The Best New Year’s Eve Dinners, Parties, and ‘Recovery Brunches’ to Ring In 2024 in San Diego!

It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2023 and ring in the new year! Whether you’re looking for a party atmosphere, a classy dinner is more your thing, or you want a ‘recovery brunch’ to help you clear the cobwebs in the morning, these San Diego restaurants and bars are pulling out the stops to make New Year’s Eve in San Diego a special one!

New Year’s Eve Dinners

Jeune et Jolie

Chef Eric Bost and the award-winning team at Jeune and Jolie are signifying the turn to the new year with a weekend celebration on December 30 and 31. Treat yourself to a special holiday five-course prix fixe menu for $195 per guest. A beverage pairing menu will be available as well and will naturally include bubbles!

New Year’s Eve Eve & NYE | 5-course: $195/ person | Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Mister A’s

Celebrate the holiday season with the best views in San Diego at the iconic Mister A’s. Seated sky high, indulge in Chef Stephane Voitzwinkler’s NYE prix fixe menus, which all celebrate French & Mediterranean flavors and local sourcing, offering a modern take on classic holiday fare. And don’t forget the 2nd annual Elf on the Shelf holiday cocktail program, which launches on December 1 and is available for the naughty and nice through the end of the month!

NYE | 5-course: $175/ person, $35 kids menu | 5 PM–9:15 PM | Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

The Plot

Elevate the last night of 2023 with an elegant and nostalgic menu crafted by Plot Chefs Davin Waite, Travis Roe, and Lydia Ornelas featuring plant-based versions of retro classics. Menu highlights include French onion soup, Ahi tartare (tomato tüna, cabbage rice crisp), Waldorf salad (celery, apples, walnuts, grapes, greens, bleu cheëse mayo), Celeriac roast with creamy mashed potatoes and wasabi cress creme, Banana crème brûlée (of course!), and more.

NYE | $65/ person with $35 optional bubbles pairing | Reservations can be made here.

La Valencia

What better place to celebrate the holiday season than the historic La Valencia Hotel, a cherished destination for over 95 years? Ring in the new year with a grand five-course dinner! Seatings start at 5 PM (last seating at 9 PM). Contact La Valencia for pricing and menu details.

Animae

End your year on a high note with a spectacular four-course meal at the glamorous Animae. Executive Chef Tara Monsod has prepared an elegant menu featuring flavorful dishes that draw inspiration from her Filipino-American heritage and a variety of Asian cuisines. Bread service will include her famous Ube Pan De Sal, reserved for special occasions, followed by first course options of Hamachi Crudo, Beef Tartare, or Gem Salad. The second course offers a choice of Truffle Wagyu Wontons, BBQ Oysters, or Charred Cabbage. For your entree, select from options such as Shiitake Mushroom Balado, Ora King Salmon, Kurobuta Pork Katsu, or Prime Rib before indulging in the dessert course from Pastry Chef Laura Warren, Calamansi Mousse, or Chocolate Cremeux.

NYE | 5 PM & 7 PM: $115/ person; 9:30 PM: $130/ person (including champagne toast) | Make reservations here.

Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine

Make New Year’s Eve in San Diego one to remember with Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine’s special grand-tasting five-course menu! The celebratory feast will start with an amuse-bouche of a spicy tuna tartare cigar with black sesame seed ash. For appetizers, choose between a seared beef crudo, made with a New York strip loin, or Kampachi crudo, made with grape relish, pickled serranos, yuzu broth, shiso oil, micro shaved radish, and a black sesame crisp sauce. The second course includes a choice between butter-poached shrimp with mezzi rigatoni, ginger mushroom broth, shiitake mushrooms, spinach, and chili oil; or short rib agnolotti pasta with demi mustard jus, onion miso purée, balsamic onions, black garlic molasses, and garlic chips. Entrées include a choice between branzino with caviar, almond green beans, Thai basil, caper charred scallion chummy, and lemongrass butter sauce; or a surf and turf combination which includes a New York strip, butter-poached lobster tail, truffle purée, truffle powder, and microgreens. Last but certainly not least, savor the disco ball dessert: a cheesecake mousse topped with yuzu sauce, lemon curd, and a spiced crumble. The full menu will also be available with a variety of sustainable seafood, prime meats, and hand-crafted cocktails.

