Christmas is all about spending time with family and friends. And if you are lucky enough to be in Melbourne or even live there then you will find a multitude of venue options to maximise your time. Leave the Christmas Day dinner preparation and washing up to someone else.
If you want to entertain Christmas Day Lunch out then these venues in Melbourne CBD, around Docklands, along the Yarra River and other inner suburbs will provide an awesome Christmas experience.
And if you are thinking of an office or work Christmas party then we also have ideas for that too!
Christmas Day Lunch 2026 Ideas Melbourne
Let someone else handle all the stress for Christmas Day Lunch by dining out with the family this Christmas Day at one of these superb Melbourne restaurant or hotel venues. Whether you are after a set menu or a buffet style meal, you are sure to find the perfect option to make this Christmas in Melbourne a special one.
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P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub
Christmas Day Lunch
Celebrate Christmas Day with a warm Irish welcome at P.J. O'Brien's on Southbank. Gather family and friends for a traditional three-course Christmas lunch served from 12:30pm in the Main Bar or Side Bar, with a relaxed festive atmosphere and hearty seasonal favourites. Three-course lunch $105 per person, with a two-course kids' menu (12 years and under) for $35, including a main, dessert and soft drink.
A warm Irish Christmas celebration.
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Young & Jackson
Christmas Day Lunch 2026
This Christmas, Young & Jackson invites guests to savour a festive 4 course set menu brimming with seasonal favourites, all in the heart of Melbourne. Enjoy the warm, welcoming atmosphere without the stress of cooking. $160 Adults | $45 Children
Celebrate Christmas the Easy Way.
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Ludlow Bar & Dining Room
Christmas Day Lunch by the River
Celebrate Christmas Day beside the Yarra with a festive long lunch at Ludlow. A delicious three-course menu, relaxed riverside setting and welcoming atmosphere make it an ideal choice for family celebrations and festive catch-ups. Sit back, enjoy the views and let the team take care of Christmas lunch. Adult dining is $195 per person, with children (12 years and under) $50.
Christmas Lunch by the Yarra.
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Amora Herencia Riverwalk
Christmas Day Lunch
Celebrate Christmas Day with a festive buffet at Amora Herencia Riverwalk Melbourne, featuring fresh seafood, traditional favourites, seasonal salads and decadent desserts. A 3½-hour beverage package, roving jazz band and Santa visit with gifts for the kids add to the celebrations. $285 adults, $195 teens, $150 children; under 3s free.
A festive feast for the whole family.
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BearBrass
Ho. Ho. Ho. Christmas Day Lunch
Celebrate Christmas Day on the Southbank waterfront with a relaxed festive lunch at BearBrass. Enjoy a three-course Christmas feast featuring shared entrée, a choice of main and dessert while taking in river and city views. With sittings from 12pm, it's the perfect setting to gather with family and friends for a memorable Christmas celebration. $140 per person and $50 for the kids' menu (12 years and under).
Christmas lunch with city views.
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Hophaus
Christmas Day Lunch 2026
Celebrate Christmas Day by the Yarra at Hophaus, with a delicious three-course shared feast in the heart of Southbank. Choose from indoor dining or the riverside terrace and settle in for a relaxed festive lunch with family and friends. $150 per person and $40 for children 12 years and under.
A riverside Christmas feast at Hophaus.
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Taxi Kitchen
Christmas Day Lunch 2026
Celebrate Christmas above Federation Square with a five-course festive lunch at Taxi Kitchen. Enjoy seasonal flavours, a cocktail on arrival and sweeping views across Melbourne and the Yarra, while the team takes care of the cooking, dishes and Christmas Day hospitality. $275 per adult and $150 per child.
Five festive courses with Melbourne views.
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Transport Public Bar
Christmas Day at the Pub
Spend Christmas Day at the pub with Transport Public Bar, open from 11am at Federation Square. Settle in for a festive roast with pork, turkey, pigs in blankets and all the favourites, alongside Christmas cocktails, cold beers and live music featuring Aussie and Kiwi classics.
Christmas Day, Transport-style in Melbourne.
