Christmas celebrations at Corner Grill House can be tailored to the occasion, whether you’re gathering friends and family for a festive meal or organising a Christmas party with colleagues. Set on King Street overlooking the River Ouse, the restaurant combines a picturesque riverside location with easy access to York city centre. Groups can dine together within the restaurant or hire the entire space exclusively, with options ranging from a relaxed festive lunch to dinner with cocktails.
The restaurant feels particularly inviting during the winter months. Warm wood panelling, olive-green leather seating and candlelit tables are complemented by ambient lighting and greenery sweeping across the ceiling. Twinkling festive lights add a little Christmas sparkle, while the illuminated wine display makes a striking focal point.
There are dedicated festive menus for both lunch and dinner. Lunch can be a two- or three-course affair, with starters such as pigs in blankets, mackerel pate or baked goat’s cheese with red onion marmalade and roasted pistachios. Mains range from stone bass with sauteed samphire and garlic butter to pulled ox cheek and wild mushroom fricassee. Homemade puddings might include lemon curd tart, apple and cinnamon crumble with vanilla custard or sticky toffee pudding.
The evening menu introduces richer seasonal choices, including onion soup and Scottish smoked salmon terrine to start, followed by dishes such as venison haunch steak or lamb rump. Creme brulee joins the selection of homemade desserts.
Wines can be ordered by the glass or paired with your meal, while festive cocktails, beers, ciders, spirits and soft drinks provide further options. Dedicated staff can help organise the occasion, and children are welcome for family Christmas celebrations too.