It’s that time of the year again when holiday cheer is being sprinkled all over Los Angeles, and your favorite LA restaurants are rolling out special Christmas menus and holiday cocktails. So whether you’re looking for where to eat on Christmas in Los Angeles or you’re seeking a Christmas feast to-go, we’ve got a list of yummy holiday menus for you to choose from. Happy Holidays!
3-Course Christmas Feast at 1 Pico (Shutters On the Beach)
Luxury beachside hotel Shutters On the Beach welcomes you to dine with them on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. 1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.458.0030
- Christmas Eve Dinner: 1 Pico will be serving a 3-course prix fixe menu featuring appetizers, including Maine Scallops and Rustic Porcini Mushroom Soup, and entrees including Chilean Sea Bass, Prime beef Filet, and more. $125; 12/24, 5:30 – 9:00 pm
- Christmas Day Brunch: Spend Christmas dining on a 3-course prix fixe brunch, which includes Salmon Crudo, Flat Croissant, Maine Lobster, Iberico Biscuit Benedict, and more. $95; 12/25, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Christmas Day Dinner: 1 Pico will be serving a 3-course prix fixe Christmas dinner. The specialized menu features appetizers, including Amberjack Crudo and Butternut Squash Soup and entrees including Lobster Bolognese, Wagyu Braised Short Rib, and more. $135; 12/25, 5:30 – 9:00 pm
- Desserts being offered include Crème Fraiche Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta, Chocolate Yule Log Cranberry-Tangerine Pie, and Panettone Crumble.
Christmas Day Buffet at Acapulco Restaurant y Cantina
The All You Can Eat Buffet experts will be offering a specialty brunch buffet at Acapulco on Christmas Day. In honor of the holiday, all Acapulco locations will be offering a Turkey & Ham carving station, as well as unlimited bubbles and mimosas, made-to-order omelettes, traditional Mexican breakfast items including menudo & pozole, fresh salads, taco bar, and a dessert station. After brunch, the regular menus will be available, with $6 House Margaritas and $6 select draft beer. $39.50 (adults) and $13.50 (kids); 12/25, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm and regular menu available starting at 2:00 pm; all Acapulco locations
AKASHA’s Christmas Eve Dinner
AKASHA in Culver City serves Akasha Richmond’s à la carte dinner with the traditional menu featuring AKASHA’s market salads, pastas, plates to share and mains. Try Akasha’s famous Tandoori Chicken Wings in 24- hour marinade with chaat masala, mint relish and tamarind chutney; Gochujang Cauliflower with sweet and spicy sesame glaze, cilantro & lime; Bali Seafood Curry with black rice, shrimp, squid, scallops, salmon, vegetables & cilantro; Peri Peri Half Chicken with house steak fries, white sauce & herb; and Creekstone Hanger Steak with charred broccolini, smashed fingerlings, horseradish whipped cream & roasted shallots! Happy Holidays! Various prices; 12/24, 5:30 pm; 9543 Culver Blvd, Culver City, 90232; 310.845.1700
Spicy Christmas Eve Cravings Angry Chickz
Satisfy your spicy cravings this Christmas Eve! Angry Chickz will be open, serving up our signature heat to make your holiday even better. Hours may vary by location, so check with your local Angry Chickz. Various prices; 12/24, Various hours and locations
Christmas Eve at A.O.C.
