November 29, 2023
Whether you are here visiting for the holiday and don’t have access to a kitchen or you just want to relax and enjoy someone else’s cooking for a change, there will be something open on Christmas day sure to please every palate. Spend quality time with the ones you love and let someone else be in charge of clean up! Here are some places serving breakfast/brunch, lunch or dinner on Christmas eve or day.
Bon Appetit!
1928 Cuban BistroAddress: 122 S 8th StreetPhone: 904-432-8439Hours: 8am – 12pm on December 24 for pickup orders only. Offering complete traditional Cuban Christmas meals for customers for pre-order only. CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY.
Mason’s Lobster RollsAddress: 708 Centre StreetPhone: 904-601-0194Hours: 11am – 4pm (Christmas Eve) and 11am – 4pm (Christmas Day)Come and enjoy the festive atmosphere and delicious lobster rolls with Santa before he sets out on his long journey on Christmas Eve. Christmas Day brings more lobster rolls and Gift Unwrapping.
Coast at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Christmas Eve Address: 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy.Hours: 5pm – 9pmJoin us before Santa’s arrival to enjoy an evening dining with family and friends. Coast’s Christmas Eve dinner will delight each member of the family with holiday classics and Lowcountry favorites. Chef Heidi prepares a dessert buffet that is sure to satisfy. $145 for guests 10 and older, $65 for Children ages 4 – 9. Service charge included tax not included. Make a reservation on OpenTable.
Coast at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Christmas Day BuffetAddress: 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy.Hours: 11:30am – 3pm.Chef Victor Hugo Salgo brings the abundance of the season to light with a bounty of ingredients sourced from local fishermen and farmers. Celebrate Christmastime with family and friends while dining on local and holiday classics. $155 for guests ages 10 and older, $79 for children ages 4 – 9. Service charge and tax are not included. Make a reservation on OpenTable.
Salt at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Christmas Eve and Christmas DayAddress: 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy.Hours: 5pm – 9pm.Considered by Chef Okan Kizilbayir as one his favorite menus to plan and prepare, Salt’s Christmas Eve and Christmas day tasting menus are carefully curated to reflect the significance of the holiday and to create a memorable experience for guests. $200 for guests ages 10 and older, $95 for children ages 4 – 9. Service charge and tax are not included. Curated wines for an additional $110 per person. Make a reservation on OpenTable.
Oceanside at Omni Amelia Island ResortAddress: 53 Beach Lagoon RoadPhone: 904-491-4113Hours: 5pm – 10pmDine on prime rib, fried Fernandina shrimp, salt roasted potato and roasted root vegetables. $54 per person. Or try our southern saltwater turkey with mashed potatoes and bacon-oyster stuffing. $44 per person. Advanced reservations required. Book your table online.
Seaglass at Omni Amelia Island ResortAddress: 39 Beach Lagoon RoadPhone: 904-491-4114Hours: 6:30am – 12pmResort Guests can enjoy lighter breakfast favorites featuring fresh fruits, breads, made to order omelets, a Christmas pancake station and more! $30 per adult and $16 per child. Walk-ins only, reservations not available. NOTE: This restaurant is open to guests staying at Omni Amelia Island Resort only.
Sunrise Cafe at Omni Amelia Island ResortAddress: 39 Beach Lagoon RoadPhone: 904-491-1468Holiday Buffet: 10am – 3pmJoin us for Christmas Day buffet at Sunrise Café. Enjoy quality time with friends and family, and let us take care of the rest! Enjoy traditional favorites, prime rib, raw bar, array of salads, sides, desserts and more. $89 per adult and $49 per child. No a la carte available. Reservations required. Book your table online.
The Verandah at Omni Amelia Island ResortAddress: 142 Racquet Park DrivePhone: 904-491-4113Hours: 5pm – 10pm (Christmas Eve) and 3pm – 10pm (Christmas Day)Enjoy a delectable four-course dinner. The first course features chef’s amuse-bouche, followed by an appetizer, main plate and dessert of your choosing. No à la carte items available. $99 per adult and $49 per child. Reservations recommended. Book your table online.NOTE: This dinner is available on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Marché BurretteAddress: 87 Amelia Island Village Circle (Omni Amelia Island Resort)Phone: 904-491-4834Let Marché Burette take care of the cooking while you spend quality time with friends and family. Meals are $169 and feed 6-8 people. Enjoy a fully cooked turkey OR boneless ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, rolls, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie and a bottle of house wine. How to order: Call in your order (904-491-4834) by December 24. Meal must be picked up between 11am – 2pm on Christmas Day.
Harris Teeter SupermarketAddress: 4800 First Coast HighwayPhone: 904-491-1213
Publix SupermarketAddress: 1421 Sadler Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Phone: 904-277-4911
MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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