New Years

Chaya Downtown
A four-course chef’s tasting menu will be offered for dinner in the dining room and patio, featuring lobster, uni, foie gras and filet mignon. A limited a la carte menu is also available. Open seating all night is available in the bar and lounge with $35 per person bar platters. All guests can enjoy live music and a midnight champagne toast. $90; 525 S Flower St, Los Angeles CA; Reservations required: 213.236.9577

Chaya Venice
The Venice location of Chaya will host an elegant Black Tie Affair with two seating times for dinner, a special omakase menu at the sushi bar, and a martini tasting bar menu available. The bar & lounge will be open all night (no cover) and you can enjoy live music by Almost Classy, with a midnight champagne toast. Thursday; 1st Seating: $85, 5-7:30 pm, 3-Course Chef’s Menu; 2nd Seating: $150, 8 pm-close, Chef’s Grand Tasting Menu with party favors & champagne toast; Martini Tasting Bar will be available all night: unlimited for $100/person; $65/person with dinner purchase; 110 Navy St, Venice, CA; 310.396.1179

ROKU
The newly opened teppanyaki concept in West Hollywood from Innovative Dining Group (IDG), rings in 2016 in style with an indulgent Prix Fixe Menu this New Year’s Eve. There will be a DJ and dancing in the restaurant’s wine cave, as well as a champagne toast for all at midnight. Thursday, first seating: regular menu, 5:30-7:30 pm, second seating: $125, 9:30 pm; 9201 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.278.2060

La Dolce Vita
The Beverly Hills landmark dining destination is serving a five-course New Year’s Eve prix-fixe menu. Executive Chef Alejandro Galan is serving dishes like Seared Foie Gras with rugosa heirloom squash, spiced jus, and chive; Roasted Venison Medallions with broccolini, sunchoke mash, bacon chips, and hazelnut demi-glace; the Winter Truffle Risotto with chanterelle, oyster, cremini mushrooms, black truffle, and parmigiana; and more. Additionally, the “Gentlemen’s Drink,” inspired by Frank Sinatra, the restaurant’s original investor’s  drink of choice, an innovative twist on an Old Fashioned made with Jack Daniel’s rare Sinatra Select, will be offered for those wishing to sip like the stars. Topping off the evening, complimentary glasses of Prosecco will be passed at midnight to toast to the New Year. $125; 9785 Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; Reservations required: 310.278.1845 or visit OpenTable

Wally’s Beverly Hills
At Wally’s Beverly Hills, enjoy a four-course meal prepared by Executive Chef David Feau along with the musical stylings of DJ Alex Hegewald. The four-course prix-fixe dinner will include choices of local Oysters On The Half Shell, roasted chestnut Velouté, Green Lentils “du Puy” Ragouté, Olive-Oil Poached Lobster, Chocolate & Hazelnut Praliné, Clementines and much more. Each dinner will include a glass of campaign and those at the second seating can stay and celebrate the ringing in of the New Year! Caviar and truffles will also be available for an additional charge. See the whole menu here. Thursday, first seating: $150, 6-7:30 pm, second seating: $250, 9-10:30 pm; 447 N. Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.475.3540

Roy’s Restaurant
Commemorate 2015 with a spectacular New Year’s Eve menu that is available for one night only. Roy’s Restaurant is extending holiday cheer with a special, four-course dinner including dishes like Broiled Lobster Tail with Macadamia Nut Pesto Risotto. Toast the year to come by topping off the celebration with a glass or bottle of renowned Taittinger Brut La Française Champagne, Merryvale Chardonnat Carneros or The Hess Collection Allomi Cabernet. $55; Thursday, 5 pm; find your nearest location here.

Yard House
Each location will open all day and stay open until well past midnight to mark the arrival of a New Year with a Beer Toast at the start of 2016. You can order from Yard House’s menu, which features an array of appetizers, grilled burgers, gourmet salads, street tacos, prime steaks and seafood. Yard House is also offering a special holiday menu and seasonal cocktails as well as its Anniversary Rogue Spruce Tip IPA, which is available through January or while supplies last. Plus, join in the midnight beer toast to celebrate the arrival of 2016. Thursday, 11 am

Estrella
Estrella, the newest opening in the heart of the Sunset Strip from Top chef alum Dakota Weiss, will be featuring two seatings each with prix fixe menus. Vegans get excited! Vegan options include: Wild Rice Puffed Cracker with Tomato Olive Jam and Pickled Chile; Fuyu carpaccio (sub macadamia nut cheese); Roasted Squash and Black Truffle, Sweet Potato Dumpling; stewed Black Kale, Kombu in a Tomato Broth; and a Candied Crab Apple, with Cinnamon, Whiskey Sorbet and Warm Pear Butter. Estrella NYE menus are available to view here. Thursday, first vegan seating: $70, second vegan seating: $100, first regular seating: $90, second regular seating:$120; 8800 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.652.6613

barcito
Celebrate with Argentine-inspired passed picadas and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Menu includes Chicken Liver Mousse with house-made pickles; Cured Salmon with remoulade; Ricotta-potato dumplings with pistachio pesto; Seasonal Tartlets puff pastry with winter vegetables; Papas a la Provenzal; Pulpo seared octopus with salsa verde; Hongos stuffed crimini mushrooms; Choripan pork sausage medallions with chorizo aioli; Empanadas with shredded pork, sweet potato; Asado braised short rib with crostini; Milanesa pan fried chicken with salsa criolla; Lemon Tarts; and Chocolate Mousse$49: unlimited passed bites, $95: passed bites and open bar; Thursday, 5 pm; 403 W 12th St, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.415.1821

The Larchmont
Executive Chef Michael Bryant is excited to ring in the new year in The Larchmont kitchen, and share his incredible feast. Chef Bryant infuses his southern roots and hospitality into the French and fresh California garden-to-table kitchen. Hosting extreme passion, and pride in what they do Bryant and head mixologist Chris Kramer proudly hand select all produce that goes into both their food and cocktails.The menu includes:  soft scrambled duck egg with roasted cauliflower, caviar, and chive crème; butter lettuce & burrata; hamachi crudo; cured pork belly pastrami; lobster bisque; smoked rabbit; filet mignon; branzino with manilla clams, turnip & leek, tapenade, and charred lemon; game hen under a brick; passion fruit panna cotta; pot au crème; and cardamom beignet. $110; Thursday; 5750 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038; 323.464.4277

