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New Year's Eve dining guide

Where to binge away the last supper of the year. 3...2...1...pig out!

December 17, 2008

New Year's Eve dining guide

Before you go out and booze it up, enjoy the last gastronomic gasp of 2009 with these special NYE menus.

New Year's Eve at STK

New Year's Eve at STK

STK - 26 Little W. 12th St. - Meatpacking District
December 31 : 8 p.m. - 4 a.m.

Enjoy a five-hour premium open bar from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the "Meatpacking District's Sexiest, Vamped-Up NYE Fete of the Year!"

New Year's Eve at the Russian Tea Room

New Year's Eve at the Russian Tea Room

Russian Tea Room - 150 W. 57th St. - Midtown West
December 31 : 5 p.m.

The iconic Russian Tea Room will offer two seatings for dinner on New Year's Eve.

New Year's Eve at the Carlton Hotel

New Year's Eve at the Carlton Hotel

The Carlton Hotel - 88 Madison Avenue - New York
December 31 : 9 p.m.

New Year's Eve gets a chic sheen at this classy fete, featuring a six-hour open bar, hors d’oeuvres, a live DJ and midnight champagne toast.

New Year's Eve in Times Square: All-Access Pass

New Year's Eve in Times Square: All-Access Pass

Times Square - Broadway and 42nd St. - New York
December 31 : 6 p.m.

It's the nation's most bombastic ball-drop! $325 gets you access to prime viewing space, plus entry into 10 venues around Times Square.

The End of an Era... The Final Hoorah at Tavern on the Green

The End of an Era... The Final Hoorah at Tavern on the Green

Tavern on the Green - Central Park at West 67th Street - New York
December 31 : 9:30 p.m.

After 30 years in the biz, the iconic restaurant will be closing its doors with a "Farewell Party."

New Year's Eve at Bryant Park Grill

New Year's Eve at Bryant Park Grill

Bryant Park Grill - 25 W 40th St. - Midtown West
December 31 : 10 p.m.

Enjoy a six-hour open bar, midnight champagne toast, gourmet hors d'oeuvres until midnight, a dessert bar and Continental breakfast.

New Year's Eve at Amalia's

New Year's Eve at Amalia's

Amalia - 204 West 55th Street - Midtown West
December 31 : 8 p.m. - 4 a.m.

Swanky Amalia's wants to start your new year off on a most stylish foot.

Times Square New Years Eve at Divine Bar

Times Square New Years Eve at Divine Bar

Divine Bar West - 236 W 54th St. - Midtown West
December 31 : 8 p.m. - 4 a.m.

The wine and tapas lounge offers up a New Year's party near all the revelry in Times Square.

Dave & Buster's New Year's Eve Party

Dave & Buster's New Year's Eve Party

Dave and Buster's - 234 W. 42nd St. - Midtown West
December 31 : 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Come together to eat, drink (for five hours of open bar) and play at Dave & Buster's family-friendly party in Times Square.

New Year's Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise

New Year's Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise

Chelsea Piers - 62 Chelsea Piers - Chelsea
December 31 : 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.

This New York City Harbor cruise forgoes the cheesy New Year's gimmicks and opts instead for a night of live jazz and fine dining.

New Year's Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise

New Year's Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise

Chelsea Piers - 62 Chelsea Piers - Chelsea
December 31 : 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Hop on board Spirit Cruises New Year's Eve ship and sail into the the new year.

NYE at One: The Meatpacking District's Hottest Party

NYE at One: The Meatpacking District's Hottest Party

One - One Little West 12th Street - New York
December 31 : 8:45 p.m. - 2 a.m.

An outrageous New Year’s Eve extravaganza in the heart of the Meatpacking District.

Party Under the Ball at Ruby Tuesday

Party Under the Ball at Ruby Tuesday

Ruby Tuesday - 7 Times Square - Midtown West
December 31 : 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Ruby Tuesday celebrates its first New Year's Party with a night of music, drinks and food, all steps away from the Times Square revelry and ball-drop.

