The Perch at The Peacock Inn
Celebrate. Give Joy. Savor the Moment.
Friday, December 25 10 am – 7 pm
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year surrounded by family and friends at The Perch at The Peacock Inn, where timeless elegance, gracious service, and the festive flavors of the season come together in a spirit of tradition, joy, and togetherness.
This Christmas, savor a thoughtfully crafted holiday celebration filled with festive flavors and seasonal favorites. From beloved winter classics to refined chef-crafted specialties and decadent desserts, every course is designed to delight and bring excitement to guests of all ages.
Executive Chef Douglas Gough and Executive Pastry Chefs Van French and Kir Rodriguez have created a special four-course menu featuring refined flavors and distinctive culinary touches inspired by the magic and wonder of the season.
Christmas Day 2026 at The Perch at The Peacock Inn
The Menu
Appetizers
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Chestnut Soup
pear chutney, sage
14 -
Winter Harvest Salad
baby kale, frisée, pomegranate, apples, Pecorino Toscano, mustard vinaigrette
18 -
Foie Gras Torchon
quince purée, cornichon, brioche toast points 21
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Octopus Terrine
preserved lemon relish
22 -
Caesar Salad
romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, garlic bread crumbs, classic Caesar dressing
16 -
Baked Oysters Bienville
topped with a creamy white wine sauce with Tasso ham
18 -
House-Made All-Natural Granola
fresh berries, local Greek yogurt
16
Brunch Selections
(until 2 pm)
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Avocado Toast with Two Poached Eggs
pickled vegetables, smoked almonds, black sea salt
24 -
Christmas Morning French Toast
fresh challah, cranberry-apple chutney, pecans
19 -
Lobster Eggs Benedict
creamed spinach, hollandaise, English muffin, breakfast potatoes 28
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Western Omelet
served with breakfast potatoes and a choice of sausage or bacon 24
Holiday Entrées
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Roast Prime Rib
roasted chestnuts, sweet potato purée, horseradish crème, Brussel sprouts
42 -
Grilled Filet Mignon
bacon-wrapped haricot verts, truffled potato pavé, bordelaise
48 -
Rack of Lamb
herb and Dijon crust, rosemary jus, pommes fondant 49
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Seared Barnegat Scallops
white bean purée, grilled oyster mushrooms, bacon jam
46 -
Chicken Ballotine
chestnut and sage stuffing, cranberry jus, roasted root vegetables 38
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Wild Mushroom Risotto
black truffle, crispy leeks
28 -
Pan-Seared Salmon
roasted fingerling potatoes, sautéed broccolini, lemon-dill beurre blanc
39
Desserts
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Bûche de Noël
Chocolate Raspberry – chocolate sponge cake, dark chocolate mousse, raspberry buttercream 14
Chocolate Truffle – chocolate sponge cake, dark chocolate mousse 14
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Caramel & Vanilla Panna Cotta
seasonal berries, vanilla meringue crisp
14 -
Black Forest Cake
cherry liqueur-soaked chocolate sponge, morello cherries, vanilla whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings 14
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Joyeux de Noel House-made Gelatos
Eggnog - Vanilla Bean - Chocolate
with bourbon pecan cookies 14
- Gluten Free
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Tree Nut
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Christmas Day Tables
Reservations are available on Friday, December 25, 2026, starting at 10 am - 7 pm. Complimentary Valet Parking.
For holiday dining reservations, call us at (609) 924-1707 or visit peacockinn.com.
20 Bayard Lane, Princeton, New Jersey 08540
Merry Christmas