Some would argue that the best part about the holiday season is seeing all of the halls, streets, houses and more decked to the nines.
A little twinkling light here, a little red ribbon there, maybe even a candy cane or two.
And, in the age of Instagram photo dumps and TikTok vlogs, what’s more fun than a holiday restaurant or bar with the scenery to match? Here’s a list of “wow” worthy outings in South Jersey for you to hit before the season ends.
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Holiday pop-ups in South Jersey
Vintner Wonderland at Renault Winery, Egg Harbor City
In addition to wine and culinary, this seasonal festival includes ice skating, live entertainment and more.
Kids can play in Santa’s Workshop or write the big man letters with their every wish. Families can also take a pic in the photobooth, explore and bid on decorated trees or enjoy the fire pit when the evening gets chilly.
While skating requires tickets, entry into the venue is free.
The wonderland is open Fridays 4 – 10 p.m., Saturdays 12 – 10 p.m., Sundays 12 – 6 p.m. and 12 – 10 p.m. for all dates Dec. 26 through Dec. 31.
Visit renaultwinery.com for more information.
Address: 72 N. Breman Ave, Egg Harbor City 08215
Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall, Cape May
If you want Christmas by the shore, this is the spot for you.
Open through December 31, Congress Hall has been transformed into a winter wonderland fit for the whole family.
Seasonal events include breakfast with Santa, story time with Mrs. Clause, train and carousel rides, food, shopping and lots of magic.
The hours are Thursday 3-8 p.m., Friday 2-9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
For more information, visit caperesorts.com.
Address: 200 Congress Place, Cape May
Irish Pub Christmas Spectacular, Atlantic City
The Irish Pub & Inn will be decorated for the holidays this season with thousands of twinkling lights and a dazzling Christmas display.
Patrons are welcome to bring the whole family for dinner, treats, shopping and holiday memories through Jan. 6.
For more information, visit atlanticcitynj.com
Address: 164 St. James Place, Atlantic City 08401
Tuckahoe Inn, Marmora
Mikey Coccodrilli poses with holiday decorations at the Tuckahoe Inn in Marmora
If you enjoy some good old-fashioned holiday lights with your dinner, then you’ll love what the Tuckahoe Inn has done with the place.
Grab a meal and enjoy the ambiance of Christmas trees, snowmen, a warm fireplace and more.
Address: 1 Harbor Rd., Marmora, 08223
Holiday Cheer at Bogey’s Bistro, Sewell
What can get better than a festive cocktail? Try 12.
Join Bogey’s Christmas celebrations with a new menu of holiday-inspired mixes, and feel good knowing that 5% of all sales in the month of December will be donated between the Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity, Toys for Tots, My Friends House and the Washington Township Mother’s Cupboard Food Bank.
For more information visit bogeysnj.com.
Address: 501 Pitman Rd., Sewell 08080
Know a place we missed? Let us know and send a photo to kmccormick@gannett.com.
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Kaitlyn McCormick writes about trending issues and community news across South Jersey for the Courier-Post, The Daily Journal and the Burlington County Times. If you have a story she should tell, email her at kmccormick@gannett.com. And subscribe to stay up to date on the news you need.
This article originally appeared on Cherry Hill Courier-Post: 5 South Jersey eateries dressing up for Christmas