Features Holiday New Years Events EVENT Homepage 50+ CT Restaurants To Celebrate New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day (2023 Edition) April Guilbault December 20, 2023 2023 went by in the blink of an eye and now it’s the time again to say goodbyeSo long, yes, but also hello tooand may 2024 be wonderfully good to you. With tasty food and bubbly drinkwe celebrate and sing, our glasses clinkWe toast and dance, reminisce and dine,trying to remember the words to Ol Lang SyneNo one knows, no one really caresits about being together as good wishes blareSo, dine and drink well before that ball dropsand know that all of us at CTbites think you are tops!Fairfield County Evarito’s-Norwalk www.evaritos.comRing in the new year at Evarito's! Whether you're looking to indulge in foodie heaven with NYE chef specials for dinner or party your way into 2024 with a DJ, midnight toast and late night party, they will have something for everyone. Enjoy a la carte dinner from 4-9:30 pm. The late night party and food buffet will follow, starting at 9:30 pm. $50 per person includes two drinks, the late night party food buffet, midnight toast, party favors, and big screens for the ball drop. For more details please visit https://www.evaritos.comBlind Rhino-Bridgeport, Norwalk www.theblindrhino.comGet ready to party! This New Year’s Eve, the always festive sports-bar-with-pub-eats The Blind Rhino will host a LIVE Ball Drop in both of their locations, Black Rock and South Norwalk! Their Black Rock location is going to be a rockin’ Y2K-themed party so plan on partying like it’s 1999/2000! While in South Norwalk, a DJ will keep you dancing until the wee hours of the new year. Blind Rhino has the *only* Ball Drop in the whole state of Connecticut so you don’t want to miss this! Make your reservations for a night to remember and great way to kick off 2024! Visit their website at theblindrhino.com/reservationsDon Memo-Westport www.donmemowestport.comCome celebrate New Year’s Eve at Don Memo Mexican Cantina, located in downtown Westport! They will be serving a special prix fixe New Year’s Eve 4-course menu that includes a glass of complimentary Prosecco. They will also have their traditional menu for your celebratory dining as well. Don Memo is a fun, creative take on Mexican fare inspired by the travels to Oxacana, Mexico City and Puebla. Washington Prime-Norwalk www.washingtonprimect.comJoin Washington Prime for their annual Roaring 20's Prohibition New Year's Eve. The evening kicks off at 7PM with a 3-course meal, including a choice of appetizer, choice of entree and choice of dessert for each guest. Beautiful seafood, caviar, lamb, prime meats and more! The ticket price also includes an open bar all night long. In addition, the Swingadelics, one of NYC's premiere swing bands, will be there to provide music for the dance floor! Price is $200 per ticket and includes tax and gratuity. Seating is limited and Washington Prime will be closed to the public. Reservations available via OpenTable or by calling the restaurant at (203) 857-1314. Jacob’s Pickles-Norwalk www.jacobspickles.comCelebrate New Year's Eve at Jacob's Pickles dancing the night away with live music from Suck'r Punch! Ticketed event offers two different seating levels and features two cocktails, their delicious southern spread including shrimp cocktail, deviled eggs, ribs, mac n cheese, sweet treats and more, and of course a bubbly toast at midnight. Get ready to ring in 2024 with Jacob's Pickles!Allium Eatery-Westport @alliumeateryNew Year’s Eve 5-course tasting menu for you to enjoy as you ring in 2024! Vegetarian menu is available upon request. Reserve soon for your choice of bar or table seating and times. Call 203-557-3060.Aquila’s Nest Vineyard-Newtownwww.aquilasnestvineyards.comNew Year’s Eve Extravaganza Celebration from 6:00-10:00pm with plenty of wine, hors d’oeuvres, live music, and plenty of dancing and fun. Open to all ages. Book your reservations online now!Artisan-Southportwww.artisansouthport.comNew Year’s Eve Gala with dinner and dancing starting at 8:30pm or go earlier for a la carte dinner options. Ring in 2024 enjoying festive food, dancing, and drinks! Call soon for reservations.Balducci’s-Greenwich, Westportwww.balduccis.comNew Year’s catering for you (via pickup or delivery)! A variety of party platters, Caviar, Sushi and seafood platters, Brunch and Breakfast options, desserts and more.Basso Restaurant and Wine Bar-Westportwww.bassobistrocafe.comHead to their New Year’s Eve bash featuring the Afro-Cuban vibe of Manny’s Boogaloo 6-piece Orchestra! Your ticket will include Cotillon and Open Bar from 9:30pm-midnight; the music continues longer so you can dance your way into the New Year.Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ-variouswww.bearsbbq.comHoliday meals to feed a crowd! They’ve got a holiday dinner package for 2 or 6-8 people complete with meat of choice, sides and dessert, whole meats such as Smoked Turkey, Baby Back Ribs, and Impossible Meatloaf, meats by the pound and plenty of a la carte options of delicious apps, sides, salads and desserts. Check “meal” prep off your list!The Cottage-Greenwich, Westportwww.thecottagewestport.comThe Cottage Greenwich and Westport will be open 6:00pm to 10:00pm on New Year's Eve. Enjoy a five course chef's tasting menu with optional wine pairings. Reservations are required and can be made by visiting thecottage.kitchen or OpenTable.Fortina-Stamfordwww.fortinapizza.comFortina Stamford is throwing a Roaring 20s New Year's Eve Party starting at 9:00pm with a live DJ, a complimentary midnight champagne toast and a raffle drawn at 11:00pm. Enjoy the Happy Hour menu throughout the restaurant and bottle service upon request. Reservations at fortinapizza.com/reservations, and the first 50 guests 21+ will receive a complimentary party shot!Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill-Fairfieldwww.geronimobarandgrill.comGeronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill will celebrate New Year’s Eve with its a la carte menu and holiday specials, as well as live music. The kitchen will also be open until midnight! Reserve online or by calling 203.955.1643.Happy Monkey by Jean-Georges-Greenwich www.happymonkeygreenwich.comHappy Monkey by Jean-Georges, which is Jean-Georges' first in Connecticut, will feature some of its signature dishes along with festive specialty items sprinkled in on New Year's Eve. There will be live music by Rick Reyes to help ring in the new year. Reservations can be made here.Herbaceous Catering-Bridgeportwww.herbaceouscatering.comHeat & Eat hors d'oeuvres available from Herbaceous Catering this year! Foods such as Mushroom Pot Pie with parmesan whip, Figs (!) in a Blanket with honey & black pepper as well as Shaved Brussels Sprout Parmesan taco kits, available for pick up exclusively at the Westport Farmers Market. La Plage at Longshore-Westportwww.laplagewestport.comCelebrate New Year’s Eve with a view; dinner seatings with an a la carte menu or Gala seatings for New Year’s Eve with a 5-course prix fixe menu, complete with oysters, truffles, caviar and more decadence to usher in the New Year. Call or go online at OpenTable for reservations. L’escale-Greenwichwww.lescalerestaurant.comSpend New Years Eve at L’escale, enjoying their Gala Menu of a 5-course prix fixe holiday dinner, accompanied by live music, dancing, and a champagne toast at midnight. Reservations required.Little Dumpling House-Westportwww.hemmakitchen.comNew Year’s Eve dumpling party pack coming your way, lil’ dumplin’; 20 each of Pork & Ginger, Chicken, and Tofu Shiitake potstickers, three signature sauces, along with sides and sweets. Order online by December 23rd.OKO-Westportwww.okokitchen.comOKO Westport and Rye will be open 5:00pm to 10:00pm on New Year's Eve for both dine-in and takeout service. Enjoy the a la carte menu or the Omakase 16-course chef's tasting menu upon request. