Atlanta Restaurants Toast to 2026 with Festive New Year's Menus and Events
As Atlanta prepares to count down the final moments of 2025, the city’s restaurants are setting the stage for unforgettable celebrations. Whether looking for an elegant prix fixe dinner, a lively late-night party or a classic New Year’s Day meal steeped in Southern tradition, guests will find no shortage of ways to welcome 2026. Here’s where to toast, taste and celebrate as the new year begins.
Multiple Locations
HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern marks the new year by pouring $20.26 bottles of Champagne at all locations on Dec. 31. Guests are encouraged to make reservations online to enjoy this festive value.
Alpharetta
Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar invites guests to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a four-course prix fixe menu from executive chef and Food Network “Chopped” champion Olivia Hurst. The dinner is $115 per person, plus tax and gratuity, with reservations available online.
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails will offer a New Year’s Eve prix fixe menu featuring appetizers such as lobster chowder and crispy oysters Bienville, entrées including grilled filet, duck confit pot pie and seared scallops and desserts like chocolate cake torte and crème brûlée cheesecake. The cost is $95 per person (plus tax and gratuity). On New Year’s Day, Milton’s serves brunch and dinner from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Make reservations via OpenTable.
Ocean & Acre celebrates New Year’s Eve with standard reservations and a featured surf and turf entrée of filet and butter-poached lobster tail for $48, along with a chocolate ganache dessert served with Champagne strawberries. The restaurant is also open for brunch and dinner on New Year’s Day from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
Brookhaven
The Ashford on Dresden invites guests to celebrate the new year and enjoy its approachable, chef-driven menu. The neighborhood favorite will be open for normal service, offering a relaxed yet elevated atmosphere perfect for ringing in the new year with family and friends over favorite dishes and drinks. Reservations can be made online.
Buckhead
Aria will bid farewell to 2025 with an elegant four-course prix fixe dinner featuring choices thoughtfully crafted by chef Joseph Harrison. Priced at $150 per person, the menu highlights signature Aria favorites as well as exclusive dishes created for the evening. Reservations are available via online.
Gypsy Kitchen will celebrate on New Year’s Eve from 4-11:30 p.m. with menu specials, a cava toast at midnight and a DJ from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Holiday features include lamb chops, seared scallops and duck breast, along with the festive Sangria Royale cocktail. The restaurant reopens at 4 p.m. on New Year’s Day. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
Johnny’s Hideaway celebrates from 6:30 p.m.-3 a.m. on Dec. 31 with party favors and special dinner features, including an eight-ounce filet or tuna steak served with baked potato and side salad, shrimp cocktail and red velvet cake. Entry tickets are $65 and do not include food. Tickets may be purchased at the bar or by calling 404-233-8026.
The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill offers standard New Year’s Eve reservations and a featured surf and turf entrée with filet and butter-poached lobster for $40, followed by a chocolate lava cake. Two holiday cocktails—Snow on the Beach and the Snowdrift Bushwacker—round out the celebration. On New Year’s Day, reservations are available from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Make reservations via OpenTable.
The Blind Elf—Atlanta’s seasonal pop-up—will be open on New Year’s Eve from 4-11 p.m. and on New Year’s Day from 12-7 p.m., offering festive cocktails and holiday cheer in a whimsical winter setting. Neighboring Chido & Padre’s welcomes guests on New Year’s Day with brunch and dinner service from 12- 7 p.m., offering vibrant Mexican flavors to kick off 2026. Reservations can be made online for both The Blind Elf and Chido & Padre’s.
The Southern Gentleman will serve its regular lunch menu on New Year’s Eve from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., followed by a three-course prix fixe dinner for $80 from 4-10 p.m., with starters ranging from fried green tomatoes to crab cakes and mains such as New York strip, Creole redfish and duck confit. On New Year’s Day, the restaurant offers brunch and dinner. Reservations can be made online.
Dunwoody
Vino Venue offers a festive and flavorful start to New Year’s Eve with Bubbles & Bites: A New Year’s Eve PreGame Party from 6-8 p.m. For $75, guests are invited to a celebratory walk-around tasting showcasing sparkling wines from around the world paired with elevated small bites. The experience includes foie gras crème brûlée, fried lobster bites with remoulade, duck confit, truffle fries, mini leek bread pudding, chicken liver pâté, smoked salmon mousse and a curated selection of soft cheeses and house-made spreads. Designed as an elegant, convivial pre-party, the event captures the joy of the season and the spirit of raising a glass before the ball drops. Purchase tickets online.
Glenwood Park
Gunshow invites guests to start their New Year’s Eve celebration early with regular dinner service before transitioning to its late-night event beginning at 10:30 p.m. The festive gathering features a raw bar with oysters, mussels and more, along with an array of creative bites including crab stuffed chicken wings, beef fat hashbrowns with caviar and mochi cakes with chicken liver mousse, plus additional savory and sweet snacks. Tickets are $75 per person plus tax and include all food offerings, party favors and a Champagne toast at midnight. A cash bar will also be available. Reservations and tickets can be secured via Resy.
Midtown
Mary Mac’s Tea Room opens at 10 a.m. on New Year’s Day, offering a comforting start to 2026 with traditional dishes such as collard greens and black-eyed peas—a Southern staple for good fortune in the year ahead. The eatery remains one of the city’s most beloved places to gather on Jan. 1.
Old Fourth Ward
Buena Vida Tapas Bar brings Ibiza to Atlanta with its New Year’s Eve celebration from 10 p.m.-1 a.m. The all-inclusive event features a curated tapas buffet, open bar with select cocktails, beer and wine, a live band and a midnight Champagne toast. Tickets range from $95 to $115, with limited availability. Learn more and make reservations online.
West Midtown & Upper Westside
Chichería Mexican Kitchen hosts Midnight in Mexico: A Jazz New Year’s Eve from 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Guests will enjoy live jazz, a welcome cocktail, unlimited chips and salsa, the traditional “12 Grapes at Midnight” ritual and a sparkling Champagne toast. Tickets begin at $19 (plus tax and fees), with table reservations available for parties of two to six. Free two-hour parking is offered in The Works ATL decks. Learn more and make reservations online.
Your 3rd Spot transforms into Disco Dreams: Studio 33 for an immersive New Year’s Eve celebration inspired by Studio 54. With 130+ games, live disco dancers, DJ Halftime, a 360° photo booth and a midnight balloon drop across 18-foot screens, the venue offers multiple reservation packages starting at $66 (30% discount for members until Dec. 8). All options include VIP entry, an Experience Pass, a drink ticket, validated parking and late-night bites. Guests must be 21+. Book an experience online.
Woodland Hills
Nàdair, known for its seasonal dishes and wood fired cooking, will be open on New Year’s Eve for guests looking to celebrate with a warm and inviting dining experience. Guided by ingredients sourced from local farmers, fishermen and ranchers, Nàdair offers a menu that highlights the bounty of the region while showcasing the depth and character of live-fire preparation paired with a thoughtfully curated wine list and craft cocktails. Reservations can be made via Resy.
Editor’s note: This article was posted on Dec. 11, 2025. Please be aware that pricing, hours of operation, availability of specials and menu items may change over time. For the most up-to-date information, please refer directly to the restaurants mentioned above.