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Vegetarian & Vegan Christmas Dinner in Leicester & Leamington Spa

Herb's Christmas 2026 menu is a three-course vegetarian set menu at £33.95 per person, served at both Leicester and Leamington Spa: a choice of three starters, a pre-plated Kerala thali and coconut pudding, with Christmas crackers included. A £5 per person deposit secures your booking, and vegan, nut-free and gluten-free options are available.

Last updated 21 October 2026.

The Christmas set menu

Christmas at Herb brings the Kerala vegetarian cooking we serve all year to a festive three-course menu. It is a different kind of Christmas dinner from turkey and trimmings, and an easy one for groups with mixed dietary needs, because the whole menu is vegetarian to start with.

Starter – choose one

  • Herbal Kappa – tender cassava tossed with fresh herbs, curry leaves and chillies, then gently stir-fried for a fragrant, spicy finish.
  • Herbed Kanthari Paneer – soft paneer stir-fried with Bird’s Eye chilli, onions and aromatic spices.
  • Crispy Okra Fry – fresh okra lightly coated with Kerala spices and fried until perfectly crisp.

Main – a pre-plated thali

  • Royal Paneer Mappas – soft paneer gently simmered in a silky, mildly spiced Kerala gravy.
  • Malabar Vegetable Ishtu – seasonal vegetables gently cooked in a fragrant, delicately spiced stew.
  • Mushroom Pepper Ularthiyathu – fresh mushrooms roasted with crushed black pepper, shallots and curry leaves.
  • Sweet Potato & Green Peas Curry – slow-cooked in a lightly spiced Kerala-style gravy.
  • Beetroot Curry – a festive medley of seasonal beetroot in a fragrant, mildly spiced Kerala sauce.
  • Spinach Thoran – fresh spinach stir-fried with mustard seeds, curry leaves and aromatic spices.

Served with herb rice, mini kallappam, Kerala paratha and pickle.

Sweet finale

  • Coconut pudding with strawberry ice cream – a refreshing tender coconut pudding delicately flavoured with saffron and cardamom.

£33.95 per person

Three courses with complimentary Christmas crackers at the table. Vegan, nut-free and gluten-free options are available: please tell us about any dietary requirements or allergies in advance.

Booking terms: a £5 deposit per person is required. A discretionary 10% service charge applies to groups of 5 or more. All prices include 20% VAT.

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Herb Restaurant Leicester entrance, 96 Granby Street

Christmas at Herb Leicester

96 Granby Street, Leicester LE1 1DJ, about 5 minutes’ walk from the railway station. 0116 233 2715

Leicester Christmas details
Herb Restaurant Leamington Spa, Clarendon Avenue

Christmas at Herb Leamington Spa

5-6 York House, Clarendon Avenue, Leamington Spa CV32 5PP. 01926 771460

Leamington Spa Christmas details

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Christmas at Herb: questions

How much is Christmas dinner at Herb?

The Christmas set menu is £33.95 per person for three courses: a choice of starter, a pre-plated Kerala thali and a coconut pudding with strawberry ice cream. Complimentary Christmas crackers are included. All prices include 20% VAT.

Is the Christmas menu vegetarian and vegan?

The whole menu is vegetarian. Vegan, nut-free and gluten-free options are available: please tell us about any dietary requirements or allergies in advance so the team can advise and accommodate you.

Do I have to pay a deposit?

Yes. A £5 deposit per person is required to book. A discretionary 10% service charge applies to groups of 5 or more.

Is the Christmas menu available at both restaurants?

Yes. It is served at Herb Leicester and Herb Leamington Spa.

What starters can I choose from?

Choose one: Herbal Kappa (cassava tossed with herbs, curry leaves and chillies), Herbed Kanthari Paneer (paneer stir-fried with Bird's Eye chilli and onions) or Crispy Okra Fry (okra lightly coated in Kerala spices and fried until crisp).

What is in the pre-plated thali?

Royal Paneer Mappas, Malabar Vegetable Ishtu, Mushroom Pepper Ularthiyathu, Sweet Potato & Green Peas Curry, Beetroot Curry and Spinach Thoran, served with herb rice, mini kallappam, Kerala paratha and pickle.

Can I book a Christmas party for a large group or office?

Yes. See party menu and private dining for group sizes and enquiries, or call the restaurant you would like to book.

How do I book Christmas at Herb?

Use the booking form on this page, email info@herbrestaurant.co.uk, or call 0116 233 2715 (Leicester) or 01926 771460 (Leamington Spa) to check availability and confirm your deposit.

Can I download the Christmas menu?

Yes: download the Christmas menu 2026 (PDF).

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