Features Restaurant Christmas Eve Christmas Guide Holiday Guide Caterers Homepage 60+ Restaurants & Caterers for Christmas Eve & Christmas in CT: 2022 Edition April Guilbault December 11, 2022 Sparkles and decorations, music and merriment, parties and gift-giving and of course, holiday dining. New traditions to begin or a revisiting of favorites from year’s past. We all have those special dishes or holiday sweets that make us pause as nostalgia fills our hearts. For those reasons and more, it is one of the most wonderful times of the year. We would like for you to be able to create new memories with those you love, so we have compiled a list of Connecticut eateries that are going above and beyond for the holiday season. They are categorized by county-Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Windham-so you don’t have to waste time researching, you can just swan dive into celebrating the season. From our plates to yours, Happy Holidays. May it be delicious!Fairfield CountyDouble L Market-Westport www.doublelmarket.com/shopThe Double L team has curated a quaintly elegant holiday shopping experience on the Post Road in Westport, CT. A food-centric shop! A gourmand’s delight! If you have been there, you know what the buzz is all about, and if you haven’t, well, make the trek! Many folks in the area refer to it as their “happy place.” We all know holiday time is a busy time, so to make your Double L shopping experience an even easier one, let your fingers do the walking and head to their holiday website. Their Holiday menu section is filled to the brim with favorites-Standing Rib Roast, Black Heritage Turkey, Grass-Fed Beef Tenderloin, Spiral-Cut hams, game birds, and a lovely assortment of decadent dessert worthy of your favorite guests. Peruse at your leisure or even while on the run. Still looking for gifts? Their “Curated Collections”-Premier Gifts and Perfect Gifts-contain thoughtful ideas for your gift-giving this season. Their Premier gifts feature customer favorites, such as their “Breakfast in Bed”, “Pasta Perfect” and “Fantastic Fruit” baskets, a “Bagel Bonanza” box featuring Bad Ass bagels and cream cheese and other baskets with fresh fruits, vegetables and cheeses from Murray’s Cheese in NYC.The “Perfect” gifts are smaller, equally delicious packages, containing oils, vinegars, pancake mixes and maple syrup, granolas and honey. Whether you shop for your table or for gifts on your list, the Double L team will pull it together as only they can. You’ll be happily surprised! Available for pick-up or delivery.Washington Prime-Norwalk www.washingtonprimect.comJoin Washington Prime in the heart of South Norwalk for their annual Christmas Eve 3-course dinner, which includes a choice of appetizer, choice of entree and choice of dessert for each guest. Fresh seafood, caviar, succulent lamb and prime meats, decadent truffles and more will tempt your tastebuds and make your holiday both delicious and memorable. Washington Prime is offering three seatings at 4:00pm, 6:00pm and 8:00pm and this special holiday menu is $75 per person ++. Seating is limited and by reservation only via Opentable or by calling the restaurant at (203) 857-1314.Nikki Glekas Collective-Stamford www.nikkiglekascollective.comEnjoy extra time with your family and friends this season by letting Nikki Glekas Collective help host the holidays! NGC is dedicated to providing you a delicious meal with the freshest seasonal foods, expertly crafted by their 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@nikkiglekascollective.com to place your order. Orders for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day must be placed by December 16th, for pickup or delivery on December 23rd. Orders for New Year's Eve and News Year's Day must be placed by December 22nd. Full instructions for cooking/heating will be included. Happy holidays from the Nikki Glekas Collective family to yours!Aux Delices-Darien, Greenwich, Riverside, Westport www.auxdelicesfoods.comKeep it simple! Have your whole meal, or just part of it, prepared by Aux Delices this Christmas. It can’t get any easier than one of their “Christmas Made Easy” prix fixe meals which have everything you need for 8 to 10 people, with your choice of Baked Spiral Ham, Filet Mignon or Salmon