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Transit Rooftop Bar
Christmas Day on the Rooftop
Take Christmas celebrations upstairs at the newly renovated Transit Rooftop Bar, open from 12pm until late. Share a festive seafood platter for two featuring prawns, oysters, tuna tartare and tempura flathead, accompanied by Christmas cocktails, multiple DJs and sweeping views across the Yarra and Melbourne skyline.
Seafood, cocktails and Christmas rooftop vibes.
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Plus 5
A Riverside Christmas
Indulge with a Christmas Lunch in a stunning location at Plus 5. With Premium Terrace or Historic Cargo Shed seating. Delicious festive food to suit any tastes. Family Friendly.
Reserve your spot from Christmas Lunch
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Hotel Esplanade
Christmas Day at the Main Bar
This Christmas Day book a table at the Espy and enjoy a modern aussie take on Christmas. .Walk in options will also be available.
Christmas at a Melbourne Icon
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Yarra Botanica
Christmas Day
Skip the kitchen duties and enjoy Christmas Day Lunch at Yarra Botanica. Opening from noon and serving up their full menu. Treat yourself this Christmas Day and Make a booking.
Open for dining on Christmas Day
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The Duke of Wellington
Christmas Day Lunch
Avoid the cooking this Christmas with a Christmas Day Lunch for the whole family at the Duke. Be treated to a multi-course share style Christmas Feast with all the trimmings.
Traditional Christmas Dining
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Village Belle Hotel
Christmas Lunch at the Belle
This Christmas Day let someone else take care of the cooking and spend quality time with the family at the Belle. You'll be treated to a multi course Christmas Lunch. Alternate Menus to suit those with dietary requirements also available.
Dining options for Christmas
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The Wharf Hotel
Christmas Day Lunch
Enjoy the holiday spirit with Christmas Day Lunch at the Wharf. Be treated to a Yarra River views and a 3 course sharing style mean full of Christmas Classics for the whole family. Gluten Free and Vegetarian options.
Christmas lunch with the family
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BangPop
Christmas Dining at BangPop
BangPop brings all the festive flavour with its bold Thai fusion, vibrant riverside setting overlooking the Yarra, and fun-loving atmosphere. Perfect for those wanting luscious food, lively tunes, and a relaxed Christmas feel in the heart of Melbourne.
Celebrate Thai-Style This Christmas!
More Christmas Day Lunch 2026 Ideas for Melbourne
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| Richmond | Amora Herencia Riverwalk
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Christmas Night Buffet Dinner | Finish Christmas Day with a relaxed festive buffet dinner at Amora Herencia Riverwalk Melbourne, featuring seasonal favourites, Christmas table decorations and bonbons. Drinks are available separately from the full bar and wine menu. $115 per adult, $65 per child (4-12 years), with children under 3 free. Book your Christmas night celebration at Amora. |
| Melbourne | Young & Jackson
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Christmas Day Lunch | Enjoy a set menu Christmas Lunch at Young and Jackson for the whole family. Kids Menu available. Book now for Christmas Day. |
| South Wharf | BangPop
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Christmas Day Lunch | Celebrate Christmas Day with fabulous Thai Cuisine at BangPop in South Wharf. Expect to be treated to vibrant flavours from the a la carte menu as well as some exclusive festive specials. Plus they usually put together some special Thai style holiday-themed cocktails to compliment your Christmas Lunch. Typically requires a Minimum Spend per person. Usually open for A La Carte Christmas Dinner as well. |
| Southbank | Eureka 89
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Christmas Day Lunch | Perched high above Melbourne, Eureka 89 offers a spectacular Christmas Day dining experience. Expect a lavish festive menu with a premium beverage package, surrounded by stunning city views. Reserve Your Christmas Celebration Today. |
| Southbank | P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub
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Christmas Dining | P.J.'s loves traditional and what's more traditional at Christmas than a meal with the family. Open with Set Menu Dining Packagers for the whole family on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. |
| Melbourne | The Duke of Wellington
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Christmas Lunch at The Duke | The Duke of Wellington in Melbourne offers a relaxed Christmas Day with all the trimmings. Book Your Festive Table Today |
| Southbank | Hophaus
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Christmas Day Gift Voucher | The Family will love a Hophaus Gift Voucher to cover their next visit at this iconic Southbank venue. |
