To a New Year
Ready to say goodbye to 2008 with its Hurricane Ike and economic tailspin? Not sure about how the next year will go? Don't sit at home brooding — get your party best on and hit the town. Houston's bars, clubs and restaurants are setting up for a mind-blowing New Year's Eve. With music and champagne at the ready, most are offering special deals that should fit your budget. So stare 2009 in the face and get out there.
Alden Houston
1117 Prairie, 832-200-8879
The Alden Hotel will be hosting a New Year's Eve Party out on the veranda, complete with an open bar, party favors, a DJ and dance floor, and a champagne toast at midnight. After midnight, the resident restaurant, *17, will be serving breakfast bites. RSVP by December 19 to [email protected], and if you're interested in special treatment, check out the Overnight Rockin' Eve package at $368 a couple. Visit the Web site for more details.
Alexander the Great Fine Greek Cuisine
3055 Sage Rd., suite 170, 713-622-2778
www.alexanderthegreatgreek.com
This year, experience New Year's Eve at Alexander the Great Fine Greek Cuisine. The first seating will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m., with the regular menu, at $50 per person. The second seating will be from 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.; $75 per person will get you a four-course meal, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, party favors and entertainment throughout the night with live music and belly dancers.
Arena Theatre
7326 Southwest Fwy., 713-988-1020
Fantasia and Rickey Smiley will be performing at the Arena, the historic in-the-round theater, on New Year's Eve. The show is called "Jokes and Gams" and should be a great showcase for the American Idol star.
Bar Rio
6400 Richmond
Bar Rio is presenting the New Year's Eve Ball 2009 with Armand Van Helden as its musical guest for the largest musical NYE event Houston has ever seen. There'll be a free champagne toast at midnight and the largest balloon drop in Houston. A world-famous DJ will be performing a live broadcast of Ball Drop in Times Square. There will also be a mind-blowing light and visual show. Also attending will be Houston's finest DJs and sexiest go-go dancers, and there will be an amazing magic show.
The Belvedere
1131-01 Uptown Park Blvd., 713-552-9271
www.belvedereinfo.com
Start the New Year out in Latin style with DJ Nelson from Miami spinning all night. The $25 cover will get you in the door and includes lavish hors d'oeuvres and complimentary champagne. Call for table reservations.
The Big Easy
5731 Kirby, 713-523-9999
The focus here is on local blues and zydeco artists — the living legends from Houston's heyday as one of the country's top blues towns, and the club's high volume level and physical intimacy offer patrons the chance to put these titans under a visual and aural microscope. This New Year's Eve brings a live show by Guitar Shorty.
Big Texas Dance Hall & Saloon (Spring)
19959 Holzwarth, 281-353-8898
www.bigtexassaloon.com/spring.html
Aaron Watson will be performing at Big Texas to celebrate the New Year's approach. The Abilene-based artist will probably be doing some tunes from his Angels & Outlaws CD. There'll be a midnight countdown, party favors and a balloon drop. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Bistro Don Camillo
6510 Del Monte Dr., 713-782-3011
Head over to Bistro Don Camillo, where, for $68 per person (tax and service not included), you can enjoy the food and atmosphere this holiday season with seatings at 6, 6:30, 7, 7:30 and 8 p.m. For $78 per person, you receive unlimited seating time with live music featuring Vlad and Kelly at 9 p.m., 9:30 p.m. or 10 p.m.
Bistro Lancaster
701 Texas, 713-228-9502
www.thelancaster.com
Bistro Lancaster is offering a NYE Dinner Package, which includes deluxe accommodations, sparkling wine and party favors, valet parking, a breakfast buffet for two served with Bloody Marys or mimosas, and dinner for two at the Bistro.
Blanco's Bar & Grill
3406 W. Alabama, 713-439-0072
www.houstonredneck.com/blancos.html
Blanco's is offering old friends The Mitch Jacobs Band. As Blanco's puts it: "This isn't going to be any kind of fancy-schmancy New Year's Eve party — just a good old night at the honky tonk with cold beer and good friends and great music."
