No place is more magical than Rockefeller Center at Christmastime. See the famous plaza in all its holiday glory now that this year’s tree is up and decorated with 30,000 lights and a 10-foot star – and maybe stick around for a little skating. Afterwards, relax at one of these nearby restaurants.

Café S.F.A.

Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave.

(between 49th and 50th streets), eighth floor

(212) 940-4080

The best seats offer a bird’s-eye view of Rockefeller Center and the tree; it’s also a pleasant spot for soups and sandwiches, pasta or afternoon tea.

Morrell Wine Bar & Cafe

1 Rockefeller Plaza

(49th Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues)

(212) 262-7700

Choose from 150 wines by the glass with the stylish menu at this trim and handsome café.

The Sea Grill

Rockefeller Center, 19 W. 49th St.

(between Fifth and Sixth avenues)

(212) 332-7610

Chef Ed Brown’s simply grilled or sauteed fish dishes are as spectacular as the rink-hugging setting at this favorite for business lunches or romantic dinners.

Two Boots

30 Rockefeller Plaza, downstairs

(between 49th and 50th streets)

(212) 332-8800

The thin, cornmeal-crusted pizzas with punchy toppings and celebrity names can’t be beat at this subterranean member of the lively Cajun-Italian chainlette.

Citarella

1240 Sixth Ave.

(at 49th Street)

(212) 332-1515

Seafood and desserts from the owner of the city’s revered gourmet stores are given their due in an elegant, multilevel townhouse setting.