We take a look at some of the best options available across NI for those looking to eat out this Christmas.
Lough Erne Resort in Winter
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and if you fancy escaping the cooking and dreaded washing up this year then why not spend it with friends and loved ones in one of Northern Ireland’s top hotels.
Take the stress out of the Christmas dinner this year with a delicious traditional menu, festive atmosphere and maybe even a special guest appearance from Santa!
You can celebrate and indulge yourself over the festive season with a range of Christmas Day dining out options at many of our popular hotels and resorts.
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We take a look at some of the best options available across NI for those looking to eat out this Christmas.
Co Antrim
From relaxing breaks and luxurious Spa experiences, to the perfect Christmas gifts, festive splendour awaits at Co Antrim‘s Galgorm. The luxury hotel and resort just outside Ballymena is offering four different Christmas Day dining options.
Enjoy a gastronomic celebration of the traditional festive lunch at The River Room. A signature champagne cocktail and canapé reception is followed by a six-course lunch with entertainment, priced at £275 per person.
Five course traditional Christmas Day lunch options with live music are also available at Castle Kitchen + Bar; Fratelli and Gillies Restaurant. All are priced at £180 per adult or £70 per child.
Or if the idea of Christmas dinner by the beach appeals to you then The Marine Hotel Ballycastle is offering an indulgent six course carvery in The Kintyre Suite, crafted to make your festive dining truly unforgettable.
With prosecco on arrival from 12-3:30pm, this includes soup, hot and cold starters, palate cleanser, main course and desserts followed by tea/coffee. For adults it’s £99pp and £47pp for children up to 15.
Christmas at the Galgorm Spa and Golf Resort
Co Derry
The Christmas Day Grand Buffet Lunch at Derry’s Everglades Hotel is second to none where the team of chefs has created a menu of beautiful appetisers, succulent Christmas roasts, and decadent desserts. And if that’s not enough they will even have a visit from Santa for all the children. It’s priced at £155 per adult and £95 per child.
Another option is to make Christmas Day extra special with a festive five-course carvery lunch served from 12:30 to 2:30pm at The Lodge Hotel in Coleraine.
Enjoy a drinks reception on arrival, a selection of seasonal starters, traditional roasts, indulgent desserts, and tea or coffee to finish. Santa will also make a special appearance with gifts for the children. Adults: £99 per person, children: £35 per person (3-12 years).
Co Down
Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with the renowned Christmas Day lunch at Bangor’s Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, set in the eclectically stylish Clandeboye Suite. Step into a bespoke Christmas wonderland, where elegant decorations and festive music add to the wonderful ambience.
On arrival, enjoy a glass of champagne or winter-spiced mulled wine. The indulgent five-course menu showcases the best of local produce, offering a choice between fabulously festive dishes and luxurious traditional fare, including locally reared turkey and homemade plum pudding. It’s priced £165 for adults, children U12 £85 while U4’s eat free.
You can also celebrate Christmas Day at The Old Inn in Crawfordsburn with a sumptuous 5-course lunch, featuring a special menu and festive atmosphere. Served 12-4pm and costs £195pp for adults and £70 per child.
Co Fermanagh
In Co Fermanagh, the Lough Erne Resort’s classic olde-world atmosphere is immediately comforting with twinkling Christmas trees and decorations adorning the hotel in grand style. An open fire blazes and festive garlands adorn the mantelpieces, creating a magical old world resort with a home from home feel just outside Enniskillen.
Take the stress out of Christmas and indulge in a fabulous 4-course Christmas Day menu in the Ross Suite, as you indulge in the festive delights, produced by the culinary team, with all the trimmings and a choice of mulled wine or mulled cider. Christmas Day Lunch in the Ross Suite costs £140pp (adults) | £70pp (child – half portion) | £35pp (children’s menu).
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