Where to Eat and Drink Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2016

Hampton + Hudson

Saturday, December 24th and Sunday, December 25th

‘Tis the season to enjoy holiday cocktails and seasonal bites, so Hampton + Hudson will be open on Christmas Eve from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and dishing out their full drink and food menus along with a $6 Holiday Beer & Shot pairing of Wild Turkey and Pabst Blue Ribbon. On Christmas Day, owners Billy and Jenn Streck are pulling out all the stops by hosting a special Pop-up Chinese Menu from “H+H’s Bo’Ling Chop Suey Palace.” In addition to playing the holiday classic movie, A Christmas Story, on the big screen, they’ll have football on throughout and will be serving sake just for the evening along with hot toddies, drink specials and more.  For more information, visit  www.hamptonandhudson.com. 

Cypress Street Pint and Plate

Saturday, December 24th and Sunday, December 25th

Cypress Street Pint and Plate, one of Atlanta’s most cherished neighborhood haunts, has become a must-stop for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle during the Christmas holiday. Open on Christmas Eve from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Christmas Day from 6 p.m. 2 a.m., guests can cozy up next to the fire pit while imbibing on holiday cocktails and noshing on limited menu that will put the Merry back into Christmas. For more information, please visit www.cypressbar.com.

GRAIN

Saturday, December 24th

Revelers looking for an excuse to leave the house on Christmas Eve are invited to visit GRAIN. Located in the heart of Midtown, GRAIN will be open from 4 p.m. to 3 a.m. and serving specialty holiday cocktails inspired by the 12 days of Christmas. Boasting an intimate atmosphere, thoughtful and inventive cocktail program, and eclectic bar bites menu, GRAIN is an ideal spot to sit back, relax and imbibe this holiday season. For more information, visit www.grain-bar.com.

Atlas

Saturday, December 24th

Decked out in holiday décor, Atlas is hosting a special, three-course prix fixe Christmas Eve dinner created by Executive Chef Chris Grossman from 5 to 9 p.m. for $65 per person. The full dinner menu, which changes daily, will also be available.  With a focus on curating fresh ingredients from local farms, Atlas is located in The St. Regis Atlanta and celebrates the very best in seasonal American cuisine combined with European influences. For more information or to make a reservation, visit atlasrestaurant.com.

Genki Noodles and Sushi (3 Locations)

Saturday, December 24th

Sushi lovers looking to start a new tradition this Christmas Eve can join Genki Noodles and Sushi at any of its three locations from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Offering fresh, artfully presented sushi, bountiful noodle bowls and a variety of entrees for all tastes, diners can skip the turkey and ham treat themselves to Japanese cuisine for lunch or dinner. Additionally, for this holiday season only, when a guest purchases a gift card, Genki will add an additional 20% to the gift card amount throughout the month of December. Genki Noodles and Sushi is located in Buckhead at 3186 Roswell Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30305; The Prado in Sandy Springs at 5590 Roswell Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30342; and Virginia Highland at 1040 North Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30306.  For more information, www.genkiatl.com.

Dantanna’s (3 Locations)

Saturday, December 24th

Sportslovers don’t have to worry about missing any football action this Christmas Eve, because Dantanna’s Buckhead and Sandy Springs locations will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be screening the full line up of games throughout the day. Guests can cheer on their favorite football teams while taking advantage of Dantanna’s expansive menu featuring surf and turf options, aged steaks, daily fresh seafood, juicy burgers, signature favorites and more. Signature and classic cocktails, craft beers and wine will also be flowing.  For more information, visit www.dantannas.com.

Eve of the Eve Celebration at Red Brick Brewing

Date:  Friday, December 23rd
Time: 5pm

About: It’s the night before both Christmas Eve and the first night of Hanukkah and we are celebrating with everyone’s favorite part of the Holidays – beer! We will have the 12 taps of Christmas: 12 different Red Brick beers including some specialty brews only for this event. $15 gets you in the door, tour, pint glass, and 6 tastings – or get in the spirit of the holidays and bring any toy to donate to Toys for Tots to the brewery between now and Dec. 23rd and get free VIP entry into the event!

Tap List:
Peppermint Vanilla Gorilla
Double Calf-inated Coffee Divine Bovie
2014 3 Bagger
Nitro Vanilla Gorilla
Red Wine Barrel Aged Beard Envy
Laughing Skull Amber
Laughing Skull Lager
Laughing Skull White Ale
Hoplanta IPA
Casual Session IPA
Hibiscuwit Belgian Wheat
Divine Bovine Chai Spice Milk Stout

MORE INFORMATION:

Red Brick Facebook Event

Atlanta SantaCon 2016

Date:  Saturday, December 17th
Time: 7pm

About: On Saturday, December 17th is the 12th annual DSB / BWBGA SantaCon in ATL! This Santa inspired pub crawl stops all along Little 5 points including Porter Beer Bar, Yacht Club, Brew House, and starts at The Vortex on Moreland. This year the charity is called drawchange! Their global mission is to aid global change by supplying the world’s children with empowering art experiences. So wear your best Santa, Krampus, or elf suit and join us down in Little 5! This event is Free. FREE!

MORE INFORMATION:

Atlanta SantaCon

Afternoon Caroling Event with The Frye Company and The Whiskey Gentry

Date:  Saturday, December 17th
Time: 1pm

About: Celebrate the spirit of the season on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at FRYE’s Atlanta store at Ponce City Market during its second annual rockin’ holiday caroling event with The Whiskey Gentry. From 1 to 4 p.m., shoppers are invited to an experience a high-energy, live acoustic show outside the store while enjoying hot drinks from American Spirit Whiskey, Wild Heaven craft beers, and cookies from Atlanta favorite Farm to Ladle.  Frye’s Holiday Collection, which includes an array of exclusive hats, scarves, gloves, belts and more for men and women, will be available for purchase.  Shoppers are also invited to enjoy complimentary on-site customization with a purchase from acclaimed chain stitch embroidery collective Ft. Lonesome. The event is open to the public by RSVPing to RSVP@TheFryeCompany.com.

MORE INFORMATION:

The Frye Company Atlanta Site