Agenda: Year-End Edition

With so little time left, now is the perfect opportunity to plan out how you will be spending your final days of the year. Whether you're looking for a last-minute Christmas dinner reservation or a crazy New Year's Eve extravanganza, here are a few ideas to help you say goodbye to 2008 your way.

HANUKKAH EVENTS - Sunset, December 21st to Sunset, December 29th

LeNell's (416 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, 718.360.0838)
LeNell's Wine & Spirit Boutique is hosting daily Hanukkah Lights tastings through December 29th. Enjoy Kosher wine, cheese, and some other selections.

Toloache (51 West 50th Street, 212.581.1818)
Toloache is offering a Mexican Hanukkah menu from December 22nd through December 29th (Please note they are closed Christmas Day). Included on the menu are a Latke Trio, Tacos de Brisket, Pollo con Manzanas, and Mexican Sufganivot. Menu item prices range from $9 to $24.

CHRISTMAS EVE EVENTS - Wednesday, December 24th

Fleur de Sel (5 East 20th Street, 212.460.9100)
The restaurant will be offering a 3-course prix fixe menu for $85/person and a 5-course menu for $95/person.

Grand Central Oyster Bar (Grand Central Station, 212.490.6550)
The restaurant is hosting a traditional "Feast of the Seven Fishes" dinner. Dishes on their special menu include Pasta e Fagiole, an Italian Seafood Salad, Fried Sole, Grilled Marinated Sardines, Bacala, and more. The menu will be available all day and prices per item range from $6.95 to $29.95.

Gusto (60 Greenwich Avenue, 212.924.8000)
The restaurant is offering a feast of the seven fishes five course "La Vigilia" menu for $85/person. The regular a la carte menu will also be available.

Savoy (70 Prince Street, 212.219.8570)
Savoy will be open as usual and offering their a la carte menu. The evening's specials will include Jamon Iberico, squab, and venison. Reservations are strongly recommended for the evening.

CHRISTMAS EVENTS - Thursday, December 25th

Aldiwan (210 Avenue A, 212.375.1300)
The Lebanese restaurant will be open for Christmas dinner and offering a 3-course prix fixe menu for $35/person. The menu will include assorted Mezzes, a Chicken or Lamb entree, and Baklava for dessert. Dining will be available from 5:00 p.m. to midnight.

BLT Market
1430 Sixth Avenue, 212.521.6125) Christmas Day dinner will be offered from 1:00 p.m. until 8:45 p.m. 3-courses: $95/person.

Brasserie 8 1/2(9 West 57th Street, 212.829.0812)
The restaurant will be offering a 3-course prix fixe Christmas menu for $65/person. An optional cheese course will also be available for $15/person.

Cercle Rouge (241 West Broadway, 212.226.6252)
Cercle Rouge is offering a 3-course prix fixe menu including Shrimp and Roasted Eggplant Ravioli, Pepper Crusted Striped Bass, Roasted Organic Capon, and Buche de Noel. A la carte menu and children's dining options will also be available. 3-course menu: $45/person.

Jules Bistro (65 Saint Mark's Place, 212.477.5560)
Jules Bistro will be serving Christmas Day brunch from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A 3-course prix fixe dinner menu will be available from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and will include Lobster Bisque, Filet Mignon, Buche de Noel, and more. There will also be live music from 8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

NEW YEAR'S EVE EVENTS - Wednesday, December 31st

Annisa(13 Barrow Street, 212.741.6699)
Annisa will be offering two seatings for New Year's Eve. Special menu items include Japanese and Greek Caviar, Lobster Brioche Pudding, Roasted Pork Tenderloin, and Chestnuts with Brown Butter and Salted Butterscotch. The first seating will take place between 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and will offer a 4-course menu for $85/person. The second seating will take place from 9:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. and will offer a 6-course menu with a champagne toast at midnight for $115/person. 

Back Forty (190 Avenue B, 212.388.1990)
Back Forty will be offering their regular a la carte menu from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. At that time, no reservations will be accepted. Reservations will be accepted for 8:00 p.m. through closing, and a 3-course prix fixe menu will be offered. Included in the menu is a celebratory cocktail and items such as Fluke Crudo with Pomegranate, Porchetta with Brazilian Black Beans, and Flash Fried Red Maine Shrimp with Coconut-Lime Dipping Sauce. $60/person.

