Festive Dining in Soho
Festive feasts and must-try Christmas menus
Soho and Carnaby Street stand out as London’s ultimate festive destinations, offering a vibrant atmosphere and an exceptional array of restaurants. With everything from group-friendly feasts to intimate culinary experiences, the area is a haven for food lovers and holiday revellers alike.
Festive Dining Highlights
For those keen to explore Soho’s rich culinary heritage, Donia, Imad’s Syrian Kitchen, Kiln, and Rita’s are must-visit destinations. Indulge in Filipino-inspired comfort food at Donia, enjoy vibrant Middle Eastern dishes at Imad’s Syrian Kitchen, savour bold Thai flavours at Kiln, or discover globally influenced festive flair at Rita’s.
For unforgettable group gatherings, The Duck & Rice offers festive menus for parties of 4 to 200, perfect for holiday lunches, dinners, and work celebrations. Meanwhile, the Bombay-inspired Dishoom provides a warm, stylish setting with group seating options for 8 to 20 guests, making it ideal for sharing their signature dishes.
For those seeking a Mediterranean twist, The Counter delivers a chic dining experience with expertly crafted drinks and music, catering to groups of up to 30. If exclusivity is on the menu, the 12-seater Evelyn’s Table impresses with its intimate tasting menu and drink pairings, perfect for making the festive season truly memorable.
Celebrate with The Palomar with their festive lunch and dinner menus available with reservations available for large groups up to 10 guests or for semi-private or larger group hire. Dehesa provides an intimate Wine Cellar Dining Room experience for up to 14 guests. Festive dining options including festive set menus featuring nibbles, tapas to share, and dessert.
Finally, The Little Violet Door is perfect for parties of all sizes, from small gatherings to full-blown house parties. Spread across two storeys, the 180-capacity London-centric venue celebrates Carnaby’s rich artistic heritage. Guests can play retro board games, compete at Mario Kart, explore a fancy dress wardrobe, or dance the night away in a vibrant, fun setting. Make sure to dig into their delicious Christmas menu packed with festive classics including pigs in blankets, fried brie and cranberry, leek and stilton quiche, mince pies and more alongside Christmas cocktails including the Elf'Spresso Martini, Miracle on Thirty-Fig Street and A Fizzmas Carol.
Dishoom
’Tis the season to feast gloriously. The chefs at Dishoom have been hard at work to bring you a generous new Christmas Feast. Dine on a dazzling line-up of festive favourites include Turkey Raan with all the trimmings, rich Gravy galore and Cranberry Jewelled naans for ripping and dipping. Add a whole Lamb Rack to crown the table, delight in Parsnip & Kale Chaat, Chilli Cinnamon Sprouts and end on a high with the indulgent Mulled Wine Pudding.
Fancy a festive breakfast instead? Dishoom and Permit Room have joined forces with chef and author Seema Pankhania, known for her joyful recipes celebrating global flavours, to create two festive takes on Dishoom’s much-loved Naan Rolls, running every breakfast until 24th December! Dig into the Pigs-In-Blankets Naan Roll or vegetarian/vegan Christmas Stuffing Naan Roll for a Christmas breakfast with a twist.
Temper
With everything from hearty fire-cooked meats to bold flavours, Temper Soho delivers. Whether you want the whole restaurant for a full-blown takeover or a more intimate corner with your friends, Temper has you covered. Fire-grilled meats, flowing drinks, and a party atmosphere - pair it with a margarita and what more could you want?
Pizza Pilgrims
Celebrate the festive season with a classic Italian feast! Indulge Christmas specials, available from 3rd November including the 'All I Want for Christmas is Ragu' - a slow-cooked Neapolitan beef ragu with nduja & sausage meatballs, San Marzano tomatoes, Fior di Latte and parmesan for a proper festive showstopper and the 'Pistachio Babamisu' - a traditional Neapolitan rum baba transformed with layers of mascarpone cream, pistachio sauce and a generous scattering of crushed pistachios.
For group celebrations, Pizza Pilgrims’ Festive Pilgrimage menus make Christmas parties easy, no pre-orders, just bring your friends, colleagues or family and let the sharing begin. Options range from a quick and cheerful feast designed for speedy team lunches, to a more indulgent spread with antipasti, fritti, sides, unlimited crust dippers and dessert, all served family style to keep the festive spirit flowing.
Rosa's Thai
Christmas bookings are now live at Rosa's Thai. Enjoy 2 courses for £25 or 3 courses for £28 from the delicious Festive Menu.
You can pick from popular mains including the winter warming Khao Soi or the popular Pad Kra Prow, enjoy mini desserts and end with a shot of home-brewed Thai Moonshine (or non-alcoholic Sunshine).
Christmas Specials
Carnaby Street and Soho also boast Christmas-themed menus and seasonal dishes from some of London’s most beloved eateries. Highlights include:
● Polpo - Feast on the delicious festive menu from Venetian restaurant, Polpo. Available throughout December including a glass of prosecco for just £70 per person.
● Brindisa Tapas - Dine on the Christmas Crunch menu from 17th November for just £20 per person. The menu encompasses a a spread of para picar dishes like cocktail mixes, olives and prawn butter on sourdough. To finish indulge in the burnt Basque cheesecake or an orange chocolate tart.
● Kricket: Share in the spirit of the season with Kricket’s Festive Taste of Kricket menu, featuring signature dishes and seasonal additions ideal for gatherings big and small.
● The Ganton Arms: Where festive dining meets the vibrant spirit of London, their specially crafted festive menus are perfect for group gatherings, whether you’re planning a cheerful Christmas lunch or a lively evening celebration.
● Pastaio: Offers Christmas set menus designed to suit a variety of budgets and tastes. With four different menus starting from £28, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this festive season.
● Patty & Bun - Tuck into the Christmas special 'Yule be Jammin', a Dry Aged Beef Patty with Deep Fried Double Breaded Brie, Black Truffle Mayo, American Cheese, Crispy Onions and Chilly Jam.
Dirty Bones
Indulge in the ultimate festive feast at Dirty Bones in Kingly Court. Choose from 2 courses for £36 or 3 courses for £20, available until 28th December with a menu packed full of festive exclusives - Snow Balls, Butternut & Beets, Duck & Waffle, Truffled Wagyu Burger, NY Strip Steak, Turkey Schnitzel and more.
Dessert with a festive twist
This November, Donutelier invites you to step into a world of festive fantasy with their latest limited-edition Christmas collection inspired by The Nutcracker. The collection celebrates the artistry of of pastry with enchanting creations. Indulge in:
- The Spiced Apple Tutu - crème pâtissière filling, vanilla sugar crust, Chantilly cream, spiced almond sable disc, and caramelised apples
- Berry Glissé - berries, meringue, featuring a crème pâtissière filling, a frutti di bosco-filled white chocolate shell, soft meringue, crispy raspberries, raspberry pearls, and a hint of crispy coconut
- Pistachio Pirouette - pistachio pâtissière filling, a pistachio praline-filled chocolate shell, chocolate disc, pistachio Chantilly, and a generous scattering of pistachio nibs
Joining the donut line up is Donutelier's festive twist on much loved pastry, the Pistachio Raspberry Croissant.
For those seeking a cooler sweet treat, Big Kid Ice Cream has revealed a range of exciting new festive flavours including Peppermint Candy Cane, Mince Pie Caramello, Sticky Toffee Pudding and more.
