The 2022 Edition of The Best Places to have Breakfast with Santa is written by Vinny Parisi.
Having breakfast with Santa is a great way to get your kids excited about the holidays. Once you break bread with Mr. Claus, it’s hard to deny the magic of the season. Fortunately for us, New Jersey has plenty of opportunities to spend some quality time with the jolly man himself.
So if you’re looking for the best places to have breakfast with Santa, look no further.
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North Jersey
Alstede Farms
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
When: Dec 3-4, 10-11, and 17-18
Price: $239.99 (Table of 4) | $349.99 (Table of 6) | $469.99 (Table of 8)
Details: Alstede Farms offers a special Brunch with Santa on select dates throughout December. Each day offers two different times to sit down with jolly old Saint Nick. The earlier brunch begins at 10:00 am, and the second brunch seating begins at Noon. Each time slot is 90 minutes, and guests are asked to arrive 15 minutes before their scheduled time slot. This is a buffet style brunch. Tickets are required, and must be purchased in advance.
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Fresh & Fancy Farms – Sold Out!
Where: 575 River Rd, New Milford
When: Dec 3-4, 10-11, and 17-18
Price: $35
Details: Fresh & Fancy Farms offer two seating times for their annual Breakfast with Santa tradition. Guests can purchase a ticket for either the 10:00 am or Noon seating, and both last one hour. Highlights of the meal include sausage and farm-fresh pancakes along with maple brown sugar butter and fresh fruit. Drink options include orange juice, coffee, and tea. Kids attending the event receive a coloring book, crayons, and a small toy from Santa.
Neiman Marcus – Sold Out!
Where: 503 Garden State Plaza Blvd, Paramus
When: December 10
Price: $50 (Children) | $60 (Adult)
Details: Breakfast with Santa at Neiman Marcus takes place one day only on December 10. Breakfast on the Rotunda takes place from 10:30 am – 11:30 am. Highlights include holiday music, children’s crafts, a candy cane and gift for each child, and of course, photos with Santa. The menu includes brioche French toast, scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausage. Drinks include hot chocolate, orange juice, apple juice, and coffee, plus mimosas for adults.
The Winston at Lyndhurst
Where: 120 Chubb Ave, Lyndhurst
When: December 3
Price: $22
Details: The Mamas Collective Network is hosting a breakfast with Santa at The Winston on December 3. The event begins at 10:30 am and includes breakfast, drinks, and a craft station. In particular, the meal features French toast, eggs, and bacon, plus milk, juice, coffee, and cocoa to drink. As a special treat for adults, Santa is bringing two mimosas for every ticket. The various arts and crafts stations will keep younger guests entertained, too.
Central Jersey
Liberty Hall Museum – Sold Out!
Where: 1003 Morris Avenue, Union
When: December 18 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Price: Sold out
Details: Breakfast with Santa at Liberty Hall Museum is a pretty straightforward event. They offer a hot breakfast buffet that is perfect for both children and adults alike. But the real highlight of this event is the chance to take a photo with Santa in his sleigh. In addition to the buffet and photo op, Liberty Hall Museum will have some games and activities for kids. This event typically sells out fast, so keep an eye out for updates via their social media pages.
Jersey Shore
26 West on The Navesink
Where: 26 W Front St, Red Bank
When: December 11
Price: $25 (Kids) | $40 (Adults)
Details: The 2nd Annual Santa Brunch at 26 West takes place from11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Tickets include an entree as well as drinks, crafts, and holiday fun. In particular, Santa is bringing one of his elves along, who will entertain guests with balloon art. Soft drinks, breakfast, a goodie from Santa, and some craft activities are included with every children’s ticket. Meanwhile, adult tickets include breakfast as well as one of Santa’s favorite cocktails.
Bounce About – Sold Out!
Where: 1 S Main St, Toms River
When: December 18
Price: $25 (Kids) | $5 (Adults)
Details: Brunch with Santa is bright and early at Bounce About, taking place from 9:00 am – 11:00 am. For 2022, the massive 12,000 sq-ft laser tag and bounce venue hosts a special Santa visit. In addition to bagels, muffins, fruit, pastries, juice, and coffee, Santa is hosting a story time with crafts. Kids will also secure some bounce time before leaving as well. This event is mostly aimed at younger kids, so the adult tickets come at a very reduced price.
Congress Hall
Where: 200 Congress Pl, Cape May
When: Every Saturday & Sunday from Nov 26 – Dec 24
Price: $19.95 (Kids) | $29.95 (Adults) | Free (Kids under 3)
Details: Every year, Congress Hall in Cape May transforms into a Winter Wonderland. As part of this holiday tradition, Congress Hall offers a special Breakfast with Santa throughout the season. This buffet-style meal includes assorted pastries, build-your-own yogurt parfaits, an oatmeal bar, and plenty of breakfast classics. In particular, they offer pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fried potatoes, and malted waffles, plus a selection of drinks.
The American Hotel
Where: 18 E Main St, Freehold
When: December 4, 11, & 18
Price: $22 (12 and under) | $48 (Adults)
Details: The Sunday brunch buffet at The American Hotel is a famous affair for locals in the area. On select dates in December, this popular event becomes a Brunch with Santa from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Santa will spend some time at each of the tables to share part of the meal with guests. Likewise, there will be plenty of time for photos with Mr. Claus. This event requires a reservation, and attendees must call the hotel directly to book their seating time.
South Jersey
Battleship New Jersey
Where: 100 Clinton Street, Camden
When: December 17
Price: $24 (12 and under) | $28 (Adult) | $15 (Active military families)
Details: Brunch with Santa at Battleship New Jersey is a unique experience. This event takes place from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on the Battleship’s Chowline. Attendees can meet Santa, tour the “World’s Greatest Battleship”, and win prizes. In addition, there will be fun activities for kids and all guests can enjoy a Fire Power Battleship tour. Battleship members get a 20% discount on ticket prices. Tickets are available online via the Battleship NJ website.
