Where To See Santa Near Merrick This Christmas Season

MERRICK, NY — Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Merrick families. Kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.

Here are the details:

• A Breakfast with Santa is also scheduled for Patrizia's of Massapequa on Sunday, Dec. 15. The 9 a.m. event features a breakfast buffet and holiday music. Guests should have cameras ready for their children's meet and greet with Santa. It's free for children under 2.

Admission is $50 for adults and $25 for children. Reservations are required. You can call the restaurant at 516-218-8400. Patrizia's is located at 4914 Merrick Road in Massapequa Park.

• Time for Santa Photos at Roosevelt Field Mall. Santa will meet children every day through Dec. 24.

It takes place in the North Court on the Purple Parking Deck between Dick's Sporting Goods and Bloomingdale's. You can make a reservation on the mall's website.

• The Milleridge Inn is hosting Breakfast with Santa weekends leading up to Christmas.

Enjoy your favorite breakfast items and meet Santa for a photo.It takes place on Saturdays, Dec. 7 and 21. Families also eat and see Santa on Sundays, Dec. 15 and 22.Seatings are at every half-hour from 9 a.m. to noon.
The pre-paid event is $49.95 for adults and $32.95 for children ages 2-12. Breakfast with Santa is free for youngsters under 2. The Milleridge Inn's number is 516-931-2201.