Time flies, doesn’t it? It feels like 2024 just started, and now we’re already picking out party hats and making plans for New Year’s Eve in San Diego. Everyone has their own idea of the perfect way to celebrate. You may be interested in an all-night party, but others may prefer a cozy night with friends. As you may have guessed, my idea of a perfect New Year’s Eve includes great food.
what to do on new year's eve in san diego
If you’re in San Diego, you’ve got endless options for an unforgettable night. Some options include seeing fireworks, enjoying a fancy dinner, or dancing the night away. Not only does San Diego have it all, but so does my list of top ways to spend the evening. Get ready to ring in 2025 in style with these awesome San Diego spots!
Kettner exchange
Say farewell to 2024 in style at Kettner Exchange with a champagne tower, photo booth, live jazz, and DJs! Festivities will also include a 6-course tasting menu at $150 per person. Please note that only the New Year’s Eve menu will be offered on this day, a la carte dining will not be available in the main dining room. An optional curated wine pairing will be available at $60 per person. Kettner Exchange is also doing a limited lounge menu as well that night at the bar: filet o fish bao and tuna tartar with caviar for the amuse; black truffle risotto, grilled seabass, roasted beef tenderloin; Moroccan spiced duck breast and dessert is a play on the snickers bar.
La Valencia
Ring in the new year with an unforgettable four-course dinner curated by La Valencia’s Executive Chef Alex Pailles in the historic Mediterranean Room. Menu highlights include Poblano Bisque, Salmon Tartare and Caviar, Fillet Mignon, Chicken Roulade, and Midnight’s Kiss Raspberry Vanilla Cake; a children’s menu is also available. With seatings from 5 – 9 p.m., guests may make reservations for this luxurious welcome to 2025 via OpenTable.
31ThirtyOne
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in style with an unforgettable dining experience hosted by MICHELIN-Starred Chef Drew Deckman at his new restaurant, 31ThirtyOne in North Park. The evening kicks off with a delightful sample-and-sip aperitif hour, setting the stage for an exquisite seven-plus-course dinner with optional Champenoise-style wine pairings. Highlights include Spiny Lobster Forest Mushroom Agnolotti, Abalone Saffron Consommé, Flannery Dry Aged New York with Black Perigord Truffle, Duck Liver Torchon, and 2more. This exclusive 21+ event begins at 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tickets are priced at $300 per person.
gLASS bOX
Start the new year with a celebration of flavors at Glass Box. They have an exclusive 4-course menu, especially for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day – $85/pp. Start with a Japanese winter salad or shitake mushroom soup. Then a choice of Sashimi tasting. Then choose Grilled Chilean Sea Bass, A5 Wagyu Ribeye Steak, or Grilled Maitake Mushrooms. And a chef’s choice dessert to follow.
CUCINA Urbana and CUCINA Enoteca
Gather your loved ones and pop the bubbly because Urban Kitchen Group’s beloved CUCINA collective is toasting to the New Year in the most delicious way possible. The iconic California-Italian inspired coastal kitchen and wine shops, CUCINA Urbana (Bankers Hill) and CUCINA Enoteca (Del Mar), are set to dazzle with four-course prix-fix feasts priced at $85 per person, complete with additional à la carte menus.
Westfield UTC
Westfield UTC, an outdoor resort-inspired shopping destination, will be offering several dining options on New Year’s Eve. Eureka! will be offering an extended Happy Hour on New Year’s Eve (4 pm-close) plus half-priced house bubbly all day long.
Javier’s offers a refined take on traditional Mexican cuisine, blending rich heritage with a vibrant, inviting atmosphere will be serving their regular menu and will be taking reservations on OpenTable.
Cori Trattoria
Ring in the New Year at North Park’s charming Cori Trattoria, where Executive Chef Accursio Lota is setting the stage for an unforgettable evening inspired by the glamor of the Roaring ’20s. Choose from two decadent dining experiences: a 4-course menu ($89) that combines timeless Sicilian flavors with a modern twist, featuring an amuse-bouche, your choice of appetizer and main course, and dessert (vegan options available). Or elevate your night with Cori’s first-ever 6-course Grand Tasting Menu ($118), a chef-driven journey featuring rare foraged ingredients and hyper-local flavors, from amuse-bouche to dual main courses and a show-stopping dessert. Toast the evening with expertly paired wines handpicked by Sommelier Federico Cavaller, blending vintage Italian treasures and classic Sicilian pours.