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made by visiting okokitchen.com or OpenTable.Pier 131-Shelton www.pier131.com For your New Year’s dining they are having a special holiday menu with their most beloved dishes, along with some new and delicious starters and main courses. To top it all off, there will be fireworks starting at 8:00pm, a DJ ramping up the tune at 9:30pm.Make your reservations for 5pm, 7pm, or 9pm. Prime-Stamford stamford.restaurantprime.comEnjoy their 4-course prix fixe dinner menu, brimming with delights such as Prime seafood, sushi, Porterhouse for Two, paella and so much more. They’ll have a late night DJ playing you into the New Year too! Reserve online.Saugatuck Provisions-Westportwww.toasttab.com/saugatuck-provisions-580-riverside-avenueAnything you could need to whip up a tremendous holiday meal can be found here, so run don’t walk and get all your shopping done in one place; local lamb chops, Dry Aged Standing Rib Roast, caviar, cakes, pies, even Pigs in Blankets. Tony’s at the J House-Greenwich www.tonysatthejhouse.com Tony’s at the J House will be offering a three-course, festive menu on New Year’s Eve with 4:00pm-6:30pm seatings ($95pp) or 8:30pm-on seatings ($125pp) including a DJ, dancing, and champagne toast. Reserve online or call 203.698.6999.The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s-Darienwww.watersedgeatgiovannis.comTo ring in 2024, The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s is offering you *two* ways to celebrate. Come for dinner and enjoy the best steaks, lobster, pasta and more. Or if you choose, continue the fun at 9:30pm with DJLIVE Entertainment, with music, dancing, desserts and a champagne toast at midnight. Cover Charge is $50.00 per person for the dance party. Tickets on www.eventbrite.comThe Wheel-Stamfordwww.thevillagewheel.comRing in the new year at The Wheel, which will be offering a dinner buffet, live entertainment and complimentary champagne toast from 5:00pm-1:00am or join them on New Year’s Day for a Jazz Brunch, with a celebratory buffet and live jazz music to start the New Year. Make reservations online.Hartford CountyMarket Grille-Manchester www.marketgrillct.com Join Market Grille in Manchester to make your New Year's Eve a night to remember! They are offering several different options for you this year: Deciding to stay in? Order their take out option for $150 that includes a 4-course meal for two, a bottle of champagne and party favors. Looking for just dinner? Market Grille is offering a 3- course $55 prix fix menu from 3:00pm-10:00pm. Reservations highly recommended. Or you want to party? Dance the night away with their NYE party package! For $100/person it includes a 4.5 hour open bar, DJ, apps and a 3-course dinner, a champagne toast at midnight and party favors! Reservations required.Artisan-West Hartford www.artisanwesthartford.comBrimming with cheer and delicious holiday flavors, reserve your spot for their Gala Seating from 8:00pm-10:00pm highlighting a special New Year’s Eve 5-course menu. First seating is a la carte from 5:00pm-7:00pm.Cafe Aura-Manchester www.cafeaura.comJoin Cafe Aura for a New Year’s Eve brunch from 11:00am-2:00pm. What nicer way to end the year than with a Mimosa, Bloody, and champagne along with omelets of your choice, three different kinds of Egg Benedict, burgers, pancakes, Challah French Toast and much much more.The Charles-Wethersfieldwww.thecharlesct.comTwo seatings to choose from as you celebrate Casino Royale Style, 5-7pm and 7pm-1am - both include a 4-course prix fixe menu with specialty cocktail pairings available. Second seating includes a 1 hour cocktail/hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight! Open all weekend, end the year with a cozy lunch or dinner by the fire. Make reservations and buy tickets online.Evergreen Restaurant/The Simsbury Inn-Simsbury www.classichotelsofct.comThis year, Evergreen is offering both a New Year’s Eve dinner, with a limited a la carte menu in their Twigs Lounge (no reservations, first come, first served) and their award-winning New Year’s Eve brunch for adults and children. Reservations required for brunch-call 860-392-0309.Le Mazet-West Hartford www.eatlemazet.comFor New Year’s Eve, channel your inner Francophile and choose one of two seatings to enjoy their special menu that features Arethusa Cheese Plates, caviar, Duck Breast Roulade, Sole Meunière, Chocolate Crepe Cake and, of course, bubbly! 