NYE | 5-course: $170/ person (including champagne toast) | 5 PM–10 PM

Herb & Sea

Dive into the new year with a splash at Encinitas’ beachside Herb & Sea with a four-course feast embodying Southern California’s winter season, crafted by Executive Chef Aidan Owens. Begin your final meal of the year with a choice of Blue Devil Oysters, Beef Tartare, or the Kale Salad. Second course options include Bread & Burrata, Spicy Tiger Prawns, and Pork Belly. The main course offers White Pepper Crusted Filet, Wild Mushroom Cavatelli, Swordfish, and Halibut, complemented by family-style sides like Pomme Puree, Mushroom a Barigoule, and Parker House Rolls. Finish off with Pastry Chef Laura Warren’s classic Chocolate Mousse Cake or seasonal Winter Citrus Tart for dessert. After an opulent four-course dinner, it’s time for the highlight of the night: Herb & Sea’s annual skinny dipping at Moonlight Beach! Strip down and make a run for the ocean, then reconvene on the restaurant’s Moonlight Deck for a warm towel, cozy fire, and complimentary hot toddies!

NYE| 5 PM–7 PM: $96/ person; 9:30 PM: $110/ person | To book your table and to explore the menu, visit here.

The Marine Room

Toast to the new year with stunning oceanfront views and globally inspired cuisine at The Marine Room. The acclaimed and TikTok-famous restaurant will be offering a prix-fixe menu on December 31, with both three-course and five-course options. The lavish dinner service will begin with Cured Scallop Cornets for an amuse-bouche, followed by starters that include Goat Cheese and Caviar, Hamachi Tataki, Mushroom Torte, Lobster Roulade, and Caesar Salad. Entree selections will include Wagyu Beef Cheek, Filet Mignon, George’s Bank Scallops, Perilla Leaf Wrapped Swordfish, and Yakitori Grilled Artichoke. You can choose to upgrade your entrees with a Wagyu Flight, Dry Aged Tomahawk, or a 2lb Whole Lobster. As midnight approaches, indulge in a Golden Lava Cake topped with black cherries for a sweet adieu to 2023. There will also be lively entertainment throughout the night!

NYE | 5 PM: 3-course: 8 PM: 5-course Gala Menu | For more information and to make reservations visit here.

LAVO

Enjoy a curated menu of Lavo’s Greatest Hits, plus the option for a 3-hour bar package featuring a selection of their most popular specialty cocktails and well spirits. Get ready for a live DJ performance, party favors, and a midnight toast to kiss 2023 goodbye!

NYE | $150/ person; $75/ person bar package | Formal attire recommended. | All guests 21+ | Click here to make reservations.

Herb & Wood

This NYE, go all out at Herb & Wood! Fill up on a sumptuous four-course meal crafted by Executive Chef Carlos Anthony before boogying until the wee hours of the morning. Select from decadent first-course options such as Venison Tartare or Whipped Ricotta before moving on to your choice of Seared Scallops, Quail, or Fire Roasted Kabocha Squash. Entree offerings include Pepper Crusted Prime Rib, Dungeness Crab, Halibut or Mushroom Pappardelle, with the option to add Grilled Lobster Tail for $50. Accompanying your meal are family-style sides like Roasted Caulilini, Butter Mashed Potatoes, and Parker House Rolls. End the dining portion of the evening with a choice of desserts from Pastry Chef Laura Warren, including Chocolate Mousse Cake or a Winter Citrus Tart. In addition to the delicious menu, DJ performances will set the party-like atmosphere in the restaurant’s sprawling dining room.

NYE | 5 PM or 7 PM: $110/ person; 9:30 PM: $160/ person (including champagne toast) | Make reservations here.

Bleu Bohème

Bleu Bohème will ring in the new year in true French fashion with a special three-course prix fixe dinner crafted by owner and executive chef Ken Irvine. First course selections will include crab croquettes and mussel bisque; followed by petit filet medallions, horseradish-crusted Faroe Island salmon, and Hudson Valley Muscovy duck leg confit, among other entree selections. To end on a sweet note, dessert choices include rich dark Callebaut chocolate mousse, warm brioche bread pudding, creme brulee, and more. You can also enjoy a cocktail fit for the new year—the Clean Slate Martini—crafted with Kahlua, Armagnac, Frangelico, cream, and Aztec chocolate bitters for $16.

NYE | 3-course: $85/ person | 4 PM–8 PM

Black Radish

Alright bon vivants, who’s ready to celebrate the dawn of 2024 by indulging in a swoon-worthy menu meticulously crafted by renowned Chef Itze Behar? As one of the most thrilling epicurean artists in San Diego, Chef Behar is setting the stage for an evening to remember at fabulous farm-to-table hotspot Black Radish. We’re talking a succulent five-course flavor symphony—think Maine lobster luxuriously cloaked in black truffles— paired with a global tour of vinos to please every palate.

