Festive season is here and what better way to make merry than to have a nice meal and a few drinks at some of the most happening places in town? Several restaurants, bars, and cafes across Kolkata have come with Christmas and New Year special menus and we’re totally digging in! Hit up these places if you want to try them too.
Hit Up These Places For Delicious Christmas And New Year Treats
Monkey Bar
Monkey Bar brings to you ‘Monkey’s Tipsy Christmas’ to get you into the holiday spirit. Enjoy a night of carols and performances by local bands, dance your heart out at the Ugly Sweater Party, and have fun at a boozy Christmas Drunch at noon while sipping on heady cocktails from their Christmas menu. They’ve also got a neon party happening on Christmas eve. So, why wait? Gather your gang and head to Monkey Bar now!
When: December 15 to December 31
Kebab-e-Que, The Astor Hotel
This one at The Astor Hotel has whipped up a lavish menu for the Yuletide season including a cold buffet, appetizers, grilled food items, mains, and dessert. Gorge on lip-smacking dishes while listening to Christmas carols by live bands. A few recommended dishes include Buffalo Mozzarella Caprese, Bhutte aur Hara Matar ki Shami, Chicken Kasturi Kebab, Shorshe Maach, and Beresta Pulao. You cannot miss the Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie and the Traditional Roast Turkey served with cranberry sauce and red wine. For dessert, there's Christmas Gateaux, Plum Pudding with Brandy Sauce, and the Yuletide Log.
When: December 24 to December 25
The Flaming Bowl
This is for all the vegetarians out there! The Flaming Bowl is known for its wide selection of Pan-Asian dishes and their Christmas and New Year special menu celebrates just that. The menu includes heartwarming dishes like Wonton Desire, Green Grilled Potato & Cottage Cheese, Spicy Sesame Vegetables, Miso Ramen Bowl, Hot Mongo Rice, Dragon Noodles, Shroomy Noodles, Truffle Edamame Dim Sum, Chilly Potato Bao, and Winter Delight. They’ve also got a special drink called Thai Galangal Herbal Tea that you must try.
When: December 21 to January 2
Club Aeries
Head to this rooftop club for their Christmas and New Year fiesta that includes mouthwatering barbeques, sizzlers, and cocktails along with a kickass playlist that is sure to get you into the holiday mood. Gorge on delicious dishes like Jamaican Jerk Grilled Plant Slider, Roasted Sindhi Arbi Tuk, Oriental Sizzler, Vegetable Steak Sizzler, and Fried Ice Cream with Oriental Darshan for dessert.
When: December 20 to January 5
Trincas
Head to this iconic place for their festive special breakfast buffet that has all you need to warm your heart. Drizzle some nutella on your chocolate chip pancakes or try a new way to make eggs, it’s up to you. Get your sandwiches made the way you like it at their live station while sipping on a hot cup of cappuccino or strawberry tea. They’ve also got stollen and gingerbread cake. Some must-try dishes include Omelettes with Smoked Bandel Cheese, Fresh Cinnamon Waffles, Spinach-Feta Stars, and Cranberry-White Chocolate Sourdough. Don’t miss out on the Peanut Butter Coffee. Trincas also has a handmade Gingerbread House in the shape of the place. So, go get your selfies as well.
When: Until January 5, 2023, from 8 am to 12 noon
Boho - The Sky Cafe
This one has curated an extensive menu comprising salads, appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, and a wide selection of mocktails and shakes. Gorge on Buffalo Wings, Chicken Quesadillas, Panko Pescado, and Ham Croquettes. Choose from a variety of burgers like the Grilled Chicken or the Smoked Bacon burgers while sipping on a Green Highland or a Kitkat Fantasy Shake.
When: Until 31st December
Noodle Oodle
The slight nip in the air often makes us crave for a hot bowl of soup and some delicious Chinese food. Well, Noodle Oodle to the rescue. Grab a bowl of Hot and Sour or Tom Yum soup along with starters like Drums of Heaven, Lat Ma Kai, Tai Chicken, Chilli Prawns, and more. They’ve also got a wide selection of rice and noodles along with sides like Asian Vegetables in Choice of Sauce, the good ol’ Chilli Chicken, Butter Garlic Prawns, Black Pepper Lamb, and much more.
When: Until 31st December
Sky Yard Cafe
Feast on delicious winter delicacies to get you into the holiday spirit at Sky Yard Cafe this festive season. The menu includes a nice selection of soup (Broccoli Cream, Hot & Sour, and Oven Roasted Tomato & Red Pepper), kebabs, sizzlers, steaks, and more. They’ve also got beverages like Kashmiri Kahwa and Hot Chocolate (seriously, what more do you need during winter?!), among other options.
When: Until 5th January 2023
Serenity Cafe de Bistro
Enjoy a scrumptious feast of baked goodies and delicious food right here at Serenity Cafe de Bistro. The menu includes baked delights as well as mouth watering sizzlers, pasta, pizza, and Chinese dishes that are sure to add a lot of warmth to this chilly weather. Enjoy dishes like Veg Au Gratin, Lasagna Al Forno Di Roma, Baked Bhetki with Spinach Sauce, Creamy Broccoli Casserole, Assorted Veg Sizzler, English Sizzler, Mexican Sizzler, Italian Sizzler, Milanosa Pizza and much more.
When: Until 5th January 2023 from 11 AM to 10 PM
