The Best Christmas Restaurants In London If You’re Planning Some Festive Fun

Even though it's not specially made for Christmas, there's something undoubtably festive about the Sunday Brunch Feast and Live Jazz at St Pancras by Searcys. Be transported to a bygone era in the beautiful 1920s art-deco Brasserie, complete with unlimited buffet and waffle stations and free-flowing champagne, all paired with live jazz music from the restaurant’s resident musicians. For us, the best thing was that it's situated in beautiful St Pancras station, which makes it perfect for friends who might have to come in and out of town via the station or nearby Euston. The perfect place for a chic meet-up. Priced at £60 per person (£30 for under 12 children, under 6 eat free), for a more indulgent experience you can upgrade to 90 minutes of free-flowing Searcys Selected Cuvée Champagne at £85 per guest.

With a quirky purple roast potato-inspired pizza on offer (Double Carbs at Xmas), alongside a spicy take on the Christmas evening cheeseboard (Hot Cheeseboard), festive cocktails and the Panettimisu - a dessert special which combines Executive Chef Davide Parato's tiramisu with panettone - Christmas will be in full swing at the award-winning pizza joint from November 28. The limited edition Christmas menu will be available at the Waterloo restaurant and on December 9 they're even throwing an unlimited brunch featuring the menu.

Whether celebrating in groups or seeking an intimate, cosy dinner for two, Galvin at Windows offers a sublime retreat from London’s vibrant Christmas bustle. On the top of London Hilton on Park Lane, it's the perfect spot if you fancy a super luxe treat if you're in central London - perhaps on a shopping trip on Oxford Street just round the corner. The Taste of Christmas lunch and dinner sessions start on November 20 and run until December 30, with prices starting at £55 for three courses.

Two icons have together this winter for a great festive treat to start a night out. The gorgeous, super-central SUSHISAMBA terrace has been transformed into a cosy winter hideout with an eye-catching light installation by way of LED cherry and maple trees whilst blankets are on hand to ward off the chill. Guests will enjoy a specially curated menu of hot and cold cocktails, available to drink on the terrace or for take-away and the regular terrace food menu. You'll find us with a Snowball Margarita in one hand and a Crispy Lobster Taquito in the other.

Consider us OBSESSED. Our favourite breakfast, lunch and dinner spot has unleashed a festive menu. Christmas feasts at Dishoom bring people together to dine from thaals (large plates) laden with delicious dishes. The outrageously indulgent Festive Raan Feast includes the Turkey Raan or (No-Turkey raan!), Sprouts with Lime-chilli dressing and café favourites including Small Plates, Grills, Biryanis served in abundance. Then there are the festive tipples – Punches, Mimosas, Mulled Brambles, and of course, the warming comfort of House Chai. Prices start at £42 per person.

Pasta fans, get ready to have your mouth water. Priced at £45 per person, the feasting menu at legendary Padella Shoreditch promises to be a celebration of the festive season with an array of antipasti, freshly crafted pasta, and decadent desserts. Start with your choice of Aperitivi or a glass of Prosecco, followed by a tempting selection of antipasti, such as Burrata with Le Ferre olive oil and Radicchio, Parmesan and Mint salad with balsamic dressing. To follow, share a selection of Padella’s iconic dishes including Pici Cacio e Pepe, Stracci with Gorgonzola fonduta and sweet onion, and Ravioli of Delica pumpkin and ricotta. Wear stretchy clothes.

Launched from November 1, the Celebration Set Menu at Speedboat bar sounds like the perfect accompaniment to a Soho night out. Bringing the bold flavours of Bangkok’s Chinatown to London. Priced at £50 per person, the menu starts with Speedboat’s signature Sweetcorn Fritters followed by Thai Oysters with smoky Nam Prik Pao chilli jam, and a zingy green seafood sauce topped with crispy shallots. To follow, a warming _Prawn Chu Chee Curry_of whole king prawns immersed in a rich, deep-red coconut cream sauce; tempered with fresh Pickled Mustard Green Salad and Chinese Broccoli, Chestnut, and Shitake Mushrooms. Finish with the Khao Moo - pork hocks slow-braised with soy sauce and an aromatic mix of cassia and star anise, served wok-chopped and juicy over rice, with an acid chilli vinegar garlic sauce. Amazing.

If you're looking for a daytime treat, you can't go wrong with a lovely afternoon tea with an added festive sprinkle. Why not try the Wellington Lounge at the InterContinental London Park Lane for a festive afternoon tea that blends the best of tradition with contemporary twists. Sandwiches come filled with bronze turkey, spiced pear chutney and organic sage on turmeric bread whilst sweet treats include Christmas pudding scones and a ho ho ho gift box with white chocolate, cranberry and coconut dacquoise. All from £69 per person.

Especially for the festive season, Sky Garden once again transforms itself into a sky-high winter wonderland, in partnership with Moët & Chandon. From 8th November, Sky Pod Bar will be decked out with snowy frosted trees, twinkling lights and classic Christmas reds, greens and golds, to contrast with the rich, leafy foliage and exotic plants. Must-try bespoke Moët & Chandon cocktails include include Velvet Elixir, the Berry Sour and the Fireside Royale. A proper fancy festive treat.

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Part of Pizza Express's live offering, The Pheasantry is one of West London's best kept secrets. Featuring an amazing outdoor terrace, incredible jazz nights with some if the scene's biggest names and, of course, the Pizza Express food we know and love, it's the perfect spot for a Chelsea-based festive dinner. They've got a series of amazing Christmas-themed performances coming up with tickets still available. And TRUST US, you are going to need to sample the festive menu more than once...