Further gastronomic delights of the evening include:

Cured Kampachi: Delight in the ocean’s bounty as the luxurious kampachi takes center stage, enhanced with toasted nori and adorned with a kaffir lime foam.
Winter Tortellini: Black Radish’s expertise shines through in a creamy Brebirousse D’Argental Tortellini featuring seasonal produce, capturing the essence of winter with vibrant vegetables and micro chervil.
Maine Lobster: Succumb to the irresistible allure of Maine’s renowned Lobster, enveloped in a Black Truffle Veloute, and crowned with pickled radish, served amidst sautéed smoked lettuce.
Wagyu Filet Mignon: Elevate your New Year’s feast with the indulgence of Wagyu Filet Mignon, served atop a potato pave with caramelized sugar onions and drizzled with a sumptuous onion jus.
Banana Split: Redefining the classic, savor flambeed bananas atop Black Radish’s luscious homemade Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry ice cream, all complemented by a house strawberry gel.

NYE | 5-course: $124/ person (parties of 2–14) | Michelin-awarded wine pairing: $54 | Prepaid through Tock.

Patisserie Melanie

Patisserie Melanie will ring in the new year in true French style! The new North Park eatery just unveiled a new full-service dinner menu featuring classics such as Saumon Beurre Blanc, Coq au Vin, and Boeuf Bourguignon served along with traditional starters and ending with signature desserts including Verrine Saisonniere, Tarte Citron, and Île Flottante. Enjoy Chef Melanie Dunn’s spin on traditional French cuisine for an immersive Parisian bistro-style experience!

Wed–Sun leading up to NYE: 5 PM–9 PM | NYE: 3-course prix fixe + optional wine pairings | Visit here for more information.

Lumi

Lumi’s energetic, upscale open-air rooftop is the place to be this holiday season! With firepits and warm heaters to stay cozy while overlooking Gaslamp Quarter, cheers to the holidays with the themed cocktail, Hatsuyuki (meaning “First Snow”), created with Codigo Blanco, Codigo Mezcal, peach schnapps, spirulina rice milk agave, and lime juice, topped with a snowflake garnish. On New Year’s Eve, Lumi will offer its full menu along with the below chef specials:

Kanpachi ceviche: Baja kanpachi, rocoto leche de tigre, sweet potato mousse, sweet potato chips, and chanca, topped with caviar
Akira Back pizza: Tuna, serrano, red onion, beets, tomato, micro shiso, ponzu mayo, and truffle oil. Enhance with caviar or fresh shaved black truffles!
A5 wagyu: Bone marrow, shimeji mushroom, maitake mushroom, and truffle galbi sauce, served on brioche with fresh shaved black truffles
Caviar roll: Kaluga caviar, chives, cucumber, and avocado topped with gold flakes

Marisi

At the seaside Marisi, celebrate an Amalfi Coast New Year’s Eve by way of La Jolla! Get dolled up for an evening in their elegant dining room and enjoy a night to remember with fresh handmade pasta, Italian hearth cooking, and world-class cocktails. With new seasonal menu items from Executive Chef Cameron Ingle and a special lineup of holiday drinks from VP of Bar & Spirits Beau du Bois, Marist’s offerings have never been more spectacular! Cheers to the new year with a Hazelnut Manhattan made with Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Reisetbauer Hazelnut, Sweet Vermouth, and Meletti Amaro; Mulled Apple Cobbler with Laird’s 7 1/2 year Apple Brandy, Amontillado Sherry, House Mulled Apple Cider, and Lemon; or Marisi’s signature Hot Chocolate with Cognac, Benedictine, Valrhona Milk Chocolate, brown sugar, and milk served with house-made Green Chartreuse Marshmallow.

Valle

Ring in 2024 in style at Valle for an oceanfront Michelin star dining celebration! Join Chef Roberto Alcocer and the Valle Family for a spectacular six-course tasting menu with wine pairing for a celebration of contemporary Mexican flavors.

NYE | 6-Course Tasting Menu: $250++/ person | Wine pairing: $150/ person | 5 PM–9 PM | Entry to The Rooftop’s NYE NEON 2024 Party: $100

Havana 1920

Havana 1920 will celebrate New Year’s Eve in San Diego with a spread of Cuban dishes and cocktails. Signature cocktail selections include Cuban Swizzle, a combination of coconut rum, green chartreuse, fresh lime, pineapple, demerara sugar, and soda; and Havana 1920 Mojito, an elevated mojito crafted with freshly-pressed sugarcane juice, Havana Club aged añejo blanco rum, fresh lime juice, yerba buena, sugarcane syrup, and club soda. On the menu are dishes like Cubano, made with slices of slow-roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard sandwiched in between slices of authentic Cuban bread flown in from Tampa, Florida; and ropa vieja, the national dish of Cuba, consisting of shredded beef with peppers, olives, and onions cooked in tomato sauce. And if you want to keep the party going, take advantage of complimentary secret access to Prohibition before 10 PM!

NYE | 11 AM–close

Mezé Greek Fusion

Get ready for a Greek-inspired three-course prix fixe menu at Mezé Greek Fusion, located in the Gaslamp Quarter at 345 Sixth Ave. Begin with a trio of meze (appetizers) to share, including hummus, baba ghanoush, and tzatziki served with pita bread. Entree choices include grilled chicken souvlaki, New York steak, lamb shank, swordfish, or marinated lamb and beef gyro, each accompanied by vegetables and more. Baklava cheesecake will be served for dessert. The complete dinner menu will also be available.

