Restaurants for a Christmas Meal in Suffolk – Updated for 2023
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a traditional Christmas dinner. Crispy roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings in puddles of rich gravy, and all the trimmings…
It doesn’t get much better than Christmas dinner.
In fact, the only thing that could make it better would be if you didn’t have to do any of the food preparation or washing up.
If you have never had Christmas day dinner in a restaurant before, you are in for a treat.
So why not follow his lead? Skip the hours spent in the kitchen missing the important moments and worrying about how long until the veg needs to go on, and just turn up for the food.
We have gathered together details of some of Suffolk’s best restaurants to eat at on Christmas Day. Just make sure you secure your booking early!
You may also be interested in reading our guide to Suffolk events throughout the year.
Christmas at Hintlesham Golf Club
Hintlesham, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3JG
Festive Lunches
Available throughout December
2 Course | £25
3 Course | £28
Festive Afternoon Tea
Available throughout December
£18.50 per person
Christmas Carol Lunch with Vintage Vocalist Jade Dono
Sunday 17th December
3 Course Lunch with Music | £35
Christmas Party Nights
Friday 24th November & Friday 1st December
£50 per person
To book call 01473 652761 or email [email protected]
See all menus and how to book here
Christmas 2023 at The Lavenham Greyhound
97 High Street, Lavenham, Suffolk, CO10 9PZ
3 Courses | £32.50
Buffet Menu | £18.50 per head
Christmas 2023 at Shoulder of Mutton
The Street, Assington, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 5LJ
3 Courses | £32.50
Buffet Menu | £18.50 per head
Christmas at The Crown Woodbridge
The Crown, Thoroughfare, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1AD
Christmas Party Nights
Dates: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th & 16th December
3 Courses + welcome drink & entertainment | £42pp
Christmas Day Lunch
6 Courses | £97.50
View all menus and more information here
Christmas at The Bramford Cock
The Bramford Cock, The Street, Bramford, Ipswich, IP8 4ED
Christmas Day Menu
5 Courses | Adults £80.00 | Children £45.00
Xmas Menus at The Maldon Grey
The Maldon Grey, Cats Lane, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2RZ
Christmas Day Menu
4 Courses | £47.99 – View Adult’s Menu
3 Courses | Child £15.99 – View Children’s Menu
Christmas Fayre Menu
2 Courses | £21.99
3 Courses | £24.99
Christmas at The White Horse Corton
47 The Street, Corton, Suffolk, NR32 5HP
Festive Menu
2 Courses | £21.95 – View menu
3 Courses | £25.95 – View menu
Christmas Day Menu
3 Courses | £65 – View menu
Places to Visit in Suffolk
Christmas Menu | The Crown Inn Glemham, Suffolk
Great Glemham, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 2DA
Christmas Day Menu
Coming soon
Christmas Party Nights 2023 | Hintlesham Hall
HINTLESHAM, IPSWICH, SUFFOLK, IP8 3NS
Christmas Party Nights
Our staff will welcome and show your guests to one of our lounge areas where your evening will begin with a complimentary glass of Prosecco from 6:45pm, followed by a three-course Christmas meal from 7.30pm.
Our resident DJ will set the party atmosphere for dancing until 12am in the Salon. Casino tables after dinner to keep all party goers entertained Our lounges will also remain available for those who prefer to simply relax during the evening
3 Courses | From £55.50 per person.
Christmas in the Country break
Picture a traditional Christmas scene: roaring log fires, traditional decorations, indulgent food and drink, and the time to make memories with loved ones in stunning surroundings. Christmas at Hintlesham Hall is just that!
Our Christmas break offers guests a festive three-night stay beginning with a warm and welcoming arrival on Christmas Eve, an unforgettable celebration on Christmas day and the chance to enjoy the timeless surroundings of Hintlesham Hall on Boxing Day.
View all details and booking information here
FESTIVE PERIOD DINING | THE ANGEL
The Angel Hotel, 3 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1LT
Festive Afternoon Tea
Served everyday from 12pm onwards throughout December excluding 24th, 25th & 26th.
Christmas Parties
Lunch 12-4pm | 3 Courses plus coffee | £37 per person
Dinner 5-9pm | 3 Courses plus coffee | £43 per person
Christmas Eve
Lunch 12-4pm serving our A La Carte Menu
Booking is essential.
Boxing Day
12pm to 3pm
3 Courses plus Coffee | £49 per person
CHRISTMAS 2023 | MILSOM HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Talbooth Restaurant takes on a magical atmosphere in December for the run-up to Christmas, with special menus, rooms for private dining and a special stay at Talbooth House & Spa.
LE TALBOOTH
Gun Hill, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6HP
CHRISTMAS GOURMET MENU
Delicious five-course menu; available every evening from Friday 1st – Saturday 23rd December (apart from Sundays). Can be enjoyed with an optional wine flight to accompany the menu to enhance each dish.