Bohemeo's
708 Telephone Rd., 713-923-4277
The East End's first music-and-art coffeehouse offers desserts and quality setups. Don't miss Frenetica on New Year's Eve.
Bourbon Street Sports Bar
803 S. Mason, suite 410, Katy, 281-398-2424
www.bourbonstreetsportsbar.com
Enjoy live music from the best band in the Houston area, Empty V. There is no cover. There will be party favors and a champagne toast at midnight.
Brenner's on the Bayou
1 Birdsall, 713-868-4444
Delight in the tender steaks and succulent seafood and toast 2009 in the two-story dining room overlooking beautiful, lush grounds and a cascading waterfall this New Year's Eve.
Brenner's Steakhouse
10911 Katy Fwy., 713-465-2901
www.brennerssteakhouse.com
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Brenner's Steakhouse. A four-course meal is offered at $85 per person. Call for reservations.
Byzantio
403 W. Gray, 713-520-6896
www.byzantiohouston.com
There will be no cover for the New Year's Eve party at Byzantio, which will come with a champagne toast at midnight and drink specials all night long.
The Cellar Bar
3140 Richmond, 713-528-6435
All-inclusive packages are available. Call for details.
Citizen Lounge
4606 Washington, 713-862-4448
Citizen Lounge will be hosting a benefit for Dr. Sean Boutrous's Houston Foundation for Facial Reconstruction, a nonprofit organization funding child surgery in developing countries, this New Year's Eve. Benjy's Modern American Cuisine will provide catering, and a DJ will mix eclectic beats into the night.
Clayton's Restaurant & Club
198 N. Sam Houston Pkwy. East
This fun-filled night will feature live music by DJ Eljay, Erikah and Nocturnal. In order to have dinner, champagne and a table, you must RSVP ahead of time. The ticket cost for a couple is $50, covering dinner, champagne and party favors. For those who don't RSVP, the ticket cost is $20 at the door starting at 7 p.m., and dinner and champagne must be purchased separately.
Club 26Ten
2610 Sage Rd., 713-974-4000
Experience New Year's Eve at 26Ten's VIP Lounge and Dance Club. Entry is free entry for those with table reservations. Dinner seating is at 7 p.m., with an open menu until 2 a.m. There will be a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Call for reservations.
Coaches Pub
2204 Louisiana, 713-751-1970
Party with the folks over at Coaches Pub New Year's Eve or wake up New Year's Day and join them for the Rose Bowl. They'll have $2.50 Bloody Marys to help get you moving again and a full menu to cure your hangover shakes.
Coaches Sports Bar & Grill
17460 Northwest Fwy., 713-466-7773
There'll be a champagne toast at midnight, a DJ and drink specials. There is no cover.
The Continental Club
3700 Main, 713-529-9899
The Continental Club's popular annual "No Cover New Year's Eve" will feature The El Orbits at 9 p.m. and the Allen Oldies Band at 11 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Cullen's Live
11500 Space Center Blvd., 281-991-2000
www.cullenshouston.com
Head over to Cullen's by 9 p.m. to see Luther and the Healers' live performance. Reservations are recommended for those who wish to attend; these will be $25 per person through December 30, so there's still time. If you want to make a night of it, feel free to ask about reservations next door at Cullen's Upscale American Grille.
Cullen's Upscale American Grille
11500 Space Center Blvd., 281-991-2000
www.cullenshouston.com
The Cullen's chef, Paul Lewis, has created a special five-course dinner menu for New Year's Eve. Reservations are recommended at $85 per person plus tax, gratuity and alcohol. If you get there before 6 p.m., Cullen's offers early bird seating at $44 per person (plus tax, gratuity, and alcohol). Afterwards, head over to Cullenís Live for some late-night fun.
Dan Electro's Guitar Bar
1031 E. 24th St., 713-862-8707
www.danelectrosguitarbar.com
Guy Forsyth, at 9 p.m., and the Sideshow Tramps, at 11:30 p.m., are playing this New Year's Eve bash. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the cost is $20 with the champagne toast at midnight and the party favors. These two bands are ones you wonít want to miss.