en Croute for an entree. If you only need a few things, order a la carte from their breakfast options, starters and sides, main courses, and festive desserts. Some favorites include Celery Root & Apple Soup, Mushroom Phyllo Triangles, Sprouts & Squash, Potato Gratin, Beef Wellington, Coq au Vin, Salmon Filets with Truffle Butter, Buche de Noel, and Sticky Toffee Pudding. Order by Tuesday, December 20th.Bridgewater Chocolate-Brookfield (2 locations), West Hartford, Westport www.bridgewaterchocolate.comSince 1995, Bridgewater Chocolate has specialized in American chocolate classics made with a European sensibility for quality, design, and standards. In addition to toffees, truffles, bars and more, they create stunning confections which are sure to become seasonal Christmas and Hanukkah traditions for your family. Several perfect gifts for the holiday hostess are elegantly boxed Bridgewater Assortments of featuring signature pieces such as Caramels, Pecan and Almond Törtéls, Peanut Butter Patties (and more!), the award-winning Toffee Assortment, brimming with buttery decadence, or their Bite Box Assortment which anyone will be hard pressed to resist. See the website for all four locations where Bridgewater Chocolate may be purchased. Online ordering is also available for quick and easy shipping.Calise’s Catering-Westport www.calises.comLet Calise’s be the key to enjoying your holidays-let them cater your parties and festive meals! To start off your Holiday celebrations, choose from many of their delicious handmade hors d'oeuvres, from Vegetable Spring Rolls, Filet on Garlic Toast, Coconut Shrimp, Figs & Brie, and Mini Beef Wellingtons, to their beautifully plated and decorated Antipasto's or charcuterie boards. They have an extensive entree and side dish menu with favorites like their homemade Lasagnas (Meat, Cheese or Vegetable) and a variety of other pasta dishes, filets, chicken dishes and seafood dishes. They guarantee there will be something on their menu to please everyone at your table! Calise's even brings in delicious pastries from the Bronx to compliment 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 with out all the stress! Calise's Holiday Party and Dinner Menu Calise's wishes you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year! Don Memo-Westport www.donmemowestport.comLocated in the heart of downtown Westport, Don Memo offers a fun, creative take on Mexican fare inspired by travels to Oxacana, Mexico City and Puebla. Clean, vibrant food and drink that represent the true spirit of Mexico. Don Memo is now open for brunch Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Visit their website to make a reservation or call the restaurant directly. Don Memo will be open for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve for both brunch and dinner beginning at noon. Don Memo also offers Hora Feliz with drink and food specials beginning at 4:30pm weekdays. Happy Holidays!Hub and Spoke-Fairfield www.hubandspoke.comEnjoy the spirit and magic of the holiday season and leave the stress of cooking to Hub and Spoke! They have a holiday gathering space that is available and perfect for groups of all sizes; happy hours, plated dinners, brunches, luncheons and everything in between to make your season bright. Looking for a festive Sunday brunch for your group? Hub and Spoke has seatings at 11:00am and 1:00pm every Sunday for their award-winning Sunday Brunch Buffet-at $45 per person plus tax and tip it includes a raw bar, waffle station, carving stations, mimosas and so much more! Feel like entertaining your family and friends at home? Hub and Spoke has got you covered with drop-offs, pick-up, and full-service catered events for the holiday season and beyond. Email events@hubandspokect.com for availability. From the Hub and Spoke Family to yours, wishing you a safe and happy holiday season!Kawa Ni-Westport www.kawaniwestport.comThe newly expanded Kawa Ni offers the perfect atmosphere for celebrating with friends this holiday season. Kawa Ni, an Izakaya style restaurant, serves great cocktails, sake bombs, dumplings, nigiri, donburi and ramen bowls. Join them for food and drink specials at Highball Happy Hour, Tuesday through Friday from 4:30-6pm. Kawa Ni will be open for lunch and dinner