New Year's Eve: Top Chef Style

New Year's Eve: Top Chef Style

24 Prince - 24 Prince St. - New York
December 31 : 9 p.m. - 3 a.m.

Why watch the ball drop when you can spend New Year's Eve with Chef Nikki Cascone of Top Chef.

New Year's Eve at The Hotel on Rivington

New Year's Eve at The Hotel on Rivington

The Hotel on Rivington - 107 Rivington St. - New York
December 31 : 9 p.m.

The Hotel on Rivington goes all-out this New Year's, offering four different party spaces for party revelry and cheer, including a 2,000-squar-foot lobby and lounge, LEVANTeast restaurant, a private dining room and a triplex penthouse.

Downtown Countdown

Downtown Countdown

Metro 53 - 307 E 53rd St. - Midtown East

Hosted by Lindy Promotions, Metro 53 and Miller, tonight's Downtown Countdown New Years Eve includes a 5-hour top-shelf open bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, a full dinner buffet, decorations, party favors, DJs and dancing until wee hours. Tickets are currently on sale at $109 for the regular party and $175 for VIP, increasing as the event nears (see website for current rate). For larger parties, a group rate is available by calling 301-652-7712.

Downtown Countdown NY

Downtown Countdown NY

Metro 53 - 307 E 53rd St. - Midtown East
December 31 : 9:30 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.

Metro 53 has covered all the bases for New Year's with a five hour top-shelf open bar, gourmet dinner buffet and a DJ.

New Years Eve 2010 at Mad Dog & Beans

Mad Dog and Beans - 83 Pearl St. - Financial District
December 31 : 9 p.m. - 3 a.m.

$80 per person includes dinner and all you can drink!

New Year's Eve at Guastavino

Guastavino Restaurant - 409 E. 59th St. - Midtown East
December 31 : 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Style, glamour and incomparable panache at one of New York's architectural masterpiece. Fancy!

New Year's Eve: Latin Flair in the Heart of Times Square

Havana Central Times Square - 151 W. 46th St. - Midtown West
December 31 : 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Nothing says "New Years" quite like Times Square. Havana Central is capitalizing off the inevitable crowd with an exclusive New Year's Eve bash.

Ring in The New Year With a Smile (And Unibrow) at Crema

Ring in The New Year With a Smile (And Unibrow) at Crema

Crema - 111 W. 17th St. - Chelsea
December 31 : 7 p.m.

It’s a “Frida” farewell to 2009.

New Year's Eve Menu at Armani Ristorante

New Year's Eve Menu at Armani Ristorante

Armani / Ristorante 5th Avenue - 717 Fifth Ave. - Midtown East
December 31 : 5:30 p.m.

The last dinner of 2009 at this sleek eatery is on the pricey side—but your palate will be treated like royalty.

Celebrate el Año Nuevo at Mercadito

Celebrate el Año Nuevo at Mercadito

Mercadito - 179 Ave. B - East Village
December 31 : 9:30 p.m.

Tastings aplenty and mariachi music to llame en 2010.

Próspero Año Nuevo at Mercadito Cantina

Próspero Año Nuevo at Mercadito Cantina

Mercadito Cantina - 172 Avenue B - East Village
December 31 : 9:30 p.m.

Guacamole, tacos and more for your 2009 wrap-up.

New Year's Eve at Bondi Road and Sunburnt Cow

New Year's Eve at Bondi Road and Sunburnt Cow

December 31 : 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Gorge, gulp and ice luge your way into the New Year.

NYE at Eighty One

NYE at Eighty One

Eighty One - 45 W. 81st St. - Upper West Side
December 31 : 5:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Start your night here with a 3-course prix fixe or party later with a 4-course meal.

New Year's Eve 2009 at Spice Market

New Year's Eve 2009 at Spice Market

Spice Market - 403 W. 13th St. - West Village
December 31 : 9 p.m.

All sorts of Asian-inspired dishes (and a DJ too) wait for the last din of the year.

New Year’s Eve at Rouge Tomate

New Year’s Eve at Rouge Tomate

Rouge Tomate - 10 E. 60th St. - New York
December 31 : 6 p.m.

A sleek and health-conscious close to 2009.

