Ritz-Carlton Berlin will host a series of exclusive culinary events from mid-December 2025 through New Year’s Day, offering guests festive dining experiences in a setting inspired by the glamour of the 1920s.
End-of-Year Festivities at Ritz-Carlton Berlin: A Calendar of Culinary Events
Overview of Festive Dining Events
The hotel’s restaurants, The Lounge and POTS, will feature special menus and events. The following table provides a chronological summary of the key offerings.
| Event / Offering | Dates Available (2025) | Location | Price (per person) | Core Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Taste of Christmas – Afternoon Tea | Daily until Dec 30 | The Lounge | €65 | Festive afternoon tea with sweet and savory delicacies, paired with JING tea selections. |
| Goose Menu at POTS | Until Dec 23, plus Dec 25 & 26 | POTS Restaurant | €85 (4-course) | A four-course menu featuring Brandenburg goose as its centerpiece. |
| Christmas Eve Dinner | December 24 | POTS Restaurant | €269 (5-course with wine) | A five-course festive dinner menu served on Christmas Eve. |
| Champagne Brunch | Advent Sundays, Dec 25 & 26 | POTS Restaurant | €250 | An extensive brunch buffet with luxury items and free-flow Louis Roederer champagne. |
| New Year’s Eve Gala Party | December 31 | Hotel-wide | €299 | A multi-floor party with live entertainment, gourmet stations, and free-flow champagne. |
| New Year’s Eve Dinner at POTS | December 31 | POTS Restaurant | €429 (6-course) | An exclusive six-course gourmet dinner. Access to the Gala Party can be added. |
| New Year’s Eve at The Curtain Club & Lounge | December 31 | Curtain Club & Lounge | €399 | A sophisticated evening with live music, a set menu, and champagne. |
Detailed Event Information
Festive Afternoon Tea and Seasonal Menus
From December 1st until the 30th, The Lounge will serve “A Taste of Christmas” Afternoon Tea daily between 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM. Priced at €65 per person, it includes a selection of festive pastries and savories with JING tea. A glass of Nyetimber Classic Cuvée Sparkling Wine is available for an additional €14.
The POTS restaurant will feature a dedicated Goose Menu until December 23rd and again on the 25th and 26th. The four-course menu for €85 includes anise-marinated salmon, truffled semolina dumplings, Brandenburg goose with traditional sides, and a dessert of pineapple, carrot, and white chocolate. A wine pairing is offered for €65. For those celebrating at home, the hotel offers a “Goose to Go” package for four people at €369, including delivery within Berlin for an extra €50.
Christmas and New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Christmas Eve at POTS features a five-course dinner for €269 per person, inclusive of wine pairing, beginning at 6:30 PM.
For New Year’s Eve, the hotel provides multiple options. The main New Year’s Eve Gala Party offers access to entertainment across several floors, gourmet food stations, and free-flow Louis Roederer champagne from 9:30 PM until the early morning for €299.
Guests seeking a more intimate dinner can book the six-course New Year’s Eve Dinner at POTS for €429, served from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Access to the subsequent Gala Party can be added for €180. Alternatively, The Curtain Club & The Lounge offers a glamorous evening starting at 7:30 PM with a set gourmet menu, live music, and champagne for €399.
Additional Hotel Offers
Beyond dining, the hotel promotes a “Sweet Suite Christmas” package, providing a festively decorated suite with amenities for a luxury staycation. Special overnight packages are also available for New Year’s Eve, combining gala access with accommodation, breakfast, and late check-out.
Practical Information for Guests
- Reservations and Bookings: Advance reservations are essential for all events. Bookings can be made via the hotel’s official website or by direct contact.
- Location: Ritz-Carlton is located at Potsdamer Platz 3, 10785 Berlin opposite Sony Center
- Dress Code: A smart elegant dress code is recommended for all events, particularly for New Year’s Eve celebrations.
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