Best Christmas dinners and buffets in 2025
The Christmas season is the perfect excuse to indulge in grand festive feasts. Thankfully, Singapore has no shortage of hotels with decadent spreads and restaurants rolling out special Christmas menus. Here are the best Christmas menus and buffets in 2025—plus a selection of buffet catering options for aspiring hosts!
Table of Contents
- Best Christmas dinners and buffets in 2025
- 1. J65
- 2. Ellenborough Market Cafe
- 3. LUCE
- 4. Food Capital at Grand Copthorne Waterfront
- 5. Grain
- 6. Grand Hyatt Singapore
- 7. Publico Ristorante & Garden
- 8. Peppermint
- 9. Market Bistro
- 10. The Plattering Co.
- Best Christmas dinners and buffets for 2025
1. J65
Image credit: JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La
J65 at JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La is Singapore’s leading halal-certified hotel buffet, winning the Best Halal Buffet Restaurant title at the Epicurean Star Awards 2024. This Christmas, the restaurant has prepared a Festive Dinner Buffet (from $88++), where diners can take their pick from a vast spread of more than 50 items. This includes an extensive selection of handcrafted pasta by Guest Chef Imran, known for his innovative approach to halal Italian cuisine.
What’s a Christmas celebration without turkey? J65’s rendition is the Nyonya Style Roasted Boneless Turkey, dressed with a piquant, aromatic Nyonya-style gravy. You’ll find it at the Live Carving Station, where the fall-apart Braised Black Angus Beef and juicy Baked Norwegian Salmon with Tomato Basil Coulis also await.
Image credit: JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La
Satiate your hunger with a moreish selection of main dishes, starting with the Seafood Thermidor loaded with pan-seared salmon, prawns, and mussels in a creamy base, and topped generously with baked cheese. Continue the decadence with three locally inspired dishes: Lemak Chilli Black Angus Beef, Lobster in Chilli Crab Sauce, and Crispy Fried Barramundi with Kecap Manis.
No hotel buffet selection is complete without a Seafood On Ice counter, and at J65, you’ll find a full bounty of Boston Lobsters, Prawns, and Black Mussels. Don’t miss the Grilled Sambal Stingray at the Live BBQ Station and Singapore Laksa at the Action Station—both crowd favourites that disappear fast.
The buffet is available throughout the entire month of December. Do check out their website for buffet prices, full menu, and timings!
Book a table at J65 here.
Address: 1A Cuscaden Road, JEN Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La, Singapore 249716
Festive Buffet hours: 6pm to 9:30pm
Tel: 6831 4374
Website
J65 is a halal-certified eatery.
2. Ellenborough Market Cafe
Image credit: Paradox Singapore
Revel in the festive season with Ellenborough Market Cafe at Paradox Singapore, where you can tuck into two extravagant buffet spreads that blend traditional Christmas dishes with Peranakan and local influences. Enjoy the Christmas Buffet ($128++), available on 24, 25, and 31 December, and the Festive Buffet (from $78++), taking place from 21 November to 1 January.
You’ll want to make a beeline to the Live Carving Stations at both buffets, which feature festive favourites such as Gammon Ham, Nyonya-style Turkey, and Classic Roasted Tom Turkey. Follow that up with decadent mains such as the Roasted Beef with Champignon Beurre Blanc and Lobster Mac and Cheese in the Christmas Buffet, or your choice from the rotating dishes in the Festive Buffet, ranging from Grilled Duck with Citrus Glaze to Seafood Cioppino.
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Pick from a spread of fresh seafood on ice, with tiger prawns, whelks, and mussels among the mix. If you’re dining at the Christmas buffet, you’ll be happy to know that Boston Lobsters are included. Don’t miss the showstopping Pasta alla Ruota, where pasta is tossed in a giant Parmesan cheese wheel!
Fill up with local dishes such as Beef Rendang and Singapore-Style Chilli Crayfish, then end off with an array of confectionery and desserts, from Wild Raspberry Chocolate Log to Citrus Gingerbread Gateau. A glass of Prosecco is also provided in the Christmas Buffet for adults, and for an add-on of only $33++, you get free-flow house-poured white wine, red wine, and beer for 2 hours.
If you’re a savvy deal hunter, this lobang is on us: quote ‘Eatbook50’ upon payment or reservation to enjoy 50% off lunch and dinner at the Festive Buffet, terms and conditions apply. Furthermore, Ellenborough Market Cafe offers a selection of festive takeaway bundles, including their Nyonya-style Turkey and confectioneries, perfect for those celebrating at home or contributing to potluck parties. Do refer to their website for exact buffet dates and timings.
Reserve a table here.
