Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Cambridge
Planning a festive meal out? We’ve rounded up the best Christmas restaurants in Cambridge. You'll find puntside pubs near Magdalene Bridge, private dining rooms located behind King’s Parade, exclusive bars in Market, and way more. You don’t need Santa’s help cause we’ve gathered the best festive spots for your yuletide feast. Expect roast dinners with all the trimmings, festive afternoon teas, and set menus that even Scrooge would smile at. Traditions run deep in this city, after all, it’s home to the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols. Ready to sleigh your celebration? Scroll on and find your perfect table today.
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from £25
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining & Events
40 guestsBrowns CambridgeCentral CambridgeKKerry B.
“Using their semi private room separated by curtains. The food and service were both fantastic.” -
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
20 guestsBill's Cambridge RestaurantCentral CambridgePrivate Dining Room is a Dining Room in Bill's Cambridge Restaurant. A leather Chesterfield banquette frames an enclosed, intimate dining area. Design: The room pairs reclaimed wood floors and tongue-and-groove wall panelling
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from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBistro du Vin
95 guestsHotel du Vin CambridgeCentral Cambridge#Supervenue
Bistro du Vin is a private dining space in Hotel du Vin Cambridge that benefits from abundant natural light and a compact French-bistro layout. Design: The room combines dark timber dining tables and leather-upholstered chairs
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from £37
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Restaurant
31 guestsDe Luca Cucina & BarCentral CambridgeMain Restaurant, a Dining Room in De Luca Cucina & Bar, is an open-plan dining area that places the kitchen and cocktail bar in view. Design: The dining room presents exposed brick walls, tufted red leather seating and round
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from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFront Area
28 guestsMaurizio Dining & Co.CambridgeMaurizio Dining & Co. is an Italian restaurant near Parker’s Piece in Cambridge. There’s a café out front, a dining room in the back, and a counter with pasta, cheese, and other things.
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from £28
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPartial Venue Hire
45 guestsButch Annie’s RestaurantCentral CambridgePartial Venue Hire is a semi-private event area in Butch Annie’s Restaurant centred on a single long communal dining table that occupies a tucked-away, lower-level room.
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from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLibrary
12 guestsHotel du Vin CambridgeCentral Cambridge#Supervenue
The Library is a Dining Room in Hotel du Vin Cambridge centred on a period library setting defined by floor-to-ceiling bookcases. Design: The room presents classical proportions, polished wood floors and a central chandelier
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from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBack Right Section
70 guestsBill's Cambridge RestaurantCentral CambridgeBack Right Section, a Dining Room in Bill's Cambridge Restaurant, is a colourful banquette-lined dining area anchored by a long blue tufted bench. Design: The space pairs industrial elements — exposed ducting and metal columns
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from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
110 guestsNamaste Village CambridgeCambridgeNamaste Village Cambridge is a vegetarian-focused Indian restaurant serving an extensive menu of classic regional dishes. Venue highlights: Namaste Village provides in-house catering and runs promoted or ticketed events,
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from £59
per personCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsSticks'n'Sushi CambridgeCentral CambridgeSticks'n'Sushi Cambridge is a contemporary sushi restaurant defined by a central bar and a mix of dining zones that balance seated service and bar socialising.
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from £50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
100 guestsPrana Indian RestaurantCambridgePrana Indian Restaurant is an Indian restaurant defined by a stylish dining room finished with wooden floors and white-linen table settings. Design: The dining room uses low-level, warm lighting and a compact table layout
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from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
69 guestsPrezzo Italian CambridgeCentral CambridgeThis Italian restaurant in Cambridge combines classic Italian dining with a bright, modern interior and the option to dine outdoors. Design: Blue and red banquettes add colour to the dining room, alongside white walls, tiled
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What Christmas packages are available in Cambridge?
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include a three course meal or a festive buffet and drinks. Some spaces might even come decorated for the season! Christmas deals in Cambridge offer packages between £32.50 and £99.50 per person. You'll find options for 40 to 800 guests.