Dave & Buster's
7620 Katy Fwy., 713-423-7706
www.daveandbusters.com
Dave & Buster's celebrates New Year's Eve with an interactive, hilarious murder mystery show, and you'll enjoy a chef-crafted buffet, complimentary power card, champagne toast and live DJ. The package price is $64.99 per person. The party starts at 8 p.m. Call for reservations.
Dharma Cafe
1718 Houston Ave., 713-222-6996
To celebrate New Year's Eve, Dharma Cafe will be hosting a party featuring Allison Fischer as entertainment. Feel free to join them for a great dinner and some awesome music, complemented by free champagne and party favors. The party starts at 6 p.m. and goes to closing time.
Dosey Doe Coffee Company
25911 I-45 North,
281-367-3774
Come out and see the Level One Band at Dosey Doe, the 150-year-old Kentucky farmhouse. A $64 ticket will get you dinner and the show.
Downtown Aquarium
410 Bagby (at Memorial)
713-223-FISH
www.downtownaquarium.com
Sharkey’s New Year’s Eve Party! Bring the kids December 31 from 2 to 5 p.m. for fun activities including a buffet and balloon drop.
The Firehouse Saloon & Eatery
5930 Southwest Fwy., 713-977-1962
Join in for a New Year's Eve Bash with Rich O'Toole and Josh Abbott.
Fitzgerald's
2706 White Oak, 713-862-3838
Us & Them: The Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience will be playing at Fitzgerald's. Doors open at 8 p.m. General admission is $10, balcony seating $15.
Griff's
3416 Roseland St., 713-528-9912
Kick back and ring in the New Year with a coverless party that includes drink specials and a midnight toast.
Grotto
4715 Westheimer, 713-622-3663
Special New Year's Eve menu available. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in Grotto's warm, entertaining atmosphere with your special someone or bring friends and family and start 2009 in style.
Guayaba Latin Grill
17505 Highway 249, 281-477-8555
Guabaya celebrates the New Year with a four-course dinner and live music from 7 to 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The first seating will be at 6 p.m. at $55 per person, with a second seating at 9 p.m. at $65 per person. These prices include party favors and the champagne toast at midnight.
Hard Rock Cafe
502 Texas, 713-227-1392
This New Year's Eve, you can spend the night at the Hard Rock Cafe dancing to the live music of Nothing More, Innerstate, Dmitri's Rail and, at about 1 a.m., Dremnt the End. For the ticket price of $50, enjoy the VIP lounge for the Champagne Toast at midnight, the WHY bracelet and a dinner buffet as well as party favors. Otherwise, tickets are $25 ahead of time and $50 at the door. The Cafe will also be holding a silent auction and raffle. Doors open at 9 p.m.
Hotel ICON
220 Main, 713-224-ICON
There are two packages available here for New Year's. With "The Countdown," you can dance off an indulgent tasting menu prepared by award-winning chef Michael Kramer and come back again the next day for more. Your package will include champagne delivered to your room upon arrival, a five-course dinner for two in VOICE, DJ and video entertainment, party favors, a midnight champagne toast, valet parking and brunch in VOICE on New Year's Day. Prices start at $545, excluding tax and gratuities. Subject to availability. The other package, "Don't Drop the Ball," includes complimentary valet parking, champagne delivery upon check-in, the five-course dinner for two, dancing and a midnight champagne toast in VOICE restaurant and lounge. Prices start at $495, excluding tax and gratuities. Subject to availability.
Hotel ZaZa
5701 Main, 713-526-1991
Celebrate the New Year with Hotel ZaZa's Winter Wonderland New Year's Eve Soirée from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. There'll be entertainment by DJ Guillaume, dancing and a champagne toast. Cascading "snow," a ten-foot-tall birch tree, "snow drifts" of rock salt, ZaZa ice princesses and specialty winter-blue martinis complete the winter transformation. As midnight approaches, party revelers will receive party favors and noisemakers. Two overnight packages are available, the "NYE" and the "Wonderland." The "NYE" package includes accommodations for two, champagne upon arrival, entry into the New Year's Eve party with a midnight champagne toast, breakfast buffet for two in Monarch on New Year's Day and overnight valet parking. Prices start at $395 plus tax. The Wonderland package also includes accommodations for two, champagne upon arrival, entry into the New Year's Eve party, breakfast buffet for two and a four-course dinner for two. Admission to the Winter Wonderland Soiree New Year's Eve Party is $50 per person. Reservations are recommended for New Year's Eve packages and bottle service; Wonderland dinner available only to Wonderland package guests.
