Christmas Eve Dinner in Buenos Aires | Christmas Dinner with Drinks and Toast

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Celebrate Christmas Eve in Buenos Aires with a gourmet dinner, Catena Zapata wines, and a Christmas toast

Celebrate Christmas Eve in Buenos Aires with a special Christmas dinner, combining a varied gastronomic proposal with wines from Bodega Catena Zapata, beer, non-alcoholic drinks and a midnight toast.

During the evening, you'll enjoy a selection of appetizers, main courses, and desserts, with options including meat, fish, seafood, and pasta. The experience also includes a welcome drink, unlimited beverages during dinner, and a final toast with sparkling wine and sweets.

The best part of the dinner:
🍷 DV Catena wines from Bodega Catena Zapata included.
🍺 Stella Artois beer for free consumption.
🥂 Reception glass and final toast with DV Catena Nature.
🦐 Wide variety of starters with seafood, fish and vegetarian options.
🥩 Different alternatives of meats, fish and pasta as a main course.
🍰 Dessert selection.
☕ Coffee or tea included.
💧 Free-flowing water and soft drinks.
6 hours
Every day
8:30 p.m. at Av. Alicia Moreau de Justo 1082
02:00 a.m. at Av. Alicia Moreau de Justo 1082

About this tour

The Christmas Eve Dinner offers a gastronomic evening designed to celebrate Christmas with a wide variety of flavors and included beverages. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with a drink to start the evening, and during dinner, you can choose from different options of appetizers, main courses, and desserts.

The gastronomic proposal includes alternatives of fish, seafood, meats, pastas and vegetarian options , accompanied by wines from Bodega Catena Zapata, Stella Artois beer, water and soft drinks.

The celebration continues until midnight, when the Christmas toast is made with DV Catena Nature and sweets , before the experience ends at approximately 2:00 a.m.

What's included

  • Christmas Eve dinner. Welcome drink. DV Catena Cabernet Malbec and DV Catena Chardonnay wines from Bodega Catena Zapata. Unlimited Stella Artois beer. Unlimited water and soft drinks. Coffee or tea. Table service. Final toast with DV Catena Nature. Sweets for the toast.

Not included

  • Transfers to/from the restaurant. Consumption or services not specified in the program. Gratuities.

Starters: Fried calamari. Puerto Cristal salad with king crab, prawns, mushrooms, arugula, and strawberry vinaigrette. Provolone cheese with oregano and extra virgin olive oil. Smoked salmon with capers, red onion, and cilantro aioli. Burrata with Serrano ham, arugula, sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, balsamic reduction, and black olive powder. Main Courses: Coastal trout stuffed with mussels, cream cheese, and leeks, served with a roasted vegetable timbale. Sole in a leek, shrimp, and mushroom cream sauce with a four-cheese cauliflower pudding. Pollock Blanch with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, capers, spring onions, and mushrooms, served with squid ink rice, vegetables, and provolone cheese. Pink salmon medallion stuffed with spinach, shallot, olives, and lemon, served with squid ink linguine with vegetables and prawns. Grilled ribeye steak. Ligurian sirloin with a spring onion reduction, dried mushrooms, and pancetta, accompanied by croquettes, stuffed mushrooms, and spinach fritters. Pork churrasco with Spanish potatoes. Grilled Patagonian lamb with Spanish potatoes. Creamed spinach gnocchi soufflé, au gratin with Parmesan cheese. Green lasagna with spinach, ham, mozzarella, Bolognese sauce, spinach, and ricotta, with white sauce, tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Sorrentinos au gratin with almond cream. Duo of green and white fettuccine with seafood sauce. Fettuccine with tomato concassé or cream sauce. Porto ravioli filled with poultry, cooked ham, and spinach, with spring onion, mushroom, Bolognese, and cream sauce. Desserts: Mixed ice cream. Madrid-style custard. Warm brownie with ice cream. Tiramisu. Lemon champagne ice cream.

Frequently asked questions

The Christmas excursion to Puerto Cristal offers a special gastronomic experience to celebrate Christmas Eve in Buenos Aires. The package typically includes a multi-course festive dinner, a Christmas menu, and select beverages at a restaurant with a prime riverside location. It's an ideal option for tourists who want to enjoy a unique evening without the hassle of making a reservation during the holidays. Included services may vary depending on the date and package selected, so it's recommended to check the updated menu, beverage options, and any additional services before confirming your reservation.

Christmas dinner takes place at Puerto Cristal, a renowned restaurant located in Puerto Madero, one of Buenos Aires' most prominent tourist districts. The area is known for its restaurants, pedestrian walkways, and river views, and is easily accessible from various points in the city. Depending on the option chosen, transportation may or may not be included in the tour. Before booking, it is important to verify the exact address, meeting point, times, and whether hotel pick-up and drop-off are provided.

