Christmas 2025: Your complete Mumbai food guide for festive menus this season

Prep for a large dinner from choice savouries ranging from a full-blown Christmas Turkey to Christmas Pudding (below), Honey Glazed Ham and Lobster Thermidor for your seasonal binge.
TILL January 4; 12 pm to 11.45 pm
AT Gallops Restaurant, Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mahalaxmi.
CALL 8591093010

Brunch it up

Pic Courtesy/Hotel Marine Plaza

Indulgent, fun, and filling, this Christmas Eve brunch might entice you to break your festive season diet records. Forget calorie counting for once.
ON December 24; 12.30 pm (brunch), 7.30 pm (dinner)
AT Hotel Marine Plaza, Marine Drive, Marine Lines. 
CALL 9152076421

Swish it with style

Pic Courtesy/8ish

If you are looking to up your ante this season, try out the aptly titled, Hotter Than Your Xmas cognac (below), or the mischievous Mrs Claus’ Secret (above) from this new favourite haunt.
TILL December 31; 5.30 pm to 1.30 am AT 8ish, Ground Floor, Express Towers, Ramnath Goenka Marg, Nariman Point.
CALL 9457118888
COST Rs 3500 (for two, with alcohol)

Dessert hunt

The season is incomplete without something sweet to savour. Head over to Colaba for a taste of Galette de Rois, and wash it down with some mulled wine simmered with cinnamon and star anise.
TILL December 31
AT The Table, Kalapesi Trust Building, Apollo Bunder, Colaba.
CALL 7045111880

Eastern suburbs

For a cosy bite

You might get a little warm with nostalgia as this brunch comes with the delight of cosy, familiar flavours like the slow-braised Lamb Chilli (above) or Ratatouille Crepes to remind you of home.
ON December 24 and 25
AT Le Café, near Natraj Cinema, Chembur East. 
CALL 67099988 

Carve it up

Sharpen your knives as this brunch and dinner comes with a complete Carving Turkey and a Seabass Kabayaki Carving Station. Make sure your knife skills are top-notch enough for the task.
ON December 25;  12.30 pm to 4 pm
AT Lake View Café, The Westin, Powai. 
CALL 8657956990 
COST Rs 4250 onwards (inclusive of buffet)

Lift your spirits

Say cheers with this seasonal round-up that comes with five specially curated seasonal drinks that end the year on a high.
FROM December 17 to 31; 12 pm to 1.30 am
AT Foo, Delphi Building, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai; also at BKC, Andheri.
CALL 9323333315

Fusion festivities

You cannot go wrong with this festive special menu, featuring Blue Pea Rice Cheese Balls, Barbecue Chicken Pops, Red Wine Grilled Chicken, and fusion desserts including Berry Muffins and a rich Gajar Halwa Cheesecake (below).
TILL December 30
AT 24K Kraft Brewzz, R City Mall, Amrut Nagar, Ghatkopar West (also at Seawoods Mall, Nerul).
CALL 9152612424

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Syrian Christian specials

Pic Courtesy/Nair on Fire

This is a rare chance to tuck into authentic Syrian Christian fare from Kerala including Varkala Squid Fry, Whole Stuffed Chicken Roast, as well as Angamaly Pork Fry.
FROM December 20 to 28
AT Nair On Fire
CALL 9324059522

Traditional tastes

This old haunt has served up traditional Christmas fare for generations. Hurry up before they run out of their usual special roasts.
TILL December 25
AT Glamour Building, Colaba Causeway, Colaba.
CALL 9224269773 (pre-orders only)

Navi Mumbai and outskirts

Sail into Christmas

Pic courtesy/@sailorscafebelapur

Soak in the Christmas spirit with the epic Roast Chicken (above) for a wholesome feast. Make sure you pre-order as this might sell quickly.
FROM December 17 to 31; 11 am onwards AT Sailors’ Cafe, Sector 15, CBD Belapur. 
LOG ON TO @sailorscafebelapur 
CALL 9137686834 
COST Rs 1499

Season to shop

From Christmas Bazaars, to a children’s fair as well as dinner and brunch to keep you happy, this Karjat venue offers a range of celebrations.
FROM December 25 to 28; 11 am to 8 pm
AT Saltt Restaurant and Bar, Oleander Farms, Karjat.
CALL 8591700195

Christmas pit-stop

Make this Christmas unforgettable with this buffet spread at a quick Lonavala getaway. 
ON December 24 and 25; 11.30 am and 7 pm onwards
AT The Orchid, Old Mumbai-Pune Highway, Valvan, Lonavala. 
CALL 8766631291
COST Rs 1499 (for adults); Rs 699 (for kids)

Cocktails in the hills

Pic courtesy/@angloindiancafe

Sip on holiday cocktails and roasted delicacies at this scenic café whose menu offers some inspiration from the Anglo Indian community.
TILL January 15; 10.30 am onwards
AT Anglo Indian Cafe, Della Enclave, Kune Village, Khandala, Lonavala. 
LOG ON TO @angloindiancafe 
CALL 9359820179 
COST Rs 650 onwards