on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Reservations can be made by calling directly or visiting our website. Kawa Ni is also available to host private events for up to 75. Kanpai!Little Pub-Fairfield, Greenwich, Old Saybrook, Stratford, Wilton www.littlepub.comOrdering is now live for Little Pub’s HolidayBox™, a complete, pre-cooked, 5 course, heat n’ serve Holiday dinner in a box for 2 to 4 people that’s perfect for the various Eves and Days of the Holiday season. Choose from Stuffed Shrimp, Rib Eye Beef Roast, Applewood Smoked Ham, Cider Brined Pork Tenderloin, or Surf and Turf as a main dish. Then pick from sides like Buttermilk Biscuits, Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes, decadent Creamed Spinach, or individual Red Velvet Cakes. Pick it up, pop it into the oven, set the table, and you are good to go. Holiday boxes start at only $60 and are available for pre order now. Stop in to any Little Pub, order online (during business hours) or email info@littlepub.com. Menus and more on www.theholidaysbox.comPalmer’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 Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Hams, Heritage Berkshire Pork Roasts, and Colorado Lamb. Don’t feel like cooking? Let Palmer’s Gourmet-to-Go do all of the hard work for you! Start off with yummy hors d'oeuvres like Stuffed Mushrooms, Crab Cakes, and Bacon Wrapped Dates. Make your main course a show shopper with the Beef Wellington. This seared Filet Mignon comes wrapped in Puff Pastry and decorated with a Pastry Bow. Pair it with the Wild Mushroom Risotto and Brussels Sprout Hash. For dessert, you’ll love the Winter Cupcake Collection with flavors like Milk & Cookies, Chocolate Peppermint Bark and Gingerbread Latte. The Black Forest Cheesecake, Creme Brulee, Buche de Noel, and Hand-Made Cookie Platters are just a few of their 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 at palmersdarien.com/holiday. Prime-Stamford stamford.restaurantprime.comThis year, treat you and yours to a luxurious Christmas Eve Dinner at Prime, An American Kitchen & Bar in Stamford: a one-of-a-kind waterfront gem serving the most artfully crafted seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and USDA Prime steaks you’ll find north of Greenwich. With quality, taste, and beauty at the top of their priority list, Prime’s menu includes perfectly executed lobster and steak classics alongside richly creative dishes like Chef’s Veal Osso Bucco with a mascarpone polenta and horseradish gremolata; and this Christmas Eve they’re serving it all plus festive holiday specials crafted to warm even the tiniest Grinch heart. For a completely upscale dining experience this Christmas Eve, head to Prime.Simply 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!Villa Italia-Stamford www.villaitaliastamford.comBring joy to your table this Christmas Eve with a delectable meal from Villa Italia Ristorante & Bar. Seafood is a traditional Italian choice on Christmas Eve, and Villa Italia has a variety of dishes to choose! Start with Chef Neil’s scratch-made Crab Cakes with Tartar Sauce, Escargot alla Provencal with garlic, parsley-butter, puff pastry, Seafood Salad with shrimp, polpo, seppie, garlic, celery, virgin olive oil, and classic Shrimp Cocktail. Continue with Barramundi Filet with capers, shallots, lemon white wine sauce, asparagus risotto, Chicken Rollatine Stuffed with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mozzarella and prosciutto, sherry wine sauce, mashed potato, and Risotto Pescatore with mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari, fish filet, garlic, onion, tomato broth. Finish with Chocolate Mousse and Banana Cheesecake Panzarotti. Villa Italia is located on 26 Mill River Street in Stamford. Place your order by calling (203) 348-7742 or order online directly through their website and save 20% compared to third party ordering platforms Delivery is available. Villaitaliastamford.comVita Pasta Lab-Fairfield www.vitapastalab.comKnown for her delicious handmade smoked Italian pasta and sauces, Chef Vita can help add an Italian touch to your Christmas events with traditional dishes like ravioletti, fish ravioli, lasagna, tiramisu, and ricotta cheese pie. Looking for other Italian Christmas foods? Vita’s