Bring in the New Year at Rattle Inn, the perfect place to listen to live music, enjoy a cocktail and have a great view of the city. General admission is no cover, and if VIP is more your thing, reserve a table in the Whiskey Room or reserve a table on the rooftop deck. Live music: Lou Shields, Dixie Underground, Amardillo Creek, Junkyard Mongrels, Danger Cakes.
If you’re looking for a special way to start or end the last day of 2014, Lenoir has a great dinner planned for New Year’s Eve. The menu is $65 for four courses, with options at each course, plus a few surprises. We’ll offer complimentary valet and warm wishes to ring in your new year, so consider joining us. Reservations are available.
Sullivan’s -$69 per person, first seating 4pm-5:45pm; second seating $79 6-11pm
Bid farewell to 2014 in decadent style as Warehouse District staple, Sullivan’s celebrates the arrival of 2015 with an indulgent four course menu. Choose from classics like a hearty New York Strip or Roasted Rack of Lamb as well as new favorites like Lobster Basil Stuffed Shrimp or Broiled Salmon Filet with Beurre Blanc. Top off the meal with a sweet ending like the Bananas Foster Bread Pudding.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse, founded in 1996, is a favorite neighborhood restaurant. Known for its hand cut steaks, Sullivan’s is equally well-known for its fresh seafood, delectable side dishes, mouth-watering desserts and award-winning wine list.
Ring in the New Year at laV with two special seatings. 3 course prix-fixe, $135 per person with seating between 5pm-6pm and a later seating, 5 course prix fixe, $185 per person with seating between 8-9pm
Early Seating
deviled egg, caviar, brioche, chive
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foie gras torchon, huckleberry preserve, toast
ruby grapefruit & endive salad, peekytoe crab, avocado puree
truffle risotto, white alba truffle, parmigiano reggiano, chives
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brioche crusted akaushi ribeye, creamed kale, black garlic chimmichurri, cipollini onions
dewberry cornish game hen, perigord truffle, chestnut stuffing, parsnip puree
poached pacific halibut, pomme anna, brussels sprouts, beurre rouge
brown butter cauliflower steak, meyer lemon, capers, parsley
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blood orange budino, champagne sorbet
chocolate caramel tart, candied pecans, bourbon whipped cream
Late Seating
deviled egg, caviar, brioche, chive
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foie gras torchon, huckleberry preserve, toast
endive salad & pear salad, stilton, hazelnut vinaigrette
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agnolotti del plin, prosciutto consommé
painted hills beef tartare, spicy remoulade, potato chips
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peconic bay scallops, roasted cauliflower, almonds, black truffle puree
truffle risotto, white alba truffle, parmigiano reggiano, chives
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brioche crusted akaushi ribeye, creamed kale, black garlic chimmichurri, cipollini onions
dewberry cornish game hen, perigord truffle, chestnut stuffing, parsnip puree
poached pacific halibut, pomme anna, brussels sprouts, beurre rouge
brown butter cauliflower steak, meyer lemon, capers, parsley
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blood orange budino, champagne sorbet
chocolate caramel tart, candied pecans, bourbon whipped cream
warm brioche doughnuts, cassis jam
New Year’s Eve calls for a glass of champagne, or maybe just a Peter Rabbit Cocktail. Start your New Year’s Eve off at Searsucker Austin with a special 4-course, prix-fixe menu! For $75 per person, feast on 4-courses of New American Classic dishes by chef Brian Malarkey. When the clock strikes 12, toast with a complimentary glass of champagne! Make a reservation online or call 512-394-8000.
New Year’s menu 2014
Cold
Caesar, romaine, swiss chard, parmesan bacon crouton, 9 minute egg, white anchovy
Surf and turf Carpaccio, lamb loin, smoked trout, blood orange, capers, shallot, and arugula
Chicken liver mousse, red onion jam, maldon, toasted brioche
Hamachi, crispy shallot, red frill, spicy caper vinaigrette
Local greens, fine herbs, carrots, piquillos, avocado vinaigrette
Hot
Surf clam and salsify “chowder”, bacon, celery, and onion
Short rib, achiote, nopales, corn nuts, watermelon radish
Shrimp and bacon grits
wild mushroom and truffle risotto
Red beet tartar, dandelion greens, crème fraiche, poached egg
Main Event
“Surf and turf” filet, king crab, asparagus, brown butter béarnaise
Mary’s chicken, “airline” romanesco, baby carrot, pan jus
Scallops, crispy prosciutto, sun chokes, pickled swiss chard, wilted Bloomsdale
Local Duart Salmon “two ways” grilled, served with smoked salmon and potato hash, haricot verts, romesco
Cauliflower “steak”, red quinoa, kale, espelette crème fraiche, fried garbanzos, golden raisin gremolata
Sweet
Caramel x 3
Caramel Popcorn, Caramel Mousse, Caramel “Snow”, blondie cake, chocolate Ice Cream
Citrus + Meringue + Vanilla
Lemon-Lime Curd, Orange crust, sweet poached Meyers, blood orange gastrique, soft and crispy meringue, vanilla ice cream
Uchi and Uchiko will offer a special New Year’s Eve Omakase menu ($150 for two people), in addition to the full menu. Uchi’s ceiling will be full of balloons and both restaurants will serve complimentary champagne atmidnight. Call 512.916.4808 to make a reservation and stay tuned for menu details.
W Austin does not disappoint when it comes to providing guests, local and otherwise, with a true taste of Austin. Those wanting to eat pre-party or choosing to celebrate over dinner can partake in TRACE’s special NYE menu. From 5-11pm, guests can enjoy a four-course prix fixe for $115 per person. Indulge in dishes like Foie Gras Agnolotti, Texas Wagyu Carpaccio, Lobster & Avocado Salad with chili sweet & sour, mint, basil and cilantro and more.
Get more from your holiday shopping experience with Metier this December. On Wednesday evenings, from 6PM – 7:30PM, they’ll be serving up champagne cocktails and giving out Jessica’s favorite holiday cookie recipes with every purchase, just in time to liven up your holiday party. Plus, they have beautiful gift options for all of the cooks in your life AND awesome, one-of-a-kind vintage items to spiffy up your holiday table. Stop in before heading to dinner – pick up a hostess gift or a treat for yourself!
Join in the festivities as Hotel San Jose bids farewell to the past and welcome 2015! Dance all night to live music by DJ Chino Casino, enjoy bubbles and a photo booth to remember the night.