19 December 29, 2022 - January 4, 2023 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com New Times | Contents | Letters | news | night+Day | CuLture | Cafe | Music | miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | RIPTIDE | METRO | NIGHT+DAY | STAGE | ART | FILM | CAFE | MUSIC | Kimpton Epic Hotel. NYE 2023: Join Groove Society and Brickell Living on Saturday, December 31, for an unforgettable evening as they ring in the new year perched on the 16th floor of the Kimpton Epic Hotel. General admission and premium open bar tickets are available for purchase, along with table package options. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $50-$2,500. 270 Biscayne Blvd. Way, Miami, 305-424-5226, epichotel.com. Klaw Miami. GREAT GATSBY NIGHT: The land and sea hot spot will be delighting guests this New Year’s Eve with a true Gatsby af- fair. Klaw is featuring a special à la carte menu in the downstairs dining room accented by live entertainment, a DJ, Champagne towers, and, of course, a midnight Champagne toast to ring in 2023 in style. After dining downstairs, bring the party up to the sixth floor for the best-unobstructed view of Biscayne Bay’s jaw-dropping fireworks show from the rooftop bar. Sat., Dec. 31, 6 p.m. $175-$350. 1737 N. Bayshore Dr., Miami, 305-239-2523, klawrestaurant.com. Komodo. NYE AT KOMODO: Join Komodo this New Year’s Eve for its Forbidden City dinner. The Brickell hot spot is known for its iconic, treehouse-like atmosphere, Instagrammable birds’ nest seating, and elegant Southeast Asian cuisine. With the lounge just steps away, guests can enjoy an elevated meal and a party without leaving the venue. Sat., Dec. 31, 6-8 p.m. $180-$295. 801 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305-534-2211, komodomiami.com. La Otra. NYE AT LA OTRA: Celebrations start at 9 p.m. with a premium open bar until midnight, party novelties, and Champagne toast. Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $50-$100. 55 NE 24th St., Miami, 305-908- 9368, laotramiami.com. Lagniappe. CAMILO MOLINA: Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. Free. 3425 NE Second Ave., Miami, 305-576-0108, lagniappehouse.com. Le Chick Miami. NEW YEAR’S DAY AT LE CHICK: This New Year’s Day, hangover cures and craft cocktails await at Le Chick in Wynwood. Le Chick is the perfect brunch spot to satisfy your weekend hangover cravings for eggs, mimosas, and French toast. With its sophisticated chic atmosphere, guests can sit back, relax, and enjoy finger-licking dishes like its signature fried chicken served atop a crispy waffle and bottomless mimosas. Sun., Jan. 1, 12-4 p.m. 310 NW 24th St., Miami, 786-216-7086, lechickmiami.com. Le Zoo. LE ZOO: In honor of the new year, Le Zoo will be offering special menu items on New Year’s Eve, as well as a live DJ performance. Sat., Dec. 31, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour, 786-655-5600, lezoo.com. LIV. TIËSTO: Wed., Dec. 28, 11:30 p.m. $110. MARSHMELLO: Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $175-$250. 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674- 4680, livnightclub.com. Los Félix. NYE WITH KRÜS KITCHEN AND LOS FÉLIX: Celebrate bringing in the new year with a four-course tasting menu by chef Sebastian with influences from Los Félix and Krüs Kitchen. Sat., Dec. 31, 6:30 p.m. $125-$195. 3413 Main Highway, Miami, 305- 640-5013, losfelixmiami.com. Louie Bossi. NYE AT LOUIE BOSSI: New Year’s Eve at Louie Bossi’s will feature a twenty ounce porterhouse steak with two sides ($85). The sides are grilled asparagus and pan roasted cauliflower with hazelnuts, raisins and capers. Sat., Dec. 31, 10-midnight. $85. 1032 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 9554-356-6699, louiebossi. com/ft-lauderdale. LPM Restaurant & Bar. NYE AT LPM RESTAURANT & BAR: This New Year’s Eve, experience LPM’s Cirque du Soleil soiree for the ultimate extravaganza. A curated experience featuring live entertainment, acrobatics, and a delectable family-style menu paired with crafted cocktails and Champagne. Sat., Dec. 31, 6-8 & 8 p.m.-midnight. $295-$395. 1300 Brickell Bay Dr., Miami, 305-401-9133, lpmlon- don.co.uk/miami. Luca Osteria. NYE AT LUCA OSTERIA: ‘Tis the season for truffles at Luca Osteria. For New Year’s Eve, chef Giorgio Rapicavoli’s Italian eatery is hosting its second-annual truffle dinner offering an indulgent, sharing-style tasting menu for $175 per person. A complimentary glass of bubbly is included. Sat., Dec. 31, 5:30 p.m. $175. 116 Giralda Ave., Coral Gables, 305-381-5097, lucamiami.com. M2. MEAT XXL: With Alex Acosta, Felipe Lira, Matt Suave, and Spencer Huff. Fri., Dec. 30, 10 p.m. $49-$119. dreamlandnye.com. DREAM- LAND NYE: With LP Giobbi, Danny Verde, and Matt Denton. Sat., Dec. 31, 10 p.m. $119-$169. dreamlandnye.com. 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-771-0388, m2miami.com. Mad Club Wynwood. NEW YEAR’S EVE: Open bar from 8 to 11 p.m. Enjoy live music, hand-passed hors d’oeuvres, Champagne toast at midnight, and ballon drop. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $20-$100. 55 NE 24th St., Miami, 305-744-1714, madclubwynwood.com. Marion. FILM FESTIVAL SOIRÉE NYE 2023: Ring in the new year with Marion as the hot spot transforms into the legendary premiere event of the French Riviera, a night at Cannes Film Festival. Marion will transport you to the South of France, where you will wine and dine like Hollywood royalty. Sat., Dec. 31, 7 p.m. $195-$995. 1111 SW First Ave., Miami, 786-717-7512, marionmiami.com. Mau Miami. NYE AT MAU MIAMI: Ring in 2023 with a celebratory family-style pre-fixe dinner this New Year’s Eve — and a champagne toast, of course at Midtown’s Bohemian Mediterranean restaurant, Maü Miami. Sat., Dec. 31, 6 p.m.-2 a.m. $100-$200. 3252 NE First Ave. #109, Miami, 786-971-9100, maumia.com. Mayami Mexicantina. NYE AT MAYAMI: This New Year’s Eve, indulge in a special menu at Mayami, located in the heart of Wynwood. Taste the bold flavors of potato leek velouté, followed by your choice of king crab tostada or kampachi for your first course. Pair the winter corn and truffle risotto, with a decadent, braised Wagyu tri-tip or butter-poached black bass, for the main course of your dreams. Finish the night off with a chocolate pistachio mousse while taking in the late-night party atmosphere with aerialists and fire dancers. Sat., Dec. 31, 5 p.m.-3 a.m. 127 NW 23rd St., Miami, 786-660-1341, mayamiwynwood.com. Mayfair House Hotel & Garden. NYE IN THE GROVE: Ringing in the new year in the neighborhood with the Coconut Groove tribe. Join us for a memorable night under the stars at an iconic venue in Coconut Grove, the Mayfair Rooftop. Lineup includes Grove Shaman, John Cash, Zion, Velero, and Snuka. Sat., Dec. 31, 7 p.m.-3 a.m. $57.15. 3000 Florida Ave., Miami, 305-779-5100, mayfairhousemiami.com. Miami Beach Bandshell. MAGIC CITY HIPPIES: With the Hails and Cannibal Kids. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $36.05-$432.60. 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-672-5202, miamibeachbandshell.com. The Miami Beach Edition. NYE AT MATADOR ROOM: The Matador Room at the Miami Beach Edition hosts a New Year’s Eve four-course dinner with complimentary wine pairings and a decadent dessert experience at the restaurant by chef Jean-Georges. Sat., Dec. 31, 5:30-8 & 9-11 p.m. $95-$275. 2901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 786-257-4500, editionhotels.com/miami-beach. Miami Children’s Museum. NOON YEAR’S EVE: Ring in the new year — a few hours early — with a countdown to noon at the museum’s biggest and best balloon drop yet surrounded by confetti. Sat., Dec. 31, noon. $12-$24. 980 MacArthur Cswy., Miami, 305-373-5437, miamichildrensmuseum.org. Miami Sound Bar. NYE AT MIAMI SOUND BAR: Celebrate NYE 2023 at Miami Sound Bar’s intimate setting. General admission tickets are available with open bar and table packages on sale. Sat., Dec. 31, 10 p.m. $120-$720. 123 SE Second Ave., Miami, 786-809-0900. Minibar. NYE AT MINIBAR: Spend your New Year’s Eve at Minibar and enjoy a complimentary toast at midnight, guest DJs, and cocktail specials sponsored by Bacardi. Sat., Dec. 31, 5 p.m.-3 a.m. Free. 418 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach, 305-763-8934, minibarmiami.com. Miramar Regional Park. NYE CHILDREN’S PRE-BALL DROP: Com- missioner Maxwell B. Chambers hosts the pre-ball drop event for children. Don’t miss the free family-friendly event and ring in the new year with inflatables, a big slide, bungee bounce, face painting, popcorn, ice cream, a DJ, and more. Sat., Dec. 31, 1-5 p.m. Free. 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, 954-883-6950, miramarfl.gov. Mondrian South Beach Hotel. MOONLIGHT RENDEZVOUS AT BAIA BEACH CLUB: Ring in 2023 at Baia Beach Club with stunning views of the Magic City during the extravagant Moonlight Rendezvous. Indulge in a decadent dinner on the deck followed by a spectacular poolside soiree featuring DJ sounds, live entertainment, a midnight firework show, and Champagne toasts. Sat., Dec. 31, 6:30-8 p.m. $195-$295. 1100 W. Ave., Miami Beach, 305-514-1500, morgan- shotelgroup.com/mondrian/mondrian-south-beach. Moxy Miami South Beach. NEW YEAR’S EVE AT SERENA: Serena at Moxy South Beach will ring in 2023 with the ultimate culinary and cocktail experience for a New Year’s Eve to remember, with plenty of fun, food, and drinks to be had. Diverse menus will be served family-style, including dishes such as cobia aguachile, esquites, short-rib tostada, and dressed oysters with a sweet dessert finish of dulce de leche or a chocolate tart. Sat., Dec. 31, 6-7 p.m. $90-100. A NIGHT IN COPACABANA: Head to the rooftop, the Upside, at Moxy South Beach for a New Year’s Eve celebration. Transport yourself to Rio de Janeiro for a night at the Copacabana for an all-white dress code celebration featuring amazing views