Last Meals: Where to Spend New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve is all about reflecting on the year and making plans for all that you want to come about in the coming year. Celebrating, responsibly, with your closest friends and family and honoring those relationships is what New Years has come to represent to me. Typically, we spend the evening sharing our favorite foods, watching movies and finally catching the ball drop (if we all make it that long) and then kisses all around for me and my guys.

If you are looking to get out of the house for a great party and some exquisite food to share among friends and family as you usher out 2015 and welcome 2016, these Valley eateries have just what you are looking for.

New Year’s Eve in Scottsdale

Brat Haus
When| December 31^st, beginning at 4pm
Where| 3622 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| Brat Haus is celebrating the New Year with “New Beers Eve.” The daylong event will begin at 4pm and run all the way through midnight. There will be a toast each hour with different beer tappings from all over the globe. You’re going to need a little sustenance to soak up all that delicious beer, so Brat Haus will be including fun pairings throughout the evening to match the theme. Check out our Events Calendar for the full schedule of beers.
Cost| Varies based on selections
Call for Reservations| None needed

Carvalho’s Brazilian Kitchen
When| December 31^st beginning at 8pm
Where| 23623 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| Carvalho’s Brazilian Kitchen (Arizona’s newest Brazilian restaurant) will celebrate it’s first annual “New Year’s Eve Rio Carnaval Party.” Straight out of Rio de Janeiro, Carvalho’s will depart 2015 with an enchanting evening into paradise; a place where the music is live, the drinks are tasty, the food is exquisite, and the community is ready to bring in the new year with a party!
Your trip to paradise begins with a champagne reception accompanied with hors d’oeuvres, followed by a traditional Brazilian New Year’s buffet (salads, roast leg of pork, beef tenderloin medallions in Madeira wine sauce, fish stew, etc.), dessert and coffee to follow. But that’s not all. No party is complete without dancing into the New Year with live Brazilian music from Rio Bahia playing the best Samba, Pagode and more fun dance music! Plus don’t miss the sizzling samba dance performances by Samba AZ, as they keep the energy going! A complimentary champagne toast at midnight and happy hour priced caipirinha’s will also be available all night!
“Grab your friends, dress to the nines in your best “All White Attire” and we will see you in paradise, where the champagne is cold, the Caipirinha’s are refreshing, and worries melt away.”
Cost| $100 per person
Order tickets online| Carvalho’s NYE

Flourish
When| December 31^st
Where| 13225 N. Eagle Ridge Dr., Fountain Hills
Menu/Festivities| Ring in the New Year in fine taste with Flourish’s James Bond Goldfinger-themed New Year’s Eve Party. Guests are invited to dress to the nines at this Black Tie-optional shindig, including a best ‘Bond Girl’ contest with the winner taking home a stunning prize from by Sami Fine Jewelry of Fountain Hills. Furthermore, guests will be fêted with free-flowing Champagne while savoring a gourmet four-course dinner, including New Year’s ball drops at both 10 pm and midnight.
Cost| $98 per person, not including tax or gratuity, or $300 per table (which can accommodate up to 4 guests)
Call for Reservations| 480.333.1880

Los Sombreros Mexican Restaurant
When| December 31st
Where| 2534 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| Los Sombreros is known for their generous portions and extended tasting menus, and their NYE party will be no exception. Their five course meal will feature their Crispy Tacos, Smoked Salmon Tostadita Salad, your choice of Crepita, Chile Relleno and then finish up with your choice of homemade ice cream.
Cost| $29.95 per person, not including tax or gratuity
Call for Reservations| 480.994.1799

Second Story Liquor Bar
When| December 31^st, beginning at 7pm
Where| 4166 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| Revel in the intimate speakeasy atmosphere of Second Story Liquor Bar. Guests will enjoy Classic Cocktails and amazing food that will start your New Year out properly. Including all the trappings of both a Gatsby era cocktail party and a formal sit down dinner, Whiskey Curator John Christie has picked some beautiful malt pairings and vibrant cocktails to pair with this event.
6:30pm-8PM | Complimentary Bubbles & Bites Reception:
Caviar blinis, Oysters, fun progressive invigorating passed bites by servers in flapper outfits.
8:15-10:15PM | 5 Course Dinner:
Fun and upscale menu, featuring higher end products.
10:30-Midnight | Cocktails & Chocolate Hour:
Live Music, Complimentary Chocolate board and cocktail service.
Cost| $149 per person, not including tax or gratuity
Reservations| Available online