NYE | 3-course: $69/ person | 11 AM–9:30 PM

Serẽa Coastal Cuisine

Found in the historic Hotel Del Coronado at 1500 Orange Ave., Serẽa Coastal Cuisine will offer a five-course dinner with beautiful beachside views— the perfect place to watch the sun set on 2023! James Beard Foundation Fresh Catch Leader and Executive Chef JoJo Ruiz has crafted seafood dishes with a Mediterranean flare and other specialties complemented by seasonal ingredients from the best of the region’s oceans, farms, and fields. In addition, discover an eclectic beverage program featuring specialty cocktails.

NYE | 5-course: $195/ person | 5 PM–10 PM

Vistal

InterContinental San Diego’s signature Baja-inspired waterfront restaurant Vistal is offering a special New Year’s Eve dining experience with unobstructed views of the bay. Offering both a vegan menu and a menu combining the best of land and sea, Vistal’s five-course menu is sure to impress! Dish options include Sunchoke Vichyssoise, Umami Tuna Tostada, Lobster Bisque, Roasted Local Beets, Prime Beef Tenderloin, or upgrade to California Spiny Lobster. Vegan dish options include Sunchoke Vichyssoise, Butternut Squash Bisque, Warm ‘Ricotta’ Salad, and Vegan Wellington with Impossible Meat, King Oyster Mushrooms, Green Apple Risotto, Asparagus, and Red Pepper Sauce. For dessert, select the mini trio of Dark Chocolate Mousse and Hazelnut Praline Rocher, Chestnut Crème Brûlée, and Ricotta Cheesecake with Amarena Cherries, or vegan sorbet and fresh berries.

NYE | 5-course: $139/ person | Wine pairing: $55 | Make reservations via Resy.

George’s at the Cove

George’s at the Cove, a La Jolla icon in its 40th year, has a three-course prix fixe New Year’s Eve dinner from Executive Chef Masa Kojima in its Lower Level dining room. Appetizer options include king crab chawanmushi and carrot salad, entrée selections include lamb chop and white fish, and desserts include quince tangerine tart and firecracker guajillo.

NYE | 3-course: $120/ person | 6 PM–8:45 PM | Reservations can be made here.

20|Twenty

Ring in the new year with a decadent three-course prix fixe menu at 20|Twenty. The Carlsbad eatery will offer starter options such as Hama Hama Oysters, Scallop Crudo, and Cauliflower Bisque; main course selections such as Maine Lobster, Wagyu Beef, and Roasted Beef Pave; followed by an indulgent Mascarpone Mousse Cheesecake or Mignardise for dessert. Kiddos will have alternate options with a children’s menu available.

NYE | 3-course | Visit here to make a reservation or view the full menu.

Huntress

On New Year’s Eve, Huntress will offer its full menu with chef specials, including caviar soufflé with crème fresh, chives, and cured egg yolk; roasted duck including the dry-aged breast, confit legs, duck neck sausage, and grilled chicory; and gnocchi with brown butter, sage, and parmesan.

The Shores Restaurant

Bid farewell to 2023 with an indulgent three-course dinner at the Shores Restaurant. The oceanfront restaurant is offering a prix fixe New Year’s Eve menu for you to celebrate in SoCal-style steps from the sand! The first course includes a Caesar Salad with chipotle Caesar dressing, Butternut Squash Ravioli, and Lobster Bisque. Main course offerings include a 14oz Rubbed Ribeye, Striped Bass Filet, Stuffed Grilled Chicken, and Shrimp Scampi, as well as add-ons such as lobster tail, shrimp, and fried bacon brussels sprouts. For a sweet finish, opt for a flan, lemon tart, or mud pie from the dessert selections.

NYE | 3-course dinner: 4 PM | A la carte brunch: 10 AM–3 PM | For more information and to make a reservation, visit here.

Glass Box

Begin the evening at Glass Box with a complimentary glass of champagne, followed by the first course—Mini Crab and Avocado Sushi Rolls, elevated with a hint of wasabi and soy glaze. The second course offers a trio of options: Tuna Tataki, Tempura Assortment, and Chawamushi, made with savory egg custard with dashi, mushrooms, and yuzu. For the third course, savor your choice of Miso Soup with Enoki Mushrooms, Kabocha Squash Soup, or Clear Soup with Udon. In the fourth course, relish options like Miso Glazed Black Cod, Teriyaki Chicken, or Beef Filet. Ending on a sweet note, choose from Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake, Mochi Ice Cream, or Dorayaki—red bean paste between pancake patties, served with matcha whipped cream.

