No matter how 2025 treated you, New Year’s Eve provides an opportunity to put the good times and the bad in the rearview mirror and start 2026 off right. Restaurants throughout Chicago are celebrating by hosting dinners filled with luxurious items like seafood, steak and caviar. You can enjoy wine pairings and finish with a toast of bubbly or have an earlier meal and then head to a blowout bash at a bar with a drink package and a DJ to keep you dancing into the early hours of the morning. There are even some places that are offering both options under one roof, so you can keep the festivities going all night without putting your coat back on.
Just be sure to book a spot at one of these celebrations soon as many events will sell out or increase in price as it gets closer to Dec. 31.
The Loop and Near North Side
Acanto
The Loop Italian restaurant offers a four-course menu ($130 plus $45 for wine pairings) including seared foie gras, lobster tortelloni, truffle risotto and limoncello sponge cake. 18 S. Michigan Ave., 312-578-0763, acantochicago.com/nye
Adalina
The Adalina After Dark party ($200) includes a four-course dinner featuring truffle Caesar salad, three cheese ravioli and pistachio cheesecake, plus a bottle of Champagne per couple, a DJ and passed bites to keep you dancing after the countdown. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 912 N. State St., 312-820-9000, opentable.com/r/adalina-italian-chicago
The Albert
Celebrate from 3 to 7 p.m. with pizza, pasta, tiramisu, prosecco tastings, music from the Steve Knight Band, giveaways and a countdown at 5 p.m., which is midnight in Italy. Come later for a four-course Italian-style dinner ($90) including hamachi crudo, shrimp risotto and pesto-stuffed roasted rack of lamb. 228 E. Ontario St., 312-471-3883, thealbertchicago.com/specialevents
Avli on the Park
Come at 7 p.m. for a Greek-inspired buffet with a welcome glass of sparkling wine ($75) or just join for the party at 8:30 p.m. for appetizers, a premium drink package, sparkling wine, and a DJ ($85-$125). 180 N. Field Blvd., 312-600-9997, avli.us/nye-2026
Bar Sotto
An Italian disco-themed bash includes appetizers, prosecco, beer and cocktails ($120). 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 71 W. Monroe St., 312-332-7475, barsotto-chicago.com
Bistronomic
Chef Martial Noguier and Les Nomades chef Roland Liccioni team up for a four-course meal ($140 plus $70 for wine pairings) including salmon tartare, wild duck pie and Grand Marnier souffle. 840 N. Wabash Ave., 312-944-8400, bistronomic.net
Broken Shaker
The bar within the Freehand Chicago hosts a showgirl-inspired drag and burlesque show featuring cocktails, giveaways, drinking games, a complimentary glass of bubbles and music from Glamour Cadaver. 19 E. Ohio St., 312-940-3699, eventbrite.com
Eataly
Start celebrating early by visiting 15 tasting stations ($60) throughout the marketplace serving caponata, tortelli alla burrata, cotechino and other Italian dishes. A $75 ticket also includes two glasses of wine and a craft cocktail. 3-6 p.m. 43 E. Ohio St., 312-521-8700, eataly.com
Electric Shuffle
Play unlimited shuffleboard during a bash ($150) that includes an open bar, pizza, appetizers, dessert and a silent disco after midnight. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 488 N. La Salle Drive, 312-736-7617, electricshuffle.com
FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar
A three-course supper club menu ($80) offered Dec. 29 through Jan. 1 includes lobster bisque, braised lamb shank and a pear almond tart plus a Champagne toast on New Year’s Eve. 5-10 p.m. 221 N. Columbus Drive, 312-477-0234, firelakechicago.com
Grill on 21
The restaurant within The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection offers a four-course dinner ($150) featuring hamachi ceviche, lobster bisque, steak frites and olive oil cake from 5 to 11 p.m. The Flat Cats Band plays in the bar from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., and there will be party favors and a Champagne toast at midnight. A bash in the hotel ballroom ($109) features a top-shelf bar package, pasta, appetizers, dessert, DJs and party favors from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. 208 S. LaSalle St., 312-634-0000, ext. 3, grillon21.com/new-years-eve
I|O Godfrey
