Sorry to break it to you guys, but the diet will have to start next year. You might have already seen our piece on seven festive dinners to book ASAP, but here are more options for you. We have to say, this year’s christmas dining deals are especially tempting, and Christmas is the perfect excuse to treat yourselves.
Alkaff Mansion
Exquisite Italian dishes like the tortellini served in pumpkin cream, makes up the restaurant’s luxurious four-course meal. If you prefer to feast, their Christmas Sunday Brunch takes the cake with a gorgeous roast turkey.
Festive specials available from 24 December to 25 December, prices start from $138 for four courses. Alkaff Mansion, 10 Telok Blangah Green, Singapore 109178, p. 6510 3068.
Osteria Mozza
For one night only, pique your appetite to a special tasting menu created by celebrity chef Mario Batali. The grilled quail with pancetta, honey & sage promises to give you a food high you will never forget.
Festive specials available on 10 December, prices start from $168 for special tasting menu. Osteria Mozza, #B1-42-46, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956, p. 6688 852.
Kampong egg with mushroom and licorice soup at Bam!
Bam!
Shake up your turkey-everything Christmas dinners with a unique Omakase-slash-Spanish tapas menu that serves everything from crispy pork ear to juicy pigeon.
Festive specials available from 24 December to 25 December, prices range from $108 to $250 for the sake pairing menu. Bam! Tapas & Sake Bar, 38 Tras Street, Singapore 078977, p. 6226 0500.
Bedrock Bar & Grill
What ham? We’re totally cutting into Bedrock’s beautiful carpetbag steak stuffed with oysters this feasting season. There’s also the rare roasted beef fillet, beef wellington, ‘Oscar style’ fillet steak, Tournedos Rossini and Chateaubriand for two to be had.
Festive specials available 17 November through 31 December, prices start from $108. Bedrock Bar & Grill, 96 Somerset Road, #01-05 Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, 238163, p. 6238 0054.
Town Restaurant
Clink those Champagne flutes and celebrate the yuletide spirit with delectable dishes including the Champagne-laced risotto and a slow-cooked wagyu leg.
Festive specials available 1 December through 29 December, prices start from $128 for Sunday Brunch. Town Restaurant, The Fullerton Hotel, 1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178, p. 6733 8388.
Pineapple honey-glazed gammon ham at Brasserie Les Saveurs
Brasserie Les Saveurs
Who can resist a sinful serving of prime ribs and Boston lobsters? Not us. This lavish spread is truly fit for a king.
Festive specials available 24 December through 26 December, prices start from $108 for buffet dinner. Brasserie Les Saveurs, The St. Regis Singapore, 29 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247911, p. 6506 6888.
ME@OUE
Had enough of turkey and ham? Then this four-course gourmet meal will be a relief. Featured on the menu are creative dishes such as a nutty almond crusted guinea fowl.
Festive specials available on 24 December, priced at $145 for four courses. ME@OUE, 50 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049321, p. 6634 4555.
Jamie’s Italian
All we want for Christmas is Jamie Oliver. But since he’s miles away, we’ll settle for his hearty three-course meal featuring a slow-cooked duck leg.
Festive specials available 24 November through 25 December, priced at $68 for three courses. Jamie’s Italian, 1 Harbourfront Walk, #01 165-167, VivoCity, Singapore 098585, p. 6733 5500.
Senso Ristorante & Bar
A festive menu that consists of organic vegetables and black truffles? Daring, but also welcoming in this meat-heavy season.
Festive specials available 8 December through 26 December, prices start at $38 for two courses. Senso Ristorante & Bar, 21 Club Street, Singapore 069410, p. 6224 3534.
Olive Tree
Make a date with the sexy 36-month aged jamón ibérico carving, and cha-cha your way down to Olive Tree’s Spanish fare for an electrifying Christmas.
Festive specials available 1 December through 31 December, prices start at $68 for buffet lunch. Olive Tree, InterContinental Hotel, 80 Middle Rd, Singapore 188966, p. 6338 7600.
The Knolls
Have an intimate Christmas meal away from the city buzz, and begin your gastronomic journey with an amuse-bouche, followed by some Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Festive specials available 1 December through 1 January, prices start from $65 for three courses. The Knolls, Capella Singapore, 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, 098297, p. 6377 8888.
Festive buffet at Edge
Edge
From special Christmas terrines, to everyone’s favourite mince fruit pies, an epicurean feast for the senses awaits.
Festive specials available 1 December through 1 January, prices start from $58 for buffet lunch. Edge, Level 3, The Pan Pacific Hotel Singapore, Marina Square, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039595.
Mezza9
Potato and walnut crostini, slow-braised wild boar stew, fennel and pollen ice cream… we are prepared for our buttons to pop at this mouth-watering yule spread.
Festive specials available 1 December through 31 December, prices range from $18-$136 for a la carte menu. Mezza9, Mezzanine Level, Grand Hyatt Singapore, 10 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228211, p. 6738 1234
Café Swiss
Soak in the Christmas cheer as carollers serenade you while you indulge in a scrumptious feast. Turkey connoisseurs will definitely approve of the tender roasted turkey. Bringing your kids along? Let them have fun at the balloon sculpting area!
Festive specials available 8 December through 25 December, prices start from $58 for buffet lunch. Café Swiss, Swissôtel The Stamford, Stamford Road, Singapore 178882, p. 6431 6156.
Top image: Scallop carpaccio at Alkaff Mansion