Herb, at 96 Granby Street in Leicester city centre, serves a three-course vegetarian Christmas set menu at £33.95 per person, with crackers included and vegan, nut-free and gluten-free options on request. A £5 deposit per person secures a group booking. It is about 5 minutes’ walk from Leicester railway station.
Why a vegetarian Christmas party works for a mixed group
The hardest part of a Christmas party is usually the menu: one guest is vegan, another is gluten free, a third is not sure about spicy food. At Herb the whole kitchen is vegetarian, so nobody is steered to a single “veggie option”, and the Christmas menu is the same for everyone. It is also a change from the usual turkey dinner, which many groups welcome.
What the Christmas party menu includes
- Starter, choose one: Herbal Kappa (cassava with herbs, curry leaves and chillies), Herbed Kanthari Paneer or Crispy Okra Fry.
- Main, a pre-plated thali: Royal Paneer Mappas, Malabar Vegetable Ishtu, Mushroom Pepper Ularthiyathu, Sweet Potato & Green Peas Curry, Beetroot Curry and Spinach Thoran, with herb rice, mini kallappam, Kerala paratha and pickle.
- Sweet finale: coconut pudding with strawberry ice cream.
- Crackers are included at the table.
See every dish on Christmas at Herb 2026.
Booking a Leicester Christmas party for a group
- Pick your date and numbers and check availability with the restaurant: 0116 233 2715, or use the booking form on Christmas at Herb Leicester.
- Pay the deposit: £5 per person is required to book.
- Send dietary needs in advance so the kitchen can advise and accommodate you.
- Remember the service charge: a discretionary 10% applies to groups of 5 or more, and prices include 20% VAT.
Getting there
Most groups arrive on foot or by train. By car, the nearest car park is Dover Street car park, with an NCP on East Street; High Cross and Mansfield Street car parks are each about 11 minutes’ walk. Leicester city centre is busy on Christmas party nights, so allow extra time. See parking near Herb Leicester.
Not Christmas dinner? Other group options
For a party outside the Christmas menu, see the party menus from £25.95 per head, or read the Christmas party planning checklist.
FAQ
How much is a Christmas party meal at Herb Leicester?
The Christmas set menu is £33.95 per person for three courses, with crackers included. A £5 deposit per person is required, and a discretionary 10% service charge applies to groups of 5 or more.
Is the Christmas menu suitable for vegans and mixed groups?
The whole menu is vegetarian, and vegan, nut-free and gluten-free options are available if you tell the team in advance, so a mixed group can share one menu.
How do I book a Christmas party at Herb Leicester?
Use the booking form on the Christmas at Herb Leicester page, or call 0116 233 2715 to check availability and confirm your deposit.
Where is Herb Leicester?
96 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DJ, about 5 minutes' walk from Leicester railway station.
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