If you have to be anywhere then Sydney on Christmas Day is pretty good. Especially if you are near the Harbour water. And the closer the better. Christmas Day lunch is a such a traditional event and many restaurants and venues will cater for this with a very special Christmas Lunch menu. If you are with family and friends then even better! And being out and about in Sydney at Jingle Bells time where there can be such a great atmosphere is so cool. It might be the warm Summer weather at Christmas time or the fact that because it is a public holiday there are less people in the CBD.
Christmas time is also about work Christmas parties and we have some great ideas for your Christmas celebrations. It might be Christmas party ideas in Sydney or packaged accommodation for visitors for those indulging! And of course Christmas Day Lunch dining.
And remember, after Christmas is Boxing day, so get ready for those Sydney sales in the CBD and those sails on Sydney Harbour!
Christmas Day Lunch 2025 ideas in Sydney
Checkout these great Christmas Party and Christmas Day lunch ideas on and around Sydney Harbour with cruise and restaurant ideas! For fun what not ask for the seat under the misteltoe.
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P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub
Christmas Eve Dinner & Christmas Day Lunch
Enjoy some traditional Christmas feasts this Christmas at P.J. O'Brien's Sydney. With a 3 Course Dinner on Christmas Eve and a 3 Course Lunch on Christmas Day. Packed with all the traditional festive trimmings help you celebrate with family & friends.
Xmas Eve $86pp, Xmas Day $90pp (Kids $40)Traditional Christmas Feasts with all the Trimmings
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Bennie's Café
Christmas Day Lunch
Indulge this Christmas Day with Christmas Lunch at Bennie's. Enjoy the delicious tastes including main meals, burgers, sandwiches and salads.
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Searock Grill
Christmas Lunch by the Harbour
Enjoy delicious seafood and premium steaks this Christmas Day with Lunch at the Searock Grill. Be treated to the best local sustainable produce with amazing views of the Harbour to celebrate Christmas Day with family and friends.
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Eastbank
Christmas Lunch
Spoil family and friends with a Christmas Day Lunch at Eastbank. They'll enjoy the tastes of the Italian inspired menu with pizzas, pastas and more. Plus unrivalled views of Sydney Harbour from Eastbank's extensive outdoor seating area.
More Christmas Lunch Dining Ideas for Sydney 2025
| LOCATION | VENUE | EVENT | COMMENTS |
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| Sydney | P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub
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Christmas Eve Dinner & Christmas Day Lunch | Enjoy traditional feasts this festive season at P.J's with 3 Course Meals for friends & family on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day complete with all the trimmings. Book now for Christmas! |
| Sydney | Eastbank
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Christmas Lunch at Eastbank | Treat friends and family to Christmas by the harbour and enjoy the fresh summer Italian menu at Eastbank! Featuring delicious pastas and scrumptious pizzas. Make a Booking. |
| Sydney | Searock Grill
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Christmas Seafood Lunch | Indulge this Christmas and treat family and friends to a spectacular seafood platter at Searock Grill. Featuring the best local sustainable seafood cooked to perfection. Reserve your table now. |
| Darling Harbour | Bungalow 8 & The Loft
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Christmas Day Lunch | Great venue for family and friends Christmas Day celebrations. Ho Ho Ho fun in great Sydney Harbour location. |
| Circular Quay | City Extra
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Christmas Day Dining | City Extra in Circular Quay has great atmosphere being just near the ferry terminal and awesome views of Sydney Harbour and all the action. This superb restaurant will be open on Christmas Day so why not make a booking with your family or friends and even arrive by Ferry! |
| Circular Quay | Sir Stamford Sydney
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Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day Lunch | Celebrate with dinner for whole family this Christmas at the Sir Stamford on Circular Key. Indulge in a Christmas Dinner Buffet on Christmas Eve or tuck in to the Christmas Day Seafood Buffet which includes a visit from Santa and LIVE music. |
| The Rocks | Tayim Restaurant & Bar
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Christmas Eve Dinner | Enjoy a modern middle eastern menu this Christmas Eve at Tayim. Treat the family to some bold Christmas Cheer and Flavours to cheer too. |
| Sydney | SkyFeast at Sydney Tower
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Celebrate Christmas | Presented by Trippas White Group celebrate a Christmas Lunch like never before with a fabulous menu lunch in a fabulous rotating venue. Book Online. |
Planning a Christmas Party or End-of-Year Function in Sydney?
Whether you're organising a corporate celebration, office party, team lunch or festive gathering with friends, Sydney offers incredible venues and event options.
Explore Sydney Christmas Party & Function Venues at XmasParty.com.au
More Summer Big Days in Sydney
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