Bahia Resort Hotel
Dockside 1953 – This New Year’s Eve, celebrate on Mission Bay! The chefs at Dockside 1953 are cooking up an impressive four-course dinner to delight the senses. Mouthwatering entrée options include grilled angus beef tenderloin, seared local halibut, and lemon potato risotto. With stunning waterfront views and live music, there’s no better place to welcome a joyful New Year. Four-Course Dinner | $95 Per Person.
Marisi
Toast to 2024 under the moody lights of Marisi with an elegant four-course dinner. Crafted by Executive Chef Cameron Ingle, the curated prix fixe menu highlights refined Italian flavors – including Frutti Di Mare, Lobster Fra Diavolo, and New York Strip – finished with decadent dessert options like Baked Alaska, all paired with a celebratory glass of champagne. Reservations can be made via OpenTable at $135 per person. Ticket price does not include tax and gratuity.
CELLAR HAND
mister A's
For a fine-dining experience this New Year’s Eve, look no further than Mister A’s New Year’s Eve prix fixe menu. Complete with five courses developed by Executive Chef Stephane Voitzwinkler and Pastry Chef Amy Simpson, there’s no better way to celebrate the end of 2024 than with stellar bites. Menu highlights include: Siberian Sturgeon Caviar Toast – traditional accompaniments; A5 Wagyu Bites – potato croustillant, charred asparagus gremolata; House Made Ricotta Agnolotti – koginut squash, maple, sage brown butter, delicata crisp; Butter Poached Maine Lobster – lobster cognac cream, crispy polenta, endive, cauliflower; Whipped Brie Brûlée – truffle, honeycomb, herbs, seeded cracker & focaccia meyer lemon meringue cheesecake. Reservations can be made via OpenTable for 2 seatings for New Year’s Eve.
Crudo Cevicheria & Oyster Bar
Crudo Cevicheria & Oyster Bar has a special set New Year’s Eve menu, or guests may choose from the regular menu.
VISTAL
Ring in the new year with a delicious meal at Vistal, the beautiful bar and restaurant offering breathtaking views of the San Diego Bay at the InterContinental San Diego. This year, Vistal is offering a savory four-course meal priced at $139 per person, with an optional wine pairing available for $55. Begin the night with an Amuse Bouche featuring Kumamoto oyster, creme fraiche mignonette, and ossetra caviar. Dive into the first course with a choice of the Kabocha Squash Soup or Apple Salad. Savor the second course with a choice of the Spiny Lobster Ravioli or Wagyu Steak Tartar. Indulge in the third course with a choice of the Snake River Farms New York Strip, Local Miso Black Cod,or Maple Lead Duck Breast. Save room for dessert and treat yourself to Espresso Chocolate Truffle Torte or Vanilla Cake Snowflake.
RUSTIC ROOT
Two floors, one epic party! On the main floor, Rustic Root will be serving up some celebratory specials including Koji Aged New York made with potato pave, black truffle, pinot noir, and parmesan butter; Ginger Butter Main Lobster Tail made with beemster gouda polenta, white asparagus, and tangerine butter; Warm Bittersweet Chocolate Cake made with valrhona chocolate and pistachio gelato; and more along with their regular dinner menu. Reservations for dinner are available from 6pm-11:15pm and can be made online. The rooftop party will begin at 8pm, and guests can purchase “Skip the Line” tickets to fast-track their way inside, or reserve a VIP table. Rooftop table reservations are available for groups of 4-15 people and can be made online.
lumi
Say goodbye to 2024 with two incredible ways to celebrate! Lumi will be offering some celebratory features including a Crab & Avocado made with spicy red crab, sliced avocado, toasted sesame seeds, tobiko, yuzu aji miso; Toro Negi & Uni made with local tuna, Santa Barbara sea urchin, freshly grated wasabi, Masago Arare; and Wagyu & Caviar made with robata grilled wagyu, teriyaki glaze, Siberian Caviar, and 24k gold flakes; along with the full dinner menu, bottle service, cocktails, and champagne menus. Dinner reservations along with premier tables are available from 5pm-8pm and can be reserved online. Then, ring in the new year on the heated rooftop beginning at 10pm with “Skip the Line” tickets available along with VIP tables for groups of 4-15 people.
