course. Reservations are available from 11 am to 6:30 pm. Priced at $69.95 per person.
SEA180 Coastal Tavern
SEA180 Coastal Tavern (Imperial Beach) is hosting a Christmas Day menu on December 25. Reservations are available from 11:30 am to 7 pm. Priced at $64.95 per person for adults and $16.95 for children 12 and under.
- Amuse Bouche- Brie & Cranberry Bruschetta (gf)
- 1st. course choice of- Lobster Bisque (gf), Beet & Burrata Salad (gf,v), Charred Guajillo Octopus (gf), Honey roasted root Vegetable salad with Short Rib (gf,v)
- 2nd Course choice of – Braised Beef Short Rib (gf), Grilled Chicken Thighs, Pan-Seared Halibut Risotto (gf), Smoked Stuffed Portobello (gf,v) NY Steak & Maine Lobster Tail + $20 (gf)
- 3rd Course Choice of – Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake (v), Apple Brown Butter Tart (v), Tiramisu (gf)
Tidal
Tidal is serving a Christmas Eve breakfast on December 24. Reservations are available from 10 am to 1:30 pm. Priced at $37 for adults and $17 for children 5-12.
- Sliced Seasonal Fruit & Berries
- Homemade Breakfast Pastries, Whipped Sweet Cream Butter, Seasonal Jackie’s Jams
- Individual Greek Yogurt Parfaits
- Assorted Savory Bagels, Herbed & Whipped Cream Cheese, Oak Smoked Salmon
- Omelet & Eggs to Order Action Station to include;
- Diced Ham, Chopped Bacon, Asparagus, Tri-Colored Bell Peppers, Pickled Jalapenos, Herb Roasted Mushroom, Shallots, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Fresh Spinach
- Eggs Benedict
- Belgian Waffles, Warm Maple Syrup, Macerated Berries, Chocolate Chips, Crème Chantilly, Dulce de Leche, Whipped Sweet Cream Butter
- Traditional O’Brian Potatoes with Pepper Medley
- Applewood-Smoked Bacon | Chicken Apple Sausage
- Freshly Brewed Coffee and Juice
The Marine Room
The Marine Room is celebrating Christmas Day with a 4-course tasting menu on December 25. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 7 pm. Priced at $165 per person, optional wine pairing is priced at $75 per person.
ARLO
ARLO is offering a Christmas Day buffet on December 25. Featuring items like Rosemary and Salt Crusted Prime Rib, Smoked Pacific Red Snapper, Pan Roasted Duck Breast, Brown Butter Sage Gnocchi and much more! Plus, enjoy live music from J-Mann from 1pm-4pm and Natalie Aley from 4:30pm-8pm. Reservations are available from 1 pm to 7:30 pm. Priced at $85 for adults, $35 for children 12 and under, and free for children 5 and under.
Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego
Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego is offering a prix-fixe Christmas Day brunch on December 25. Reservations are available from 9 am to 1 pm. Priced at $85 for adults and $30 for children 12 and under.
A special 3-course dinner menu is also available on December 25 from 4 pm to 9 pm. Priced at $105 for adults and $40 for children 12 and under.
Sally’s Fish House & Bar
Sally’s Fish House & Bar is open for service for Christmas Day on December 25. They are offering their regular menu and a Christmas special. Reservations are available from 5 pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $65.10 per person.
Coasterra
Coasterra is offering a Christmas buffet on December 25. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 7 pm. Priced at $89.95 for adults and $19.95 for children.
Herb & Sea
Herb & Sea (Encinitas) is offering a prix-fixe menu for Christmas Eve on December 24. Reservations are available from 3 pm to 8 pm. Priced at $89 for adults and $38 for children.
Grant Grill
Grant Grill is hosting a 4-course dinner for Christmas Eve on December 24. Reservations are available from 5:30 pm to 9 pm. Priced at $125 per person.
Lapper- Town and Country
Lapper- Town and Country is hosting a breakfast buffet for Christmas Eve and Day on December 24 and 25. Reservations are available from 7 am to 11 am.
They are also offering a lunch and dinner service on December 24 and 25. They will be serving
regular menu and à la carte holiday specials including potato taquitos, roast prime rib with garlic mashed potatoes, salmon wellington, red velvet cake and more. Reservations are available from 11 am to 10 pm.
Solare Ristorante Lounge
Solare Ristorante Lounge is serving a special 4-course Italian Christmas Eve dinner on December 24. Reservations are available from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Priced at $65 per person.
Mister A’s
Mister A’s is serving a 3-course prix fixe Christmas Day Menu for $97.50. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 7:30 pm. A children’s menu will be offered $35.00 for ages 12 and under.
George’s at the Cove
George’s at the Cove is offering a 4-course prix-fixe dinner for Christmas Day on December 25. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8:45 pm. Priced at $110 per person.
Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar is offering a Christmas Day buffet on December 25. Reservations are available from 12 pm to 4:30 pm. Priced at $195 for adults and $95 for children. Reservation deposits are priced at $50 per person.
They are also offering a Nutcracker Tea on December 23 and 24. December 23 Tea starts at 2 pm and the show starts at 3:30. December 24 Tea starts at 11 am and the show starts at 12:15. Priced at $170 for adults and $88 for children.
JRDN
JRDN is hosting a 3-course prix-fixe menu on December 25. Reservations are available from 2 pm to 7 pm. Reservations are available for both the dining room and the patio. Reservation deposits are priced at $20 per person.
Ambrogio by Acquerello
Ambrogio by Acquerello is serving an 8-course tasting menu for Christmas Eve dinner on December 24. Reservations are available from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. Priced at $199 per person, Vegetarian option is available from $179 per person. Reservation deposits are priced at $50 per person.
Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters
Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters is open for service on December 24. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8:30 pm. Reservation deposits are priced at $20 per person.
Covewood – Mission Bay Resort
Covewood at Mission Bay Resort is serving a 4-course family-style prix-fixe menu for Christmas Day. Some menu items include: Lobster Bisque, Pear Salad, Pan-Roasted Lamb Rack, Wild Sea Bass, Prime Rib, Wild Mushroom Risotto, and delectable desserts for the table. Priced at $99.18 per person.
20|Twenty – Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
20|Twenty at Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa is serving a 3-course prix-fixe menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Priced at $125 per person.
333 Pacific – Steaks & Seafood
333 Pacific – Steaks & Seafood (Oceanside) is serving a special Christmas Day menu priced at $69.95 for adults and $17.95 for children. Enjoy a Beet and Goat cheese salad with roasted beets, arugula, candied walnuts, pistachio crusted goat cheese, shave shallot and a honey lemon vinaigrette as one starter choice. For an entree choice we have an Herb Roasted Prime Rib with a twice baked potato, asparagus, au jus and horseradish cream.
Bronze Bird
Bronze Bird is serving a 3-course holiday dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Priced at $45 per person.
Choice of Starter:
- Blue Hubbard Squash Bisque, Pumpkin Oil, Toasted Pepitas
- Roasted Baby Beets Salad, Goat Cheese Mousse, Candied Pecans, Wild Rockets, Frisee, Cranberry Vinaigrette
Choice of Entrée:
- Roasted Pork Tomahawk, Julian Apple Chutney, Chimichurri Mashed Potato, Braised Tuscan Kale
- Grilled Jidori Chicken, 3 Cheese Polenta Cake, Roasted Root Vegetables, Pomegranate Jus
- Yucatan Roasted Corn and Black Bean Tart, Wild mushroom risotto, Roasted Poblano Fondue
Dessert:
Chocolate Yule Log, Chocolate Cake, Nutella Mousse, Chocolate Ganache
Dockside 1953
Dockside 1953 is serving a Christmas Day brunch. Gather for an impressive brunch buffet with made-to-order breakfast items, specialty holiday dishes, and free-flowing champagne. Brunch attendees can also enjoy a complimentary cruise featuring spirited carolers, photos with Santa, and cozy hot cocoa. Priced at $110.
THE LOT
THE LOT (Liberty Station and La Jolla) is serving a Christmas Eve dinner on December 24. Priced at $80 per person. Warm your heart with a roasted butternut squash soup or enjoy the crispness of a Green Goddess wedge salad to start. Then, feast on a choice of our slow-roasted herb-crusted prime rib, the finely grilled line-caught Pacific swordfish, or our exquisite wild mushroom ravioli. For dessert, indulge in the layered perfection of our Italian lemon cream cake.
They are also serving breakfast with Santa on December 17. Priced at $55 for adults and $45 for children.
Nick & G’s Restaurant
Nick & G’s Restaurant (Rancho Sante Fe) is serving a 3-course prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve.
They are also serving a brunch buffet with Santa on December 16. Priced at $32 for adults and $18 for children.
Mediterranean Room – La Valencia Hotel
Mediterranean Room at La Valencia Hotel is hosting a 3-course meal for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Priced at $130 per person.
They are also hosting Storytime brunch with Santa on December 2, 9, 16 and 23. Enjoy the Mediterranean Room’s decadent brunch menu including fluffy pancakes, eggs benedict and more, plus a visit from Santa himself.Santa will be spreading holiday cheer from 11:00am-1:00pm.
Et Voilà! French Bistro
Et Voilà! French Bistro is serving a 3-course menu for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Priced at $75 per person. A special kids menu is available for kids under 12 for $28.
Herb & Wood
Herb & Wood is offering a Christmas Eve Feast on December 24. Priced at $92 for adults and $37 for children 12 and under.