Bar Q (308-310 Bleecker Street, 212.206.7817)
Bar Q's menu is themed, "New Beginnings: Eggs and Seeds." The 4-course meal will include Fried Oysters, Poached Eggs, Braised Short ribs, and Cheesecake, plus a complimentary glass of sparkling sake. The regular menu will also be available as an option.

Barbetta (321 West 46th Street, 212.246.9171)
Barbetta will be celebrating New Year's Eve with a multi-course dinner and ballroom dancing beginning at 8:30 p.m. Live music will be provided by the Felix Swing Band. Black Tie and White Tie suggested. $175/person.

Centro Vinoteca (74 Seventh Avenue South, 212.367.7470)
Their prix fixe New Year's Eve menu will have seven courses including Sweet Breads with Lobster, Venison Loin, and Crispy Pork Belly. $85/person.

Cercle Rouge (241 West Broadway, 212.226.6252)
Cercle Rouge will be offering a 4-course prix fixe menu and live entertainment for $135/person. Seating will take place from 9:30 p.m. - midnight. Options include Goat Cheese Crostini, Twice Baked Crab Souffle, Roasted Rack of Lamb, Sauteed Sea Bass, Porcini Spatzle, and more. A la carte dining options will be available from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and a limited late night menu will be available from 1:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Counter (105 First Avenue, 212.982.5870)
The vegetarian bistro is offering a prix fixe menu for $50/person which includes Chicory with Pear, Grape & Daikon, Roasted Garlic & White Bean Soup, Gratin of Caramelized Winter Squash, and Warm Strawberry and Walnut Donuts.

Fishtail by David Burke (135 East 62nd Street, 212.754.1300)
The restaurant's 5-course prix fixe dinner will include Warm Kumamoto Oysters, Blue Fin Tuna Toro, Seared Dayboat Scallop, Braised Oxtail and Lobster "Surf and Turf" and "Club" Sandwich dessert. $110/person.

Fleur de Sel (5 East 20th Street, 212.460.9100)
Fleur de Sel will be offering two seatings with prix fixe menus. The first seating will include 4-courses for $85/person and take place between 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. The second seating will include 6-courses for $135/person and take place between 8:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Jules Bistro (65 Saint Mark's Place, 212.477.5560)
Jules Bistro is offering two seatings, each with 3-course prix fixe menus. The first seating will take place between 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and will cost $39.95/person. The second seating will offer live music by the Ethan Mann Quartett and will take place between 9:30 - midnight. Second seating: $69/person.   

The Mermaid Inn (LES: 96 Second Avenue, 212.674.5870; UWS: 568 Amsterdam Avenue, 212.799.7400)
Both locations are offering two seating options - one for early birds who may have other plans, and one for guests who want to ring in the new year at the restaurants. 6:30 p.m. Seating: 3-courses, $45/person; 9:00 p.m. Seating: 4-courses, $65/person. Menus: East Village, Upper West Side.

Pamplona(37 East 28th Street, 212.213.2328)
Pamplona will have three seating options available at 5:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m., and 10:00 p.m. They will be offering a 4-course Spanish inspired menu for $70/person. The menu also includes a glass of cava.

Savoy (70 Prince Street, 212.219.8570)
Downstairs: the restaurant will be offering their a la carte menu as well as a special 4-course prix fixe menu from 6:00 p.m. to close. The menu will include seasonal ingredients such as Alaskan King Crab Legs, Iberico Ham, and New York State Venison. Reservations for Downstairs are suggested. $85/person, $115/with wine.
Upstairs: the restaurant will also offer the 4-course prix fixe menu from 6:00 p.m. to close. The final seating of the night will have a special 6-course chef's menu. Reservations for Upstairs are required. 6-course menu: $115/person, $160/with wine.

Smith's(79 MacDougal Street, 212.260.0100)
Smith's regular menu will be available up until 8:30 p.m. After 8:30 p.m., they will be offering a four-course prix fixe dinner including Country Style Pate, Lobster Ravioli, and Grilled Long Island Duck Breast. $65/person.

Yerba Buena (23 Avenue A, 212.529.2919)
The Latin restaurant is offering a $150 prix fixe menu which includes a champagne toast at midnight and open bar. Enjoy dishes such as Ensalada de Langosta, Empanadas con Espinaca, and Pastel de Tres Quesos. The set menu will be available after 10:00 p.m. Prior to 10:00 p.m. a limited a la carte menu and specials will be offered.