Ivory
This new dining concept is debuting at Mondrian LA on NYE. Inspired by the creativity of Hollywood’s golden age and its timeless glamour, Ivory will celebrate the attitude that made Hollywood iconic. Designed by Built Inc. in collaboration with John Terzian of The h.wood Group and local Los Angeles-based design influencer, Brigette Romanek, Ivory’s space will have panoramic views of the city, soft, comfortable touches, a communal table, and a grand piano. The menu has been designed by The Taste alum Chef Brian Malarkey and will have plates like Veal and Pork Meatballs with caramelized onion and braised kale; Hamachi Crudo with Baja shrimp, habenero, serrano pepper, and lime; Pork Belly with maple mustard, deviled egg yolk and apple slaw; and White Seabass and Sonoma Brick Oven Duck. Desserts include Sticky Toffee Pudding and Chocolate and Olive Oil Soufflé Cake. Libations will include the kicking Dueling Pistolas with tequila, mezcal, housemade black mission fig jam, clove agave, lime, and bitters and the Achilles Peel with blackberry and blueberry infused vodka, St. Germain, fresh berries, and lemon. For New Year’s Eve, indulge in a five course prix fixed menu with dishes like Big Eye Tuna with Black Winter Truffle, Australian Lamb Rack, and Pumpkin Panna Cotta. $100; Thursday; 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069

208 Rodeo Restaurant
208 Rodeo Restaurant, located on the Via Rodeo with cobblestones and a mini Winter Wonderland, is a great place to spend the holiday. Executive Chef Chris Barnett is serving up a prix fixe New Year’s Eve dinner with dishes like Smoked Trout Bisque, Oyster Gratin, Maine Lobster Salad, Mandarin Glazed Duck Breast; and Crab & Lobster Pappardelle. $95; Thursday, 9 am – midnight; 208 Via Rodeo Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 310.275.2428

LEONA
The Venice eatery helmed by Chef Nyesha Arrington, will be hosting a very exclusive New Years Eve event featuring a specially crafted multi-course dining experience, champagne celebrations, party favors and surprises for just 60 VIP guests. The meal includes a six-course tasting menu from Chef Arrington with wine pairings by Jeremy Garber, along with other surprises. $250; Thursday, 9 pm; 123 W Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90291; 310.822.5379

The London West Hollywood Boxwood
The London West Hollywood’s signature restaurant, will be offering a New Year’s Eve menu. Celebrate the start of 2016 with a feast that combines seasonal flavors and Executive Chef Anthony Keene’s signature touch. Toast with a wide variety of appetizers, entrees and desserts such as Burrata Cheese with Castelvetrano Olives and White Truffle Cream; Lobster Tortellini with Brown Butter; Wagyu Filet Mignon and Marrow Crust drizzled in a Classic Béarnaise; Roasted Lamb Chop with Apricot and Cardamom Chutney and more. Thursday,first seating: a la carte pricing, 5–7:30 pm, second seating: $135, 8:30-10 pm, 5-course meal that includes a champagne toast; 1020 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.854.1111

Sambar
Go on a global trek through India and Singapore for New Year’s Eve as you feast at Sāmbār. Enjoy tasty dishes that evoke the bold and vibrant flavors of Singapore from markets to hawker centers. Start the meal with a Mulligatawny Chicken Soup followed by a Good Luck Salad (raw albacore, pomelo, carrots, daikon, ginger lime and plum sauce dressing) and a Spinner Crab Cake. Thursday, 5:30 pm – 12 am, Friday, 5:30 – 10:30 pm; 9531 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232; 310.558.8800

Hinoki & The Bird
Keeping with the travel-inspired theme of past New Year’s Eve events, Hinoki & The Bird will feature a Buenos Aires theme this year. The event will have open seating and a complimentary sparkling wine toast, along with a live DJ and decorations in theme along with a Buenos Aires themed menu. Thursday; 10 W Century Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 310.552.1200

Terrine
Terrine Executive Chef/Owner Kris Morningstar is offering two seatings with two separate menus. The first seating will be a four-course menu with a caviar amuse bouche, while late diners will have a six-course complete with mignardises and a champagne toast. NYE menu options include Wagyu Short Ribs with truffle, sunchoke, and Brussels sprouts; a Potato & Spinach Lasagne with truffle salad; Roasted Foie Gras with pink lady apples, cippolini onions, and sherry vinegar; and an Aged Plum Financier Cake with pistachio ice cream and spiced crunch. Thursday, first seating: $75, 5:30-8 pm, second seating: $115, 8:30-11:30 pm, $35 optional wine pairing; 8265 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 323.746.5130

Faith & Flower
Sommelier Jared Hooper will be featuring wines paired by the bottle. There will also be a complimentary champagne toast at midnight from Delamotte Champagne. Faith & Flower will have a limited a la carte menu for lounge and patio service for the duration of normal hours of service. Early seatings will have a 5-course tasting menu and later seatings will have a 6-course tasting menu. Thursday, first seating: $95+, 5:30-7 pm, second seating: $125+; 9-10:30 pm; 705 W 9th St, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.239.0642

Spaghettini
Spaghettini will be having a swinging New Year’s Eve Party with live music by Phat Cat Swinger! $50; Thursday, 8:30 pm; 184 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.424.4600

iPic Theaters
Those looking for a quiet way to ring in New Year’s can go see a hit movie at iPic Theaters! Chef Sherry Yard is offering a special that evening which includes a raspberry & vanilla baked Alaska tart with a glass of La Marca Prosecco for  $12, or the raspberry & vanilla baked Alaska tart available a la carte for $8. Thursday; Pasadena:42 Miller Alley, Pasadena, CA 91103, 626.639.2260; Westwood: 10840 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024; 310.307.7003

Tanzy Westwood
Celebrate the New Year with Tanzy’s Cocktail Party Style Celebration from 9:00pm until 1:00am! Entry is $59/person and includes a Champagne Toast at Midnight, passed appetizers & buffet stations by Chef Sherry Yard, and the ball drop aired on TVs in the restaurant. Cocktails created by Master Mixologist/Advanced Sommelier Adam Seger and additional beverages available for purchase. 10840 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024; 310.307.7004

Cliff’s Edge
Cliff’s Edge will be offering a five course prix fixe menu on New Years Eve, with vegetarian options. Thursday, first seating: $80, 6-7:30 pm, second seating: $95, 7:30 pm to close, $55 for additional wine pairing; 3626 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA; 323.666.6116

Rustic Canyon
Executive Chef Jeremy Fox is serving a multi-course, family-style feast with your choice of eight dishes from a menu of sixteen options. Highlights include Prime Aged Beef with corned brisket, marrow, and potato with the option to add freshly shaved black truffles; Pitman Duck Breast with sunchoke, pear, beet molasses, and pistachio; and Pastry Chef Jun Tan’s Santa Barbara Bananas Foster with ginger pudding and white chocolate ganache. $125; 1119 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.393.7050

Cassia
Executive Chef Bryant Ng will be offering a six-course, prix-fixe, family-style menu, alongside paired wine, beer, and cocktails for each course from Wine Director Kathryn Coker and Beverage Director Kenny Arbuckle. Highlights include Lobster Pan Roast with coconut milk, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaf, and oyster crackers; Grilled Duck Confit with Bibb lettuce, herbs, and fish sauce paired with a Central Park Pines Cocktail with rye, lapsang souchong-infused vermouth, bitters, and Aberlour A’bunadh; and for dessert, a Lemon Lime Coconut Tart with Lone Daughter Ranch passion fruit and toasted coconut sorbet. $125, $45/optional wine pairing; 1314 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.393.6699