STARTERS – FOR THE TABLE
1. Edamame
2. Soy Cured Shake
3. Maguro Carpaccio
4. Soft Shell Crab Karaage
NIGIRI
1. Wagyu Aburi
MAKI
1. Ceviche
2. Hell’s Kitchen
3. Ebi Panko
4. Shake Aioli
STICKS
1. Aigamo Tsukune Truffle
2. Gindara No Miso
• Three-course festive menu
• Complimentary round of coffee or tea
MENU
STARTERS
1. Celeriac soup
2. Kale and tomato salad
3. Beetroot & goats cheese salad
4. Chicken liver pate
5. Smoked salmon
MAINS
1. Roast turkey breast
2. Tofu steak
3. 7oz beef rump
4. Seared salmon fillet
5. Vegan wellington
DESSERTS
1. Christmas pudding
2. Sticky toffee pudding
3. Banoffee pie
4. Cappuccino cheesecake
5. Spiced apple strudel
6. Fruit salad
• Three-course festive private dining menu
• Half bottle of wine per guest
• DJ and dancing until late
• Arrival from 6:15 PM; dinner from 7:00 PM; event ends 11:00 PM
• Festive Feast buffet
Menu
NIBBLES
1. Pork, leek & fennel pigs in blankets with onion jam
2. Parsnip croquettes with horseradish cream
3. Brie, cranberry & rosemary blinis
4. Beef dripping roast potatoes
SALADS
1. Cos, radicchio, goats cheese, beetroot, crispy kale, lemon & olive oil dressing
SLIDERS
1. Veggie slider – parsnip and celeriac nut roast sliders with apple sauce & spinach
2. Meat slider – pulled turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing
PIZZAS
1. Margherita
2. Soppressata
3. Pigs in blankets
4. Veggie
2 BEVVIES PER PERSON *COCKTAIL UPGRADE AVAILABLE
PROSECCO, WINE OR BOTTLED BEER/CIDER ON ARRIVAL
• Three-course festive menu
• Complimentary round of coffee or tea
MENU
STARTERS
1. Celeriac soup
2. Kale and tomato salad
3. Beetroot & goats cheese salad
4. Chicken liver pate
5. Smoked salmon
MAINS
1. Roast turkey breast
2. Tofu steak
3. 7oz beef rump
4. Seared salmon fillet
5. Vegan wellington
DESSERTS
1. Christmas pudding
2. Sticky toffee pudding
3. Banoffee pie
4. Cappuccino cheesecake
5. Spiced apple strudel
6. Fruit salad
FAQs about Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Cambridge
Booking costs of Christmas restaurants average £37 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 Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £300 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £750 | hire fee per day |
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 Cambridge, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Cambridge, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Restaurant at Raja Indian Restaurant Cambridge
on 60 King Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Raja Indian Restaurant is located in the heart of Cambridge. It is a short 3-minute walk away from Drummer Street bus station. It's simple to get to by bus or on foot because there are a number of other stops close by. -
Stoli Lounge at Revolution Cambridge
on Downing Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘We hosted well over 100 people in the club room, and while it was quite busy, it wasn't uncomfortably full!’ -
Christmas Party at Boom Battle Bar Cambridge
on 36 Saint Andrew's Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: What guests say: The space has a lively atmosphere and friendly, helpful staff. The bar maintains quick service and a clean environment during busy periods.
Smaller Christmas restaurants usually fit up to 45 guests seated. Here are some great options in Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data as of November 2026:
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Cocktail Lounge at De Luca Cucina & Bar - lounge for 45 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The lounge has a cosy, old‑school atmosphere. The space has attentive, organised service for private bookings. -
Backroom at Scott's All Day - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: There’s space for two tables, set against brick and dark panelled walls. Framed photos and art run along one side. The setup works well for birthday dinners or group brunch. -
Lounge Bar at Maurizio Dining & Co. - bar for 34 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups and teams seeking a relaxed setting for seated meals or informal standing receptions. What sets it apart: The space allows guest-curated music and external DJs to connect to the venue PA, enabling...
Cheap Christmas restaurants in Cambridge start from £20 per person or £25 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:
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Entire Venue at Prezzo Italian Cambridge, from £20 per person (up to 69 guests seated)
Venue said: Prezzo Italian Cambridge is a casual Italian restaurant serving stone-baked pizzas, classic pasta dishes and a dedicated children's menu. Venue highlights: Group menus and flexible booking options make organising meals easier. -
Restaurant Hire at Browns Cambridge, from £25 minimum spend per event (up to 250 guests seated)
Venue said: The venue features high ceilings and a bright, airy atmosphere, creating a welcoming environment for guests. -
Multi Use Studio at Glisson Road Studios, from £480 hire fee per day (up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: Studio 1 is our largest and most versatile creative space, designed to accommodate everything from commercial photography and film productions to workshops, rehearsals, fitness classes and private events.
Yes, Namaste Village in Castle offers fully vegetarian and vegan menus, making it a great choice for plant-based festive dining. Hotel du Vin and Sticks’n’Sushi also cater to dietary needs with varied menu options available for smaller group bookings.
Most venues include a set festive menu in their per-person pricing. This often covers multiple courses, table service, and sometimes a welcome drink. For minimum spend venues, the fee is typically used toward food and drink purchases. Some restaurants may offer optional upgrades for drinks packages or private room hire.
If you’re organising a large office Christmas party, venues like Cambridge Chesterton Indoor Bowls Club (capacity up to 1,000 seated) or Cambridge Christmas Parties in Lode (up to 5,000 standing) are top options. For central locations, Browns Cambridge can accommodate over 250 guests and offer flexible event options with catering included.
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