NYE | 5-course: $85/ person | 4 PM–10 PM

Kingfisher

Golden Hill’s Kingfisher will be ringing in the new year with a festive NYE family-style fête. The celebratory evening will include a very special dinner of seven dishes prepared by Chef David Sim and his team. Highlights include Hokkaido Scallop Tempura, Green Papaya and Kohlrabi Salad, and Grilled Lemongrass Tomahawk Steak. A limited a la carte menu will be available at the bar only, and they’ll have a few bar spots available for walk-ins. They’ll even have a big screen up to catch all of the countdown action at 9 PM live from Times Square!

NYE | $125/ person (including champagne toast) | Wine pairing: $50–$80 | Reservations can be made here.

Books & Records

Step back in time this New Year’s Eve at the Gatsby Gala at Books & Records and immerse yourself in 1920s splendor with an elegant three-course dinner by Chef Sam Deckman and his team. 1920s cocktail attire is recommended for the evening, and the night will feature the swinging sounds of a live three-piece band. Enhance your NYE experience with Speakeasy Sips, including a curated selection of wine and cocktails complementing each course. The Midnight Mingle option will also be offered, which includes a dance party with a live DJ, hors d’oeuvres, and a midnight toast.

Provisional Kitchen

Delight in a special four-course menu, champagne, and live music at Provisional Kitchen.

NYE | 6 PM–10 PM | For reservations, visit OpenTable.

Rancho Bernardo Inn

Ring in the new year tucked away in quintessential North County San Diego at Rancho Bernardo Inn. The Inn’s signature dining destination, AVANT, will be serving a special five-course seasonal menu curated by Chef de Cuisine Sergio Jimenez on December 31 from 5 PM to 10 PM for $179 per adult and $85 per child. Then, let the countdown begin with a New Year’s Eve soirée from 9 PM to 1 AM in the Aragon Ballroom for $199 per person, featuring delicious appetizers, an array of tray-passed hors d’oeuvres, an all-inclusive full bar, live music from The Ryan Hiller Band, a welcome toast with Moët & Chandon, and festive decorations with a midnight balloon drop. And why not elevate the holiday experience by booking The Inn’s NYE Stay & Soirée package, complete with overnight accommodations for two and two tickets to the soirée? Rates start from $699 per couple.

Little Frenchie

Nestled in the heart of the coastal gem, Coronado, Little Frenchie is offering an exquisite dining experience to ring in the new year with its inviting ambiance and a delectable à la carte menu inspired by the rich flavors of France. For a special touch to the evening, indulge in a special Kaluga Caviar feature, complete with potato souffle blinis, creme fraiche, and chives.

NYE | Last seating: 9:45 PM | Kaluga Caviar special: $95

Stake Chophouse & Bar

Treat yourself to a lavish Moët & Chandon Champagne Dinner featuring a prix fixe menu showcasing prime cuts served with wood-fired broccolini and pommes paillasson, with additional menu highlights including:

Matsutake Mushroom Brodo | tortellini, winter truffle
Wood Fired Prawns | harissa, fennel, herb salad, citrus vinaigrette
House Dry Aged Bresaola Carpaccio | mimolette, pickled shallot, rye crouton, horseradish aioli, watercress
Diver Scallops | honeynut squash, cauliflower mushroom, hazelnut, caviar nage
Sautéed Turbot | leek barigoule, potato, fennel, blistered tomato
Wood Fired Cauliflower Steak | lentil rasam, yogurt, pomegranate, crispy carrot
Raspberry & White Chocolate Cake | champagne soaked jaconde sponge, raspberry compote, salted almond praline, white chocolate mousse
Orange Buttermilk Panna Cotta | cranberry compote, meringue, nutmeg tuile

NYE | $250/ person | Wine pairing: $115 | Normal happy hour services also available. | For the full menu, visit here.

Saint James French Diner

Start your New Year’s Eve festivities with a charming French-inspired prix fixe dinner before hitting the town! Party favors, an amuse bouche, and welcome bubbles for toasting are included. Every couple will also receive a bottle of “Champagne Pop” to take home, compliments of Champagne Pommery⁠.⁠
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NYE | 3-course: $85/ person | Wine pairing: $40 | Book your spot on Opentable.

CUCINA urbana | CUCINA enoteca

CUCINA urbana and CUCINA enoteca are offering exclusive New Year’s Eve menus and cocktails at their locations in Banker’s Hill and Del Mar. Specials include:

CUCINA URBANA (Banker’s Hill)

Bistecca alla fiorentina
Lobster puttanesca pasta
Oysters + blood orange minoignette + trout roe + fine herb
Roman cheesecake + roasted grape + saba

CUCINA ENOTECA (Del Mar)

Beef carpaccio + frisee + crispy mushroom + parm + black truffle grissini
Scallop ravioli + salametto piccante + citrus caviar butter

To toast to the New Year, CUCINA’s consummate wine experts have curated a Celebratory Bubbles 3-pack ($230) with their top picks to help holiday sippers discover their new favorite bottle of bubbly. With varietals from the rolling hills of northeastern France, the romantic fields of Italy, and even a coastal gem from the Golden State, there’s no doubt that these bottles will start your New Year with a pop—available for purchase at all CUCINA locations. Find details here.