Take in the views from the fourth floor of The Godfrey Hotel Chicago at a bash (tickets start at $50) including passed appetizers until 10 p.m. and a midnight Champagne toast. 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. 127 W. Huron St., 312- 374-1830, iogodfrey.com/events
Lirica
The restaurant within Sable at Navy Pier serves a four-course dinner ($95) from 4 to 10 p.m. including seafood bisque, lobster linguini and truffle flourless chocolate cake. A bash ($150) in the hotel’s ballroom from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. includes an open bar, appetizers, DJ, a bubbly toast and a view of the fireworks at midnight. 900 E. Grand Ave., liricarestaurant.com/specials-and-events
Mercadito
Celebrate with a four-course menu ($85) featuring guacamole, Argentinian steak frites and churro bites plus a midnight toast. 8 p.m. to midnight. 108 W. Kinzie St., 312-329-9555, mercaditorivernorth.com
Miru
Watch the midnight fireworks over the Chicago River during a celebration ($250), including Japanese-inspired canapes, interactive food stations, wine, beer, cocktails, a DJ and a photo booth. 9 p.m. 401 E. Wacker Drive, 312-725-7811, mirurestaurant.com
Osteria Via Stato
A four-course dinner ($90) includes house-marinated olives, hand-rolled ricotta gnocchi with duck ragu, dry-aged filet with wild mushroom sauce and bittersweet truffle cake. 4:30-9:30 p.m. 620 N. State St., 312-642-8450, osteriaviastato.com
Petit Pomeroy
The River North restaurant serves a four-course dinner ($115) including gnocchi Parisienne with foie gras emulsion, king crab croquettes and apple tarte tatin. Wine pairings are available for $45. 4:30-10:30 p.m. 748 N. State St., 312-878-9966, petitpomeroy.com
Pizzeria Portofino
Watch the fireworks over the Chicago River at a bash ($155) including signature cocktails, appetizers, pizza and a midnight Champagne toast. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 317 N. Clark St., 312-900-9018, pizzeriaportofino.com/events/new-years-eve
Raised, An Urban Rooftop Bar
Get a perfect view of the fireworks at a bash ($180) including select wine and beer, bites, and a DJ. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 1 W. Wacker Drive, 312-795-3444, raisedbarchicago.com/our-events
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
The hotel hosts a masquerade party ($295) with appetizers, a dessert bar, bottomless Champagne and a view of the Navy Pier fireworks. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 160 E. Pearson St., 312-573-5160, toralichicago.com
Sepia
Have a five-course dinner ($155) from 5 to 6:15 p.m. before heading to a party, or linger with a seven-course meal ($195) served from 7-8:30 p.m. and 9-10:30 p.m. Both menus include caviar and black truffle, plus wine pairings are available. 123 N. Jefferson St., 312-441-1920, sepiachicago.com/newyearseve
Siena Tavern
A four-course tasting menu ($105) includes Dungeness crab, rigatoni alla vodka, New York strip and lemon tart plus a midnight toast. Add on crispy garlic potatoes ($15) or wine and cocktail pairings ($49). 51 W. Kinzie St., 312-595-1322, sienatavern.com/event/new-years-eve
Sifr
Chef Sahil Sethi serves a five-course tasting menu ($75) including roasted red pepper soup, scallop with harissa beurre blanc, pistachio lamb chops and a pistachio tart. 5-9:30 p.m. 660 N. Orleans St., 464-204-8711, opentable.com/r/sifr-chicago
The Smith
A festive three-course meal ($85) includes spicy salmon tartare, short rib meatballs and sticky toffee pudding. Seatings after 9:45 p.m. include a Champagne toast and party favors at midnight. Start celebrating early with a $60 open bar package. 7 p.m. to midnight. 400 N. Clark St., 312-312-5100, thesmithrestaurant.com/holidays
State and Lake Chicago Tavern
A four-course dinner ($75) including lobster bisque, sole and lobster soufflé and raspberry chocolate soufflé. 4-9:30 p.m. 201 N. State St., 312-239-9400, stateandlakechicago.com/upcoming-events
Storyville & Lulu’s Speakeasy
A masquerade ball ($60) includes three drink tickets, passed appetizers, a Champagne toast and party favors. DJs spin house, disco and dance hits all night and you can head downstairs for karaoke. 9 p.m. 712 N. Clark St., 312-741-9786, storyvillechicago.com
Tanta
A seven-course dinner ($95) includes grilled octopus, lamb chop with quinoa risotto, miso short rib and a Champagne toast. 5-9:30 p.m. 118 W. Grand Ave., 312-222-9700, tantachicago.com
TAO Chicago
The River North restaurant and nightclub’s black tie optional bash ($205) features passed appetizers and light bites, four hours of premium cocktails, and a midnight Champagne toast. 632 N. Dearborn St., 224-888-0388, taogroup.com
