Features Restaurant Christmas Eve Christmas Holiday Catering Dining Guide Homepage 50+ Restaurants & Caterers for Christmas Eve & Christmas in CT: 2021 Edition April Guilbault December 15, 2021 It’s the most wonderful time of the year and with it comes plenty of wonderful eats! For your Christmas celebrating on the day or the eve, restaurants and caterers in all corners of the state have lovingly assembled delicious menus, kits and take out packages for you and your family. What a gift-spending time together, enjoying a beautiful meal and not being holed up in the kitchen. Wishing you all a very merry and delicious holiday!Here are 50+ Restaurants and Caterers for your 2021 Christmas festivities. Palmer’s Market-Darien www.palmersdarien.comPalmer’s Market is a one-stop shop for all your holiday needs. In the butcher shop, you will find an incredible selection of meats; from Prime Dry Aged Rib Roasts to Neuske’s Applewood Smoked Hams, Heritage Berkshire Pork Roasts, and Colorado Lamb. Don’t feel like cooking? Then let Palmer’s Catering do all of the hard work for you! Start off with yummy hors d'oeuvres like their Stuffed Mushrooms, Crab Cakes and Bacon Wrapped Dates. For the main course, the Beef Wellington can't be missed. Pair it with Wild Mushroom Risotto and Brussels Sprout Hash. For dessert, the kids will love Palmer’s adorable Chocolate Hazelnut Reindeer Cake filled with Nutella Buttercream. The Black Forest Cheesecake, Creme Brulee, Buche de Noel, and Hand-Made Cookie Platter are just a few other favorites. Need a gift for the foodie in your life? The Chef’s Basket and other culinary-inspired gift baskets are sure winners. Be sure to get your order in before their December 18th cut-off. Go to www.palmersdarien.com/holiday/ to view the menus.Washington Prime-Norwalk www.washingtonprimect.comJoin Washington Prime for their annual Christmas Eve Dinner on Friday, December 24th, 2021. You’ll enjoy a festive 3-course dinner with your choice of appetizer, entrees such as Colorado Rack of Lamb, Roasted Duck, Tagliolini di Tartufo or an 8oz. Prime NY Strip and dessert. Want to make the meal even more special? Add their Caviar Parfait which comes with a glass of chilled Belvedere vodka or champagne. Their menu can be found on their website with complete details of all the delicious offerings. Gluten-free options are available. Seatings are at 4:00pm, 6:00pm & 8:00pm and this celebratory meal is $75 per person. Call to make your reservations soon as this night always sells out in advance, 203-857-1314Little Pub-Fairfield, Greenwich, Old Saybrook, Stratford, Wilton www.littlepub.comLittle Pub’s HolidayBox™ is a complete, pre-cooked, 5-course, heat n’ serve holiday dinner in a box that is perfect for the various eves and days of the holiday season.Choose from Stuffed Shrimp, Rib Eye Beef Roast, Surf and Turf, Oven Roasted Turkey, Smoked Ham, or Cider Brined Pork Tenderloin. Next, pick your sides: Buttermilk Biscuits or Artisanal Dinner Rolls, Creamy Mashed Potatoes or Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts or decadent Creamed Spinach. Individual Chocolate Lava Cakes or individual Red Velvet Cakes will provide the perfect ending note to this delicious dinner. Add a bottle of bubbly or some Little Pub Fa La La La lager, and you are good to go. Two or Four person options available. More Information available at www.littlepubinabox.comOrganic Krush, Westport www.organickrush.comThe holidays are here! This holiday season, let Organic Krush lend a hand. Build your menu around their delicious classics of Oven-roasted Grass-Fed Roast Beef and Eggplant Meatballs over Gluten-Free pasta. For the fish-loving fans, experience their classic Whole Crispy Skin-On Salmon dusted with a custom homemade sweet dry rub. The supporting cast satisfies with Toasted Israeli Couscous layered with cucumber, kale, cabbage and chickpeas, Green Beans with Almonds, or a Seasonal Harvest Beet Salad. Finally, satisfy your sweet tooth with guilt-free homemade Gingerbread Spiced Donuts and flourless Dark Chocolate Bites.Your holidays will be deliciously memorable. Call (475) 477-1275 for free delivery to your office or home!The Amber Room-Danbury www.theamberroom.netTake the