As 2020 finally winds down, it’s time to start thinking about how to ring in the New Year. Chicago restaurants and bars are here to help by putting together packages so that folks can celebrate safely at home. Enjoy fine dining feasts, bottles of bubbly, cocktails kits, and much more. Because everyone deserves to treat themselves for making it through this long and arduous year.
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As of October 30, Chicago restaurants can no longer serve customers indoors. Still, a number of Chicago restaurants have outdoor seating. The state now requires reservations for patio dining. The level of service offered is indicated on each map point. However, this should not be taken as an endorsement for dining in, as there are still safety concerns. For updated information on coronavirus cases in your area, please visit the city of Chicago’s COVID-19 dashboard. Studies indicate that there is a lower exposure risk when outdoors, but the level of risk involved with patio dining is contingent on restaurants following strict social distancing and other safety guidelines.
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Elizabeth
Chicago, IL 60625
Michelin-starred Elizabeth presents a swanky New Years menu ($100) that still captures chef Iliana Regan’s signature “new gatherer” style. It features delicacies like wild mushroom and black truffle tart (nile coriander pate brisee, charred allium sour cream, sturgeon caviar) and fermented honey roasted squab, and a golden champagne and white chocolate petite entremet (sea buckthorn curd, feuilletine crunch). Order online via Tock.
Larry's
Chicago, IL 60640
The cozy bar located in the lobby of the Lawrence House offers made-to-order canned cocktails, which are perfect for at-home festivities. In addition, a full menu of cocktails, wines, beers, and dealer’s choice concoctions are also available. Ordering can be done online.
Bayan Ko
Chicago, IL 60613
Filipino-Cuban restaurant Bayan Ko is partnering with Evanston bar Ward Eight to create the ultimate New Year’s Eve feast. For $65, the food package will include a cheese and charcuterie board, small bites like pork belly maki, lobster noodles, sweets, and midnight grapes for good luck. A variety of cocktail kits will be available as well. Orders are being accepted via Tock for pickup on December 30 at either establishment.
Fish Bar
Chicago, IL 60657
Lakeview’s seafood destination from DMK Restaurants has two choices for NYE: A half-pound shrimp boil with Andouille sausage, corn on the cob, and potatoes for $44, or two soups and two lobster rolls for $59. Cocktails can be added for an extra $15 while bottles of Pinot noir and chardonnay are $20.
Flat & Point
Chicago, IL 60647
Say hello to 2021 with smoked goods and beverages courtesy of Flat & Point. The New Year’s Eve a la carte menu features meat and cheese boards, brisket Wellington, a truffle ravioli kit, a mussels kit, caviar, three-packs of wine, and much more. Schedule on Tock for pickup on December 30-31.
The Bristol
Chicago, IL 60647
Turn back the clock and enjoy ‘50s-themed dishes on NYE. The Bristol’s seven-course menu, priced at $125 per person, will feature classics like tuna salad, chicken and dumplings, oysters Rockefeller, beef stroganoff, and pineapple upside-down cake. Hors d’oeuvres kits, Champagne kits, and cocktail kits are also available. Order via Tock for pickup or delivery on December 31.
Geja's Cafe
Chicago, IL 60614
Experience a fancy fondue feast at home thanks to this longtime Lincoln Park restaurant. Geja’s Cafe’s special menu will include a salad; Gruyere cheese fondue with dippers; broth fondue with meats, veggies, and dipping sauces; and dark Belgian chocolate fondue with dippers. Equipment will be provided and must be returned on January 1 between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. Prices vary; visit Tock for ordering info.
Le Bouchon
Chicago, IL 60647
Those who are ready to say farewell to 2020 in style can go all-out with French hotspot Le Bouchon’s decadent seven-course meal for two ($180). Chef Oliver Poilevey promises baked oysters with truffle butter, foie gras torchon, lobster pot pie, duck confit, opera cake, and much more for a memorable celebration. The meal comes parcooked with simple reheating instructions. Order online via Tock.
Boka
Chicago, IL 60614
Make the last meal of the year memorable with slow-roasted prime rib from Boka. It’ll be complemented by black truffle twice baked potatoes, salad, grilled mushrooms, roasted green beans, brioche roll, and dark chocolate and coffee opera cake. The NYE special feeds two for $190. Snacks, wines, and pastries can also be added. Order for pickup or delivery on Tock.
Alinea
Chicago, IL 60614
Treat family and friends to a five-course tasting menu from the acclaimed restaurant. The meal will require heating at home and is priced at $125 per person; two-person minimum and even party sizes only. Orders must be picked up between December 28-31 in either Lincoln Park, the North Shore, or the west suburbs.
