Where to celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas in Buenos Aires

This December 25th, the plan is to celebrate in style: a Christmas lunch designed for maximum enjoyment. Forget about stress because at Feriado Cantina, it's all about great food, cheerful toasts, and a warm space that will make you feel at home—without lifting a finger. The place will be decorated for Christmas, ready to welcome families and friends who want to extend the magic of the previous night. This Christmas, the after-dinner becomes the best gift.

Tip: You’ll find the usual menu plus vitel toné, Russian salad, and pionono. Let's go!

Where: Washington 3498.

La Bistecca, which is on our list of the best all-you-can-eat restaurants in the city, dresses up for Christmas Eve with an exclusive menu and unforgettable Christmas decorations. From sushi and BBQ to handmade pastas and an amazing dessert table, the offering includes wines, sparkling wine for toasts, and options for the whole family.

At midnight, the Christmas magic continues with a visit from Santa Claus and a toast full of joy. A cozy space in Puerto Madero to enjoy a unique experience, where tradition and quality combine to create special moments with loved ones.

Tip: There are diners who come every year and always book the same table.

Price: $120,000 per person.

Where: Alicia Moreau de Justo 1890.

Osten transforms Christmas Eve dinner into an unforgettable experience with a unique culinary proposal inspired by the 1920s. The menu includes exquisite starters like vitel toné with tenderloin and burrata with heirloom tomatoes, mains such as Black Angus tenderloin or grilled trout, and a dessert table to end the evening. All set in an elegant, private atmosphere, perfect for celebrating with family and friends. A night designed to create the most intimate possible setting with lots of celebration.

Tip: The toast is courtesy of the house, accompanied by premium wines and unlimited non-alcoholic drinks.

Price: U$S110 per adult (13 years and older). Kids menu (8-12 years): U$S55. Children under 8: free.

Where: Juana Manso 1890.

On December 24th, La Parolaccia becomes a cozy space to celebrate Christmas Eve like at home, but without the worries. With a special menu that includes 3 starters, 4 main courses, and 3 desserts to choose from, along with premium drinks like DV Catena wine and champagne, it’s the perfect experience to share with family or friends.

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Christmas decorations and a dessert table with classics like panettone and nougat make this night unforgettable.

Tip: Santa Claus will arrive at midnight for a toast.

Price: In Palermo, Barrio Norte, Belgrano, San Isidro, and Pilar, the cover charge is $150,000. In Puerto Madero and Recoleta, it's $190,000.

Where: Riobamba 1046, Barrio Norte. Presidente Roberto M. Ortiz 1865, Recoleta. Cerviño 3561, Palermo. Av. del Libertador 5823, Belgrano. Av. del Libertador 5836, Belgrano. Alicia Moreau de Justo 1052, Puerto Madero. Olga Cossettini 302, Madero Downtown. Av. del Libertador 14621, San Isidro. Km 42.5 , Colectora Panamericana, Pilar.

Aldo’s Restaurant invites you to enjoy a magical Christmas Eve with an exclusive menu that combines the best of its Italo-American cuisine with unique Christmas dishes. From antipasti to oven-roasted turkey with dried fruits or a veggie option, all paired with Luigi Bosca wines selected by Aldo Graziani. The night unfolds on the terrace, deck, or elegant dining room with access to the Elisabeth Checa cellar. Flowers, candles, and soft lighting complete the intimate and festive atmosphere.

Tip: Everything is thought through, including a special kids’ menu with milanesa.

Price: $180,000 (tip included). Kids price: $80,000 (tip included).

Where: Arévalo 2032.

Christmas Eve at Elena, the restaurant of the luxurious Four Seasons Buenos Aires, is an unforgettable experience. The dinner, specially designed for the occasion, consists of several courses that combine festive dishes with a gourmet touch, accompanied by an exclusive selection of wines.

The room shines with Christmas decorations: a grand tree, elegantly dressed tables, and soft music evoking the magic of the night. Both guests and external visitors enjoy a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere, perfect for celebrating. Reservations are essential to be part of this evening filled with flavor, warmth, and Christmas spirit.

Tip: The octopus a la gallega is a total delight.

Price: Adults: U$S300. Children (6-12 years): U$S250.

Where: Posadas 1086.

Sometimes, you just want to eat well, as usual, without too much Christmas flair. That’s what Hierro offers: a unique culinary proposal for a Christmas lunch without a special menu.

Both locations, in Palermo and Nordelta, will open during their regular hours with their signature vacuum-aged meats, seasonal vegetables cooked over quebracho wood, federal wines, and signature cocktails. A perfect plan for those who want something simple and well-done, in a relaxed, warm atmosphere with a touch of Christmas decoration at their Palermo location.

Tip: Always thinking of its customers, Hierro is open after receiving many inquiries about holiday hours. They couldn’t leave anyone without the chance to enjoy.

Where: Boulevard del Mirador 220, Nordelta. Costa Rica 5602, Palermo.

Rufino will open on December 25th during its usual hours to offer a memorable, close experience. Their à la carte menu features premium cuts like center rack of ribs, bife de chorizo, and bondiola, as well as options like mushroom risotto and tagliatelle. The perfect place to enjoy a special Christmas in a comforting environment, with the flavor and quality they're known for.

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Tip: The evening begins with a welcome sparkling wine and ends with a toast at dessert, creating an ideal atmosphere for celebrating.

Where: Av. Pres. Manuel Quintana 465, Subterranean level of Hotel Mío Buenos Aires, Recoleta.

Christmas Eve dinner at Cauce de los Fuegos is a warm and memorable experience designed to connect with the flavors and emotions of this special date. They offer two unique menus that transport diners to the past, evoking the spirit of the 90s with reinterpreted classic recipes. The themed decorations, warm lights, trees, and garlands fill the space with festive magic.

Tip: At midnight, a joint toast is celebrated, creating an unforgettable moment.

Price: $150,000. Vegetarian menu available.

Where: Alicia Moreau de Justo 440.

Celebrating Christmas night on December 25th at La Dorita is the ideal way to end Christmas by enjoying a classic Argentine barbecue. In their two Palermo locations, you can indulge in pasture-raised meats cooked over quebracho embers, like the five-rib center roast, perfect for sharing with family.

They also offer delicious options like skirt steak, fine flank steak, and picanha. The warm atmosphere, outdoor tables, and a wine list perfect for pairing make La Dorita the ideal place for a special night.

Tip: Don't miss finishing Christmas with one of the best parrilladas.

Where: Humboldt 1892; Bulnes 2593.

Nothing beats celebrating with a native dish like asado. For Christmas Eve dinner, La Cabrera offers a multi-course menu that starts with an appetizer, followed by main courses (don’t miss the Wellington tenderloin), includes various sides (we recommend trying their four types of French fries), and finishes with dessert.

Tip: The menu includes a bottle of Escorihuela Gascón wine for every two people, plus sparkling wine for toasts.

Price: $98,000 per adult, $49,000 per child (up to 10 years). Reservations here.

Where: José Antonio Cabrera 5127, Palermo.