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What to Do on New Year's Eve

by Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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by Rachel Leah Blumenthal

Whether you're looking for caviar and truffles or glow sticks and beer, there's probably a restaurant around town that can make your New Year's Eve dreams come true. (If it's those truffles you want, get ready to fork over $320 for an eight-course feast with wine pairings at L'Espalier. The "glow party" at Tavern in the Square, on the other hand, will only set you back $30.) Here's a guide to 25 of the most intriguing prix fixe menus and parties that can be found around the Boston area on Monday night. Many of these events require reservations, so be sure to check with the restaurant directly before heading out.

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T.W. Food

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The menu gets larger as the night goes on: three courses for 5 PM seatings ($75/person + $29 for wine), four courses for 7 PM seatings ($95/person + $39 for wine), or seven courses for 9:30 PM seatings ($125/person + $69 for wine). Black truffles, dark chocolate, white asparagus, and pomegranates make appearances. Vegetarian options available.

377 Walden St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 864-4745
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Five-course prix fixe; dishes include black ink paella (with piquillo peppers and aioli sauce), lamb pops (with lentil salad), and flan with guava and chocolate sauce. Vegetarian options available with prior notice. Seatings at 5:30 PM and 8 PM; $60/person (add $40 for wine pairings).

253 Washington St, Sommerville, MA 02143
(617) 764-2180
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East Coast Grill

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The New Year's Eve "Heaven or Hell" menu features three courses with spicy and non-spicy options, such as grilled swordfish with collard greens, black-eyed peas, and either corn chow chow or ghost pepper jelly. 5:30 PM - 10 PM; $60/person.

1271 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 491-6568
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Russell House Tavern

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Three courses of seasonal dishes; options include spiced game bird terrine (soft poached egg, pickled mushroom, black truffle honey), hardwood smoked short rib(roasted marrow bone, celery leaves, uni), and chocolate & cherries (frozen dark chocolate mousse, cherries in syrup, laphroaig & cherry gelee). 5 PM to 10 PM; $59/person (add $18 for beer and wine pairings, subtract $10 for reservations before 6:30 PM).

14 JFK St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 500-6055
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Four-course menu includes options such as crispin butternut squash soup, sweet potato gnocchi with sage brown butter, hangar steak in a blackberry demi, and creme brulee. 5 PM - 9 PM; $65/person. Price includes admission to party from 10 PM to 2 AM, hosted by Brother Cleve and Audio Prophecy.

15 Dunster St., Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 497-0900
(617) 497-0900

Tamarind Bay

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Choose an appetizer, entree, and dessert from the regular menu (excluding lobster and lamb chops). Includes a glass of champagne. 5 PM - 10:30 PM; $36/person.

75 Winthrop St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 491-4552
(617) 491-4552

Garden at The Cellar

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Four-course prix fixe includes options such as foie gras torchon (pineapple, kiwi, coconut, rum), salsify soup (bone marrow and oyster gratinee), and sweet potato gnocchi (house-made bacon, chanterelles, charred onion, apples & sage). Seatings at 5 PM, 7 PM, and 9 PM; $65/person.

991 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 475-0045
(617) 475-0045

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Hungry Mother

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Seven-course tasting menu includes she-lobster soup (lobster roe, Parker House roll), Painted Hills ribeye (fried oysters, bearnaise), and sweet tea granita (candied lemon zest, sugar cookie). 5 PM - 10:30 PM; $85/person (add $40 for beverage pairings).

233 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 499-0090
(617) 499-0090

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Ducali Pizzeria & Bar

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For a "low-key NYE," Ducali is offering a "champagne-style" beer list, including Unibroue Fin du Monde and Sam Adams Infinium, along with a menu of pizzas, sandwiches, and "nachos Italiano." Projector screens will show the ball drop at midnight.

289 Causeway St., Boston, MA 02113
(617) 742-4144
(617) 742-4144

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Woodward

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Four-course tasting menu between 5 PM and 10 PM, plus a DJ (starting at 10 PM) and a champagne toast (at midnight); $80/person. Room packages at the Ames Hotel begin at $359 and include the dinner and dancing for two, plus an in-room movie and late checkout (1 PM).

1 Court St., Boston, MA 02108
(617) 979-8200
(617) 979-8200

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Blue Inc.

