A conservatory setting featuring miniature buildings made of plant parts, with model trains zipping past

Dining

Indulge in the tastes of the holiday season at NYBG! Sit down for a festive farm-to-table meal at the cozy Hudson Garden Grill, or swing by the Pine Tree Café for faster, family-friendly fare. Warm up at the Spruce Bar with a cup of our signature hot chocolate, handcrafted cocktails, and sweet and savory snacks. There’s holiday cheer in every bite here at the Garden.

Hands holding a mixed salad in a bowl.

Pine Tree Café

The family-friendly menu features hearty soups, artisanal panini, rustic Neapolitan-style pizza, and delicious signature salads, plus holiday-themed sweet treats and snacks.

  • Daily; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (opens at 9 a.m. on weekends, November 28, and December 22 through 29)
  • Holiday Train Nights; Open until Garden closes
An elegantly plated dessert featuring orange and red fruits

Hudson Garden Grill

No visit to NYBG is complete without a meal at our renowned farm-to-table restaurant, the Hudson Garden Grill. Savor seasonally inspired dishes and decadent desserts made from locally sourced, ethically produced ingredients.

  • Tuesday through Friday; 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Weekends, November 28, and December 22 through 29; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Holiday Train Nights: Dining room open until 8 p.m.; Bar Car at the patio open from 6 p.m. until Garden closes
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Spruce Bar at the Visitor Center Patio

Grab a quick snack or beverage from this outdoor venue. Offerings include hot chocolate or spiced apple cider, plus holiday cookies, warm churros, and a full bar with festive signature cocktails.

  • Weekends, November 28, and December 22 through 29; noon to 6 p.m.
  • Holiday Train Nights; Open until Garden closes
An arrangement of cookies and chocolates

The Pinecone Pop-up at the Visitor Center Plaza

Start your visit to the Holiday Train Show with hot chocolate, cider, cookies, and more.

  • Weekends, November 28, and December 22 through 29; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Holiday Train Nights; Event start until Garden closes as dictated by demand

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