New Year’s Eve is approaching in the coming weeks and if you’re still trying to figure out plans, why not at least start it off with a tasty meal? Going into 2024 with a proper final feast can be a great send off, and many of NYC’s restaurants are offering delicious specials. From prix-fixe menus to full-on live music experiences, there’s a little something for everyone and every budget! Here’s our favorite NYE dinners being served in NYC this year!
1. The Jazz Club, Midtown
Let’s start with a unique NYE dinner with a show! This live music venue in the iconic Crown Building, will host a New Year’s Eve celebration with Creative Director Brian Newman, also known as the Grammy-nominated bandleader for Lady Gaga.
He and his ten-piece orchestra will ring in the new year along with DJ performances…all while you feast on tantalizing snacks like seared A5 wagyu, truffled grilled cheese sandwiches, gourmet canapés, and champagne. You can make a reservation by contacting reservations@thejazzclub.com.
Where: 9 W 56th St
2. Electric Lemon, Hudson Yards
This stunning rooftop restaurant on the 24th floor of the Equinox Hotel in Hudson Yards will be offering a celebratory six-course tasting menu for $275/person, from 8:30 pm – midnight. The pre-fixe menu will come with dishes like Capricci, Lobster with caviar, Filet Mignon and a whole lot more! Not to mention there will be a live DJ, festive decor, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight! See full menu and make a reservation here.
Where: 33 Hudson Yards, Floor 24
3. Le Crocodile, Williamsburg
French restaurant favorite Le Crocodile in Brooklyn will be open for normal service hours on NYE, offering a prix fixe menu for $165/person, with the option to add on a $65 wine pairing. The menu will include foie gras mousse, braised veal brisket, confit halibut, mini tiered chocolate cake with sparklers, and many more choices! This is our option for one of the most beautiful restaurant options for New Year’s Eve. See full menu and make a reservation here.
Where: 80 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn
4. Virginia’s, East Village
For one night only, this beloved East Village bistro will be serving an a la carte ala carte menu of seasonal favorites, including Leek Risotto, $40 Prime Rib, and their iconic burger featuring a custom Dry Aged Blend from Albanese Butcher. Plus, there will be cocktails with a twist – a martini topped with toasted almond, espresso variations with notes of vanilla and a Spicy Margarita with Thai Chili Oil. See the full menu and make a reservation here.
Where: 200 E 3rd St
5. Bubby’s, Tribeca
Start off 2024 with Bubby’s Champagne & Fried Chicken New Year’s Eve Dinner, a 1.5 hour experience including buckets of crispy fried chicken, flaky buttermilk biscuits with homemade seasonal jam, coleslaw, choice of pie, and unlimited champagne! The meal is $65 per person and can you can book a spot here.
Where: 120 Hudson St
6. Porchlight, Chelsea
Porchlight’s final night of it’s holiday pop-up experience Camp Porchlight will be on NYE, and its wintry apres-ski vibe will set the tone for 2024! They’re offering a $275 package that comes with a 4 course prix fixe menu with cocktail pairing, as well as an all-night reserved table, open bar and late-night bites at their party deeper into the night! Learn more details and book your spot here!
Where: 271 11th Ave
7. Huda, East Williamsburg
This brand new Middle Eastern restaurant in East Williamsburg serves up Levantine culture and cuisine like you’ve never had before! For all of our foodies looking for new recs, stop by this spot where they’ll be serving a special pre-fixe dinner (5 pm – midnight), which includes dishes such as Mansef, Blistered Grapes, Winter Chicories, Choux Farci, Milk & Honey, and a glass of champagne. It’s $150/person and it can be booked here!
Where: 312 Leonard St, Brooklyn
8. Antica Pesa, Williamsburg
There’s a reason Antica Pesa was named in the 50 Best Italian Restaurants List for 2024 by 50 Top Italy…and it’s the perfect meal to start your new year’s culinary journey! From 6 pm – 12 am there will be 3 seating times ($100/person for 6 & 8 pm, $130/person for 10 pm) to pick from.
You’ll get the full experience here, including a welcome glass of prosecco and dishes like Prosciutto di Anatra, Risotto al Gran Peposo, Radici e Salsa Erborinata, and many more! If you’re looking for a hearty Italian feast, this is the one for you. See full menu and book a spot here.
Where: 115 Berry St, Brooklyn
9. Philippe Chow, Chelsea & Upper East Side
This upscale Chinese restaurant is offering 3 distinct NYE experiences with multiple seatings, including a 16-course tasting menu available for $175 per person from 7 pm onward. Menu highlights including Chicken Satay, Wok Fried or Sautéed Lobster, Peking Duck and Cotton Candy Baked Alaska flambéed tableside.
If you want to go beyond the normal menu, you can elevate the celebration with the Golden Package (bottle of Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut for $250/pp) , or the Platinum Package (bottle of Moët & Chandon Nectar Imperial Rosé for $325/pp).
Where:
Chelsea – 355 W 16th St
Upper East Side – 33 E 60th St
10. The Standard Grill, Meatpacking
Dine at The Standard Grill on NYE and you’ll be delighted to a $175/person prix-fixe dinner including an additional choice of $95 wine pairing. Menu highlights include Tuna Tartare, Pan Roast Halibut, White Truffle Mac & Cheese, plus additional options to add a Seafood Tower, Caviar Service, and more! Not to mention there will be a champagne toast at midnight and live jazz music at 10 pm! See full menu and make a reservation here.
Where: 848 Washington St (Hight Line)
11. Eataly, SoHo
Eataly just opened a brand new location in SoHo last month, and for NYE they’re serving a special, four-course menu at $125 per person along with exclusive menu supplements such as Prime bone-in ribeye with a porcini mushroom rub, raw oysters on the half shelf, and Snakeriver Farms Wagyu skewers. You can expect pastas, burrata, tiramasu, and lots of other Italian classics! See full menu and book a spot here.
Where: 200 Lafayette St
12. The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges, Upper East Side
Looking to ball out on a New Year’s Eve dinner? Stop by The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges in the historic Upper East Side for their New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner, featuring champagne, a special menu, live music, as well as a DJ into the night. Menu highlights include Yellowfin Tuna and Black Truffle Tartare, Main Lobster, Seared Wagyu Beef Tenderloin, Valrhona Hot Chocolate, and of course a Coupe de Champagne! It’s priced at $598 per person and you can book here.
Where: 25 E 77th St
13. Casa Bond, NoHo
How about that Tulum New Year’s Eve vacation that you’ve always dreamt of? Casa Bond is close enough…a Mexican restaurant serving delicious a-la-carte fare from 5 pm – 8 pm and two formal prix fixe menu seatings ($150/pp) at 8 pm and 10 pm. Of course there will be a DJ, party favors, and a Champagne toast at midnight! See menus and plan your visit here.
Where: 334 Bowery
14. Caviar Russe, Midtown
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Where: 538 Madison Ave
15. COTE Korean Steakhouse, Flatiron
This famous NYC steak house is hosting an opulent tasting menu across two seatings ranging from $275-275 on NYE. Menu highlights include COTE’s signature “Steak & Eggs,” Butcher’s Celebration, longevity noodles and more. See the full menu and book your spot here!
Where: 16 W 22nd St