Esters Wine Shop & Bar
They will be offering specialty dishes like oysters, foie gras, caviar, truffles and, of course, plenty of champagne! Walk-ins are welcome, but they are also taking reservations for parties of six or more. Additionally, the shop is the place to pick up the perfect holiday or hostess/host gift, as well as chilled bottles of bubbly and gourmet snacks to bring to a New Year’s celebration. Both ready made and customized (need 24 hours’ notice) Holiday Gift Baskets ranging from $60-$150 include The Man Basket ($75) with a variety of California beers, Zilicious Caramel Corn, and meats like Olympia Provisions’ Saucisson d’Arles or the Large Hostess Basket ($150) with a bottle of Prosecco, a copy of the Huckleberry cookbook and a jar of their pancake mix, Milo & Olive Granola, and other brunch-inspired treats. Thursday; 1314 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90405; Reservations: 310.899.6900

HACHÉ LA
Indulge with the Spiced Chocolate Chip ‘N’ Fig Bear Republic Stout Float created by Michael “Mick” Schepers. This boozy milkshake is created with Bear Republic Black Stout poured over creamy spiced chocolate chip and fig frozen custard! Remember, your 2016 resolutions do not have to begin until after the first of the year! Cheers! Thursday, 11:30 am-10 pm; 3319 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026; 323.928.2963

Herringbone Santa Monica
Ring in the new year at Chef Brian Malarkey’s new glamorous, seafood-centric hotspot in Santa Monica. The Top Chef alum has crafted a special five-course prix fixe menu that pays homage to his signature “Fish Meats Field” philosophy, including line-caught Ahi Tuna and a dry aged rib-eye. The Amuse Bouche is a Beausoleil Oyster with Granny smith Apple and Yuzu Koshu, while the first course is a Line-Caught Ahi Tuna with Charred Scallions, Oyster Crema, & White Truffles, second course is a Salmon Confit with Matsutake Mushrooms, Braised Tomato, & Heirloom Bean Ragout, third course is a Black Truffle house made Cavatelli (Cavatelli with sausage, chantrelle mushrooms, tuscan kale, and black truffles), and the fourth course is a 28 Day Dry-Aged Rib-Eye with Pommes Robuchon and Clam Chimichurri. For dessert, enjoy a coffee semifreddo with creme fraiche sabayon, passion fruit granita, hazelnut shortcrust, and 30 second chocolate brioche. $125, $75/optional wine pairing; Thursday; 1755 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.971.4460

solita Tacos & Margaritas Valencia
The Baja-Mexican style neighborhood restaurant just made happy hour even happier! For the last two hours of 2015, from 10 pm-Midnight, you can enjoy half off happy hour food and drinks. Owner and Executive Chef Deborah Schneider is serving up plates of Naked Guacamole for $2 and crispy Chicken Taquitos with guacamole, salsa fresca, cotixa and crema for $2.50, along with a variety of tasty taco pairs like the Wood Grilled Chicken, Crispy Fish or Tofu for $2 and the Oak-Roasted Chicken, Pork Carnitas or Chorizo, Sweet Potato & Black Bean for $2.50. Guacamole solita is just $3 and served “old-school” in a fried tortilla bowl, topped with diced mango, tomato, onion, Serrano chilies and cilantro. Bar Director Colin Pflugradt is pouring out $3 solita House, Frozen and Skinny Margaritas. Well Drinks as well as two wines by the glass, Castle Rock Chardonnay and Jade Mountain Merlot, are also available during half off happy hour for just $2.50 each! Thursday, 11 am -Midnight, Half Off Happy Hour, 10 pm-Midnight; 24201 Valencia Blvd, Suite 3470, Valencia, CA 91355; 661.291.1399

Magnolia House
Enjoy seafood dishes from Executive Chef Evan Colter like the Uni Toast with radishes, grapes and Maldon sea salt, six Oysters on the half shell served with mignonette, cocktail sauce and fresh horseradish, as well as the Hamachi Crudo sprinkled with smoked sea salt, Fresno chilies, pickled coriander and avocado crema. Follow up this fresh-catch-feast with a bevy of creative cocktails from Bar Manager Brian Klemm, including two-handed libation selections called A Shot And A Shorty. Better than cake, The Marie Antoinette is a pretty pairing of rose-marigold Green Chartreuse and a glass of Prosecco. Get to Magnolia House by 9 pm to join the New Year’s Eve Party, where the first 100 guests will receive Swag Bags filled with fun and unique party favors, but everyone will enjoy a live DJ, and a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. $25; Thursday, 4 pm-2 am; 492 S Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101; 626.584.1121

Sausal
Bringing your dancin’ shoes! Chef Ann Conness’ Nuevo Rancho hotspot, Sausal, will be offering a three course prix fixe menu capped off with after-dinner salsa dancing led by an instructor. Drawing heavily on the wood-fire, smoke, and slow roasting technique popularized by the rancheros who once encompassed the land, the festive menu will feature a choice of Line-Caught Ahi Tuna with Charred Scallions; Oyster Crema, & White Truffles; Achiote Marinated Chicken with Guajillo Butter Rice; Duck Tamale; Steamed Black Cod Wrapped in Banana Leaf; Spanish Sherry Braised Lamb Shank; Beef Short Rib Barbacoa; Spiced Cauliflower, Jeruselum Artichokes, Roasted Tomatoes, Blistered Green Beans & Panela Cheese; Pork Ribs with Adobo Sauce. Dessert is a choice of Honey Cheese Cake, Pinon Sugar Crust, Spiced Pear Compote Chocolate Empanadas w Stumptown Coffee Mousse; Cranberry Apple Crisp with Vanilla Whipped Cream. Thursday, 5-7:30 pm: pre-fixe food menu ($75), 8 pm-12 pm: pre-fixed food menu ($120), after-dinner Salsa dancing and a complimentary glass of Taittinger Champagne or a Margarita; 219 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245; 310.322.2721

The Pub at Golden Road Brewing
Say “cheers” to the new year at LA’s iconic craft brewery. The family-friendly Pub has crafted a special four-course menu paired with a pour of their seasonal brandy-aged Back Home Gingerbread Stout. Choices include Skirt Steak Bruschetta; Tomato Bruschetta; Fuyu Persimmon Salad with arugula, curry-vanilla vinaigrette, candied walnuts, and cashew cream; Braised Pork Shank with potato & parsnip puree, glazed baby carrots, and au jus; Oven Roasted Chicken Breast with roasted potatoes, broccolini, and puttanesca sauce; or Fried Cheese Grits with roasted root vegetables, wilted baby kale, and mushroom gravy. Dessert includes an Apple Cranberry Tart with cinnamon whipped cream, caramel and raspberry sauce. Plus, you can enjoy live music, access to Chloe’s (the facility’s private event space), and a complimentary toast at midnight. Vegan options available. $50; Thursday; 5410 W. San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90039; RSVP: events@goldenroad.la or 213.373.4677

Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood Blvd
Free NYE Party? Yes, the Hard Rock is hosting a free party. This family-friendly event will include live band karaoke with Casual Encounters Karaoke Band and NYE party favors at midnight. Free; Thursday, 8:30 pm; Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood, 6801 Hollywood Blvd; 323.464.7625

