If you’re simply cooked out for the year, have no fear, there are so many great places ready to take care of you. Here’s a list of places open for to-go or dine-in on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in Austin. Be sure to call ahead for reservations.
ABA
1011 S. Congress Ave., Bldg. 2, Suite 180 / 737.273.0199
Celebrate your New Year’s Eve with Aba. If you’re seeking a night out on the town, join Aba inside the dining room or on the patio for NYE specials, including Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with harissa cocktail sauce ($23.95, plus tax) and Filet Mignon with truffled mashed potatoes and steak jus ($47.95, plus tax). Cheers to the New Year with Brut Champagne Charles Heidsieck “Brut Reserve,” NV, or Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label NV, both available only on Saturday, December 31. If you’re celebrating at home, they will be offering a special Dinner for Two To-Go from Chef CJ Jacobson, including Smoky Garlic Hummus, Village Salad, Whipped Feta with persimmon, Shrimp Cocktail, Filet Mignon with truffled potatoes, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, and Chocolate Chocolate Cake ($125.00, plus tax). Orders must be placed by Wednesday, December 28 at 9:00 a.m.
Or have the first dinner of 2023 on the patio at Aba and enjoy two dine-in specials on Sunday, January 1 from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. from Chef CJ Jacobson in addition to the regular mezze menu, including Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with harissa cocktail sauce ($23.95, plus tax) and Filet Mignon with truffled mashed potatoes and steak jus ($47.95, plus tax).
Andiamo Ristorante
2521 Rutland Dr. / 512.719.3377
Join us for a New Year’s Eve Party at Andiamo Ristorante from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. They will be offering a special five-course dinner and a glass of Prosecco for $105 per person. Find the full menu here.
Barley Swine
6555 Burnet Rd., Suite 400 / 512.394.8150
Barley Swine will be serving their Enhanced Chef’s Tasting Menu; think caviar, foie gras, and the kitchen having a little fun with some ingredients we brought in just for the occasion! Tickets are $150 per person, with tax and tip due at the time of booking. Stefan’s bringing in some exciting new wines both for the pairing menu and the wine list. Keep an eye on our Instagram for more details. Please contact the restaurant via email at reservations@barleyswine.com.
Carve American Grille
7415 Southwest Pkwy. / 281.480.3337
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with CARVE Saturday, December 31, 2022, with a three-course prix fixe menu. CARVE’S Prix Fixe Limited Dinner Menu includes something for everyone! Three courses (soup or salad, entrée, and dessert), each featuring multiple options (including many of CARVE’s all-time favorites!), will be sure to delight! Reservations are limited; please visit Carveamericangrille.com to make your reservation today. The cost is $75 per person plus tax and gratuity for reservations at 5:30 p.m. and earlier, $85 per person plus tax and gratuity at 5:45 p.m. and later. This special is also available to-go from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Canje
1914 E. 6th St., Ste. C / 512.706.9119
Celebrate NYE with an immersive Latin-Caribbean dining experience. The Canje team will guide you through a multi-course dinner throughout the entire space. Your night will begin on their heated patio with brightly flavored bites, accompanied by a welcome rum cocktail, and then head inside to begin a coursed dinner highlighting flavors from Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Haiti. From here, you can partake in a curated wine pairing or continue enjoying any one of their expressive cocktails. After dessert, they invite you to head back to the patio to enjoy music and drinks alongside classical guitarist Jose Tejeda from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and DJ South of Everywhere at 9:00 p.m.!
Corinne
304 East Cesar Chavez St., Unit 100 / 737.787.7018
Make your last meal of 2022 one to remember and indulge in a four-course dinner in the center of all the action in Downtown Austin. Start with dishes like Oysters Rockefeller or Black Truffle Deviled Eggs, then move onto our second course of Champagne & Mushroom Risotto or Lobster Mac and Cheese. The third course includes Poached Scallops or BCR Wagyu Filet and the meal finishes with a signature Manhattan Tiramisu. Drop in anytime from 4:00 to 11:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve.
Dai Due
2406 Manor Rd., Suite A / 512.524.0688
Dai Due will be offering three different prix fixe, four-course menus for New Year’s Eve. Menu themes include game, seafood, and vegetarian. Their regular menu will not be available. View the full menus and make your reservations here.
Emmer & Rye
51 Rainey St., Suite 110 / 512.366.5530
Join Emmer & Rye for a NYE extravaganza and escape the hustle and bustle of Rainey Street. Their chefs have meticulously prepared a five-course tasting menu with the main focus on grandeur, so make sure you’re dressed to match. Once you’ve been whisked away to your table, feel free to let their sommeliers take the reigns with a curated wine pairing or peruse their a la carte martini offerings via roaming cart. After your meal to remember, you’ll end with a nightcap and dessert on their heated patio. Tickets include your five-course menu plus dessert and a nightcap on the patio.
Hestia
607 W. 3rd St. / 512.333.0737
The team at Hestia invites you to join them for an immersive experience to celebrate NYE! They will guide you through a multi-course dinner served throughout their entire space. You will begin at their standing bar with champagne and a series of raw seafood bites, followed by dinner highlighting specialty ingredients using classic American and French techniques. They will be offering a special wine pairing curated by their sommeliers, as well as an extensive selection of wines. You’ll then be invited to their cozy, heated outdoor lounge for dessert and after-dinner spirits. The bar experience will be communal with other diners, so please arrive promptly for your reservation! Ticket price includes a glass of champagne, coursed dinner, and dessert.
It’s Italian Cucina
1500 S. Lamar Blvd., Suite 110 / 512.482.8655
This New Year’s Eve, enjoy a special prix fixe, four-course meal from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. Book your table and see the full menu here.