got you covered. Vita Pasta Lab is also known for Italian dining experiences, hands-on cooking classes, and even private birthday celebrations. Chef Vita will work with you to create the perfect menu and together you will create authentic Italian dishes including fresh pasta from scratch or comforting Italian dishes to keep you warm during the cold winter months. Doesn’t this sound like the perfect holiday gift for foodies? Pre-order for Christmas or learn more about booking a holiday cooking class at vitapastalab.com.The Whelk-Westport www.thewhelkwestport.comA restaurant and seafood bar tucked along the Saugatuck River offers an ever-changing menu featuring sustainable seafood and local produce. Private tables, communal and bar seating make it a perfect setting for holiday get-togethers of any size including private events up to 75 people. The Whelk will be open for lunch and dinner on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Reservations can be made by calling directly or visiting our website. Bring home a bit of The Whelk to add to your holiday menu. Order The Whelk’s Smoked Trout Dip or Whipped Chicken Livers by the pint. Visit thewhelkstore.com to place your order. Happy Holidays!Amazing Graze-WestonHoliday Cheese Boxes, Boards and Grazing tables are now available for order at Amazing Graze NYC. To find out more, please click www.amazinggrazenyc.com or email Info@amazinggrazenyc.comArtisan-Southportwww.artisansouthport.comFor Christmas Eve and Day, guests will enjoy starters such as Christmas Chowder and White Asparagus, entrees such as Maine Lobster and Rack of Lamb and decadent desserts, of course. See websites for menus.Balducci’s-Greenwich, Westportwww.balduccis.comChristmas Catering for you! A variety of dinner packages, party platters, Caviar, Sushi and seafood platters, brunch and breakfast options, desserts and more. Go one step further and snap up a Hostess Gift set, florals, or their Entertaining Gift set with includes EVOO and Sea Salt Crackers, Olive Bruschetta, Bellisari’s Blue Cheese Honey and Shallot Spread, Columbus Italian Dry Salame and Maille Cornichons all wrapped up on a bamboo cutting board.Bernard’s Restaurant-Ridgefieldwww.bernardsridgefield.comPrix Fix menu for Christmas Eve with menus for the adults and kiddos; soups, salads, entrees of Icelandic Cod, Long Island Duck, Beef Wellington and more. Call for seatings/reservations or reserve online or call 203-438-8282.Constantino’s-Greenwichwww.constantinosofgreenwich.comMichael and Robyn Bordes are the newlyweds behind Greenwich’s beloved family own and inspired restaurant, Constantino’s. Together, they combined their skills, love for Italian food, family recipes, and family and opened Constantino’s this past Spring. They will be open until 5pm and accepting catering orders for Christmas Eve until December 23rd.The Cottage-Greenwich, Westportwww.thecottagewestport.comThe Cottage Westport will be open on Christmas Eve from 5:00pm-8:00pm, offering festival specials in addition to its a la carte menu. Visit https://www.thecottage.kitchen/westport, https://www.thecottage.kitchen/greenwich or call 203.557.3701 for reservations. The restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day.DeTAPAS-Westportwww.detapasrestaurant.comCelebrate Christmas as they do in Barcelona at DeTAPAS Spanish Gastrobar in Westport - DeTapas will be introducing a new, special Christmas tapas. The Canelones Carlos Style is a cylindrical-shaped pasta stuffed with an elaborate mix of pork, chicken and foie gras, served with a velvety Béchamel sauce with gratin cheese. Diners will also enjoy a special Lamb chop and Churros con Chocolate will make a special appearance on the dessert menu too for those who absolutely must end their meal with something sweet.The Fresh Market-Westportwww.thefreshmarket.comThrough December 24th, for every $100 in gift cards a shopper spends in store, they will receive a coupon for $10 off a future purchaGruel Britannia-Fairfieldwww.gruelbritannia.comNibbles of English (or vegan) Sausage Rolls, Drunken Devils on Horseback, soups, their Christmas salad, a Christmas-for-two package or a la carte entrees, along with sumptuous sides and festive desserts. Place orders by Wednesday, December 21st.Happy Monkey by Jean-Georges-GreenwichHappy