Tom Bergin’s Public House
Ring in 2016 in a casual and fun environment, celebrate at the pub with throwback festivities. Inspired by its original opening year of 1936, enjoy special $36.19 prix-fixe menu and a DJ spinning a mix of vintage and contemporary tunes. You are also strongly encouraged to “dress to the nines” in their 1930s attire. Thursday, 5 pm-2 am; 40 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.936.7151

The Little Door and Little Next Door (LND)
The Little Door family of restaurants will be hosting an Alice in Wonderland inspired “Jardin Enchanté” New Year’s Eve party at The Little Door, The Little Door Santa Monica, and Little Next Door. The Little Door will offer a themed DJ, Queen of Hearts Dancers, a Fortune Teller, and a 4 course pre fixe menu. All locations encourage partygoers dress “Fantastically” for the New Year festivities. The Little Door: Thursday, first seating: $125, 6-7 pm, second seating: $150, 7:15 pm, includes champagne toast; The Little Next Door: $75, Thursday, 11 am – 2 am; 8142 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 323.951.1010

BOA Steakhouse
The West Hollywood hotspot will offer a four-course prix-fixe menu including signature dishes, served alongside festive new winter items including: Seared Scallops with smashed cauliflower, gala apples, and pink peppercorn-cider gastrique; Lobster and White Asparagus Panzanella; Butternut Squash and Black Truffle Raviolo; and Bone Marrow Crusted Petit Filet Mignon. You have the option to splurge on a Wagyu supplement for $22 per ounce, or to add a Nova Scotia Lobster Tail to their meal for an additional $40. Thursday, first seating: $95, 5:30 pm, second seating: $185, 9:30 pm, includes entertainment and a champagne toast; 9200 Sunset Blvd #650, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.278.2050

Gracias Madre
For New Year’s Eve this year, the 100% organic, plant-based WeHo Mexican hotspot will offer a four-course mushroom tasting menu from Executive Chef Chandra Gilbert. The prix fixe menu will also include a mushroom cocktail pairing from acclaimed Beverage Director Jason Eisner. The menu includes Sopa de Hongos Morrel drizzled with truffle oil & cashew crema, served with grilled sourdough, ensalada Oyster Asada with chaga, arugula, fig, hazelnut, Stuffed Portobello en Croix, and a dessert of Pastel con Chocolate y Reishi with coffee cashew cream, chocolate reishi ganache, mezcal syrup. Wash it all down with a Fungus Among Us Cocktail made with Amantillado sherry infused with shitake mushrooms, house mulled Spanish vermouth, mezcal espadin, house made, truffle bitters, orange oil, and sparkling wine. $65; Thursday; 8905 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 323.978.2170

Venice Whaler
Celebrate with the Surf & Turf from Executive Chef Nick Liberato. This special dish includes a bone-in rib eye steak and a grilled lobster tail with a side of creamed spinach for $28. Venice Whaler is pouring out two cocktail specials. The Bulleit Bourbon Manhattan is crafted with Bulleit bourbon, Carpano Antica vermouth and bitters for $12 or you can receive a complimentary Bulleit Bourbon Manhattan if you arrive before 9 pm to toast the New York City ball drop in Manhattan. Follow that up with a frothy Holiday Pisco Sour with Kappa pisco, lime juice, agave and allspice for just $8. The Venice Boardwalk Empire New Year’s Eve Party starts at 9 pm and it’s a 1920s throwback themed “speakeasy.” Enjoy a photo booth, snow machine, carnival games, popcorn and cotton candy stands and a complimentary glass of bubbles at Midnight. A portion of the proceeds from the evening will be donated to Heal the Bay. $10; Thursday, 11 am-2 am; 10 W Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90292; 310.821.8737

FIG & OLIVE Melrose Place
Celebrate the year’s end at this elegant White & Gold Party, which will feature a four-course prix fixe feast, along with a stylish cocktail reception. The prix fixe dinner will include dishes like Foie Gras with fig chutney; Filet Mignon with gratin Dauphinois and onion confit; Seared Sea Scallops with braised endives and truffle dressing; Chilean Sea Bass with cumin and celery root emulsion; and Lamb Chops with Herbs de Provence and served alongside goat cheese gnocchi and braised eggplant with honey. The evening’s cocktail hour will be in the lounge and feature a menu including Lobster Samosas with mango chutney; Butternut Squash & Chestnut Soup Shooters; Zucchini Carpaccio with parmesan and pine nuts; Salmon Crudo with orange, grapefruit, dill, lemon, scallion, and Arbequina olive oil; and Croqueta Brava, fluffy potato croquettes with parmesan, scallion, smoked mozzarella, and pimenton aioli. Hors d’oeuvres will be circulated until midnight and cocktails will be poured through 1-2 am. $150/dinner, $100/cocktail reception; Thursday, dinner: 8:30 pm, cocktail reception: 9 pm; 8490 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.360.9100

Baltaire
Indulge with Roaring 20’s themed five-course, prix-fixe menu from Executive Chef Travis Strickland, with signature dishes like 22 oz. Bone In Rib-Eye, Grilled Artichoke with Meyer lemon aioli and smoked sea salt, and Lobster Mac and Cheese, plus modern interpretations of 20s-inspired fare like Waldorf Salad with Bibb lettuce, Fuji apples, shaved walnuts, and buttermilk dressing, Steak Tartare with crispy garlic and quail egg, and Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Baltaire will continue the Roaring 20s decadence with martini and caviar carts, while you enjoy performances by burlesque dance group Miss May & April Showers, a live band with jazz vocalist Gina Saputo from 6-10 pm, and a DJ spinning contemporary beats from 10 pm – 2 am. You can also reserve a couch in the bar and lounge, with access to bottle service and an à la carte menu. You are strongly encouraged to “dress to the nines” in your favorite 20s-inspired attire. Thursday, first seating: $175, 5:30 pm, second seating: $250, 9 pm, includes glass of Champagne and party favors; 11647 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049; Reservations: 424.273.1660 or email hello@baltaire.com.

Día de Campo
Ring in 2016 with a four-course prix fixe featuring the following dishes like Grilled Romaine with avocado, Cotija, olives, corn salsa, egg, harissa buttermilk crema; Chocolate Duck Quesadillas with Oaxacan cheese, salsa negra, tamarind; Plancha Pork Belly with smoked yogurt, roasted beets, nopal, crispy okra, chicharrón; and Churros with raspberries, lime sugar, spiced chocolate sauce. You have the option to add a supplemental seafood platter for $15/person. $55; Thursday; 1238 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254; 310.379.1829

Tipple & Brine
Feast on plates from Executive Chef Marc Johnson. Start with the winter Fig Salad with prosciutto, black pepper ricotta, radishes, oranges and basil, followed by a Swordfish with summer squash, yellow corn, cherry tomatoes, Poblano peppers and red wine sauce and a Flat Iron Steak with bone marrow, asparagus, crispy onions, uni Hollandaise and chervil. The perfect cocktail complement to this flavorful food, the Dahlia Rose from Bar Manager AJ Korchak is crafted with El Silencio mezcal, El Luchador tequila, strawberry, ginger, agave and lime. At Midnight, you will receive a complimentary glass of Champagne to toast the New Year! Thursday, 4 pm-2 am; 14633 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403; 818.528.2580

Tunnel Bar
This hidden speakeasy draped in red leather booths, dark, rich woods and walls laden with portraits of rock stars like Iggy Pop and Patty Smith is the perfect place to celebrate the last day of 2015. Pop a bottle of Champagne or enjoy a craft cocktail like the Classy Bitch. This bubbly libation from Bar Manager Victoria “Ninja” Ortiz is mixed with raspberry vodka, lemon, orange juice, elderflower, sloe gin and sparkling wine. Enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne as you toast at Midnight and pair those bubbles with delicious bites like Sea Urchin Toast slathered with avocado mousse, radishes and scallions or opt for the Crispy Bacon Toast with Burrata, leeks and fennel pollen. Thursday, 7 pm-2 am; 14633 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403; 818.528.2580

Sangers & Joe
Head to Old Town Pasadena for a pop-up dinner. Sangers & Joe’s Michelin Starred Consulting Chef Claudio Dell’Anno will be cooking up a special New Year’s Eve seven-course dinner. Start with appetizers like cauliflower, baby gems, Burrata, puffed pizza, foie gras, sable and beef tartare followed by Manhattan Chowder with clams, prawns and tomatoes and Lobster Two Ways as a lobster roll and lobster mac & cheese. Next, a Salt Baked Celery Root comes with pistachio sabayon, lemon and crumble, while the Loin of Venison is served with polenta, pear, Marsala and Fontina. For a sweet ending, enjoy two desserts of Pomelo with Prosecco, meringue and citrus, as well as a Buttermilk & Honey treat with thyme, blueberry and Breton. International Wine Pairings will be pre-selected for each course and the regular Sangers & Joe Beverage Menu will be available, including the Wine List procured by Spin The Bottle Wine Studio, along with Bottled Beers, Craft Sodas, and tasty java drinks and hot teas by Lamill Coffee & Teas. $75; $35/optional wine pairing; Thursday, 6-9 pm;57 E Holly St, Pasadena, CA 91103; 323.553.0563

The Raymond 1886
Enjoy a New Year’s Eve Dinner followed by the 1886 New Year’s Eve Bash with The Raymond 1886. Executive Chef Tim Guiltinan is cooking up a five course dinner with courses begin with selections of Granny Smith Gelato & Smoked Brook Trout Roe with cucumber, brioche and red chili or the Micro-Farmed Massachusetts Oyster with orange, candied onions and mint. Next choose between second course selections of Hama Chili of baby yellowtail with Ponzu, Thai chili and orange supreme or the Roasted North Atlantic Scallop with Champagne & vanilla, persimmon and cilantro followed by third course selections of A Warm Soup of Potato and Parmesan stewed with Italian winter black truffle and nutmeg or the Wild Winter Arugula with Fourme D’ambert, endive and honey-walnut vinaigrette. Entrée options of fourth course selections to choose from feature the Artichoke Ravioli with Roasted Fennel and marjoram cream, Pecorino and pickled carrots, the Maple Leaf Farm’s Duck Breast with quinoa fried rice, roasted cauliflower and shitake dashi, a Prime Hanger Steak with smoked onions, bacon roasted carrots and marjoram pesto, as well as the Northern Pacific Lingcod cooked “in the style of Morocco.” As for a sweet ending, Pastry Chef Eliot Pardo is serving up a dessert course that includes the Strawberry “Cloud” Pistachio Sponge Cake and the White Chocolate Panna Cotta with Smoked Cotton Candy, as well as an after dinner course of Strawberry-Basil Macaroons. After feasting, it is time to head to the back patio for the 1886 New Year’s Eve Bash with guest DJ Heat Maxwell, great food, original craft cocktails, party favors and a Midnight toast. Barman Peter Lloyd Jones is crafting original 1886 Bar cocktails like the 1926 Cosmo with vodka, fresh raspberries, fresh lemon and house-made simple syrup; the New Year’s Gimlet mixed up with gin, fresh lime and house-made simple syrup; the Don Carlo cocktail mixed up with whiskey, scotch, Cio Ciaro, orange bitters, Angostura bitters and an orange peel; and the 1886 Rum Runner made with a three-rum blend, Cio Ciaro and an orange peel. For those who wish to dine and party, book your dinner between 8-10 pm and attend the 1886 New Year’s Eve Bash for just $150.00! Thursday, Dinner: $125, 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm, 1886 New Year’s Eve Bash: $100, $120/doors, 10 pm-2 am; 1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105; 626.441.3136

Viviane
Enjoy a six-course prix-fixe at the first seating, highlighting Hung’s take on modern Continental cuisine. The second seating features seven courses along with a Champagne toast at midnight. Courses include Gently Warmed Porc au Torchon with Celery Root á la Grecque, Pickled Mustard, and Caper Sauce Vert; and Filet Mignon Roasted in Marrow Fat with Young Carrots, Potatoes Persillade, and Sauce Au Poivre. Thursday, first seating: $82, 5-9 pm, second seating: $125, 9 pm until late; The Avalon Hotel, 9400 West Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212; 310.407.7791

Mr. C Beverly Hills
Ringing in the final hours of 2015, Mr. C Beverly Hills invites you to enjoy a New Year’s Eve Bash over a decadent five-course dinner at The Restaurant at Mr. C, with menu highlights including Maine Lobster Thermidor over mixed sautéed vegetables, Pan-Fried Beef Filet with green peppercorn sauce served with a bundle of heirloom carrots and potato duchess, plus the classic Cipriani dessert Vanilla Meringue Cake with strawberries and sugar crust. After the meal, the annual party features a midnight Champagne toast in the Lobby Lounge, dancing, live entertainment by Shawn Amos, and the hotel’s resident American blues and jazz musician. $215; Thursday, 9 pm; 1224 Beverwil Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90035; reservations: 310.226.6245 or restaurantbh@mrchotels.com

Cleo
Head to Cleo for their New Year’s Eve Feast. They will be offering a signature four-course prix fixe menu, with dishes including Lentil & Quinoa Falafel with Cilantro & Jalapeno Tahini; Grilled Lamb Chops, with Calabrian Chili & Olive Oil Relish, Dill Greek Yogurt, Crispy Rosemary Garlic Potato, Greens; and Vegetable Tagine, with Castelvetrano Olives, Slivered Almonds, Zhoug, Moroccan Cous Cous; alongside specialty cocktails. Menu here. $75; Thursday, seatings: 6 pm, 8 pm, and 10 pm; 1717 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.962.1717; book a table here.

The Library
Enjoy a swanky Hollywood night out with friends, taking in sweeping views of Hollywood at indoor-outdoor lounge. Paint the town red at one of the most coveted rooftop lounges in Hollywood, with an option to crash in one of the beautiful apartment-style suites. View more info and packages here. If you dine at Cleo, (or dine at Katsuya), present a receipt at The Redbury’s The Library for discounted General Admission for $20. $35, $1,750/bottle service; Thursday, 9 am-2 am; 1717 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.962.1717; book here.

Bar10
West Hollywood’s Bar10 will throw an unforgettable event this New Year’s Eve, “The Ball.” You are encouraged to dress to the nines and celebrate the New Year with an open bar, delicious buffet, the famous televised Times Square ball drop, Champagne toast, DJ, party favors, and much more.  The assorted buffet will include options like flatbreads, mac and cheese balls, stuffed mushrooms, meatballs and bruschetta. $125/General admission (includes unlimited well drinks if purchased before December 28), $150 if purchased from December 29 – 31, $200/VIP includes unlimited premium drinks if purchased from December 29 – 31, $1500/VIP booths, include six VIP tickets; Thursday, 8 pm-2 am; 8933 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 323.212.6399

Angel City Brewery
The Public House will have festivities and you can fill up on food from Kai Kai Dumplings, Market Burgers and Peaches Smokehouse & Southern Kitchen, and dance the night away to bands Naked Walrus, JUICE, and Dirty Lingo. Party favors go to the first 150 guests and there will be a special Champagne Berliner toast at midnight. Made only for the holidays, this twist on the brewery’s regular Berliner-Weisse is blended with Chardonnay and Viognier grape must, then fermented with a house strain of Belgian yeast and pushed to the limit of carbonation. Thursday, 8 pm-1 am; 216 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012; 213.622.1261

Viceroy Santa Monica
Ring in the new year with Viceroy Santa Monica and 89.9 KCRW with their black tie masquerade ball. The party will feature a hosted bar, decadent hors d’oeuvres from Cast Restaurant, and DJs Jason Bentley & Raul Campos from KCRW. Countdown to an exciting 2016 at the hottest New Year’s Eve celebration in Santa Monica. Purchase your tickets early. Event sells out every year. Black Tie and Cocktail Attire Required. Masquerade Masks Optional. $180; Thursday, 9 pm – 1:30 am; VIP: 310.260.7507

Bar Mattachine
Raise a glass to 2016 with Bar Mattachine this New Year’s Eve! The gay craft cocktail bar in DTLA, which embodies the warm maxim of “come with us whether you are or not,” welcomes all partygoers to The Golden Age with Billy Francesca. Countdown to midnight with cocktail specials, live music from DJ Rodriguez and more! Partner Garrett McKechnie is pouring out festive libations like the Mattachine Colonial Cider, a tasty sipper of pear apple cider with rye and apple jack and the El’s Nog mixed up with a New England signature recipe of creamy eggnog crafted by McKechnie’s friend and colleague, Eloise Humphrey (Proprietor of El Camino in Brunswick in Maine), Cognac, Jamaican rum and rye. Thursday, 5 pm-2 am; 221 West 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.278.0471

Big Bar
Starting at 3 pm (Eurozone) all the way to midnight in Los Angeles, they will be ringing in the New Year 10 times as each hour passing represents a different time zone that will be celebrating. For example: 3 pm – Stockholm | Rome | Paris; 4 pm – Dublin | London | Glasgow; 5 pm – Greenland; 6 pm – Rio de Janeiro | Sao Paolo | Brasillia; 7 pm – Buenos Aires | Santiago | La Paz; 8 pm – San Juan | Trinidad | Barbados; 9 pm Louisville | New York | Boston; 10 pm Mexico City | Chicago | New Orleans; 11 pm Park City | Denver | Edmonton; and 12 pm Portland | San Francisco | Los Angeles. Each timezone will have a countdown the ring in the New Year, a playlist comprised of music from the region, and a cocktail to represent that region of the world. In addition, local artist, Dave Stolte design a commemorative “world map” for you to follow along on your journey across the globe, one drink at a time. These always seem to run out, so it will be available at limited supply. Thursday; 1929 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.644.0100

Indulge at The Sayers Club
Celebrate this New Year’s Eve at The Sayers Club, L.A.’s trendy music venue and nightlife hotspot. Combining a hip and intimate living room vibe with a refined industrial-chic ambiance, the Sayers Club is acclaimed for its cutting-edge roster of artists and entertainment superstars. This New Year’s, the Sayers Club offers up its ultra-stylish space and raw sophistication to bring L.A.’s taste-making elite a high-energy NYE party. With a  premium open bar and live DJ sets, Sayer’s will sure to ring in the new year in style. $65+; Thursday, 9 pm; 1645 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Room 103
The famed West Hollywood STK is now the most exclusive pop up event of NYE. It’s going to be a great crowd with premium open bar and sounds by Dijital, one of LA’s premiere DJs. $100; Thursday; 755 N La Cienega Blvd, West Hollywood, CA

1OAK NYE 
This New Year’s Eve, West Coast charm collides with Each Coast chic at 1 Oak L.A. Ticket purchases guarantee a five hour premium open bar plus Top 40 & Hip Hop hits spinning by Tony Martinez. Thursday; $129; 9039 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA

Flappers
The 1920s themed Flappers Comedy Club and Restaurant will ring in the New Year with two headliner shows loaded with laughs, champagne toasts, and party favors. Party like it’s 1929 to ring East Coast New Year’s Eve, followed by a show counting down to midnight West Coast-style. Post-modern Vaudevillian Michael Rayner will host both shows. Rayner’s show has been described as “preposterous brilliance” and “whacky jugglement,” a combo of hilarious tricks and stunts with uproarious stand-up, and a bounty of improvised fun and zingers. His signature trick is spinning a McDonald’s cheeseburger on an umbrella, which garnered him an appearance on The David Letterman Show. Other TV appearances include Sesame Street, The Extreme Gong Show, Thirty Seconds to Fame, and Attack of the Show. Rayner is a favorite on  Nickelodeon, having performed his antics on What Would You Do? and Nick Arcade. Rayner will be joined by a cavalcade of talent with Alycia Cooper (Last Comic Standing, America’s Got Talent), Jose Barrientos (20/20), Taylor Tomlinson, Dave Reinitz, and Don Friesen. $39 (includes Champagne and party favors, guest are asked to please respect the two-item minimum per person); Thursday,7:30-10 pm; 102 Magnolia Boulevard, Burbank, CA 91502

Chef Jason’s NYE Celebration
Revelers should grab their favorite glitter-embellished dresses, put on their go-to dancing shoes and don their party hats to say hello to 2016 with an end-of-the-year bash at EATS Kitchen & Bar! You’ll raise your glasses of champagne and ring in the New Year with a hand-selected, five-course prix fixe menu by Chef Jason, accompanied by live music on the patio. Complete menu here. Thursday, first seating: 7 pm, $70, second seating: 9:30 pm, $90 (includes champagne toast and complimentary entry to Red Bar and Lounge’s NYE Party; 17900 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92614; reservations: 949.225.6780 or visit OpenTable.