A.O.C. on 3rd Street and in Brentwood will celebrate with Suzanne’s à la carte seasonal dinner menu featuring new winter dishes – market fish with celery root, brussels sprouts, sherry & golden raisins; liberty duck breast with verjus-poached quince, mustard greens & hazelnuts; westholme wagyu brisket with potato-gruyère gratin, calabrian crema & beef bacon; and spiced fish tagine with kabocha squash, quinoa, dried cranberries, turmeric & pepita pistou. Christmas Eve will also offer classics for the holidays, including Lucques short ribs, a seafood plateau, Murillo’s eggnog, hot chocolate, Christmas cocktails and a holiday flight selected by Caroline Styne. The halls will be decked and the Dickensian carolers will be singing throughout the night as guests enjoy the glowing warmth of the cozy indoor and outdoor fireplaces. Happy Holidays! Various prices and hours; 3rd Street and Brentwood locations
4-Course Christmas Eve/Christmas Dinner at Bar Louie
For Christmas Eve and Christmas dinner, Bar Louie has you and a plus one covered with an amazing 4- Course Dinner for Two! Guests can pick one Bar Bite to share, a choice of soup or salad per person, a choice of entrée per person, and one dessert to share. Pick from select options like the Citrus Grilled Salmon or Parmesan Crusted Chicken and finish your night with a delectable dessert like their famed Cinnamon Donut Holes. For guests looking for something simpler, Bar Louie is also offering an amazing burger option where guests can get a Craft Burger with fries or Tots for only $8. $75 ($85 at select locations); 12/24, Various hours and locations
Premier Christmas Dining at The Belvedere (The Peninsula Beverly Hills)
Guests are invited to celebrate the joy of the holidays through The Belvedere’s seasonal offerings, such as a multi-course Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner. Happy Holidays! $195 and +$50 (a supplemental fourth course can be added); 9882 S Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 310.551.2888
- Christmas Eve Dinner: Guests can experience a Christmas Eve dinner like no other at The Belvedere, where a 3-course pre-fix menu. 12/24, 5 – 9:00 pm
- Christmas Day Dining: As guests gather to celebrate Christmas Day, The Belvedere invites them to enjoy a delicious 3-course pre-fix menu. 12/25, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Christmas Eve at Black Angus
Spend Christmas Eve at America’s favorite steakhouse, Black Angus. Enjoy a variety of off-menu dishes, plus a cooked Prime Rib for 4 ($189.99) to satisfy the holiday cravings. 12/24, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm; All Black Angus locations
Black Angus Steakhouse will be serving the following off menu dishes including:
- Seasonal Entrée: Grilled Porterhouse ($34.99; add 4 Wild Shrimp $43.99) – 22 oz. Porterhouse steak served with your choice of 2 classic sidekicks
- Seasonal Steakhouse Starter: Crab Cake ($14.99) – Blue Crab, tartar sauce made in-house
- Seasonal Dessert: Red Velvet Cheesecake ($9.99) – Red Velvet Cake, cheesecake, and white chocolate
- Supreme Lobster Mac & Cheese: Lobster Bacon Mac (Signature mac & cheese, lobster meat, bacon crumbles, panko breadcrumbs, parsley); Lobster Truffle Mac (Signature mac & cheese, lobster meat, truffle oil, panko breadcrumbs, parsley); Lobster Bleu Mac (Signature mac & cheese, bleu cheese, lobster meat, panko breadcrumbs, and parsley)
- The Black Angus Market will also be offering 4 lbs raw prime rib to purchase for $89.
3-Course Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner at THE Blvd
Eat, drink, and be merry at THE Blvd with Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner. $160 (adults) and $65 (children 6-12); 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 310.385.3901
- Christmas Eve: The talented team at THE Blvd will be making spirits bright with a special 3-course dinner by Chef Rafael Alcala on Christmas Eve. Begin the meal with the smoked chicken broth, salad of poached pear or tuna tartare. For the entrée, enjoy the maple spiced glazed duck breast with burnt orange, wagyu NY striploin, lion’s mane mushroom, or ora king salmon. Next up, choose one of the Pastry team’s tantalizing desserts – the Yule log or Christmas wreath made with gingerbread, apple, brown butter, vanilla fluff and pecans. And to end things on a “high note,” the restaurant will have live music from 6 – 9:00 pm. 12/24, 5 – 9:30 pm