Lillian’s at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe

The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe is thrilled to welcome guests and locals to experience their newly transformed resort and exceptional dining offerings this holiday season. Enjoy an exquisite Chef-selected 4-course New Year’s Eve dinner at the exclusive Lillian’s, complete with complimentary prosecco.

NYE | 5 PM – 10 PM | Make reservations here.

New Year’s Eve Parties

Oxford Social Club, Clique Hospitality’s novelty nightlife destination, will ring in 2024 on Sunday, December 31 with a swanky New Year’s Eve celebration featuring acclaimed DJ Five, special surprise atmosphere performances, a festive countdown, and midnight champagne toast. Premium NYE table packages start at $2,000. Located at 435 Fifth Ave. in the Pendry, Oxford Social Club is in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter.

The Guild Hotel

Don’t miss out on The Guild Hotel’s New Year’s Eve extravaganza, a mesmerizing journey back to the roaring 20s! Immerse yourself in an opulent fusion of live jazz serenades, electrifying DJ sets, captivating burlesque performances, and an enchanting Gatsby-themed ambiance. Come dressed in your best 20s look and prepare for an evening where sophistication meets celebration, promising an unforgettable start to the new year amidst the glamour of a bygone era!

Garibaldi

Host an unforgettable private New Year’s Eve party for up to 50 of your closest friends and family at Garibaldi, the Italian Isle-inspired rooftop bar and restaurant on the third floor of the InterContinental San Diego, overlooking the San Diego Bay. Priced at $6,000 plus tax and service charge, the all-inclusive package features a sumptuous Sicilian Inspired Dinner Buffet for up to 50, an assortment of delightful desserts, two complimentary drinks per person, opulent Winter Chalet-inspired decor, complimentary luxury fur hooded parkas for warmth and style, and festive New Year’s party favors. Let the enchanting ambiance and meticulous details set the stage for a luxe alfresco soiree! Secure your reservation by December 15 by calling 619-432-7538 for an unforgettable start to the new year at Garibaldi!

Lumi

Ring in 2024 with live DJ entertainment on the heated rooftop in one of Lumi’s premier sections or VIP firepit tables! Kitchen closes at 11 PM. Packages now on sale here. Contact [email protected] today to place your pre-order.

barleymash

Get ready to disco on down to the Gaslamp to celebrate the new year with barleymash, for their Studio 24-themed NYE extravaganza! The first 75 guests will receive a complimentary glass of champagne in Ginger’s downstairs from 9 PM to 10 PM. There will also be a champagne wall! barleymash will have bottle service packages available, starting at $600 for up to 8 people, which will come with a complimentary bottle of sparkling and confetti cannons. Bottle service inquiries and reservations can be made by emailing [email protected], and those interested can also reach out to Whitney to skip the line.

Temaki Bar: Handroll, Sushi, Sake

Start your New Year’s Eve celebrations at Temaki Bar: Handroll, Sushi, Sake! Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Encinitas, at 575 South Coast Highway 101, stop by before or after you go out from 8 PM to 11 PM on December 31 for a $29 all-you-can-drink New Year’s Eve special (food must be purchased first). Temaki Bar strives to celebrate traditional and sustainable sushi-making with leader Chef JoJo Ruiz, local veteran chef and San Diego native, and will continue well into the new year.

Mavericks Beach Club

Mavericks Beach Club is hosting PB’s biggest New Year’s Eve party, inviting you to ring in 2024 Mavericks’ style! The beach bar will have multiple DJs, dance floors, balloon drops, party favors, roaming entertainment, and more. Mavericks is selling a limited amount of pre-sale tickets, which allow you to skip the line and enter through the bar’s VIP Line. You also get a voucher for a complimentary bottle of champagne on New Year’s Day. The party gets started at 7 PM! Pre-sale tickets can be purchased on Mavericks’ website here.

Carruth Cellars

Carruth Cellars will host a special New Year’s Eve celebration at their Oceanside tasting room to ring in the new year. Enjoy live music all night, along with house-made pizza and a special toast at midnight!

Pali Wine Co.

