The holiday season is a magical time in Orlando, especially in the culinary hotspots of International Drive and Lake Buena Vista. If you’re looking for a special place to enjoy Christmas dining, this curated list features top restaurants offering festive vibes, delicious menus, and unforgettable holiday experiences.
I have selected these locations because I’ve been to the property they are in and/or I have dined there. When possible I highly recommend making a reservation.
Please know that many more restaurants outside of these offer special holiday menus. It is impossible to list them all. My selection here will hopefully have you avoiding the madness that is Disney Springs during this time of year. I highly recommend taking advantage of our beautiful resorts and using valet to make life easier and your experience more seamless. If you do select a restaurant on a resort property, wander the resort and take in the holiday decorations before or after your meal.
International Drive
Cafe Tu Tu Tango
📅 Christmas Day Brunch: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
💲 $39.22 per person
Cafe Tu Tu Tango serves up a creative and festive Christmas Day brunch. Known for its lively atmosphere and colorful art-filled interiors, this tapas-style eatery delivers holiday cheer alongside delicious dishes in a laid-back setting.
Mia’s Italian Kitchen
📅 Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
💲 $49 per adult
Mia’s Italian Kitchen is offering a delightful three-course prix fixe menu this holiday season. Featuring options like tuna crudo, gorgonzola-crusted filet, and affogato, this Italian gem is perfect for a cozy and flavorful Christmas feast.
Rosen Shingle Creek – Cafe Osceola
📅 Christmas Brunch: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
💲 $89.95 adults, $37.95 children (4–11), under 4 free
This elegant brunch includes champagne and mimosas alongside a wide variety of holiday dishes, such as smoked prime rib, free-range turkey, made-to-order breakfast, dim sum, and stir fry. The extended hours make it easy to relax and enjoy a leisurely Christmas morning.
Rosen Shingle Creek – A Land Remembered
📅 Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu: Christmas Day
💲 $85.95 adults, $37.95 children
Celebrate Christmas with an upscale dining experience at this iconic steakhouse. Choose between crab bisque or beet salad to start, filet mignon or porchetta for your main, and finish with a decadent red velvet cheesecake bar.
Grande Lakes Resort
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
- Primo by Melissa Kelly: This MICHELIN-recommended restaurant celebrates Christmas Eve with a special Feast of the Seven Fishes featuring à la carte options.
📅 Holiday Specials: December 24 & 25 - Citron, An American Brasserie: Enjoy a grand holiday buffet filled with seasonal delicacies.
📅 Holiday Specials: December 25
💲 $135 adults, $45 children (4–12), under 4 free
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
- Highball & Harvest: Dive into a festive Southern-style Christmas buffet with farm-fresh sides. Pricing is TBD.
- Knife & Spoon: This four-course feast mixes steakhouse favorites with sustainable seafood for a luxurious holiday experience.
- Santa’s Teddy Bear Tea: Celebrate with sweets, tea, crafts, and a special visit from Santa in the Ritz-Carlton Lobby Lounge
📅 December 21–22.
Lake Buena Vista/WDW Area
Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen
📅 December 21–25
MICHELIN-recommended Four Flamingos at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress offers holiday specials like the Seven Fishes Seafood Tower ($195), bacalao gazpacho ($19), and prime rib or banana leaf snapper entrées.
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort
- Capa: This one-MICHELIN-star steakhouse will serve its full à la carte menu.
📅 Christmas Day - Ravello: Celebrate with a grand Christmas buffet featuring carving stations, seafood, and a kid-friendly spread.
💲 $155 adults, $55 children (2–12)
📅 Christmas Day
- Bull & Bear: Christmas menus at this renowned restaurant feature herb and truffle salt-crusted prime rib and decadent sides.
💲 $130–$160 per person - Oscar’s Brasserie: Enjoy a buffet of classic holiday dishes, including honey-glazed ham, roast turkey, and a showstopping dessert spread.
💲 $85 adults, $40 children
Conrad Orlando – Sophia’s Trattoria
- Feast of the Seven Fishes: On Christmas Eve, enjoy a traditional Italian seven-course meal.
💲 $80 adults, $110 with wine pairings - Christmas Day Brunch: Indulge in herb-roasted prime rib, bourbon-glazed ham, and salmon Wellington.
💲 $95 adults, $45 children
Celebrate the Season with Exceptional Holiday Dining
Whether you’re in the heart of International Drive or near the magic of Walt Disney World, these restaurants offer festive atmospheres and exquisite menus that capture the spirit of Christmas. From indulgent buffets to gourmet prix fixe meals, there’s something for every palate. Don’t forget to book your reservations early to secure your spot at one of these holiday dining experiences.