Red Bar & Lounge
Bling in the New Year with a little sparkle and a lot of flash with champagne and dancing at Red Bar and Lounge. Ring in 2016 with plenty of bubbly, handcrafted cocktails and a late-night menu to keep the revelry going long into the night. Reserve a booth for your crew at Red Bar and Lounge’s NYE celebration. Booth reservations for up to four guests includes reserved seating and one bottle of Moet & Chandon ($250). Booth reservations for up to six guests includes reserved seating, one bottle each of Moet & Chandon and Tito’s Vodka, plus choice of two mixers ($500). Booth reservations for up to 10 guests includes reserved seating, two bottles of Moet & Chandon, one bottle of Tito’s Vodka plus choice of two mixers ($800). Reservations for up to 20 guests includes reserved seating, dedicated cocktail server, five bottles of Moet & Chandon, four bottles of Tito’s Vodka plus choice of mixers to go around ($2,000). For booth reservations, email info@redbarandlounge.com. $25/general admission (includes champagne toast at midnight and party favors); Thursday, 9 pm-2 am; 17900 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92614; 888.230.4452

Oak Grill
Executive Chef Marc Johnson is creating an end-of-the-year memorable dining experience at Oak Grill. His elegant, celebratory four-course prix fixe menu includes dishes such as Oysters Rockefeller with Bacon Lardoons, Young Spinach and Parmesan; Roasted Turbot with Braised Savoy Cabbage, Persimmons and Celery Root Puree; and Braised Wagyu Cheeks with Parmesan Gnocchi, Swiss Chard, Forest Mushrooms and Bordelaise. All will be accompanied by a choice of cocktail or a bubbly glass of Veuve Clicquot champagne. $130, $25/children ages five to 12; children four and under are complimentary; Thursday, 5-11 pm; Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660; reservations: 949.760.4920

Aqua Lounge
Join in a Great Gatsby theme party. The sparkling style of the Roaring ‘20s sets the ambiance for New Year’s Eve celebrating at Aqua Lounge – the ultra-chic lounge that Forbes Travel Guide recently touted as one of 15 top tantalizing “nightclubs.” $150 (includes one complimentary drink); $250 (includes New Year’s Eve Four-Course Dinner at Oak Grill and entry to Aqua Lounge); Thursday, 9 pm; Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660

New Years Hangover Brunches:

HACHÉ LA
This 2016 welcome the New Year with a little LA sunshine and head to HACHÈ LA in Silver Lake for Brunch on New Year’s Day. Burger brunching begins with the spicy Habanero topped with a four chili mix of red bell pepper, Habanero, jalapeño and Anaheim peppers, queso fresco and garlic mayo (top it with a fried egg to make it a breakfast burger). Pair that with fresh-squeezed bottomless mimosas, from 11:30 am-4:30 pm only on New Year’s Day for just $20. Friday, 11:30 am-Midnight; 3319 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026; 323.928.2963

Venice Whaler
Opening two hours early, the Venice Whaler will begin serving a limited menu of dishes from Executive Chef Nick Liberato. Dive into a Surf & Turf plate with grilled lobster tail, bone-in rib eye steak and creamed spinach for $28 or share dishes from the sea like the Beach Mussels stewed in fennel pollen and kaffir lime cream, served with sourdough or try the Fish Tacos with your choice of grilled or crispy fish, shrimp or Portobello mushrooms with pico de gallo, cabbage, chipotle crema and radishes. There’s also a Crispy Brussels Sprouts salad with Fresno chiles, roasted grapes, Parmesan and capers or snack on Small Bites like the Angus Beef Sliders served on Hawaiian bread with cheddar, lettuce and tomato. As for a libation to toast with, sip on a trio of Iced Sparkling Wine Bellini’s to choose from, including watermelon, ginger citrus and grapefruit or sip an Irish Coffee with Jameson whiskey, whipped cream and crème de menthe. Friday, 9 am-2 am; 10 W Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90292; 310.821.8737

Bruxie Santa Monica
Kick-start your New Year’s Day morning with a beautiful breakfast at Bruxie! Lighter than bread, the Bruxie waffle is airy, crispy, not sweet and only 250 calories, so you do not have to worry about breaking any of those pesky New Year’s resolutions on day one. Executive Chef Dean Simon has everything you want from light breakfast Bruxie, like the Smoked Salmon “Lox” with Michel Cordon Bleu cold smoked salmon, dill cream cheese, cucumbers and chives to heartier egg creations like the Country Sausage & Egg with country breakfast sausage, melted cheddar, a farm fresh jumbo egg and mayo. Pair these delicious bites with a hot cup of signature Bruxie Bold Blend Coffee and jump-start the New Year! Friday, 10 am-9 pm; 1412 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 424.268.9955

Bar Mattachine
This New Year’s Day, head to DTLA’s hot gay craft cocktail bar to sip and savor a signature craft cocktail or two. Why not start where it all began? Enjoy the regal and elegant Harry Hay, named after the founder of the 1950’s Mattachine Society, and made with Rittenhouse 100 Proof rye, Dolan Rouge, Amargo Vallet Bark of Angostura, Maraschino liqueur and a delicate garnish of caramelized lemon oil and a Maraska cherry. Now that is a resolution, everyone can raise a glass to! Friday, 5 pm-2 am; 221 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.278.0471

Spare Kitchen & Tavern
Kickass-Sassafras, created by Executive Chef Isaias Peña is a decadent version of a root beer float. This spiked classic is mixed up with homemade vanilla ice cream and a bottle of Not Your Father’s Root Beer Ale Brewed with spices, with the option of adding an extra shot of Uncle Bob’s Root Beer Whiskey for just $5 more! You can eat and sip your with the Bloody Mary Snacks, created by Executive Chef Isaias Peña, which includes a signature house Bloody Mary shaken up with fresh, homemade Bloody Mary mix and a garnish of an entire meal. You can get it with The Pub Slider, a beef mini-cheeseburger topped with onion rings and pickles; The Chicken & Waffles with two mini waffles and fried chicken; The Surf & Turf, with two shrimp and a grilled hanger steak, and The Grilled Cheese with an entire bacon-and-smoked cheddar sourdough sandwich cut into four pieces. Thursday, 11:30 am-2 am, Friday, 10 am-2 am; 5370 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.525.2618

Public School on Tap
All their locations will all be hosting their “Morning After Brunch” on New Years Day to lift those weary partied out bodies back up with items like Eggs Benedict Pizza, Fire-Roasted Vegetable Hash & Eggs, Chicken Sausage & Cheddar Grits, Stuffed French Toast and more. Or, if your party is still raging, keep it going with “Just About Bottomless” Mimosas, Beermosas, Bloody Marys and Micheladas for just $10.