Close 2009 at Marfa

Close 2009 at Marfa

Marfa - 101 E. Second St. - East Village
December 31 : 6 p.m.

Lots of saucy stuff served up with arts and tunes.

New Year’s Eve Tasting Menu at Beppe

New Year’s Eve Tasting Menu at Beppe

Beppe - 45 E. 22nd St. - Flatiron
December 31 : 5:30 p.m.

Plenty of flavors make up this multi-course meal set to finish your dining year.

New Years Eve at A Voce

New Years Eve at A Voce

December 31 : 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Two 4-course dinners are available at either the uptown or down.

Pampano's New Year's Eve Dinner

Pampano's New Year's Eve Dinner

Pampano - 209 E. 49th St. - Midtown East
December 31 : 5 p.m.

A sextet of generally sea-faring supper items come your way for a year-end prix fixe.

New Year’s Eve at Maya

New Year’s Eve at Maya

Maya - 1191 First Ave. - Lenox Hill
December 31 : 5 p.m.

Two chances to check out what Chef Richard Sandoval’s cooking for NYE.

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Primehouse

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Primehouse

Primehouse New York - 381 Park Ave. S. - New York
December 31 : 4 p.m.

All sorts of hearty dishes and champagnes by the glass are at the ready for your 2009 dinner finale.

Watch the Ball Drop at Blaue Gans

Watch the Ball Drop at Blaue Gans

Blaue Gans - 139 Duane St. - Tribeca
December 31 : 10 p.m.

A little Austrian cuisine before saying “auf wiedersehen” to 2009.

Celebrating the New Year at SHO Shaun Hergatt

Celebrating the New Year at SHO Shaun Hergatt

SHO Shaun Hergatt - The Setai - 40 Broad St - Financial District
December 31 : 5:30 p.m.

An upscale and fancy tasting feast comes in both quick and extended session.

NYE Brunch at Rock Center Café

NYE Brunch at Rock Center Café

Rock Center Cafe - Rockefeller Center - 20 W 50th St. - Midtown West
December 31 : 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Rock's keeping everything familiar and friendly for your first brunch of the year.

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Dinner at La Lanterna

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Dinner at La Lanterna

La Lanterna Caffe - 129 MacDougal St - Greenwich Village
December 31 : 6:30 p.m.

Looks to be a romantic beginning to 2010 via the lovely dining settings (and menu too).

Two New Year’s Eve Dinner Seatings at Piccola Cucina

Piccola Cucina - 184 Prince St. - SoHo
December 31 : 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Take on seven rounds then head out, or stick around until midnight with a 10-course meal.

Celebrating New Year’s Eve 2009 at Wildwood BBQ

Celebrating New Year’s Eve 2009 at Wildwood BBQ

Wildwood Barbeque - 225 Park Ave. South - Gramercy
December 31 : 5:30 p.m.

Giving us yankees a down-home NYE din menu of saucy dishes to choose from.

Giano’s New Year’s Eve Menu

Giano’s New Year’s Eve Menu

Giano - 126 E. Seventh St. - East Village
December 31 : 5:30 p.m.

Two seatings for a 3-course din created to welcome in il Nuovo Anno.

New Year’s Eve at The Smith

New Year’s Eve at The Smith

The Smith - 55 Third Ave. - East Village
December 31 : 10 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Peace out 2009 with a 3-course din and open bar.

Celebrating New Year's at Chez Josephine

Celebrating New Year's at Chez Josephine

Chez Josephine - 414 W. 42nd St. - Midtown West
December 31 : 8 p.m.

A festive farewell to 2009, marked by music and popular, upscale entrées.

BONDST New Year's Eve Omakase

BONDST New Year's Eve Omakase

Bond Street - 6 Bond St. - NoHo
December 31 : 6 p.m.

A massive meal comes your way to say sayonara to 2009.

Matsuri Celebrates New Year's Eve

Matsuri Celebrates New Year's Eve

Matsuri - 369 W. 16th St. - Chelsea
December 31 : 6 p.m.

Japanese cuisine sided by wild traditional drumming set to welcome in 2010

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