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.
Enter, the restaurant.
If you have never had Christmas day dinner in a restaurant before, you are in for a treat.
Father Christmas is on to something. He worked out the perfect formula years ago:
Arrive, be greeted with something tasty to eat and drink, spread some festive cheer, give some gifts, and then leave, knowing that the washing up is someone else’s responsibility.
He’s been doing it for years – and look how happy he is.
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 out guide to Christmas themed events in Suffolk, our New Years in Suffolk guide and our guide to Suffolk events throughout the year.
The Duke of York
Woodbridge
What’s included
3 course Christmas meal
What makes it special
The cosy pub atmosphere makes it perfect for a traditional family Christmas.
Prices
£54.95 for 3 courses
Children’s menu £27.50
How to book
- A non-refundable deposit of £10 per person is required upon booking
- Full payment is required by 1st December 2018
- Book online using the online booking system
Miller & Carter Steakhouse
Ipswich
What’s included
5 course meal ‘with added luxury’.
What makes it special
One of the courses is a Champagne Sorbet, ‘a refreshing sparkle to cleanse your palate’.
Prices
£68.95 per person for 5 course meal (includes coffee and luxury macaroons)
Young Guest set menu: £34.95 for 4 course meal
How to book
- £10 deposit is required per person for Christmas day bookings
- Deposits are non-refundable if cancelled or amended
- Full payment needs to be made by 30th November 2018
- Bookings can be made in the restaurant or over the phone.
- 01473 659210
Salthouse Harbour Hotel
Ipswich
What’s included
Christmas Day Lunch, from 12:30 – 2pm:
Champagne and canapés on arrival, followed by a 5 course meal.
What makes it special
Award winning restaurant in a waterfront location.
Prices
£105 per adult
£50 per child (half portion)
How to book
- Call, email, or visit the hotel to book.
- [email protected]
- 01473 226789
Find out more about Salthouse Harbour Hotel here.
The Crown at Woodbridge
Woodbridge
12:00 arrival for 12:30pm sit down
What’s included
Champagne and canapés on arrival
Six course meal
What makes it special
Chocolate truffles and mince pies.
Prices
£97.50 for six courses
£49 for children age 12 or under
How to book
- Non-refundable deposit may be required.
- Call to book
- 01394 384242
The Hadleigh Ram
Hadleigh
12:00 arrival, with lunch at 12:30pm
What’s included
Champagne and Canapés on arrival
3 course meal
Coffee and Petits Fours
What makes it special
Vegetarian options are available- ask for further details.
Everything at the Hadleigh Ram is homemade; including bread, pasta, and ice cream.
More info about the day can be found here.
Prices
£100 per person
How to book
- A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required at time of booking.
- Full payment and menu choices are required by 5th December 2018.
- Book in person at The Hadleigh Ram.
The Ship at Dunwich
Dunwich
What’s included
Christmas Day Breakfast
Traditional Christmas Day Lunch
Evening Buffet
What makes it special
Rather than just catering for Christmas Day, The Ship at Dunwich is offering various packages to stay in one of their cosy rooms from Christmas Eve, right through Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Arriving on Christmas Eve, you will be greeted with homemade mince pies and mulled wine, and you will be well fed and looked after over Christmas Day and Boxing Day, or however long you want to stay.
Prices
Various packages available, further details available here.
How to book
- Book via phone: 01728 648219
The Brook Hotel
Felixstowe
What’s included
4 course Christmas lunch from 12pm
What makes it special
Choice of five different options for each course, so most tastes should be catered for.
Prices
Adults: £64.95
Children under 12: £19.95
Under 3’s: Free
How to book
- £20 non-refundable deposit is required to confirm a booking.
- Full payment must be received one month prior to the meal.
- Menu choices must be received no later than Sat 14th December 2018.
- Book via phone or email
- [email protected]
- 01394 278441
Hintlesham Hall
Ipswich
What’s included
5 course Christmas lunch
What makes it special
Log fires and home-made baby mince pies.
Prices
Adult: £135
Child (age 5-12 years): £67.50
How to book
- Call or email the hotel to arrange booking
- [email protected]
- 01473 652334
Click here to find out more about Hintlesham Hall Hotel.
Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf, & Spa
Leavenheath
What’s included
3 course Christmas Lunch
What makes it special
There will be a Coffee Station so you can help yourself to coffee and mince pies.
Prices
£49.95 per person
How to book
- Booking and full payment is required in advance.
- Call or email to book.
- [email protected]
- 01206 265827
Click here to find out more about Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa.
Ravenwood Hall
Bury St Edmunds
What’s included
Six course Christmas Lunch
What makes it special
Includes a gift from Father Christmas.
Prices
Adults: £83
Children under age 10: £41.50
How to book
- A non-refundable deposit of £20 per person is required upon booking.
- Full payment is required by 1st December 2018.
- Call 01473 730607 or book online.
Lavenham Greyhound
Lavenham
What’s included
Fizz and Canapés on arrival
Three course meal
Tea & Coffee
More info can be found here.
What makes it special
Vegetarian menu available. Contact Lavenham Greyhound for more details.
Prices
Adults: £75
Children: £30
How to book
- 50% non-refundable deposit is required upon booking.
- Full payment and menu choices required by 5th December 2018.
- Call to book: 01787 249 553
The Beagle
Sproughton
What’s included
3 course Christmas Day meal
What makes it special
Raspberry and white chocolate Eaton mess.
Prices
Adults: £56.95
Children: £27.95
How to book
- A non-refundable deposit of £10 is required per person upon booking
- Full payment and menu choices are required by 1st December 2018.
- Book online.
Long Melford Swan
Long Melford
What’s included
Canapés and Champagne
Five course Christmas Day meal
What makes it special
Everything at the Long Melford Swan is home made, from stocks and sauces, to breads and ice cream.
Prices
£100 per person
How to book
- 50% non-refundable deposit is required upon booking.
- Full payment and menu choices required by 5th December 2018.
- Call to book: 01787 464 545
Harvester Ravenswood
Sproughton
What’s included
Four course Christmas Meal
What makes it special
The desserts- choose from delicious options such as a Belgian Chocolate Golden Bar, a Chocolate Trio Tasting Plate, or a Baileys Salted Caramel Profiterole Sundae.
Prices
£44.99 for four courses
How to book
- A deposit of £10 per person is required upon booking.
- Book online using the restaurant’s online booking system.
Wherever you end up spending Christmas day, we hope you have a fantastic time. And keep in mind one thing:
Mince pies are much more delicious if you take the time to warm them in the oven.
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