It’s probably too late to get a New Year’s Eve reservation at one of NYC’s top restaurants, but many national chains are open, and some even have special food or drink deals, including for New Year’s Day.
We are including chains with no locations in New York City, because we have followers everywhere, and because New Yorkers travel, even in these difficult days of Omicron.
Be sure to call to verify hours and prices, or check their website, before you put on your party hat, because participation in these promotions may vary by location.
Time Square New Year’s Eve Entertainment Schedule
New Year’s Eve Events Not in Times Square
FREE Krispy Kreme Donuts Through Dec. 31
FREE Shake Shack Shackburgers Through Jan. 2
FREE Insomina Cookies Through Jan. 2
In alphabetical order, because that’s the only fair way:
Applebee’s:
Take advantage of the updated 2 for $22 deal: two entrees and a full-size appetizer for $22. Hours may be reduced, so call before you go.
- The largest Applebee’s in the USA is in Rockefeller Center.
Cheesecake Factory:
Most Cheesecake Factory locations will be open New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, and some locations will be offering a complimentary champagne toast. Call your nearest location to verify.
Chili’s:
Celebrate the end of 2021 with a $5 margarita of the month at Chili’s. Or come in on New Year’s Day for chips and salsa and wait for the unveiling of their January Drink of the Month.
Fleming’s:
Most locations are open and will offer a holiday menu, but reservations are required.
IHOP:
Get a taste of the holiday menu through Jan. 2. You may not even need to get a babysitter, since kids eat free from 4 to 10 p.m. in many locations — buy an adult entrée and get one kid entrée free. Or join their MYHOP membership program to kick your year off with free pancakes.
Outback Steakhouse:
Military members, veterans, medical personnel, first responders and AARP members can go into the new year with a little extra money in your pocket; the steakhouse chain lets you save 10% on your bill. (Click the links to read the fine print.) Most Outback locations are open New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Call to check hours.
Romano’s Macaroni Grill:
Most locations will be open both days. Join their e-club and get a $5 off coupon.
Red Lobster:
New Year’s Eve is also Fish Fry Friday. Enjoy hand-battered, wild-caught cod served with fries and coleslaw for just $11.99.
Ruth’s Chris:
Most will be open on New Year’s Eve 2021 and New Year’s Day 2022. They will have special holiday prix fixe dinners for dining in (make a reservation) or pickup (through Jan. 2).
Cheers! Let’s all hope for a happy, healthy and peaceful 2022.
This was published first on sister site Living on the Cheap and is used here with permission.
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