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Dine with Santa Events in and Near NYC 2022

Dine with Santa Events in and Near NYC 2022

Here's where your family can meet and eat with Santa in or near NYC!


We know Santa loves his cookies and milk, but what else does the big man in red eat? Your family can dine with Santa in or near NYC at any of the following events, including breakfast with Santa and other exciting opportunities to meet Santa Claus himself. Don't forget to snap a pic with him!

Manhattan

Breakfast with Santa

Stella 34 Trattoria at Macy's Herald Square, 151 W 34th St., Midtown
November 25-December 24, See website for schedule
All ages
Pricing begins at $45 for children and $65 for adults
Advanced Registration Required

This holiday season: give your family a magical morning in the store that brought you the Miracle on 34th Street. It all starts with a festive breakfast feast with exclusive Empire State Building views, complete with take-home treats for children and prosecco mimosas for adults. Then, you'll meet Santa Claus and take a keepsake photo with him and his elves.

ELFPROV 2022 Breakfast with Santa Live from Times Square

Broadway Comedy Club, 318 West 53rd Street, Times Square
December 10-24, Saturdays, 9:30-11am and Sunday, 12/24 9:30-11am
All ages
$30
Advanced Registration Required

Meet Santa, Mrs Claus and the Elves as they deliver the North Pole's funniest interactive musical comedy show. The morning includes a continental breakfast, selfies with Santa (or let the Camera Elf snap a few shots), share wish lists and ask Santa anything, and take part in a holiday sing along.

Breakfast with Santa

Hard Rock Cafe New York, 1501 Broadway, Midtown
Saturday, December 17, 10am-12pm
All ages
$24; $10 children
Advanced Registration Required

Join the Hard Rock Cafe New York for a magical Breakfast with Jolly Old St. Nick himself! Serving choices will include their classic Brunch Menu entrees for adults along with a Kiddie Plate for Kids under 10 with eggs, potatoes, bacon and fruit. Brunch Entrees have options such as All American Scramble, Brunch Burger or Chicken and Waffles along with some regular restaurant favorites. There will be coloring for kids, opportunity to take pictures and the chance to meet Santa and tell him what's on your list!

 

Bronx

2nd Annual Children's Holiday Dinner

Ally Berry Productions, 1288 Rev James A Polite Avenue, Bronx
Saturday, December 10, 5-9pm
Ages 0-12
$30
Advanced Registration Required

Raffles, music, games, and photos with Santa are all part of this fun dinner! Each child will receive a gift from Santa Claus. Professional photography will be present.

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Grill + Bar at Throgs Neck Shopping Center, 815 Hutchinson River Parkway, Bronx
Saturday, December 17, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a family breakfast at Applebee's with a visit from and photo opportunity with Santa.  Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

Breakfast with Santa

Hard Rock Cafe Yankee Stadium, 1 East 161 Street, Bronx
Saturday, December 17, 9-11am
All ages
$28; $20 child's breakfast; free for children younger than 2
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa! Breakfast includes: Eggs (Scrambled), Pancakes, Tater Tots, Bacon, Pork Sausage and Assorted Cereal. Beverages include Soda, Juice, Coffee, Tea & Milk.  Holiday Activities Include- Storytelling and Photo Ops with Santa, Holiday Coloring Sheets, Cookie Decorating and more. 

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Grill + Bar, 4725-4766 Third Avenue Fordham Plaza, Bronx
Sunday, December 18, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Indulge in a delicious breakfast and take photos with Santa. Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

 

Brooklyn

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar at Gateway Shopping Center, 448 Gateway Drive , Spring Creek
Saturday, December 10, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a family breakfast, visit with Santa and take pictures with him. Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

Brunch with Santa

Positano, 10018 4th Avenue , Bayridge
Sunday, December 11, 11am-2pm
All ages
$65; $45 ages 12 and younger
Advanced Registration Required

Bring your children for brunch and photos with Santa, a Christmas character meet and greet, Christmas carols and more! Ticket price includes all food and soft drinks as well as professional photo with Santa- backdrop and digital picture with Santa is included. 

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Grill + Bar at Atlantic Terminal Mall, 139 Flatbush Avenue, Boerum Hill
Saturday, December 17, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Treat the family to a delicious breakfast with Santa and take photos with the Man in Red. Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

 

Queens

Jolly Breakfast with Santa

Flushing YMCA
138-46 Northern Boulevard, Murry Hill
All ages
Free
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy Arts & Crafts, Face-painting, breakfast, a movie and taking a photo with Santa Clause.