stress out of this holiday season and let The Amber Room Colonnade do the cooking for you! They will provide a holiday feast for up to 10 guests that includes Stuffed Pork Loin or Tuscan Stuffed Chicken Breast, Mozzarella and cheese platter, salad, potatoes, vegetables, pasta, meatballs, rolls and biscuits as well as an Apple Strudel for dessert, all for $275.00 plus tax. Smaller meals are also available that can feed up to 5 guests for $225.00 plus tax. Plenty of side dishes are available a la carte. Don’t forget about their Pay it Forward campaign, where there is the option to donate a meal to a family in need through the United Way. Follow the link to participate: www.uwwesternct.org/amberroomholiday. Place your orders by calling 203-748-3800 and order deadline is 5:00 pm on Saturday, December 18th. Pickup will be between 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm on Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24th. Reheating instructions will be provided. From the Amber Room family to yours, they send wishes for a very Happy and Joyous Holiday Season!Aux Delices-Greenwich, Riverside, Darien, Westport, www.auxdelicesfoods.comHave a wonderful holiday dinner prepared by Aux Delices this year with their delicious Christmas Menu. Order soon for free delivery to your home. Their prix fixe, “Christmas Made Easy” couldn’t be easier. Choose from Beef Bourguignon, Roasted Turkey, Roasted Filet Mignon or Salmon and you will receive an entire meal including Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Baby Arugula & Radicchio Salad, Maple-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Butternut Squash, Haricot Verts with Wild Mushrooms, a chocolate Christmas Tree cake and more. You can also create your own personalized meal starting with a breakfast of Quiche Lorraine, French Toast Casserole or blueberry muffins. All prix fixe meal items are available a la carte as well as other items like Mini Crab Cakes, Cauliflower Chestnut Soup, Beef Wellington, Baked Ham, Brioche stuffing, Roasted Brussels Sprouts and squash, and more. Don’t forget the desserts-Classic Lemon Tart, Sticky Toffee Pudding or classic Buche de Noel. All orders can be placed at auxdelicesfoods.com through December 20th.Calise Food Market-Westport www.calises.comCalises's answer to enjoying your holiday…let them cater your parties and festive meals! To start off your holiday celebrations, choose from their delicious handmade hors d'oeuvres such as Vegetable Spring Rolls, Filet on Garlic Toast, Coconut Shrimp, Figs & Brie, Mini Beef Wellingtons to the beautifully plated and decorated antipasto platters and charcuterie boards. They have an extensive entree and side dish menu with favorites like homemade Lasagnas (meat, cheese or vegetable) and a variety of other pasta dishes, filets, chicken or seafood dishes. It is guaranteed that there will be something on the menu to please everyone at your table! Calise’s even brings in delicious pastries from the Bronx to complement your meal. They truly have you covered! Give Carmine a call and he will help you create your special holiday menu which he assures will bring a smile to your face, impress your guests, and allow you to enjoy their company. Have a happy holiday without all the stress. Calise's wishes you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year! Calise's of Westport, 734 Post Road East Westport 203.227.3257The Kitchen-Hartford www.thekitchencafe.org“Eat Well and Do Good” this holiday season! The Kitchen has everything you need to continue enjoying the taste of the holidays while supporting its Food for Good mission of providing job training and food access programs to the Hartford community. Their special holiday menu features a Winter Herb Pork Tenderloin, Roasted Salmon, crab cakes, Poached Pear Salad, Eggnog Bundt Cake, and more! Online ordering is available on the website https://www.kitchencafe.org/holidayordering/ or call Mayra Rivera at (860) 727-8752 to place your order. Orders must be placed by December 17 at 12 pm for delivery and pick up. Nikki Glekas Events-Westport www.nikkiglekasevents.comEnjoy extra time with your family and friends this season by letting Nikki Glekas Events help host