The Festive Food and Drink Holiday Happenings in L.A. for 2025

Though you can expect sunny skies and warm temperatures throughout most of December, Los Angeles makes up for its lack of traditional coziness with festive culinary happenings all across the city. Food is one of the most nostalgic parts of the holidays, and what better way to celebrate the season than with themed eats and drinks?

Toward the end of November, several of the city’s most beloved hotels, restaurants and bars set the scene with adorned Christmas trees, shimmering lights and candy canes galore. In addition to decking the halls, many of these establishments host seasonal specials and festive food experiences that you can only enjoy during the most wonderful time of the year.

This year, the Fairmont Century Plaza is bringing back its annual Swiss chalet extravaganza, and Sandbourne Santa Monica is launching its own rendition of the signature alpine-inspired dinner. Five-star hotels like the Maybourne and Hotel Bel-Air are hosting holly jolly high teas, but if you prefer a more kitschy setting with killer drinks, head to Hollywood for Frosty’s Christmas Bar pop-up. From karaage, caviar and Champagne at Uchi to a swanky holiday speakeasy at the Four Seasons, these are the most festive food and drink happenings in Los Angeles.