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Breakfast with Santa in NYC

Share a special holiday experience with your child at American Girl New York's Santa brunch. Photo courtesy of American Girl
Share a special holiday experience with your child at American Girl New York's Santa brunch. Photo courtesy of American Girl
11/15/24 - By Drew Kristofik

Breakfast with Santa—or a tasty Santa brunch—might be in order if your child wants a hearty visit with the big red guy. We've found the best spots for families to enjoy a special holiday meal with Santa Claus in New York City, ranging from the extravagant Radio City Breakfast Spectacular to a lavish breakfast with Santa at Macy's, sweet treats during Santa brunch at American Girl New York, and even FREE fare at Empire Outlets on Staten Island. You can even hop on a cruise with Santa!

Keep in mind that all of these breakfasts with Santa in NYC require reservations and sell out quickly. No matter which one you choose, bring your camera—and your appetite. Be sure to bookmark this page, as we'll be adding more NYC breakfast with Santa options as we find them. You'll find all our seasonal picks for family fun in our Holiday Guide for New York City Families.

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Enjoy plenty of sweet treats during breakfast with Santa at Stella 34 Trattoria. Photo courtesy of Stella 34 Trattoria
Enjoy plenty of sweet treats during breakfast with Santa at Stella 34 Trattoria. Photo courtesy of Stella 34 Trattoria

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Breakfast with Santa at Stella 34 Trattoria

Midtown West
Select dates from Friday, November 29-Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Bring Christmas to life for your family with a magical morning at Stella 34 Trattoria. Families meet and have breakfast with Santa Claus (and his elves) in the store that brought you The Miracle on 34th Street. Adults can indulge in an early morning mimosa. READ MORE

Santa Fun Cruise with Kids' Activities

South Street Seaport
Weekends from Saturday, November 29-Sunday, December 22, 2024
This Santa fun cruise with kids' activities invites guests to meet Santa and his elves, join in Christmas carol singing, drink cocoa, and eat sweet treats while listening to live holiday storytelling.  READ MORE

Rawther Fancy Teas with Santa at the Plaza

Midtown East
Select dates from Friday, November 29-Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Eloise fans can enjoy a special holiday-themed Afternoon Tea menu at The Palm Court, with some delectable pink treats, of course. Santa spotting is on the menu, too. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the Broadway Comedy Club

Midtown West
Sunday, December 1, 2024
The Broadway Comedy Club yuks it up with Elfprov, a kid-friendly way to ring in Christmas with laughter. Upon arrival, you can share your list and take quick selfies with Santa. Elves are on hand to help take family photos. Then, enjoy the hilarious, interactive musical comedy Elfprov, with caroling, audience participation, and a continental breakfast. READ MORE

Sunday Brunch with Santa at Old Bermuda Inn

Rossville, Staten Island
Sundays from Sunday, December 1-Sunday, December 22, 2024
Also on Saturday, December 21, 2024
Staten Island's Old Bermuda Inn hosts a buffet brunch with Santa on select Sundays in December. READ MORE

Cookies with Santa at FourFiveSix

Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Santa's coming to Greenpoint for a fun time at FourFiveSix! The program includes delicious hot chocolate, homemade cookies to decorate, music, and, of course, photo-ops with Santa. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Dave & Buster's

East New York, Brooklyn
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Santa Claus makes a stop at Dave & Buster’s in Brooklyn. Skip the long line at the mall and score an exclusive meet and greet.  READ MORE

Brunch with Santa at Harry's Table by Cipriani

Midtown West/Upper West Side
Sundays, December 8-15, and Saturday, December 21
A jolly Brunch with Santa at Harry's Table by Cipriani includes Photos with Santa and a classic brunch with an Italian flair. Adult tickets come with one classic Cipriani Bellini or a glass of Prosecco.  READ MORE

Santa Brunch at American Girl

Midtown West
Sundays December 8, 15, and 22, 2024
Share a holiday experience that includes a jolly “ho-ho-ho!” with Santa at American Girl New York. This festive brunch with Santa includes a photo-op (bring your own camera or smartphone), as well as a meal in the American Girl Cafe. READ MORE

Empire Outlets Breakfast with Santa

St. George, Staten Island – FREE
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Baby it's cold outside, so head to Empire Outlets for a warm and cozy breakfast with Santa! For admission, please bring a gift to be donated to the local Staten Island Salvation Army. READ MORE

Very Merry Santa Brunch at the Marriott Marquis

Midtown West
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Don some festive gear, bring your holiday cheer, and head over to the Marriott Marquis for a morning of merriment and memories during a Very Merry Santa Brunch. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the Hard Rock Cafe

Midtown West
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Start the morning with a delicious breakfast buffet, pose for pics with Santa, and get creative decorating holiday cookies. READ MORE

Santa's Breakfast Spectacular at Radio City

Midtown West
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Splurge on a holiday treat that includes a private entrance into the legendary Radio City Music Hall, a festive holiday brunch with delicious food and cocktails in the historic Roxy Suite, photos with Santa, and some of the best seats in the house to experience the magic of the Radio City Music Hall's Christmas Spectacular.  READ MORE

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About the Author

Drew Kristofik
Drew Kristofik’s career took a twist from editing teen magazines to a seven-year stint at MacNeil/Lehrer, followed by a long run at Nickelodeon/Viacom as Director of Content for Nick Online and Editor-in-Chief of ParentsConnect.com. A founding member of the Webby Award-winning GoCityKids, she’s written for Family Fun, Vanity Fair, and New York. Her middle school novel, The Time Boat, is available on Amazon Kindle. Drew keeps the MommyPoppins New York Events calendar spot-on and can be reached at events@mommypoppins.com.
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