Monkey by Jean-Georges Happy Monkey will be open Christmas Eve and Christmas with a special menu. Reservations can be made here.Herbaceous Catering-Bridgeportwww.herbaceouscatering.comA farm to table Christmas feast by Herbaceous Catering includes figs wrapped in a blanket, buttermilk brined whole roast chicken, and butternut squash cream pie. Available for delivery on Christmas Eve. Kneads Bakery Cafe-Westportwww.kneadsbakerycafe.comHousemade Candied Orange and Hazelnut Chicken Pate, Fois Gras and Port Wine Torchon, Cognac Terrine, a complete Christmas dinner for 8,, along with sweets such as Chocolate Buche De Noel, Arethusa Eggnog Cheesecake, Panettones, pastry boxes and beautiful breads.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, offered from 5:00pm-10:00pm. Call 203-684-6232 for reserve online at OpenTable.L’escale-Greenwichwww.lescalerestaurant.comChristmas Eve (from 5:00pm-11:00pm) and Christmas Day (12noon-7:00pm) dining, with 3-course prix fixe dinners. Call for reservations and seatings or reserve at OpenTable.OKO-Westportwww.okokitchen.comOKO Westport will be open on Christmas Eve from 5:00pm-8:00pm, offering its a la carte menu. Visit https://okokitchen.com/westport or call 203.557.8404 for reservations. The restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day.Pier 131 Kitchen and Bar-Sheltonwww.pier131.comSpend Christmas Eve on the newly renovated Shelton Riverfront. Pier 131 boasts stunning views of the Housatonic River year-round. The spacious dining area has a comfortable and cozy vibe with a gas fireplace where you can enjoy a special Christmas Eve Menu featuring such dishes as Lobster Lollipops, Pan Seared Scallops, Halibut and Twin Lobster tails. Reservations required, call 203-513-2935.Rosie-New Canaanwww.rosienewcanaan.comPerennially tasty classics for your Christmas Day celebration: Truffle Potato Croquettes, Chicken Pot Pie, Filet Mignon, Bouche de Noel for dessert, among many choices. Order by Sunday, December 18th at 3:00pm.Saugatuck Provisions-WestportShop for all your Holiday Dinner Provisions at Saugatuck Provisions! Crown Rack of Lamb, fresh hams, whole ducks, fois gras, pheasant, you name it! https://www.toasttab.com/saugatuck-provisions-580-riverside-avenue/v3/. Is there something you would like but don’t see? Send the an email at: orders@saugatuckprovisions.comThe Wheel-Stamford www.thevillagewheel.comThe Wheel will be open Christmas Eve for brunch 11-3pm and dinner 5-8pm The restaurant serves American cuisine brimming with locally sourced ingredients in an industrial chic, waterfront setting and is located at The Village. Reservations can be made via OpenTable here.TUMU -Fairfieldwww.instagram.com/tumubykarlakrassinThis new spot features outrageously tasty authentic Mexican cuisine and so much more. Christmas dinner includes Chestnut & Cream soup, Brie with Bell Pepper Jam, Prime Rib, Stuffed Pork Loin, Beet Chocolate Cake +++. Order via email tumufood@gmail.com.Hartford CountyArtisan-West Hartfordwww.artisanwesthartford.comFor Christmas Eve and Day, guests will enjoy starters such as Christmas Chowder and White Asparagus, entrees such as Maine Lobster and Rack of Lamb and decadent desserts, of course. See websites for menus.Bear’s Smokehouse-Hartford, South Windsor, Windsorwww.bearsbbq.comBear’s Holiday dinner (feeds 6-8) or Bear’s Little Holiday dinner which serves 2, meat by the pound, whole meats such as whole turkeys, spiral ham, smoked salmon, tri-tip and lamb, sides, desserts, and cocktails-all you could need and will enjoy!Note: Please note that gift cards are not accepted for catering orders. Call 860-785-8772x4 to place orders if you need assistance and 72 hours advance notice required, please.Cafe Aura-Manchesterwww.cafeaura.comCelebrate Christmas Eve at Cafe Aura with a special à la carte menu from 3:00pm-10:00pm. During the holiday season, the restaurant will also be open for gift card and Holiday Gift Package sales from 9:00am-3:00pm. Reservations are required and can be made directly with the restaurant, (860) 643-2751.Cafe Louise Catering-West Hartfordwww.cafelouise.comFrom delicious hors d'oeuvres, special entrees and decadent desserts, Cafe Louise has a full Christmas menu for all at your table; Beef Wellington, Baked Stuffed Shrimp, appetizers