Christmas Restaurants in Suffolk 2023

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

View menus here.

 

Christmas 2023 at Shoulder of Mutton

The Street, Assington, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 5LJ

3 Courses | £32.50

Buffet Menu | £18.50 per head

View menus here.

 

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

View full menu here

 

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

See Christmas Fayre Menu here

See ALL Christmas Menus here

 

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

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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.

Find out more here.

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.

See menu here.

Christmas Parties

Lunch 12-4pm | 3 Courses plus coffee | £37 per person

Dinner 5-9pm | 3 Courses plus coffee | £43 per person

View menu here

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.

View Gourmet Menu

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

Find out more here.

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).

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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!

See full itinerary here.

 

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

View menu online here

 

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

View Menu here

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

View menu here

Christmas Party

2 Courses £25.95

3 Courses £31.95

View Menu here

 

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

Book online here

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.

View festive menu here.

 

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

View menu here

 

Shoulder of Mutton

The Street, Assington, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 5LJ

Christmas Festive Menu

3 Courses | £32.50

Christmas Buffet Menu

£18.50 per head

See menu here.

 

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]

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For ideas about what to do for New Year’s Eve, read our guide to New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Suffolk.