Summary: London Road Bistro at The Hyde Hotel is hosting a Christmas lunch buffet on 25 December 2026, from 12:00. Priced at R695 per adult and R350 per child aged 3 to 12, the festive experience includes a welcome drink, a chef’s harvest board, a buffet of Christmas favourites and indulgent desserts. Children under three dine free, and bookings are made by email.
Christmas Day is made for good company, generous helpings and leaving the washing-up to someone else.
On 25 December 2026, London Road Bistro at The Hyde Hotel invites guests to gather around the table for a festive Christmas lunch buffet, complete with a welcome drink and a menu filled with comforting classics and seasonal favourites.
Starting at 12:00, the Christmas lunch buffet is ideal for those who enjoy a little variety on their festive plate. The meal begins with the Chef’s Harvest Board, a seasonal selection of cured meats, cheeses, preserves and accompaniments that sets the scene for a leisurely Christmas feast.
- The buffet brings together several hearty main dishes. Guests can tuck into red wine-braised oxtail, slow-cooked in a rich red wine sauce, or enjoy Cape Malay bobotie, a traditional spiced minced beef dish served with yellow rice and tangy chutney. Festive favourites include glazed gammon ham and stuffed roast turkey with traditional stuffing.
- The sides bring plenty of colour and flavour to the table. Roquette and beetroot salad comes with goat’s cheese mousse and seasonal leaves, while potato dauphinois offers creamy layers baked until golden. There are also Brussels sprouts with crispy pancetta and seasonal herbs, honey-glazed heirloom carrots finished with feta and fresh herbs, and pasta salad with sun-dried tomatoes, cheese and fresh herbs.
- Of course, Christmas lunch would not be complete without dessert. London Road Bistro’s selection includes Amarula panna cotta, sticky toffee pudding served with whipped cream, and a festive chocolate-covered cherry pyramid featuring chocolate-coated cherries arranged into a showstopping centrepiece.
With a welcome drink, a spread of festive favourites and a tempting dessert selection, London Road Bistro offers a relaxed way to celebrate Christmas without spending the day preparing the meal. Guests can focus on enjoying the food and spending time with their favourite people, which is rather the point of Christmas in the first place.
For those planning their Christmas Day gathering, London Road Bistro at The Hyde Hotel offers a festive buffet with something for lovers of traditional roasts, South African flavours and sweet treats. Bookings can only be made by emailing events@thehydehotel.com, so guests can arrange their table ahead of the celebrations.
Quick details
- Event: Christmas Lunch Buffet
- Venue: London Road Bistro, The Hyde Hotel
- Date: Friday, 25 December 2026
- Time: From 12:00
- Adult price: R695 per person
- Child price: R350 per child aged 3 to 12
- Children under 3: Complimentary
- Includes: Buffet and welcome drink
- Starters: Chef’s Harvest Board with cured meats, cheeses, preserves and accompaniments
- Buffet mains: Red wine-braised oxtail, Cape Malay bobotie, glazed gammon ham and stuffed roast turkey
- Sides: Roquette and beetroot salad, potato dauphinois, Brussels sprouts with pancetta, honey-glazed heirloom carrots and pasta salad
- Desserts: Amarula panna cotta, sticky toffee pudding and chocolate-covered cherries
- Bookings and enquiries: events@thehydehotel.com
- Booking method: Email only
FAQs
When is the Christmas lunch buffet at London Road Bistro?
It takes place on 25 December 2026, from 12:00.
How much does the Christmas lunch buffet cost?
The price is R695 per adult and R350 per child aged 3 to 12. Children under three dine free.
What food is included in the buffet?
The menu includes a Chef’s Harvest Board, red wine-braised oxtail, Cape Malay bobotie, glazed gammon ham, stuffed roast turkey, a selection of sides and three dessert options.
Is a welcome drink included?
Yes, the Christmas lunch buffet includes a welcome drink.
How can guests book?
Bookings can only be made by emailing events@thehydehotel.com.
