When the wrapping, traveling, prepping and planning of the holidays is over, it’s time to pop the champagne and toast to the new year. The Queen City has no shortage of ways to bring in 2018 in style. Our top picks:
Dine out
Make your last meal of 2018 worth remembering as Charlotte restaurants offer specials menus and toasts. RESERVE TODAY. And enter to win our Porsche for a Day contest asap, so you can arrive in style.
Coaltranes
Coaltrane’s Char Grill is running a killer special at both their locations this weekend! 75 cent wings, $3 mimosas & $5 Bloody Marys for both NYE and NYD.
Corkbuzz Charlotte
4905 Ashley Park Ln.
Corkbuzz Charlotte has half priced Champagne bottles ALL NIGHT LONG. Per owner Laura Maniec “All bottles of Champagne are 1/2 off all night long…..Every single one. And we are keeping the cellar open till 2am so guests can come before/after dinner but should also have dinner with us:).” So pop those corks with the help of the professionals at Corkbuzz. Dine on a four-course prix-fixe menu ($70 per guest) with optional sommelier selected wine pairing (additional $40) and a complimentary Ruinart Blanc de Blanc toast. Reservations are available starting at 5 p.m. View the full menu here. Call 704.625.1328 to reserve.
The McNinch House Restaurant
511 N Church St.
Enjoy a truly memorable night out at The McNinch House Restaurant. The five-course meal crafted by executive chef Matthew Sheppard and Sou Chef Corey Thomas includes oysters on the half shell, caramelized pear salad, lobster tail, beef filet and white chocolate and passion fruit cake. Reserve your table here.
Bonterra Dining & Wine Room
1829 Cleveland Avenue
Bonterra will serve a three-course prix fixe menu with offerings including Bonterra’s She Crab Soup, Cast Iron Center Cut Filet Mignon and Warm Gingerbread Pudding. View the full menu here. Cost is $75 per person. Reserve by calling 704.333.9463 or online using OpenTable.
JP Charlotte
601 S College St.
JP Charlotte will offer a three-course New Year’s Eve dinner for $38 per person with seatings from 5 p.m. until midnight. Call 704.335.2064 to reserve your table. The Menu:
First Course (Choice of)
Butternut Squash Bisque// Coconut Shrimp Purse/ Shaved Fennell/ Chive Oil
or
Baby Kale and Apple Salad// Tri Color Tomato/ Watermelon Radish/ Basil Pistou/ Pistachio Crumble/
Whipped Goat Cheese
Entree
Maine Lobster & Dukkha Spiced Lamb Chops // 30 Layer Manchego and Herb Potato Gratin/ Baby
Heirloom Tomato and Asparagus Relish
Sweets
Smoked JPC Bourbon Butter Cake a la mode// Chocolate Ganache/ Raspberry Meringue/ Sea Salt
Vivace Charlotte
303 S. Church St.
Vivace will host you and yours for a four-course prix-fixe menu, with highlights including Octopus Bolognese, Braised Lamb Shank, Monkfish “Osso bucco”, Peppermint Tiramisu and more. View the menu here. $50 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.; $65 6:30 p.m. – close. Call 704.370.7755 or reserve online.
Angeline’s
303 S. Church St.
Guests will enjoy a five-course Chef’s tasting menu at Uptown’s newest fine dining destination. $75 per person. Preview the menu selection here and reserve your table online.
Draught Restaurant & Bar
601 S Cedar St.
At Draught, New Year’s Eve is a one stop shop. Start the evening off with dinner from 5-10 p.m., $40 for two people with your choice of one appetizer and two entrées.
Stagioni
715 Providence Rd.
Chef Drew has curated a four-course dinner for New Year’s Eve guests, which begins with a prosecco toast. $75 per person plus tax and gratuity. Call 704.372.8110 or reserve online.
Aix en Provence
545 B Providence Rd.
New Year’s Eve guests will enjoy a five-course tasting menu crafted by Chef Drew, complete with live accordion music and special Holiday Libation offerings. There will be two seatings: 5;6:30 p.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Call 704.332.1886 to reserve your table.
5Church Charlotte
127 N Tryon St.
Whether you’re an early bird or an all-nighter, 5Church is another one stop destination for dinner and dancing. Dine from a four-course menu beginning at 5 p.m., then stay for dancing, champagne toast and party favors. View the full menu here.
Sophia’s Lounge
127 N Tryon St.
Guests at Sophia’s will enjoy a five course chef tasting menu created by Chef Jamie Lynch with seatings beginning at 5 p.m. View the full menu here.