Mott St
Chicago, IL 60622
Let Mott St prepare an Asian-inspired holiday feast consisting of braised short ribs, yuzu and ginger smashed potatoes, everything garlic noodles, butter lettuce salad, asparagus with umami ssam gribiche, and shrimp cocktail. The meal will come with reheating instructions and is priced at $75 per person. Order through Tock for pickup on December 31.
Bumbu Roux
Chicago, IL 60642
Bumbu Roux, the Indonesian/Creole restaurant, a survivor of Politan Row food hall’s closure in West Loop, is going traditional with the return of the rice table (rijsttafel). A Dutch-Indonesian tradition, this is a 12-course, progressive meal. Many attend, few understand. Meals come for two ($95), four ($180) and six ($260).
Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar
Chicago, IL 60622
Go all out and spend NYE enjoying caviar, oysters, foie gras and mushroom-stuffed Beef Wellington, Champagne, and more. The European-tinged caviar bar will offer an Entertainer package for four ($650) as well as a four-person dinner ($700). Also available are New Year’s Day brunch options. Pickup and delivery can be scheduled via Tock for December 30-31.
Arami
Chicago, IL 60622
One of Chicago’s most celebrated sushi restaurants has massive holiday offerings. There’s a sushi feast for four ($380), and a “grazing table” ($200) with karaage and gyoza. Arami has brought over Jared Bacheller, the pastry chef at sibling Entente, with bon bons like Bolivian chocolate ganache with smoked seat salt and soft caramel. Also, find sake cocktails and a highball bar set. Wrap this all together with a special Spotify holiday playlist.
Avli River North
Chicago, IL 60654
Avli River North’s to-go special will feature the choice of taverna-style lamb chops or astakomakaronatha, a traditional Greek lobster spaghetti, plus a bottle of Champagne or sparkling Greek wine for $45 per person. Orders are being taken on Tock.
Girl & the Goat Pop-Up New Year’s Dinner
Chicago, IL 60642
Top Chef and Iron Chef champion Stephanie Izard and the team from smash hit Girl & the Goat will host a NYE celebration at Galleria Marchetti’s outdoor tents in River West, featuring a multi-course menu and welcome toast ($165). Reservations for parties of two to six are available via Tock.
Eataly
Chicago, IL 60611
The Italian emporium is offering the ultimate at-home kit to welcome in 2021. Guests will receive meats and cheeses, antipasti, shrimp cocktail, pasta, rotolo delle feste (chocolate cake), bread, wines, and much more for $499. Extras like oysters and Bistecca alla Fiorentina can be added as well. Order on Tock for pickup on December 31.
Tanta
Chicago, IL 60654
Stay in pajamas while noshing on tuna tartare, Alaskan king crab legs, lobster pasta, and chocolate-coated strawberries. Tanta’s $140 package feeds two people and can be ordered on Tock.
Frontera Grill
Chicago, IL 60654
Decorated chef Rick Bayless wields the power of four of his restaurants combined on a NYE Movable Feast ($75 per person) that’ll take Chicagoans across the 2020 finish line. Offerings include a half-lobster paella from subterranean Bar Sótano, slow-cooked beef short rib in Oaxacan black mole from Frontera Grill, and more delights from Xoco and Topolobampo. Bayless will also live-stream a toast at 11 p.m. with staff. The menu is available to-go or for on-site dining in Frontera’s ventilated patio tent. Order online via Tock.
Gin & Juice
Chicago, IL 60654
Lettuce Entertain You has launched a new virtual cocktail bar from award-winning beverage director Kevin Beary and the team behind Three Dots and a Dash. The carryout and delivery-only concept sells individual and group cocktail kits that come with everything needed to make classics like a Negroni, margarita, Mai Tai, Painkiller, and Aperol Spritz. Place an order on Tock.
Vermilion
Chicago, IL 60610
Indo-Latin fusion restaurant Vermillion aims for inclusion with its duo of New Year menus ($140). The vegetarian selection includes South Indian andhra fried paneer, cauliflower Portuguese, and curry leaf peas upma; omnivores get a choice of lobster Portuguese or New York strip, plus South Indian andhra fried chicken, and more. Order online via Tock.
District Brew Yards
Chicago, IL 60622
Bring home a Lillie’s Q feast for four people, featuring a four-pound prime rib plus collard greens, black-eyed peas, and mac and cheese. The cost is $250 and pre-orders will be taken on District Brew Yards’ website.