Prepare for a vibrant New Year’s Eve at Pali Wine Co.’s San Diego outpost, located in the heart of Little Italy. Start the new year right on December 31 from 9 PM to 12:30 AM, with plenty of wine flowing throughout the evening, light bites, a live DJ, and overall good vibes! Dive into a passport-style wine tasting featuring six incredible wines, including a Champagne toast of Pali Vineyard Sparkling Wine crafted using the champagne method. Take the celebration home with bottles to-go, featuring the celebratory Pét Moon White. Indulge your taste buds with passed hors d’oeuvres and mouth-watering desserts, perfectly paired with Pali Wine Co.’s outstanding wine selection. And DJ Bakerman will keep the spirits high for a night you won’t forget! Tickets are a steal at $75, but Wine Club members score them for just $60, inclusive of tax and gratuity.

La Sala

Join us in La Sala lounge inside La Valencia Hotel to welcome 2024 with a bubbly countdown, live music from 6 PM onwards, and champagne specials. Elevated classic cocktails and signature sips lead the way, while a cast of culinary-inspired drinks and a meticulously curated wine program set the scene for luxury and sophistication. This event is for ages 21 and older and is first-come, first-serve.

Puesto

Tacos on New Year’s Eve is sublimely San Diego, but Watermelon Mexican Candy shots is quintessentially Puesto. The local family-owned taco and agave spirits haven is an ideal spot to ring in the New Year Puesto-style with a complimentary Mexican Candy Shot at 9 PM! Known for their elevated bar program, where every Margarita is made with fresh pressed lime juice, Puesto’s Mexican Candy shots are made with blanco tequila, chamoy, fresh lime, habanero, and fresh watermelon. Just one shot might not be enough to say hello to 2024!

The Rooftop Bar at Mission Pacific Beach Resort

At NEON24, the extraordinary awaits! Sip on luminescent elixirs, drinks that shimmer and sparkle, creating a visual symphony that perfectly complements their extraordinary flavors. Through a mind-bending immersive portal, be transported into a vibrant world of pulsating lights and a kaleidoscope of colors and patterns that will set the night alight!

General admission tickets can be purchased HERE for $150 along with the Neon VIP Table experience for $1,200.

Prohibition

Celebrate the eve of 2024 in the spirit of 1920 at Prohibition, the Gaslamp Quarter’s underground speakeasy located at 528 Fifth Ave. The New Year’s Eve party will begin at 8 PM, and tickets will include a gift bag including the newest Prohibition Single Barrel Whiskey selection from WhistlePig and an exclusive VIP Entrance Coin that gives lifetime VIP access to Prohibition on weekends – meaning you will never wait in line or pay cover! San Diego band, Johnny Deadly Trio, will take the stage at 9:30 PM with a live rockabilly performance. Tickets are priced at $150 per couple and may be purchased in advance online here.

Alila Marea Beach Resort

Join Alila Marea and Solento Tequila at VAGA Bar this New Year’s Eve for the NYE Soireé as they celebrate the moments that matter most with friends, old and new. Savor signature Solento Tequila cocktails and passed bites while you groove to the rhythm of a DJ, and countdown to midnight. Additional bites and libations available to purchase from the VAGA bar. Raise a glass of Solento and toast to all that was and all that is yet to come! Free entry; 8 PM to 1 AM; 21+ only. RSVP here.

El Chingon

Raise a glass of tequila and toast to the New Year at El Chingon, the Gaslamp Quarter’s “Bad Ass Mexican” venue located at 560 Fifth Ave. The party will include beats by a live DJ, El Chingon’s expansive beverage menu featuring agave-based cocktails, margaritas, and cervezas, with the option to reserve VIP bottle service. At the stroke of midnight, guests will be invited to raise their glasses and toast the new year with a complimentary glass of champagne!

Fifth & Rose

Delight in a dazzling night at Fifth & Rose featuring craft cocktails, small bites, and a confetti countdown celebration with live music (plus a complimentary token to the famous Moët Champagne Vending Machine). Table reservations require a $100 food & beverage minimum per person.

Quartyard

Ringing in the new year on East Coast Time, Quartyard is the best place to kick off your NYE nighttime festivities from 5 PM to 10 PM. Playing R&B and Hip-Hop favorites, the YEAHHH’MAYNE R&B Block Party at Quartyard offers an electrifying atmosphere for partygoers and will leave you dancing the night away. With the ball drop commencing at 9 PM PST, it creates a unique experience, as attendees will be among the first to welcome the new year, setting the tone for an unforgettable night. Get your tickets here now!

Smokehouse & Bar

Rock in the new year with an unforgettable night of music, merriment, and memories at the iconic Hotel del Coronado’s recently opened Smokehouse & Bar at the Historic Laundry! Enjoy a live band playing rock ‘n’ roll and blues, a full open bar, a tantalizing array of tray-passed bites from Smokehouse chefs, and a decadent dessert bar. Celebrate inside the historic Laundry building or outside in the beer garden. Doors open at 10 PM. $150/ person; 21+ only. Additional details can be found here.

