Seasonal & Holidays
Restaurants Open On Christmas Day Around Miami Beach
Why not give the cook the day off on Christmas even if it's you.

MIAMI BEACH, FL — Living in the Miami Beach area definitely has its advantages, particularly when you want to find a good restaurant that's open on a holiday. Christmas is no exception. Patch consulted OpenTable.com and we also included some of our own finds.
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Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Miami
SteakhouseMiami Beach / South Beach
Enjoy our Winter Menu in the setting of our relaxed and upscale dining rooms. Try our decadent "Steaks for Two" such as Chateaubriand & Porterhouse, paired with premium wines from our Holiday "Cellar Steals" bottle and by the glass selections.
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Scarpetta - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Enjoy an Italian inspired three course Christmas Eve and Day dinner priced at $75++ per person.
LEYNIA – DELANO HOTEL
Christmas Day Menu: Breakfast- a la carte, Brunch- Chef's Action Stations (Ham, Turkey, Christmas Desserts, Mimosa/Bloody Mary bar.) Dinner- Chrismas Chef Specail (Whole fish, Hams, Steaks, Christmas Desserts.)Cancellation Policy: $50 pp within 96 hours for Dinner Reservations.
StripSteak by Michael Mina - Miami
Steak Miami Beach / South Beach
Enjoy a classic Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner at the American Steakhouse. Create a unique culinary experience for Christmas Eve and Day dinner with friends and family priced at $75++ per person.
Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse - Miami
Brazilian Steakhouse Miami Beach / South Beach
Enjoy a Fogo Holiday Churrasco Feast of indulgent bone-in cuts and seasonal recipes exclusive to the holidays. Dinner price all day Christmas Day.
Benihana - Miami Beach
Japanese Coral Gables / Coral WayMake this holiday season sizzle. The more you give, the more you get. For a limited time, receive a $10 promotional card when you purchase $50 in gift cards. Offer available 11/14/17 – 12/31/17. Promotional Cards valid 1/2/18 – 3/31/18.
Vida - Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Contemporary American Miami Beach / South Beach Enjoy a lavish Christmas Day brunch buffet at our American Brasserie. Enjoy an array of salads, side dishes, pastas, rotisserie meats with accompanying sauces, sushi, shellfish and ceviche, charcuterie, cheeses and desserts. $59++ per person.
Contemporary American Miami Beach / South Beach
The Pelican Cafe
Italian Miami Beach / South Beach Celebrate the Holidays with us, prefixe holiday menu will be available for you and your family starting at $40.
Preston's Market at Loews Miami Beach Hotel
Breakfast Miami Beach / South Beach
Enjoy a festive three-course dinner at Preston's Market on Christmas Day. Options include braised short rib, tea-crusted duck breast, Florida spiny lobster and more. Dinner: $65; Wine Pairing: $30.
Bird & Bone at The Confidante Miami Beach
This Christmas let Bird & Bone transport you to a contemporary countryside farmhouse with a special four-course dinner menu for $55/pp on Dec. 24th and Dec. 25th from 6 pm.-10 p.m. The dinner menu includes:
- Amuse: Poached Diver Scallop, Lima Bean Gremolata, Heirloom Grits
- Appetizer: Hot Spiced Steak Tartare, Pickled Oyster, Soy-Cured Egg Yolk, Zak the Baker Bread
- Entree: Double Center-cut pork chop, toasted pepitas with Root Beer BBQ Sauce and spiced apples
- Dessert: Unconventional Yule Log
Jaya at The Setai
Jaya will host a special Christmas themed brunch with exclusive holiday dishes on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with free flowing Roederer Champagne, a live jazz band and special appearances by Mrs. Claus on Christmas Eve and Santa Claus on Christmas Day. Menu highlights include Christmas staples like gammon ham and free range organic turkey, an extensive array of fresh seafood options, as well as Jaya’s signature Indian-Asian inspired cuisine. A kid’s station will serve child-friendly favorites, and a selection of premier caviar will also be available for purchase. Wash down a decadent assortment of desserts champagne, Mimosas, Bellinis and other holiday themed beverages. Dinner is served from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for $110 per person; $55 per child ages 5-12, A La Carte Available.
A five-course pre-fixe menu offers a unique fusion of Jaya signatures and Christmas fixtures on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Guests can choose from a selection of delicious dumplings, indulge in the Butternut Squash Risotto, and decide between Wagyu Filet Mignon or Christmas Turkey for a well-rounded, eclectic holiday feast. Jaya’s regular dinner menu will also be available.
Lobster Bar Sea Grille Miami Beach
Don’t worry about cooking and cleaning on Christmas Even. Enjoy the hottest new restaurant in Miami Beach. Lobster Bar Sea Grille Miami Beach is known for their fresh fish and USDA prime steaks so even meat eaters will enjoy! They are also offering their Celebration Menu which is a three-course $49 menu featuring some favorites like Lobster Stuffed Lobster, Filet Mignon and King Crab.
BAL HARBOUR
The Palm Miami
Steakhouse Bal Harbour
Christmas Day Hours:4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Photo by Paul Scicchitano
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