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Dining Out for New Year's Eve
ATLANTA

Besides attending one of the world's Top 10 Hot Spots for New Year's Eve, what could be better than celebrating the end of the year with a memorable meal? Whether you're looking for a party scene full of revelers or a more romantic space to share a midnight Champagne toast with someone special, we've compiled a list of the best restaurants in Atlanta to ring in the New Year.

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Agave Southwestern
13/20
Dining Room at Agave, Atlanta, GA 242 Boulevard
Atlanta, GA 30312
404-588-0006 | Menu
A restored early twentieth century commercial building now evokes a Southwestern ambience. More...

Aja Pan-Asian
14/20
One Alliance Center
3500 Lenox Rd., Ste. 100
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-231-0001 | Menu
Pan-Asian dining theater from local restaurateur Tom Catherall. More...

Aria Contemporary
17/20
Dining Room at Aria, Atlanta, GA 490 E. Paces Ferry Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-233-7673 | Menu
A talented chef working with quality ingredients and a frisky wine list elevate the dining experience at this Buckhead restaurant. More...

Blu Greek Taverna Greek
13/20
26 Mill St. NE
Marietta, GA 30060
770-429-4096 | Menu
The culture and cuisine of Greece star at Blu Greek Taverna. More...

Canoe Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at Canoe, Atlanta, GA 4199 Paces Ferry Rd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30339
770-432-2663 | Menu
On the banks of the Chattahoochee River, Canoe takes full advantage of its lush environment. More...

Einstein's American
13/20
1077 Juniper St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-876-7925 | Menu
Craftsman-style bungalows given a modern look to this Midtown restaurant. More...

Empire State South Southern
14/20
999 Building
999 Peachtree St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-541-1105 | Menu
Empire State South brings Hugh Acheson's culinary influence to Atlanta from Athens. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
13/20
4501 Olde Perimeter Way
Atlanta, GA 30346
770-698-8112 | Menu
Fleming's is a steakhouse, but with plenty of vegetable sides and lots of seafood and chicken, every taste is satisfied. More...

Haven Restaurant & Bar Contemporary
14/20
Village Parkplace Brookhaven
1411 Dresden Dr. NE, Ste. 160
Atlanta, GA 30319
404-969-0700 | Menu
This evolving part of the metro Atlanta area hosts a hip, jazzy bistro and casual fine dining. More...

JCT. Kitchen & Bar Southern
14/20
Westside Urban Market
1198 Howell Mill Rd. NW, Ste. 18
Atlanta, GA 30318
404-355-2252 | Menu
This bright, light-filled space serves as a good foil for casual, Southern comfort fare. More...

Justin's Restaurant & Bar Caribbean
10/20
Dining Room at Justin 2200 Peachtree Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-603-5353 | Menu
The best bets are the simpler dishes at this establishment More...

Local Three Kitchen & Bar American
13/20
The Forum at the Piazza at Paces
3290 Northside Pkwy.
Atlanta, GA 30327
404-968-2700
Three restaurant-savvy locals find comfort in regionally produced ingredients and do them justice on the plate. More...

Market Eclectic
13/20
W Atlanta Buckhead
3377 Peachtree Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-523-3600 | Menu
Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s restaurant is a showcase for diverse cuisines. More...

Ocean Prime American
12/20
Dining Room at Ocean Prime, Atlanta, GA 3102 Piedmont Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-846-0505
Multitasking Ocean Prime is both a steakhouse and a seafood restaurant. More...

Paces 88 American Bistro American
No Rating
Dining Room at Paces 88 American Bistro, Atlanta, GA The St. Regis Atlanta
88 W. Paces Ferry Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-563-7910 | Menu
Elegant interior design and snappy professional service. More...

Park 75 Restaurant Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Park 75 Restaurant, Atlanta, GA Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta
75 14th St.
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-253-3840 | Menu
Elegant, tranquil surroundings are the perfect environment for elegant food deftly served, the standard at Park 75. More...

Sotto Sotto Italian
15/20
313 N. Highland Ave., NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
404-523-6678 | Menu
Riccardo Ullio rigorously adheres to the principles of authentic Italian cooking. More...

Spice Market Southeast Asian
13/20
Dining Room at Spice Market, Atlanta, GA W Atlanta - Midtown
188 14th St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30361
404-549-5450 | Menu
Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Spice Market skims the surface of Asian food. More...

Tantra Restaurant Eclectic
11/20
Peachtree Battle Condominium
2285 Peachtree Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-228-7963 | Menu
Tantra purports to take its culinary inspiration from the flavors of the Silk Road, reaching from China to Spain. More...

Woodfire Grill Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Woodfire Grill, Atlanta, GA 1782 Cheshire Bridge Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-347-9055 | Menu
Locally grown products shine in dishes that reflect a California approach to fresh fine dining. More...

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