Seasonal
Where to Eat Christmas Dinner in London
From grand hotel feasts to rooms that open on the day: where to eat Christmas dinner in London.
In short: our top picks are The Wolseley, The Goring and The Savoy. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Not everyone wants to cook on Christmas Day, and London has rooms that turn the meal into a proper occasion: grand hotel feasts, festive set menus and the handful of places that open their doors when most of the city is closed. These are where to eat Christmas dinner in London, whether on the day or across the festive run.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Wolseley | Piccadilly | ££££ |
| The Goring | Belgravia | ££££ |
| The Savoy | Strand | ££££ |
| Browns Hotel | Mayfair | ££££ |
| The Wolseley | Piccadilly | ££££ |
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Editor’s choice
The Wolseley
Why we pick itA grand European cafe that makes a real event of Christmas; the most civilised festive lunch in London.
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The Goring
Why we pick itA quintessentially British hotel dining room; the place for a proper traditional Christmas dinner.
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The Savoy
Why we pick itGrand hotel feasting on the day itself; book early, dress up and make a night of it.
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Browns Hotel
Why we pick itLondon's oldest hotel does a warm, elegant Christmas; the Donovan Bar for a festive nightcap.
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Before you book
Christmas Day bookings open early and sell out fast, so reserve well ahead and check exactly which dates a kitchen is open. Festive set menus run through December if the day itself is taken. And confirm what is included; the best rooms make a real event of it, courses, trimmings and all.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The Wolseley is our editor's choice: A grand European cafe that makes a real event of Christmas; the most civilised festive lunch in London. The Wolseley, The Goring and The Savoy lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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