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Have you sorted your New Year’s Eve plans yet? We’ve rounded up our pick of what’s happening across the city on 31st December.
New Year’s Eve is always a night that comes with great expectation, especially if you’re leaving the kids at home to have a cheeky night out on the town. Not up for partying until midnight these days? There are plenty of early sittings, or you could opt for a celebratory New Year’s Day Brunch instead! So to save you having to dig around to find out what’s on, we’ve done the hard work for you.
New Year’s Eve Parties
New Year’s Eve Dining
New Year’s Day Brunch
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New Year’s Eve Parties
Ozone
There’s nowhere quite like the city’s highest bar to welcome in the New Year! Start the night off with the “Ooh La La” New Year’s Eve Evening Brunch from 6pm to 9pm (with or without the kids) and then kick on from 10pm at the Moulin Rouge themed party. You can expect an eclectic cast of artists performing stunning vocals, along with a DJ pumping the tunes.
How much: Evening Brunch, 6pm to 9pm, $1,388 per person with free-flow Veuve Clicquot, $1,988 per person with free-flow Dom Pérignon, $2,368 per person with free-flow Dom Pérignon Rose, $590 per child (aged 3 to 12) with free-flow orange juice, soft drinks and mocktails, $990 per person with free-flow orange juice, soft drinks and mocktails; New Year’s Eve Party, 10pm until late, $890 per person (includes a glass of Dom Pérignon Champagne).
Ozone, 118/F, Ritz Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2263 2270, www.ritzcarlton.com
Popinjays
Party your way into 2020 at the New Year’s Eve Shake Your Tail Feathers Countdown Party at Popinjays. There’ll be a line-up of live DJs to get the party started on the rooftop terrace and you’ll also get to sample the brand new expertly-crafted cocktail list that will be available in the new year.
How much: Entry only (includes a house pour drink at midnight) $488, General ticket (includes free-flow house pours from 9:30pm to 3am, with Champagne from 11:30pm to 12:30am) $1,488, (or $1,288 if you catch the early-bird price until Sunday, 15 December).
Popinjays, The Murray, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong, 3141 8888, themurray@niccolohotels.com, www.niccolohotels.com
Hello Hong Kong NYE Fireworks Cruise
Take to the water and enjoy the fireworks from onboard an exclusive 63ft junk boat! With a maximum of 40 people, you’re assured of personal service and one of the best vantage points for your countdown party. The cruise departs Causeway Bay at 9pm (returning at 1am) and promises great music, great food and a great way to say goodbye to 2019!
How much: $1,995 per person (includes full buffet dinner and free-flow Prosecco, red and white wine, beer, vodka, gin and soft drinks).
Hello Hong Kong, bookings@hellohongkong.com.hk, www.hellohongkong.com.hk
La Rambla by Catalunya
It’s a “Red Carpet Affair” at La Rambla by Catalunya, so come dressed in your Hollywood best! Join for the set New Year’s Eve dinner from 6:30pm, to enjoy a feast of Spanish favourites and then continue the party on the terrace. If you just want the celebratory atmosphere, there are party-only tickets available as well.
How much: Set dinner (sittings at 6:30pm and 9pm) $1,600 per person (includes entry to terrace party afterwards); Hollywood Red Carpet Affair party (9pm to midnight) $650 (early bird), $750 (regular and at-the-door price, which includes a three-hour free-flow package and two food tickets).
La Rambla by Catalunya, 3071-73, 3/F, ifc mall, Central, Hong Kong, 2661 1161, www.larambla.hk
ICHU Terraza
Celebrate in South American style at the Inca Empire New Year’s Eve Party at the jungle-themed ICHU Terraza. Special guest DJ Jose Marquez will be on the decks, along with resident DJ Hallex M. You might be in the heart of Central, but on the terrace, you’ll feel world’s away!
How much: $650 online, $850 at the door (includes free-flow from 10pm to 12:30am and late-night canapes). Tickets available through Eventbrite.
ICHU Terraza, 3/F, H Queen’s, 80 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 2477 7717, info@ichu.com.hk, www.ichu.com.hk/terraza
Aqua Spirit
Take in the view from the top of One Peking and celebrate 2020 in style at the glamorous Black & Gold New Year’s Eve party at Aqua’s Spirit Bar. Sip Champagne and dance the night away to tunes spun by its resident DJ.
How much: $350 per person for entry and a glass of Champagne; VIP Table, $4,000 for two people, $8,000 for four people (including a bottle of Champagne); Regular Table, $3,000 for two people, $6,000 for four people (including a bottle of Champagne), $9,000 for 6 people (including two bottles of Champagne).
Aqua Spirit, 29-30/F, One Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3427 2288, www.aqua.com.hk
Wooloomooloo Steakhouse, Wan Chai
Sit down to a fantastic meal at the Wooloomooloo Steakhouse before heading up to its rooftop New Year’s Eve party! The stunning views span across Victoria Harbour, Wan Chai and Happy Valley, ensuring you have prime position to ring in 2020.
How much: $1,880 per person.
Wooloomooloo Steakhouse, 31/F & Rooftop, The Hennessy, 256 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, 2893 6960, www.woo-steakhouse.com
CÉ LA VI
Welcome in the new decade at CÉ LA VI where it’s “Out With The Old, In With The New.” Reach for the stars on the Sky Deck from 10pm and savour those fabulous skyline views. If you’d prefer to keep it indoors, stay downstairs for the Club Experience and enjoy free-flow drinks from 9:30pm! With a dizzying array of entertainment, you’ll be guaranteed a night to remember. It may be your last chance to enjoy a New Year’s celebration at CÉ LA VI, with the venue said to be closing in January!
