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Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, now is the time to indulge in sweet and savory treats. From edible experiences to craveable catering, Christmas dining in Wisconsin makes the holiday season even more magical.
Sanford
Milwaukee
There’s no place like home during the holidays, and thanks to Sanford, you can spend more time cozied up by the fireplace with the people you love most. This year, Sanford is giving everyone the gift of a pickup heat-at-home holiday meal. The mouthwatering menu kicks things off with a slow-roasted prime rib garnished with saffron-poached pear and a red wine fig reduction. The main course will be complemented with sides of roasted market root vegetables, duck fat potatoes topped with parmesan bread crumbs, and, of course, rolls with butter. And just when you thought things couldn’t get any better, this Wisconsin Christmas dining experience will be made complete with a classic holiday fruit cake with white chocolate and brandied cherries for dessert. The pickup heat-at-home holiday meal costs $245 per package and can serve 4 guests. For more information, visit sanfordrestaurant.com.
Liberty Station American Tavern
Madison
Nothing beats barbecue. If you’re looking to have a very BBQ Christmas, then look no further than Liberty Station American Tavern for a festive feast that everyone will thank you for. Barbecue lovers will be in heaven thanks to the restaurant’s holiday to-go offerings, which are sure to make your Wisconsin Christmas dining experience one for the books. First, some scrumptious salads, like the classic Caesar or Liberty Chop, will start things off strong. From there, things will get smoky with Texas brisket with Liberty BBQ sauce and Carolina pork shoulder with Carolina BBQ sauce. In addition, sides will include creamy coleslaw, baked beans and melty mac and cheese. For more information, visit libertystationtavern.com.
1878 on the Lake
Delavan
If you’re looking to be hosted this holiday season instead of doing the hosting, then you’re in the right place. Thankfully, Lake Lawn Resort’s 1878 on the Lake will be inviting you to an extraordinary Wisconsin Christmas dining experience. Beginning on Christmas Eve, guests will be enthralled by a decadent dinner overlooking dazzling Delavan Lake. The prix-fixe menu starts off with a scrumptious salad, followed by roasted prime rib, double lobster tails or wing bone chicken with white wine sauce. Additionally, some seriously tempting sides include sweet potato maple mash, traditional Yorkshire pudding and braised rapini vichy baby carrots. Lastly, a strawberry rhubarb with a crème brulee fork is sure to impress. But that’s not all; 1878 on the Lake will make your Christmas morning extra special with a brunch buffet featuring omelets, whipped cream-covered waffles, and a variety of other savory specialties. Christmas Eve dinner will be priced at $80 per person, and the Christmas Day brunch will be priced at $58.95 per person. For more information, visit lakelawnresort.com.
Bijou Bistro + Catering
Eau Claire
Impress your guests and make your holiday party one to remember with the help of Bijou Bistro’s Christmas catering menu. Whether you’re hosting an intimate family dinner or a lavish Christmas cocktail party, there are plenty of options to customize your table. For starters, definitely go for the crostini display if you want to create a grand gesture. This decadent platter will be loaded with toasted baguettes and elegant toppings, from smoked salmon mousse to herbed goat cheese with pear compote. In addition, you can also bring an entire carving station right through your front door. These larger-than-life stations come complete with your choice of meat alongside an array of freshly baked rolls and condiments. To contrast the savory side, be sure to sweeten things up with a decadent dessert like chocolate-dipped strawberries, or even a cupcake tower. For more information, visit bijou-bistro.com.
The Edgewater Hotel
Madison
Make room on your calendar for a holiday brunch or dinner at The Edgewater Hotel. This chic, waterfront hotel will be open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, serving up delicious dishes and decadent delights to get you into the spirit of the holidays. Of course, the traditional brunch and dinner menus will be available, but this year there will also be a special twist. The brunch will be enhanced with special dishes in honor of the holidays, like lobster eggs benedict and banana-brown butter pancakes. Additionally, in the evening, the holiday dinner special will include garlic herb-crusted prime rib with horseradish mashed potatoes, green beans with applewood-smoked bacon, roasted winter squash and classic Yorkshire pudding. In total, if you’re seeking an elevated Wisconsin Christmas dining experience, you can’t go wrong with visiting or maybe even booking a winter retreat at The Edgewater Hotel. For more information, visit theedgewater.com.
