Quick answer: for a work Christmas party in Leicester city centre, Merchant of Venice on Loseby Lane serves a 3-course Italian Christmas menu at £36.95 per person from 1 December, close to Highcross and The Lanes. Book early and call 0116 262 1101 for group bookings. Closed 25 December.
Why Loseby Lane Suits a Team Dinner
A work Christmas meal should feel like a treat, not a chore. Loseby Lane is tucked away from the busy shopping streets, so the evening starts with a little atmosphere — and it is only a short walk from Highcross and the city centre bars if your team wants to continue afterwards.
Festive Menu Highlights
- Starters: crostini with duck, garlic prawns or burrata (V)
- Mains: ribeye with Barolo reduction, saffron salmon, chicken or wild mushroom and truffle risotto (V)
- Dessert: sticky toffee-style date pudding with vanilla ice cream
Full details are in our Christmas menu guide and the downloadable menu PDF.
Booking Tips for Office Groups
- Pick your date now — weekday lunches and early-December evenings are the easiest to secure.
- Check dietary needs and share them in advance.
- Confirm numbers a few days before.
- For larger groups, call rather than book online.
Add Gifts for the Team
Managers often want to say thank you as well. Merchant of Venice gift vouchers work at every location, and Italian gift hampers are available to order. Ideas in our staff and client gifts guide.
Want a bigger night with entertainment? See the Christmas Party Nights at Vantom Village. Otherwise, book your table online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Merchant of Venice on Loseby Lane, near Highcross, takes group bookings for Christmas parties and team dinners.
It is 36.95 pounds per person for three courses from 1 December 2026.
Yes. The burrata starter and the wild mushroom and truffle risotto main are vegetarian.
As early as possible. December is the busiest month of the year.
No. All Merchant of Venice restaurants are closed on 25 December. Our Christmas menu runs from 1 December.
Book early, send the numbers and enjoy a festive dinner in the Lanes.
