Melbourne is set for a festive season to remember, with some of the city’s favourite pubs serving up indulgent Christmas lunches that take the hassle out of hosting. From riverside feasts and beachside banquets to modern share-style menus, venues across Melbourne are bringing people together to celebrate in relaxed, joyful style.
Kick off the festivities early with a Christmas Eve lunch at The Terminus Hotel that’s all about good food and great cheer. Enjoy shared entrées and a festive main of roast turkey with all the trimmings, plus an hour of bottomless beer, wine and soft drinks.
$70 per person
Sittings: From 12.30pm
Address: 605 Victoria Street, Abbotsford
Celebrate your Christmas in this brand-new CBD pub with a three-course feast of festive classics. Think glazed ham, turkey, and a few surprises, all served with style in the heart of Melbourne at Hicken’s Hotel.
$165 per adult | $49 per child (12 & under)
Sittings: 11.30am & 2.30pm
Address: 127 Russell Street, Melbourne CBD
Celebrate at Quarterhouse this Christmas Day for good food, flowing drinks, and festive spirit. Enjoy a bespoke three-course lunch, including premium seafood and roasted meats, complete with a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival.
$220 per person
Sittings: 11am & 2pm
Address: 693 Collins Street, Docklands
Gather riverside for a three-course share-style feast with sparkling city views, a glass of bubbles or a festive mocktail on arrival, and a menu made for celebrating. Perfect for families, with kids dining free on select dishes.
$99 per person | Kids under 12 enjoy one complimentary dish
Sittings: From 11am | Walk-ins welcome all day
Address: Southbank Promenade, Southbank
Transport your tastebuds to the Amalfi Coast this Christmas with a four-course Italian-inspired feast and a welcome drink to start the celebrations.
$150 per adult | $75 per child
Sittings: 11am, 11.30am, 2.15pm & 2.45pm
Address: 101 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Indulge in State of Grace‘s refined three-course sharing-style Christmas lunch with premium meats, fresh seafood, delicate desserts and a glass of bubbles to begin.
$169 per adult | $59 per child
Sittings: 11am or 2pm (2-hour seating)
Address: 27 King Street, Melbourne CBD
Celebrate in one of Melbourne’s most iconic pubs with a traditional Christmas feast — apricot-glazed ham, slow-cooked turkey and all the festive sides you love.
$165 per adult | $49 per child (12 & under, 2 courses)
Sittings: 11am & 2pm
Extra: The Public Bar will be open for walk-ins with live music and festive drinks
Address: 146 Flinders Street, Melbourne
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Bring everyone together for a three-course sharing-style feast featuring fresh seafood, glazed ham, roast turkey and a traditional Christmas pudding to finish.
$130 per adult | $45 per child (under 12)
Sittings: 11.30am & 2.30pm
Address: 619 Church Street, Richmond
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A heartwarming three-course festive lunch with all your seasonal favourites, from roast turkey, ham and sides to indulgent desserts. Vegan options available and the outdoor bar open for festive walk-ins from 12–3pm.
$145 per adult | $45 per child (6–12yrs) | Under 5 FREE
Sittings: 11am–1.30pm & 2.30pm–5pm
Address: 481 Burwood Road, Hawthorn
Christmas with a twist at Louey’s with a seafood platter to share, crispy porchetta, decadent dessert, and a two-hour drinks package featuring selected sparkling wines, beers, and soft drinks.
$195 per person
Sittings: 11.30am & 2.30pm
Address: 11 The Esplanade, St Kilda
Soak up the sunshine and sea breeze with a modern Aussie banquet and two-hour beverage package that includes beer, sparkling wine, house wine, and soft drinks, perfect for groups and families.
$195 per adult (13+) | $65 per child (12 & under) | Under 5 FREE
Sittings: From 11.30am
Address: 11 The Esplanade, St Kilda
Celebrate in style with a three-course family-style lunch, followed by general booking availability for evening drinks and a DJ to keep the Christmas energy going.
$130 per adult | $55 per child (10 & under) | Under 5 FREE
Sittings: 11.30am & 2.30pm
Address: 202 Barkly Street, St Kilda
A delicious three-course sharing feast of Christmas favourites with vegetarian options on request. Perfect for families and friends who want to gather this Christmas day for a traditional share-style fare.
$125 per adult | $50 per child (4–16yrs) | Under 4 FREE
Sittings: 11am–1pm & 2pm–5pm
Address: 238 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne
At College Lawn hotel, enjoy the chef’s take on a three-course feast served sharing-style of Christmas classics, featuring the perfect atmosphere for summer celebrations.
$135 per adult | $45 per child (under 12)
Sittings: 11am & 2.30pm
Address: 36 Greville Street, Prahran
Raise a mimosa (included on arrival!) and settle in for a three-course festive lunch celebrating the spirit of the Christmas season.
$150 per adult | $50 per child
Sittings: 11am & 2.30pm (2-hour sittings)
Address: 82 High Street, Windsor
Celebrate together this Christmas with family and friends at your favourite pubs, where festive menus, drinks packages, and seasonal spirit promise to make Christmas 2025 unforgettable. Early bookings are recommended.
