Yuletide Day 21
Celebrate the Shortest Day of the Year!
Today marks the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. This day has been a moment of awe and reflection for thousands of years, particularly in Ireland, where the solstice is intertwined with ancient traditions of renewal and light. For Day 21 of our Yuletide Calendar, we’re celebrating with a cozy Brunch Special to honor this season of connection, warmth, and the return of longer days.
Winter Solstice Dawn Illuminates Passage of Newgrange - Source
Winter Solstice in Ireland
The Winter Solstice held deep significance for ancient Irish communities, symbolizing hope, renewal, and the cyclical nature of life. One of the most remarkable examples of this is Newgrange, a 5,000-year-old monument in County Meath. Built even before the pyramids of Egypt, Newgrange is perfectly aligned with the rising sun on the solstice.
At sunrise, light streams through a small roof-box above the entrance, illuminating the inner chamber for a brief but magical moment. This stunning display reflects the belief in the triumph of light over darkness—a concept that resonates through Irish culture to this day.
In addition to these celestial marvels, the solstice was a time for communities to gather, share food, and look forward to the coming year. Though the details of these ancient rituals are largely speculative, they likely involved communal feasts and storytelling, fostering a spirit of togetherness that we continue to cherish.
Yuletide Special
In the spirit of the Winter Solstice, we’re inviting you to gather around our tables and share a meal with loved ones. For Yuletide Day 21, enjoy Buy One Brunch Entrée, Get the Second Half Off (of equal or lesser value).
How to Redeem:
Share the secret code word “Newgrange” with your server to unlock this exclusive Yuletide offer!
Brunch Highlights
Our brunch menu is packed with warm, hearty dishes to brighten the season:
Irish Breakfast: A hearty morning feast with fried eggs, rashers, sausage, baked beans, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms, and sourdough toast.
Eggs Benedict: Choose from our unique takes on this classic dish, including Irish Benedict, Fried Chicken Benedict, Lox & Spuds Benedict, or Winter’s Florentine Benedict.
Bananas Foster French Toast: Vanilla custard-filled brioche, deep-fried to golden perfection, served with powdered sugar, brûléed bananas, and rich Bananas Foster syrup. A decadent treat!
The Dubliner: Inspired by a dish we enjoyed in Dublin! Smoky chorizo, sweet potato, avocado, poached eggs, peanut rayu, sautéed mushrooms, and your choice of toast. An elevated and flavorful egg toast experience!
Yuletide Day 21 | Brunch Special | Buy One, Get One Half Off
📅 Today Only | 10 AM–2 PM
(Code word: Newgrange)
Cap off your night with live music by Nick Mardon from 7–10 PM!
The Winter Solstice is a time to reflect, reconnect, and look forward to the light returning. Whether you’re gathering with friends, family, or loved ones, we hope today’s brunch is a moment to create cherished memories and celebrate the spirit of the season.
Holiday Hours & Events Reminder
As we head into the holidays, here’s a quick update on our hours and exciting events:
Tonight! Live Music - Nick Mardon 7 PM-10 PM
Monday, Dec 23 & Dec 30: Open 12 PM–9 PM
Christmas Eve: Open 9 AM–3 PM (Join us for brunch & live holiday music)
Christmas Day: Closed
New Year’s Eve: Open 12 PM–10 PM
Celebrate Irish New Year at 4 PM and New York New Year at 9 PM!
Nick Mardon will perform throughout the day.
Special NYE dinner, drink specials, and champagne toasts at each celebration (details coming soon!).
New Year’s Day: Open 12 PM–9 PM
Bloody Mary Bar: 10 AM–1 PM
Ladies’ Night: 6 PM–9 PM ($8 martinis & live music)
January 5th: Nollaig na mBan Afternoon Tea (details coming soon!).
