Celebrate Christmas in Victoria with a variety of festive dining options that highlight the city’s culinary charm. From elegant afternoon teas to indulgent holiday dinners, Victoria’s restaurants have created special menus to bring the warmth of the season to your table. Whether you’re planning a cozy brunch, a festive Christmas dinner, or want to pick up a pre-cooked turkey for a feast at home, Victoria offers plenty of ways to make your holiday celebrations unforgettable. Here’s a roundup of the top Christmas dining and takeaway options in the city.
Christmas Victoria 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.
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress in Victoria offers a variety of elegant holiday experiences, from festive dining to themed celebrations.
- Festive Afternoon Tea: Enjoy the reimagined classic tea experience with holiday-inspired sandwiches, raisin scones, and seasonal sweets. $109 per adult, $60 per child. Daily in the Lobby Lounge with live carolers on select dates.
- Christmas on the Veranda: Cozy up around the fire overlooking the Inner Harbour with marshmallows, seasonal hot beverages, and cheese or chocolate fondue. Available daily starting mid-December.
- Festive Cocktails in Q Bar: Indulge in holiday-inspired cocktails created by the bartenders at Q Bar. Open daily from 11:00 AM.
- Santa’s Sips: A whimsical cocktail and culinary experience featuring holiday-themed cocktails served in teapots, available from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM on select dates.
- Christmas Eve Dinner in Q Restaurant: Four-course prix fixe dinner from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. $229 per adult, optional wine pairing available.
- Christmas Day Buffet in the Crystal Ballroom: Featuring carving stations, seafood, and holiday classics. Seatings at 12:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 5:00 PM. $269 per adult, $70 per child.
- Christmas Day Dinner in Q Restaurant: A four-course prix fixe dinner from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM. $229 per adult, optional wine pairing available.
- Festive Turkey To-Go: A complete turkey dinner for 10, featuring all the holiday fixings and dessert. $599 plus taxes. Available for pick-up on December 24 and 25.
- Festive Afternoon Tea To-Go: Includes the same sweet and savoury delights as the in-house tea. $75 plus taxes. Available daily.
The Arbutus Room at Brentwood Bay Resort and Spa
The Arbutus Room in Victoria offers a three-course Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Turkey Dinner for CA$79 per person, plus an 18% auto gratuity. Full table participation is required.
First Course (Choice of):
- Fall Salad (GF/VEG)
- Roasted Squash and Sweet Potato Soup (GF/VEG)
Main Course:
- Butter and Herb Roasted Turkey Breast, Sage Brioche Stuffing, Thyme Roasted Fall Vegetables, Buttermilk Potato Purée, Orange and Cinnamon Scented Cranberry Sauce
Dessert (Choice of):
- Classic Pumpkin Pie with Vanilla Chantilly Cream
- Buttered Rum Caramel Cheesecake
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Oak Bay Beach Hotel in Victoria presents a range of holiday dining experiences:
Christmas Dinner in The Snug Pub
- A three-course traditional Christmas dinner for $109 per person. Menu details forthcoming.
Breakfast with Santa
- Buffet brunch on select dates in December, priced at $99 for adults, $59 for children (4–12), and free for infants (3 and under). Includes house-made cookies, photo booth access, and a visit from Santa.
Christmas Day Brunch
- Lavish buffet featuring an omelette and carving station for $149 per adult and $59 per child (4–12).
Christmas Day Dinner in The Dining Room
- Three-course table d’hôte menu with wine pairings for $219 per person.
- Appetizers (Choice of):
- Winter Squash Soup
- Chevre Brulé
- Kusshi Oysters
- Main Course (Choice of):
- Traditional Roast Turkey
- Steak Oscar
- Mushroom Risotto
- Dessert (Choice of):
- Chocolate Hazelnut Bombe
- Whiskey Baba
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