the holidays! NGE is dedicated to providing you a delicious meal with the freshest seasonal foods, expertly crafted by our experienced chefs. The menu is full of delicious offerings that you can view here. Give them a call at 203.658.8659 or email team@nikkiglekasevents.com to place your order. Orders for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day must be placed by December 20th, and orders for New Years Eve and News Years Day must be placed by December 27th. Happy holidays from the Nikki Glekas Events family to yours!Simple Delicious Catering-Norwalk www.simplydeliciousct.comSimply Delicious is exactly how it sounds! Known for her seasonally inspired recipes and signature style, Chef Lauren Peden has been creating memorable culinary experiences throughout Fairfield County since 2007. Let Simply Delicious handle the holidays with their gourmet delivery service, where you’ll enjoy a full lineup of soups, salads, sides, entrees, kid-friendly dishes, and homemade desserts. Their extensive holiday menu includes dozens of festive dishes to help you create new traditions and make your season memorable. Treat your family to gourmet chef-prepared meals like their restaurant-style Beef Wellington, Classic Lobster Risotto, and hearty dinner packages with all of the fixings. Don’t forget dessert-their homemade cookie trays are a must! Delivery will arrive straight to your doorstep and is available throughout lower Fairfield County. This season, there’s no better present than the gift of a good meal, so take advantage of gift cards to treat the ones you love!The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s-Darien www.watersedgeatgiovannis.comAt The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s, they love holidays, especially Christmas Eve! It is one of their favorite times to be with their customers. This Christmas Eve, The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s is offering a special menu; each meal includes an appetizer, garden salad, coffee and dessert that JoAnn, the owner, has promised to create this year. The main course consists of choices of the award-winning Certified Angus steaks, lamb and veal or feast on Alaskan King Crab or the Signature Surf and Turf. Make your meal exceptional with the perfect wine pairing from their award-winning wine selection. Bring the whole family, they have special menus for the children as well. One of the most popular Christmas classics is Zuppa Di Pesce, as this is also one of their family recipes. Let their family take care of your family this holiday season. Also, don’t forget to celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s-there is an incredible night planned for you. Artisan-Southportwww.artisansouthport.comDine-in on Christmas Eve and day and enjoy a special holiday menu that includes Christmas Chowder, Hamachi Tartare, Ricotta Gnocchi, Venison Medallions and Eggnog Creme Brulee and Christmas Pudding.Arugula Bistro-West Hartfordwww.arugula-bistro.comBook your reservations for their Christmas Eve dinner-this holiday they have three seatings for you to enjoy their Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Northern Italian and French flavors.Balducci’s-Greenwich, Westportwww.balduccis.comChristmas Catering for you! A variety of party platters, Caviar, Sushi and seafood platters, Brunch and Breakfast options, desserts and more.Bernard’s-Ridgefieldwww.bernardsridgefield.comDine-in for Christmas Eve with their prix fixe menu-call for reservations. You can also order online for Christmas; Pumpkin Truffle Soup, Onion Confit Tarts, Lobster Mac and Cheese, Salmon Filet, Venison Stew, Cassoulet, Berry Trifle and more. Order by Sunday, Dec. 19.Bonda Restaurant-Fairfieldwww.bondarestaurant.comTheir holiday family menu feeds 4-6 people, you can mix and match sides, along with enjoying Coq au Vin, Boeuf Bourgignon, Moroccan Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Stew, Rosemary Fritters, Garlic Mashed Potatoes and more to fill your plates.Bruxelles Brasserie-Norwalkwww.bruxellessono.comOrder now for their festive holiday menu which serves 4 people. Choose how many courses you would like then pick the a la carte sides and desserts to accompany. Order by