Celebrate Christmas in Tampa with a variety of festive dining options that showcase the city’s vibrant culinary scene. From sophisticated afternoon teas to indulgent holiday dinners, local restaurants have prepared special menus to capture the joy of the season. Whether you’re planning a cozy brunch, a lavish Christmas dinner, or want to pick up a pre-cooked turkey for a feast at home, Tampa offers plenty of ways to make your holiday celebrations memorable. Here’s a roundup of the best Christmas dining and takeaway options in the city.
Christmas Eve falls on Tuesday, December 24 this year, followed by Christmas Day on Wednesday, December 25.
Christmas Tampa 2024: Restaurant Offerings
This list is not exhaustive and I update the 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, I would recommend contacting them to see what they are offering.
Flor Fina
Flor Fina in Tampa is offering a family-style feast on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The multi-course meal includes:
First Course
- House Bread Service with Whipped Calabrian Chili Butter
- Orzo Salad with Tuscan Kale, Truffle, and Crispy Shallot
- Christmas Seafood Stew with Yukon Potato and Chili Saffron Nage
Main Feast
- Roasted Chateaubriand with Rosemary-Juniper Demi
- Wood Fire Grilled Bone-In Ham Steak with Spiced Rum-Chipotle-Pineapple Chutney
- Stuffed Rock Lobster Tail with Cornbread Deviled Crab and Beurre Blanc
- Whipped Manchego Potatoes
- Twice-Baked Yams with Maple, Meringue, and Pecan
- Charred Broccolini with Orange, Smoked Garlic, and Parmesan
- Stewed Greens with Ham Hock and Chili Flake
Dessert Platters
- Dulce de Leche Yule Log
- Peanut Butter Pie with Marshmallow, Caramelized Bananas, and Fig Jam Miguelitos
A kid-friendly buffet is available featuring chicken tenders, mac and cheese, baked penne, broccoli, and fruit salad.
Azure at EDITION
Azure at EDITION in Tampa is serving seaside-inspired Grecian fare on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The menu features their usual offerings complemented by festive specialties in a rooftop setting with expansive views. Reservations are available starting at 11 AM.
Lilac
Lilac in Tampa is offering a four-course prix-fixe menu on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for $185 per person. This Mediterranean-inspired feast is designed to bring family and friends together in an elegant setting. Guests can choose between the Lilac Dining Room or the Lobby Lounge for their dining experience. Reservations begin at 4 PM.
Market at EDITION
Market at EDITION in Tampa is serving a festive menu on Christmas Day inspired by the Italian coastline. The menu combines traditional offerings with updated holiday classics. Reservations begin at 11 AM.
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