How much: The Club Experience, $550 (includes free-flow prosecco, spirits, wine, beer and mixers until 12:30am); The Sky Deck Experience, $1,188 (includes one glass of Veuve Clicquot or premium house pour). Tickets available through Eventbrite.
CÉ LA VI, 25-28/F, California Tower, 30-32 D’Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3700 2300, www.celavi.com
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New Year’s Eve Dining
Café Gray Deluxe
If a spectacular harbour view accompanied by an excellent meal is on the cards for your New Year’s Eve, look no further than Café Gray Deluxe at the luxurious Upper House. Feast on an indulgent four or six-course menu while enjoying prime position overlooking the city.
How much: Four-course menu, $1,650 per person (6pm to 8:30pm); six-course menu, $2,950 per person (8:30pm until late).
Café Gray Deluxe, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, 2918 1838, festive@cafegrayhk.com, www.upperhouse.com
ZEST by Konishi
For a beautiful city view and a fine-dining French/Japanese fusion degustation menu, ZEST by Konishi is the place to go. The New Year’s Eve menu is an epic nine courses (that should surely get you through to midnight!) and can be matched with equally superb wines.
How much: Nine-course degustation menu, $2,180 per person; add-on five-glass wine pairing, $850 per person.
ZEST by Konishi, 28 & 29/F, 18 On Lan Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2715 0878, www.zestbykonishihk.com
Chaiwala
See out 2019 in style at Chaiwala! This quirky Indian restaurant’s New Year’s Eve spread is designed to be shared and is sure to keep you in a lively mood.
How much: Bookings from 6pm to 7:30pm, $680 per person; bookings from 8:30pm onwards, $850 per person; add on free-flow until countdown, $398.
Chaiwala, Basement, No. 43-55, Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2362 8988, www.chaiwala.hk
Wooloomooloo Prime, Tsim Sha Tsui
Treat yourself to the New Year’s Eve set dinner at Wooloomooloo Prime in Tsim Sha Tsui. Be welcomed with a Champagne reception with canapés from 7pm to 8.30pm, before sitting down to a five-course meal.
How much: $2,019 per person.
Wooloomooloo Prime, 21/F, The ONE , 100 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2870 0087, www.woo-prime.com
Pirata
For a lively New Year’s Eve gathering with good company and even better food, head to Pirata. The entire five-course menu is designed for sharing and features classic favourites like an antipasto platter, pasta dishes and a butcher’s-cut flank steak.
How much: Bookings from 6pm to 7:30pm, $680 per person; bookings from 8:30pm onwards, $850 per person; add on free-flow until countdown, $398.
Pirata, 30/F, 239 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2887 0270, www.pirata.hk
New Year’s Day Brunch
Tosca di Angelo
Start 2020 in a civilised fashion in the elegant, one Michelin-starred Tosca di Angelo dining room. Watch talented Chef, Angelo Aglianó, prepare your feast in the open kitchen (if you can tear yourself away from the stunning Hong Kong vista).
How much: $938 per person with free-flow Veuve Clicquot, $1,388 per person with Ruinart Blanc de Blancs/ Rosé Champagne, $2,688 per person with free-flow Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne 2008, $4,988 per person with free-flow Louis Roederer Cristal Rosé Champagne 2008, $398 per child (aged 3 to 12) with free-flow orange juice and soft drinks, $838 per person with free-flow orange juice and soft drinks.
Tosca Di Angelo, 102/F, Ritz Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2263 2270, www.ritzcarlton.com
Duck & Waffle
Make your start to 2020 one to remember with brunch at Duck & Waffle. Serving up an eclectic feast, the menu includes signatures such as Corn “Ribs” and the succulent grilled 18–hour pork belly. Those with a sweet tooth can dig into The Full Elvis, which is served and topped with all the trimmings including PBJ, caramelised banana and Chantilly cream. YUM!
How much: $450 per person.
Duck & Waffle, Shop 1081, Podium Level 1, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2267 6338, reservations@duckandwaffle.com.hk, www.duckandwaffle.com.hk
SOMM
If you didn’t get enough of the sparkling stuff on New Year’s Eve, rest assured the Bubbly Breakfast at SOMM is sure to get the New Year going in good spirit! The festive set breakfast includes your favourite sweet and savoury breakfast items, accompanied by free-flow Champagne La Gras: Blanc de Blanc.
How much: $448 per person, available from 7:30am to 11:30am.
SOMM, The Landmark, 15 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2132 0055, lmhkg-restaurants@mohg.com, www.mandarinoriental.com
Madame Fù
Celebrate 2020 with the brand new free-flow brunch offering at Madame Fù in Tai Kwun. Enjoy unlimited dim sum, Beijing duck and canapés, followed by a selection of main courses and top it all off with an ice-cream sundae!
How much: Non-alcoholic package, $550; Standard package, $750 (includes Piper-Heidsieck Brut Champagne, red and white wine, Bellini and Aperol Spritz); Deluxe package, $980 (includes Moet & Chandon Brut Champagne, Four Fox Sake, Tsingtao/Asahi beers, premium red and white wines and cocktails); Premium package, $1,600 (includes Ruinart Blanc de Blanc, Four Fox Sake, premium beers, wines and cocktails). Available in two-hour sittings from 12pm to 6pm.
Madame Fù, 3/F, Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2114 2118, reservations@madamefu.com.hk, www.madamefu.com.hk
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