House of Blues
1204 Caroline, 1-888-40-BLUES
www.hob.com/houston
At the House of Blues there'll be two parties in one house. The downstairs party will be holding the Totally '80s Ball featuring Thunderpants, who rock the House until 2 a.m. The $30 admission includes hors d'oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight. Call 1-888-40-BLUES for tickets. The upstairs party will feature the Eli Young Band. Dinner and hotel packages range from $75 to $150 and include a gourmet dinner in the House of Blues Restaurant or Foundation Room. Call 832-667-7732 to make reservations.
Hugo's
1600 Westheimer, 713-524-7744
www.hugosrestaurant.net
Celebrate at Hugo's with their special four-course menu, live music by Viento, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. The prices are $69 for adults and $12 for children.
IBAR
506 Main, 713-223-4227
Everyone's invited to the New Year's Eve party at IBAR, starting at 9 p.m. DJ Remarkable will be on the first, DJ Hi-C on the second. Call for advance tickets, table and bottle service. Be aware that the dress code is strictly enforced.
Improv Comedy Club Houston
7620 Katy Fwy., space 431, 713-333-8800
www.improvhouston.com
Charlie Murphy (the funnier brother of Eddie) is performing New Year's Eve at 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Indika
516 Westheimer, 713-524-2170
www.indikausa.com
Enjoy truffles, champagne and music at Indika this New Year's Eve.
Early seating is from 6 to 6:30 p.m. at $75. Late seating starts at 9 p.m. for $100.
Jet Lounge
1515 Pease, 713-659-2000
There will be a New Year's Eve Party here, with music aplenty.
Kubo's Sushi Bar & Grill
2414 University, 713-528-7878
If you need all the luck you can get this year, then head over for free toshikoshi-soba (buckwheat noodles) at Kubo's; this dish is served in homes and restaurants across Japan on December 31. It is thought that if you eat these noodles, you'll have a long and prosperous life.
La Carafe
813 Congress, 713-229-9399
Enjoy an intimate setting at no cover.
La Griglia
2002 W. Gray, 713-526-4700
Seatings at 5:30, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Enjoy special seasonal selections in addition to their regular dinner menu, and ring in the New Year with one of their delicious desserts.
La Torretta Del Lago
600 La Torretta Blvd., 936-448-4400
www.latorrettadellagoresortandspa.com
Starting at 7 p.m., La Torretta's evening will include wine and hors d'oeuvres to start things off, then dinner, dancing and the ceremonial toast with ice-cold bubbly at midnight. Prices are $125 per person, though a special New Year's Eve Tower Suite rate of $199 per night is available. There are also children's events at $50 per child. Limited availability.
Lucky's Pub & Warehouse Live
801 St. Emanuel / 813 St. Emanuel
Brought to you by Sports Monkey, The Rod Ryan Show and 94.5 The Buzz, the BLTV (Black Tie+Lingerie+Toga) New Year's Eve Party runs from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., with drinks included in the ticket price and live music from Adrenaline and the Slags Multiple DJs. The midnight toast will happen over 40,000 square feet of party space, and there will be party favors all around. Also joining the guests will be Rockstar Photographer Tre. Early Bird tickets start at $69. Table reservations start at $50. Hotel room packages start at $129 plus tax and include shuttle service from the party. Please e-mail [email protected] for special group pricing of ten-plus tickets. Valet parking will be available.
Mai-Thai Thai Restaurant
3819 Kirby, 713-522-6707
www.maithaihouston.com
Visit Mai-Thai this New Year's Eve to sample a new menu of chef specials.
