Brisbane is ready for your Christmas dinner! The best way to celebrate the holidays is with a feast, so we’ve collected the best Christmas restaurants in the city. Whether you’re planning a family dinner in the CBD or a Christmas lunch in one of Brisbane’s riverside restaurants, you’ll be spoilt for choice here. Start your journey to find the perfect venue, with our smart search filters making the process easier than ever before. From cosy eateries to sunny bistros, Brisbane offers something for everyone!
In Brisbane, prices of Christmas restaurants average $56 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Brisbane, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $40 | to $78 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $1000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
The Cellar at El Ritmo
in Fortitude Valley - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Excellent all round - will book again.’
The Atrium at The Sound Garden
in Fortitude Valley - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The venue manager got back to me quickly, 10/10 service. Would happily go there again!’
Watch House at The Lord Alfred
in Petrie Terrace - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The food was tasty and the venue ideal for our purpose.’
You'll find Christmas restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Brisbane, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small Christmas restaurants | up to 40 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium Christmas restaurants | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large Christmas restaurants | over 95 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
Hosting a memorable Christmas dinner or lunch in Brisbane is all about strategy and planning. Here are some top tips to ensure your festive celebration is one for the books:
Remember, Christmas in Brisbane is a time for joy and celebration. With the right venue, planning, and a dash of creativity, you can host a holiday event that your guests will be talking about well into the New Year!
Of course! Brisbane is filled with one-of-a-kind restaurants for your Christmas feast, so you can pick the flavour of unique that you love the most. Here are some of our recommendations: