8 December 21-27, 2023 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com New Times | music | cafe | culture | Night+Day | News | letters | coNteNts | Month XX–Month XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | FILM | ART | STAGE | NIGHT+DAY | METRO | RIPTIDE | LETTERS | CONTENTS | 8STREET BRICKELL. NYE 2024: Sun., Dec. 31, 10 p.m. $40. 88 SW Eighth St., Miami, 8streetbrickell.com. ABBALÉ TELAVIVIAN KITCHEN. New Year’s Eve at Abbalé Telavivian Kitchen: Ring in the New Year at Aventura’s latest dining destina- tion. Those seated between 5 and 6 p.m. can enjoy the restaurant’s Mediterranean/Israeli à la carte menu or enjoy prix-fixe seating starting at 9 p.m. Priced at $195 per person, celebrate “Midnight in Tel Aviv” with a DJ and instrumental music and traditional tree lighting as well as a signature Tel Avivian toast at midnight. The menu kicks off with a glass of Champagne 1818 and an amuse- bouche of caviar and chip with halloumi and honey and ceviche and arak. The first two courses are served family-style. The first course is salatim: Abba’s pickles and marinated olives with fire- baked pita, hummus, muhammara, and charred onion tahini. The second course of mezze consists of crispy cauliflower, a choice of crudo — ahi tuna tartare or hamachi crudo — and a choice of salad — roasted Beets and avocado, Israeli salad, or Abbalé herb salad. For the main course, choose from a selection of delicious entrées including sumac-lemon-marinated chicken shashlik, pan-roasted ora king Sslmon, Moroccan grouper, fire-roasted branzino, or prime flat-iron steak shashlik. There will be plates of grilled broccolini, jeweled Moroccan couscous, and hand-cut fries for the table. The final course is dessert and includes an assortment for the table: Persian swirl, dark chocolate brownie, pistachio baklava, and basbousa. Sun., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $195. 2956 NE 199th St., Aventura, 305-587-4242, abbaletlv.com. ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert: Sat., Dec. 30, 8 p.m. $29-$159. 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-949-6722, arshtcenter.org. ADRIFT MARE. New Year’s Eve at Adrift Mare: Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Adrift Mare with a four-course, prix-fixe feast. Guests can choose between two seatings: the first from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. is priced at $148 per person, and the second from 8:30 p.m. to midnight is priced at $198 per person. Enjoy tantalizing snacks, including Parker rolls with black truffle butter, king crab Rrlls with finger lime aioli, oysters accompanied by zhoug sauce, and steak tartare topped with caviar and crispy potatoes. Appetizer highlights include yellow- fin tuna with tonnato sauce, osetra caviar, and buckwheat crackers or orecchiette pasta with brown butter and winter truffle. For the main course, guests can choose between the succulent prime rib roast made with green peppercorn sauce or grilled turbot, prepared with smoked pil-pil sauce. Complement your main dish with delightful sides to share, featuring corn ribs with chive salt, crispy potatoes with sour cream, and green beans with hazelnut dukkah. End on a sweet note with two delectable options for dessert: baklava made with pistachio sponge, raw honey, walnut ice cream, and roasted filo or a luscious dark chocolate tart served with vanilla ice cream. Sun., Dec. 31, 5:30-8:30 & 8:30 p.m.-midnight. $148-$198. 1395 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305-503-6529, adriftmare.com. AMERANT BANK ARENA. Nate Bargatze: Sun., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $31-$391. 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, 954-835-8000, amerant- bankarena.com. AMERICAN SOCIAL. 2024 Karat Magic NYE Party: Join American Social for its 2024 Karat Magic NYE Party. All guests in attendance will receive a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. Sun., Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $50-$125. 721 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-7005, americansocialbar.com. ANTHONY’S RUNWAY 84. New Year’s Eve at Anthony’s Runway 84: Ring in 2024 at the hottest New Year’s Eve celebration, “North of Havana,” at Anthony’s Runway 84. South Florida’s legendary Italian supper club celebrates New Year’s Eve Goodfellas-style with a spectacular Copa at the Runway party. The decadent evening, which kicks off at 8:30 p.m., will feature an indulgent four-course dinner, Champagne toast, party favors, and live music entertainment by Mitch Franco & the Takeoffs. Table reservations are priced at $350 per person; bar seating is priced at $275 per person. Cocktails will be available à la carte. Sun., Dec. 31, 8:30 p.m. $275-$350. 330 W. State Rd. 84, Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-8484, runway84.com. AREA 31. Area 31 New Year’s Eve: Enjoy a four-course, prix-fixe din- ner menu by executive chef Sezer Deniz with views of downtown, Biscayne Bay, and Brickell Key on New Year’s Eve. Area 31 will offer two seatings: early bird at 6 p.m. ($165 per person) and a late-night dinner at 9 p.m. ($240 per person) which features front row seats to a spectacular fireworks show at midnight. The prix-fixe menu includes chilled melon soup as amuse bouche, king fish as the first course, scallops as second course, wagyu asado rossini or Florida black grouper as main course, and the chocolate duo for dessert. Guests have the option to add a wine pairing for each course. Sun., Dec. 31, 6 & 9 p.m. $165-$240. 270 Biscayne Blvd. Way, Miami, 305-424-5234, area31restaurant.com. ARIETE. New Year’s Eve at Ariete: Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the enchanting, twice Michelin-starred Ariete with an exquisite nine-course tasting menu created by chef/owner Michael Beltran for $295 per person. With seatings beginning at 6 p.m., the culinary experience starts with several canapés including crispy bread, empanada, pincho and terrine, followed by caviar (warm arroz roll, bay leaf, and tomato consommé) and sour orange brioche with tomato-dusted foie butter. Guests will then enjoy langoustine (bouil- labaisse crema, crispy okra, smoked fish “andouille,” and red pepper vinaigrette) and mushroom (boniato gnudi, bacalao cream, smoked trout roe and colatura mojo) as well as local fish (turnip, crookneck squash, heirloom tomato, and sauce Américaine), and Grape x 12 (yogurt, powder, jam, and granita). Finally, the main course features an exquisitely prepared wild boar Wellington (wild mushroom, chestnut, beet- juniper butter, and truffle jus). The evening’s tasting experience will conclude with an indulgent gianduja chocolate and sour cherry entremet cake for dessert. Sun., Dec. 31. $295. 3540 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, 786-615-3747, arietecoconutgrove.com. ARLO WYNWOOD. New Year’s Eve at Arlo Wynwood’s Rooftop: Guests can party like VIPs with free-flowing drinks from the three-hour open bar. Vibrant energy will fill the room with a live DJ spinning hip-hop, Top 40, and the hottest hits all night. As the clock ticks down to midnight, partygoers will toast the new year with a glass of Champagne. Sun., Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $70-$1,750. 2217 NW Miami Ct., Miami, 786-522-6600, arlohotels.com/wynwood. AVRA MIAMI. New Year’s Eve at Avra: Step into the world of Greek dining luxury this New Year’s Eve at Avra Estiatorio for an unforget- table evening featuring live entertainment, a toast of Taittinger Champagne, and a meticulously crafted dinner experience. The venue opens at 7 p.m. with a one-hour cocktail reception, and guests will be seated at 8 p.m. Prepare to indulge in a sensational menu including a bread selection basket, delectable sea urchin tart and scallop tartar, family-style appetizers, a refreshing winter salad, a choice between wagyu filet or Ōra king grill salmon, and a decadent Avra dessert platter. Sun., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $750. 17885 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach, 786-807-7555, theavragroup.com. B OCEAN FORT LAUDERDALE. Diamonds & Martinis NYE Extrava- ganza: Join the B Ocean Resort for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Indulge in a delectable dinner buffet by chef David Morales. Upgrade to the B VIP for endless Champagne. Party like never before and enjoy a live DJ, dancers, surprises, and a spec- tacular midnight Champagne toast followed by a dazzling fireworks show. Sun., Dec. 31, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. $175-$299. 1140 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-564-1000, bhotelsandresorts.com. BACKYARD. New Year 2024 Party: Get ready for South Florida’s biggest outdoor New Year’s Eve celebration. Enjoy an open bar from 9 p.m. to midnight, DJ, dancing, balloon drop, midnight Champagne toast, and more. Sun., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $30-$500. 100 SW Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-449-1025, backyardftl.com. BAGATELLE. New Year’s Eve Moulin Rouge: Celebrate the start of 2024 cabaret style at Bagatelle Miami’s Moulin rouge. Sun., Dec. 31, 7 p.m.-2 a.m. 1669 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-704-3900, bagatelle.com/venues/miami. BALAN’S. Alice in Winter Wonderland New Year’s Eve: Get ready for Alice in Winter Wonderland, combining the whimsical and fantastical for a magical evening of curious delights. Balan’s bids farewell to the old year and welcomes the new one with style and excitement. The night’s best-dressed king and queen will be crowned during a ceremony and win a $500 Balan’s gift card. Enjoy an open bar from 9 p.m. to midnight and a midnight Champagne toast. Sun., Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-3 a.m. $125-$1,500. 901 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 305-871-9783, balansbrickell.com. BALL & CHAIN. New Year’s Eve at Ball & Chain: Located in the heart of Miami’s iconic Calle Ocho, Ball and Chain is the ultimate dining and entertainment destination with live latin music and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests are invited to experience live music by Marlow Rosado and sip on delicious handcrafted cocktails while celebrat- ing the new year. Sun., Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-3 a.m. $150-$3,000. 1513 SW Eighth St., Miami, 305-643-7820, ballandchainmiami.com. BÂOLI MIAMI. Bâoli New Year’s Eve: Experience an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with world-class music, imaginative cocktails, entertain- ment, and a tantalizing new approach to dining at Miami’s hottest restaurant, Bâoli. Immerse your senses in a decadent four-course meal featuring a full selection of Asian-inspired food, carefully crafted using fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. Embark on a culinary adventure for the tastebuds and savor the captivating flavors of iconic favorites like the wagyu gyoza, Kusshi oysters, wild mushroom hot pot, and Bali-style Maine lobster. As the clock strikes midnight, the celebration continues with electrifying beats, sophisticated sips, and a captivating energy. Sun., Dec. 31, 6:30- 7:30 & 9:30 p.m.-midnight. $150-$450. 1906 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-8822, baolimiami.com. BARCELONA WINE BAR. New Year’s Eve at Barcelona Wine Bar: Instead of huddling around the TV with your crew watching the ball drop, consider a night out for a progressive evening of food, drink, and fun. Barcelona Wine Bar, with its chef-driven Spanish tapas menu, award-winning wines, and killer vibe, is taking it up a notch or two on New Year’s Eve with day-of specials, flowing porrón pours all night to willing guests, and, of course, a bubbly toast for everyone at midnight. Sun., Dec. 31. 310 NW 25th St., Miami, 305-824-2999, barcelonawinebar.com. BATCH GASTROPUB MIAMI. New Year’s Eve at Batch: Plan your NYE at Batch Gastropub for an unbeatable New Year’s Eve celebration that combines affordability with unforgettable fun. For just $65, indulge in the open bar from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. and treat yourself to an array of beers, wines, and spirits. Move and groove to the beats of a fantastic DJ lineup, ensuring a dance-filled transition into the new year. Mark your calendars and secure your spot at Batch Gastropub for the most affordable and lively New Year’s Eve bash in town. Sun., Dec. 31, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. $65. 