If you’re already reaching your limit with turkey, roast potatoes and pigs in blankets, Banana Tree has another suggestion for this year’s Christmas celebrations. The Southeast Asian restaurant group is swapping the traditional festive spread for aromatic curries, wok-tossed noodles, seasonal cocktails and a celebration menu that starts at £23.95 per person.
Running from 10 November 2026 to 6 January 2027, the new festive offering brings together two limited-edition golden specials, three seasonal drinks and a dedicated set menu for anyone planning a Christmas catch-up, family meal or office party.
Two new golden specials
Leading the seasonal line-up are two limited-edition mains. First up is the Sriracha Coconut Seabass, pairing grilled seabass with aromatic rice infused with lemongrass, ginger, turmeric and cranberry. It’s finished with a drizzle of coconut and Sriracha sauce, alongside blistered dragon peppers.
Alternatively, the Korean Crispy Chicken Noodles combines wok-tossed noodles, crunchy vegetables and fresh herbs, topped with crispy chicken bites coated in Korean BBQ katsu sauce and sesame seeds. Prawn crackers come on the side with most of the dishes (including the deeply aromatic and rich green prawn curry we had when we visited).
Festive cocktails get a tropical twist
The drinks menu gets a seasonal makeover, too. The Chai Colada combines Havana Club Especial rum with fragrant chai, vanilla, coconut, pineapple and lime, while the Espresso Martini mixes rum, Kahlúa, cold brew coffee and condensed milk, finished with a dash of cinnamon (for those who can overlook the extra calories). There’s also a Virgin Chai Colada for those skipping the alcohol, blending chai, vanilla, coconut, pineapple and lime.
The Christmas Celebration Menu
If you’re planning a festive meal with colleagues or friends ahead, Banana Tree’s Celebration Menu offers two courses for £23.95 or three for £27.95 per person, with a drink included on arrival.
Guests can choose from five starters, including Korean BBQ Wings, Mekong Prawns, Vietnamese Spring Rolls and Sweetcorn Fritter Balls, before moving on to mains such as Katsu Curry (with chicken or vegan options), Legendary Beef Rendang, Thai Green Curry and Grilled Spiced Chicken. There’s also Teriyaki Duck Soba Noodles for a £3 supplement.
Dessert options include Mango Rice Pudding, topped with coconut ice cream, alongside mango or raspberry sorbet and vanilla ice cream. The arrival drink is a choice of Asahi 0.0%, Tiger Beer, a glass of Prosecco, Mojito or Lychee & Lime Cooler.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available, with the menu offered across all Banana Tree locations. While it’s particularly suited to larger celebrations, the restaurant also welcomes smaller groups.
How to book
Christmas bookings are open now, with weekends and the days leading up to Christmas expected to fill up first. Banana Tree’s Soho restaurant will also open on Christmas Day, operating on a walk-in basis only.
The festive menu will be available from 10 November 2026 until 6 January 2027.
Find your nearest restaurant and book through the Banana Tree website.
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