Mary'z Mediterranean Cuisine
5825 Richmond, 832-251-1955
Check out Mary'z New Year's Eve for a taste of Lebanon and other Middle Eastern countries.
Meridian
1503 Chartres, 713-225-1717
Celebrate New Year's Eve with Andy Vargas of Santana and David De La Garza of La Mafia. They'll be playing all your favorite songs as well as their trademark hits.
Mike's Ultimate Sports Bar
8670 Highway 6, 281-855-1194
Thaddeus will be playing at Mike's New Year's Eve. Don't miss it.
Mi Luna in The Woodlands
6777 Woodlands Pkwy., suite 108
281-419-0330
There will be a Mediterranean Paella Lobster Bar and live Latin music to celebrate the New Year, as well as tapas and canapés all night. There'll be bottles of champagne on service, and the gold and glitter private rooms will be available for reservation only. A free raffle giveaway tops off the night, which starts at 10 p.m. and ends at 2 a.m.
Monkey Bar605 6th St., Kemah, 281-334-7800
There will be a Masquerade Party with catering by Mediterraneo, drink specials and midnight party favors.
Notsouh
314 Main, 713-237-8220
Ladyheat, Electric Attitude, The Backalley Sluts, Hops, Sara Van Buskirk.
Numbers
300 Westheimer, 713-526-6551
www.numbersnightclub.com
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Numbers with a $2,009 Cash Balloon Drop, free lifetime passes and other prizes, free party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. There will be a cheap cover price for those who come early. The party starts at 9 p.m., is open to all ages, and will feature DJ Wes Wallace.
Out of Africa
14019 Southwest Fwy., suite 204, Sugar Land, 281-277-2691
www.outofafricadining.com
Houston's newest South African Restaurant wants you to Experience the Wild Life this NYE, starting at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet for dinner and a 12:30 a.m. breakfast. There will be an open bar, a live musical performance by the Ed Maly Band and dancing. The cost is $130 per person in advance and $140 at the door. There will be plenty of parking, so head on over.
Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church
6221 Main
www.palmer-u2charist.org
Enjoy the New Year with the music of rock band U2 for Jesus's Rockin' New Year's Eve. The party starts at 7 p.m.
Pesce
3029 Kirby, 713-522-4858
www.pescerestaurant.com
Reservations are recommended to ensure that you can join in for the four-course dinner, party favors, champagne toast, and a live band. The overall cost for this celebration is $130 per person.
Renaissance Houston Hotel Greenway Plaza
6 Greenway Plaza East, 713-629-1200
Keith & Margo's Murder Mystery Midnight Madness, the 18th annual Houston New Year's Eve celebration, will be held at the Renaissance Hotel from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. There will be an hors d'oeuvres reception, a gourmet dinner, one drink ticket per person and the traditional champagne toast at midnight. There'll be a cash bar, and outside alcohol is prohibited, as you try to figure out a comedic murder mystery surrounded by professional actors pretending to be suspects. A hilarious homicide detective will guide you through the process, and there'll be a DJ, team prizes, a balloon drop and party favors. Tickets are $129.50 per person. For a couple's guest room and breakfast, the price is an additional $130. Dress code goes from suit and tie and cocktail dress to tuxedo and evening gown.
Rich's
2401 San Jacinto, 713-759-9606
The 28th annual Glitter Ball celebrates the entrance of 2009 with a $2,009 balloon drop. A $30 presale ticket covers the champagne toast at midnight and the New Year's Eve party favors. Check the availability of the New Year's Eve party packages, including the one platinum, two gold, five silver and 12 bronze packages, each of which will supply private parties with everything they need (liquor, champagne, a room); it ranges from 40 people in the platinum party to six in the bronze party. Prices are, in order, $5,000, $2,000, $1,500 and $1,000. The party will be open until noon New Year's Day.
Rioja
11920 Westheimer, 281-531-5569
www.riojarestaurant.com
At Rioja, the New Year's Eve meal will include bottomless wine, champagne and sangria and a variety of tapas, a choice between sirloin steak and paella mixta. The dessert will be three cheesecakes. The cost is $125 per person. A full cash bar will be available.