Order takeaway online here.
Address: 20 Merchant Road, Paradox Singapore, Singapore 058281
Christmas Buffet hours: 24 December and 31 December 5:45pm to 10pm, 25 December 12pm to 4pm, 5:45pm to 10pm
Festive Buffet hours: Mon-Thurs 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm, Fri 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm, Sat-Sun 12pm to 4pm, 6pm to 10pm
Website
Ellenborough Market Cafe is not a halal-certified eatery.
3. LUCE
Image credit: InterContinental Singapore
Listen closely: LUCE at The InterContinental Singapore has prepared two Italian-style Christmas buffets—including one of Singapore’s largest buffet spreads. For those not wanting to miss out on the action, we’ll run the details down just for you. Psst: we even have exclusive promo codes!
Let’s talk about the Festive Buffet (from $83++) first, available all December for lunch and dinner. Lavish grandeur awaits as you tuck into a spread of Seafood On Ice, highlighting Scallops, Black and Green Mussels, Australian Yabby and more. Grab a few slices of their freshly handmade pizzas, and then some decadent mains, which include the Costelette di Manzo Brasate—braised short rib in red wine—and Chef Giuseppe di Gaetano’s signature Impepata di Cozze: black mussels in a peppery white wine sauce. Don’t forget about the Carving Station, where you’ll find delights such as Costata Di Manzo (bone-in rib steak), Tacchino Arrosto (roast turkey), and Porchetta alla Romana (pork roast).
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Here’s where we move on to the feast to end all feasts: InterContinental’s Big Christmas Buffet (from $158++)—a humongous spread of close to 200 dishes from the kitchens of LUCE, The Lobby Lounge, and Man Fu Yuan. The line-up spans across all of the hotel’s first floor, and is only available on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Start with a premium seafood selection of Lobster Claws, Snow Crabs and more, then be quick to snatch up the mains: Lobster and Foie Gras Sando, Chorizo e Burrata, Beef Wellington, and Peking Irish Duck, amongst others. You won’t want to miss the theatrical Risotto alla Milanese con Ossobuco, where risotto is stirred in a giant parmesan wheel. End off with a medley of festive confections, ranging from the Mont Blanc Éclat Yule to the signature LUCE-misu.
To stuff your belly while keeping your wallet stuffed, use promo codes ‘LUCE25’ for 25% savings on the Festive Buffet on weekdays and ‘LUCE20’ for 20% off the Festive Buffet on weekends. We also have the exclusive code ‘EATBOOK’, giving you 10% off the Big Christmas Buffet!
Reserve your buffet date here.
Address: 80 Middle Road, InterContinental Singapore, Singapore 188966
Buffet hours: 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm
Website
LUCE is not a halal-certified eatery.
4. Food Capital at Grand Copthorne Waterfront
Image credit: Grand Copthorne Waterfront
For a buffet spread graced with Santa’s presence to bring the littles to, Food Capital at Grand Copthorne Waterfront has two special festive offerings: the Yuletide Feast (from $72++), available until 1 January 2026, and the Grand Christmas Feast (from $108++), running on Christmas Eve for dinner and Christmas Day.
The Yuletide Feast includes a rotating selection of dishes on display. Look forward to the mouthwatering German Pork Bratwurst with Onion Sauce and the creamy Baked Salmon Trout with Tomato and Yoghurt. Move on to a variety of fresh sashimi, before tucking into an array of international mains: amongst them Crispy Pork Belly, Truffle Butter Chicken Roulade, and Slow-boiled Beef Brisket in Its Own Broth. You can even expect a Whole Turkey served up at the Live Carving Station.
Image credit: Grand Copthorne Waterfront
The Grand Christmas Feast is a whole other beast: the Whole Gammon Ham with Pineapple Sauce takes centre stage at the Carving Station, where diners can watch each succulent piece sliced before them. Here, you’ll also find the Australian Beef Striploin and the quintessential Traditional Roasted Turkey with Merlot Jus. Fill up your plate with their Selection of Hard and Soft Cheeses, and be sure not to skimp on the luscious Lobster Bisque. Finally, finish with four selected festive cakes, which include the Classic Christmas Yule Log.
Santa Claus will also make appearances from 20 to 21 December and 24 to 25 December, alongside an ensemble of Christmas Carolers to uplift the festive cheer. Whether it’s kids sharing their Christmas wishes with Santa or friends and family raising a toast to the season, the riverside indulgence at Grand Copthorne Waterfront is sure to delight diners of all kinds. Plus, kids 5 and under dine for free!
Book a table here.
