Christmas Eve Celebration Restaurant Singapore

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December 24 is a night full of anticipation, leading up to Christmas Day and the joy of celebrating the birth of Jesus. Families gather around the Christmas tree to share stories, exchange small gifts, or enjoy a festive feast, while others attend a nativity service or join in Christmas carols to mark the season. Christmas traditions like singing a carol, decorating with reindeer ornaments, or reflecting on the meaning of the holiday make the evening memorable.

In Singapore, there are countless venues to enjoy a lively Christmas Eve celebration. With enchanting ambience, festive menus, and experiences that bring warmth and cheer on December 24. Read on as we reveal the ideal restaurants in Singapore to book for Christmas Eve celebration.

Best Place to Celebrate Christmas Eve in 2025 That Everyone Will Remember

This guide covers:

  • What makes December 24 meaningful for families, from gift-giving to carols and quiet reflection

  • Key reasons Sarai Fine Thai at Tanglin Mall is the top pick for Christmas Eve celebration in 2025

  • How Sarai delivers an elegant yet family dining experience with warm service and comfortable seating

  • Highlights of the curated 5-course Christmas Set Menu priced at $98 per person

What are Traditional Ways to Celebrate Christmas Eve?

Christmas Eve tradition is observed on 24 December, the night before Christmas, and marks the beginning of many Christmas celebrations. Around the world, Christmas Eve is celebrated with a mix of religious observances. From family gatherings, and festive activities that blend family celebration. Christian traditions, and the joy of giving and receiving. For many, this evening is a time of reflection on the birth of Jesus Christ, with church services, midnight mass, and nativity scenes in homes and churches reminding everyone of the Christ child.

Common Traditions and Customs

  1. Christmas Eve dinner: Families gather for traditional Christmas Eve feasts, such as the Italian Feast of the Seven Fishes or cozy dinners in Germany and Scandinavia.

  2. Gift-giving and Secret Santa: Children on Christmas Eve may hang a stocking for Santa Claus or Saint Nicholas, while adults exchange Christmas gifts and play Christmas games.

  3. Singing Christmas carols: Christmas songs, hymns, and singing Christmas carols fill homes and communities, celebrating the light of the world.

  4. Decorations: Homes feature wreaths, Christmas lights, and Christ candles, highlighting the Christmas season and preparing for Christmas morning on 25 December.

  5. Religious observances: In Bethlehem, Nazareth, and churches worldwide. Church services and midnight on Christmas Eve celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ with the story of creation, hymn, and Christ candle rituals.

  6. Family traditions: Many families spend Christmas Eve together opening small gifts, reading the Christmas story, or placing cookies for Santa.

Other fun traditions include:

  • Preparing for Christmas morning by setting up stockings and gifts

  • Reading or playing the Christmas story and Christmas songs

  • Hanging wreaths and decorating the home to mark the end of the Advent season

  • Community events with children around the world playing Christmas games and singing hymns

From starting at sunset to midnight on Christmas Eve, Christmas Eve blends preparation for Christmas, reflection on the birth of Jesus, and joyful family Christmas celebrations. It’s a time of togetherness, gift-giving, singing Christmas carols. Marking the light of the world while anticipating Christmas Day on 25 December.

Where to Host Christmas Eve Celebration in Singapore?

Choosing the perfect location to host your Christmas Eve celebration in Singapore is the first step toward having an unforgettable holiday. The city start countless dining options. The ideal spot combines elegance, warmth, and a spectacular Christmas menu that delights every member of the family. From the youngest child to the grandparents.

This year, the ultimate choice is Sarai Fine Thai at Tanglin Mall.

Sarai Fine Thai offers a unique escape from the ordinary Christmas buffet line. Instead, it provides a sophisticated yet wonderfully family-friendly dining environment that makes your holiday celebration feel intimate, special, and effortless. It’s the perfect place to truly indulge in the festive spirit without the stress of cooking or cleaning.

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A Festive Restaurant Vibe Built for Family Comfort

Sarai Fine Thai excels at creating a welcoming atmosphere that is both elegant and centered around the family. The restaurant’s design is inspired by the grandeur and grace of Thai royalty, using soft lighting, refined decor, and spacious seating arrangements.

  1. Elevated Ambiance: The beautiful surroundings instantly elevate your Christmas Eve dinner from a simple meal to a grand, memorable event. The lighting and decorations are specially tailored to enhance the holiday spirit, making it feel like a true festive escape.