- Christmas Dinner: Eat, drink and be merry at THE Blvd with a Christmas Day 3-course menu by Chef Rafael Alcala. The first course features the choice of a celery root and vanilla soup with poached shrimp, a persimmon and cranberry salad or citrus cured Hamachi with yuzu broth. For the main course, there is a choice of glazed Cornish hen, beef wellington, beet and goat cheese tart or the miso-glazed sea bass. Then make sure to save room for dessert as there is a choice between the apple crumble cheesecake or Mont Blanc complete with smoked cream and rum chestnut. There will also be live music from 12 – 3:00 pm to help get guests into the holiday spirit. 12/25, 11:30 am – 9:30 pm
Christmas Brunch at Chevys Fresh Mex
Normally only available on the weekends, Chevys Fresh Mex will open early on Christmas morning for their iconic brunch menu. In addition, guests can pair their dishes with the restaurant’s classic brunch cocktails including Mimosas and Bloody Marys. For those who prefer Chevy’s classics and popular dishes, the regular menu will also be available, along with $6 House Margaritas and $6 select draft beers. Happy Holidays! Various prices; 12/25, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm; All Chevys Fresh Mex locations
3- Course Christmas Eve Dinner at CUT Beverly Hills (Beverly Wilshire)
Holiday gatherings are done right at Michelin-recommended CUT Beverly Hills with their expertly prepared three-course menu. Executive Chef Drew Rosenberg’s menu starts with a burrata cheese and beet salad, Japanese scallop carpaccio, heirloom apple salad or Dungeness crab tartlet. Choose from a delectable menu of cuts from 35-day Dry Aged Ribeye, Filet Mignon, Wagyu Filet Mignon, Pan Roasted Dover Sole, Japanese Kobe Red Wine Wagyu Filet or the Wild Mushroom Carnaroli Risotto. For the table, share sides of Roasted Carrots, Heirloom Polenta, Wagyu Tallow French Fries and Butternut Squash. For the dessert, choose between the Mont Blanc Pavlova or the Chocolate Souffle. Happy Holidays! $180 (adult) and $65 (children 6 – 12); 12/24, 5 – 9:00 pm; Beverly Wilshire – 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 310.275.5200
Christmas Day Buffet at El Torito Mexican Grill
The All You Can Eat Buffet experts will be offering a specialty buffet on Christmas Day. El Torito’s Holiday Buffet will include a Tri-Tip & Ham carving station, as well as unlimited bubbles and mimosas, made-to-order omelettes, traditional Mexican breakfast items including menudo & pozole, fresh salads, taco bar, and a dessert station. After brunch, the regular menus will be available, with $6 House Margaritas and $6 select draft beer. $41.50 (adults) and $$13.50 (children) at El Torito locations in Marina del Rey, Redondo Beach, Monterey, San Leandro and $39.50 (adults) and $13.50 (children) at all remaining El Torito locations; 12/25, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm and regular menu at 2:00 pm
Christmas Eve Dinner at The Exchange (Freehand Los Angeles)
Enjoy a delicious Christmas Eve dinner with Chef Narita Santos’ modern Middle Eastern-inspired menu and Christmas Eve specials at The Exchange. Happy Holidays! Various prices; 12/24, 5 – 9:00 pm; Freehand Los Angeles – 416 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.612.0021
Specials include:
- Crispy Pumpkin ($18) w/ parmesan mousse
- Clams Casino ($28) w/ garlic, butter, and herbed breadcrumbs
- Roasted Chicken ($36) w/ Swiss chard, au jus, Meyer lemon aioli, and pearled couscous
- Ribeye ($54) w/ 8 oz. Altair Wagyu, mushroom gravy, and crispy polenta
- Whole Grilled Branzino (MP) w/ chermoula and roasted chicories
3-Course Christmas Dinner at FYC Bar (Hotel Amarano)
On Christmas Day, FYC Bar + Kitchen at the luxury boutique Hotel Amarano in Burbank will be serving a special 3-course menu. The menu will include Butternut Squash Soup OR Radicchio Cup Mushroom Salad with avocado, chives & balsamic vinaigrette; Apple Wood Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon with jumbo prawns, mashed potatoes, baby carrots & Brussels sprouts OR Pistachio-Crusted Roasted Sea Bass with citrus sauce, mashed potatoes, baby carrots & Brussels sprouts – and desserts such as Chocolate Lava Cake, New York Cheesecake, Apple Tarte Tatin or Crème Brûlée – along with coffee or tea. $70 (per person); 12/25, 3 – 10:00 pm; 322 N Pass Ave, Burbank, California 91505; 818-842-8887