Address: 392 Havelock Road, Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore 169663
Yuletide Feast hours: 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm
Grand Christmas Buffet hours: 24 December 5pm to 7:30pm, 8pm to 10:30pm, 25 December 12pm to 2:30pm, 6pm to 10pm
Website
Food Capital at Grand Copthorne Waterfront is not a halal-certified eatery.
5. Grain
Image credit: Grain
If you’re looking for a cosy Christmas celebration right in the comfort of your own home, Grain has got you covered with their show-stopping 2025 Christmas Feast—chef-crafted (and halal-certified) packages that feature restaurant-quality dishes fit for celebrations of any size.
The Christmas Buffet package feeds a grand crowd of at least 30 guests, complete with setup. If you’re expecting a cosier gathering, go for the Mini Buffet for 10 people, or their Christmas Headliners, a sharing set of signature dishes for four to six of your nearest and dearest.
Image credit: Grain
There are three menu tiers to choose from, starting from the most extravagant Premium ($49+ per guest), which features eight of Grain’s premium offerings—think Festive Seafood Paella, Beef Cheek and Oxtail Stew, and the Confit Norwegian Salmon. A favourite in the Premium spread is the Cinnamon Brioche Bread Pudding: fluffy brioche soaked in French butter and creme anglaise, baked till its edges are caramelised.
Next, the eight-course Signature ($39+ per guest) spread includes Chef Nic’s Cottage Beef Pie, a returning crowd-favourite with a core of slow-braised tomato beef mince tucked under buttered mash, finished with a generous gratin of cheese.
Lastly, the seven-course Classic ($32+ per guest) features Grain’s popular Christmas Meatballs and Stuffing—meatballs with a mirepoix base and chestnuts, layered with a caramelised onion cream sauce and lingonberry-tomato marmalade.
Early birds ordering before 8 December enjoy the above pricing on the catering menus. They can also add on Grain’s signature Nocturne Banana Cacao Log Cake for just $15+ (U.P. $98+)!
Book your catering date with Grain here.
Website
Grain is a halal-certified eatery.
6. Grand Hyatt Singapore
Image credit: Grand Hyatt Singapore
Grand Hyatt Singapore has diners spoilt for choice with an ensemble of themed festive feasts across its wide portfolio of restaurants.
The tale begins at Le Pristine Singapore with the Festive Tasting Menu ($190++), a prelude spotlighting Chef Sergio Herman’s modern Italian artistry and Zeeland heritage. Available from 3 to 19 December 2025 on Wednesdays to Fridays, it marries land and sea with delights starting from the Irish Mor Oyster to the Scallop and Monkfish, followed by your choice of Beef Rossini or Seafood Orecchiette. You’ll also find the Festive Brunch and Supper ($180++) on Christmas Eve and Day—lavish buffets featuring an expansive seafood bar, cold selections, live chef stations and more.
The action rises at StraitsKitchen, where there is a locally inspired, halal-certified Festive Buffet ($130++). Here, Christmas favourites are fused with Asian classics, from the Turkey Korma with cashew nuts and potatoes, to the Scallop Tauhu Telur, an elevated version of the traditional egg tofu dish. You’ll also find the delightful Wok-fried Salted Egg Yolk Lobster and Tandoori Turkey Breast, among others.
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At the height of the festive revelries, head to Pete’s Place for their Grand Italian Buffet ($150++), the climax to our Christmas story. Look forward to a showcase of Italy’s traditional holiday flavours, starting with the exquisite Cocktail di Aragosta e Gamberi, then the succulent Italian Prime Rib Roast. Discover the Vitello Tonnato, a Piedmontese dish of cold, sliced veal covered with capers and lemon. Lastly, conclude with decadent desserts from the Dolce Bar, including traditional Panettone and classic Italian treats.
If these Christmas offerings leave you craving for more, you can continue the narrative at 10|SCOTTS, unwinding with their placid Afternoon Tea ($95++). As an epilogue, head to Oasis, Martini Bar, and Brix, where festive experiences await, such as a poolside barbecue and happy hours, or look forward to even greater celebrations for New Year’s Eve.
Book a table at Le Pristine Singapore, StraitsKitchen, and Pete’s Place.
Address: 10 Scotts Road, Singapore 228211
Website
7. Publico Ristorante & Garden
Image credit: Publico Ristorante & Garden
Celebrate Christmas with Italian flair at Publico Ristorante & Garden. Located at InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay, this charming riverside social house is pulling out all the stops with their Christmas Sharing Set ($128++ per person).
The set includes their signature Porchetta with Citrus Asparagus and Roasted Potatoes, which is slow-roasted to achieve crispy, crackling skin and melt-in-your-mouth meat. Further indulge with the Confit Duck Tortellini, featuring pillowy stuffed pasta brimming with savoury duck confit and truffle, as well as the Scallops & Octopus Alla Brace Insalata, a salad that highlights seared Hokkaido scallops and charred octopus.
