Ring in 2024 at these Atlanta hotspots
There’s no better place to ring in the new year than Atlanta, and its restaurants are offering memorable experiences that cater to everyone. Guests are invited to usher in 2024 with a bang at some of the city’s best eateries with opulent multi-course dinners, Champagne toasts, or on the dance floors at some of the hottest parties.
Downtown
Ray’s in the City is hosting lunch and dinner for New Year’s Eve. The lunch runs 12-3 p.m. and a prix fixe dinner and a la carte menu is available from 4 p.m.- 2 a.m. Ray’s will have live music, pass out party favors, and have a Champagne toast at midnight. The restaurant will operate with regular hours on New Year's Day.
Glenwood Park
Midtown
5Church Midtown also is throwing a doubleheader for New Year’s Eve. Guests can choose between a sit-down four-course prix fixe dinner or let loose at Virtue’s Rooftop NYE party. The dinner portion is from 6-10 p.m. and features tiered pricing with 6-6:45 p.m. at $90 per person, 7-7:45 p.m. at $100 per person and 8-10 p.m. at $110 per person. Dinner also includes a half bottle of Champagne for parties of two and a full bottle for parties of four. The Virtue rooftop party is from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. and is $150 per person. This includes a midnight Champagne toast, multiple bars, light bites buffet (9-11:45 p.m.), DJ music, Champagne tower, photographer, a midnight ball drop on TV screens, and more. To experience both the dinner and Virtue party, inform the server during dinner to save $100 with a $50 upgrade. Dinner reservations can be booked via Resy: tickets for the Virtue Rooftop NYE party can be purchased here.
Guests are invited to AltaToro for a buffet dinner on New Year’s Eve. The eatery serving modern Latin cuisine sets the tone for an unforgettable evening with a complimentary glass of Champagne. Tiered pricing for the buffet is $90 per person for reservations made between 4-5:45 p.m., $105 per person between 6-7:45 p.m. and $120 per person between 8-10 p.m. At 10 p.m., the celebration continues when the dining room transforms into a lively dance floor with rhythmic DJ beats until 2 a.m. Make reservations via Resy. The restaurant will also be open on New Year’s Day for brunch only.
Westside
For a nice dinner before the festivities, guests can dine at Forza Storico. The eatery’s fresh, authentic Italian food will keep revelers satisfied throughout the night. The restaurant will be open between 4-10 p.m.
It’s a Cosmic Celebration at Your 3rd Spot. The Zodiac New Year’s event is “Written in the Stars” and will be a night filled with enchantment and wonder. Guests can indulge in specialty drinks, late-night food offerings, unlimited gaming, and live entertainment with a balloon drop at midnight. Tickets range from $75- $150, with general admission and VIP options. Purchase tickets here.
Buckhead
Double the celebration, double the fun. 5Church Buckhead is ushering in the new year in two spectacular ways and invites guests to join in the festivities. Revelers can indulge in an exquisite four-course dining experience that will set the tone for a night of elegance. With tiered pricing options, guests can choose the perfect time to celebrate. Starting at 6-6:45 p.m. is $90 per person, 7-7:45 p.m. is $100 per person and 8-10 p.m. is $110 per person. As a bonus, attendees can enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne and complimentary valet service. For those ready to dance the night away, 5Church Buckhead plans an unforgettable New Year’s Eve bash in the sunroom with a DJ, open bar, Champagne tower, and a Champagne toast at midnight. Interested in both experiences? It’s a double celebration for a reason. Guests can reserve a spot for the four-course prix fixe dinner and later attend the sunroom party for a $50 upgrade. By making a reservation for both experiences, guests will save $70. Dress code formal attire, cocktail required. Book dinner reservations via Resy and after-party tickets for $120 here.
Aria welcomes guests for a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner from 5:30-10:30 p.m. The Buckhead restaurant will serve its a la carte menu and tasting menu. Aria will be closed on New Year's Day and Jan. 9-13 for winter vacation. Visit the website for more information and reservations.
Chido & Padre’s invites guests to revel in good food, eats, and a DJ. The Mexican eatery will be open for brunch and dinner on New Year’s Eve and closed on New Year’s Day.
Gypsy Kitchen will serve its normal menu plus chef features until 10 p.m. When the party begins, guests can nibble on small bites, sip on cocktails, wine, and Champagne specials while listening to the DJ spinning tunes and watch the ball drop on the TVs at midnight. Gypsy Kitchen will also have a balloon drop with prizes and a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. There is no cover to attend.
