The 14 Best Christmas Bars In New York City

Oscar Wilde has some of the best Christmas decorations in the city. The Victorian-style spot gets extra festive with lights, ornaments, garlands, and life-sized stuffed polar bears. If you want to get cozy by a fire, some of their cocktails are set aflame.

PLAN A TRIP 45 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001

One of the most popular spots to grab a drink in downtown Manhattan is getting a festive facelift this holiday season. Loreley Beer Garden is offering a lineup of holiday cocktails like bourbon hot chocolate and mulled wine alongside plenty of seasonal craft beers. And if you still want the beer garden experience, their outdoor patio is heated.

PLAN A TRIP 7 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002

Christmas pop-up Miracle is making its way to Brooklyn this year. At Thief in Williamsburg from now through the end of the year, you can find festive decorations and cocktails that'll get everyone in the holiday spirit. Order a Christmopolitan or an Elfing Around and be merry.

PLAN A TRIP 595 Union Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211

The Eataly rooftop attracts both locals and tourists with its seasonal decorations. In the winter, the decor is inspired by a cold-weather greenhouse in the mountains of Italy and creates a cozy atmosphere you’ll want to spend hours in. Take a break from the harsh weather and warm up with seasonal cocktails and traditional Italian dishes.

PLAN A TRIP 200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010

Boasting the largest rooftop garden in the city, 230 Fifth attracts a crowd all year long, but things especially heat up during the colder months. Starting November 15, the roof will be taken over with heated igloos that offer sweeping views of the city that are best enjoyed with a boozy almond joy hot chocolate or apple pie cider. The igloos require a $2500 deposit for food and beverage credit if you reserve them ahead of time, but have no minimums if you walk-in.

PLAN A TRIP 230 5th Ave, New York, NY 10001

If you can’t make it to the mountains this year, a trip to Mr. Purple will serve as a worthy replacement. Situated on a terrace, the Veuve Cliquot igloo—complete with branded chalet-themed decor, a Champagne bar, chocolate and cheese fondue, and unobstructed city views—will make you forget you ever wanted to leave the city. If the igloo isn’t your style, you can still enjoy the apres-ski vibe at the rooftop bar, which has transformed into a funky ski lodge in the sky featuring purple deer mounts, digital fireplaces, and warm blankets to bundle up in.

PLAN A TRIP 180 Orchard St 15th floor, New York, NY 10002

The PHD terrace has transformed into a whimsical wonderland for the holiday season. The famous tunnel of lights is adorned with floral arrangements, soft lights will be strung across the ceiling, and winter greenery studded with white and gold flowers will decorate the terrace and create a dreamy destination for a holiday drink. Particularly festive drinks include the Santa Baby, which is made with 24K gold.

PLAN A TRIP 210 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019

Just off the park’s rink, the Lodge is filled with eating and drinking options to satisfy your appetite and quench the thirst you worked up from the triple axels you were throwing on the ice. The enclosed space is filled with a variety of eateries that flank a fully stocked cocktail bar ready to pour you something strong enough to help you forget you didn’t actually stick all those landings. When you’re finally full, and maybe a little tipsy, take a stroll through the holiday market and tackle all of your Christmas shopping.

PLAN A TRIP Bryant Park

For a true “treat yourself” experience this holiday season, pay a visit to King Cole Bar at the St. Regis, where you can sample high-end bubbles in an iconic New York destination. They offer an extensive hot chocolate menu where you can choose from five different kinds of chocolate and spike it with your choice of alcohol. Plus, they come with over-the-top garnishes like peppermint bark, churros, and biscotti.

PLAN A TRIP 2 East 55th Street At, 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022