From a winter wonderland to a tiki Christmas, ’tis the season to take in the frosty, merry & bright festivities of these cozy NYC restaurants and bars. Also highlighted are a few of their seasonal cocktails, eats, and treats to enjoy while you capture the perfect photo op. Check back for new additions, and make haste as many of these holiday pop-ups won’t be here for long!
Updated 1/25/22
❄️Winter Themed Restaurants & Bars ⛄
Magic Hour at Moxy Times Square
Theme: The Pink Winter Lodge
The Pink Winter Lodge is back with a sparkly twist. Experience a glistening carousel with over 25,000 crystals, brand-new Instagrammable moments, plus a full dinner and brunch menu including themed cocktails and pink treats.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: Magic Hour
Credit: Magic Hour
Cocktails: Double Pink Diamond, 24k Magic, Moxy Apres Ski, and more
Dessert: Pink Bling Donut Rings, The Sweetest Surprise, and more
Runs through March 2022
The Greens at Pier 17
Theme: The Greens Cabins
The Greens returns and it’s about to get cozy. Retreat this winter in your own private dining cabin, with unrivaled Lower Manhattan skyline views. Their menu features four regional delicacies and seasonal cocktails from around the globe.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: Ryan Muir
Credit: Ryan Muir
Credit: Ryan Muir
Apps & Entrees: Gooey Mac’n Cheese, Spicy Glazed Organic Carrots, Butternut Squash Soup, and more
Cocktails: Allspice Blanket, Meri Can Coffee, Mulled Wine, and more
Desserts: Gingerbread Man Cookie, Green Apple Fritters, Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, and more
Runs through the winter
Blume Hütte
Theme: Austrian Ski Lodge
A cozy, winter retreat in the middle of NYC, Hütte is a tented, heated outdoor dining experience. Here you’ll find hearty Alpine comfort food including game meat and fondue, paired with a wonderful Austrian wine list. Grab a blanket and cozy up with a piping hot Glühwein.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: Blume Hutte
Credit: Blume Hutte
Apps & Entrees: Vegetable Spatzle, Cheese Fondue, Pumpkin Soup, Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin, and more
Cocktails: Mulled Wine
Desserts: Baked Apple Rings, Black Forrest Cake, Chocolate Fondue, and more
Runs through the winter
Mr. Purple Rooftop
Theme: Veuve Clicquot Winter Chalet
The Veuve Clicquot Chalets are a high in the sky glitzy après ski getaway for those who love all things winter. Gather your friends and family for an afternoon or evening in their amazing snow globe, complete with fur-lined seating, ambient lighting, and a custom Veuve Clicquot champagne bar and limited-time menu.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: Mr. Purple
Credit: Mr. Purple
Credit: Mr. Purple
Apps & Entrees: Cheese and Chocolate Fondues, short rib empanadas, pretzel bites, and tempura baby zucchini.
Cocktails: Frozen Hot Chocolate, Apple Cider Mimosa, Bourbon Smash, Cider-Car, and more
Runs through the winter
SERRA by Birreria at Eataly Flatiron
Theme: Winter in the Italian Countryside
SERRA has shed its fall foliage and transformed into a cozy winter in the Italian countryside! Replete with a new menu of heart-warming dishes, classic winter drinks, and an ambiance that will transport you to the Italian countryside.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: Eataly Flatiron
Credit: Eataly Flatiron
Apps & Entrees: Cheese Fondue, Butternut Squash Filled Pasta, Braised VanWell Lamb Shoulder, and more
Cocktails: Mulled Wine, Menta & Cioccolata, Arancia & Sidromenta and more
Desserts: Warm Housemade Ricotta Doughnut, Housemade Raspberry and Lemon Sorbetti, and more
Runs through the winter
PHD Terrace
Theme: A Midwinter Night’s Dream
Experience A Midwinter Night’s Dream, featuring a whimsical dreamland of lush greenery, rich emerald & gold tones, 10,000 twinkling lights illuminating the space, an ascending series of tiered red, purple & gold florals throughout the space, themed food and beverage, and a brand-new flower tunnel.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: PHD Terrace
Credit: PHD Terrace
Cocktails: Santa Baby, Cotton Candy Kisses, One Ticket to Paradise, and more
Desserts: Dream in Roses and Terrace S’mores Brownie
Runs through March 2022
Lafayette
Theme: Snow Chalets
Le Village de Lafayette is a warm & privately spaced winter village. Lining the sidewalks of Lafayette and Great Jones in NoHo, each heated chalet is decked out with handwoven rugs, hanging snowflakes, alpaca furs, and après ski-style accents. Offering both comfort and warmth to all guests.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
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Apps & Entrees: Fondue Savoyarde with or without truffles, Loup de Mer À La Basquaise, Braised Beef Short Rib and more