J-Prime Steakhouse
301 Brazos St., #150 / 737.309.3301
Join J-Prime this New Year’s Eve with their prix fixe menu featuring four courses for $125 per guest.
Jeffrey’s
1204 West Lynn / 512.477.5584
Ring in the New Year with an all-out, one-of-a-kind extravaganza at the legendary Jeffrey’s. Executive Chef Mark McCain and his team have put together a decadent three-course menu with choices including Jeffrey’s Lobster Bisque Vol-Au-Vent, Chestnut & Mushroom Tortellini, Dover Sole Veronique, Oak-Grilled Wagyu Beef Tenderloin Filet, and Chocolate Soufflé Noir. Additional supplements (Caviar! Foie Gras!) are available, as well as special reserve champagnes and vintage wines. Live music with a special guest pianist from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.
New Year’s Day, they’re hosting their legendary brunch. Join them for their 10th annual blowout featuring a celebratory seafood tower, a selection of house-made pastries, a carving station (Wood-Roasted Prime Ribeye, Hot Smoked Scottish Salmon), and other classics (Eggs Benedict, Soft Scrambled Eggs with Lobster, Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes) as well as an over-the-top dessert bar. Enjoy live music from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Josephine House
1601 Waterston Ave. / 512.477.5584
For New Year’s Eve, Josephine House is going full-blown with a very special edition of their signature Steak Frites Dinner featuring a three-course menu with highlights including Lobster “Wedge” Salad, Foie Gras Torchon, choice of three cuts of steak with all the frites, and desserts like Triple Chocolate Crunch Bar. Optional wine pairing is available for an additional charge.
Laurel
320 S. Capital of Texas Hwy. / 512.306.6400
Ring in the New Year in style with a five-course prix fixe dinner from imaginative and talented Executive Chef Tommy Suddeth of Laurel Restaurant. Courses include Paella Arancini, Stripped Bass, LHA Beef Tenderloin, and delicious Morello Cherry dessert. Dinner will also include two glasses of bubbles. The event is for adults 21+.
Lucky Robot
1303 S. Congress Ave. / 512.444.8081
For New Year’s Eve, they will only be offering exclusive Omakase six-course and 10-course menus that will feature Nikkei-inspired chef creations, in-house Dry-Aged Sashimi and Nigiri, and specialty desserts. Additional wine or Sake pairings will be available. Vegan and gluten-free options are also available. The regular menu will not be available.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
114 W. 7th St., Suite 110 / 512.474.6300
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Perry’s Saturday, December 31, 2022, with a three-course prix fixe menu! Perry’s Prix Fixe Limited Dinner Menu includes something for everyone! Three courses (soup or salad, entrée, and dessert), each featuring multiple options (including many of Perry’s all-time favorites!), will be sure to delight! Reservations are limited; please visit perryssteakhouse.com to view menu details and to make your reservation today. The cost is $75 per person plus tax and gratuity for reservations at 5:30 p.m. and earlier, $85 per person plus tax and gratuity at 5:45 p.m. and later. If you need to cancel, please do so by December 29 to avoid a $25 per person cancellation fee. Menu is also available to-go from 4:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Soto
1100 South Lamar Blvd., Ste. 2115 / 512.531.9142
Omakase comes from the Japanese phrase that means “I’ll leave it up to you.” Soto invites you to join us for New Year’s Eve with your choice of House Special Omakase for $150 or Premium Omakase for $300. Their head chef has designed this unique experience and it will only be made available on this day. Their dinner menu will also be available.
South Congress Hotel
1603 South Congress / 512.920.6405
Put on your festive cocktail attire and ring in the New Year with DJ sets by King Louie + Izzy and live music, followed by a champagne toast when the clock strikes midnight at the South Congress Hotel. Doors open at 8:30 p.m., and the event is from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. You can preorder tickets for $25 here. Tickets will be $35 at the door, 21 and up. Limited valet parking is available. Ridesharing and alternative transportation methods are encouraged.
The Cavalier
2400 Webberville Rd. at East 7th St. / 512.696.4318
The Cavalier will be open for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Enjoy a 2-for-1 Burger Night on New Year’s Eve from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. with your choice of burgers. Both dine-in and delivery are available. Or, roll out of bed New Year’s Day and catch amazing brunch options. First come, first serve! For more details, visit www.thecavalieratx.com.
The Peacock
600 W. 2nd St. / 512-628-1410
Ring in the New Year with an incredible dinner experience at The Peacock. Their custom four-course prix fixe menu will be served family-style to your table featuring chef-driven Mediterranean cuisine, alongside some specialty canapé and dishes that have been created to be enjoyed exclusively this New Year’s Eve. The menu is priced at $165 per person, with the option to add either a classic or a premium wine pairing. Learn more here.
Truluck’s
400 Colorado St. / 512.482.9000
Add a little sparkle to your night and make NYE plans today. Ring in 2023 with our exclusive menu to finish out the year on top and on-trend. This New Year’s Eve, enjoy a special four-course dinner with the classics you love along with special and rare items sourced for your enjoyment. The package is served in place of our standard dinner menu and is $175 per guest. Please visit trulucks.com to view the menu and dress code. All reservations are secured with a credit card, and we kindly ask for 48 hours’ notice if canceling to avoid a $50 per person fee. Come celebrate in style! Your table is waiting.
Texas Honey Ham Co.
3736 Bee Cave Rd., Suite 6 / 512.330.9888
Take the day off and let Texas Honey Ham take care of the cooking. Enjoy a traditional holiday spread with Honey-Baked Ham, Roasted Turkey Breast, and all the fixings. Don’t forget to pick up some classic holiday sides like Cornbread Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, Turkey Gravy, Chipotle-Cranberry Sauce, and more. Call them at 512.330.9888 to place your orders!
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