While it's the most wonderful time of the year, we all know preparing Christmas dinner can be a lot of work, especially if you're hosting lots of friends and family. While everyone love's a home-cooked meal, some years, it just makes sense to give the host a break. Whatever your situation, our REALTORS® can tell you many great Long Island restaurants are serving high-quality take-out meals for Christmas dinner, so you can make the holiday's a breeze.

If you'd like to enjoy the holidays without all of the work, we recommend taking a look at the holiday take-out menus at these Long Island restaurants:

1. Zorn's of Bethpage - 4321 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714
   Whether you're looking for a family-size meal or dinner for one, Zorn's of Bethpage has Christmas meals ready to pick up on Christmas Eve. Plus, they have many options to choose from, including trays of Chicken Parmigiana, Vegetable Lasagna, and Italian Sausage (just to name a few). The food is delicious, and prices are reasonable. If you're visiting from out of town, you may also be interested in these beautiful Nassau County homes for sale just down the road.
   
   
2. Prime - 117 N. New York Ave., Huntington, NY 11743
   Enjoy a dine-in Christmas Eve dinner or Christmas Day dinner to-go at Prime. Christmas Eve will feature a full menu plus holiday specials. Christmas to-go offers a 3-course, chef-prepared meal for eight to 10 people. Reservations can be made online, and while you're in the area, be sure to take a drive by some of our favorite Huntington homes for sale. 
   
   
3. The Jolly Fisherman & Steak House - 25 Main St., Roslyn, NY 11576
   If you'd prefer to dine out on Christmas day, The Jolly Fisherman & Steak House is often open for Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas lunch, and Christmas dinner. Meals are also available to go. This waterfront restaurant usually offers a special holiday menu and the food is delicious. You'll also enjoy a nice interior dining room decorated for the holidays.
   
   
4. The Milleridge Inn - 585 N. Broadway, Jericho, NY 11753
   Stop by The Milleridge Inn for a sit-down Prix Fixe dinner with turkey, prime rib, lamb, roast beef, ham, and tons of great desserts. There is also an extravagant Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet, which includes roasted turkey, prime rib, lamb roast beef, ham, a seafood bar, carving station, and more. This historic restaurant provides a great setting for a comfortable holiday meal. Reservations are required.
   
   
5. Wave Seafood Kitchen - 25 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
   Wave Seafood Kitchen often hosts one of the best Christmas Day buffets around. With seafood, steak, and numerous holiday favorites, it's an easy and delicious option for the holidays. In addition to its spectacular food, you'll also love the amazing harbor views and the upscale, classy ambiance. Call ahead for reservations or more details, and don't forget to check out these Suffolk County homes for sale while you're in town.

The holidays should be time of joy, not stress. Long Island's amazing restaurants can help ensure you make the most of your Christmas this year. Contact us for more local recommendations.