Three Dots and a Dash
Escape the winter chill with a $125 package including island-inspired bites and five tropical cocktails. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 435 N. Clark St., 312-610-4220, threedotschicago.com/events
Toro
Start the evening with a four-course dinner ($125) including a welcome glass of Champagne, hamachi crudo, and Wagyu beef tenderloin with Oaxacan black mole from 6 to 8 p.m. The restaurant within the Fairmont Chicago hosts a bash from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. featuring swordfish tostadas, pulled pork sliders, a whole pig carving station, Champagne, craft beer, signature cocktails, DJs, drummers and dancers ($145 or $90 as a dinner add-on). 200 N. Columbus Drive, 312-565-6644, torochicago.com/nye
Tzuco
A three-course menu ($120) from chef Carlos Gaytan includes steak tartare, filet mignon and a Champagne toast. 4-10 p.m. 720 N. State St., 312-374-8995, tzuco.com
North Side & Northwest Side
aliveOne
The Lincoln Park bar’s annual New Year’s Eve party ($110) includes a buffet, house cocktails, beer, wine, seltzers and a midnight Champagne toast. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. 2683 N. Halsted St., 773-348-9800, eventbrite.com
Avenue Tap & Kitchen
Celebrate at a bash ($70) with premium cocktails, a dinner buffet, party favors, a DJ and a midnight Champagne toast. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 3407 N. Paulina Ave., 773-871-1200, avenuetapchicago.com
Bar Roma
Specials offered in addition to the regular menu include seafood ravioli ($32), braised beef short rib with garlic mashed potatoes ($40), smoked prosciutto-wrapped shrimp ($18) and warm pear cake with eggnog ice cream ($12). 4-9 p.m. 5101 N. Clark St., 773-942-7572, barromachicago.com
The Butcher’s Tap
Enjoy a cash bar or opt for a $45-$50 package including call cocktails, house wine, Champagne and select seltzers, draft beers and appetizers, plus a DJ and party favors. 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 3553 N. Southport Ave., 773-325-0123, thebutcherstap.com
Fiya
Chef Ben Blum offers a five-course dinner for two ($130) including house-made hummus, tuna crudo, potato kugel with trout roe, lamb loin with apricot chutney and sesame pavlova with apple butter. Add wine pairings for $45 per person. 5-9:30 p.m. 5419 N. Clark St., 773-543-7074, resy.com/cities/chicago-il/venues/fiya
Geja’s Cafe
A romantic three-course dinner ($125) includes Swiss gruyere cheese fondue, beef tenderloin, lobster tail, Gulf shrimp, Belgian chocolate flamed tableside and a glass of Champagne. 4, 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. 340 W. Armitage Ave., 773-281-9101, gejascafe.com
Mordecai
Toast to the new year with a trio of vintage cocktails and bubbles at midnight accompanied by snacks ($125). 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. 3632 N. Clark St., 773-269-5410, mordecaichicago.com
Replay Lincoln Park
A “Stranger Things”-themed Hawkins Snow Ball NYE Celebration ($50) features Surfer Boy pizza, two themed cocktails, a Champagne toast, music from ‘80s video DJ Adam Black, party favors and a balloon drop. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 2833 N. Sheffield Ave., 773-665-5660, exploretock.com/replay
Tama
Chefs Avgeria Stapaki and Adalberto Olaez serve a five-course Mediterranean-inspired dinner ($140 plus $75 for wine pairings) including a welcome glass of Champagne, mushroom tortelloni soup, lobster tartare, smoked rib eye and pear pavlova. 6 and 9 p.m. 1952 N. Damen Ave., 312-955-0212, opentable.com/r/tama-chicago
West Side & Near West Side
Alla Vita
A family-style four-course dinner ($150) includes black truffles, lobster and Australian wagyu. 4:30-10:30 p.m. 564 W. Randolph St., 312-667-0104, allavitachicago.com
Bar La Rue
The Fulton Market spot hosts a French Alps-themed bash ($101) featuring light bites, a welcome cocktail, an open bar and a DJ. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 820 W. Fulton Market, 312-533-4607, barlarue.com
BLVD Steakhouse
A three-course dinner features steak tartare, Wagyu filet and snickerdoodle cheesecake, with luxury upgrades including a butter-poached lobster tail ($30) and a seafood tower ($225). Dine after 8:15 p.m. and you’ll receive a midnight Champagne toast. $95 from 5-8:15 p.m. or $135 from 8:30-10:30 p.m. 817 W. Lake St., 312-526-3116, blvdchicago.com