and sides. They also have “Morning Of or Morning After” treats like Quiche, Egg Nog and Creme Brulee French Toast Casseroles and tea Breads. Order by Friday, December 16th.The Charles-Wethersfield www.thecharlesct.com Christmas Morning by The Charles! This only happens once a year - Pastry Chef Cat is making her famous oversized Cinnamon Rolls and also offering 2 Frittata selections: Breakfast sausage, potato, onion and fontina cheese or asparagus, potato, lemon and parmigiano reggiano. Holiday Brunch Box can be ordered throughout December 21st online at https://www.thecharlesct.com/christmas-morning-2022Greenhouse Cafe and Tavern-Burlingtonwww.greenhousecafeandtavern.comHoliday Brunch on Sunday, December 18th. Get into the spirit! Adult and kids’ menu, with all the breakfast faves plus a carving station, dessert station and Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas for the adults. Reservations required, call 860-673-8111 x1.The Hollow at Manchester Country Club-Manchesterwww.thehollowatmcc.comEnjoy a wonderful Christmas dinner prepared by The Hollow at Manchester Country Club (always open to the public!). Head Chef, Corey Wry, is offering a wide variety of classic comfort dishes, from Honey Lemon Glazed Salmon to Nonna’s Lasagnaand more! Place orders online by Wednesday, December 21st. View the menu and place an order: www.thehollowatmcc.com/christmas-eve-to-go-menuThe Kitchen-Hartfordwww.kitchencafe.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 Hanukkah Dinner Box, breakfast goodies, cookies (and frozen Chocolate Chip cookie dough) or a Fill Your Fridge package.Online ordering is available.Millwright’s Restaurant and Tavern-Simsburywww.millwrightsrestaurant.comChristmas Eve prix fixe menu, 4 courses for adults and children. Salads, oysters, soups, Steelhead Trout, Seared Scallops, Prime NY Strip, desserts such as Peppermint Swiss Roll, Caramel Cheesecake and more to make your holiday delicious. Make reservations online at OpenTable.Seasons Restaurant & Tap Room-Avonwww.avonoldfarmshotel.comOpen on Christmas Eve from 4:00pm-8:00pm, offering a special prix fixe holiday menu featuring festive selections. Reservations can be made via OpenTable, or by calling 860.269.0240. Closed on Christmas Day.Litchfield County1754 House-Woodbury www.1754house.com Christmas Eve at one of the oldest inn’s in CT! 3-course menu with dishes including French Onion Soup, Butternut Squash Risotto and Beet-Dusted Cod and desserts of Brown Butter Apple Crisp and Goat Cheese Cheesecake. For reservations call 203-405-3735.Community Table-New Preston www.communitytablect.com Christmas Eve 3-course, prix fixe dinner with such delights as Noank Oysters, Swedish Meatballs, Lobster Fra Diavolo, and Sticky Toffee Pudding for dessert.Children’s menu available. Live piano accompaniment. Reservations accepted from 4:30pm-9:30pm.Middlesex CountyCarlson’s Landing-Essexwww.carlsonslanding.comChristmas Eve dinner from 4:30pm-9:00pm. Offering a limited a la carte menu as well as a prix fixe. Reserve online.The Essex-Old Saybrooktheessex.comFor Christmas Eve, there is a Chef’s 7-course Feast of the Seven Fishes Tasting Menu with optional wine pairings. Courses include Kampachi Cru and Bluefin Tuna Tartare. Christmas Dinner is a 5-course tasting menu which includes Lobster & Vanilla Consomme, canape service, and choices of appetizer, entree, dessert and optional wine pairing. Reservations can be made on OpenTable.The Griswold Inn-Essexwww.griswoldinn.comGo for Christmas Eve buffet, from 10:00am-2:00pm, with salads and fruit, breakfast breads, a hot buffet and a craving station or their Holiday Brunch Buffet all three Sundays in December. Christmas is alive and well at this historic Connecticut inn and tavern. Don’t miss the Tap Room!Mystic Market-Old Saybrookwww.mysticmarket.comHoliday catering for you! A bevy of appetizers from Gung Pho Meatballs and Smoked Salmon and Mediterranean platters to soups, quiches, entrees such as Chicken Marsala, Roasted Salmon Filet. Also available are prepared dinners for 2, a la carte sides and scrumptious desserts. Order by Monday, Dec.19 at 4:00pm.Saybrook Point Resort & Marina-Old Saybrookwww.saybrook.comSpend Christmas Day dinner by the water of Long Island Sound. Enjoy their buffet from 