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.
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 £45 and £99.50 per person. You'll find options for 40 to 230 guests.
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 £200 | 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 95 guests | prices average £500 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:
Smaller Christmas restaurants usually fit up to 45 guests seated. Here are some great options in Cambridge, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Riverside Dining at Galleria Restaurant - restaurant for 45 guests
Venue said: Galleria Restaurant provides a warm and welcoming setting for festive gatherings, Christmas parties, family celebrations and corporate events. Our restaurant offers a comfortable and elegant setting where guests can relax,
Library at Hotel du Vin Cambridge, rated 5/5 - dining room for 12 guests
Venue said: Full of character and grace, the Library is a warm and intimate space perfect for smaller gatherings, from board meetings to private dinners. Surrounded by bookshelves and soft lighting, it creates a gracious atmosphere for...
Back Left Section at Bill's Cambridge Restaurant, rated 4/5 - event space for 30 guests
Venue said: Looking for a semi private space for your event? We can fit up to 30 guests as semi private or have more space and accommodate up to 48 guests in the full back left section!
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 September 2026:
Entire Restaurant at Raja Indian Restaurant Cambridge, from £20 per person
(up to 25 guests seated)
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.
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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