Carnivale
The restaurant offers a dinner buffet from 6 to 10 p.m. and an open bar until 1 a.m. along with a DJ, Samba and go-go dancers, aerialist performances and a midnight balloon drop. Tickets are $149 or $89 if you skip dinner and join the party at 9 p.m. 702 W. Fulton Market, 312-850-5005, carnivalechicago.com
The Dawson
The West Town restaurant offers a four-course dinner ($95, plus $48 for wine pairings) including chilled stone crab, lobster bisque, red wine braised short ribs and a Champagne berry float, plus bubbles to toast. 730 W. Grand Ave., 312-243-8955, the-dawson.com/nye
Duck Duck Goat
Pick up a ready-to-eat dinner for two from 4:30-7 p.m., including potstickers, pickled cucumber salad, veggie fried rice and braised pork belly for $95. You can also go out from 4:30 to 10:45 p.m. for a $125 per person family-style meal that includes a bubbly toast. 857 W. Fulton Market, 312-902-3825, duckduckgoatchicago.com
Fioretta
The Italian American steakhouse offers a four-course dinner from 4 to 11 p.m. featuring shrimp scampi, lobster bisque, filet mignon and tiramisu for $135. Add-ons include drink pairings ($49), caviar ($95), Maine lobster tail ($35) and mascarpone whipped potatoes ($15). A party in the penthouse rooftop space from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. includes an open bar, appetizers, a DJ and a midnight prosecco toast for $176. 318 N. Sangamon St., 312-897-5011, fiorettasteak.com
Frontier
Chef Brian Jupiter teams up with Trinidadian chef Osei Blackett for a party ($149) featuring bites such as tamarind-glazed lamb chops, jerk mushroom fritters and mini oxtail empanadas plus Trinidad-inspired cocktails, select draft beers, sparkling wine, a DJ and a sparkling toast at midnight. 8 p.m. 1072 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-772-4322, thefrontierchicago.com
Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar
Pick up a $500 meal for four including caviar, deviled eggs and wood-grilled beef tenderloin with slider rolls and truffle scalloped potatoes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Third Season by The Roof Crop. 1516 W. Carroll St., heritage-chicago.com
il Carciofo
Chef Joe Flamm’s Roman-inspired restaurant offers a four-course meal ($95) including artichoke with burrata, mushroom risotto, roast pork with salsa verde and flourless chocolate cake with chocolate gelato. 5-10 p.m. 1045 W. Fulton St., 872-274-5862, ilcarciofochicago.com
Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods
Snack on passed appetizers while taking advantage of a call drink package from 8 p.m. to midnight ($79-$119) and watching a burlesque show. Finish the party with a Champagne toast. 1415 N. Wood St., 773-360-8320, inamaetavern.com
Izakaya at Momotaro
Celebrate at an event ($125) with Japanese street food, a sushi bar, a midnight sake toast and three tickets that can be used for call drinks or a sparkling yuzu cocktail. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 820 W. Lake St., 312-733-4818, momotarochicago.com/izakaya
KAMA
Chef Esteban Nuñez offers a three-course dinner ($100) including gobi pakora, butter chicken and tamarind chai tiramisu. 812 W. Randolph St., 312-898-2668, kamabistro.com/holiday-specials
La Serre
The Fulton Market French restaurant offers a four-course menu ($125) including tuna crudo, crispy leek and eggplant fritters, gnocchi with shaved black truffle, and warm apple bread pudding. Add-ons include a seafood tower ($45) and grilled green beans ($15). 307 N. Green St., 312-500-1128, dinelaserre.com
Lyra
A four-course Greek menu ($125) includes charred octopus, halloumi souvlaki, Maine lobster linguine, dark chocolate cake and a midnight Champagne toast. Add wine pairings for $55 or nonalcoholic pairings for $35. 905 W. Fulton Market, 312-660-7722, lyrarestaurant.com
Nisos Prime
A $125 four-course dinner offered from 5 to 10 p.m. includes shrimp cocktail, rigatoni alla vodka, steak frites and chocolate cake. You can also celebrate in the lounge starting at 8 p.m. with passed appetizers, a drink package, a DJ and bubbles at midnight ($145). 802 W. Randolph St., 312-800-8582, nisosprime.com/happenings
Nobu
The restaurant offers a six-course omakase menu ($150) from 5-7:45 p.m. including sashimi, sushi and Japanese A5 wagyu steak. A seven-course menu ($195) served from 8-11:30 p.m. adds on caviar, a Champagne toast, chocolate truffles to take home, and access to the bar area where you’ll find a DJ, photo booth and midnight balloon drop. 854 W. Randolph St., 312-779-8800, noburestaurants.com