11am-4:00pm, 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. Call 860-339-1318.New Haven CountyBear’s Smokehouse-New Havenwww.bearsbbq.comBear’s Holiday dinner (feeds 6-8) or Bear’s Little Holiday dinner which serves 2, meat by the pound, whole meats such as whole turkeys, spiral ham, smoked salmon, tri-tip and lamb, sides, desserts, and cocktails-all you could need and will enjoy!Note: Please note that gift cards are not accepted for catering orders. Call 860-785-8772x4 to place orders if you need assistance and 72 hours advance notice required, please.Camacho Garage-New Havenwww.camachogarage.comCamacho Garage will be open 11:00am-8:00pm on Christmas Eve, offering its a la carte menu and specials. Reserve online. The restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day.Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill – Fairfield and New HavenGeronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill will be open 11am-8pm on Christmas Eve at both its Fairfield and New Haven locations, offering its a la carte menu and specials. For reservations, visit https://geronimobarandgrill.com/ Fair Haven Oyster Co.-New Havenwww.fairhavenoysterco.comChef Emily Mingrone’s seafood-focused restaurant is offering the the Feast of the Seven Fishes for two for take-out ($150) which includes such dishes as Insalata Di Mare, Zuppa di Pesce, and Shrimp Carbonara. Orders must be made on Resy. Reheat instructions will be provided.Shell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill-New Haven www.shellandbones.com Open on Christmas Eve from 11:00am–8:00pm. In addition to the a la carte menu, specials include Celeriac Bisque, Mallard Duck Breast, Santa’s Cookies and more. Reserve online or by calling 203.787.3466. The restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day.The Wharf Restaurant at Madison Beach Hotel-Madisonwww.thewharfmadison.comChristmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner in The Wharf; 12oz Prime Rib Roast, 8oz Center-Cut Filet, Pan-roasted Wild Sea Bass, George’s Bank Scallops and lobster risotto. Make your reservations now!New London CountyCedars Steaks & Oysters-Foxwoodswww.foxwoods.comThrough December 30th, enjoy special meals at Cedars as you revel in their holiday fantastyland! Holiday specials such as Santa’s Sleigh Steak and Comet’s Chocolate dessert, along with holiday cocktails of Snowflake, Very Berry or Gingerbread martinis will add to the festivity.Engine Room-Mysticwww.engineroomct.comHoliday Dinner Series at Stone Acres Farm in Stonington, CT. Every Thursday, Friday and select Saturdays from December 8-31. Multi-course dinner with festive libations. Reservations required. Email info@engineroomct.com with questions.Mystic Market-Foxwoods, Mysticwww.mysticmarket.comHoliday catering for you! A bevy of appetizers from Gung Pho Meatballs and Smoked Salmon and Mediterranean platters to soups, quiches, entrees such as Chicken Marsala, Roasted Salmon Filet. Also available are prepared dinners for 2, a la carte sides and scrumptious desserts. Order by Monday, Dec.19 at 4:00pm.The Shipwright’s Daughter-Mysticwww.shipwrightsdaughter.comFor Christmas Eve, there will be an a la carte menu with options, such as Chef David Standridge’s famous Wellington for Two and Honey Glazed Dry Aged Rohan Duck, Popovers, and limited edition Candy Cane Pavlova. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.Windham CountyAnya-Thompsonwww.anyadining.comDinner with Santa on Tuesday, December 20th from 5:00pm-8:00pm. 3-course prix fixe dinner with adult and kids’ menus…Mrs. Claus’ Stew, the North Pole Wedge salad, Braised Short Ribs, Faroe Island Salmon, Gingerbread Truffle and Eggnog Creme Brûlée. All on the good list! Reserve soon!Inn at Woodstock Hill-Woodstockwww.woodstockhill.comBreakfast with Santa on Sunday, December 18th from 9:00am-11:30am. All the breakfast faves to be shared with the man of the moment, Santa! Reserve your tickets soon!Stone Row Kitchen & Bar-Willimanticwww.stonerowkb.comChristmas Even prix fixe dinner with 4 glorious courses, with sourdough and homemade butter, Roasted Butternut squash soup, Short ribs, Faroe Island Salmon, family-style sides, charcuterie boards, sweet desserts and more to fill your belly on a cold winter’s night. Book online via Resy.