Christmas Eve Dinner & Christmas Day Brunch at The Hideaway
Beverly Hills’ upscale Mexican restaurant, The Hideaway will be open for both Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day brunch. 421 N Rodeo Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.974.8020
- Christmas Eve Dinner: For Christmas Eve Dinner, The Hideaway will offer a 3-course dinner in addition to their regular dinner menu. Highlights include a Chile Morita New Zealand Braised Lamb Shank, served with grilled corn, poblano tamale, and mint salsa fresca. $85 and +$50 (tequila flight) and +28 (wine flight); 12/24; Please contact The Hideaway for seating times
- Christmas Day Brunch: On Christmas Day, The Hideaway will offer their weekend brunch menu along with their regular menu. Please note: their Uno, Dos, Tres menu will not be available that day. Brunch highlights include a decadent Churro Sticky Bun, the ultimate Breakfast Burger covered in black truffle aioli, and an Avocado Toast with the option to add butter poached Maine Lobster. While some people dream of a White Christmas, others want to escape to the sunny beaches of Mexico. At The Hideaway, diners can feel transported to a warmer climate and enjoy boozy popsicles, including Strawberry & Mint and Kiwi & Lime. Various prices; 12/25 11:00 am – 4:00 pm (brunch) 11:00 am – 11:00 pm (regular menu)
Celebrate Christmas at Hotel Casa del Mar
Hotel Casa del Mar will offer a Christmas Day brunch and Christmas Day dinner for those looking to celebrate. Both the brunch and dinner include an extravagant dessert display filled with Sticky Toffee Cakes, Apple Pie, Eggnog Crème Brulee, Peppermint Brownies, Gingerbread Holiday Cookies, and more. $125; 12/25, Please contact the hotel directly for seating times; 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.581.55533
- The Christmas Day Brunch includes an appetizer such as Butternut Squash Soup or French toast as well as an entrée such as Dungeness Crab Cake Benedict or Glazed Ham.
- The Christmas Day Dinner includes appetizers such as Winter Kale Salad or Dungeness Crab Tart and an entrée such as Prime Rib Roast or Stuffed Conchiglioni.
Casual Ramen Christmas Experience at Ippudo
Ippudo is open on Christmas Day for a casual ramen experience with a unique blend of tradition and modernity in West Hollywood. Happy Holidays! Various prices; Please contact Ippudo for seating times; 8352 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.986.2717
Christmas Eve at Jar
Suzanne Tracht’s Jar, now in its 23rd year, will serve the restaurant’s traditional à la carte menu for Christmas Eve. Signatures include Crab Deviled Eggs; Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing;; tender Pot Roast; Prime Kansas City Steak and Char Siu Pork Chop, all enhanced by a menu of tempting sides, including the spectacular Duck Fried Rice and arguably the best Onion Rings in the city. Expect Suzanne’s favorite holiday specials and perfectly mixed cocktails, especially the Jar Gimlet and Serengeti. Don’t forget the Butterscotch Pudding or the Hot Fudge Sundae with Fosselman’s Ice Cream! Dropping in to eat at the bar is always a good choice for impromptu dining! Various prices; 12/24, 5 – 9:00 pm; 8225 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 323.655.6566
Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet at Local Current (Marriott Long Beach Downtown)
Always filled with excitement and good cheer, Christmas Eve celebrants may choose to be guests at Marriott Long Beach Downtown’s first Christmas Eve Buffet served at its new, modern decor Local Current. The special savory buffet is the masterwork of Chef Leo De Leon and his kitchen crew. To begin the feast, there’s Lobster Bisque Soup with tarragon crème fraîche and fines herbes and the bread display offers Assorted Dinner Rolls and Rosemary Focaccia with whipped butter. Salads are Gem Salad with shaved parmesan, chives, focaccia crouton and classic Caesar dressing and Rocket Arugula & Pear Salad composed of endive, stilton blue cheese, candied walnuts and pear vinaigrette. Chilled Shrimp Cocktail and Oysters and Crab Claws with sauces are served at theseafood display. Delicious entrées feature Prime Rib with bearnaise and horseradish cream and Roasted Turkey with gravy and housemade cranberry sauce. Sides include Asparagus, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Heirloom Carrot and Cream Corn Casserole. Favorite luscious Christmas confections will be Yule Logs, Christmas Cookies, Walnut Cake, Apple Pie Crumble, Crème Brûlée and Profiteroles. Happy Holidays! $95 (adults); $32 (children 12 and under); 12/24, Please contact the restaurant directly for seating times; Marriott Long Beach Downtown – 111 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802; 562.437.5900
Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with a 4-Course Feast at Lumière (Fairmont Century Plaza)
Lumière will offer a festive Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Prix-Fixe Menu, featuring an elegant four-course feast. Start the evening with a complimentary glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne, followed by options like Lobster Thermidor or Slow-Braised Beef Cheek. Guests can enjoy the holiday magic in the chic setting of Lumière, while children’s menu options ensure a family-friendly affair. For those seeking a more traditional dining experience, Lumière’s regular à la carte menu will also be available during the festivities. Happy Holidays! $125; 12/24 and 12/25; Please contact the restaurant for seating times; Fairmont Century Plaza – 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 310.424.3031
Enjoy a Luxurious Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Mastro’s Beverly Hills
Mastro’s Beverly Hills welcomes you to dine on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day in opulence and luxury. 12/24, 3 – 10:00 pm and 12/25, 2 – 9:00 pm; 246 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.888.8782
- In-House Dining: For classic Beverly Hills luxury, Mastro’s Beverly Hills will be open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, serving their fresh oysters, caviar, decadent seafood towers, steaks and sides galore, along with luscious desserts and handcrafted cocktails – even a succulent Rabbi’s Daughter Kosher Bone-In Ribeye 16 oz. Steak for anyone celebrating Hanukkah (or who just likes great steaks). 12/24, 3 – 10:00 pm and 12/25, 2 – 9:00 pm
- For those who want their holiday meal from the comfort of their own home, Mastro’s Beverly Hills will have their famously decadent side dishes to go this year! Orders must be placed by 12/22.
- The following sides will serve up to 4 people, and cost $62 each:
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Green Beans with Sliced Almonds
- Creamed Corn
- Creamed Spinach
- Pecan Pie and Cinnamon + Pecan Butter Cake (a twist on their famed Butter Cake) available now through 12/30
- The following sides will serve up to 4 people, and cost $62 each:
Luxurious 8-Course Christmas Omakase Menus at NOBU
Available on Christmas and Christmas Eve, Nobu Los Angeles will be offering a luxurious 8-course omakase menu for those who prefer to skip out on the holiday cooking and opt in for an immersive culinary experience. A few highlight dishes from the omakase include Toro Tartare with Kumomoto Oyster, White Fish Tiradito, Wagyu Short Ribs and finishes with an Apple Miso Butterscotch Bread Pudding. $275; 12/24 – 12/25, Please contact Nobu for seating times; 903 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069
Christmas Dining at NORMS
Forget the stress of cooking for the holidays and let NORMS handle it all! Various prices, hours, and locations
- The iconic diner staple, with 23 locations throughout Southern California, is offering their latest LTO menu which features delicious specials and seasonal delights at unbeatable prices. Diners can start their mornings or end their nights right with dishes like the 1/2 lb. Filet Mignon Steak and Eggs for $20.99, Filet Mignon Steak Omelet for $18.99 filled with spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, and jack and cheddar cheese served with hash browns and choice of hotcakes or toast. Warm up with a hearty 1/2 lb. Filet Mignon Trio for $26.99 served with fried shrimp, chicken tenders and choice of potato and daily vegetable, Roasted Turkey Dinner for $14.99 complete with all the fixings including roasted turkey breast, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, gravy and daily vegetable. Guests looking to jazz up their fry game with Disco Fries for $8.99 with crispy golden french fries topped with brown gravy, jack and cheddar cheese and green onion.