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Grill + Bar at Bay Terrace Shopping Center, 213-29 26th Avenue, Bayside
Saturday, December 17, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a family breakfast at Applebee's with a visit from and photo opportunity with Santa. Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

Breakfast with Santa

The Chef's Table, 268 Beach 116th Street, Rockaway Park
Saturday, December 17, 11am-3pm
All ages
See menu for prices. 
Advanced Registration Required

Have a delicious breakfast, share your Christmas list with Santa, and take photos with him.

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Grill + Bar, 38-01 35th Avenue, Long Island City
Sunday, December 18, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Indulge in a delicious breakfast and take photos with Santa. Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

 

Nassau County, LI

Breakfast/Brunch with Santa

The Mansion at Glen Cove, 200 Dosoris Lane, Glen Cove
December 4-24, Saturdays and Sundays, breakfast begins at 8am and brunch begins at 1pm
All ages
Breakfast: $40; $25 children 3-10. Brunch: $62; $30 children 3-10
Advanced Registration Required

Meet and Greet Santa and enjoy a delicious meal during this unforgettable experience!

Dinner with Santa

Beginnings, 1986 Park Street, Atlantic Beach
Wednesday December 14 and Thursday, December 15, 5-10pm
All ages
$25 per child includes food, drink, dessert and Santa time. Adults order off the regular menu. Advanced Registration Required



Spend time with Santa at this special dinner. 

Breakfast with Santa and Friends

United Skates of America, Inc., 1276 Hicksville Rd, Seaford
Saturday, December 17, 9:30-11am
All ages
$22 ages 3 and older; $18 adults; free for children 2 and younger
Advanced Registration Required

This event includes buffet breakfast and meet & greet with Santa and Friends. Each child receives a cup of Hot Chocolate, a Holiday Cookie & a treat from Santa! This is a non-skating event.

Breakfast with Santa 2022

The Roslyn, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, 1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn
Sunday, December 18, 9-10:30am and 11:30am-1pm
All ages
$45; $25 children ages 3-12; free for children younger than 3
Advanced Registration Required by December 13

During this festive buffet breakfast you can take photos with Santa and tell him your Christmas wishes. Enjoy holiday music and children's entertainment, plus a special visit from the Grinch. 

Breakfast with Santa

Boom VIP Events, 439 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead
Sunday, December 18, 9am-1pm
All ages
$30; $20 child
Advanced Registration Required

Experience a fun filled event with focus on the excitement of the Holiday season. Breakfast with Santa will feature hot chocolate, Christmas cookies, arts & crafts, a gift, as well as your child meeting Santa. The grown ups will have breakfast, and choice of coffee, mimosa or hot chocolate.

Breakfast with Santa

Planet Play, 418 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore
Sunday, December 18, 11am-1pm
All ages
$13 adults; $43 children
Advanced Registration Required

Celebrate the holiday season by hanging out with your favorite holiday characters, including Santa! This event will include a breakfast buffet, picture with Santa and a gift from him, too! Plus, appearances from The Gingerbread Man, the Elf on the Shelf & the Grinch along with 2 hours of open play, an $11 arcade card, and tattoo station.

 

Suffolk County, LI

Brunch With Santa

Harbor Club at Prime, 95 New York Ave., Huntington
Sundays, December 4 and December 11, 10:30am-4pm
All ages
$75; $35 child
Advanced Registration Required. Call before booking. 

Take the family on a delicious Christmas adventure with the renowned, restaurant-quality cuisine you love from Harbor Club at Prime and the big guy himself: Santa! Fun for the whole family, Brunch with Santa at the Harbor Club will be a sweet memory filled with premium food stations and a complimentary photo-op with Santa.

Breakfast with Santa

Heritage Center, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mount Sinai
Sunday, December 11, 8am, 10am, and 12pm
All ages
$25; $20 ages 2-16; free for children younger than 2
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a delicious gourmet breakfast buffet catered by Tuscany Gourmet Market, listen to holiday music, and don't forget to take pictures with Santa Claus himself! Children will also receive a special holiday gift. The buffet breakfast menu will include scrambled eggs, waffles, bacon, sausage, home fries, bagels with cream cheese and butter, fresh fruit salad, coffee, and orange juice.

