From elegant multi-course feasts to festive, family-friendly gatherings, New York City restaurants are delivering a sleigh-full of holiday magic this Christmas season. Whether you crave seafood, classic French cuisine, or modern takes on Indian dishes, here are the top places to dine in NYC this Christmas.

Jean-Georges’ Four Twenty Five | Midtown

For an opulent Christmas Day celebration, Jean-Georges’ Four Twenty Five offers a three-course holiday menu guaranteed to create unforgettable memories with family and friends. Priced at $188 per person, the menu will be served from 12 PM to 8 PM, showcasing elevated seasonal dishes like:

• Nantucket Bay Scallop Tartare with tahini citrus dressing, chili oil, and shiso,

• Butter Poached Lobster accompanied by a sweet and spicy black peppercorn condiment,

• Seared Wagyu Beef Tenderloin with roasted pistachio crumb and aromatic beef jus.

The meal concludes on a sweet note with the Mont Blanc dessert, featuring hazelnut praline, chestnut cream, and cassis sorbet. Reservations can be made via Resy for this festive and luxurious dining experience.

Malibu Farm | Seaport District

Celebrate Christmas Day at Malibu Farm, the laid-back, family-friendly hotspot with gorgeous waterfront views in NYC’s Seaport District. From 12 PM to 8 PM, the restaurant will serve a festive three-course holiday menu for $78 per person, featuring seasonal dishes and holiday cocktails that highlight Malibu Farm’s signature fresh, farm-to-table approach.

Reservations are available via Resy.

The Fulton | Seaport District

For a more refined Christmas celebration, The Fulton, Jean-Georges’ celebrated seafood destination, offers a festive holiday menu designed to delight seafood lovers. Served from 12 PM to 8 PM for $168 per person, the menu features luxurious seasonal dishes like Black Truffle & Lobster Salad and Seared Diver Scallops, all set against the backdrop of breathtaking waterfront views.

Reservations can be made through Resy.

The Golden Swan | West Village

Occupying a charming historic townhouse, The Golden Swan is offering a refined Christmas Eve prix-fixe menu for $165 per person. This French-inspired feast features indulgent options, including:

• Beef Wellington with rutabaga and bordelaise jus,

• Red Snapper paired with smoked pork belly and cabbage farce,

• The festive Buche De Noel with eggnog ice cream for a sweet finale.

Reservations are available on Resy.

Le Jardinier | Midtown East

For a Michelin-starred Christmas Eve experience, Le Jardinier presents an opulent five-course menu priced at $195 per person (with an optional $155 wine pairing). Highlights include:

• Cured Hiramasa with avocado mousse and royal kaluga caviar,

• Celeriac Lasagna with black truffle and parmesan,

• Grilled Tilefish and Venison Striploin with brussels sprouts.

This elegant, vegetable-driven French menu ensures an unforgettable evening.

Reservations are available on Resy.

Bungalow by Chef Vikas Khanna | East Village

For an unforgettable Christmas Day meal with a cultural twist, Bungalow, helmed by the iconic Chef Vikas Khanna, offers a menu steeped in personal and culinary storytelling. Highlights include:

• Chicken Cafreal Roulade with a Kokum Reduction and Coconut Gel,

• The festive Bebinca—a multi-layered coconut dessert with guava sauce and coconut-jaggery sorbet,

• Jackfruit-Rice Cakes paired with a pepper-tamarind sauce.

Chef Khanna’s visionary dishes celebrate the flavors of India while honoring cherished memories and traditions.

Whether you’re craving coastal elegance, Michelin-starred dining, or soulful performances, these restaurants offer the perfect settings to gather, celebrate, and indulge in New York City this Christmas.

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