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Three-course menu includes options like crispy pork belly (with celery root two ways, frisee, shallot herb salad), clam papardelle (with grilled chorizo, saffron cream, poached fennel), and dark chocolate and peppermint pot de crème(with vanilla chantilly cream, chocolate curls). $60/person ($80 with wine pairings).

131 Broad St., Boston, MA 02110
(617) 261-5353
(617) 261-5353

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Tavern in the Square

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Masquerade black light glow party with a DJ and party favors; appetizer buffet from 9 PM - 10 PM. Doors open at 8 PM (no guaranteed admission after 10:30 PM); $30/person.

161 Brighton Ave., Boston, MA 02134
(617) 782-8100
(617) 782-8100

Via Matta

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Complimentary hot chocolate and $5 pizzas in the enoteca all night, along with the regular menu and some specials, a midnight prosecco toast, party favors, and noisemakers.

79 Park Plz, Boston, MA 02116
(617) 422-0008
(617) 422-0008

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Avila

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Four-course tasting menu; dishes include seared foie gras (with roasted honey, crispy apple, and port wine) and hand-rolled potato gnocchi (with winter mushrooms and truffle cream). The standard dinner menu is also available. 5 PM to 10 PM (bar menu until 11 PM); $65/person ($85 with wine).

1 Charles St S, Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4810
(617) 267-4810

Abby Lane

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Dancing, hors d'oeuvres, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. "No sneakers / high heels preferred." The TVs at the bar will show the ball drop. VIP table service available. Begins at 10 PM; general admission $70/person.

255 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02116
(617) 451-2229
(617) 451-2229

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Aura

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Five-course menu and midnight champagne toast; options include hash & eggs (short ribs, potato, egg), kabocha & chestnut soup “en cocotte”, crispy pork belly (hot & sour soup, kale chips), and crispy cod (cabbage, parsnips, romensco). The Lance Houston Ensemble will perform music throughout the night for dancing. Begins at 5:30 PM; $98/person.

1 Seaport Ln, Boston, MA 02210
(617) 385-4300
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L'Espalier

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Eight-course prix fixe menu includes options such as Alba white truffles with Italian chestnuts, roasted Hudson Valley foie gras with a black truffle and beluga lentil ragout, and green apple with champagne sabayon and kaffir lime. 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM; $195/person (add $125 for wine pairings).

774 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116
(617) 262-3023
(617) 262-3023

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Towne Stove and Spirits

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Put on your "Gatsby-esque semi formal attire" (required) for a 1920s-themed party that includes hors d'oeuvres, champagne, and "a night of elegance and splendor." Begins at 9 PM; $80/person.

900 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02115
(617) 247-0400
(617) 247-0400

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Cognac Bistro

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Four-course prix fixe menu; includes Bluepoint oysters, duo of scallops, duo of prime rib, eggnog creme caramel, and a champagne hibiscus cocktail. Standard menu also available. 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM; $65/person ($85 with wine pairings).

456 Harvard St., Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 232-5800
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The Beehive

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"Discoteque burlesque gala celebration" features live music, a Parisian burlesque duo, buffet of hors d'oeuvres and desserts, and cash bar. 9 PM - 2:30 AM; $115/person with food, $75 without food.

541 Tremont St., Boston, MA 02116
(617) 423-0069
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Tasca Tapas Restaurant

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Four-course dinner; options include dishes such as fresh Duxbury oysters, roasted Cornish game hen, and prime rib. $49/person (or $39 for reservations between 5 PM and 6:15 PM). After 10 PM, bubbly included. Reservations by email only at info@tascarestaurant.com

1612 Commonwealth Ave, Brighton, MA 02135
(617) 730-8002
(617) 730-8002

The Fireplace

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The regular menu is supplemented with "more savory delicacies like fois gras, pate, and rack of lamb," culminating in a sparkling toast (plus party hats and noisemakers). 5 PM - midnight.

1634 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 975-1900
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Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen

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"Mardi Gras Soiree" with open bar, New Orleans-inspired buffet, dessert station, and champagne toast. 10 PM - 3 AM; $100/person in advance, $120 at the door.

604 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118
(617) 536-1100
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Orinoco

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Four-course menu includes options such as butternut squash soup (coconut milk, lemongrass, aji amarillo), ceviche de ostras (micro huacatay, yuzu jelly, horseradish cream), and lomito de cordero (spice-rubbed lamb tenderloin with lamb picadillo, yuca crisps, mint geleé, opal basil chimichurri). 6 PM - midnight; $45/person (includes champagne).