The Wallace
The Wallace in Culver City will be open for brunch on New Year’s Day from 11AM-4PM and offering favorites such as praline french toast with vanilla, pecan, whipped cream; pork belly tartine with poached egg, hollandaise, house made english muffin; biscuits n’ gravy with house sausage, red eye gravy, fried eggs; and chicken & waffle with maple butter, red chile syrup, old bay. They also have $12 breakfast cocktails and bottomless mimosas for $14. 3833 Main St, Culver City, CA 90232; 310.202.6400

Bar10
Bar10 in West Hollywood will be open for brunch on January 1st from noon – 4PM. For brunch, Bar10 offers Breakfast Bowls, Strawberry Cream Cheese-stuffed French Toast, Eggs Benedict, Breakfast Burrito, Breakfast Pasta, Steak and Eggs, and sides like Avocado Toast, among others.  A classic Bloody Mary is available for $8, along with bottomless mimosas for $14 a person. 8933 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 323.212.6399

Eureka!
The all-American restaurant is ringing in 2016 with New Year’s Day specials. Eureka! in Woodland Hills is offering brunch options including Brunch Ham & Cheese topped with a fried egg, served with Jack cheese, Virginia ham, Alfredo sauce, and Texas toast; Jalapeño Egg Burger with fried egg, cheddar, bacon, spicy chipotle sauce, pickled jalapeños, and signature hand-cut fries; and Bananas Foster Crunchy French Toast topped with pecans. Eureka! will feature $5 Mimosas and Bloody Marys and an extensive craft beer and cocktail selection. Eureka! in Berkeley is also featuring the $5 Bloody Mary and Mimosas for a little hair of the dog. Friday, 11 am-3 pm; Eureka! Tasting Kitchen, 12101 S. Crenshaw Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250; Eureka! The Village at Westfield Topanga, 6250 Topanga Canyon, Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Viviane
Continue the festivities and start the New Year off right, Viviane welcomes guests for a Hangover Brunch on Friday, January 1st. Hungover revelers can indulge in dishes like the Fried Egg and Porchetta Ham Hoagie with Jack Cheese, House-made Hot Sauce, on a Puff Pastry Long Roll; or Bone Marrow and Trout Caviar Short Stack of Whole Wheat Blinis, Asian Pear Conserve. To top off the experience, Ryan Wainwright will be pouring “San Francisco Rooster Shots”: a shot each of freshly pressed Wheatgrass Juice, Orange Juice, and Tapatío Tequila (taken in succession). Friday, 10 am– 3 pm; The Avalon Hotel, 9400 West Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212; 310.407.7791

Brunch at Oak Grill on New Year’s Day
Start off the New Year with a wide array of brunch items at Oak Grill. The restaurant’s signature items, include Chilaquiles, Eggs Benedict, Belgium Waffle and Cinnamon Roll French Toast along with other selections, brunch cocktails and sweets. Friday, 11 am-4 pm; Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660; 949.760.4920

Mr. C Beverly Hills
After a late night, continue the festivities and satisfy your brunch craving with a Venetian-style buffet brunch available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Restaurant at Mr. C on New Year’s Day. Indulge on fluffy pancakes and waffles with sweet Nutella and bananas, a make-your-own omelet station, fresh fruit, yogurt, European cheeses, charcuterie and pastries. After 11 a.m., add to the indulgence and enjoy classic Cipriani pastas, seasonal salads and desserts. $65 per person and includes a signature Cipriani Bellini. Menu can be found here. Reservations can be made by calling 310.226.6245 or emailing restaurantbh@mrchotels.com

Hotel Packages:

Viviane and the Avalon Beverly Hills
Celebrate the New Year and their hangover recovery experience all in one. Ring in 2016 at Viviane with a New Year’s Eve celebration dinner for two (choice of first or second seating), followed by a 1-night stay in the hotel’s guest rooms. For the first meal of the New Year, you will be treated to Viviane’s New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch for two, in addition to the Hangover Remedy Kit (Advil, sleep masks, Visine, breath mints, cold pack, and small “hair of the dog” shot) delivered to the guest room bright and early on January 1st. For those looking for further rejuvenation, a Zeel in-room massage is available as an additional $99. $564+; 9400 West Olympic Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212; book online here with code “NYE” or call 844.328.2566

New Year’s Eve Stay & Play Package
Guests ring in the New Year at the Island Hotel’s Aqua Lounge with its 360-degree bar and all you have to do is go upstairs for bed. The package includes: overnight accommodations in a luxury suite, reserved table and VIP access for up to eight guests at Aqua Lounge, $2,500 Aqua Lounge food and beverage credit and complimentary valet parking for one vehicle. Starting at $3,009; Thursday; Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660; reservations: 949.759.0808

The Cape, a Thompson Hotel
Ring in the New Year atop the only rooftop lounge in Cabo San Lucas, while enjoying the musical stylings of indie rock duo IO Echo and internationally renowned DJs Samantha Ronson, Josh Madden, Ana Calderon, and DJ MomJeans (aka Danny Masterson). With unparalleled views of downtown and the Sea of Cortez, The Cape’s rooftop lounge features greenery, cabanas with ocean views, a communal seating area with a fire pit, and an expansive beer garden featuring Baja-sourced craft beers and seasonal cocktails from award-winning mixologist Osvaldo Vazquez. They are bringing in the New Year with a three-day celebration, including poolside parties, celebrity-studded rooftop events, and more. Entrance is complimentary for hotel guests. The Cape, a Thompson Hotel, Carr. Federal Libre Transpeninsular, Km. 5, Misiones del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico 23455; 877.793.8527.  

New Years Day Events:

New Year’s Race
New Year’s Race is one of Los Angeles’ best night running races! You can kick off the New Year with a healthy start and participate in the Kids Fun Run as a family, or in the 5k, 10k or the Half Marathon. The Half Marathon is the only race that takes you through Dodger Stadium on the warning track, and once you make it up in to the hills of Elysian Park, you’ll earn spectacular views of the DTLA lights below. Listed as one of Runner’s World magazine’s best post-race parties, New Year’s Race is festive and fun for everyone in attendance. All runners are welcomed into the finish line with cheering crowds and sparkling lights, and once in the celebration zone you’ll be treated to great food vendor options, a courtesy, dancing and a DJ, as well as activities for both kids and adults. New in 2016 is the Doubleheader Challenge, which combines a 5k or 10k and the Half Marathon in the same night! The challenge is open to 1,000 runners, and finishers will earn three separate medals. New Year’s Race supports the Los Angeles-based non-profit, A Place Called Home, by donation matching. A Place Called Home provides South Central children and teens, ages 8 to 21, with love, safety, enrichment, training and opportunities through educational programs, counseling and mentorship. In 2015 New Year’s Race helped raise almost $20,000 for A Place Called Home. Start and Finish Line will be located in Grand Park near 1st & Spring St. Course Route here. Sunday, January 3, noon – 8 pm; Biltmore Millennium Hotel

Spas:

Island Hotel
For great looks during the holiday season, Island Hotel Spa offers a customized facial for that special evening glow along with an invigorating skin scrub and relaxing massage. Includes 60-minute Pearlized Facial; 30-minute Refreshing Eucalyptus Body Scrub; and 30-minute Relaxation Massage. $300 (includes a glass of champagne. Gratuities are not included); December 26-31st; Island Hotel Newport Beach, 690 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660; reservations: 949.760.4992