Also in the set is the Pizza Agnello, topped with tender braised lamb, silky mascarpone cream, wild mushrooms and more—perfect for sharing. End off with the classic Fruit Cake, served with a smooth and sweet zabaglione.
Image credit: Publico Ristorante & Garden
The restaurant has also crafted three cocktails fit for toasting to the season. There’s Clover Sparks ($22++), a concoction of raspberry liqueur, vodka, and sparkling wine, the Patron Silver Tequila-based Quay Pine ($22++) with Marashino, melon liqueur and triple sec; and Bramble Bliss ($22++), a blend of Bombay Sapphire Gin with ginger beer, Creme de Cassis, and fresh berries.
Book a table here.
Address: 1 Nanson Road, Level 1, InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay, Singapore 238909
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 12pm to 11pm, Fri-Sat 12pm to 11:30pm, Sun 12pm to 10pm
Website
Publico Ristorante & Garden is not a halal-certified eatery.
8. Peppermint
Image credit: PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay
Indulge in a halal-certified festive buffet at Peppermint at the Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, featuring both Asian and international cuisines, a farm-to-table concept and lush garden views. The Joyful Harvest Festive Feasts here start from $72++, and spreads vary for both lunch and dinner. The Seafood Island spotlights responsibly sourced seafood—look forward to the detectable Boston Lobster, Half-Shell Scallop, and Russian Snow Crab.
Image credit: PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay
Move on to festive highlights that include the Slow-Cooked Turkey with Indian Panch Phoron Five Spice, Hay-Smoked Sustainable Salmon with Caviar Citrus Sauce, and Baked Lobster Yuzu Thermidor. There’s even an Applewood Charred Grill, where you’ll find smoked meats such as the Wagyu Beef Belly and Lamb T-bone.
Address: 6 Raffles Boulevard, Level 4, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore 039594
Festive buffet hours: 12pm to 2:30pm, 6:30pm to 10pm
Website
Peppermint is a halal-certified eatery.
9. Market Bistro
Image credit: Market Bistro
At Wall Street-inspired Market Bistro, you can enjoy special two or three-course festive menus from $32++. For appetisers, choose between Roasted Winter Squash Cream with toasted pepitas and sourdough, or a Christmas Salad with pomegranate, feta crumble and more. Then, go for Stuffed Turkey Roulade for your main, packed full of chicken and chestnut, or top-up $12++ for the Angus Reserve Grain-Fed Flat Iron.
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End on a sweet note with the Chocolate Mousse and Hazelnut Praline, which features a cookie crumble, sour cream chantilly, cranberry coulis and tuile. Market Bistro’s festive course menu is available until 26 December 2025.
Address: 12 Marina Boulevard, #01-03, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8am to 9pm, Sat 11am to 9pm
Website
Market Bistro is not a halal-certified eatery.
10. The Plattering Co.
Image credit: The Plattering Co.
Amidst the festive rush, The Plattering Co.’s catered Christmas buffet helps you spend less time stressing and more time with loved ones. Their hallmark, The Majestic Christmas Table (from $109++ per person), is an opulent spread of 14 dishes. This starts from the Truffle and Bechamel King Tiger Prawn and Balsamic-Glazed Salmon with Cranberry and Pomegranate Pearls, to the festive centrepieces: House-Roasted Herb Garlic Turkey and Yule Glazed Ham.
Image credit: The Plattering Co.
Smaller 9-course buffet menus are also available for those who wish to keep their Christmas parties a little more intimate. Mains range from the Smoked and Charred Wagyu Short Rib Set (from $63++ per person), or the 52” Sous Vide Ribeye With Thyme Bearnaise Holiday Stunner (from $63++ per person). They also have a Christmas Grazing Table (from $48++ per person)—a charcuterie spread with a full display of premium cheeses and cold cuts, plated by a team of food stylists.
Website
The Plattering Co. is not a halal-certified eatery.
Best Christmas dinners and buffets for 2025
If you’re wondering where to go for magnificent Christmas buffets or who to call for catering this festive season, we hope our list of the best Christmas dinners, buffets, and catering menus for 2025 helps.
To continue the festivities, check out our Christmas Wonderland 2025 coverage. The World Christmas Market will also return from 11 December 2025!
Christmas Wonderland: Festive Market At Gardens by the Bay From 29 Nov To 1 Jan
Feature image adapted from Paradox Singapore, The Plattering Co., Grain, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, and Publico Ristorante & Garden.
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