Bellamy’s Restaurant
Bellamy’s Restaurant (Escondido) is serving a 3-course prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve. Priced at $78 per person.
They are also serving a Brunch Buffet with Santa on December 9 and 10. Priced at $32 for adults and $18 for kids.
Giaola Italian Kitchen
Giaola Italian Kitchen (Carlsbad) is serving a 3-course prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve. Priced at $55 per person. Their regular a la carte menu is also available.
They are also hosting a brunch with Santa on December 17.
Matsu
Matsu is celebrating Christmas Eve with a special Karaage menu. Priced at $125 per person. Featuring Japanese tradition of Fried Chicken and Strawberry Shortcake. Matsu will be exploring different cuts and styles of fried chicken in an evening of fun and festivities.
Bellamy’s Restaurant
Bellamy’s Restaurant (Escondido) is serving a 3-course prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve. Priced at $78 per person.
They are also serving a Brunch Buffet with Santa on December 9 and 10. Priced at $32 for adults and $18 for kids.
Giaola Italian Kitchen
Giaola Italian Kitchen (Carlsbad) is serving a 3-course prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve. Priced at $55 per person. Their regular a la carte menu is also available.
They are also hosting a brunch with Santa on December 17.
Matsu
Matsu is celebrating Christmas Eve with a special Karaage menu. Priced at $125 per person. Featuring Japanese tradition of Fried Chicken and Strawberry Shortcake. Matsu will be exploring different cuts and styles of fried chicken in an evening of fun and festivities.
Rustic Root
Rustic Root is offering Christmas Dinner to-go packages for 4 people. Items include Honeybaked Ham, Mac & Cheese, Cheddar & Roasted Chile Cornbread, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts. Priced at $80 per package. Last day to order is December 20. Pick up on December 24 and 25.
Callie
Callie is serving a 4-course family-style feast for Christmas Eve. Reservations are available for dining room seating and bar seating. The feast is priced at $95/adult and children 10 and under will be served a 2 course meal for $45/child. A deposit of $25 per person will be charged upon booking, but will be deducted from the final bill.
Tribute Pizza
Tribute Pizza is offering their holiday dinner to-go menu for Christmas. Offerings ranging from complete dinner packages to holiday cocktails.
Harley Gray Kitchen & Bar
Harley Gray Kitchen & Bar will be serving up a Christmas Eve Feast on Decembe 24. Reservations are available from 5 pm to 9 pm. Featuring their famous Prime Rib dinner with all the fixings.
Paradisaea
Paradisaea (La Jolla) is serving a special Christmas Eve menu on December 24. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $95 for adults and $45 for children 12 and under.
Juniper & Ivy
Juniper & Ivy is serving a 4-course Christmas Eve menu on December 24. Reservations are available from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Priced at $125 per person.
Chandler’s Oceanfront Dining- Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Chandler’s Oceanfront Dining (Carlsbad) is serving a 5-course prix-fixe menu on December 24. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8 pm. Priced at $90 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under.
They are also offering a Christmas Day brunch buffet on December 25. Priced at $100 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under.
Chez Loma
Chez Loma (Coronado) is serving a Christmas Eve menu on December 24 from 3 pm to 8 pm.
Main course selections include Beef Wellington, Duck Breast, Filet Mignon, Tender Halibut Papillote, all designed to satisfy the palate. As the evening progresses, sip on hand-selected wines presented by our sommelier or cocktails from our full, before culminating your feast with one of our artful seasonal desserts.
Lilian’s Restaurant
Lilian’s Restaurant (Rancho Santa Fe) is serving a Christmas Eve 3-course Dinner. Reservations are available from 4 pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $125 per person.
They are also serving a Christmas Day plated dinner. Reservations are available from 1 pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at $85 per person. The prime rib, accompanied by horseradish potato puree and grilled asparagus, embodies indulgence with every tender bite, a timeless classic that evokes festive joy. Alternatively, savor the succulent 18oz bone-in pork chop paired impeccably with beet puree, grilled carrots, and pickled grapes—a harmonious blend of savory and sweet that tantalizes the palate.
DIY Christmas San Diego 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.
Holiday entertaining tips
Here are some tips on holiday entertaining including charcuterie board tips, how to cook the perfect turkey like a Chef, and virtual holiday party ideas.
Christmas 2023 Activity Ideas
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Opening on Friday, November 24, guests and locals can skate into a winter wonderland at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s exceptional Glice Skating rink, designed for eco-friendly recreation. Ensure an unforgettable experience by reserving the exclusive cabana chalets complete with firepits, while indulging in the festive spirit with holiday-themed beverages, seasonal treats, and s’mores by the fire. Stay on the lookout for live appearances from Santa Claus and his jolly helpers for some photo ops.
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Gift Ideas
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Check back later as more offerings are added.