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
The Lion's Share
Celebrate the spoils of 2024 at The Lion’s Share’s New Year’s Eve celebration! The downtown dining institution will be serving a plethora of off-the-menu appetizers and entrees crafted by Executive Chef Dante Romero (formerly of Wormwood) highlighting exotic game and cuts of meat alongside a midnight prosecco toast. Reservations are available via The Lion’s Share website and are highly recommended for this fan-favorite evening event.
Lou Lou’s Jungle Room
Ring in the new year with a night of dinner, drinks, dancing and more with the New Year’s Eve Supperclub & Variety Show at Lou Lou’s Jungle Room at The Lafayette Hotel & Club. Spend an unforgettable evening enjoying the variety show on the famous clamshell stage featuring a spectacular mix of music from the San Diego Jazz Orchestra 18-piece band, magic from Derek Ostovani, and comedy hosted by Jeremiah Watkins. In addition to world-class entertainment, Lou Lou’s supper club promises a decadent three-course preset meal by Chef Ted Smith with options such as Steak Tartare, Hamachi Crudo, Wagyu NY Strip Steak, Local Seabass, and more. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and dinner starts at 8 pm. Tickets can be purchased online here on December 6th at 12pm. A fun way to spend New Year’s Eve in San Diego.
Juniper and Ivy
Kick New Year’s Eve celebrations up a notch at Juniper and Ivy‘s special New Year’s Eve four-course pre-fixe dinner, priced at $225 per person. Enjoy a memorable evening featuring a live DJ to raise spirits and a champagne toast to raise your glass as the clock strikes midnight, ushering in 2025 with style and an exquisite dinner. First course offerings include An Oyster in Black Tie, or Coronado Tuna Crudo. Then, savor dishes like Raviolo Carbonara or Squash Blossom. Followed by exceptional third-course options, guests can indulge in dishes such as Winter Squash Risotto or Snake River Farms Duo. End with Winter Citrus Pavlova, Ferrero Rocher or assorted mignardis for the table. Guests can enjoy a superb wine pairing for additional purchase. Ring in the New Year with unforgettable flavors, great company, and exciting celebration at Juniper and Ivy.
HUNTRESS
Toast to the New Year with an elevated dining experience at Huntress. In addition to the regular menu, enjoy chef specials including King Crab Brown Butter Risotto made with carnaroli rice, lemon brown butter, crème fraîche, and fresh herbs; Caviar Donuts made with siberian caviar, brioche donuts, confit egg yolk, and chives; and more luxurious offerings crafted by the culinary team. Reservations are available from 5pm-11:15pm.
Jeune et Jolie
This New Year’s Eve, Michelin starred North County gem Jeune et Jolie will offer a celebratory dining experience to toast the end of one year and the beginning of the next. This special 5-course menu from Chef Eric Bost and team is offered for $271.54 per guest, including tax and gratuity. Menu highlights include: Plateau de Fruits de Mer – oyster. prawn. bay scallop. mussel; Croque Monsieur – black truffle. iberico ham. brioche. béchamel; Porc – Klingeman farms pork, quince, endive, colatura caramel; Agneau – Anderson Ranch lamb. mushroom. black garlic. pearl onion; Pomme – apple. ginger. molasses. pepita. Beverages and any supplemental courses not included in ticket price. No-shows and cancellations within 72 hours of reservation not eligible for refunds.
beeside balcony
The Del Mar and La Jolla locations of Beeside Balcony will be open for New Year’s Eve in San Diego.
