We have so much to be merry about, especially our restaurant heroes who are making it possible to spend more time with our families this year. Take the stress out of the holiday season and keep your kitchen clean this year. We’ve rounded up a list of hot spots around the city that will do all the work for you on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Be sure to call ahead for reservations and orders.
ABA, 1011 S Congress Avenue, Building 2, Suite 180
This year, enjoy a Christmas Eve or Christmas Day feast from Aba! The menu includes: Wild Mushroom Hummus, Stracciatella with Persimmon, Thyme Roasted Carrots w/ Labneh, Grilled Chicken Kebab, Braised Short Rib, Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Honey Pie. The Christmas Carry-Out costs $56.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included) and is available for groups of 2, 4 or 6. Plus, add on sommelier-selected bottles of wine and kids meals. Pick-ups and deliveries are on December 24th from 10:00AM-4:00PM. Order by Tuesday, December 21st at 9:00AM. All items are served cold with reheating instructions .Order here!
Rosedale Kitchen and Bar, 3800 North Lamar
Tis’ the Season to Feast! This year let Chef Poc and the Rosedale Kitchen and Bar Team cook your Christmas Dinner paired with Pitmaster Quirino Silva of Longhorn Texas BBQ Oakwood Slow-Smoked Briskets and Hams. Longhorn Texas BBQ slow-roasts their Briskets and Hams in Oakwood until tender and juicy. Order them a la carte, as a combo, or pair them with family sharing favorites such as Apple + Cinnamon Glazed Brussels Sprouts, Mexican Creamed Corn, Roasted Rosemary Potatoes, Ranch Beans, RKB Red Cabbage Slaw, and More. Finish everything off with House-made Chimichurri or Horseradish Sauce. Then wrap it all up with a dozen Festive Holiday Sugar Cookies by Pastry Chef Gabby Roberts and Cranberry Cream Rita Cocktails made for two by Bar Manager Aaron Hernandez. Enjoy your leftovers with a “Morning After Breakfast” Pack featuring a1/2 Dozen House-made English Muffins, Jam, and Local, Organic Hausbar Farms Eggs.
Bakery Lorraine: Multiple Locations
Bakery Lorraine will have holiday-themed desserts and pies available for order at all of their locations across San Antonio and in Austin. Availability varies by store. Orders can be placed in-person or on the Bakery Lorraine website here.
Ciclo: 98 San Jacinto Blvd.
Celebrate the holiday with family and friends in Ciclo on Christmas day for a buffet! Enjoy an extensive array of brunch and dinner dishes inspired by the season – from an assorted charcuterie, orange-sage Christmas chicken, short rib eggs benedict and beet salad for $135 per adult and $50 per child.
Contigo: 3709 Promontory Point Dr.
Contigo is creating your full holiday dinner party for up to10 people. Menus feature items like a seasonal charcuterie and cheese, dips, spreads and appetizers including charred baba ganoush dip, house pimento cheese, black pepper cream cheese & pumpkin turnovers, pulled chicken sliders and peach & eggnog loaf. Plus, seasonal batch cocktails by the 1/2 gallon like cranberry Old Fashioneds, negroni, red sangria and spiked horchata. Available for pickup or delivery with four days notice: order online here Learn more and place your order here.
Goodall’s at Hotel Ella: 1900 Rio Grande St.,
Jazz up your Christmas Day plans. Share good tidings & cheer with family and friends over festive brunch specials in the Goodall’s dining room, accompanied by the rhythms of a local jazz trio from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make your reservation here.
Texas Honey Ham Co.: 3736 Bee Cave Rd Suite 6; 512.330.9888
Take the day off! Let Texas Honey Ham take care of the cooking and enjoy a traditional holiday spread with honey-baked ham, roasted turkey breast, and all the fixings. Don’t forget to pick up some of the classic holiday sides like cornbread dressing, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, chipotle-cranberry sauce, and more. Call them at 512-330-9888 to place your orders!
L’Oca d’Oro: 1900 Simond Ave
L’Oca d’Oro will be serving up a traditional Italian Feast of the Seven Fishes this Christmas Eve (and also the day before). The meal will be served family-style, with seven seafood dishes being served in four courses, from shellfish crudo and spaghetti con vongole. The meal is priced at $85 for adults and $35 for children between the ages of two and ten. Reserve online.
Texan Café and Pie Shop: 207 East St, Hutto
Let the pros at Texas Café and Pie Shop take care of the finale of your feast this Christmas! Preorder one (or a couple) of over 30 kinds of pies that range from the classic to creative. To order please call them at 512-846-2885.
Smokey Mo’s BBQ, Multiple Locations
Grab your Christmas dinner to-go from Smokey Mo’s BBQ this year! Get ready-to-go smoked turkey meals with all the trimmings with pecan and pumpkin pies available for purchase as well. Pre-order by calling a location nearest you or online now.
Stella San Jac: 310 E. 5th St., Austin; 512-792-5648
Join Stella San Jac for a family-style meal in Santa’s workshop. Available now through December 31, enjoy breakfast for $30 per person, brunch for $50 per person, lunch for $40 per person or dinner for $70 per person. Santa visits every Saturday from 3 to 5 pm! Learn more here.
Wu Chow, IBC Bank Plaza, 500 W 5th St #168
Celebrate the holidays with Wu! They will be open on Christmas Eve for dine-in and to-go and Christmas Day for to-go. Enjoy authentic modern Chinese dishes representative of all eight styles of Chinese cuisine!
Italian Cucina & Wine Bar,1500 S. Lamar #110
Join Italian Cucina & Wine Bar for their Feast of Seven Fishes! Offered on Christmas Eve from 5:00pm to 10:30pm enjoy the special seven-course dinner. More information and menu to come!
Vinaigrette: 2201 College Avenue
Vinaigrette’s sister cafe, Modern General [Feed + Seed], is having a holiday bake sale pop-up! Offering pies and a bourbon pumpkin cheesecake these are perfect for a no-fuss dessert. Orders can be placed online here. Also on December 19, they’ll be having the ultimate holiday cookie party selling kits that include egg nog you and supplies for two people to decorate cookies and be merry. Order yours here.
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