Skip the cooking and let someone else handle the dishes. Several Poconos resorts and restaurants are serving Christmas Day buffets with all the holiday classics.

Reservations are required at all locations—call ahead, as these tend to fill up fast.

Monroe County

Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort

A traditional holiday buffet served in the historic Main Inn, featuring seasonal favorites and chef-inspired dishes.

• When: Thursday, Dec. 25, 12-4 p.m.
• Where: 100 Shawnee Inn Dr., Shawnee on Delaware
• Cost: Adults $59, Seniors (65+) $55, Youth (12-17) $52, Children (2-11) $3 × age
• Reservations: (570) 424-4000
• Info: shawneeinn.com

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

The mega-resort’s Christmas buffet in the Kilimanjaro Ballroom features hand-carved duck, ham, and prime rib, plus lobster mac and cheese, candied yams, and a full dessert station. Soft drinks, juice, coffee, and tea included; full bar available.

• When: Thursday, Dec. 25 (confirm time when booking)
• Where: 250 Kalahari Blvd., Pocono Manor
• Cost: Approximately $55-80 adults, $18-30 children (confirm pricing when booking)
• Note: May be limited to resort guests; call to confirm availability
• Reservations: kalahariresorts.com/pennsylvania
• Info: (877) 525-2427

Pike County

Skytop Lodge

An elegant Christmas buffet in the Windsor Dining Room with live entertainment. Menu includes carved meats, salads with winter greens, holiday sides, and a dessert spread. Dinner service with à la carte specials available 6-9 p.m.; Lakeview Bar open 4-9 p.m.

• When: Thursday, Dec. 25, 12-4 p.m.
• Where: 1 Skytop Lodge Rd., Skytop
• Cost: Adults $72, Children $32.50 (plus tax and gratuity)
• Reservations: (855) 345-7759
• Info: skytop.com

Planning Ahead

All three locations also offer New Year’s Eve buffets for those looking to ring in 2026 without lifting a spatula. Shawnee’s runs 5-9 p.m. on Dec. 31 ($65 adults), and Kalahari hosts a grand buffet with access to their family-friendly celebration.