The holidays are around the corner, and Miami's culinary scene is pulling out all the stops with exclusive Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve celebrations. From French decadence to Italian indulgence, here’s a curated list of the top dining experiences for an unforgettable holiday season.

Christmas Eve at Bouchon Bistro: French Elegance in Coral Gables

Celebrate Christmas Eve in timeless French style at Bouchon Bistro, Chef Thomas Keller’s award-winning restaurant located in Coral Gables’ historic La Palma building. Guests can enjoy a specially curated three-course Périgord Menu for $95 per person.

Highlights of the Menu:

• Starter: Pâté en Croûte – Pork and black winter truffle pâté with poached dried French prunes, Honeycrisp apple, and celery root rémoulade.
• Main Course: Poulet Farci Truffé sous la Peau – Poached chicken breast with black winter truffles, morel mushroom velouté, and rice pilaf.
• Dessert: Galette des Rois – A caramelized puff pastry with frangipane.

For those seeking flexibility, the à la carte menu will also be available.

Menu: HERE

Reservations: HERE

Location: 2101 Galiano St., Coral Gables, FL 33134

Christmas Dinner at Carbone Miami: Italian Classics with a Holiday Twist

Celebrate Christmas Day at Carbone Miami, the famed Italian-American restaurant known for its iconic dishes and luxurious atmosphere. The four-course prix-fixe menu is priced at $225 per person, available from 2 PM to 10 PM.

Signature Dishes Include:

• Caesar alla ZZ and Spicy Rigatoni Vodka.
• Mains like Prime Rib or Shrimp Fra Diavolo, served with Potatoes Louie and Garlic Spinach.
• Festive desserts such as Panettone Anglaise and Rice Pudding.

Menu: HERE

Reservations: HERE

Location: 49 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

New Year’s Eve at Carbone Miami: Two Exclusive Celebrations

Ring in 2025 with Carbone’s exclusive New Year’s Eve celebrations, offering two seatings with specially crafted four-course menus:

• First Seating (5:45 PM - 7:45 PM): $225 per person.
• Second Seating (8:30 PM - 10:45 PM): $395 per person.

Featured Dishes:

• Caesar alla ZZ, Spicy Rigatoni Vodka, and indulgent mains like Veal Parmesan or Dover Sole.
• Desserts include Chocolate Hazelnut Terrine and Lemon Cheesecake.

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Menus:  

• First Seating: HERE
• Second Seating: HERE

Reservations: HERE

‍Location: 49 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

New Year’s Eve at Dirty French Steakhouse: Glamorous and Bold

Dirty French Steakhouse invites you to celebrate in style with two elegant seatings:

• First Seating (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM): A three-course menu for $175 per person, featuring favorites like Tuna Tartare and Filet au Poivre.
• Second Seating (8:30 PM - 10:30 PM): An elevated four-course experience for $225 per person, with highlights like Grilled Oysters Bourguignon and Black Truffle Gnocchi Parisienne.

Menus:

• First Seating: HERE
• Second Seating: HERE

Reservations: HERE

Location: 1200 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131

New Year’s Eve at Chateau ZZ’s: A Mexican Culinary Celebration

At Chateau ZZ’s, experience a festive Mexican dining celebration in a historic Brickell manor. Two exclusive seatings are offered:

• First Seating (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM): Three courses for $225 per person, featuring Spicy Tuna Tostada and Ribeye al Pastor.
• Second Seating (8:30 PM - 10:30 PM): An elevated menu for $350 per person, with highlights like Lobster Garza and Wagyu Truffle Tostada.

Menus:

• First Seating: HERE
• Second Seating: HERE

Reservations: HERE

Location: 1500 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33129

New Year’s Eve at Contessa Miami: Old-World Italian Sophistication

Step into Northern Italian luxury at Contessa Miami in the Design District for an elegant four-course dining experience.

• Two Seatings: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM or 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM.
• Price: $175 per person.

Featured Dishes:

• Black Truffle Carpaccio, Spicy Lobster Rigatoni, Veal Milanese, and Nutella Fudge Cake.

Menu: HERE

Reservations: HERE

Location: 111 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137

New Year’s Eve at Abbalé Telavivian Kitchen Aventura: A Midnight in Tel Aviv

Celebrate a vibrant “Midnight in Tel Aviv” experience at Abbalé Telavivian Kitchen in Aventura. This festive evening includes live entertainment, welcome drinks, and a five-course Mediterranean prix-fixe menu for $165 per person.

Event Starts: 9:00 PM

Reservations: HERE

Location: 2956 NE 199th St, Aventura, FL 33180