Where to Eat in NYC This December: Festive Feasts & New Year’s Cheers
December is here, and with it, the Big Apple is bursting with holiday cheer and delicious dining options. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or ringing in the New Year, New York City offers a variety of festive menus and experiences that will make your holiday season unforgettable.
For a cozy Christmas meal, Le Coin offers a prix-fixe dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, complete with a complimentary glass of champagne. You’ll start with dishes like Lollipop Lamb Chop, Clam Chowder, or Pumpkin Velouté, followed by a main course of Oven-Roasted Ham, Salmon Wellington, or Pumpkin Quiche, and finish with a Yule Log for dessert. This holiday feast is available from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Over at POPULAR at PUBLIC Hotel, their globally inspired Christmas dinner is a celebration of flavors, featuring roasted butternut squash, pan-seared tuna with Aji amarillo sauce, porchetta with sweet potato purée, and a Peruvian chocolate dessert. The prix-fixe dinner is available on Christmas Day from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM for $90 per person.
New Year’s Eve dishes will include ceviche fluke, Long Island scallops, and braised short rib with tamale sauce. For $125 per person for the first seating (7:00 PM) or $150 per person for the second seating (9:30 PM), guests will also enjoy specialty cocktails and lively sounds to celebrate 2024.
If you prefer a more traditional holiday spread, The Standard Grill at The Standard, High Line offers a luxurious selection of Christmas specials, including Tater Tots & Ossetra Caviar ($150), Tomahawk Steak for two ($160), and Dover Sole ($70). Enjoy these specials on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with Christmas Brunch served until 4:00 PM.
Their New Year’s Eve dinner features live jazz from Sarah King & The Smoke Rings, paired with a 3-course prix-fixe menu. The early seating at 5:00 PM is $175 per person, while the late seating at 9:00 PM is $195 per person, and includes an amuse-bouche, a glass of champagne at midnight, and party favors for the ball drop. Both seatings offer an optional $75 beverage pairing menu.
For something truly festive, Thunderbolt, the Downtown LA cocktail bar, will pop up at The Lobby Bar at The New York EDITION on December 11. This exclusive event, in collaboration with Ketel One and Vox, will feature pre-batched cocktails like The Round Trip, made with cacao-nib Ron Zacapa, and The Pop Star, a fizzy passion fruit and Ketel One Vodka creation.
For a truly upscale experience, 701 West at The Times Square EDITION invites guests to enjoy a Michelin-starred seven-course tasting menu by Chef John Fraser, complete with a welcome drink and canapés, followed by an exclusive viewing of the Ball Drop and an after-party. This unforgettable evening will run from 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM.
If you’re seeking a peaceful holiday retreat, OASES in Chelsea offers a modern twist on traditional high tea, with a menu featuring Ayurvedic-inspired teas, sandwiches, and savories, all thoughtfully curated to nourish the body and mind. It’s the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a soothing break amidst the holiday bustle.
From indulgent prix-fixe dinners to cozy rooftop cocktails, New York City has it all this December. Whether you're celebrating Christmas, New Year’s, or simply enjoying the festive season, these standout spots offer unforgettable dining experiences to savor and share.