Historic Laundry at The Hotel Del Coronado

The Landing at Manchester Grand Hyatt

Raise your glass and celebrate New Year’s Eve at Manchester Grand Hyatt. “Land” at this classic, upscale Lobby Bar to experience a true bayfront atmosphere, experience a festive balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight to ring in the new year, and from 9 PM to 1 AM, dance it out with a live DJ set.

Tavern + Bowl

Celebrate the new year all day long with awesome bowling packages from Tavern + Bowl for the whole family. All ages are welcome from 11 AM through 9:30 PM, and then 10 PM marks the start of their 21+ party! NYE Bowling Packages include 2–3 hours of unlimited bowling, shoe rentals, pizza pies, boneless wings, French fries, Ten Pin Nachos, unlimited soft drinks, and a bottle of Champagne or sparkling cider to celebrate. Reserve your lane here! Lanes accommodate up to 6 players.

Come soak up all the good party vibes this NYE at Punch Bowl Social! Offering free games, tasty bites, and the city’s hottest DJs to keep the party going all night long— this NYE Bash is a celebration you don’t want to miss. When the ball drops, the champagne pops!

Petco Park

FNGRS CRSSD presents PROPER NYE/NYD 2024 as they ring in the new year at the biggest attraction in downtown: Petco Park! The two-day FNGRS CRSSD NYE celebration is stacked with house, melodic, and techno DJs that will keep you on your feet all night long! Running from 3 PM to 12:30 AM on NYE and 1 PM to 10 PM on NYD, this year’s lineup of artists includes Biscits, Camelphat, Diplo, Hayden James, Zhu, Testpilot, and more! Get your tickets here!

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Kick off the new year in true Margaritaville style at the Coastal Country New Year’s Eve bash! Grab your cowboy boots and hats and two-step your way into LandShark Bar & Grill with Neon Union, a boot-stompin’ country band straight outta Nashville. Enjoy beverages and light bites available for purchase and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are now on sale for $25–$50 and can be purchased here. Doors open at 7:30 PM, and live performances will begin at 9:30 PM.

Kona Kai

Step into a world of sophistication and intrigue as Kona Kai hosts a New Year’s Eve Bond Gala, inspired by the iconic James Bond. Dress to impress in your most glamorous threads and celebrate the arrival of the new year in true 007 style!

Expect a sophisticated dining experience, gazing out over the marina, live music from Roseville band, and Bond-worthy covert cocktails. Click here for more details.

Coasterra Restaurant

Calling all glamorous night owls craving an elegantly freaky NYE! The iconic Chic N Freak Ball returns on December 31 with a thrilling nocturnal fête guaranteed to make 2023 arrive in mesmerizing style.

Live it up under an extravagant canopy of stars while overlooking our glittering skyline, as world-class performers take the stage for a showstopping countdown extravaganza. With sound & light spectacles to spare, the dancefloor will be bumping well into the wee hours – plenty of time to meet intriguing strangers-turned-midnight soul mates!

Dust off those dancing heels, don your most daring couture, and get ready to ring in the new year basking in Chic N Freak disco-ball opulence at Coasterra. Whether it’s an archival Halston gown or a futuristic getup that sparks joy, dress to impress!

Click here for details.

New Year’s Day

Havana 1920

Havana 1920, GBOD Hospitality Group’s intimate Cuban restaurant located at 548 Fifth Ave. in the Gaslamp Quarter, will provide a New Year’s Day caffeine boost to revelers with complimentary Café Moto Havana Blend drip coffee to the first 24 visitors at its ground-level cafe, beginning at 11 AM exclusively on Monday, January 1.

Jimmy’s Famous

Rally and recover on January 1 with a delicious brunch at Jimmy’s Famous in Point Loma! Brunch offerings include staples like Buttermilk Free-Range Chicken and Waffles, Breakfast Burrito, Hashbrown Breakfast Sandwich, and Jimmy’s special favorites such as a Hangover Burger and the ‘Bubba,’ made with house-made buttermilk biscuit, free-range fried chicken, cheddar, bacon, sunny side egg, smothered in gravy and served with tater tots. Pair any of the brunch dishes with a Bloody Mary or mimosa. This limited-time “hangover” brunch will be available on January 1, 2024, from 10 AM to 3 PM at Jimmy’s Famous, located at The Promenade in Point Loma. Visit here for more information.

The Cottage

Bite into new beginnings (or cure your NYE hangover) at The Cottage, where they will be serving New Year’s specials from December 26 to January 1 at both the La Jolla and Encinitas locations. Menu highlights include Shrimp N’ Grits served with queso fresco, chipotle butter sauce, heirloom tomato, green onion, parsley, and soft poached egg; and a Picadillo Scramble made with angus ground beef and Cottage Potatoes drizzled in chipotle aioli.

Happy New Year, San Diego!

We wish you a fun, healthy, and lucrative new year!