The Pfister Hotel
Milwaukee
Back and better than ever, the beloved Christmas brunch at The Pfister Hotel is one of the best ways to spend time with loved ones during the holidays. Guests can begin their brunch with a complimentary mimosa or Bloody Mary and plenty of socializing in the divinely decorated ballroom. Cocktails will be followed by a stunning buffet with festive salads and appetizers, a wide range of mouthwatering entrees, delectable sweets and some of Wisconsin’s best cheeses. With everything from omelets made to order, to carved meats and fresh fish, this buffet will have you covered when it comes to having a classic Wisconsin Christmas dining experience. The brunch will cost $75 per person, $30 for children ages 3 to 10, and is free for guests younger than 2. For more information, visit thepfisterhotel.com.
Grand Geneva Resort
Lake Geneva
The best memories are made at brunch. So this year, be sure to eat, drink and be merry at Grand Geneva Resort’s Christmas Eve brunch. But this isn’t your ordinary brunch; this Wisconsin Christmas dining experience is a four-course culinary journey made with love by Chef Dustin Urbanik and his team of creative chefs. Being said, the first course will begin with warm, pull-apart cinnabons and the most extravagant charcuterie board that you can imagine. Then, guests will be greeted with scrumptious salads, biscuits, breads and bisques. For the main course, there will be more than enough roasted prime rib, honey citrus-glazed ham, salmon en croute and even sweet and savory crepes. And if you still have room for dessert, there will also be a station of sweets with gingerbread trifles, chocolate cake with candy cane cream, eggnog cheesecake, and everything in between. Pricing is $85 per person, $42 for guests ages 6 to 12, and $30 for ages 3 to 5. For more information, visit grandgeneva.com.
Biebel’s Catering
Green Bay
This holiday season, make things simple and spend more time with friends and family by having Biebel’s Catering cook you a classic Wisconsin Christmas dinner. Pick up, heat and serve are the only steps required to enjoy a full-on feast of delicious dishes. First, you can prepare for your meal with appetizers, of course. With everything from smoked salmon deviled eggs to pesto beef tenderloin crostinis, you can personalize your dining experience. As for the dinner, diners can look forward to oven-baked chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, a seven-layer salad, parsley-buttered baby reds and plenty of assorted dinner rolls, cookies and baked bars. Prices per person range from $15 to $32 depending on the combination chosen. For more information, visit biebelscatering.com.
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Milwaukee
There’s no time to be stressed when you can be blessed with a festive feast brought straight from the ovens of The Honey Baked Ham Company to the comfort of your home. So, if you’re looking for some rest and relaxation during the holidays, be sure to look into this Wisconsin Christmas dining option. By offering a variety of holiday meals, like the famous honey-baked ham and turkey feast, your days of slaving in the kitchen are over with. To accompany the main course, guests can also rely on the six-side sampler to get a little bit of everything. With options like double cheddar mac and cheese, maple sweet potato souffle and creamy mashed potatoes, the possibilities are endless (especially when you also order a cheesecake sampler!). For more information, visit honeybaked.com.
Trappers Turn Golf Club
Wisconsin Dells
For a festive feast full of flavors and fun, be sure to visit Trappers Turn Golf Club for its famous Christmas Day buffet. It wouldn’t be a Wisconsin Christmas dining experience without a carving station. Here, guests can anticipate maple-sage-brined turkey, herb-crusted prime rib and pineapple-ginger-glazed ham. There’s also plenty of room to enhance your plate with buttermilk mashed potatoes, marshmallow maple candied yams, garlic roasted cauliflower gratin and cornbread muffins. And if you’re feeling festive, there will also be assorted holiday breads and an abundance of cute Christmas cookies. Speaking of sweets, the dessert portion of the meal will be the star of the show with an ice cream and cheesecake bar. Pricing is $45 per person, $15 for guests ages 4 to 12, and free for children ages 3 and under. For more information, visit trappersturn.com.