From indulgent brunches to elaborate holiday dinners, Las Vegas’ best eateries are serving up specialties that capture the spirit of the season. Read on for where to eat on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Bottiglia's Parmigiano fondue; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
Tucked within Green Valley Ranch in Henderson, Bottiglia Cucina & Enoteca has cooked up a range of festive fun. Take the little ones to Grinchmas Kids’ Brunch on Saturday, Dec. 21, where executive chef Alessandro Capuano will lead them through a hands-on pizza-making activity. The Grinch will also make an appearance, and Brittany Rose will perform. On Christmas Eve and Day, Bottiglia will offer specials, including Parmigiano fondue, prime rib, lobster linguine, panettone and more. Reservations are available here.
This charming spot inside Paris Las Vegas will offer a special three-course holiday menu on Dec. 24 and 25. Begin with the roasted honey nut squash salad before indulging in Big Martha’s Pierogi—with the option to add Golden Ossetra caviar on top. From there, choose between roasted turkey breast stuffed with herbed breadcrumbs and leg confit roulade or bone-in prime rib for your entree before finishing the meal with decadent pumpkin cheesecake. You can also opt to order Martha’s holiday menu to-go.
This famed buffet at Caesars Palace will feature a Christmas brunch menu on Dec. 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Priced at $90 per person, menu options include lobster mac and cheese, herb roasted turkey, smoked salmon Benedict, green chili chicken tamales and more. A Christmas dinner menu is also available from 3 to 10 p.m. for $100 per person. Make a reservation here.
Bar Zazu at Resorts World Las Vegas is serving up a festive dining experience this holiday season with three unique pop-up menus, including two prix fixe options. The Italian-American menu features hearty dishes like the pasta e fagiolia and the ricotta and spinach manicotti, priced at $85 per person. Meanwhile, the It’s a White Christmas menu includes Tuscan beef tartare, porcini-rubbed scallops and fiore di latte gelato, available for $295 per person. Both menus are available through Dec. 31. Reservations are recommended and can be made on the website.
Head to Aqua at Resorts World Las Vegas on Christmas Day to enjoy a la carte menu offerings like Oscar-style filet and lobster, truffle roasted potatoes and roasted Brussels sprouts. Aqua will be open from 4 to 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve and Day with reservations highly recommended. To make a reservation, visit SevenRooms.
The prime rib roast at Carversteak; PHOTO COURTESY OF CARVER ROAD HOSPITALITY
Carversteak at Resorts World Las Vegas is offering holiday dining this Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with a festive experience featuring seasonal flavors. Start with the winter beet salad or the potato leek soup, followed by a hearty holiday prime rib roast with trimmings. For dessert, indulge in a croquembouche, a tower of pâte à choux filled with pastry cream and caramel. Make a reservation here.
For one day only, chef de cuisine Ivan Rojas will toast Christmas with holiday specials available from 5 to 10 p.m. at Delmonico Steakhouse inside Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. Enjoy roasted chestnut soup, bone marrow with red wine shallot marmalade and rosemary focaccia, pasta carbonara, chicharron-crusted Creekstone Farms prime rib, and a blood orange yule log, among other delicious dishes. Book a res here.
Delilah at Wynn Las Vegas sets the stage for an elegant holiday dining experience with its special prix fixe menu. On Christmas Day, indulge in dishes like foie gras French toast and ricotta gnudi pasta. Reservations are highly recommended for this exclusive date.
Offering guests a luxurious dining experience, this iconic destination offers French-inspired multi-course dinners on Christmas Eve and Day. On Dec. 24, from 5 to 10 p.m., enjoy dishes such as beef tenderloin, roasted chicken breast and a white chocolate peppermint soufflé, priced at $155 per person. On Christmas Day, from 5 to 10 p.m., enjoy a special three-course meal with options such as Casco Bay sea scallops and peppermint soufflé. Reservations are available now and highly recommended.
Jardin at Wynn Las Vegas invites guests to celebrate Christmas Day with a festive Christmas brunch. Expect indulgent dishes like chestnut crepes, baby red oak salad and herb-marinated lamb chops. Book your table here.
Celebrate the holiday season at Fontainebleau Las Vegas with the Santa Brunch at La Fontaine. Taking place on Dec. 14, 15, 21 and 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., this event features a three-course prix fixe brunch and holiday-themed activities, like cookie decorating, letter writing and a special visit from Santa Claus. Priced at $125 for adults and $49 for children, it's the perfect family friendly outing. Reservations are highly recommended and more details can be found on the website.
The festive buche de noël at Mon Ami Gabi; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas will present a festive French-inspired holiday dining experience with Christmas Eve and Day specials from executive chef Vincent Pouessel. On Dec. 24 and 25, from 4 to 10 p.m., enjoy a special menu featuring Gabi's Salad de Noël, roasted butternut squash cappuccino, petite filet and garlic shrimp, and a traditional bûche de noël for dessert. Reservations can now be made via OpenTable.
During December, Sunday brunch will take on a holiday twist. Visit Palate in the Arts District to enjoy Cowboy Christmas Brunch (Dec. 8), Elf Brunch (Dec. 15), Ugly Sweater Contest Brunch (Dec. 22) and Farewell to 2024 Brunch (Dec. 29). Make a res here.
This famed restaurant at Caesars Palace has put together a Prestige Christmas menu for Dec. 24 and 25, priced at $485 per person. The eight-course feast includes lobster, branzino rack, Japanese A5 wagyu beef, qual with fair Albufera sauce, brie black truffle, chocolate citrus and more. Reserve your table here.
Enjoy Maine scallops during RPM Italian's Feast of the Seven Fishes. PHOTO COURTESY OF LETTUCE ENTERTAIN YOU
Celebrate Christmas Eve at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, where RPM Italian will host the Feast of the Seven Fishes. The five-course meal will give the Italian tradition a twist with delicious dishes ranging from king crab tortilla and seafood risotto to Maine scallops and center-cut Creekstone filet mignon. RPM’s beloved a la carte menu will also be available. Reserve a table here.
Chef Alon Shaya's limited-time restaurant will wrap up its engagement this December. Savor a holiday feast on Dec. 25 featuring American red snapper bouillon, lamb chops and buche de noël. Make a reservation here.
Celebrate the holiday season at Summer House Las Vegas at Durango Resort & Casino, where you can indulge in a special prix fixe menu on Christmas Eve and Day. On Dec. 24 and 25, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., enjoy a three-course meal featuring a black truffle Caesar salad, plank-roasted ora king salmon and festive desserts like chocolate peppermint pot de crème. Be sure to make a reservation via OpenTable.
SW Steakhouse at Wynn Las Vegas will showcase an array of culinary delights on Christmas Day, including wagyu beef tartare toasts, truffle-aged New York steak and a holiday ornament dessert, all paired with stunning views of the Lake of Dreams. Reserve your table here.
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