There are ways to ring in the new year on the East End and say “goodbye forever” to the year 2020. We’ve compiled a few socially-distanced New Year’s Eve happenings and specials. If you have a restaurant or hotel offering a New Year’s Eve special and would like to be listed, email jessica@jameslanepost.com.
The Bell & Anchor in Sag Harbor is ringing in the New Year with $1 Montauk Pearl Oysters, $12 glasses of Prosecco, and $15 glasses of champagne. A la carte specials will also be available in addition to the regular menu. The specials will be available for dine in only. For further information or reservations, call The Bell & Anchor at 631-725-3400 or visit www.thebellandanchor.com.
The 1770 House in East Hampton presents a $125 three-course prix fixe dinner — two appetizer courses and a main course with selections from Chef Michael Rozzi’s seasonal menu — plus a complimentary glass of Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve. Dessert is a la carte and other beverages, tax, and gratuity are additional. Diners can enjoy dishes like the spicy Montauk fluke tartare, fusilli cacio e pepe, seared Hudson Valley foie gras, North Atlantic halibut, Rohan duck breast, and much more. Visit www.1770house.com.
Nick & Toni’s in East Hampton celebrates New Year’s Eve with a special menu offered to dine at the restaurant or to go and enjoy at home. The special three course menu for dine in is $135 per person and includes a Marc Hebrart Extra Brut Rosé toast with dessert. As well, a three course children’s menu is offered for $65 and includes a sparking toast with dessert. There will be two seatings. Dinner at home, available from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, will be a la carte.
Reservations are suggested and may be made by calling Nick & Toni’s at 631-324-3550 or visiting www.nickandtonis.com. Online ordering can be accessed here.
Green Hill Kitchen & Que in Greenport will offer holiday food and drink packages to ring in the New Year. The specials will be available for both dine in and takeout. The regular a la carte menu will also be available. The restaurant will open at noon on Thursday, December 31, and takeout orders can be placed by calling the restaurant directly at 631-477-4900. The packages include BBQ’ED Lobster Tails & Bubbles, Burgers & Beers, and more.
Almond Restaurant in Bridgehampton will celebrate New Year’s Eve with a special prix fixe menu. Starting at 7 PM a super deluxe locally sourced 4-course menu will be offered for $125 per person. A champagne toast complete with party favors will take place at 9 PM for an early New Year’s celebration. The a la carte menu will be available prior to 7 PM and a lighter snack menu will be offered at the bar along with specialty cocktails. If you prefer to celebrate at home a deluxe to go package will be offered featuring caviar, lobster and Kobe beef.
How about a staycation this New Year’s Eve? At Gurney’s Montauk guests will be able to celebrate from the comfort of their own room with a variety of amenities to ring in the New Year. DJ Vikas Sapra has specially curated a Gurney’s Spotify playlist to set the mood, and guests will also receive a complimentary 2021 Celebration Kit in-room, filled with all the decorations needed to transform their guestroom or suite.
Scarpetta Beach, the classic Italian restaurant at Gurney’s, has also rolled out a special NYE in-room dining menu, alongside the full menu, with specials. The property also has eight beachfront bungalows complete with a seasonal menu, firepits, and all the festive cheer to help celebrate the holiday season.
The Southampton Inn is offering guests a bottle of Prosecco and brunch on New Year’s Day. The cost is $250 for the night. The inn has also partnered with the neighboring Plaza Cafe and will be offering guests a complimentary glass of wine with their dinner. Visit www.southamptoninn.com.