Sunday, Dec. 19.Cafe Louise-West Hartfordwww.cafelouise.comEverything from hors d’oeuvres like Sweet Goat Cheese Terrine, sides, entrees such as Baked Stuff Shrimp, Baked Cod, Dijon Crusted Whole Rack of Lamb and desserts such as Chocolate Cream Pie and Gingerbread boys and girls.Cedars Steaks & Oysters-Foxwoodswww.foxwoods.comEnjoy an over-top-top Christmas wonderland-themed dining experience of indulgent holiday specials such as Duck Breast, Santa’s Cut Prime Rib, Santa’s Bundle of Filet Mignon wrapped Puff Pastry and Yule Log for dessert. Craft cocktails and Instagrammable holiday décor round out the holiday fun.The Charles-Wethersfieldwww.thecharlesct.comHoliday prix fixe menu for the holiday season. Choose from salads, entrees such as NY Strip, Organic Salmon, Organic Airline Chicken Breast, veggie options and delectable holiday desserts. They also have a Christmas Morning Brunch Box (order by Friday, Dec. 17) or their dine-in Day-After Christmas Brunch, reservations required. The Cottage-Westportwww.thecottagewestport.comChristmas Eve: Celebrate the holiday with our a la carte menu featuring such dishes as Duck Fried Rice and Maine Halibut in Spruce paper, with the addition of holiday specials from 5:00-9:00pm.Eat Your Greens Bouquet-Westportwww.eatyourgreensbouquet.comThe perfect hostess gift or unique gift for your veggie lover-an Edible Christmas tree brimming with broccoli, Brussels sprouts, radishes, tomatoes and rosemary. Makes for a unique centerpiece which can then be turned into a meal.Elm Restaurant-New Canaanwww.elmrestaurant.comChristmas Eve will serve up the regular menu plus special holiday dishes. Regular menu can be viewed online.Fortina-Stamfordwww.fortinapizza.comCreate your own custom meal package for your gathering (of any size) with antipasti, pizza, pasta, meats, fish, platters, desserts and drink options.Greenhouse Cafe and Tavern-Burlingtonwww.greenhousecafeandtavern.comHeat-and-serve packages for Christmas dinner, which serve 6 and feature Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple, Bacon Wrapped Asparagus and a variety of sides. Brunch packages for 6 also available. Order by Sunday, Dec. 19. Herbaceous Catering-Bridgeportwww.herbaceouscatering.comLet Herbaceous cater your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner, with such delights as their chock-full Charcuterie platter, Shaved Fennel and Artichoke Salad, Seared Salmon, Lasagna Bolognese and Pear Crostata. Place orders by Thursday, Dec. 16.Judy’s Bar and Kitchen-Stamfordwww.judysbarandkitchen.comOrder online for your Christmas dinner! Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Applewood Smoked Turkey Breast, Smoked Ham, Smoked Prime Rib (individual or for a crowd), delicious sides and mouthwatering pies. Order by Sunday, Dec. 19.Knead’s Bakery Cafe-Westportwww.kneadsbakerycafe.comHousemade Candied Orange and Hazelnut Chicken Pate, Fois Gras and Port Wine Torchon, Cognac Terrine and more, along with sweets such as Raspberry Pistachio Buche De Noel, Panettone, pastry boxes and beautiful and delicious breads. Order by Monday, Dec. 20.La Plage at Longshore-Westportwww.laplagewestport.comFor your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner, spend it by the beach. Enjoy a 3-course prix fixe dinner with such dishes as Crispy Copps Island Oysters with green tomato remoulade, Stonington Sea Scallops Risotto, Filet Mignon and desserts such as Christmas Trifle. Call 203-684-6232 for reserve online at OpenTable.L’escale-Greenwichwww.lescalerestaurant.comChristmas Eve and Day dining, with 3-course prix fixe dinners featuring such delights as Christmas Chowder, Housemade Smoked Salmon, Perigord Truffle salad, and White Aspargus. Call for reservations and seatings or reserve at OpenTable.Marlborough Tavern-Marlboroughwww.marlboroughtavernct.comOrder holiday take-out from this colonial tavern: Chicken Pot Pie, Fried Brussels Sprouts, Scalloped Potatoes, Housemade Apple Crumble and more. Call 860-365-5942.Match-Norwalkwww.matchsono.comDine-in on Christmas Eve (white truffles! stone crabs!) or take home their Peking Duck or Rib Roast Kit, tins of caviar, cocktails and pies.Millwright’s-Simsburywww.millwrightsrestaurant.comChristmas Eve