Desserts: Crepe Suzette Flambe
Runs through the winter
Dante Pop-up at Pearl Alley
Theme: Dante Winter House
Dante is taking over Pearl Alley with a winter wonderland pop-up. Home for three bars, waterfront views, food kiosks, games live entertainment, and easy access to premium restaurants, the new space is a perfect destination for your whole family at any time of the day. Featuring a Coffee Bar, Dante Bar, and Negroni Bar.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: Andrew Bui
Credit: Dante
Credit: Dante
Apps & Entrees: Flatbreads like the Verde with Spicy Lamb Sausage, Mozzarella and Arugula and the Bianco with Pancetta, Leeks, Provolone, and Thyme and more
Cocktails: Boozy Coffee, Hot Smoked Toddy, and more
Desserts: Classic and boozy variations of the espresso and gelato-based dessert
Through March 2022
The Standard East Village
Theme: Winter Garden
‘Tis the season to cozy up in our glorious Winter Garden at The Standard, East Village. Snuggle up outside beneath the heaters and among the twinkling evergreens, or strip off those extra layers in their heated alpine yurts.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Apps & Entrees: Salt Cod Croquettes, Short Rib Bourguignon, Wild Mushroom Spaetzle, and more
Cocktails: Mulled Red Wine, Spiked Super Dark Hot Chocolate, and more
Desserts: Blood Orange Tart and more
Through the winter
Salon de Ning Rooftop
Theme: Chalet de Ning
Chalet de Ning will transport you and your guests to the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps right in the heart of Manhattan. Situated on the West Terrace of Salon de Ning, this glamorous winter wonderland consists of two chalet-inspired domes furnished with stylish interiors and a freestanding chimenea to keep you warm and cozy. Enjoy a carefully crafted menu featuring specialty cocktails and seasonal dishes inspired by the Engadin region of Switzerland.
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Credit: The Peninsula
Credit: The Peninsula
Apps & Entrees: Truffle Fondue, Cheese Plate, Charcuterie Plate, and more
Cocktails: Espresso Con Leche, Tropic In Wonderland, Walnut Fashion, and more
Desserts: Pumpkin Spiced Chocolate Fondue
Through the winter
🎄 Holiday Themed Restaurants & Bars 🎅🏾
Sunday in Brooklyn
Theme: Snowday in Brooklyn!
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
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Credit: Sunday in Brooklyn
Credit: Sunday in Brooklyn
Apps & Entrees: Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Cocktails: Dude Where’s My Sled, Partridge in a Pear Tree, Grinch Don’t Kill My Vibe, Dark n’ Snowy, and more
Desserts: Eggnog Soft Serve
Runs through the end of December 2021
Ready Rooftop
Theme: Palm Holiday
Credit: The Ready Rooftop
Credit: The Ready Rooftop
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Apps & Entrees: Black Truffle Quesadilla
Cocktails: Spice Spice Baby, Tropical Holiday Frozen Hot Chocolate, and more
Desserts: Spiked Apple Cider Donuts
Runs through March 2022
Loreley
Theme: Winter Wonderland
Credit: Loreley
Credit: Loreley
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Cocktails: Peppermint Nitro Cold Brew Martini, Spiked Egg Nog, Boozy Burbon Black and White Hot Chocolate, and more
Runs through January 9th, 2022
Miracle on 9th Street at The Cabinet
Theme: Christmas Cocktail Bar
Credit: Melissa Hom
Credit: Melissa Hom
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Cocktails: SanTaRex, Snowball Old Fashioned, Christmapolitan, On Dasher, and more
Runs through January 2nd, 2022
Sippin’ Santa at Boilermaker
Theme: Tiki Christmas
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
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Credit: @boilermakernyc
Cocktails: Kris Kringle Colada, Christmas Eve of Destruction, Blue Christmas, and more
Runs through January 2nd, 2022
Miracle on Union at Thief
Theme: Christmas Cocktail Bar
Credit: Melissa Hom
Credit: Melissa Hom
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Apps & Entrees: SanTaRex Chex, Reindeer EmPAWnadas
Cocktails: Bad Santa, Snowball Old Fashioned, Spiced Egg Nog, and more
Desserts: Naughty List Ice Cream, Xmas Truffles
Runs through January 2nd, 2022
The Garret Cocteleria
Theme: Feliz Cocteleria
Credit: Feliz Cocteleria
Credit: Feliz Cocteleria
Seasonal Offerings To Try:
Cocktails: A Lump Of Coal, A Fig Tree in Nolita, The Leftovers, and more
Runs through mid-January 2022
Notable Mentions
Although these two bars do not have season offerings to complement their holiday theme per se (their cocktail list is top-notch nevertheless), they boast the most decked decor out in the city with their Christmas themes.
Oscar Wilde
Papillon Bistro & Bar
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