Best Westside LA Dining on New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve is big business in the City of Angels. Not to worry, ETG has put together a selection of the Best Restaurants that host annual New Year’s Eve events on the westside of LA.
Best New Year’s Eve LA Events
These are all staff picks. At least one of our staff has attended one or more of these happenings in the past few years. Many of these exclusive restaurants provide two seatings with the latter offering a champagne toast at midnight. Visit the websites for more info prior to booking a reservation for up-to-date prices and menus. Let’s jump right in.
Santa Monica’s New Year’s Eve Restaurant Events
Ring in the New Year at Orla located in the Regent Santa Monica Beach Hotel. The exquisite Mediterranean cuisine by Chef Michael Mina makes for the perfect meal on New Year’s eve. Each year the dinner is accompanied by live music such as the glamorous Satin Dollz (see image above). It is an elegant celebration. Orla, A Michael Mina Restaurant, Regent Santa Monica Beach, 1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; https://orlasantamonica.com
FIG another popular Santa Monica restaurant hosts a festive annual year end celebration.The food is always on point, and FIG offers a romantic atmosphere. The New Year’s Eve event serves up a multi-course menu with plenty to choose from. Enjoy a prix fixe of four delicious courses.
You have my personal recommendation, since I have reviewed this restaurant – CLICK HERE to read. Fig Santa Monica is located in the Fairmont Miramar at 101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, 90401; http://www.figsantamonica.com/
Also in Santa Monica, the Upper West just happens to be a longtime favorite of mine. In addition to hosting art shows year round, this restaurant offer tantalizing food. Chef Nick always out does himself. The best thing about their New Year’s eve is their entire menu is available. CLICK HERE to find out more about the restaurant. The Upper West, 3321 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica 90405; http://www.theupperwest.com/
An Upscale News Year’s Eve Dining in West Hollywood
If you are looking for stunning views, head to Merois by Chef Wolfgang Puck at the Pendry Hotel in West Hollywood. Take in a gorgeous cityscape while dining on this rooftop eatery. Enjoy an intoxicating fusion of Japanese, Southeast Asian as well as French/ California cuisine. Merois, The Pendry Hotel, 8430 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069; https://www.pendry.com/west-hollywood/dining/merois/
Of course STK Steakhouse always hosts “A Celebration Like No Other.” Toast to new beginnings with its exclusive Holiday Cheers Menu. If you love steak, STK is the place for you. Dance the night away with a Live DJ while making that special toast at midnight with the one you love.
The food is exceptional – CLICK HERE to read my review. STK Steak House, 930 Hilgard Avenue, LA 90024; https://stksteakhouse.com/
Celebrate the New Year at Elegant Restaurants in Culver City
Jetset back one hundred years to the glory of the Culver Hotel. This landmark has been fully renovated and is a glorious place to celebrate the new year. Enjoy live music, DJs, performers, and a complimentary glass of bubbles or a spirit & mixer with your ticket purchase. Depending on your preference, choose what excites you most – live music in the grand lobby, a DJ on the patio or in the Velvet Lounge. The Culver Hotel, 9400 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232; https://www.culverhotel.com/
Or, go all out and book a reservation at Vespertine. Located in an architecturally stunning building (Waffle) designed by Eric Owen Moss. You can’t miss it…locals affectionally call it the Waffle building. Chef Jordan Kahn brings us undeniably extraordinary cuisine with his two Michelin star menu. So if it’s within your budget, make this year a memorable one. The dinner will definitely be an experience, justifying this expensive way to ring in the New Year. Vespertine, 3599 Hayden Ave. Culver City, CA, 90232; https://vespertine.la/
So if you happen to be in LA, which ever restaurant you choose, our staff all agree. These are our top staff picks. Happy New Year to you from ETG – wherever you are!
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