30 SW 12th St., Miami, 305-808-5555, batchgastropub.com. BAYFRONT PARK. Bayfront NYE 2024: You have plenty to celebrate this year, and the City of Miami is doing it in style with an A-list concert for the ages. Enjoy endless cocktails, wine, craft beer, and a Champagne toast, all under the starlit sky at Bayfront Park. Sun., Dec. 31, 6 p.m.-midnight. Free-$199. bayfrontnye.com. 301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-358-7550, bayfrontparkmiami.com. BELLINI. Bellini New Year’s Eve: Experience a glamorous New Year’s Eve unlike any other with an extravagant dinner at Bellini, set atop the iconic Mr. C Miami Coconut Grove. Immerse your senses in a decadent, three-course, seasonal menu. Begin the exquisite culinary journey with steak tartare with white truffle ($110), followed by a sumptuous ovo ravioli with light butter sauce and sage ($48). For the main course, indulge in your choice of broiled sea bream ($52) or veal cheek with saffron risotto ($75). End on a sweet note with Mont Blanc con zabaione sauce ($24). Sun., Dec. 31. 2988 McFarlane Rd., Miami, 305-800-7672, mrccoconut- grove.com/dining. BILTMORE HOTEL. The Biltmore’s New Year’s Eve Celebration & Fireworks: Raise a glass to celebrate the new year with the Biltmore as you dance the night away through light shows and haze effects as the DJ spins a variety of your favorite contemporary hits all night long, leading up to the spectacular fireworks show that will illuminate the sky above the golf course at midnight. Enjoy a premium open bar and an array of extravagant desserts. Sun., Dec. 31, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. $250. 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables, 305-445- 8066, biltmorehotel.com. BLUE MARTINI. New Year’s Eve R.I.P. to 2023: Sun., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $75. 8405 Mills Dr., Miami, 305-630- 2583, bluemartinilounge.com. BODEGA TAQUERIA Y TEQUILA SOUTH BEACH. New Year’s Eve at Bodega: Look no further than Bodega for your NYE celebration to ring in the new year. Guests will enjoy music by DJ Savi and a three-hour premium open bar from 9 p.m. to midnight, including a complimentary Don Julio shot. Sun., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $125. 1220 16th St., Miami Beach, 305-704-2145, bodegataqueria.com. BOURBON STEAK BY MICHAEL MINA. New Year’s Eve at Bourbon Steak: Chef Michael Mina’s award-winning steakhouse inside the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa will offer a three-course, prix-fixe dinner for New Year’s Eve. Guests will have a choice of an appetizer, entrée accompanied by a trio of delectable side dishes, and a dessert. The evening will offer two seatings: the first seating, priced at $250 per person, will take place between 6 and 8:30 p.m.; the second seating, priced at $350 per person, will be offered between 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and will feature a DJ and a complimentary Champagne toast. Sun., Dec. 31, 6-8:30 & 8:30-10:30 p.m. $250-$350. 19999 W. Country Club Dr., Aventura, 786-279-6600, bourbonsteakmia.com. BRANJA. New Year’s Eve at Branja: Ring in the new year this New Year’s Eve with some of Branja’s delicious signature Mediterranean menu items, such as the best-selling “Fishwarma,” or dine like royalty with the Moroccan King’s Feast — a special menu featuring the signature spices, peppers, and ingredients found in Moroccan food with a unique Branja twist. Sun., Dec. 31. 5010 NE Second Ave. Unit 201, Miami, 786-765-5555, branjamiami.com. BURLOCK COAST. New Year’s Eve Burlock Coast: Close out the year at Burlock Coast, the Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale’s waterfront restaurant. On December 31, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with the final seating at 9 p.m., guests are invited to turn the page to the new year while they dine on a delectable menu, listen to a live DJ and violinist, enjoy party favors, dance the night away and watch the ball drop. The dinner costs $185 per person and $69 per child Ariete photo Caviar & Champagne at Ariete