Ristorante Cavour
1080 Uptown Park Blvd., 713-418-1012
Ristorante Cavour will feature two special menus for New Yearís Eve. There will be a five-course meal featuring big eye tuna, Maine lobster ravioli, black Sichuan pepper crusted buffalo tenderloin, dessert and more. The cost is $90 per person.
Ritz Cabaret
10520 Gulf Fwy., 713-944-6445
Join Desirous Party for the fifth annual F.L.F. (formal, lingerie, fetish) Ball running from 8 p.m. to midnight. Enjoy two dance floors, three raised dance stages, dance poles and cages, and DJ Red on the main stage. There will be discounted drink prices at five bar stations, a huge balloon drop from the second-level atrium at midnight, party favors and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Thereíll also be a midnight breakfast buffet for two.
Rocbar/Mosaic
530 Texas, 713-236-1100
www.rocbartx.com
Come on down for a party for the people.
Rudyard's Pub
2010 Waugh Dr., 713-521-0521
rudyards.s425.sureserver.com
Performers such as Tody Castillo will be playing on New Year's Eve.
San Luis Hotel Galveston
5222 Seawall Blvd., 409-744-1500
Celebrate New Year's Eve carnival-style at the San Luis Hotel Galveston, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., at a New Year's extravaganza complete with a four-course culinary feast in the elaborately decorated ballroom. Following dinner, guests will continue the celebration among the towering columns of feathers, orchids, hanging candles and generous libations. There will be dancing to the melodies of The Billie Ledbetter 22-Piece Orchestra, with favors, a champagne toast and a balloon drop at the stroke of midnight. Cost for the event is $170 per person. Enjoy the event plus overnight accommodations at the San Luis Hotel starting at only $469 per couple.
Shakespeare Pub
14129 Memorial Dr., 281-497-4625
Spend New Year's Eve at Houston's Home of the Blues and Zydeco for a performance by John McVey and The Stumble at 10 p.m. There will be no cover. Drink specials all night.
The Shamrock Inn
9161 S. Gessner, 713-777-5700
Toast the New Year at midnight at the Shamrock Inn to the live music of Dog Party. There will be a full menu until 11 p.m. No cover.
Sheraton Suites Galleria (Greenbriar Room)
2400 W. Loop S., 713-586-2444
The Sheraton will be the site of the "5 Minutes to Midnight — NYE Affair 2009" party, which features World Famous DJ "Def Jam Blaster." Starting at 8 p.m. and ending at 2 a.m., this party will have favors and noisemakers, drink specials all night, hors d'oeuvres and a buffet, and a champagne toast at midnight. Bottle service and table reservations are available for everyone 21 or older.
Sonoma Wine Bar and Cafe
2720 Richmond, 713-526-9463
Sonoma will be kicking off the New Year with a "New Year's Eve Wine Dinner," complete with a delicious three-course meal with special wine selections. The cost is $34.95 without wine pairing and $69.95 with wine, plus tax and gratuity. These prices include party favors. The regular menu will also be available on New Year's Eve. Please call for reservations; seating is limited.
South Beach
810 Pacific St, 713-529-7623
South Beach will be hosting the Masterbeat 2009 World Tour countdown, complete with DJ Roland Belmares of L.A. and a free CD for 100 lucky people. There'll be a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, with the doors opening at 9 p.m. and staying open until 5 a.m. For VIP admission, a $15 cover is required in advance.
Stafford Centre
10505 Cash Rd. (at Murphy Rd.)
The 2009 New Year's Rockin' Eve Bash with The Fab 5 will be held at the Stafford Centre. Churrascos is bringing in the dinner (there'll be plantains at every table as a warmup) with a midnight champagne toast.
Star Fleet Yachts (Kemah)
Star Fleet Marina, 280 Grove Rd., 281-334-4692
Star Fleet Yachts will be holding its 2008/2009 New Year's Eve Party Cruise. Ring in the New Year with dinner and dancing, complimentary beer, wine and champagne, and a large selection of gourmet snacks as the ship navigates Clear Lake and Galveston Bay. The cost is $99 per person ($126.46 with service charge and sales tax) for a three-hour cruise on Clear Lake and Galveston Bay. There will be a cash bar for cocktails and a DJ.