Travelle at the Langham
Chicago, IL 60611
To help ring in the New Year, the Langham hotel’s restaurant will sell bottles of Champagne from its cellar as well as Bloody Mary kits, mimosa kits, a snow globe crystal punch, and more. Guests can complement the alcohol with chilled seafood, caviar packages, take-and-bake dishes, and holiday desserts. Order via Tock for pickup on December 30-31.
Boqueria
Chicago, IL 60607
Celebrate NYE the Spanish way with Boqueria’s starter kit for two people. The $125 spread includes meats and cheeses, bacon-wrapped dates, escalivada, chocolate cake, and party favors to help set the mood. The restaurant will also serve a tapas feast menu on its heated patio. Pre-order for pickup or delivery online.
Yūgen
Chicago, IL 60661
Chef Mari Katsumura will offer her interpretation of the cuisine traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day in Japan. Known as osechi ryori, the dishes are served in special boxes called jubako and range from lobster motoyaki with crispy potatoes and caviar to chocolate mochi cake. The meal is priced at $150 or $300 per person, with the option to add a sake trio pairing for an extra $200. Call 312-265-1008 or email admin@yugenchicago.com to place an order for pickup on December 30-31.
ROOH Chicago Restaurant & Bar
Chicago, IL 60661
West Loop’s modern Indian restaurant is offering non-vegetarian and vegetarian options. Duck haleem, a yam sheemi kebob, a stuffed chicken breast are among the options. Five percent of sales from holiday meals benefit Streetwise, a publication that helps the homeless.
The Darling
Chicago, IL 60607
The Darling is supplying everything Chicagoans need to have a good time at home on NYE. Its $100 package features five courses of food, choice of wine, party favors, and a board game. Prepay on Tock for pickup on December 30-31.
Sepia
Chicago, IL 60661
The Michelin-starred restaurant is offering a fine dining experience at home. The menu will feature courses like wild mushroom cannelloni, olive oil-poached halibut, Belgian ale-brased short ribs, and Champagne cake. The price is $170 for two people and $340 for four guests. Order via Tock for pickup on December 30 or 31.
El Che Steakhouse & Bar
Chicago, IL 60607
Chef John Manion’s Argentinean-influenced steakhouse is offering a meaty start to the new year. Guests can order a Chateaubriand dinner for four, which includes a five-pound tenderloin, seasoning, chimichurri, twice-baked potatoes, and creamed kale. Steak and eggs brunch kits and holiday libations are available as well. Order on Tock for pickup on December 30.
The Gage
Chicago, IL 60603
Bring the Michigan Avenue gastropub home with one of its to-go cocktail kits. The menu includes choices like guava gimlet, spicy margarita, and Irish Manhattan. Each order serves two and can be reserved on Tock.
HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen
Chicago, IL 60608
Chef Thai Dang promises to make New Year’s Day a delicious one with some of his signature dishes. Folks can brunch on caramelized fish sauce wings, papaya salad, chicken pho, seafood garlic noodles, and bottles of bubbles between January 1-3. Order via Tock for pickup or delivery.
QXY Dumplings
Chicago, IL 60616
Devour as many dumplings as the heart desires on NYE. This Chinatown favorite will serve its full menu of delights, so diners can savor soup dumplings filled with lamb, pork, beef, chicken, seafood, veggies, and more. Pre-order through Tock.
MCCB Chicago
Chicago, IL 60616
This modern Chinese spot is among Chinatown’s finest at tackling Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine. On NYE, guests can enjoy family-style dinners starring honey black pepper ribeye steak or honey black pepper chicken. A la carte items like dry chili chicken, shrimp fried rice, orange chicken, and Mongolian flank steak will also be available. Visit Tock to order.
Antique Taco
Chicago, IL 60609
The popular taqueria is selling a comprehensive package that contains 10 tacos, chips, guacamole, salsa, quart of rosemary margarita, Bang Bang Key lime pie, six-pack of 5 Rabbit beer, Heritage Bikes & Coffee beans, and NYE blowers. The cost is $150 and pickup is on December 31 at either the Wicker Park or Bridgeport location.
Virtue
Chicago, IL 60615
End the year on a high note with Virtue’s NYE $150 package for two. The feast will include choice of fried chicken or branzino, a host of sides, housemade chocolate cake, and a bottle of bubbles. Vegetarian lasagna ($28) and festive cocktails can also be added. Visit Virtue’s website to place an order for pickup or delivery on December 31.