The menu for this Christmas dinner is specially designed for Christmas Eve and typically includes several courses, with appetizers, a main course, and dessert. The offerings may combine traditional Christmas flavors with international or Argentinian specialties, accompanied by beverages according to the package selected. As the dishes and available options may change seasonally, it is advisable to check the current menu at the time of booking. Passengers with allergies, dietary restrictions, or vegetarian preferences should also inform the restaurant in advance to confirm if alternative options are available.

Yes, this dining experience can be a great option for families, couples, and travelers who want to celebrate Christmas in an elegant Buenos Aires setting. The dinner allows you to share a special evening without having to cook or search for an available restaurant during peak tourist season. If you're traveling with children, it's advisable to check beforehand about children's rates, the availability of children's menus, and reservation conditions. It's also a good idea to inform them of any special needs, such as high chairs or dietary requirements, so the establishment can prepare the experience accordingly.

Christmas dinner reservations at Puerto Cristal are made online through the tour platform by selecting an available date and providing the requested passenger information. Due to limited availability and high demand, advance booking is recommended, especially during peak season in Buenos Aires. Cancellation and modification policies, check-in times, and payment methods may vary depending on availability and the supplier's terms and conditions. Before confirming your purchase, please carefully review the current terms and conditions and the information included on your confirmation.
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5.0

Cena navideña junto al río, historias porteñas y brindis memorables

Fuimos con mi hija adolescente a celebrar nuestro aniversario y la cena en Puerto Cristal fue un planazo. El guía, Martín, sabía muchísimo del restaurante y de Puerto Madero: nos contó que el mural del salón se inspiró en antiguas grúas del puerto y recomendó el ojo de bife sin dudar. El grupo fue chico, relajado y enseguida terminamos brindando con una pareja de Córdoba. Música suave, luces sobre el río y postre de chocolate: noche deliciosa, divertida y cero acartonada.

Mariana López
5.0

Christmas dinner, river views, live music, and surprisingly good value for a honeymoon night

We booked this Christmas dinner as a honeymoon splurge and somehow got more than a meal: welcome drinks, a little Buenos Aires sightseeing loop, live music, and a beautifully paced dinner aboard Puerto Cristal. The river views after sunset were gorgeous, and the staff even surprised us with a tiny alfajor plate after dessert. Food was varied enough for both adventurous eaters and picky spouses; my husband went back for the pumpkin ravioli. For the price, the open bar and entertainment made it feel like excellent value, not a tourist trap.

Emily and Jack Turner
5.0

Natal sobre o rio: atendimento cuidadoso e descobertas especiais no Puerto Cristal

Reservei o jantar de Natal no Puerto Cristal para mim e minha filha adolescente, e a equipe da Tangol foi muito atenciosa desde o primeiro contato: responderam em português, confirmaram o horário do embarque e esclareceram até a opção vegetariana. No passeio, nosso guia Martín conhecia cada detalhe do lugar; explicou que o salão envidraçado foi projetado para aproveitar a vista do rio e indicou o melhor ponto para fotografar a Ponte da Mulher. O serviço foi organizado, a ceia saborosa e minha filha adorou a música ao vivo.

Mariana Alves
5.0

Weihnachtsessen, Hafenwissen und viel Lachen im argentinischen Sommer

Unser Weihnachtsessen im Puerto Cristal war der herrlich schräge Höhepunkt unserer Sommer-Flitterwochen. Obwohl draußen 28 Grad waren, kam sofort festliche Stimmung auf. Guide Martín erklärte nicht nur die Gerichte, sondern auch, warum Puerto Cristal an diesem Abend besonders beliebt ist, und zeigte uns eine alte Leuchtturm-Skizze im Eingangsbereich. Seine Hafengeschichten waren kurz, witzig und erstaunlich kenntnisreich. In unserer kleinen Gruppe wurde schnell gelacht; ein Paar aus Köln tauschte mit uns Tipps für Mendoza. Der Service blieb entspannt, die gegrillten Meeresfrüchte waren fantastisch. Wir hätten gern noch länger zusammengesessen!

Leonie und Jonas Weber
5.0

De la réservation aux lumières du Río, un réveillon élégant avec une touche de sauvetage héroïque

Après une année de boulot non-stop, ce dîner de Noël à Puerto Cristal m’a fait un bien fou. La réservation fut hyper fluide : Tangol répond vite et m’a confirmé une table côté baie. Les lumières de Puerto Madero dansaient sur le Río de la Plata, pendant qu’un serveur sauvait élégamment mon verre renversé. Soirée chic, zéro stress.

Camille Moreau
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