100+ Connecticut Restaurants To Celebrate New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day

Get ready to see the world in 2020… literally!  The New Year is right around the corner.  You’re going to need your glasses though- well, your champagne glasses.  CT restaurants are celebrating with New Year’s Eve parties and dinners as well as New Year’s Day brunches.  Check out this guide to 60+ restaurants with festivities for the holiday.

The Blind Rhino, South Norwalk, Black Rock

The Blind Rhino in downtown South Norwalk, CT will be hosting their 4th annual Ball Drop on New Year's Eve, while The Blind Rhino in Black Rock, CT will be hosting its 1st annual Ball Drop at the new location on Fairfield Ave! These unique events to Fairfield County started in 2016 with an idea and the creation of a 3 foot custom build NYE Ball! Last year, in 2018 The Blind Rhino took this event to new lengths, literally, with the construction of a 6 foot NYE ball, lit by over 3,000 feet of lights! With hundreds of attendees in each of the last 3 years, the team is ready to make this event even bigger, by doing a Ball Drop in TWO Connecticut cities! The team will be unveiling another brand new custom made ball this year in Black Rock! There will be entertainment and DJ's in both locations!  DJ Durso will be featured on The Blind Rhino main stage in South Norwalk, keeping the party going all night. For more information, follow The Blind Rhino on social media, @blindrhinobar, or go to their website.

Troupe429 Bar & Performance Space, Norwalk

Where else can you roll out of bed and be ready for New Year’s Eve? At Troupe429’s 3rd Annual New Year’s Eve Pajama Party! Featuring a drag queen pillow fight, pizza & cereal bar, and dancing under the most disco balls in CT Click here for tickets

Troupe429 at 3 Wall Street is located inside a historic building along the Norwalk River just 1-mile from the Norwalk Mall I-95 exit 16. All welcome and fun for all! Open 7 days a week.

In addition to offering craft cocktails on tap, over 25 beer varieties, and the most Smirnoff Vodka flavors in the world - Troupe429 has become popular for their epic special events. Enjoy Mario Kart races, darts, and the rare Wizard of Oz pinball, Wednesday Karaoke, “Best Halloween Party Ever,” Britney Spears Britmas, and annual PRIDEtoberfest in October and PRIDE Party in June. You may even spy a celebrity like RuPaul Drag Race All-Star, AJA or Project Runway winner, Christian Siriano at their Friday & Saturday DJ dance parties!

The Melting Pot, Darien

Join them for a New Year's Eve Celebration from 3pm - 1am (Last Seating at 11pm).  $74.95 includes a 4-course fondue meal, a charcuterie board, and a champagne toast!  There is also a vegetarian 4 course meal available for $64.95, a kids’ meal for $29.95, and non-alcoholic options.

Infinity Bistro, Norfolk

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with NRBQ at Infinity Music Hall & Bistro in Norfolk. NRBQ will bring their rollicking blend of pop, jazz and rockabilly to the Music Hall stage while Executive Chef Lisa M. Ludwig presents a three-course show stopping feast in the Bistro. Reservations are highly recommended as locals and visitors alike join in the Norfolk Bistro for an intimate and memorable dining experience to ring in 2020. If you have yet to stop into the historic music hall & bistro located in Connecticut’s northwest corner, what better time than now! Click here to view the entire menu and learn more information. 

Sign of the Whale, Stamford

The Sign Of The Whale has both NEW YEAR'S EVE - Roaring 20's Affair Party as well as their 2nd Annual “I WOKE UP LIKE THIS” New Year’s Day PAJAMA BRUNCH PARTY!
New Years GA Tickets start at $125 and include: COCKTAIL HOUR with passed hors d’oeuvres: TOP SHELF OPEN BAR until midnight; FULL DINNER & DESSERT BUFFET; LIVE DJ; MIDNIGHT CHAMPAGNE TOAST

VIP Tickets $1200 per table of up to 6 GUESTS (8 tables available)
includes: Your own reserved booth space for up to 6 guests; Designated Server/Bottle Service; Bottle of Champagne & Party Favors; A platter of appetizers upon arrival at table; Full Dinner Buffet; Personal platter of an assortment of desserts delivered to your table +CONTESTS FOR BEST DRESSED - WIN CASH & PRIZES. Tickets: www.signofthewhalect.com/nye

2nd Annual “I WOKE UP LIKE THIS” New Year’s Day PAJAMA BRUNCH PARTY!
11:30am-3pm on Wednesday, January 1, 2020
$22 Bottomless Mimosas
Pajama Contests: WIN PRIZES for ugliest, funniest, and cutest pajamas!
WITH DJ JONESY reservations: www.signofthewhalect.com/reservations