The Casablanca Lounge
When| December 31^st beginning at 5pm
Where| 7134 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| Casablanca Lounge will be featuring a 3 course meal with plenty of choices to appeal to all tastes. Your entrée options are Schreiner’s bacon wrapped bison, fresh fish of the day or pan roasted quail. You can find the complete menu on their website.
Cost| $75 per person, not including tax or gratuity. You can also add wine pairing for an additional $30, craft beer pairing for an additional $25, whiskey pairing for an additional $75 or mixologists choice for an additional $50
Call for Reservations| 480.970.7888

The Hash Kitchen
When| December 31^st, from 7am until 3pm
Where| 8777 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| The Hash Kitchen’s “DIY” Bloody Mary can cure any size hangover with the capability to choose from creative in-house infused vodkas including bacon, pickle, cilantro lime, and jalapeño. Brunch enthusiasts can pile high toppings with over 50 playful options like: mini cheeseburger sliders, pickled eggs, egg rolls, king crab and more.
Treat yourself to not-too-sweet Coconut Almond Encrusted French Toast or savory Corn Beef Hash topped with perfectly poached eggs to complement your Bloody Mary or fresh fruit mimosa.
Cost| Varies based on selections
Call for Reservations| not needed

The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, A Destination Hotel
When| December 31, 2015 beginning at 8pm
Where| 7700 E. McCormick Pkwy., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| Executive Chef Rick Dupere has created a 3 course dinner at the new Kitchen West Restaurant. Chef Dupere is preparing tarragon lobster bisque with brandy foam to begin. Then, choose from three incredible entrees: open-flame Colorado rack of lamb, mesquite-grilled beef tenderloin or Pacific Northwest Dungeness crab cakes. After your meal, treat your taste buds with a chocolate soufflé while toasting with a glass of Nicolas Feuillatte champagne. There will also be live entertainment on hand.
Cost| The dinner is $59 per person (not including tax or gratuity). You can also add wine pairing to your meal for and additional $20.
Call for Reservations| 480.991.9000

Virtu
When| December31st
Where| 3701 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| If you’re still seeking that special spot for NYE with a decadent menu and warm atmosphere, Gio’s got you covered. Virtù’s four-course menu includes celebration-worthy options like Virtù Lobster Bisque, Squid Ink Linguine, Smoked Duck Breast, Seared Scallops and more. Virtu will also get you started with a complimentary glass of champagne and a series of amuse bouches!
Cost| $125 per person, not including tax or gratuity
Call for Reservations| 480.946.3477

Vivo! Ristorante
When| December 31^st, from 11am until 10:30pm
Where| 6560 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| The Valley’s well-known Italian Chef, Tomaso Maggiore will be hosting a New Year’s Eve “Feast for the Gods” along with the “Feast of the Seven Fishes” to jubilate the new year at both of his restaurants, Vivo! Ristorante and Tomaso’s Italian Restaurant. Specialty menu items include:
Lobster, Prawns and Lump Crab Fra Diavolo- Lobster tail, giant shrimp, mildly spicy tomato-wine sauce with lump crab linguini
Osso Buco with Risotto Veal Sugo & Hazelnuts–  Osso Buco served on risotto with veal, porcini mushrooms, black truffle ragú and topped with hazelnuts
Chicken Parmigiana- Herb crusted breast of chicken baked with tomato-basil sauce and bufala mozzarella with an EV olive oil drizzle
Best Ever Lasagna– Home-made multi layered pasta with ricotta, bufala mozzarella, spinach, mini meat balls and a three meat Bolognese sauce
Vegetarian option: Eggplant Torte & Christmas Beet Ravioli– Multi-layered eggplant baked with cheese fondue, basil, tomato sauce and served with ravioli filled with roasted beets, ricotta, parmgiano, and drizzled with butter poppy-seed sauce
Cost| Varies based on selections
Call for Reservations| 480.699.9081

ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho
When| December 31^st beginning at 6:30pm
Where| 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale
Menu/Festivities| Ring in the New Year with a delicious champagne dinner, dancing, and a midnight rooftop toast at ZuZu inside the hip Hotel Valley Ho. Celebrate with four pours of Champagne from Veuve Clicquot and Moët & Chandon paired with a seasonal, four-course menu. Savor Maine Lobster Agnolotti, Burrata and Brussels Sprout Salad, Herb-Roasted Wagyu Beef Striploin, and Valrhona Chocolate Cheesecake (vegetarian and sea bass substitutions available). DJ Mr. P-Body will be spinning in the lobby from 8 pm to 2 am.
Cost| The 6:30pm seating is $125 per person and the 9:30p seating is $160 per person. Prices do not include tax or gratuity.
Call for Reservations| 480.421.7997

New Year’s Eve in Phoenix

Marigold Maison
When| December 31st, 11:30am to 2:30pm and 5:30pm until 9pm
Where| 4720 E. Cactus Rd., Phoenix
Menu/Festivities| Celebrate the last day of the year with an Indian feast at Marigold Maison. Known for his innovative take on Indian cuisine with spices all roasted in-house, Chef Sunil Kumar will offer a four-course New Year’s Eve menu that engages favorites like Paneer Tikki, Lobster Makhani, while also introducing guests to a variety of South Indian specialties. The specialty menu will be offered in addition to an a la carte menu. Marigold Maison will also offer a bottle Taittinger Champagne for $75.
First| Seared scallops with Tamarind chipotle or Seared Eggplant
Second| Lamb Chops with Mango salad or Paneer Tikka
Third| Lobster Makhani or Mutter Paneer
All are served with Dal Tadka, Jeera Rice, Onion salad, Papadum, Achar, Raita, Methi Roti and Truffle Oil Garlic Naan
Fourth| Chocolate Tamales or Dosa Crepe with Ice Cream
Cost| $59 per person, plus tax and gratuity
Call for Reservations| 602.497.2243

Rusconi’s American Kitchen
When| December 31^st with the first seating at 5pm and the second at 7pm
Where| 10637 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix
Menu/Festivities| Chef and proprietor Michael Rusconi has created a decadent 3 course dinner just for New Years. Check out their site for the full menu.
Cost| $50.00 per person for the first seating and $64 for the second seating and includes a champagne toast. Price does not include tax or gratuity
Call for Reservations| 480.483.0009

Sierra Bonita Grill
When| December 31^st, from 3pm until 6pm
Where| 6933 N. 7^th St., Phoenix
Menu/Festivities| Get the New Year’s Eve celebration started early with happy hour in the bar area. Munch on appetizers, such as Sizzlin’ Peppers stuffed with a blend of four cheeses, served sizzling on a unique cast iron skillet, or Carne Asada Street Tacos with cheese, chile de arbol salsa, marinated red onion and salsa de guacamole. Pair the appetizers with a cocktail, such as a Fresh Squeezed Margarita, Dark and Stormy, or Paloma.  For New Year’s Eve dinner, Sierra Bonita Grill will be serving two Southwestern specials for the occasion. The popular Prime Rib dinner features a tender, 14-ounce cut of prime rib, green chile mashed potatoes, horseradish cream, and beef au jus. For a lighter dinner option, try the Grilled Scallops and Shrimp Pasta, a spinach fettuccine tossed with sweet corn, baby arugula, sun dried tomatoes, and saffron cream sauce.
Cost| Prices vary based on selections
Call for Reservations| 602.264.0700

