New York City is never lacking in the holiday spirit. From the Rockettes and Rockefeller Center to Christmas Markets and stunning window light displays, it is a city filled with magic. After trekking around the city and taking in the sites, stop by the restaurants below that take festive to a new level for some bites and drinks.
Somewhere Nowhere’s Winter Wonderland: Complete with igloos, Somewhere Nowhere in Chelsea launched its stunning outdoor igloo seating for the winter season! Visitors can sample a new a la carte menu featuring Wagyu Sliders and Warm Lobster Rolls from inside eight intimate igloos with 360-degree views of Manhattan’s majestic skyline as far as the eye can see and faux fireplaces. New Yorkers seeking seasonal cocktails and bites can enjoy the expansive bi-level lounge that sits at the top of the Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel and 5,000 square feet of luxury day and nightlife all holiday season till May 2023.
Address: 112 W 25th St, New York, NY 10001
Merry Marseille at Bar Marseille: Merry Marseille at Bar Marseille is providing a much-needed dose of holiday cheer in Queens… the Rockaways to be exact! Enjoy delicious menu items that pay tribute to Provençal cuisine with American influences, while seated in the newly decorated indoor dining space bedazzled with all the wooden accents of a cozy log cabin including a faux fireplace. Dine on warm winter menu highlights including French Onion Soup with gruyere and crostini, Escargot with prosecco, garlic herb butter, and a toasted baguette or Beef Bourguignon served with mashed potatoes while sipping holiday-themed cocktails featuring Christmas Kiss with wild turkey bourbon, milk, chocolate, and marshmallow, Noel a Paris with cinnamon-infused rum, condensed milk, and coconut milk, or the Secret Santa with mulled red wine, Grand Marnier, orange, and spices.
Address: 190 Beach 69th St, Queens, NY 11692
Jingle Bell Book & Candle in the West Village: Jingle Bell Book & Candle in the West Village is open now through December 30th featuring festive holiday signature cocktails including the Canela Margarita made with cinnamon-infused tequila, lemon, and grapefruit, the Coal for Christmas with mint, charcoal-infused Tito’s vodka, lemon and coconut, and a new Gingerbread Espresso Martini.
Address: 141 W 10th St. New York, NY 10014
Santa’s Holiday Lodge: Santa’s Holiday Lodge in Flatiron is an all-inclusive pop-up celebration complemented by the wonder of winter in New York City. Envelope yourself in the nostalgia of the winter holiday season with cozy pillows, blankets, and vintage luminescence. The festive space is carefully curated to evoke nostalgic memories from another time. Highlights from the menu include Vegan Vegetable Dips, Smoked Duck Flatbread, a Cheeseburger, and French Onion Soup Grilled Cheese with a creamy blend of Gruyere and Sharp White Cheddar complemented with French Onion Soup Onions on Homemade Sweet Potato Challah. Cocktails feature Fireside Chat with rye, cinnamon, and chocolate bitters, Elf Nog with Fernet Crème de Menthe, crème de cacao and cream, Home Alone with Monkey shoulder scotch and bourbon along with blood orange, The Rockette which features white negroni sbagliato and hot drinks, which include a Hot Toddy, Mulled Wine and Season’s Greetings with Cabernet, Pierre Ferrand cognac, apple cider, and special spices. The holiday lounge is open through January 1st.
Address: 33 W 26th St, New York, NY 10001
Ten Hope Winter Garden: Ten Hope in Williamsburg brings holiday vibes to Brooklyn with three heated igloos and one oversized yurt, each fitting up to eight guests. Each will be weatherproof and heated, providing a posh space for dining all winter long. Experience delightful Mediterranean cuisine while wrapped up in a cozy bubble-like booth, keeping you toasty while you dine all winter long.
Address: 10 Hope St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Haven Rooftop’s Ski Chalet: Midtown’s Haven Rooftop above The Sanctuary Hotel is ready for diners to celebrate this Christmas season at their Haven Ski Chalet! Visitors are surrounded by holiday decor with cranberry bundles and holly bedazzling at each table, shimmering Christmas lights overhead, evergreen garlands, and flannel seating pillows. A Christmas Eve Prix Fixe Menu will be offered from 5pm – 9pm on December 24th for $79 per person and guests can ring in the new year from this Midtown rooftop steps away from the Times Square revelry.
Address: 132 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
Happy Holidays!