# Restaurants With The Most All-Out Holiday Decorations You Can't Miss A curated list of restaurants, bars, and hotels in New York and California that transform into breathtaking holiday wonderlands, from Rolf's iconic ornament-covered ceilings to Swiss Chalet pop-ups and Miracle Christmas bar experiences. - Canonical URL: https://www.opulist.app/articles/restaurants-with-the-most-all-out-holiday-decorations-you-cant-miss - Markdown URL: https://www.opulist.app/articles/restaurants-with-the-most-all-out-holiday-decorations-you-cant-miss.md - Published: Sat Apr 11 2026 18:02:46 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) - Updated: Sun Jun 28 2026 19:32:41 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) ## Categories - Restaurants - Bars & Cocktails ## Tags - None listed ## Venues Mentioned - [The Plaza](https://www.opulist.app/location/the-plaza-hotel-new-york) - , New York, New York ## Related Collections - None listed ## Article Restaurants With The Most All-Out Holiday Decorations You Can't Miss Author: Sara Bacon | Published: Nov 10, 2023 | Categories: Bar, Hotel, Restaurant, Rooftop Welcome to the magical world where design meets festivity -- a world where restaurants, bars, and hotels transform into breathtaking wonderlands, celebrating the holiday season with unparalleled style. As we embark on a journey through the streets of New York and the sun-kissed landscapes of California, we discover establishments that don't just embrace the holiday spirit; they elevate it to an art form. Join us as we unveil a curated list of chic dining and drinking spots that go above and beyond, creating a festive ambiance that's as delectable as the cuisine they serve. The Bar at Century Plaza, Los Angeles, CA Swiss Chalet Apres-Ski dining experience. Enjoy a curated selection of winter cocktails, wine, and champagne with a delectable menu of Alpine-inspired cuisine including your choice of cheese or chocolate fondue. Website | Instagram The Ordinarie, Long Beach, CA Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive setting. With kitschy holiday decor, and professionally-developed cocktails. Website | Instagram Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco, CA Over a century of tradition meets festive exuberance. Delight in the annual spectacle of the life-sized Gingerbread House, crafted by the pastry team with hundreds of bricks of real gingerbread and adorned with pounds of See's Candies. Holiday Tea in Laurel Court and the Lobby Champagne Bar complete the experience. Website | Instagram Holbrooke Hotel, Grass Valley, CA The Iron Door Speakeasy transforms into Miracle pop-up Christmas bar. The Holbrooke Hotel, built in 1865, is home to a gorgeous speakeasy bar with 150+ years of history. Website | Instagram Death & Co, Los Angeles, CA Season's Greetings from the Standing Room! The holiday cocktail party of your dreams at the Standing Room at Death & Co Los Angeles. Festive cocktails, retro treats, and decked halls all month long. Website | Instagram Four Seasons Hotel, East Palo Alto, CA Welcome to Apres Village! Simulating a cozy mountainside retreat with mini-chalets and a synthetic skate rink, the seasonal pop-up features a festive village like no other in the Bay Area. Website | Instagram Rolf's German Restaurant, New York City, NY Hundreds of thousands of Christmas Lights and thousands of ornaments and icicles all strung and lined throughout the restaurant. Hundreds of porcelain dolls and wreaths, artificial fir trees, garlands, ribbons, and other festive bits and pieces. Website | Instagram Panna II Garden, New York City, NY A joyous Indian restaurant renowned for its lively atmosphere and colorful decor. While these decorations are up year-round, it still feels extra festive to visit during the holidays. An explosion of lights adorns every inch. Website | Instagram Tavern on the Green, New York City, NY Festive decorations transform the iconic restaurant into a winter wonderland. Adorned with twinkling lights, elegant ornaments, and seasonal greenery against the backdrop of Central Park. Website | Instagram The Plaza Hotel, New York City, NY The quintessential New York City holiday experience. The dazzling Christmas tree in the Palm Court, the Holiday Royal Celebration, and Eloise's Rawther Fancy Holiday Tea. Website | Instagram Lillie's Victorian Restaurant, New York City, NY Charming Victorian-era decor that adds a touch of nostalgia to the holiday atmosphere. Classic holiday adornments create a warm and inviting space. Website | Instagram Serra by Birreria, New York City, NY Eataly's rooftop spot invites visitors into a winter wonderland with enchanting Christmas decor, featuring cozy and festive alpine-inspired settings. Website Mr. Purple, New York City, NY Veuve Clicquot chalet decorated with fur-lined seating, ambient lighting, custom decor, and a champagne bar. Savory and sweet fondue with a glitzy apres ski snow globe atmosphere. Website | Instagram Conclusion As the holiday season descends upon us, these establishments serve as more than just venues for a meal or a cocktail. They become immersive experiences, transporting you to a world where every detail, from the flicker of a candle to the choice of ornaments, is carefully crafted to evoke joy and wonder. So, venture forth and embrace the magic -- after all, 'tis the season to dine, drink, and be dazzled. ## FAQ ### What restaurant in NYC has the most over-the-top Christmas decorations? Rolf's German Restaurant in New York City is famous for having the most elaborate Christmas decorations, featuring hundreds of thousands of Christmas lights, thousands of ornaments and icicles, porcelain dolls, wreaths, artificial fir trees, and garlands covering every surface. The decorations are so extensive that they've become a holiday tradition for locals and tourists alike. ### Where can I find Miracle Christmas pop-up bars in California? You can experience Miracle Christmas pop-up bars at The Ordinarie in Long Beach and at the Iron Door Speakeasy inside the historic Holbrooke Hotel in Grass Valley. Both locations transform into festive wonderlands serving professionally-developed holiday cocktails surrounded by kitschy Christmas decor throughout the season. ### Which San Francisco hotel has a life-sized gingerbread house during the holidays? The Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco creates an annual life-sized gingerbread house made with hundreds of bricks of real gingerbread and decorated with pounds of See's Candies. This century-old tradition is complemented by Holiday Tea service in Laurel Court and festive drinks at the Lobby Champagne Bar. ### Do any California restaurants have Swiss chalet or Alpine-themed holiday experiences? The Bar at Century Plaza in Los Angeles offers a Swiss Chalet Apres-Ski dining experience with Alpine-inspired cuisine including cheese and chocolate fondue, winter cocktails, and champagne. The Four Seasons Hotel in East Palo Alto also features Apres Village, a seasonal pop-up with mini-chalets and a synthetic ice rink simulating a cozy mountainside retreat. ### What New York restaurant has Christmas decorations up all year round? Panna II Garden in New York City keeps its explosion of colorful lights and decorations up year-round, making it a festive destination any time of year. While not specifically Christmas-themed, the joyous Indian restaurant's vibrant atmosphere feels especially celebratory during the holiday season when visitors are already in a festive mood.