Tomaso’s Italian Restaurant
When| December 31^st, from 11am until 10:30pm
Where| 3225 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix
Menu/Festivities| The Valley’s well-known Italian Chef, Tomaso Maggiore will be hosting a New Year’s Eve “Feast for the Gods” along with the “Feast of the Seven Fishes” to jubilate the new year at both of his restaurants, Vivo! Ristorante and Tomaso’s Italian Restaurant. Specialty menu items include:
Lobster, Prawns and Lump Crab Fra Diavolo- Lobster tail, giant shrimp, mildly spicy tomato-wine sauce with lump crab linguini
Osso Buco with Risotto Veal Sugo & Hazelnuts–  Osso Buco served on risotto with veal, porcini mushrooms, black truffle ragú and topped with hazelnuts
Chicken Parmigiana- Herb crusted breast of chicken baked with tomato-basil sauce and bufala mozzarella with an EV olive oil drizzle
Best Ever Lasagna– Home-made multi layered pasta with ricotta, bufala mozzarella, spinach, mini meat balls and a three meat Bolognese sauce
Vegetarian option: Eggplant Torte & Christmas Beet Ravioli– Multi-layered eggplant baked with cheese fondue, basil, tomato sauce and served with ravioli filled with roasted beets, ricotta, parmgiano, and drizzled with butter poppy-seed sauce
Cost| Varies based on selections
Call for Reservations| 602.956.0836

The Market Restaurant + Bar by Jeniifer’s
When| December 31^st, beginning at 5pm
Where| 3603 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix
Menu/Festivities | Enjoy a 5 course dinner with optional wine pairing
Cost| $85 per person or $110 per person with wine pairing (prices do not include tax or gratuity)
Call for Reservations| 602.579.5327

The Yacht Club
When| December 31^st from 4pm until 10pm
Where| 4231 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix
Menu/Festivities| Located in the heart of Arcadia, The Yacht Club is the newest culinary concept by local celeb chef, Aaron May. The maritime- themed restaurant is serving a specialty menu on New Year’s Eve that includes a five-course meal with “sea and land” favorites, finished off with a champagne toast. The New Year’s Eve at The Arcadia Yacht Club menu includes the following:
Amuse| Kusshi oyster with champagne granita and fizzy lime
First| Yellowtail crudo with avocado, herbs and beef vinaigrette or Seared scallop with short rib ragout and sweet potato or Spinach ravioli with lemon ricotta, grape must and shaved pecorino.
Second| Lobster Bisque topped with crème fresh and caviar or Boston lettuce with citrus, radish carrot ginger vinaigrette
Third| Yacht Club Surf and Turf; Roasted NY steak and butter poached Maine lobster with mushroom risotto, spinach and root vegetables
Fourth| Baked Alaska with bing cherry and chocolate completed with a Champagne toast
Cost| $80, all inclusive
Call for Reservations| 602.368.2088

New Year’s Eve in the East Valley

Roy’s
When| December 31^st beginning at 5pm
Where| 7151 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
Menu/Festivities| Commemorate 2015 in true Roy’s fashion by sending off this delicious year with a spectacular New Year’s Eve menu that is available for one night only. Roy’s Restaurant is extending holiday cheer with a special, four-course dinner starting at $55 per guest. Toast the year to come by topping off the celebration with a glass or bottle of renowned Taittinger Brut La Française Champagne, Merryvale Chardonnat Carneros or The Hess Collection Allomi Cabernet. The four-course New Year’s Eve menu features a variety of Roy’s chef-inspired creations, and will vary by location. Selected offerings across the country include Broiled Lobster Tail with Macadamia Nut Pesto Risotto
Cost| $55 per person, not including tax or gratuity
Call for Reservations| 480.705.7697

Salut Kitchen Bar
When| December 31^st
Where| 1435 E. University Dr., Tempe
Menu/Festivities| Salut will be open New Year’s Eve and will be offering a special 3 course menu for the evening. Guests can choose between Hummus Nachos, the Bruschetta Board, Italian Sausage Stuffed Squash Blossom or Crab Hummus Cucumber Roll as an appetizer. You can choose their Stuffed Portabella Mushroom Caps, Pan Seared Scallops or Stuffed Pork Tenderloin as an entrée. Guests will also get to choose between Sorbet and S’mores for dessert.
Cost| $40 per person, not including tax or gratuity
Call for Reservations| 480.625.3600

So, the only question that remains is where will you be ringing in the New Year?

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