Harbor Lights, Norwalk

Enjoy our beautiful location, unsurpassed service, and delicious food, welcoming in the NYE. Experience a spectacular 3 Course gourmet Dinner overlooking the stunning Norwalk Harbor. Our culinary team works hard every year to create a classic yet innovative menu to meet our guest’s expectations. Although we are known for our seafood, some of the NYE prix-fixe menu ($65/pp) highlights this year include Duck Leg Confit and King Cut Prime Rib. We are open all day and begin to serve NYE prix-fixe menu at 5pm. We welcome guests all day as our bar is open for cocktails. We love the festive and uplifting ambience on NYE at Harbor Lights, it’s a unique vibe.  

Tavern on State, New Haven

For a Great Gatsby Themed NYE celebration, check out Tavern on State.  The evening will be filled with oysters, champagne, and caviar.

Mill on the River, South Windsor

Mill on the River’s New Year’s Eve Gala Event kicks off at 8pm.  There will be an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, a 3 course prix fixe dinner, a champagne toast, and dancing.

Grano Arso, Chester

Grano Arso has a beautiful NYE menu featuring Oysters & Caviar, Hudson Valley Foie, Braised Beef Braciole ++ for $79 pp. Yum.

Prime, Stamford

Rolling into a new decade calls for an entirely new way to celebrate in Fairfield County!  This year, Prime; an American Kitchen and Bar, in Stamford, is celebrating big with a new themed party “A Little Party Never Hurt Nobody.”  The 20’s themed event kicks off at 9pm.

Elm City Social, New Haven

Head to the “Moulin Rouge” on 12/31 from 8pm-2am with a live burlesque show, passed and stationed hors d’oeuvres, raw bar, champagne and cocktail bar, desserts, and DJ. 

Evarito’s Mexican Kitchen, South Norwalk

Join them for a Late Night Party & South of the Border Buffet.  It starts at 9:30pm and $45 per person (plus tax/gratuity) includes the First Two Drinks, a Midnight Toast, Drink Specials, DJ Mercado, Dancing, Party Favors, and Big Screens for the Ball Drop.  Ala Carte Dining Available Prior to 9:30pm.  On New Year’s Day, they’ll have a “Hair of the Fox” brunch.

Carbone’s Prime, Rocky Hill

Carbone’s Prime will be open on New Year’s Eve, offering its a la carte menu along with food and drink specials from 4-10pm.

Carbone’s Kitchen, Bloomfield

Carbone’s Kitchen will be open on New Year’s Eve, offering its a la carte menu along with food and drink specials from 4-10pm, including Smoked Salmon Potato Blinis, Braised Lamb Pappardelle, Grilled Beef Tenderloin, and Panettone Bread Pudding.

Carbone’s Ristorante, Hartford

Carbone’s Ristorante will be open on New Year’s Eve, offering its a la carte menu along with food and drink specials from 4-10pm.  Reservations can be made via OpenTable, or by calling (860) 296-9646.

Match, Norwalk

Match will be OPEN Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve serving our regular menu along with some fantastic menu additions including Peking Duck, Caviar, Kobe Beef & Crab Claws.

Community Table, New Preston

On New Year’s Eve, feast on a holiday three course prix fixe menu for $95 per person.  Please note that they will be closed on New Year’s Day.

Olmo, New Haven

On NYE, join Olmo Kitchen for a 5 course prix-fixe menu for just $75. Wine and beer pairings are also available.

Bartaco, Westport

Tacos, tequila, and good vibes await… as well as a complimentary cava toast at midnight.  For reservations, call (203) 222-8226

David Burke Prime, Foxwoods

They will be open on both NYE and New Year’s Day serving specials like -Kumomoto Oysters & Caviar,, 40-Day Dry-Aged Beef Sirloin Tataki, Surf & Turf, and Prosciutto-Wrapped Halibut.

Caputo Trattoria, Foxwoods

Open on NYE and New Year’s Day, they’ll have specials like a Large Seafood Tower, Veal Osso Bucco, Prosciutto-Wrapped Halibut, Truffled Gnochhi, and Prosecco Poached Pear.

Cedar’s Steaks & Oysters, Foxwoods

Join them on New Year’s Eve for 2020 inspired plates like Oysters Rockefeller, Chilean Sea Bass, and Filet & Shrimp.

Griswold Inn, Essex

On New Year’s Eve, enjoy a complete 3 course dinner for $62 per person.  On New Year’s Day, they’ll be open with a Brunch Buffet that costs $34 for adults, $17 for kids 7-12, and is free for those six and under.