Johnny's Hideaway is having the ultimate New Year’s Eve party starting at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $60 and guarantee a seat. Tables are sold out, but bar seats can still be purchased individually by calling 404-233-8026. Johnny’s will provide party favors, and guests can prepare to dance all night long. View more details online.
Pachengo’s is a great place to kick off New Year’s Eve. Guests can get the party started with a Mexican feast of fresh salads, tacos, and frozen cocktails. Pachengo’s will be open from 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
For a relaxed night with a glass of wine and traditional Italian cuisine, guests can head to Storico Fresco. The popular Italian establishment’s New Year’s Eve hours are 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
The Blind Elf Holiday Pop-Up will transform its space yet again into a New Year’s Eve extravaganza. Guests are invited to get dressed up, sip on festive drinks, and nibble on tasty bites. Visit their website for more information about hours and reservations.
For New Year’s Eve, The Southern Gentleman is open for brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and will serve a prix fixe dinner from 5-9 p.m. The dinner is $85 per person and will include grilled beef tenderloin filet, stuffed delicata squash, and much more. On New Year’s Day, the restaurant will offer brunch all day from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., and each table will receive a complimentary good luck plate.
Yeppa&co invites partygoers to pre-game at the Italian eatery on New Year’s Eve. Guests can dig forks into authentic Italian dishes and impeccable wine. Yeppa will be open from 4-10 p.m.
Sandy Springs
Ray’s on the River welcomes guests to New Year’s Eve brunch and dinner. The brunch is from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and the dinner is 4 p.m.-12 a.m. For dinner, Ray’s is serving a prix fixe menu with limited a la carte offerings. Guests also can look forward to live music and a midnight Champagne toast. The restaurant will be open during regular hours on New Year's Day.
Alpharetta/Johns Creek/Milton
Join Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar for a very special New Year’s Eve dinner. Guests will enjoy a four-course prix fixe meal carefully selected by executive chef Olivia Hurst. The meal includes lobster, New York strip and many more delectable eats. Dinner is $95 per person with optional wine pairings for $55 per person. Make reservations online.
Pop some bubbly and enjoy a culinary delight at Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails. Curated by executive chef Dean Wenzel, guests will be presented with a three-course prix fixe menu for $85 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) made special for New Year’s Eve. This will be the only menu available. Milton’s will be open from 5-9 p.m. Make reservations online.
Ray’s at Killer Creek in Alpharetta will have a New Year’s Eve brunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and dinner from 4 p.m.-12 a.m. The dinner will feature prix fixe and limited a la carte menus with the last seating at 11 p.m. Ray’s will have live music, and a Champagne toast will take place at midnight. The restaurant will be open normal hours on New Year's Day.
Sankranti in Johns Creek is normally closed on Mondays. However, the Indian eatery will be open for New Year’s Day. For more information about hours, visit Sankranti’s website.
Multiple Locations
HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern is ringing in the New Year with music, party favors, Champagne and, of course, great food. All locations are offering a special feature of a seasoned and chargrilled 10-ounce sirloin steak paired with shrimp sauteed in a bold scampi-style garlic butter and served with house-made whipped potatoes and garlic Parmesan green beans for $39.95. The party starts at 8 p.m., and all locations will have a DJ and a dance floor for guests to dance the night away. The Vinings, Brookhaven, Dunwoody, and Halcyon locations will have Champagne and bourbon flight specials. Atlantic Station will have Champagne and tequila flight specials and a DJ on both floors. Visit hobnobatlanta.com for reservations.
All locations of Marlow’s Tavern will be open on New Year’s Eve serving the regular menu along with a surf and turf special of filet medallions, jumbo grilled shrimp, garlic-sauteed spinach and twice-baked potatoes for $31. Reservations can be made online.
NaanStop Atlantic Station and Buckhead will both be open for normal hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. The fast casual Indian restaurant boasts a menu of naan wraps, rice bowls, fresh salads and more.
Postino WineCafé is offering its NYE Boujee Board & Bottle feature at its West Midtown and Buckhead locations. The feature includes a bruschetta board and a bottle of bubbly for $50. For Wine Cult members, the cost is $40. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in cocktail attire to ring in the new year as hours have been extended to 11 p.m.
There’s never a wrong time for a taco, and Rreal Tacos offers its flavorful, authentic Mexican street food for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. All locations—Midtown, West Midtown, Chamblee, Sandy Springs, Cumming, and Sugar Hill—will be open regular hours on both days.
Taco Mac invites guests to enjoy its fresh, never frozen, locally sourced chicken wings along with the most craft beers on draft and ultimate sports viewing. All locations will be open during regular hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