Brunch with Santa at Desmond's

East Wind Long Island, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River
Sundays, December 11 and December 18, 10am-3pm
All Ages
$49.95 ; $34.95 ages 3-10
Advanced Registration Required

Bring the kids and meet the jolly old elf himself. Visit with Santa while enjoying a hearty and delightful brunch.

Brunch with Santa

Babylon Masonic Lodge No. 793 F. & A. M., 250 West Main Street, Babylon
Saturday, December 17, 11am-3pm
All ages
$10 ages 12 and over
Advanced Registration Required

Have brunch with Santa along with toys, arts & crafts, and fun for the family!

 

Westchester

Breakfast with Santa

Belgique Boutique, 28 East 1st Street, Mount Vernon
Saturday, December 10, 9-11am
All ages
$5
Advanced Registration Required

Shop at this Holiday event and enjoy Breakfast with Santa and friends. 

Breakfast with Santa

The Barley Beach House, 95 Dearborn Avenue, Rye
December 10-18, Saturdays and Sundays, 10-11:30am and 12-1:30pm
All Ages
$25; free for children younger than 3
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet and get a family photo with Santa. 

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Grill + Bar, 2 Executive Boulevard, Yonkers
Saturday, December 17, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Indulge in a delicious breakfast and take photos with Santa. Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

Stew's Holiday Breakfast

Stew Leonards, 1 Stew Leonard Drive, Yonkers
Sunday, December 18, 10-11am
All Ages
$18.99 ages 12 and older; $16.99 ages 11 and younger
Advanced Registration Required

Families are invited to have breakfast with Santa and his friends! A buffet-style breakfast of scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, assorted bagels, fruit and donuts, will be served accompanied by coffee and hot cocoa! Limited seating available and tickets must be purchased in advance.

Breakfast with Santa

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, 3127 East Main Street, Mohegan Lake
Sunday, December 18, 8-10am
All ages
$15
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a family breakfast at Applebee's with a visit from and photo opportunity with Santa. Breakfast includes Eggs, Bacon, Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes and, Juice, Coffee or Tea.

 

Rockland and Bergen

Breakfast or Lunch with Santa

Krucker's, 81 Call Hollow Road, Pomona
November 26-December 24, Saturdays and Sundays, 9am-12pm and 1-4pm; Sunday, 12/24 9am-12pm
All ages
$36; $20 ages 3-12
Advanced Registration Required

Have breakfast with Santa and enjoy live music, tons of Christmas decorations, and holiday displays.

Brunch with Santa at Alstede Farms

Alstede Farms, 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ
December 3-18, Saturdays and Sundays, 10am and 12:30pm
All ages
See website for prices
Advanced Registration Required

Enjoy a festive atmosphere at Harvest Hall with featured guest Santa and his helpers while indulging in a casual family style buffet meal for a truly memorable experience. Guests will be able to visit with and take photos with Santa while at the brunch. 

Breakfast with Santa

Reverie One, 1 West Englewood Avenue, Englewood, NJ
Saturday, December 17, 9am
All ages
$17 ages 1-12; $12 adult; $70 family of 5
Advanced Registration Required

Come meet Santa for a delicious breakfast buffet. Share your Christmas wishlist, participate in arts and craft stations and take photos. In addition, use the 360 spin to create some special memories this Holiday season!

Brunch with Santa

Carpaccio at American Dream, 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ
Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11, 11am-1pm
All ages
$75 ages 14 and older; $25 ages 2-14
Advanced Registration Required

This holiday, Santa’s hosting brunch at Carpaccio.Event tickets include photos with Santa, a scrumptious Italian 3-course prix-fixe menu for adults, and an exclusive children’s menu of pizza, fries, pasta, and tasty tenders. There will also be holiday music, specialty décor, arts and crafts and discounts on American Dream attractions.

Main Photo by Getty Images / dv1849065


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Shara Levine, originally from Brooklyn, is the Events Manager for NYMetroParents. As a lifelong New Yorker, and mom of four raising her kids on Long Island, Shara knows her hometown well and brings her love of all things fun to NYMetroParents by sharing the best in kid friendly events, festival, concerts, and performances in NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland. When not helping parents plan their family's day out, Shara enjoys making random Seinfeld references and going on late-night Target runs. 

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