Buon Natale · 2026

Christmas Lunch Menu

Christmas dining reservations are now open. On the 25th of December our doors are open from 12pm to 9:30pm for festive Italian fare with your loved ones.

Christmas Day Friday, 25 December
Lunch & Dinner 12:00pm – 9:30pm
Festive Menu $125.00 per person
La Mensa

Christmas Day

Friday 25 December 2026

Complimentary Welcome Drink

Italian Sparkling Wine

Enjoy a glass of Italian sparkling wine upon your arrival

Appetizers

Choose one

Bruschetta al PomodoroV

Grilled rustic bread topped with diced vine-ripened tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and a splash of extra virgin olive oil

or

Insalata di Mare

Seafood salad of tender calamari, shrimp and mussels marinated in lemon, olive oil, garlic and fresh parsley

Main Courses

Choose one

Roast Turkey & Ham

Succulent roast turkey and glazed ham with roasted vegetables and rich cranberry sauce

or

Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce

Oven-baked salmon fillet with a creamy dill sauce and a fennel and orange salad

or

Mushroom & Spinach RisottoV

Creamy Arborio rice with sautéed mushrooms and fresh spinach, finished with parmesan and a hint of white wine

Dessert

Choose one

Tiramisu

Coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone and dusted with cocoa

or

Limoncello

A chilled shot of sweet and tangy lemon liqueur from Southern Italy

$125.00 per person

Choose one dish from each course. Spots fill up swiftly on Christmas Day, so we encourage early reservations.

A festive group dinner at La Mensa
Festive Gatherings

Celebrate Christmas with Family & Friends

Given the special nature of the day, spots tend to fill up swiftly. We encourage early reservations so you can enjoy our festive offerings without a hitch.

Planning an office Christmas party or an end-of-year celebration? Our team can look after groups of every size throughout the festive season.

Reservations

Reserve Your Christmas Table

Join us on Friday 25 December for a festive Italian feast. Book online or call us on (03) 6224 4848.