'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the island there were lavish dinners, gourmet gifts and festive events aplenty!
Because there’s no such thing as too much holiday cheer, here’s a roundup of the best places to celebrate Christmas Eve in Bali – from gourmet dinners to merry festive events, here’s where to get your island celebrations started!
And psst! If you haven’t wrapped up the rest of your festive plans just yet, here’s our top picks for the best Christmas Day feasts in Bali, as well as the hottest New Year’s Eve celebrations and New Year’s Day brunches for ringing in 2022 in style…
Happy Holidays, honeys!
Where to spend Christmas Eve 2021 in Bali
1. A Long Table Holiday Feast at John Hardy Boutique & Gallery
What: An Indonesian twist to your typical Christmas fare, John Hardy Seminyak will be dishing up a nine-course feast at its iconic Long Table. The multi-course holiday menu will see Indonesian specialties served family-style, including fresh grilled fish, Balinese roasted jackfruit, moringa cooked in a coconut and turmeric broth, and BBQ Sumatran beef short ribs braised in sweet soy and Balinese spices. And to really add to the festive cheer, there’ll be a “Tropical Holiday” cocktail with Kintamani orange, fresh coconut water, lime, cucumber syrup plus Aperol and 1800 coconut tequila. Cheers!
Where: John Hardy Boutique & Gallery – Jl Petitenget, Seminyak.
When: 24th December, 12pm – 9pm (also available daily throughout the month of December!).
Price: IDR 495,000++ per person for lunch or dinner including the “Tropical Holiday” cocktail, or IDR 595,000++ per person including cocktail pairings and a glass of New Zealand wine.
2. Two foodie feasts at W Bali – Seminyak
What: Choose from two delicious options at two of Seminyak’s most decadent dining destinations: a gourmet Seafood Market at Starfish Bloo, or a five-course feast or a la carte dinner at Fire. At Starfish Bloo’s Seafood Market, tuck into scrummy festive creations like the Yellowfin Tuna Wellington, alongside freshly grilled ocean treats and fine meats served up market-style. At Fire, settle in for a five-course set menu specially curated by chef Rangga Safari, featuring crispy dry-aged duck, organic Beef Wellington and more. Or, graze your way through the à la carte menu featuring Fire’s all-time favourites. For all the deets you need, head here.
Where: W Bali – Seminyak – Jl Petitenget, Seminyak.
When: 24th December, 6pm – 10pm.
Price: IDR 700,000++ per person for the Seafood Market at Starfish Bloo or the five-course dinner at Fire. Both feasts offer the option to add on a Bubbles Package for an additional IDR 1,200,000 per person.
3. A multi-course Christmas menu at Cuca
What: A sparkling and delicious Christmas menu cooked up by Santa and his elves, AKA Chef Kevin and Cuca’s unstoppable kitchen team! The festive feast features multiple courses of gourmet snacks and tapas, with Cuca’s signature twists at every tasty turn. Think freshly shucked Java oysters with an edible lemon-scented pearl, black quid risotto made from hand-cut squid grains, and the Lobster Roll with warm buttered lobster chunks, a just-made sesame bun and a lemony mayonnaise. Yum!
Where: Cuca – Jl Yoga Perkanthi, Jimbaran.
When: 24th December 2021, available all day from 12pm – 10pm.
Price: IDR 750,000++ per person.
4. A joyous tropical Christmas Eve at Mulia Bali
What: One helluva Christmas Eve banquet at Mulia Bali’s five-star dining destination, The Cafe. You’ll get to feast on all-you-can-order signature dishes from around the world, cooked and plated at the theatrical live stations. All of your favourite cuisines from Indonesia, Thailand, China, Korea, Japan and beyond will be making an appearance, and psst – you won’t want to miss the dessert wonderland!
Where: The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Jl Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Kawasan Sawangan, Nusa Dua.
When: 24th December 2021, from 5pm with two separate seatings.
Price: IDR 729,000++ per adult and IDR 319,000 for children aged 3-8 years old.
5. A coastal Christmas Eve at Seasalt
What: On the night before Christmas on the Alila Seminyak beachfront, you and your loved ones can reunite for a four-course Coastal Christmas feast by the beach – traditional mulled wine and festive cocktails included! The Seasalt chefs will be dishing up this very special degustation dinner to the sultry sounds of live music and a backing track of the waves out yonder. Santa and his Lady Elf will also be making an appearance to up the holly-jolly ante!
