Sure, the reindeer pull the sleigh, but a man’s gotta eat. And at these nine venues, Santa Claus will be on hand for buffets, bottomless Bellinis and bacon. Don your holiday best, clean those camera lenses and bring your gift wish list for the big guy.
Breakfast with Santa at Neiman Marcus
The posh department store is whipping up brioche French toast, scrambled eggs with herbed creme fraiche, breakfast meats and (for the adults) mimosas. Santa Mike will read a story and a photographer will be there to capture the moment on Dec. 6, 9 a.m. Tickets are $70 for adults, $55 for kids 3-12 and free for tots younger than 3. 2255 International Drive, McLean
Breakfast with Santa
Holy Trinity Falls Church will host a free morning meal Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-noon, that includes plates of pancakes, sausage, fruit and sweets. With full bellies, the whole family can make holiday crafts such as wooden snowmen, “reindeer food,” and a backpack tassel. Of course, Santa will be there, too, ready to take photos with kids and kids at heart. 3022 Woodlawn Ave., Falls Church
Ireland’s Four Provinces
Santa Brunch returns Dec. 7, with seatings at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. (almost sold out) and 1 p.m. The menu includes an omelet station, bacon, shepherd’s pie, corned beef hash, Irish French toast and more. The price for adults is $31.99; $16.99 for kids 10 and younger. 105 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Santa Brunch at the Tower Club Tysons
The annual brunch returns Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with a lavish buffet of seasonal favorites and innovative creations. Adults can sip bottomless mimosas, Bellinis and Bloody Marys. Tickets are $114 for diners 13 and up; $50.40 for kids 6-12; free for the under-6 set. 8000 Towers Crescent Drive, Vienna
Milk and Cookies with Santa
Santa and his holiday-themed friends will be at the ready Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-noon, while guests decorate cookies, make wintry crafts and drink hot chocolate. Kids will also have the opportunity to design and fill a new stuffed animal. Tickets are $20; $15 for McLean Community Center district residents. 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
Jake’s Ice Cream
It’s not technically breakfast—although we won’t judge—but ice cream with Santa totally counts as breaking bread with the big man in red. This scoop shop that employs people with disabilities will have a sensory-friendly Santa meet-and-greet Dec. 13, 1-3 p.m. 6353 Columbia Pike, Falls Church
Breakfast with Santa at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City
Santa will swing by The Ritz for breakfast Dec. 14, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The event, which also includes storytelling and holiday film-watching, is $75. 1250 S. Hayes St., Arlington
Breakfast with Santa at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner
For a luxe experience, sign up for a slot on Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-noon, to whisper your holiday wishes to Santa Claus between bites of charcuterie; salads; made-to-order omelets and waffles; doughnuts and pastries; and carving station meats. Satisfy that sweet tooth with petite buche de Noel, peppermint cheesecake, strawberry mousse Santa hats and other goodies. The experience costs $145 for adults and $60 for children 4-12. 1700 Tysons Blvd., McLean
Annual Brunch with Santa at SER
Ever generous with his time, Santa will make two stops at this family-owned Spanish restaurant in Ballston, Dec. 14 and 21, noon-2 p.m. Decorate cookies, make crafts and enjoy a three-course menu featuring options such as potato pancakes, croquettes, beef, fish, paella, flan and churros con chocolate. Adults can indulge in mimosas, Bellinis, bloodies and sangria. Prices are $65 per adult and $25 per child. 1110 N. Glebe Road, Arlington (Ballston)