It's on 2 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Cost$20 per person
- Subway1, 2, 3, 7, A, C, E, N, Q, R, S, W to Times Sq-42 St, 3 min
- Address220 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Every year during the holidays, Bacall’s restaurant in Times Square welcomes Frosty’s, an incredible Christmas pop-up. Frosty’s is made up of four bars spread across three floors making it one of the best Christmas pop-up bars in New York City (and it’s open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!).
Tickets start at $20 per person and grant you access to all three floors. However, if you choose to visit Bacall’s (the restaurant portion of the extravaganza) you won’t require a ticket. Admittedly. The food is a little bland, so I say stick to the drinks and gawk at the decorations.
Since Frosty’s is one of the best bars open on Christmas day in NYC I highly recommend making reservations. The decorations are second to none, there are plenty of photo-taking opportunities.
Unpopular opinion. Hot take. Table of Contents. Where to Drink on Christmas Eve and Day NYC makes a better drink than most of the places charging you $22 for a cocktail.
Frosty’s stands out as one of NYC’s most festive restaurants, featuring four bars across three floors. The decorations are unmatched, providing numerous photo opportunities. Admission is $20 per person, granting access to all floors. Additionally, Frosty’s is among the top restaurants open on Christmas Day in New York City.
Even better, though, Bacall’s (the host restaurant) is equally decked out and doesn’t require you to purchase a ticket. Admittedly, the food is a little bland, but the real reason to visit is for the decorations and drinks.
Bonus reading. Frosty’s makes an appearance on our list of best bars open on Christmas day in NYC!