5 Courses | £85.00 per person Monday to Saturday, dinner only.
Wine flight to accompany Christmas Gourmet menu £65.00 per person.
CHRISTMAS GOURMET GETAWAY
During December, enjoy the fabulous gourmet dinner and stay overnight at Talbooth House & Spa.
Includes:`
- Bed and Brilliant Buffet Breakfast at Milsoms
- Access to spa facilities
- Five course Christmas Gourmet dinner
From £245 per person Monday – Thursday
From £295 per person Friday & Saturday
LUNCH IN THE RIVER ROOM
Available from Monday to Saturday from 12 noon to 2.15pm.
Two courses £38.00
Three courses £49.50
Traditional turkey (carved by the Chef in the restaurant) and Christmas pudding will be on the lunch menu throughout December from Monday 4th. The menu is updated each week with exciting new dishes.
Minimum two – maximum 12 (if you want to go ‘crackers’ just ask).
Restaurants in Suffolk
Festive Stay at Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel
Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel, Lakeside Avenue, Thorpeness, Leiston, IP16 4NH
3 Night Christmas Package
24th – 27th December
Prices start from £480 per person
Full bed and board Christmas break. Full details outlined below, with unlimited golf throughout and optional entry to our Boxing Day Golf Competition with prizes!
Christmas | Ufford Park
Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa, Yarmouth Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1QW
Let your hair down and celebrate the festive season with your family, friends or colleagues. We have laid on something to capture everyone’s imagination. Which will you choose?
Live and Let Dine Comedy Night
Saturday 25th November £49.50 per person
Arrival drink, 3 course choices menu, disco until 01.00am and a James Bond themed comedy errors show
LQ Disco Party Nights
Arrival Drink, 3 course set menu, Disco until 01.00am
- Friday 24th November £44.50 per person (in the Deben Suite) – menu
- Friday 8th December £42.50 per person (in the Waveney) – set menu
- Saturday 9th December £42.50 per person (in the Waveney) – set menu
- Friday 15th December £42.50 per person (in the Waveney) – set menu
- Saturday 16th December £42.50 per person (in the Waveney) – set menu
- Thursday 21st December £42.50 per person (in the Waveney) – set menu
Fun Casino Party Night
Arrival drink, 3 course choices menu, disco until 01.00am and Play for fun casino tables
- Friday 8th December £49.50 per person
- Saturday 9th December £49.50 per person
- Friday 15th December £49.50 per person
Live Band Party Nights
Arrival drink, 3 course choices menu, disco until 01.00am and Live music from The Manuels.
- Friday 1st December £49.50 per person
- Saturday 2nd December £49.50 per person
- Saturday 16th December £49.50 per person
- Friday 22nd December £49.50 per person
2023 Christmas Menu | The Greyhound – Ipswich
The Greyhound, 9 Henley Road, Ipswich, IP1 3SE
‘Tis the season to be jolly and anyone who tucks into our brilliant Greyhound Christmas menu always leave happy.
Happy, not because they’ve taken advantage of the bar just yards away, although some guests do make rather good use of it, but because our Ipswich pub Christmas dinner is renowned for its excellence.
2 Courses £30
3 Courses £35
Restaurants in Suffolk
Christmas Day | The Highwayman
The Highwayman, Norwich Road, Ipswich, IP6 8PD
Christmas Day
View our wonderful Christmas day menu and book online.
3 Luxury Courses £82.50
Christmas Party
2 Courses £25.95
3 Courses £31.95
Christmas Day Dining | RETREAT EAST
Brick Kiln Farm, Sandy Lane, Hemingstone, Suffolk, IP6 9QE
Christmas Day
Join us for a fabulous celebration in The Great Barn this Christmas Day. Enjoy a chilled glass of fizz & canapés on arrival before sitting down to a three-course meal.
3 Courses | £135.00
Festive Feasting
Join us this December for a Festive Feasting in The Great Barn restaurant.
Ideal for your work Christmas parties, intimate gatherings, or simply cherishing moments with your nearest and dearest.
Christmas Menu | The Manger
The Manger, Bradfield, Combust, Bury st Edmunds, IP30 0LW
Available throughout December, excluding Sundays and pre-ordered only
2 courses | £29.95
3 courses | £30.95
Shoulder of Mutton
The Street, Assington, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 5LJ
Christmas Festive Menu
3 Courses | £32.50
Christmas Buffet Menu
£18.50 per head
The Lady Of The Lake | Lowestoft
124 Bridge Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9JT
Festive Menu
Available from 1st December – 23rd December 2023
2 Courses | £17.95
3 Courses | £23.95
Contact to book: 01502 516145 | [email protected]
Places to Stay in Suffolk
Lodge with Hot Tub | Five Acre Holiday Camp
Five Acre Holiday Camp, College Road, Wyverstone, Suffolk, IP14 4SD
Newlands Staycations | Suffolk Holiday Park
Newlands Otley Road, Grundisburgh, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 6RY
For ideas about what to do for New Year’s Eve, read our guide to New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Suffolk.