J House, Greenwich

Ring in the New Year with a Great Gatsby evening at JIMMY. Party into 2020 with unbeatable views, premium open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres & stationary bites, a champagne toast at midnight, passed desserts, party favors & an incredible NYC DJ spinning til 1am.

Jesup Hall, Westport

Jesup Hall will be open on New Year’s Day with special menu items.

Oyster Club, Mystic

Oyster Club is taking reservations for New Year’s Eve Dinner between 5pm and 9pm.  Expect a locally sourced fine dining experience.

Millwrights, Simsbury

Millwright’s main dining room will have two seatings for a New Year’s Eve prix fixe dinner, one from 5-6:30pm and one from 7-10pm.  The Tavern will be open for walk-ins.  They are closed on January 1.

Bernard’s, Ridgefield

Join them for New Year’s Eve Dinner.  The 6pm seatings costs $105 and includes piano music with Hank Mulligan.  At the 9pm seating, feast on a prix fixe menu for $185, enjoy entertainment and dancing, and have a champagne toast at midnight.

Kashi, Stamford

At Kashi, a $99 tickets gets you a 4 hour premium open bar (10pm-2am) as well as access to sushi, seafood, and live music.  You can also enter to win an Apple Watcher, Airpods, and a Kashi Gift Card.

Geronimo Tequila Bar & Southwest Grill, Fairfield & New Haven

Geronimo Tequila Bar & Southwest Grill will be open New Year’s Eve, offering its a la carte menu along with food specials.  The kitchen will be open until 11pm, bar open until 1am.  The New Haven will also host a DJ in The Cave.  The restaurant will also be open for New Year’s Day from 12:00pm-8:00pm, featuring Brunch (until 4) with Bottomless Bloody Maria’s ($18pp) and food specials, in addition to it’s a la carte menu.

Our House, Norwalk

In honor of two years in business, Our House will have two floors of NYE entertainment.  They’ll have DJs, dancers, shot girls, giveaways, and more.

Basso Café, Norwalk

Basso's NYE Bash with Special Guests Sheila and Scott starts at 9:30pm.

Peaches, Norwalk

Visit Peaches on NYE for two floors of entertainment!  In the Pub, order from an a la carte menu and sip on a glass of complimentary bubbly.  On the second floor, make your way into a Juke Joint Party for $85 per person, which includes hors d’oeuvres, and open bar, and breakfast at 1am.  There will be live music by 9 of Hearts Band.

Washington Prime, Norwalk

On New Year’s Eve join them for a Prohibition themed dinner.  Opt for the early bird seating at 6pm or head to the main event, which starts at 8:30pm.  On New Year’s Day, they’ll serve a Prime Rib Brunch Buffet.

Mohegan Sun

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Mohegan Sun’s “Party into the New Year”!  The most extravagant New Year celebration gets underway with dancing and music by LA's DJ Kat Nova, an open bar, a champagne toast at Midnight and breakfast buffet as we ring in 2020.

Bar Americain, Mohegan Sun

They’ll be open from 4:30-11pm with a New Year's Eve special menu for $150: Bar Americain Caesar salad, surf and turf, and chocolate cream pie.

Tuscany, Mohegan Sun

From 4:30-11pm on December 31, dine on 18 oz. bone-in ribeye, butter poached Alaskan king crab, evoo silk potato, petit asparagus, and Béarnaise for $75.  On January 1, a New Year's Day brunch will be offered instead of lunch service from 10am - 2pm for $50 per person.

Two Steps Downtown Grille, Danbury

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a “Night of Magical Comedy.”  $72 includes hors d’oeuvres, salad, an entrée, dessert, drinks, and entertainment.

Red Lantern, Foxwoods

A $100 ticket Includes a Three-Course Meal at Red Lantern Restaurant & Lounge, admission to Shrine Nightclub, and a bottle of Belaire to celebrate.

Golden Dragon, Foxwoods

Make New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day a date with Golden Dragon’s prix fixe dinner for 2.

Café on the Green, Danbury

They will offer a 5 course New Year’s menu for $70 per person.

Coalhouse Pizza, Stamford

Join them for a New Year’s Day Brunch, where all drafts are just $5!

Tiernan, Stamford

Join them for an evening of New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31.

L’escale, Greenwich

L’escale’s New Year’s Eve Gala is not to be missed!  The evening starts with Pre Gala a la carte dining and a Pre Gala Champagne Bar.  It continues with a 5 course prix fixe menu with optional wine pairings.  They also offer an open bar package that also includes access to the party.