- Not to be outdone, guests who want to cut the holiday prep stress can pre-order NORMS’ Holiday Family Meal, which feeds a family of four and is available to-go only. With this deal, enjoy a roasted turkey breast or brown sugar-glazed ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce. Served with chicken and sausage gumbo, green salad, and a whole pumpkin or apple pie. $99.99
Luxury Christmas Dining at Novikov
London’s finest in the heart of Los Angeles Novikov is open on Christmas Day for a luxury dining experience in the heart of Beverly Hills’ iconic Golden Triangle. Happy Holidays! Various prices; Please contact the restaurant for seating times; 257 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.300.0090
OTOTO’s Annual Tradition: JFC
OTOTO’s annual tradition: JFC, is coming back. IYKYK, but in case you don’t: JFC (Japanese Fried Chicken) is an homage to the Japanese tradition of eating KFC on Christmas. Yep, you got that right. Some savvy KFC exec decided to market a Christmas meal set in Japan many years ago and now it’s the meal of choice for the majority of Japanese people on 12/25. $100; 12/21 – 12/23; 5:00 pm – sold out; (dine-in and pre-ordered to go, pickup only)
Each set serves 2, $100
- Jidori Fried Chicken ( 5 pcs per order)
- Japanese Potato Salad
- Yuzu Kosho Coleslaw
- Shrimp and Shitake Gratin
- Biscuits with Koji Honey Butter
- Butter Mochi
Palma Ristorante
My favorite new Burbank fine dining restaurant Palma is open on Christmas Day, and will be serving a whole imported Iberico pig ($350)! Make sure to pair your meal with one of Palma’s craft cocktails, wines, or spirits. 269 E. Palm Ave. Burbank, CA 91502; 818.748.3000
Polly’s Pies Caters Christmas Dinner
Polly’s Pies catering offers meals for all family and friends gatherings big or small this holiday season. With free delivery on orders over $500, Polly’s Pies is the perfect place to get your holiday feasts and pies this Christmas. They have over 5 holiday feast options with delicious sides and your choice of pie. Don’t forget about the main dishes, Polly’s Pies offers Oven-Roasted Turkey and Sliced Glazed Ham ready to eat for any size gathering. Sides are also available for purchase as well as freshly baked breakfast bundles. Please note the Prime Rib is available to pick up 12/23 and 12/24. Various prices, hours and locations
Christmas Day at the The Rooftop (Wayfarer DTLA)
Come by the eclectic downtown LA hotel on Christmas Day to enjoy holiday specials! Chef Victor Morales will cook up special menu items at The Rooftop including red wine poached pear salad, Tuscan kale and bean soup, seared diver scallop, and beef wellington. For dessert, indulge in Buche de Noel and Santa’s spiked milk and cookies. The regular menu will also be available on Christmas Day. Various prices; 12/25, 12 – 8:00 pm; 813 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90017; 213.285.4400
Christmas at SALT (Marina del Rey Hotel)
Celebrate Christmas at Marina del Rey Hotel’s signature waterfront restaurant SALT. 13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292; 424.289.8223
- Celebrate Christmas Eve with a delightful candlelit dinner. Choose from Filet Mignon, Grilled Branzino, Surf & Turf, King Salmon, Maple Glazed Ham, and more. Various prices; 12/24, 4 – 10:00 pm
- On Christmas Day, join SALT for a festive prix fixe celebration. Enjoy a holiday meal including Maple Glazed Ham, Boneless Short Rib, King Salmon, and more. Dessert includes Chocolate Molten Cake or a slice of pumpkin pie served with a delightful scoop of ice cream! $75; 12/25, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Christmas Eve at Saltie Girl
This Christmas Eve, West Hollywood seafood destination, Saltie Girl, will celebrate with festive offerings alongside their regular a la carte menu. Specials include Butternut Squash Soup, Lobster Pot Pie, and Wagyu Short Rib alongside a Sticky Toffee Pudding from pastry chef Ben Sidell. Various prices; Please contact Saltie Girl for seating times; 8615 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.734.7296