Where: Seasalt – Jl Petitenget, Seminyak.
When: 24th December 2021, from 6pm.
Price: IDR 750,000++ per person.
6. A Scandinavian Christmas at Ours
What: A Scandinavian-style Christmas spread featuring traditional European favourites laid out on a Christmas Table. Think Swedish meatballs, Toast Skagen, potato salad, salmon, roast turkey, vegetarian Janssons and so much more. And psst – the dress code is of course: Christmas!
Where: Ours – Jl Labuan Sait No.38, Uluwatu.
When: 24th December 2021, from 6pm.
Price: IDR 495,000++
7. A Japanese feast at Yuki
What: A collaboration Japanese dinner with White Monkey Wines, Yuki (AKA Canggu’s hottest new restaurant) will be laying out two festive set menus this Christmas Eve, paired with a glass of White Monkey Sauvignon Blanc on arrival. Choose the eight-course set menu that features salmon sashimi, a Wagyu beef sushi roll and tuna nigiri, or the eight-course vegan menu with nori ahi tacos, teriyaki pumpkin and a crispy katsu sushi roll. Oishi!
Where: Yuki – Jl Pura Dalem, Canggu.
When: 24th December 2021, from 3pm – late.
Price: IDR 500,000++ for the regular menu, or IDR 425,000++ for the vegan menu. Both menus include a glass of White Monkey Sauvignon Blanc on arrival.
8. A family-style Christmas Eve dinner at Jungle Fish
What: A family feast in the jungle, this set-course Christmas Eve dinner will be served up amidst lush valley views, and topped off with live music, a Balinese dance and all the sparkly Christmas decorations you could wish for! Expect fine Indonesian and international cuisine, plus plenty of festive cocktails to raise a glass with.
Where: Jungle Fish at Chapung Sebali – Jl Raya Sebali, Ubud.
When: 24th December 2021, from 7pm onwards.
Price: IDR 650,000++ per person.
9. A vegan Christmas at KYND
What: A three-course Christmas Eve lunch featuring all your fave plant-based KYND signatures. There’ll also be live music, Christmas decor, and optional wine and cocktails!
Where: KYND Community – Jl Petitenget, Seminyak.
When: 24th December 2021, 12pm – 3pm.
Price: IDR 250,000++.
10. “Le Plateau De Fruits De Mer” Christmas Eve Dinner at KU DE TA
What: An elegant Christmas Eve dinner with a breathtaking backdrop of the Indian Ocean from the ever-popular KU DE TA beach club. A bountiful spread of luxe raw seafood will be laid out for each table to share, accompanied by a bottle of bubbles and premium homemade breads. And to finish it all off on an oh-so sweet note, there’ll also be plenty chocolate truffles and sweets to round off a fabulous Christmas Eve.
Where: KU DE TA – Jl Petitenget, Seminyak.
When: 24th December 2021, from 5pm.
Price: IDR 1,500,000++ for 2-4 people, or IDR 1,850,000++ with bubbles.
11. Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner at Makase
What: A scrumptious buffet dinner at Makase, one of Hotel Indigo’s very best restaurants! To really get you into the festive spirit there’ll be a live band, a special gift from Santa, and plenty of delicious Christmas dishes. Think honey roast ham, roasted chicken, marinated beef and plenty of cheese and cold cuts to swap and share.
Where: Makase – Hotel Indigo Seminyak Beach, Jl Camplung Tanduk No.10, Seminyak.
When: 24th December 2021, from 6.30pm.
Price: IDR 750,000++ per person.
12. Christmas Eve Carving Dinner at Grand Hyatt Bali
What: An interactive and very merry dinner with live carving stations (think turkey, honey-glazed pork ham, and so much more!). Sit tight as the appetisers are delivered direct to your table, and save space for the dessert trolley as it comes your way. A visit by Santa Claus will complete the festivities, as will a few glasses of festive cocktails!
Where: Garden Cafe at Grand Hyatt Bali – Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua BTDC, Jl. Nusa Dua, Benoa.
When: 24th December 2021, 6pm – 10pm.
Price: IDR 477,950 for the dinner and IDR 75,000++ per glass for the festive cocktails.
Keep your eyes peeled for more Christmas Eve 2021 dinners & announcements here – more TBA!
