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Halifax Metro is home to plenty of options where you can get a delicious Christmas dinner for your family during these trying times. So, skip cooking this Christmas, support local eateries, and enjoy the delicious offerings from local restaurants and caterers this Christmas.
Seaport Social, The Westin Nova Scotian
Seaport Social at The Westin Nova Scotian is a great place for a Christmas dinner celebration. From December 1 to 30, enjoy a festive traditional turkey dinner for $30 per person, featuring roasted garlic mashed potatoes, house-made dressing, seasonal vegetables, cranberry chutney, and turkey gravy. On December 23-25, their holiday menu offers starters like Caesar Salad or Potato & Leek Soup, followed by main dishes including Traditional Christmas Turkey, Salmon, or Atlantic Braised Beef Short Rib, with delicious dessert options.
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1181 Hollis Street, Halifax
Cannery Kitchen & Social
The globally inspired menu at the Cannery Kitchen & Social is sure to tick all your boxes. Cannery Kitchen is offering Holiday Turkey to go featuring sliced slow roasted turkey with homestyle gravy for pickup on December 23 and 24. All orders must be placed by December 19. They are also offering a Holiday Buffet on December 7, 14 and 21 at 12 pm featuring soup, salads and platters, a selection of entrees, and Chef’s sweet table.
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The Atlantica Hotel Halifax, 1980 Robie Street, Halifax; 902-490-3356
The Hilton Garden Inn Halifax, 200 Pratt and Whitney Dr, Enfield; 902-873-1400
The Hollis – Street Entrance 1650 Bedford Row, Halifax;
Accessible Entrance – 1649 Hollis Street, Halifax; 902-404-2599
Esquire Restaurant
Enjoy a Maritime take on the Christmas dinner. Their Home for the Holdiays menu has everything from All dressed up Turkey Burger to Chocolate Chip Pancakes.
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772 Bedford Highway, Bedford
Kitchen Door
Kitchen Door
Kitchen Door offers a delightful Christmas dinner to-go with two main options, including Slow Cooked Turkey with Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce or Local Ham with Maple Mustard Glaze. The meal includes a selection of sides like savory stuffing, loaded mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, and green beans, along with a delicious dessert of After Eightish Cheesecake Squares. Enjoy a hassle-free holiday meal.
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110 Highney Avenue, Suite 100, Dartmouth; 902•832•5213
Fresh on the Fly
Celebrate the 2023 festive season with a new holiday-themed menu at The Arms inside Lord Nelson Hotel. From December 20-24, enjoy a Fresh On The Fly Festive Family Style Dinner featuring dishes like Cinnamon Spiced Carrot Soup, Roasted Turkey, Whipped Ricotta Mashed Potatoes, and Pumpkin Tart. Perfect for sharing with family and friends.
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Pick up at The Lord Nelson Hotel’s The Arms, 1515 South Park Street, Halifax; Local delivery is available on December 23 for a $10 fee.
Scanway’s Catering
Enjoy a delectable Christmas dinner from Scanway’s Catering with options including individual turkey dinners or whole turkeys with fixings. Prices vary based on size and options. The menu features choices like Cinnamon Maple Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Slow-Roasted Maple Turkey, and delightful desserts like Eggnog Cheesecake or Spiced Ginger and Apple Cake. All orders must be placed by 5 pm on December 22nd. Additional festive treats are available for pickup as well.
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Pick Up at 1505 Barrington Street, Halifax
Kempster’s Cookhouse
Kempster’s Cookhouse
Celebrate Christmas at Kempster’s Cookhouse with a unique Maritime twist on holiday dining. Indulge in festive delights like the Holiday Burger, featuring a 5oz fresh ground beef patty topped with cheddar and cranberry preserves. Don’t miss the Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, three buttermilk pancakes with cream cheese icing and bacon, ham, or sausage. Enjoy a holiday-inspired meal with a coastal flair.
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3644 Kempt Road, Halifax
Rudy’s Catering
This family-owned and operated catering service has been serving Halifax for over two decades. Dinners include a full course meal, a variety of desserts, and tea/coffee. For $89.99, savor a Holiday Picnic Box featuring LÜVO Wine, a scented candle, mini charcuterie board, sandwiches, pasta salad, Candy Cane Cheesecake, Ferrero Rocher, and more delicious treats. You can also customize it with a holiday card by Adelepaints.
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1681 Granville Street, Halifax
Mary’s Place Cafe
The Holiday Eggs Benny is back at Mary’s Place Cafe. Come here to enjoy this delightful combination of stuffing, ham, cranberries, all topped with rich hollandaise sauce.
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5982 Spring Garden Road, Halifax; 902-404-7171
Portland Street Creperie
Indulge in a diverse dinner experience at this venue with options ranging from classic turkey dinner and ham to unique choices like donair, chicken queso, pierogi, and chicken wings. Satisfy your sweet tooth with sweet crepes, and enjoy comfort foods like grilled cheese and soup. Plus, snack on chips and dip, or opt for French toast. Complete your meal with a selection of refreshing drinks.
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55 Portland Street, Dartmouth
Smitty’s
Celebrate the holidays at Smitty’s Restaurants with delicious options like Breakfast Tacos and Chicken Tacos. Choose from signature entrees like Fish & Chips, Southern Fried Chicken, New York Steak, Roast Beef, Butter Chicken Rice Bowl, Ginger Beef Rice Bowl, Fettuccine & Meatballs, Fettuccine Alfredo, Home-Style Turkey, Breaded Veal Cutlet, and Salisbury Steak for a hearty Christmas dinner.
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1490 Cathedral Lane, Halifax
107 Main Street, Dartmouth
Morris East
Celebrate the holidays at Morris East with a $40 holiday menu that includes artisanal pizza, chicken Milanese, and various courses like roasted squash soup or kale salad. Pair your meal with drinks like Sprizzi Limonata or festive cocktails like the Christmas Mojito and Cranberry Ginger Margarita. Enjoy a delightful Christmas dinner experience with special wine selections.
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620 Nine Mile Drive, Bedford; 902 444 7671
1984 Vernon Street, Halifax; 902 444 7669
Stubborn Goat Gastropub
Experience a memorable Christmas meal at Stubborn Goat Gastropub. Enjoy their renowned mac ‘n’ cheese, thin-crust pizzas, and brunch specialties. Savor Nova Scotia’s latest craft beers, a fine wine collection, and seasonal cocktails. It’s the perfect place to relax and savor delicious food and drinks during the festive season.
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1580 Argyle Street, Halifax; 902-405-4554
daMaurizio Fine Dining
Experience Italian upscale dining in Halifax at daMaurizio Fine Dining. Their menu boasts exquisite options like Beef Tenderloin Italian Meatballs and AAA Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio for antipasti. Pasta selections feature Tagliatelle with Roasted Chicken in a Truffle Cream Sauce and Seared Scallops on Pumpkin Risotto. For dessert, savor Tiramisu or Chocolate Hazelnut Tart.
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1496 Lower Water Street, Halifax; 902-423-0859