2024 will start off tres magnifique.Millwright’s Restaurant and Tavern-Simsburywww.millwrightsrestaurant.comRing in 2023 with either a 3-course or 5-course prix fixe dinner, comprised with all manner of festive dishes from their raw bar delicacies to decadent entrees and swoon worthy desserts to sweeten the New Year. Call soon for your seating and reservation, 860-651-5500.Raw-Hartford www.likeitraw.comJoin the fun for a *raw* New Year’s Eve! From 5:00-pm-7:00pm, enjoy a 4-course prix fixe menu with speciality cocktails. Or get a little more raw from 7:00pm-1:00am with their 4-course prix fixe menus which includes cocktails, an hors d’oeuvres hour and a champagne toast. For tickets, see website or call 860-461-0245.The Russell-Hartfordwww.therussellct.comA New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball! Not one or two, but three DJs spinning you into 2024! Doors open at 8:00pm and don’t close until 3:00am. Get your tickets online at www.eventbrite.comSeasons Restaurant and Tap Room/Avon Old Farms Hotel-Avonwww.seasonsrestaurantavon.comOpen on New Year’s Eve for a festive holiday Brunch from 10:00am-3:00pm, so start your celebrating early! Reservations required, call 860-269-0240.Union Kitchen-West Hartfordwww.unionkitchenct.comEnjoy a special 3-course menu for New Year’s Eve and enjoy such dishes as Fennel Rubbed Pork bElly, Rhode Island-style Calamari, Yankee Pot Roast, Scottish Salmon, Apple Pie and Salted Chocolate Tart. They will also have a Chef’s Tasting Menu and wine pairing. Reserve online.Litchfield CountyMateria Ristorante-Litchfield www.materiaristo.com Savor your holiday season and enjoy a memorable New Year’s Eve dinner crafted by award-winning Chef David DiStasi and his team. They will be offering a limited a la carte dinner service with an elevated chef tasting menu. Two different wine pairing options are available. Your experience awaits! Buon Appetito!Community Table-New Preston www.communitytablect.comReserve your spot now for their New Year’s Eve prix fixe menu, with first and second seatings. Menu includes such dishes as Maine Lobster Bisque, Terrine of Hudson Valley Fois Gras, Pan Roasted Magret Duck Breast and Allen Ranch Grass-fed Rib Eye of Beef. Reserve online.Ore Hill & Swyft-Kentwww.orehillandswyft.comJoin them on New Year’s Eve for a special and decadent Truffle Dinner, held at 6:00pm, consisting of 4 courses and then some. Wine pairing, cocktail specials and spirit free beverages available as well. Make reservations online at Resy or call 860-592-0404.New London CountyDavid Burke Prime-Foxwoods Resort Casino www.davidburkeprime.com David Burke Prime will ring in your 2024 with a meal to remember, featuring Crispy Wagyu Dumplings, West Coast Oysters, and Surf & Turf with an 8oz. filet mignon and a 5 oz. lobster tail on their special menu. Experience this award-winning American steakhouse's inviting atmosphere while feasting on meats handpicked and dry-aged in the restaurant’s in-house dry-aging room - a room that earned them a United States Patent for the dry-aging process. One of Connecticut's favorite dining destinations at Foxwoods, the menu offers many signature specialties, such as the show-stopping Smoking Seafood Tower and their Prime's award winning wine program - with 7,500 bottles of premium wine from around the world. Reserve online via OpenTable.Captain Daniel Packer Inner-Mysticwww.danielpacker.comSavor a 3-course prix fixe menu at this cozy and historic Mystic establishment that has been standing on its present site for more than 250 years. Complimentary glass of champagne is included. Menu items may be prepared gluten-free and vegan. Call 860-536-3555 for reservations.The Irons at Hilton Mystic-Mysticwww.theironsmystic.comMusic by Wicked Peach, Prosecco toast and a Breakfast Buffet, both a midnight. Tickets online at Eventbrite, per availability. https://www.eventbrite.comKensington’s at The Spa at Norwich Inn-Norwichwww.thespaatnorwichinn.comIn addition to their regular menu featuring locally sourced seafood and dry-aged steaks, they will have New Year’s specials of Savory Lobster Cheesecake, Dry-Aged Beef Carpaccio, Cast Iron Halibut, Osso Bucco and more. Reserve online or by calling 860-425-3630.S & P Oyster House-Mystic www.sp-oyster.comGaze at the famous Mystic bridge and river and enjoy their New Year’s Eve 3-course dinner