It’s hard to believe 2015 is coming to close, but before you start making New Year’s resolutions be sure you’ve got your New Year’s Eve (NYE) plans in order. The Uptown neighborhoods have plenty to offer from live music to multi-course dinners to festive parties.
The Lafayette Hotel (2223 El Cajon Blvd., North Park) will host “Mystère
in the French Quarter” with three separate event areas. “The French Quarter” will greet you as you enter; the Louisiana Ballroom will become “The Bayou” with good ol’ fashioned rhythm and blues; and the main stage will offer danceable tunes in the “Voodoo Lounge.” Musical acts for the night include: the Stephen Rey Sextet, Miss Erika Davies, Mr. Tube and the Flying Objects, Trio Gadjo and many more. A three-course dinner will be offered from 6 – 9 p.m. Tickets start at $64.29, room packages start at $289 and include two tickets to the party. Visit lafayettehotelsd.com for tickets and more information.
Boasting stellar views, Mister A’s (2550 Fifth Ave., Bankers Hill) is offering two dining specials for NYE. The early menu from 5 – 7 p.m. will feature signature items to choose from including lobster bisque, pan-seared Maine scallops and Tahitian vanilla bean crème brulee. The second option will be offered from 7:15 p.m. until closing with a five-course prix fixe menu at $135 per person. Visit AsRestaurant.com for more information and to make reservations.
The New Year’s Eve celebration at West Coast Tavern (2895 University Ave., North Park) will feature cocktails, food and dancing with DJ Dom King. Table reservations are required starting at 9 p.m. and include Champagne toast and party favors. Visit WestCoastTavern.com for more information.
In Hillcrest, Martinis Above Fourth (3940 Fourth Ave.) will host a bash featuring Spencer Day and his four-piece band. The festivities include a five-course dinner, Champagne toast and — of course — the live entertainment. The evening starts with a no-host cocktail reception from 7 – 8 p.m.; dinner is from 8 – 10 p.m.; and Spencer Day and the band hit the stage at 10 p.m. $125 per person. Visit MartinisAboveFourth.com for more information.
Croce’s Park West (2760 Fifth Ave. #100, Bankers Hill) has three dining packages for their NYE Jazz Party. The early package ($50) from 5 – 6 p.m. includes a three-course meal, a la carte appetizer menu, two-hour seating and live music with Irving Flores. Reservations from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. ($65) will include a three-course meal, a la carte appetizer menu, party favors, two-hour seating and live music by Blue Largo. And the late night option from 9 p.m. until closing ($95) will include a three-course meal, a la carte appetizer menu, party favors, Champagne toast at midnight and live music by Blue Largo. Visit CrocesParkWest.com to check out the tasty dinner menu and purchase tickets.
In University Heights, Park and Rec (4612 Park Blvd.) is putting on “The Galactic Ball” with no cover before 10 p.m. and only $15 after. Entry includes a Champagne (or beer) toast at midnight. Entertainment will be provided by DJs The Big Lewinsky and Boogie Bubba. Visit ParkandRecSD.com for information.
For a fancy French dinner head over to Bleu Boheme (4090 Adams Ave.) in Kensington. Their three-course NYE meal includes options like a steak tartare appetizer and a sea scallops and gnocchi entrée. $69 per person from 5 – 10 p.m. Visit BleuBoheme.com to see the full menu and make reservations.
Hillcrest music venue The Merrow (1271 University Ave.) will feature festivities with a DJ and dancing. No cover for this one, plus drink specials including $7 for a beer and a shot and $15 for a bottle of Champagne. There will a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight as well. Visit TheMerrow.com for more.
If you’re looking for live music after dinner many Uptown venues will boast stellar lineups including Ziggy Shuffledust and The Spiders from Mars, with Electric Warrior and TV Eye at Casbah (2501 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy/Middletown) for $20 ($25 day of show). Visit CasbahMusic.com. Soda Bar (3615 El Cajon Blvd.) will present The Sess, Drug Wars, Keepers, Vyper Skwad and DJ Slump for $15 ($20 day of show). Visit SodaBarMusic.com. And Bar Pink (3829 30th St., North Park), The Office (3936 30th St., North Park) and Whistle Stop (2236 Fern St., South Park) will all feature DJs.
Just a quick cab ride away in Downtown San Diego are several more festive events and dining options. The Westgate (1055 Second Ave.) will host “The Westgate Casino Royale” with Bond-inspired cocktails, a five-course dinner, casino games, dancing and more. $219 per person. Visit WestgateHotel.com for more information.
Also Downtown, Andaz San Diego (600 F St.) will host two NYE party options. The rooftop ball invites guests to “dress to the nines” for this exclusive party limited to 500 guests. Partygoers will enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, Champagne toast at midnight and live music and DJs throughout the night. Their nightclub will host the second party with live DJs all night. Guests of the Andaz will have access to both parties and receive a bottle of bubbly in their room at arrival. Visit Rooftop600.com for more information.
These are just a smattering of all the happenings in Uptown and beyond. Share your plans in the comments below. And whatever you do to ring in the New Year, be safe! Have a happy New Year!