Central Mumbai

Delish feast

Pic Courtesy/Milagro

From artisanal bread and cheese, to a slow-braised lamb leg and lamb pie, this restaurant is upping its buffet game for the season.
ON December 24, 25 and 31; 12.30 pm and 2.30 pm onwards 
AT Milagro, Swatantryaveer Savarkar Road, Prabhadevi.
LOG ON TO @milagromumbai
CALL 9167779102
COST Rs 1799 onwards 

Grannies’ special

Pic Courtesy/Brunch and Cake

If you tire of the grand celebrations, take the nostalgia route with this special menu that comes straight from grandma’s kitchen. Savour from hearty egg dishes to delicious blueberry cheese cake and strawberry tart (below); and take home an advent calendar.
TILL December 31; 7.30 am to 11 pm
AT Brunch and Cake, G4 Raheja Altimus, Lower Parel.
CALL 8657500061
COST Rs 1500 (for two)

Western suburbs

Slow-cooked fervour

Pic Courtesy/Olive bar and Kitchen

Nothing says Christmas like taking time to prepare dishes. This Bandra favourite offers a special seasonal Three-Day Lamb cooked slowly over three days, and served with a rich 48-hour lamb jus.
TIll December 31; 12 pm to 1.30 am
AT Olive Bar and Kitchen, Union Park, Bandra West.
CALL  7208478228
COST Rs 2500 onwards

Sweet delights

Pic courtesy/Veronica’s

Step into a wonderland of sweet treats with this limited-edition menu, featuring Rudolph’s Chocolate Mousse Roll (right), a Matcha Cheesecake Cookie, and crunchy Salted Caramel Tim Tams. Drinks include options from Mulled Wine to a Gingerbread Cookie Latte.
TILL December 25
AT Veronica’s, Waroda Road, Ranwar, Bandra West.
CALL 9372981697
COST R250 onwards (Christmas bakes); Rs 320 onwards (beverages)

European delights

Pic Courtesy/Que Sera Sera

Try a European brunch this festive season with an offering that includes the delicious Holly Jolly Pork Chops to a Snowfall Berry Pavlova Trifle or Mrs Santa’s Blushing Welcome (left) for your palate.
ON December 24, 25 and December 31 (till January 10); 9 am to 1 am
AT Que Sera Sera, Vastu Lane, Shastri Nagar, Andheri West.
CALL 7700004322

Humble spread

Pic courtesy/Aurea Cafe

Don’t miss the simplicity of this café offering a special sandwich spread for Christmas, and beverages such as Pumpkin Spiced Latte and a Mixberry Smoothie.
TILL January 10
AT Aurea Cafe, Kalpataru Avenue, Akurli Industry Estate, Kandivli East.
CALL 8655721926

Sober Christmas

Enjoy the season’s best dishes and drinks but with a PG13 twist offering mocktails like Dark Santa Melt and mouth melting desserts including a Christmas-themed Strawberry Tiramisu. 
TILL December 31; 10.30 am to 11.45 pm
AT Cafe Pibatie, Shop number 1, Shimpoli Road, Borivli West. 
LOG ON TO @cafepibatie
CALL 7977181838
COST Rs 310 onwards 
COST Rs 175 (sandwiches)

Celebrations on a plate

Pick from a decadent selection of menus from the crispy Butter Garlic Crab Croquettes, to the slow-cooked Confit Duck Leg Caramelle Pasta (left) to top your neighbour’s Christmas Eve lunch.
ON December 24, 25, 31 and January 1
AT La Panthera, Ground Floor, G Block, BKC.
CALL 8000909056

Yuletide fun

Sip on the Winter Warming Wine (below), or dig into the carefully crafted Chef’s Yule Log to make your seasonal brunch more entertaining.
TILL December 31; 11 am to 1.30 am AT Tattva Bar and Cafe, Redpine, Peninsula Hotel, Marol, Andheri West. 
CALL 6359182279 
COST Rs 2000 (for two) 

Pack of truffles

Pic courtesy/La Loca Maria

This Bandra favourite offers a winter menu that highlights the exotic La Trufa Negra or Black Winter Truffle with main courses, and desserts too.
FROM December 16 onwards; 12 pm to 3.30 pm, 7 pm to 1 am
AT La Loca Maria, Fatima Villa, Pali Hill, Bandra West.
CALL 9324404335

Feast time

Christmas specials at this outlet include the special Snow Man Mocktail, Roast Turkey, and vegetarian and non-vegetarian sizzlers, among other specials.
TILL January 2; 12 pm to 12.30 am 
AT Jugheads: The Unrestaurant/Northern Tadka Next, 6th Floor, Thakur Cinema Mall, Thakur Village, Kandivli East. 
CALL 8356829522