Artisan, Southport & West Hartford

Dine and Dance at Artisan’s New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner, which includes 5 courses, a champagne toast, and live music.

Riverview Bistro, Stratford

Festivities begin at 7:30pm!  Join them for an open bar all night, a prix fixe dinner, DJ, photo booth, champagne toast, and more.  $85 per person or $160 per couple.

The Hops Company, Derby

Come ring in 2020 with THC!  A $25 ticket includes entry and free drink.  A live DJ goes on at 9pm.

The Spread, Norwalk

Help us Roar in 2020 Spread Style! It's all about the glitz and glam of the old 20's, complete with Chef Specials & Roaring 20’s Libations.  There will also be a DJ, Photo Booth, and Champagne toast at Midnight.  2 seatings: 6pm and 8:30pm.

The Gray Goose Café, Southport

They will have a special New Year’s Eve menu with dishes like Grilled Lamb Lollipops, Pan Roasted Chilean Sea Bass, and Nutella Chocolate Moose.

Olea, New Haven

On New Year’s Eve, they’re open from 5 to 10pm., serving the dinner menu and the chef’s tasting menu by advance request.

Barcade, New Haven

2020 marks 15 years of business for Barcade!  Their celebrating on New Year’s Eve with a champagne toast, special tap list, and no cover charge.

Long Ridge Tavern, Stamford

On New Year’s Eve, join them for a special prix fixe dinner for $75 per person.  On New Year’s Day, they invite you to brunch from 12-3pm.

Aspen, Old Saybrook

New Year’s Eve specials include Chilean Sea Bass, Elk Rib Chop, Pan Fried Sweetbreads, and more.

Fresh Salt @ Saybrook Point, Saybrook

Join them for a New Year’s Day Brunch on Wednesday January 1 from 10am – 3pm.  Adults are $54.95 and children (5 -12yr) are $27.95.

Copper Beach Inn, Ivoryton

The Copper Beech Inn will be serving New Year's Eve Dinner between 5pm and 10pm.

Shell & Bones, New Haven

Shell & Bones will be open on New Year’s Eve from 2pm-12am, offering its regular a la carte menu with food specials, as well as a special New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe option for $125pp (including tax and gratuity).  On New Year’s Day from 11am – 10pm, they’ll be offering the regular a la carte menu, as well as Brunch until 2:30pm.

Mystic Aquarium, Mystic

Countdown to 12 o’clock- noon that is!  The Aquarium is planning fun midday activities for families with young children who want to celebrate the end of 2019 together, but not at the stroke of midnight. From 10am-2pm, a disc jockey will provide the beat, as well as a countdown.  Noon Year's Eve activities are included with Aquarium admission.

High Rollers, Foxwoods

Bowl into 2020!  For kids, hit the lanes with new year countdowns at 2pm and 5pm.  Adults can enjoy an NYE party with a DJ starting at 9pm.

Bedford Hall, Stamford

From 8pm-1am, their NYE party features a premium open bar package, live DJ, full dinner buffet, champagne toast, and a continental breakfast.

Water’s Edge @ Giovanni’s, Darien

Ring in 2020 with a delicious 4 course meal, dinner, dancing, and dessert.

Tigin, Stamford

Tigin will open at 9am on New Year’s Day.

Water’s Edge, Westbrook

They’ll have two early dinner seatings- 5pm and 5:30pm- that include a Four-Course Gourmet Dinner with Champagne or Apple Cider Toast.  From 7pm-1am, they’ll have a Dinner & Dance Party with cocktails, passed hors d’oeuvres, dinner, live music, and more.  Special overnight packages are available at the resort.

Outriggers, Stratford

Enjoy an NYE dinner with water views.  Call 203-377-8815 to reserve.

Guilford Mooring, Guilford 

Guilford Mooring will be open on New Year’s Eve from 11:30am-9pm offering its a la carte menu and specials beginning at 3pm.  Specials include half-price on all bottles of wine and prosecco, Clams Casino , Prime Rib, and Lobster Cavatelli.

Jasper White’s Summer Shack, Mohegan Sun

They’ll have 2 specials: “The Baller” with 1lb. Alaskan king crab legs, 1lb. steamed lobster, 8 oysters, 8 littlenecks, 4 cocktail shrimp, 2 oyster tuna sashimi and a bottle of Chloe Prosecco & the Lobster Surf & Turf with grilled lobster tail and filet mignon with bordelaise sauce, mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetable.

Hard Rock Café, Foxwoods

Are you ready to Rock in 2020?  This year Red Light is back to tear the house down. The doors will open at 10pm. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. VIP options are available.