Festive Meals at Tender Greens
Enjoy festive meals at Tender Greens. Customers can pre-order festive meals, which feature high-quality ingredients crafted for a memorable experience. Holiday Feasts (serving 10) allow families to enjoy a gourmet meal without the fuss. All feasts can be picked up chilled and ready to warm and serve at home. Various prices, hours (through 1/8), and locations
Celebrate Christmas at Terrace (The Maybourne Beverly Hills)
Nestled in the heart of Beverly Hills’ iconic Golden Triangle, The Maybourne Beverly Hills brings the best of London’s holiday charm to the West Coast with a line-up of holiday feasts. Happy Holidays! 225 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.860.7800
- Christmas Eve & Day Dinner: The Terrace at The Maybourne is the perfect place to spend Christmas Eve or Christmas with a delightful 4-course dinner. $252.53 and +$95 (wine selection) and $65 (children’s menu); 12/24 – 12/25, 5 – 9:00 pm
- Christmas Day Brunch: Snowy linens, golden lights, and soaring archways set the perfect backdrop for a holiday feast. The menu includes sharing plates, signature roast turkey, crisp salads, grilled seafood, and hearty pasta dishes. $195 and $65 (children’s menu); 12/25, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm;
Christmas Eve Tamales at Tito’s Tacos
We love the tradition of Christmas Eve tamales, but they take hours to make. The beloved, family-owned since 1959 Tito’s Tacos offers both a succulent Chicken Tamale – cilantro grilled chicken and Anaheim green chiles wrapped in homemade corn masa & steamed in a corn husk OR a Veggie Tamale, fresh veggies and pinto beans, wrapped in homemade corn masa and steamed in a corn husk. $8+; Orders can be placed online for delivery or pickup on or before 12/23; 11222 Washington Place, Culver City, CA 90230; 310.391.5780
Desserts
Froyo Joy: Last-Minute Holiday Deals at Yogurtland
Get into the Christmas Spirit with Yogurtland! Yogurtland provides sweet ways for guests to enjoy the holidays with seasonal frozen yogurt flavors, toppings, festive cups, and spoons for an extra sprinkle of holiday cheer. Various prices, hours, and locations
Holiday Cocktails
Holiday Espresso Martinis at ALK (About Last Knife)
The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood’s signature restaurant ALK will offer three new flavors of Espresso Martinis in time for the winter season. Martini lovers can dine at ALK to enjoy a choice of S’mores Espresso Martini, Peppermint Espresso Martini, Amaretto Espresso Martini, and the classic Espresso Martini ($19) or available in a flight of three ($28). Mondays – Sundays, 7:00 am – 10:00 pm; Godfrey Hotel Hollywood – 1400 Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.762.1000
Mastro’s Holiday Cocktail
For the month of December, Mastro’s is offering a special holiday cocktail – Under The Mistletoe. 246 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.888.8782
4 Festive Cocktails at Mírate
It’s the most wonderful time of year at Mírate in Los Feliz! The award-winning bar is teaming up with Zapote Bar at Rosewood Mayakoba in Mexico on two holiday activations beverage fans and foodies won’t want to miss. Festive Cocktails, All December Long: This month, Mírate and Zapote Bar – both featured on World’s Best’s “50 Best Bars in North America” list this year – are hosting a Yucatán and Puebla-inspired holiday cocktail pop-up that’s sure to lift holiday spirits. For this pop-up, award-winning Beverage Directors Max Reis of Mírate and Joshua Monaghan of Zapote Bar have co-created a menu featuring 4 festive cocktails, including the Apapacho (Don Fulano Anejo, Vermouth Rosso, Coffee, Heavy Cream, Nutmeg, Pinole) and the El Emperador (Sonajero Pomegranate Ponche, Green Chile, Parsley, Walnut Ice Cream). These limited-time cocktails will be available through New Year’s. Various prices; Sundays – Thursdays, 5 – 11:00 pm and Fridays – Saturdays, 5:00 – 12:00 am; 1712 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.649.7937
Happy Holidays!