Celebrate Christmas Day with a festive lunch in the elegant Cellos Grand Dining Room at Castlereagh Boutique Hotel, featuring live music, a visit from Santa, and a delicious traditional feast.
Friday 25 December 2026
12:00pm - 3:00pm
169 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
$199
Experience a magical Christmas Day lunch in the beautiful heritage setting of Cellos Grand Dining Room. From the moment you arrive, enjoy a glass of bubbles to start the celebration. The festive atmosphere is enhanced by live Christmas music and a special visit from Santa, creating joyful memories for the whole family.
The menu is a generous Christmas feast with traditional favourites and delightful treats to satisfy every palate. This is a relaxed and elegant way to enjoy the holiday surrounded by good food, music, and festive cheer.
Perfect for families looking to celebrate Christmas in style without the stress of cooking and cleaning, this event offers a warm and welcoming environment for all ages.
The lunch runs from 12:00 to 15:00 on Christmas Day, Friday 25 December 2026. Guests will start with a shared charcuterie plate and a gin-spiked prawn cocktail, followed by a buffet and carvery featuring turkey breast with thyme and apricot stuffing, house-made cranberry sauce, and traditional gravy.
Sides include duck fat roast potatoes, honey-glazed root vegetables, broccolini with tarragon butter, and baby beetroot with fresh horseradish. The dessert station offers festive favourites such as croquembouche, sherry trifle, gingerbread, and warm house-made plum pudding with rum custard.
Mulled wine will be served to finish the meal, followed by tea and coffee. Each guest will also receive a special gift bag with house-made Christmas cake to take home.
The event is held at Cellos Grand Dining Room, located on Level 4 of the Castlereagh Boutique Hotel at 169 Castlereagh Street. This central Sydney location is easily accessible by public transport and offers a stunning heritage dining atmosphere.
Guests can enjoy the elegant surroundings and festive decorations that bring the Christmas spirit to life. The venue is suitable for families and groups, with social group seating arrangements to encourage a warm and communal experience.
Please note that single guests, couples, and small groups may be seated at social group tables to enhance the festive atmosphere. The event practices responsible service of alcohol.
If you have any specific dietary requirements, please contact the organisers in advance to accommodate your needs. The ticket price includes all food, drinks as described, live entertainment, and the take-home gift.
Bookings are essential due to limited seating and the popularity of this special Christmas event.
Tickets are priced at $199 per person, with a $10 discount available for NSWMC members, making their ticket $189. Booking fees may apply.
To reserve your place or for enquiries, contact functions@thecastlereagh.com.au or call 02 9284 1007. Early booking is recommended to secure your spot for this exclusive Christmas Day celebration.
Enjoy a stress-free Christmas lunch filled with festive joy, delicious food, and memorable moments at Cellos Grand Dining Room.
