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Christmas lunch on the northern beaches
Where to celebrate Christmas Day on the Northern Beaches, Image courtesy of Destination NSW

There is nothing more Australian than celebrating Christmas Day with a delicious lunch beside the beach. The Northern Beaches has you covered with plenty of venues to take the stress out of all the planning and organising. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the festive vibe with your loved ones. Best of all, there’s no washing up afterwards!

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We will continue to update this list as more information is released.


Bluewater – Sold out

Join them for a Christmas buffet and a 3hr drinks package on Christmas day to take the stress out of Christmas and have a relaxing, joyous occasion.

Food platters are served upon arrival before a buffet main and a selection of desserts.

Santa will stop in to say hello and drop off some presents for any children present and children under the age of 4 are free.

Cost

Adults 18+ – $190 per person

Teens (13-17) –  $110 per person

Kids (4-12) – $70 per person

Kids (under 4) – free

How to book

Contact 02 9976 2051 for all bookings and enquiries


Dee Why RSL – Sold out

Leave the stress of cooking a big Christmas lunch in the past and head to Dee Why RSL.

The newly renovated Flame is offering a scrumptious four-course menu and Bistro has a three-course menu which offers a variety of Christmas favourites and live music.

Who doesn’t love a Christmas buffet? In Showroom you can enjoy a buffet with all the festive favourites.

Their Gaming and Bistro bars will also be open to the public to purchase drinks only.

Cost

Flame – four-course set menu

Adult – $160 members/$189 non-members

Child – $59 members/$69 non-members

Showroom – Buffet

Adult – $135 members/$159 non-members

Child – $55 members/$65 non-members

Bistro – three-course menu

Adult – $69 members/$81 non-members

Child – $35 members/$41 non-members

 How to book

Contact reception on (02) 9454 4000 to secure your table.


Fish Face

Christmas at Fish Face will be a day to remember. Indulge in a delectable 3 course choice menu and champagne on arrival. Savour a festive three-course feast, featuring shared starters, your choice of a main course, shared sides, and a choice of dessert.

Cost

Adult – $195pp

Child (7-12) – $90pp

Child (under 7) -$40pp

How to book

Book online


Harbord Diggers

Harbord Diggers is open for Christmas Day.

If you are looking for an Italian-inspired menu with an emphasis on seafood, head to AcquaFresca by Pilu and indulge in their four-course sharing menu.

Teddy’s is offering a three-course meal with Australian Christmas classics, including baked ham, prawns, oysters and pavlova.

DD Collective will also be open over Christmas where you can enjoy a hot lunch with your choice of a seafood or croquette entree, hot roast with all the trimmings for mains, and a Christmas pudding or tiramisu for dessert.

Cost

AcquaFresca by Pilu

Adult – $190

Child (under 12) – $90

Teddy Larkins

Adult – $160

Child (under 12) – $65

DD Collective

Adult – $95

Child – $50

How to Book

AcquaFresca by Pilu – phone 02 90718681 or get online at www.acquafresca.com.au/

Teddy Larkins – phone 02 8592 4276, or online www.teddylarkins.com.au/

DD Collective – https://events.humanitix.com/christmas-lunch-at-harbord-diggers


Harbord Hotel

Spend your Christmas Day at the Harbord Hotel. Enjoy the shared feasting menu. Plus, the best part – no washing up and more time for fun!

Cost

Adult – $225

Child (under 12) – $50

How to book

Book a table online


Bistro Manly

Celebrate Christmas Day at Bistro Manly & enjoy a charcuterie board on arrival, followed by an individual seated seafood table banquet. This feast includes lobster, prawns, crab, Balmain bugs, a traditional roast and a premium beverage package. Spend quality time with your loved ones on Christmas Day as you enjoy delicious food and breathtaking beachside views.

What is the Cost?

$265pp Adults only

How to Book

Book online at bistromanly.com.au


Pasadena

Celebrate Christmas Day with a delicious lunch overlooking picturesque Pittwater at Pasadena in Church Point. Expect a three-course shared menu with French bubbles on arrival.

Cost

Adult – $175

Child (under 12) – $45

How to Book

Book online at pasadena.com or contact 02 8998 7810.


Pilu at Freshwater

Enjoy a decadent four-course Christmas lunch at Pilu at Freshwater. The festive menu combines delicious seafood, pasta and beef with shared entrees and sides in a fantastic location at Freshwater Beach.

Cost

Adult – $330

Child (under 12) – $150

How to book

Contact 02 9938 3331 or dining@pilu.com.au for all bookings and enquiries


The Beach Club – Sold out

https://thebeachclub.com.au/whats-on/

Explore Collaroy’s well-loved Beach Club this Christmas Day, a local hotspot renowned for its laid-back vibe and breathtaking panoramic views. Treat your family to a memorable holiday feast, featuring Hot & Cold Seafood, Carvery, and all the trimmings.

Cost

Adult – $165

Child (under 12) – $75

How to book

Book online thebeachclub.com.au


Q Station

At Q station you can celebrate a unique Aussie Christmas overlooking Quarantine Beach and Sydney Harbour. Choose from either a feast for the senses at the Boilerhouse Kitchen & Bar or an exclusive buffet service including seafood in the Governor Bourke Ballroom. Relax and unwind and let them do the work.

Cost

Boilerhouse – Lunch or late lunch – 4-course set menu

Adult (18+) – $275

Teenagers (11-17) – $170

Kids under 11 can enjoy the standard kids menu

Governor Bourke Ballroom – Lunch or late lunch – Exclusive buffet service

Adult (18+) – $215

Teen (11-17) – $120

Child (5-10) – $45

Small children (Under 5) – Free

How to book

Contact 02 9466 1500 or manly@qstation.com.au for all bookings and enquiries.


Little Pearl

Celebrate Christmas Day at Manly’s only hawker-style bar and restaurant, Little Pearl, which offers prime ocean views of Manly Beach for a special lunch with the family.

Cost

Adult –  $199 per person

Teens (13-17) – $90 per person

Kids (under 12) – $45 per person

How to book

Book online  littlepearlbar.com/events/christmas-day/


New Brighton Hotel – Sold out

Enjoy a stress-free Christmas lunch at the New Brighton Hotel. Their menu includes cold platters, a hot carvery, and a tempting dessert selection, featuring everything from traditional roast turkey to Pavlova and Christmas pudding. Leave the cooking and cleaning to them and savour a delicious holiday meal without the hassle.

Cost

Adult – $115

Senior – $104

Child (4-12) – $65

Child (0-3) – Free

How to book

Book online