Sweet Temptation
1504 Airline Dr., 713-861-0300
www.letseat.at/sweettemptationrestaurant
For their New Year's Eve celebration, there will be a $55 four-course menu. Feel free to match up your wine to their menu, as the party is BYOB. Call to make your reservation.
Splendor Gentlemen's Club
7440 W. Greens Rd., 281-477-3000
This New Year's Eve, loosen yourself up by paying a visit to the largest gentlemen's club in Houston, named Best Strip Club by the Houston Press in 2007.
Table 7 Bistro
720 A Fannin, 713-227-4800
www.district7grill.com
A dinner package will be available for $60 per person. The room accommodations start at $79 at the Club Quarters Hotel.
The Tasting Room Midtown
114 Gray, 713-528-6402
www.TastingRoomWines.com
This New Year's Eve will be ushered in with half-price champagne by the glass, retail pricing on all bottles of bubbly, and the sounds of DJ Flash Gordon Parks as he gets you in the mood for 2009. The party starts at 9 p.m.
Tasting Room (Midtown)
114 Gray, 832-689-7760
Peace Uv Mine and Soular Renaissance present Straight No Chaser: The Leave It All Behind Edition. There will be a complimentary glass of champagne for the first 20 people. The party begins at 9 p.m., and there's no cover. Mature atmosphere.
Thai Spice Asian Bistro
13602 Bellaire, 281-988-9666
www.thaispice.com
Thai Spice will be starting up the party at 7:30 p.m. with live music and a champagne toast at midnight. The cost is $34.99 for two people.
Tony's
3755 Richmond, 713-622-6778
www.tonyshouston.com
Visit Tony's for a fabulous party and menu this New Year's Eve, not to mention the opportunity to dance with the Julie Johnson Band. There will be two seatings, one at 6 p.m. and the other at 9:15 p.m.
The Trophy Club
1050 W. Rankin Rd., 281-875-1050
For a $10 cover per couple, you can enjoy a midnight toast with a supply of free champagne, a prime rib buffet, and shot specials, all at The Trophy Club.
Union Bar
2708 Bagby, 281-874-1916
Celebrate New Year's at Houston's No. 1 party bar, where a cover is never required. Don't miss the $1,000 balloon drop at midnight.
Vargo's
2401 Fondren, 713-782-3888
www.vargosonline.com
Vargo's has a special menu for New Year's Eve consisting of a variety of appetizers, three salad choices, five entrées, including rack of lamb and snapper, and dessert. The full meal goes for $69.95. There will also be dancing, a live band, a champagne toast and party favors.
Warren's Inn
307 Travis, 713-247-9207
Warren's Inn is offering a cover-free night with a menu of black-eyed peas and jalapeño cornbread in honor of the occasion.
Willie G's Post Oak
1605 Post Oak Blvd., 713-840-7190
Celebrate the New Year with Willie G's award-winning seafood, steaks and sushi.
Zake Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Lounge
2946 S. Shepherd, 713-526-6888
www.zakesushilounge.com
Zake will be serving a tasting meal called omakase. Champagne will be provided, as well as a DJ and drink specials all night. The cost is $35 per person.
Zilkha Hall Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
800 Bagby St., 713-315-2525
Ars Lyrica's "Bachanalia 08-09" features Houston favorites Melissa Givens and Timothy Jones performing two Bach wedding cantatas and Baroque oboe virtuoso Kathryn Montoya performing a Bach concerto. Then ring in the New Year the old-fashioned way with champagne and delectable hors d'oeuvres at the gala reception and silent auction in the Hobby Center Founders Club. The show tickets are $45, $30 and $25; gala tickets are $45. The show starts at 9 p.m.
Zimms Wine Bar
4321 Montrose, 713-521-2002
DJ LBO will be spinning on New Year's Eve. There will be many surprises and gift giveaways on this special night, and Zimms will have complimentary champagne flowing throughout the evening.