Proxi
New Year’s Eve is the last chance to dine at Proxi before the restaurant closes. A four-course meal ($125 plus $65 for wine pairings) from chef Andrew Zimmerman and chef de cuisine Jennifer Kim showcases coastal Asian fare. 5-10:30 p.m. 565 W. Randolph St., 312-466-1950, proxichicago.com/happenings
Revolver
Black and white attire is strongly encouraged for a bash at the speakeasy-style bar featuring an open bar, passed snacks and a midnight Champagne toast for $90. You can also skip the open bar and just attend for $43. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., 1270 N. Milwaukee Ave., 773-232-6678, revolverchicago.com
The Robey
Move between the Wicker Park hotel’s three venues enjoying bites, margaritas, call drinks, beer and wine ($179). 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. 2018 W. North Ave., 872-315-3050, eventbrite.com
Rose Mary
A four-course dinner ($125) from chef Joe Flamm includes tuna crudo, ricotta rotolo and a dry aged strip steak with truffle hollandaise. Wine flights and a special list of sparkling wines are available for purchase. 932 W. Fulton Market, 872-260-3921, rosemarychicago.com
South Side & Near South Side
The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
The South Loop spot offers an indulgent three-course meal ($125) including lobster bisque, filet mignon and molten chocolate cake. 1401 S. Michigan Ave., 312-786-1401, chicagofirehouse.com
The Duck Inn
The Bridgeport restaurant offers a tasting menu ($167) including snapper crudo, smoked duck breast with foie gras torchon, Wagyu filet mignon and butterscotch pot de creme. Wine and cocktail pairings ($75) and a caviar course ($198) are available as add-ons. 2701 S. Eleanor St., 312-724-8811, theduckinnchicago.com
Suburban and multiple locations
Aboyer
Book a spot from 5 to 10 p.m. for a three-course dinner ($89) including Wagyu meatballs over creamy polenta, roast chateaubriand with crispy garlic potato croquettes and creme brulee with lemon madeleines. A retro opulent five-course dinner ($395) served at 6 and 8:30 p.m. includes a flight of four wines, Champagne and caviar service, lobster thermidor with hand-rolled saffron angel hair pasta, and poached pear in black truffle sabayon. 64 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, 847-441-3100, opentable.com/r/aboyer-winnetka
Barcocina
Both the West Town and Lakeview restaurants offer a five-course dinner ($80) including wine or margarita pairings and a Champagne toast from 5-9 p.m. From 9 p.m. to 2 p.m., they host parties ($65-$80) including appetizers and unlimited beer, house margaritas, wine and one mixer cocktails. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 1814 W. Chicago Ave., 773-270-4027 and 2901 N. Sheffield Ave., 773-687-9949, barcocinachicago.com
Easy Street Pizza & Beer Garden
The bar offers a package ($50) including premium cocktails, a dinner buffet, party favors and a midnight Champagne toast. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 3750 N. Central Ave., 773-993-0464 and 711 Devon Ave., Park Ridge, 847-823-4422, easystreetpizzachicago.com/nye
Hey Nonny
Executive chef Tim Vidrio serves a three-course dinner ($100) including fried tiger prawns, Wagyu flatiron with poached lobster and baked Alaska. 5-8:45 p.m. 10 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights, heynonny.com
LAGO by Fabio Viviani
A four-course dinner ($150) features hamachi crudo, truffle parmesan cream gnocchi, Chilean sea bass with shishito pepper polenta, and chocolate torte with winter berry compote, plus live music, a welcome class of prosecco, and a midnight Champagne toast. 350 N. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, 224-286-3567, lagolakezurich.com
Petite Vie
Chef Paul Virant’s French brasserie offers a five-course dinner ($225) including scallops with winter squash, sausage with escargot and duck a l’orange. Add wine pairings for $100. 4-9 p.m. 909 Burlington Ave., 708-260-7017, opentable.com/r/petite-vie-chicago
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge
The restaurant within the Rose Hotel serves a three-course meal ($53) including tomato soup, steak frites, white chocolate raspberry cheesecake and a glass of Champagne. 5200 Pearl St., Rosemont, 847-260-4774, thornrestaurant.com
Samantha Nelson is a freelance writer.