prix fixe menu, 4 courses for adults and children. Salads and oysters, soups, Whipped Feta appetizer, Steelhead Trout, Seared Scallops, Prime NY Strip, desserts such as Gingerbread Cranberry Pie, Warm Stickey Toffee Date Cake and more.Mystic Market-Foxwoods, Mystic, Old Saybrook, Westportwww.mysticmarket.comHoliday catering for you! Order by Sunday, Dec.19 at 5pm. A bevy of appetizers from Cocktail Asian Beef Meatballs and Baked Stuffed Brie platters to soups, quiches, entrees such as Chicken Marsala, Roasted Salmon Filet, Chilled Tenderloin. Also available are prepared dinners for 2, a la carte sides and scrumptious desserts.OKO-Westportwww.okokitchen.comOKO will be open on Christmas Eve from 5-9pm, offering its a la carte menu and festive specials. Reservations can be made via OpenTable, or by calling 203.557.8404.Olive Bar-Unionvillewww.olivebarct.comThe Olive Bar dinner rolls are a holiday favorite on every table and are a tradition in the Farmington Valley! Be sure to place your orders before December 23! 860-673-0422Pier 131 Kitchen and Bar-Sheltonwww.pier131.comNestled along the newly renovated Shelton Riverfront, Pier 131 boasts stunning views of the Housatonic River. The main dining area has a comfortable and intimate vibe with a gas fireplace where you can enjoy their Christmas menu featuring such dishes as Lobster Lollipops, Steak Tartar, Sea Bass, and Black Linguini. Reservations RequiredRosie-New Canaanwww.rosienewcanaan.comPerennially tasty classics for your Christmas Day celebration: Stuffed Artichoke Hearts, Chicken Pot Pie, Filet Mignon, Brie en Croute, Bouche de Noel for dessert, among many choices.Saybrook Point Resort & Marina-Old Saybrookwww.saybrook.comSpend Christmas Day dinner by the water of Long Island Sound. Enjoy their buffet from 11am-5pm, brimming with soup and salad stations, a harvest table with antipasti, dips, cheeses, five different entree offerings, a carving station and a seasonal display of their best desserts. Book soon, space is limited.Seasonal Catering-Milfordwww.seasonalcatering.netCatering for Christmas-festive beverages (“Mischievous Elf Juice” and more), salads, entrees like Roast Turkey and Pork Loin, sides such as Brown Sugar Mashed Sweet Potatoes and stuffing and cookies and cakes for dessert. Deadline to order Friday, Dec. 17 at 5pm.Shell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill-New Havenwww.shellandbones.comShell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill will be open on Christmas Eve from 11-8pm with a la carte specials (Roasted Chestnut Soup, Rack of Lamb, Eggnog Panna Cotta), in addition to the regular menu. Reservations can be made by visiting shellandbones.com, or calling 203.787.3466. The Stand Vegan Cafe-Fairfieldwww.thestandvegancafe.comDig into their Holiday menu featuring Herb-Crusted Seitan Roast, Potatoes au Gratin, Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta-all vegan delights for your holiday table. Order by Tuesday, Dec. 21.Union Kitchen-West Hartfordwww.unionkitchenct.comChristmas and Christmas Eve to go! 4, 6 and people kits available, with such items as meatballs, UK Fried Rice, Roasted Shrimp, Baked Rigatoni, Roasted Broccolini, cookies and Chocolate Cake.The Wharf at Madison Beach Hotel-Madisonwww.thewharfmadison.comOpen Christmas eve and day to celebrate with you! Enjoy first courses such as Crab Cakes and Lobster Bisque, entrees of English Cut Prime Rib, Baked Stuffed Shrimp and Yule Log and Sticky Toffee Cheesecake for dessert. Call for reservations or book online.The Wheel-Stamfordwww.thevillagewheel.comOpen Christmas Eve (closed Christmas Day). Enjoy their holiday specialties such as Grilled Branzino, Slow Roasted Prime Rib and top things off with a decadent Yule Log. Reservations can be made via OpenTable Townhouse-Greenwichwww.townhousegreenwich.comThe Townhouse is serving Christmas At Home for 6-8 people. Orders must be placed by Monday, 12/20 for pick up on Friday 12/24. Entrees include Beef Tenderloin, Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb, Prime Rib and Wild King Salmon alongside wonderful sides and Black Forest Cake for dessert. A La Carte add-ons are also available. Call 203.990.1050 for orders and more information.
