Christmas Dining Out

Sue Bosomworth

Works do?  Family gathering?  Dinner for two?  Where are you planning to celebrate the joys of the season with a meal out?  There are plenty of venues offering different dining experiences that will suit every budget and taste.  Please secure your place by booking early and remember, if your circumstances change and you need to alter arrangements/cancel the booking give as much notice as possible to give the venue chance to cover the changes.

The Glasshouse at Charlottes have their Christmas menu on offer between 1^st & 21^st December.  A traditional choice of two or three courses (£29.95 pp or £34.95pp) enjoy the experience in the beautifully decorated space.  Party Nights on are also on offer on Saturday 13^th & Saturday 20^th December hosted by Lindy.  £40 pp for a three-course meal and a disco till late.  £10 deposit per person will secure your booking. 

With beautiful views from the dining room Filey Golf Club have a 2 or 3 course menu available from 24^th November.  You don’t need to be a member to enjoy celebrating the season, but places are filling fast so please check availability on 01723 513293 ext.  3.  Two courses £25.95 pp or three courses £32.95pp. 

Centred in the middle of town The Star is a favourite dining spot.  Starting Monday 1^st December and running (with certain exceptions) until Wednesday 24^th December the festive menu offers a mix of traditional and unexpected choices sure to delight diners for those wanting more than usual turkey and trimmings.  Booking, either in person or by phone 01723 512031 and pre-ordering is essential along with a deposit of £5 pp.  Two courses £29.95, three courses £31.95.

Fancy a Festive Brunch?  Pop along to Fadó & Tide on Wednesday 3^rd 10^th or 17^th December or Thursday 4^th 11^th or 18^th December from 12.30 pm for delicious food, a seasonal drink and live music from 1.30pm.  £24.95 pp.  This newly opened venue has quickly come to be the popular watering hole on Murray Street with a great atmosphere and a warm welcome. 

The iconic White Lodge Hotel are hosting a Party Night.  Join in the fun on Saturday 6^th December.  Contact the hotel for details and booking 01723 514771.

Located in Hunmanby and set in secluded grounds Wrangham House offers Georgian period elegance for a wonderful dining experience.  Their Christmas Menu is available from 1^st to 24^th December.  Booking must be guaranteed with a credit/debit card with a non-refundable deposit, pre order only.  Two courses £26pp, three courses £32.  Book www.wranghamhouse.com or call 01723 891333.

Also, in Hunmanby The White Swan can help you celebrate.  Not everyone wants to or can cook a full-blown Festive Feast, but the White Swan can take away all the stress.  The kitchen will be cooking up a storm of pre-prepared dinners to be delivered on Christmas Eve ready for you to warm up and enjoy.  Order through Just Eat adults £17.99pp children £9.99.  You can also book your party large or small in their Function Room, just talk to a member of staff and see if they can meet your requirements. 

Orchard Lodge Wolds Restaurant in the village of Flixton have a well-deserved reputation for fine dining having gained and retained numerous awards including the coveted Two Rosette award from the AA.  Their Wolds at Christmas tasting menu runs from 16^th to 20^th December.  A beautiful selection of locally sourced ingredients put together by the creative genius of Chef Michael produces six dishes to delight those who love something different.  Secure your place early phone 01723890202 or visit their website www.orchard-lodge.com £65pp.

Also, in Flixton the Foxhound Inn is offering something a bit different.  Starting Tuesday 18^th November to Wednesday 31^st December (excluding Sundays) they are putting on a menu described as a Christmas Street Market with a variety of dishes at various price points that will enable you to mix and match to suit your taste and appetite.  The Party Nights take place on Friday 19^th December & Wednesday 31^st December.  Disco down from 9pm to 12/12.30am.  Don’t forget you can forego the Christmas Meal preparation by ordering from their extensive Christmas Dinner Take away Menu available to collect on 23^rd & 24^th December (don’t forget the battered parsnips).  Pre book to make sure to accommodate your party large or small.

Travelling further afield there are opportunities to try new places or revisit an old favourite.  Christmas at Wilsons Food Hall.  Located in Seamer, Wilsons Food Hall have dates starting Saturday 1^st November to Sunday 21^st December available for a festive lunchtime treat.  Between 12noon and 4pm enjoy a choice of 2 or 3 courses including a spiced apple and parsnip soup, a roast turkey, cranberry, and stuffing pie.  Round it off with cheese, trifle, or a good old Christmas pudding.  Prices two courses £22.50, three courses £25.00 to book go to the website www.wilsonsfoodhall.co.uk 

The Farrier in Cayton have a Christmas Menu on offer from Friday 28^th November to Wednesday 31^st December for parties of six and above.  Early booking advisable on 01723861432.  A deposit is payable on booking with the full payment due two weeks before your booking.  Three courses £50pp

Just down the road in Killerby pop into Nine Eighty Bar & Bistro.  A fantastic warm friendly place serving great food.  Party Nights Saturday 5^th & 13^th December serving food from 7pm to 8.30pm when live music will follow to entertain diners till 11pm.  Choose from a delicious menu for £45pp.  Please book in advance by contacting nine.eightybistro@gmail.com or call 01732 583799.

All the menus for the above establishments are available of their websites or Facebook pages along with booking and payment requirements. 

Sometimes dining out is not for everyone, don’t forget our cafes and take aways add Festive Food to their menus so a quick turkey and stuffing sandwich can be found in lots of places along with sweet treats and tasty coffees.  Support whoever you’re able and spread the Christmas Cheer. 

Writing this has had my mouth watering and wondering how many of the venues I could possibly fit in before I go into hibernation!