22 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 232-9505
(617) 232-9505

The Haven

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"Hogmanay" Scottish New Year's Eve experience includes a three-course menu including options such as smoky oyster stew, seared Arctic char, and a mystery dessert. Seats only remain for the 6 PM seating; $60/person (includes champagne toast at 7 PM for the Scottish New Year).

2 Perkins St., Boston, MA 02130
(617) 524-2836
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T.W. Food

377 Walden St, Cambridge, MA 02138

The menu gets larger as the night goes on: three courses for 5 PM seatings ($75/person + $29 for wine), four courses for 7 PM seatings ($95/person + $39 for wine), or seven courses for 9:30 PM seatings ($125/person + $69 for wine). Black truffles, dark chocolate, white asparagus, and pomegranates make appearances. Vegetarian options available.

377 Walden St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 864-4745
(617) 864-4745

casa b

253 Washington St, Sommerville, MA 02143

Five-course prix fixe; dishes include black ink paella (with piquillo peppers and aioli sauce), lamb pops (with lentil salad), and flan with guava and chocolate sauce. Vegetarian options available with prior notice. Seatings at 5:30 PM and 8 PM; $60/person (add $40 for wine pairings).

253 Washington St, Sommerville, MA 02143
(617) 764-2180
(617) 764-2180

East Coast Grill

1271 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02139

The New Year's Eve "Heaven or Hell" menu features three courses with spicy and non-spicy options, such as grilled swordfish with collard greens, black-eyed peas, and either corn chow chow or ghost pepper jelly. 5:30 PM - 10 PM; $60/person.

1271 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 491-6568
(617) 491-6568

Russell House Tavern

14 JFK St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Three courses of seasonal dishes; options include spiced game bird terrine (soft poached egg, pickled mushroom, black truffle honey), hardwood smoked short rib(roasted marrow bone, celery leaves, uni), and chocolate & cherries (frozen dark chocolate mousse, cherries in syrup, laphroaig & cherry gelee). 5 PM to 10 PM; $59/person (add $18 for beer and wine pairings, subtract $10 for reservations before 6:30 PM).

14 JFK St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 500-6055
(617) 500-6055

First Printer

15 Dunster St., Cambridge, MA 02138

Four-course menu includes options such as crispin butternut squash soup, sweet potato gnocchi with sage brown butter, hangar steak in a blackberry demi, and creme brulee. 5 PM - 9 PM; $65/person. Price includes admission to party from 10 PM to 2 AM, hosted by Brother Cleve and Audio Prophecy.

15 Dunster St., Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 497-0900
(617) 497-0900

Tamarind Bay

75 Winthrop St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Choose an appetizer, entree, and dessert from the regular menu (excluding lobster and lamb chops). Includes a glass of champagne. 5 PM - 10:30 PM; $36/person.

75 Winthrop St, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 491-4552
(617) 491-4552

Garden at The Cellar

991 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138

Four-course prix fixe includes options such as foie gras torchon (pineapple, kiwi, coconut, rum), salsify soup (bone marrow and oyster gratinee), and sweet potato gnocchi (house-made bacon, chanterelles, charred onion, apples & sage). Seatings at 5 PM, 7 PM, and 9 PM; $65/person.

991 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 475-0045
(617) 475-0045

Hungry Mother

233 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge, MA 02141

Seven-course tasting menu includes she-lobster soup (lobster roe, Parker House roll), Painted Hills ribeye (fried oysters, bearnaise), and sweet tea granita (candied lemon zest, sugar cookie). 5 PM - 10:30 PM; $85/person (add $40 for beverage pairings).

233 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 499-0090
(617) 499-0090

Ducali Pizzeria & Bar

289 Causeway St., Boston, MA 02113

For a "low-key NYE," Ducali is offering a "champagne-style" beer list, including Unibroue Fin du Monde and Sam Adams Infinium, along with a menu of pizzas, sandwiches, and "nachos Italiano." Projector screens will show the ball drop at midnight.

289 Causeway St., Boston, MA 02113
(617) 742-4144
(617) 742-4144

Woodward

1 Court St., Boston, MA 02108

Four-course tasting menu between 5 PM and 10 PM, plus a DJ (starting at 10 PM) and a champagne toast (at midnight); $80/person. Room packages at the Ames Hotel begin at $359 and include the dinner and dancing for two, plus an in-room movie and late checkout (1 PM).

1 Court St., Boston, MA 02108
(617) 979-8200
(617) 979-8200