Stony Creek Brewery, Foxwoods

We're bringing back the roarin' 20's this new year at Stony Creek Brewery at Foxwoods with a Prohibition Party! We'll have 16 beers on tap (with a few special releases just for NYE), 4 craft beer cocktails on tap, Prohibition specialty cocktail specials, and house infused liquors you won't see anywhere else! For the second year, we're bringing back our friends the Funky Dawgz starting at 10pm.

Bar Rosso, Stamford

Enjoy a 3 course meal, a DJ, and an open bar until midnight at Bar Rosso’s NYE celebration.  

Farmington Gardens, Farmington

Once again, they’re teaming up with Veuve Clicquot Champagne! The evening will start with passed hors d'oeuvres including a raw bar as guests mingle in the beautiful greenhouse. You'll enjoy unlimited premium beverages including select beer, wine, and liquor. Count down to the New Year with a champagne toast featuring 15 Liter Veuve Clicquot bottles.  The party will continue with late night dancing with DJ Darth Fader, photo booth fun and late night munchies.

Union Kitchen, Hartford

Dine on a Prix Fixe menu at Union Kitchen with live Music from Sinatra Impersonator Steven Lipman.

Walrus + Carpenter, Bridgeport

Join Walrus and The Pocket Hotties for a Black and White NYE party. There will be food, drinks, dancing, and a champagne toast.  Reservations are encouraged for dinner, with seatings available for 5:30p, 7:30p, and 9:30p.

Lugano Wine Bar & Salumeria, Greenwich

Order from their a la carte menu or Chef specials menu from 6-9pm.  The live DJ starts at 9pm and a bar special will run from 9pm-3am.  $85pp gets you a 3-hour premium open bar and tapas 

Madonia Restaurant, Stamford

They’ll serve a 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu featuring Chef Adam Zuniga’s regional Italian cuisine on NYE.  There will also be live entertainment with the Fire n Knives Rick Trio, dancing, and a Champagne toast.  $75 per person, plus tax and tip.

Carlson’s Landing, Essex

Kick off the new year with Chef Kyle Bledsoe’s NEW dinner menu!  Enjoy an early celebration at this quintessential waterside New England restaurant and gathering place.  3-9pm.

On20, Hartford

The early bird seating starts at 5:30 p.m. and includes a four-course tasting menu for $95.  The second seating begins at 8:30 p.m., a full seven-course tasting menu with beverage pairings for $300. The second seating also features live music and dancing with the Dave Palla Trio, a photo booth, post-dinner cocktails, party favors and a midnight champagne toast. VIP upgrades available.

VIVO, Hartford

VIVO will offer a New Year’s Day buffet from 7 a.m. to noon, featuring made-to-order omelets, smoked bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, fresh fruit, pastries, spreads, coffee, tea, juices and one complimentary mimosa or Bloody Mary for adults. The buffet is $26 for adults, $19 for kids under 10, and complimentary for children 5 and under.

Fleming’s Steakhouse, Hartford

Feast on a 3 course prix fixe NYE menu starting at $89 per person.

Bistro on Main, Manchester

Bistro on Main will offer a four-course menu from 4-11pm on NYE, with entree choices of boeuf en croûte, coq au riesling, roasted half-duck, Chilean sea bass and roasted cauliflower and chickpea pasta.  $75, including gratuity.

Fire at the Ridge, 99 Powder Hill Road, Middlefield

From 6-9:30pm on New Year’s Eve, partake in a four-course prix-fixe meal with a DJ, dancing, champagne toast, and late night snack. Cost is $79 plus tax and gratuity.

Olives & Oil, New Haven

Don your best James Bond attire and head to their “Casino Royale” themed NYE party with special a la carte menu, specialty cocktails, DJ entertainment starting at 11 p.m. and prizes for best-dressed Bond character.

Madison Beach Hotel, Madison

On NYE, they’ll serve specials in addition to their regular menu.  Plates include prime rib au jus, butter poached lobster, and rack of lamb.

The IRONS, Mystic

Their New Year’s Eve bash kicks off at 9 pm with a Wicked Peach concert and continues with a midnight champagne toast and breakfast buffet at 1am.

Hamilton Park, New Haven

From 6-10pm on NYE, they will offer a four-course prix-fixe dinner for $65 per person.

Market Grille, Manchester

Order from their prix-fixe dinner menu for $42.95 and stay for their private party starting at 8 pm, with premium open bar, hors d’oeuvres, raw bar, three-course dinner, DJ and dancing. 

Ballo Italian Restaurant, Mohegan Sun

They will be open from 4pm-Midnight with an assortment of New Year’s Eve specials.