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Whether it’s Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, let someone else do the cooking while you enjoy the company of your family. Check out these fabulous restaurants serving Christmas meals sure to please the entire family.
Prado at Omni Scottsdale
Prado restaurant at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia will be serving a decadent feast on Christmas Day, 1pm-8pm. Enjoy a traditional four-course holiday feast and live entertainment featuring solo guitar and live jazz trio. The cost is $79 per guest, $30 for children ages 5-12. Seating is limited. For reservations, call 480.627.3020.
elements at Sanctuary
Christmas Day at the acclaimed elements restaurant will feature a four-course dinner by executive chef and Food Network star Beau MacMillan. Served Dec. 25 from 12-9 p.m., menu highlights include Fragrant Lobster Miso Soup with cognac, Shanghai dumplings and shaved scallions; Moroccan Spice Lamb Shank with chickpea and eggplant ragout, green harissa, blood orange and mint chimichurri; and Butternut Squash Ravioli with braised Swiss chard, shiitake mushrooms, pearl onions, parmesan cream and smoked tomato jam. The cost is $99 per person, $29 for children ages 6-12, and free for children ages five and under.
To make a reservation, call 480.607.2300. For more information, visit sanctuaryaz.com.
LON’s at the Hermosa
Celebrate Christmas with a prix-fixe menu prepared by the LON’s culinary team and toast to the new holiday memories that will be created with family and friends. The menu includes entrées such as smoked prime rib, veal scallopini and roasted sea bass. Dinner will be available from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Day. The cost is $75 for adults, $25 for children ages 5-12 and free for children under 4.
For more information and to make reservations call 602.955.7878 or visit LONs.com.
T. Cook’s at Royal Palms
On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, T. Cook’s at the Royal Palms Resort & Spa will offer a three-course prix-fixe holiday menu which will offer Roasted Loin of Venison, Pan Roasted John Dory and other holiday favorites. An additional Holiday Buffet will be offered on Christmas Day and will include Carved Free-Range Turkey, Crispy Duck Confit and more. The dinner will be available on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. The buffet will be available from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The cost of the dinner is $88 per person, $29 for children ages 6-12 years old, and free for children five years old or younger. The cost of the buffet is $74 per person, $26 for children ages 6-12 years old, and free for children five years or younger.
For more information and to make reservations call 602-808-0766 or visit royalpalmshotel.com.
ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho
ZuZu inside Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale will serve a seasonal dinner menu 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. on December 25. Festive specials include Lobster Bisque, Slow Roasted Prime Rib and for dessert choose from a delicious Egg Nog Crème Brulee and Pumpkin Cheesecake. Reservations are recommended and can be made at 480.421.7997.
Different Pointe of View
Celebrate Christmas Day with a decadent meal prepared by Executive Chef Anthony DeMuro overlooking the city lights at the AAA Four Diamond Different Pointe of View restaurant at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. Christmas Dinner will be served buffet-style from noon to 7 p.m. featuring slow-roasted prime rib, roasted breast of young tom turkey and smoked Berkshire pork loin on the carving and grill stations. Priced at $64.95 for adults and $34.95 for children. Reservations required, call 602.866.6350 ext. 7200.
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort is located at 11111 N 7th St. in Phoenix. For complete dining details, visit tapatiocliffshilton.com.
Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort
Enjoy a holiday feast at the historic Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort in Chandler, AZ on Christmas Day from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Make holiday memories with family and friends over a decadent holiday buffet, featuring dishes such as maple and ginger ale-glazed ham, herb encrusted prime rib and a chef-prepared omelet station with all of the traditional holiday accompaniments, along with a crepe station, maple bread pudding and assorted cakes for dessert. The cost is $49 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under.
For more information and to make reservations call 480.857.4401 or visit SanMarcosResort.com.
Province Urban Kitchen and Bar
Eat well this holiday season with Christmas dinner at Province Urban Kitchen and Bar at Westin Phoenix Downtown. The menu includes dishes such as Hudson Valley Duck, Pan Seared California Sea Bass, and 12 Ounce Sea Salt Crusted Prime Rib in addition to a choice of soup or salad. The dinner will start at 4 p.m. and end at 10 p.m. on December 25.
To make a reservation, call 602.429.350. For more information, visit provincerestaurant.com.
Flourish at Copperwynd
Flourish, the new restaurant at Copperwynd Resort in Fountain Hills, will be hosting a spectacular three-course dinner showcasing chef Mike Winneker’s fresh, sustainably sourced ingredients and imaginative, sophisticated dishes, all paired with free-flowing Champagne for $75 ++ per person.
To make a reservation, call 480-333-1880.
Pointe In Tyme
Enjoy a Christmas feast in the cozy Mahogany wood dining room with roaring wood-burning fireplaces at Pointe In Tyme at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. Christmas Dinner will be served buffet-style from noon to 6 p.m. featuring herb-crusted prime rib, maple-glazed ham, brined and roasted turkey from the carving board, and savory from the oven favorites including grilled New Zealand lamb chops, pork loin, dark turkey, seared sea bass, roasted Brussels sprouts, green beans, whipped potatoes, sweet potatoes, cornbread stuffing and more. Priced at $51.95 for adults and $21.95 for children. Reservations suggested and can be made by calling 602.866.6348 ext. 7900.
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort is located at 11111 N 7th St. in Phoenix. For complete dining details, visit tapatiocliffshilton.com.
Rico’s American Grill
Celebrate at the neighborhood, garden-inspired restaurant, Rico’s American Grill at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort, with a menu of traditional and regional favorites served buffet style including, grilled prime rib of beef, glazed ham, poached salmon, roasted garlic herb potato gratin, winter vegetables, variety of salads, pastas, charcuterie and cheese display, roasted sweet potato and pumpkin soup, and a variety of desserts. Priced at $49 for adults, $44 for seniors and $24 for kids ages 10-3, ages 3 and under are free. For reservations, call 602.997.5850.
Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort is located at 7677 N 16th St. in Phoenix. For complete dining details, visit squawpeakhilton.com.
Hole-in-the-Wall
Gather up the family for a festive, Western Christmas dinner served family style at the historic BBQ restaurant, Hole-in-the-Wall at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort. Dinner begins with winter green salad, entrée platter of mesquite-smoked turkey breast, honey glazed ham and sliced beef brisket, and sides including herb scallop potatoes, roasted vegetables, dried cherry rice pilaf, smoked cheddar mac and cheese and a platter of seasonal desserts. Priced at $39 for adults, $35 for seniors and $19 for children ages 10-3, ages 3 and under are free. For reservations, call 602.906.3840.
For complete dining details, visit squawpeakhilton.com.
Grill Kitchen & Bar at The Boulders
The Boulders’ Grill Kitchen & Bar celebrates the Christmas Day Holiday with a delectable prix fixe, three-course menu from 4pm-8pm on Friday, December 25th. Guests are invited to enjoy specialty menu items including Arbol Chile Seared Prawns, Black Lip Mussels, Delicata Squash Tortelloni with Ricotta and Smoked Pork Shank “Osso Bucco.” The cost is $78.00 per person.
For reservations,contact Concierge at 480.488.7317 extension 1117 or visit the website at theboulders.com .