South Florida’s 13 Best New Year’s Eve Celebrations

And none priced more than $150

by Amber Love Bond Dec 26, 2018, 2:00pm EST

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by Amber Love Bond Dec 26, 2018, 2:00pm EST

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It’s time for the last meal (and last cocktail) of the year. It’s easy to spend a fortune in South Florida on a night out — especially when it’s a holiday — but there are plenty of places that offer festive celebrations that won’t clear out the bank account. From chef’s tastings to open bar rooftop parties, there’s something for everyone under $150.

So put on those sparkling celebratory outfits and enjoy these specials taking place for one night only as Miami says goodbye 2018, cheers to 2019.

Reservations in advance are always recommended.

Casa Sensei

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Bring in the new year at an Asian-inspired soirée at Casa Sensei, Fort Lauderdale’s newest eatery on Las Olas. Starting at 9 p.m., feast on a four-course dinner for $89.95 per person with a champagne toast and party favors at midnight. There will be a DJ spinning throughout the night.

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1200 E Las Olas Blvd #101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

(954) 530-4176

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The Strand Bar & Grill

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Head to The Strand for New Year’s Eve dinner with reservations available from 6 to 10 p.m. for $89 per person with an optional $35 wine pairing. Enjoy a live three-piece band from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. while hanging out at the bar or outside on the patio watching fireworks along the beach. Complimentary champagne toast is included at midnight.

6801 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141

(305) 514-7474

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The Anderson

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It’s always a party at The Anderson — and on NYE it’s a 90s prom fashion themed one. Want to ring in the new year like it’s 1999? Grab an old prom outfit and dance to the sounds of Tillery James. Drink packages will be available 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., $75 for unlimited wells drinks and $125 for premium drinks.

709 NE 79th St, Miami, FL 33138

(305) 757-3368

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Phuc Yea

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Head over to Phuc Yea for a family style dinner. For $89++ guests can take part in a three-course meal with dishes like crispy duck, brisket short rib, oysters, and the guest favorite PY noodles. Extra perks include a DJ spinning until 2 a.m., complimentary late night pho, and midnight bubbly toast.

7100 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138

(305) 602-3710

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Boombox

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the newly opened Boombox. Pre-purchase tickets for open bar access from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. including unlimited beer, wine, and select spirits and a Veuve Clicquot champagne toast at midnight. Guests will be given swag to help them take the perfect NYE selfies under the sparkle of Boombox’s shiny disco balls. Table service is also available. Secure tickets here.

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3456 N Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33127

(305) 814-4548

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Generator Hostel Miami

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Head to Miami Beach’s newest hotspot for bash worthy of ringing in the New Year. Open bar packages include beer, wine, and champagne for $75 (add cocktails for an extra $25) from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. while DJ Hot Pants gets the party going. A four course dinner option at The Jim & Neesie is available as well.

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3120 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140

(786) 496-5730

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KYU

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Wynwood’s KYU is hosting its annual New Year’s Eve party with a steampunk theme and feature live beats from DJ ES.P, a burlesque show and complimentary champagne and sake toast at midnight. Dinner will be served in two seatings — before 8 p.m. for $145 per person including a chef’s tasting menu with 10 to 12 dishes and three beverages or for reservations after 8 p.m. three tier options will be available starting at $215 per person.

251 NW 25th St, Miami, FL 33127

(786) 577-0150

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No. 3 Social

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Spend the evening on a rooftop in Wynwood at No. 3 Social with a prime view of the city’s fireworks while taking advantage of the premium open bar and food stations. For $135 per person sip on cocktails and champagne from 9:30 p.m. until 1 a.m. while noshing on passed canapés and food stations including a raw bar, hot bun station, lamb, and more.

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50 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127

(305) 395-5811

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Sweet Liberty Drinks & Supply Company

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The annual New Year’s Eve bash at Sweet Liberty promises to be as sweet as ever with open bar available from 8:30 p.m. until midnight for $150++ per ticket, including a complimentary champagne toast, and raw bar and passed bites. After midnight there will be a cash bar while Patrick & the Swayzees perform into the early hours of the morning.

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237 20th St Suite B, Miami Beach, FL 33139

(305) 763-8217

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Call Me Gaby

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Those looking for a more low-key evening can enjoy the evening at South of Fifth’s Call Me Gaby. Enjoy a special three-course menu featuring selections like the burrata pugliese, porcini truffle risotto and a special trio di dolci for dessert for $95 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Or splurge a little on the $135 per person seatings lasting from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m. that includes a four-course menu featuring chiara pizetta, pot of meatballs, seafood linguini and more. Both options include a complimentary glass of prosecco.

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22 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

(305) 531-4800

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ADDiKT

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Savor the last dinner of 2018 at W Miami’s 15th floor restaurant, ADDiKT, with a prix-fix, five-course menu. The first round of seating will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. for $95 per person with a complimentary glass of select champagne. Dine at little later during the second round of seating from after 9 p.m. for $135 per person with an included bottle of select champagne for per couple. After dinner for an additional $50 head up to the Wet Deck to dance the night away at the 50th floor’s rooftop lounge.

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485 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131

(305) 503-0373

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Sugar

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Ring in the New Year with a bird’s eye view of the city on the 40th floor lounge, Sugar. General admission tickets are priced at $80 per person. While drinks aren’t included in this ticket price, the view of all of Miami might be worth it. Dance to beats by Lazaro Casanova and toast to fabulous a New Year.

40, 788 Brickell Plaza, Miami, FL 33131

(786) 805-4655

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KOMODO

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David Grutman’s Komodo Lounge, located above the popular restaurant on the 3rd floor, will ring in the new year in the heart of Brickell with open bar and passed hors d’oeuvres from 9 p.m. till midnight. Tickets begin at $125 per person, those who choose to dine before can head up to Komodo Lounge at $75 per person. For table reservations, email nye@komodomiami.com.