2026 Christmas Dinner Buffet Menu

Celebrate Christmas West Coast style

Take the stress out of Christmas and let us take care of the menu. Located in Franz Josef Glacier township, Canavans Restaurant at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier has a gourmet Christmas buffet dinner offering for you and your family!

Christmas Day Dinner Buffet

6 pm – 9 pm
$135 Adult, $60 Child (Under 12 years)

Enjoy a festive all-you-can-eat buffet featuring fresh seafood, roast turkey, glazed ham, seasonal favourites, and indulgent desserts.

Spots are limited, so reserve your table today! Make a reservation on 03 752 0729 or email [email protected]

Canavans Restaurant (Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier)
36 Main Road
Franz Josef Glacier

Off-street parking is available

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Canavans Christmas Buffet Menu 6pm – 8:30pm

Starters

Soup
Assorted Breads

Seafood

Tuna
Oysters
Calamari

Salads

Country potato salad
Seasonal green salad
Apple, celery and walnut salad
Shrimp cocktail

Cold Selection

Antipasto platter
Selection of cheese with crackers

Vegetables

Seasonal roasted root vegetables
Roasted onions and green peas
Cauliflower with cheese sauce

Carvery

Glazed champagne ham
Roasted minted lamb leg
Roast turkey stuffed with cranberry and apple
Moroccan-spiced roast beef

Mains

Steamed mussels with white wine, lemon, and capers
Salmon marinated with dill and lemon
Vegetarian penne in a creamy arrabbiata sauce
Butter chicken with cumin rice

Sauces & Accompaniments

Horseradish cream
Mango and pineapple compote
Mustard
Mint jelly
Gravy
Cranberry sauce
Apple and caramelised ginger yoghurt

Desserts

Christmas pudding with brandy caramel sauce
Pavlova decorated with passionfruit and kiwifruit
White chocolate and pistachio sponge cake
Lemon roulade
A selection of hot beverages

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Canavans Restaurant & Moa Bar is located within Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier main reception building. Parking is available within the property or on the surrounding streets. Locals and visitors to Franz Josef are welcome to dine at the restaurant – avoid disappointment by making a booking in advance.