Quixote
Watch the year’s final flame flicker in the romantic, dimly lit dining room of Quixote at The Lafayette Hotel & Club. The restaurant’s New Years Eve offerings will include an exclusive 6-course dinner from Chef José Cepeda for $145 per person Guests can reserve a spot via OpenTable.
pony Boy
Spend this New Year’s Eve celebrating seafood to the tune of a good ole’ fashioned tiki crab boil at Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel. Celebrity guest and local legend fishmonger Tommy Gomes will be in attendance, sharing his expertise about the intersections of sustainability and seafood. Guests can look forward to their very own crab boil plate – complete with 2 local rock crabs, potatoes, corn, sausage, old bay seasoned crackers, macaroni salad, and dinner rolls – with one glass of bubbly or zero proof cider included in their $55 ticket. To pair alongside the crab boil dinner, sip on hand crafted cocktails from Ian Ward and the Ponyboy bar team’s tiki cocktail menu, specially made just for this evening. Reservations will be available from 1 – 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve; guests may purchase their tickets for New Year’s Eve in San Diego via Eventbrite.
TAHONA
End the year with a festive Mexican celebration filled with delicious flavors, authentic mezcal, and lively entertainment. The 4-course meal is $75/pp. 1st course: Smoked Tuna Chile relleno. 2nd course: Lobster Memela “gobernador style”. 3rd course: Beef cheek in Mole Chichilo w/ creamy sweet potato. Dessert: Churro buñuelos “puffs”with mascarpone and passion fruit. (Non-meat & vegetarian options available).
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Ring in the New Year in quintessential North County San Diego at Rancho Bernardo Inn. The Inn’s signature dining destination, AVANT, will be serving a special five-course seasonal menu curated by Chef de Cuisine on Dec. 31 from 5-9 p.m. for $179 per adult and $85 per child. Indulge in a perfectly curated seafood platter, raviolo with winter truffles, king salmon with lion’s mane mushrooms, a wagyu striploin and a delectable dessert to cap off the night. After dinner, let the countdown begin with a New Year’s Eve soirée from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Aragon Ballroom, featuring delicious appetizers, an array of tray-passed hors d’oeuvres, an all-inclusive full bar, live music from Daniel & The Outlaws, and festive decorations with a midnight balloon drop for $199 per person.
swing Social
Swing into 2025 with an unforgetting evening at Swing Social. In addition to a DJ from 8pm-2am, enjoy $5 select shots and lagers all night, along with a midnight toast shot during the countdown. VIP Simulator Rentals are available starting at 10pm for $250, and include a bottle of your choice (Tito’s, Elijah Craig, Patrón, or Bacardí) and room for up to 15 people. Plus, enjoy no cover before 10pm with an online RSVP. Reservations can be made online. Perfect for New Year’s Eve in San Diego.
wormwood
Wormwood has a multi-course tasting dinner experience that’s sure to delight your senses. Their culinary team has crafted a special menu for the occasion, paired with optional wine tasting, to make it a night to remember. $125 per person includes a Champagne Toast with wine pairing available. Seatings available from 5:30 pm to 10 pm
ROMA NORTE
End the year on a high note at San Diego’s chic new technique-driven cocktail bar, Roma Norte. They are throwing an unforgettable NYE party, with just the right amount of indulgence. Tickets start at $125, and include (3) complimentary cocktails, (2) tacos, (1) ice luge shot, and a champagne toast at midnight. Upgrade your experience with a tin of caviar, creme fraiche, and potato chips or a bottle of bubbly waiting at your table. Doors for New Year’s Eve in San Diego open at 9 pm.
New Years Eve Parties in San Diego
If you are looking for a New Yeart’s Eve party, there is no shortage this year.
Wild Horses festival
Featuring Post Malone is at petco Park.
Hard rock hotel
The annual NYE party requires tickets $54+
proper NYE/NYD
a two-day festival this New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in San Diego. Headlining the multi-stage event is Eric Prydz.
Roaring 2025
New Years Eve 2025 celebration with drinks, DJ, and good vibes – hosted at Andaz San Diego’s iconic club space in Gaslamp Quarter.