menu, featuring Tuna Tartare Taquitos, Lobster and Poblano Bisque, Pan Seared Sea Scallop Risotto and a 20oz Tomahawk Rib Eye steak. Call 860-536-2674 for reservations.The Shipwright’s Daughter-Mysticwww.shipwrightsdaughter.comChoose your adventure for the night…a 3-course early bird special, a decadent 6-course extravaganza (starting at 7pm) and a Dine & Stay package with The Whaler’s Inn with 15% off room rates. Bonus: the Dine & Stay packages include a Hair-of-the-Dog Brunch on New Year’s Day. Book dinner reservations on Resy and Dine & Stay packages with The Whaler’s Inn.Middlesex CountyThe Griswold Inn-Essexwww.griswoldinn.comTo celebrate the new year and their 265th year! Check website soon for updated information but they have an elegant New Year’s menu planned along with live music of Java Groove playing the "Back Room" from 10pm-1am.Saybrook Point Resort & Marina-Old Saybrookwww.saybrook.comJoin them on New Year’s Eve at 7:00pm for a decadent 5-course dinner, from appetizers to desserts, it will be a delicious way to ring in the New Year! Over 21 party with live band and dancing begins after dinner. Make it a little getaway with their overnight package special! Call 860-395-2000.The Wharf Restaurant-Madisonwww.thewharfmadison.comJoin The Wharf for New Year’s Day brunch with a beautiful view of the beach! All you can eat buffet, complete with a carving station, omelet station, desserts, Bloodies, Mimosas and more. Reserve online. New Haven CountyCafe Melba-Milford www.cafemelbact.comEuropean-inspired, casual, chic-what better way to start the New Year? Chef Dan Kardos has created a special buffet menu to ring in 2024 featuring classic charcuterie, Grilled Beef Teres Major, Dijon Salmon, tiramisu, bubbly and more! One seating and space is limited so reserve soon. DM @chefdankardos directly to reserve your spots. Fair Haven Oyster Co. - New Havenwww.fairhavenoysterco.comEmily Mingrone and the crew at Fair Haven Oyster Co. aren’t only starting 2024 off with what they do extremely well (SEAFOOD!), but they’re opening for a New Year’s Day brunch from 11 - 3:30 featuring a special menu you can dive into. Expect mezcal oyster shooters, carb and pork okonomiyaki, a half grilled lobster, and plenty of specialty cocktails. Make a reservation on Resy, cuz it will fill up fast! Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill-New Havenwww.geronimobarandgrill.comGeronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill will celebrate New Year’s Eve with its a la carte menu and holiday specials, as well as live music. The kitchen will also be open until midnight! Reserve online or by calling 203.777.7700 (New Haven).Gioia-New Haven www.gioianewhaven.comCelebrate the New Year at GIOIA in New Haven with a special 4-course pre-fixe menu. Seatings are available 5pm-6:30pm and 8pm-9:30pm. Visit website or OpenTable to make a reservation.The Lost Flamingo @ Ordinary-New Haven www.ordinarynewhaven.comThe traveling pop-up tiki bar, The Lost Flamingo, will be hosting a NYE Tiki Bash at Ordinary New Haven featuring a specialty food and cocktail menu with a complimentary Cava toast at midnight. Doors open at 7pm, no cover or reservations necessary!Lucas Local Oyster Bar-Southbury www.lucaslocalct.com New Year's Eve will be epic! Lucas Local is offering their regular menu as well as New Year's Eve specials. Select a Champagne, sparkling or a bottle of wine to pair with your food, and make sure to enjoy the freshest Oysters and Raw Bar around. Party goes until midnight! Reserve online.Otoulouse-Branford www.otoulousebranford.com The flavors of France, no flight needed! Otoulouse will be featuring a special New Year’s Eve menu featuring Beef Wellington, Duck Salad, shrimp cocktail, and oysters and serving it all with wonderful service and hospitality and the spirit of traditional French cuisine.Shell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill-New Havenwww.shellandbones.comOpen on New Year’s Eve from 11:00am – last call (kitchen open until 11pm)! Specials, in addition to the a la carte menu, include New Zealand Venison Tartare, Bison Tomahawk, Baked Alaska and more. Reservations may be made online or by calling 203.787.3466.
