Holiday dining 2025: Your guide for Christmas and New Year's in DFW
- Raven Jordan
- Dec 19, 2025
- 5 min read
It's that time of year again for holiday dining with the folks!
Here are some of the top places to spend the holidays with special dinners and more in Dallas.
The Christmas menu will debut three new items: Honey Molasses Roasted Butternut Squash, Honey Butter Brussels Sprouts. Dessert features peppermint cheesecake. Christmas items are available at all markets starting December 17. Online ordering for Christmas closes Tuesday, December 23. Orders can be placed online and picked up until December 24.
Christmas Eve Menu
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a Parisian touch. La Parisienne French Bistro is offering a Holiday Menu available daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The menu features three festive courses and delicious desserts, accompanied by a complimentary gift-boxed macaron for every guest. The regular menu will also be available along with the seasonal cocktail menu. $75 per person. $40 for children. Gluten free options available. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made online. Available at both Addison and Frisco locations.
New Year’s Eve Dinner
Celebrate the last night of 2025 in Parisian style with a New Year’s Eve Dinner at La Parisienne French Bistro. At $90 per person, guests can enjoy a three-course meal with menu highlights including Chicken Francaise, Bouillabaisse and Beef Bourguignon, plus dessert with a choice of Crème Brulee or Triple Chocolate Mousse. Each guest will receive a complimentary glass of champagne and macaron gift box. A four-course kids menu is available for $45 (12 & under). Reservations can be made at La Parisienne French Bistro’s website.
New Year’s Day Brunch
Continue the celebration with a New Year’s Day Brunch at La Parisienne French Bistro. Available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy classic brunch essentials and hors d’oeuvres along with $5 mimosas.
Christmas Day Brunch
Nobu Dallas is presenting a special edition of its signature brunch on Christmas Day. Available from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., this exclusive experience curated by the executive culinary team will offer an expansive selection of Japanese and Western dishes, sushi, salads, pastries, desserts, and live Chef stations. A festive carving station will be on display for the occasion accompanied by a live DJ for a memorable experience. $90 per person. Reservations can be made on OpenTable. Please note, no à la carte menu will be available. 400 Crescent Court.
New Year’s Eve Omakase
Ring in the New Year with an exclusive six-course omakase at Nobu Dallas. Highlights include a Sashimi Tasting and Japanese A5 Wagyu Steak with umeshu foie gras and sancho soy. $225 per guest. A la carte menu will also be available. Full menu is available on Nobu Dallas’ website. Seating begins at 5 p.m. and reservations can be made on OpenTable.
New Year’s Eve Feature
Ocean Prime will be offering a New Year’s Eve special in Uptown Dallas. At $69, guests can enjoy a Pan Seared Chilean Seabass served with king crab raviolis, roasted winter squash, braised celery and leeks, and butter poached king crab meat, finished with a Champagne Vin Blanc. Reservations can be made via OpenTable. Address: 2101 Cedar Springs Rd #150
Winsome Prime will be ringing in the New Year in style for a very special dinner, offering a pre-fixe 3-course menu on New Year’s Eve. Guests have a choice of crab beignets, The Dip (spinach, artichoke, and a blend of cheeses), or Prosciutto & Mozzarella, for appetizers. Entrees include the seared halibut in a yuzu butter dill sauce, the Prime Rib, or the chicken and shrimp pappardelle. End the night with a choice of rum butter cake or the French toast bread pudding. Seatings available for 5 p.m., 7 p.m., and 9 p.m. After dining, bring in the New Year in Grand Style as Winsome Prime presents “The Art of Eve”— where culture meets class in a stunning Black Tie affair. Indulge in an evening of refined celebration featuring: Live Musical Performances, Champagne Toast, Party Favors, and Soundscape Curations from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The Wicked Butcher culinary team will be preparing a wonderful Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner à la carte for 2025 holiday celebrations at both the Downtown Dallas and Downtown Fort Worth location. Menu highlights include: butternut squash soup, duck à l ’orange, ginger miso Chilean sea bass, slow roasted Prime Rib, and side dishes. Dessert options feature molten chocolate soufflé and chocolate tart. Available at both Dallas and Fort Worth locations December 24, 5 pm – 10 pm; and December 25, 11 am - 9 pm.
Kona Grill - Dec. 24 & 25
Kona Grill is stepping in as holiday hero this year with a Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menu built to save you from the marathon of cooking and cleanup. From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., the restaurant leans into the classics, polished, plentiful and ready when you are. The lineup is built for festive appetites: a 10-ounce prime rib paired with a half lobster tail, anchored by au jus, horseradish cream and Yukon Gold mash; a traditional roasted turkey breast with sage stuffing, green beans and gravy (with a kid-friendly option, too); and a baked stuffed salmon filled with crab, brie and dill. For dessert, the pumpkin pie arrives dressed for the occasion with cinnamon whipped cream, caramel and honeycomb. The full menu and reservations are available at konagrill.com.
STK Steakhouse - Dec. 24 & 25
This Christmas, STK Steakhouse is making holiday dining effortless—and unforgettable. From 10 a.m. on Christmas Eve and 11 a.m. on Christmas Day until 10 p.m., enjoy classic festive fare alongside STK’s regular menu. Highlights include a roasted free-range turkey dinner ($64; $29 for kids 12 and under), or a roasted prime rib with confit fingerling potatoes, green beans, and a rich pomegranate reduction ($69). For the full menu and reservations, stksteakhouse.com.
Stillwell’s Steakhouse- Dec. 25
Elevate your Christmas with Stillwell's Steakhouse, where every dish captures the warmth and elegance of the most wonderful time of year. Enjoy a festive celebration filled with Stillwell’s a la carte favorites and its specially prepared classic Beef Wellington with potato puree, roasted carrots and truffle bordelaise. Pair it with the award-winning selection of wines and seasonal cocktails to make your evening at Stillwell’s Steakhouse one to remember. Experience the magic of Christmas and reserve your table now. For reservations or more information, visit stillwellsdallas.com.
Dolce Riviera - Dec. 25
Experience the charm of the Mediterranean coast this Christmas and join Dolce Riviera from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for its brunch buffet. For $95 per person ($35 for children 12 and under), guests will have an array of stations with many options to choose from, including an omelet bar, bruschetta bar, carving station and dessert station. All reservations require a $25 deposit, refundable until 72 hours prior to Dec. 25. For reservations or more information, visit dolceriviera.com.
Mercat Bistro - Dec. 25
This Christmas, join Mercat Bistro for a leisurely brunch. Enjoy French-inspired dishes and classic brunch favorites while sipping on a signature Peche Mignon in the cozy dining room or gazebo, both beautifully dressed for the season. A $25 per guest deposit is required to secure reservations. To make reservations or to view the full menu, visit mercatbistro.com.
Quarter Acre take-home
Holiday to-go option featuring a Beef Wellington—prime beef tenderloin wrapped in prosciutto and mushroom duxelles, baked in a golden pastry—paired with Pomme Dauphinoise, Brussels sprouts, and roasted carrots. Pre-order available here.
Crossbuck BBQ Texas-Style pre-orders
Crossbuck BBQ has pre-orders for fully prepared Christmas meals crafted by Chef-Pitmaster Tim McLaughlin in Farmers Branch featuring meats, sides, breads, and desserts. All meats are smoked or cooked, chilled, and ready to reheat and serve with included instructions—perfect for stress-free holiday entertaining. Pre-orders until December 20 are available online.
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