204 North Kitchen & Cocktails
204 N Tryon St.
Start the evening off with a three or five course menu, then stick around for two party experiences: an all-inclusive bash on the second floor and cash bar on the first. Find more information here.
Raise your glass
These don’t-miss parties will have you celebrating well into the first few hours of 2018.
SoCo Bar
601 S College St.
At SoCo Bar, toast into the new year with a DJ, party favors, complimentary oyster bar, balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight.
The Imperial
300 N College St #101
At The Imperial, expect music by DJ Zio in the lounge, dancing, drinks and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. $15 online tickets, $20 at the door.
NYE Cocktails and Confetti
Ink N Ivy | 222 S Church St.
Get ready to party with the help of Ink N Ivy. Expect multiple DJs, appetizer and breakfast buffets, part favors and a champagne toast at midnight. General admission and VIP ticket options are available.
Essex Bar & Bistro
101 S Tryon St #14
Essex’s celebration includes a full buffet and open bar including select wines, beer and liquors, plus a champagne toast at midnight. $75 per person.
Brew Years Eve
Sycamore Brewing | 2161 Hawkins St.
If casual is more your style, head to Sycamore Brewing where they’ll have special beer releases, a heated tent, TIN Kitchen food truck and best of all, no dress code. Tickets are $20 per person and must be purchased in advance.
2018 New Year’s Eve Party
Catawba Brewing Co. | 933 Louise Ave, Suite 105
At Catawba Brewing Co, expect music from DJ Bryson Rider, complimentary late night snacks and a champagne toast.
Annual New Year’s Eve Celebration
Hilton Charlotte University Place | 8629 J M Keynes Dr.
The annual celebration includes a full dinner buffet, open bar, party favors, a live band, late night snacks, champagne toasts and overnight accommodations. $399.95 per couple. Call 704.547.7444 to reserve.
Bulldog South End NYE Party
Bulldog Beer and Wine | 1434 Winnifred St.
Bulldog South End will be ringing in the new year with live music from Brandon Davidson, no cover charge and a champagne toast at midnight.
Charlotte NYE 2018 At The Ritz
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte | 201 East Trade St.
At the Ritz, expect two unique ballroom celebration spaces, multiple bar stations, photo booths and VIP perks. Attire is Semi-formal. $100+.
CLT New Year’s Eve presented by Ally
Romare Bearden Park
The city’s official New Year’s Eve celebration brings food trucks, DJs, live musical acts and a fire display to the heart of Uptown. DOn’t miss the lighting of the Queen City crown.
New Year’s Eve at The Spoke
The Broken Spoke | 227 Southside Dr.
The Broken Spoke will be celebrating with live jazz from the Dreamtones, specialty champagne cocktails and a midnight toast. Doors open at 6 p.m. $5 cover.
No Hype New Year’s Eve
Red Clay Ciderworks | 245 Clanton Rd.
Trade your high heels for casual kicks at Red Clay Ciderworks. The non-ticketed event will include late night appetizers, raffles and a cider toast at midnight.
2018 Extravaganza Charlotte
Harvey B. Gantt Center | 551 South Tryon Street
Start 2018 with three floors of entertainment, three Des, complimentary food, party favors and more at the Harvey B. Gantt Center. Doors open at 9 p.m. $40+.
2018 Southern Skyline Grand Ball
Le Meridian | 555 South McDowell Street
Now in its fifth year, Southern Skyline is back with four music stages (featuring Cheat Codes), over ten bands and DJs, signature cocktails and menu items and specials on hotel packages. Purchase tickets here.
Topgolf Charlotte
8024 Savoy Corporate Dr.
Topgolf will host New year’s Eve guests with live entertainment and a chef-inspired menu. View bay reservation information here.
Lenny Boy’s New Year’s Eve Dance Party
Lenny Boy Brewing Co. | 3000 South Tryon Street
Celebrations at Lenny Boy include live music from Aarodynamics, $4 champagne, $15 beer pitchers, a champagne beer release, creamsicle kombucha release, food truck offerings and no dress code or cover charge.
Plan your recovery
After a night of toasting and celebrating, recover with these New Year’s Day brunches.
JP Charlotte
601 S College St.
Book your table now to enjoy offerings from JP Charlotte’s breakfast buffet, from classics like brioche French toast to a chef-attended breakfast pizza bar.
Draught Charlotte
601 S Cedar St.
Put your New Year’s Resolutions off just one more day to indulge in Draught Charlotte’s New Year’s Day brunch. Enjoy $2 single mimosas, $4 double mimosas, $15 bottles of champagne and a $5 Bloody Mary bar. Plus, bring your gym membership for 10% off!
