Christmas Day Lunch at Riverside Restaurant
Riverside Restaurant
25 December 2026 Friday
Ends: 25 December 2026
Celebrate Christmas with Adelaide’s Best Riverbank Views
This Christmas Day, gather your family and friends for an unforgettable celebration overlooking some of Adelaide’s most iconic landmarks.
Positioned on the banks of the River Torrens with sweeping views across Adelaide Oval and the vibrant Riverbank Precinct, Riverside Restaurant offers the perfect setting for a relaxed and memorable Christmas Day. Enjoy exceptional food, free-flow beverages including French Champagne, and spectacular scenery while we take care of everything.
Leave the cooking, cleaning and entertaining to us and spend the day making memories with the people who matter most.
Christmas Day Lunch Package
Premium Seafood Bar
Enjoy a spectacular selection of premium seafood
- Coffin Bay Oysters with mignonette and chardonnay vinaigrette
- Spencer Gulf King Prawns
- Citrus-Cured Eyre Peninsula Kingfish with fennel pollen, native pepper and finger lime
- Blue Swimmer Crab Salad with avocado mousse and citrus gel
- Scallops with seaweed butter, apple and chilli honey
- Balmain Bug Tails with saffron aioli
- Smoked Salmon with traditional garnishes
Grazing Table, Antipasti, Charcuterie & Artisan Cheeses
A lavish grazing station featuring:
- Prosciutto di San Daniele
- Wagyu Bresaola
- Truffle Salami
- South Australian cured meats
- Burrata with confit cherry tomatoes, basil and aged balsamic
- A selection of artisan cheeses including aged cheddar, smoked cheddar, triple cream brie, Roquefort, Manchego and Parmigiano Reggiano
- Fig jam, truffle honey and spiced quince
- Marinated olives, grilled artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes
- Pickled seasonal vegetables and house fermentations
- Freshly baked sourdough, herb focaccia, lavosh, rye and gluten-free breads
- Olive bar featuring South Australian and Mediterranean selections
Seasonal Salads
Fresh seasonal creations including:
- Watermelon, feta, mint, black olive and lime dressing
- Quinoa, roasted pumpkin, kale and pomegranate salad
- Heirloom tomato and buffalo mozzarella with basil snow
- Roasted asparagus, blood orange, hazelnut and goat curd
Traditional Christmas Carvery
Festive favourites carved to order:
- Roasted Free-Range Turkey with sage, citrus butter and cranberry jus
- O’Connor MB5+ Scotch Fillet with red wine jus
- Honey-Glazed Ham with clove and orange glaze
- Yorkshire puddings, duck fat roast potatoes, seasonal jus and mustard selection
Hot Buffet Mains & Accompaniments
A selection of premium festive dishes:
- Slow-Braised Lamb Shoulder with rosemary jus and native herbs
- Hampshire Pork Porchetta with apple cider glaze and crackling
- Lobster Thermidor Gratin
- Pan-Seared Barramundi with saffron beurre blanc
- Truffle Mushroom Risotto with aged parmesan
- Duck Fat Roasted Potatoes with rosemary salt
- Maple-Glazed Heirloom Carrots with orange zest
- Charred Broccolini with almond crumb and lemon
Dessert & Pâtisserie
Complete your Christmas feast with an indulgent selection of festive sweets:
- Brandy-Soaked Christmas Pudding with warm anglaise
- Traditional Christmas Mince Pies
- Yule Log with dark chocolate mousse and cherry compote
- Panettone Bread & Butter Pudding with vanilla custard
- Mango & Passionfruit Pavlova Sphere
- Dark Chocolate Tart with salted caramel and gold leaf
- Lemon Myrtle Cheesecake with macadamia crunch
- Adelaide Hills Strawberry Tarts
- Chocolate Éclairs
Children’s Buffet
A dedicated buffet for younger guests featuring:
- Mini Wagyu Beef Sliders
- Chicken Tenders with herb crumbs
- Mac & Cheese with aged cheddar
- Mini Fish & Chips with tartare
- Fresh Fruit and Berry Cups
Included Beverages
Your Christmas Day package includes free-flow:
- French Champagne: N.V. Devaux “Cuvee D” Brut, Côte des Bar, France.
A blend of 55% Pinot Noir, 45% Chardonnay aged for 5-years – well beyond the 18-month requirement. A rich, creamy and well-balanced expression of champagne from an exceptional producer. - Red and white wines
- Local and international beers
- Soft drinks
- Juices
Pricing & Timing
Adults: $415 per person
Children (5-11 years): $160 per person*
Infants (4 years and under): Complimentary**
*Children up to 11 years, 364 days old.
**Infants up until 4 years 364 days old.
You may be asked to provide proof of age for child prices.
Terms & Conditions
- Cancellations before 1 December 2026: Full refund
- Cancellations between 1–18 December 2026: 50% refund
- Cancellations on and after 19 December 2026: Non-refundable