  2. Family-Friendly Focus: Despite its elegant setting, Sarai maintains a warm, service-focused approach that makes it easy for families. There is enough space for everyone to gather comfortably, ensuring a relaxing experience where you can focus entirely on spending time with your loved ones.

  3. The Perfect Backdrop: Your family Christmas photos taken at Sarai will be stunning. Reflecting the joy and sophistication of your chosen celebration venue.

The Stress-Free Solution: A Curated Christmas Menu

The true genius of choosing Sarai for Christmas Eve lies in its exquisite Christmas Set Menu. Instead of having to order tricky individual dishes or wait in buffet lines, the entire experience is professionally curated for a seamless and delicious evening. The set menu is priced at $98 per person for a complete 5-Course Festive Dining Experience (Note: Available pre-order. Prices are subject to prevailing GST and Service Charge).

This price is fantastic value for a fine dining festive experience in Singapore, giving you an amazing indulgence without breaking the bank.

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A Delicious Journey: Sarai’s Special Christmas Set Menu

The meal takes you and your family on a delightful journey through complex and delicious flavors. Perfectly portioned for an elegant Christmas Eve dinner.

1. The Opening Bite (Amuse Bouche)

The experience begins with a tiny, thoughtful bite of Eggplant Salad with Caviar. This Thai-style eggplant salad is beautifully prepared and topped with luxurious caviar, instantly setting a sophisticated tone for the dinner.

2. Appetizers: Fresh and Flavorful Starters

A selection of delightful starters are served to awaken the palate:

  1. Local Flower Crab: This dish features handpicked local flower crab meat. A sweet and delicate served on a bed of wonderfully crunchy rice. This provides a great contrast in texture.

  2. Grilled Chicken: Tender pieces of southern-style grilled chicken, beautifully marinated and covered in a bright, aromatic yellow curry sauce. This is a popular flavour that everyone will enjoy.

  3. Pomelo Salad: A light, zesty salad featuring the refreshing taste of pomelo fruit, tossed in a balanced sweet and spicy sauce. It’s a palate cleanser that perfectly balances the richer dishes.

3. The Warm Comfort (Soup)

Next, the family enjoys a warm, comforting bowl of Sour and Spicy Pork Spare Rib Soup. This classic Isan-style (Northeast Thai) soup is known for its bold flavor, featuring tender pork spare ribs, tomatoes, and Thai basil. It’s a hearty dish that warms you from the inside out.

4. Main Course: Sharing the Feasting Joy

The mains are where the feast truly comes together. These generous dishes are designed to be placed at the center of the festive table for the family to share, creating that intimate, traditional Christmas feeling.

  1. Grilled River Prawns: Large, succulent grilled river prawns that are served with an amazing spicy seafood sauce. The presentation is as stunning as the flavor.

  2. Grilled Rack of Lamb: A tender, perfectly cooked grilled rack of lamb, served with a classic black pepper sauce. This is a special item that feels very appropriate for a Christmas Eve celebration.

  3. Steamed Seabass Fillet: A lighter yet flavorful option. The seabass fillet is gently steamed with a zesty sauce made from fresh chili, lime, and garlic. It provides a bright flavor contrast to the richer meats.

  4. Stir-fried Broccoli: A simple but necessary side of fresh broccoli and mushrooms stir-fried together in a savory oyster sauce.

  5. Steamed Jasmine Rice: Soft, fragrant steamed jasmine rice is provided to complement all the rich main courses.

5. Sweet Finale (Dessert)

The meal concludes with a decadent and memorable Mango Cheesecake topped with crunchy pistachios. This sweet dessert is the perfect way to wrap up your luxurious Christmas Eve experience.

Why Sarai is the Ultimate Christmas Eve Choice

By choosing Sarai, you are opting for a seamless and stress-free experience. You skip the hours of grocery shopping, prep, cooking, and the dreaded clean-up. Instead, you walk into a beautiful restaurant and spend every moment enjoying the company of your loved ones. The expertly prepared festive menu means the quality is guaranteed, and the atmosphere ensures every picture and every memory from your Christmas Eve 2025 is truly special.

Ready to Book Your Elegant Christmas Eve Celebration? Don't let the best tables slip away! Secure your reservation now to guarantee your spot for this exquisite festive dining experience at Sarai Fine Thai.

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