| Southbank | BearBrass
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Christmas Day Cheer | BearBrass on the Yarra is a Melbourne favourite. Why not treat a friend with a Gift Voucher this Christmas for their next visit. |
| St Kilda | Village Belle Hotel
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Festive Christmas Day Lunch | Enjoy a festive Christmas Day at The Village Belle in Melbourne. Expect a family style menu with multiple sittings available. Reserve Your Festive Table Today. |
| Melbourne | Morris House
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Make Christmas Day Magical | From elegant dining to festive rooftop celebrations, Morris House is the place to enjoy great food, flowing drinks, and seasonal cheer in the heart of Melbourne this Christmas. Plan Your Perfect Christmas Celebration. |
| South Yarra | Temperance Hotel
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Christmas Day Gift Voucher | Do you need a great gift for Christmas? Temperance has fabulous dining and drinks so that you can share the joy with your friends and family. Get a Gift Voucher. |
| Bulleen | The Manningham
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Christmas Day Lunch | Dine out this Christmas Day with Lunch at The Manningham. Perfect for the whole family. Book for Christmas Day. |
| Southbank | Ludlow Bar & Dining Room
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Christmas Day Dining | Everyone loves Ludlow in Melbourne. Celebrate the Christmas with a festive set menu lunch for the whole family. Can't get together on Christmas Day? Why not get the family a gift voucher for their next visit. |
| Docklands | Byblos
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Christmas Dining | Inspired Lebanese flavours and tastes. Byblos isn't open on Christmas Day but why not treat the family to lunch or dinner at Byblos another day as a gift. |
| Southbank | Hopscotch
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Christmas Day Gift Voucher | Treat family or friend with a cool gift idea of a Gift Voucher that you can later share. Hopscotch is a great restaurant in a fabulous location on the Southbank side of the Yarra River. |
| Melbourne | Bourke St Imperial Hotel
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Treat the Family for Christmas | Treat the family to a fabulous set menu Christmas Lunch at the Bourke Street Imperial. Looking for a gift? Spoil someone with a Christmas Gift Voucher. |
Melbourne Christmas Community Events 2026
Melbourne shines with community celebrations that capture the magic of the season. Discover the city's biggest Christmas festivals, carols, and family-friendly events designed to unite locals and visitors alike.
| LOCATION | VENUE | EVENT | COMMENTS |
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| Melbourne | Sidney Myer Music Bowl
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Carols by Candlelight | Join Melbourne's most cherished Christmas tradition as Carols by Candlelight lights up the night with heart-warming performances and festive spirit. Gather with family and friends for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and Christmas magic under the stars. Celebrate the season with song. |
| Melbourne | Bourke St Mall
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Myer Christmas Windows | Experience one of Melbourne's most iconic festive traditions as the Myer Christmas Windows come to life with enchanting storytelling and beautifully crafted displays. Perfect for families and visitors, this annual favourite captures the wonder and nostalgia of the season in the heart of the city. Discover the magic in every pane this Christmas. |
Melbourne Christmas Parties & Corporate Festive Events
From sleek city venues to waterfront dining and rooftop function spaces, Melbourne is packed with great places to celebrate the festive season in style.
Discover Melbourne Christmas Party Venues at XmasParty.com.au
Christmas Party and Function Services in Melbourne 2026
If you are in need of a little something extra for your work Christmas Function or Party check out these fantastic services available in Melbourne. You are sure to find something that will meet your Christmas Function needs.
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Luvlee Gourmet Ice Cream
MelbourneChristmas Ice Cream Hampers
Enjoy something different this festive season with an awesome selection of ice cream hampers. Luvlee Gourmet Ice Cream have award winning ice cream you can order Online and arrange delivery. Fantastic for the whole family.
Celebrate the Festive Season with Ice Cream
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Chefscene
Christmas Function Grazing Boxes
Get your Christmas party catering sorted with delicious grazing boxes by Chefscene. Selection of dips, meats, crackers fresh and seasonal. Sweet and savoury options.
Great for Christmas Parties!
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