Christmas Meals from Chicago’s Restaurant Family
The holidays are fast approaching and it’s time to deck the halls with delicious dining in Chicago! For those looking for more lavish + adventurous holiday meals that also happen to be stress + cook free, check out our list of Chicago restaurants that will be featuring holiday specials on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day. Tis’ the season to indulge after all….
Christmas Eve
aba {302 North Green Street, Chicago, IL; 773.645.1400}
The brisk Chicago winter won’t stop the holiday celebrations at aba! Located in the heart of Fulton Market, aba will be celebrating Christmas Eve on their 2nd floor heated patio with a “Holiday Spritz Tower”, seasonal cocktails and dine-in food specials in addition to their usual delicious mezze offerings. These holiday specials will run through January 1st so prepare to spritz + mezze your way into the new year!
(Open Christmas Eve from 3-8pm; Closed Christmas Day)
Le Sud {2301 West Roscoe Street, Chicago, IL; 773.857.1985}
Your winter wonderland awaits at Roscoe Village’s Le Sud, where the restaurant is pulling out all the stops for an epic holiday celebration. Running now through January 19th, Le Sud will be featuring a specially crafted holiday menu with seasonal delights + creative drinks as well as festive decor throughout the space. They will also host a special prix fixe “Surf N Turf” dinner on Christmas Eve exclusively. Come dine, sip and socialize in Le Sud’s enchanting holiday escape!
(Open Christmas Eve from 4-9pm; Closed Christmas Day)
RPM Italian {52 West Illinois Street, Chicago, IL; 312.222.1888}
Staying true to tradition, RPM Italian will be celebrating Christmas Eve the Italian way, with a tantalizing Feast of the Seven Fishes. This five-course menu adds a modern twist on the timeless Italian tradition, with indulgent dishes such as King Crab Tortelli, Maine Scallops and Center-Cut Creekstone Filet Mignon. A full a la carte dessert menu as well as RPM’s regular menu will also be available for guests to enjoy.
(Open Christmas Eve from 4-9pm; Closed Christmas Day)
Summer House Santa Monica {1954 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL; 773.634.4100}
A Christmas Eve martini happy hour? Say less! Head to Summer House Santa Monica in the heart of Lincoln Park for lunch, dinner, seasonal specials and martini hour to ring in the holidays. They’ll be serving up fresh takes on holiday flavors including Lobster Bisque + Sicilian Christmas Pizza as well as $10 martinis + $4 select beers during happy hour from 3-6pm.
(Open Christmas Eve 11am-9pm; Closed Christmas Day)
Christmas Day
NoMI {800 Michigan Avenue 7th Floor, Chicago, IL; 312.239.4030}
If you’re looking for an extravagant holiday gathering overlooking Chicago’s renowned Mag Mile, NoMI at The Park Hyatt Chicago is the place to be. The restaurant, led by Chef Terence Zubieta, will feature a 4-course prix fixe brunch menu on Christmas Day including hearty appetizers, creative entrees and a luxe dessert buffet (with an optional wine pairing available). Dine in style while taking in the sweeping views of the Gold Coast & Lake Michigan
(Open on Christmas Eve from 5-10pm and Christmas Day from 11am-8pm)
Miru {401 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL; 312.725.7811}
Japan has a culinary holiday tradition that we can all get behind; fried chicken! Located in the St. Regis and off of the iconic Chicago Riverwalk, Miru will be paying homage to their Japanese roots with two special experiences including traditional Japanese fried chicken offerings and a festive Christmas brunch with savory delights like crispy chicken & waffles, sizzling fried rice, and a tempting array of pastries and sweets, along with classic brunch favorites.
(Open Christmas Eve & Christmas Day from 8am-1pm and 3-8pm)
Adorn Bar & Restaurant {120 East Delaware Place, Chicago, IL; 312.280.8800}
Ring in the holidays with a special “Tinsel and Toast” celebration at The Four Season Hotel’s Adorn, led by Executive Chef Franco Diaz. This joyous feast will feature lavish buffet stations including meat carving, international tapas, hand-rolled sushi, decadent desserts + more! A truly magical experience for the whole family awaits.
(Open Christmas Day from 11am-6pm)
Omakase Shoji & Izakaya {1641 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL; 312.579.4472}
For a unique Christmas experience, visit Omakase Shoji in West Town. Legendary sushi chef Takashi Iida will join Chef Takahashi Shoji at their intimate 10-seat sushi counter where Chef Shoji will serve his signature edomae-style omakase, featuring the finest fish and ingredients sourced directly from Japan and perfectly aged for peak flavor. Guests can enhance their experience with a curated selection of various drinks or special sake pairing as well as traditional chilled Japanese tea. Prepare for a delicious + adventurous holiday dining experience!
(Open Christmas Eve & Christmas Day from 5:30-10pm)
By Robyn Glaza | Market Manager