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Best New Year’s Eve Dining And Party Destinations Across India For 2025–26

Best New Year’s Eve Dining And Party Destinations Across India For 2025–26
As the countdown to New Year's Eve begins, cities across India are setting the stage for their most anticipated dining moments of the year. From indulgent festive menus and thoughtfully curated culinary experiences to lively celebrations that carry you into midnight, these restaurants promise memorable meals, spirited atmospheres, and the perfect setting to toast to new beginnings. Here's a curated guide to some of the country's best dining stops for New Year's Eve, ideal for those looking to end the year on a deliciously high note.
Fireback, Goa rings in the New Year with a two-day, festival-style celebration that pairs bold Thai flavours with a lively, all-day dining experience. The daytime mood is relaxed and family-friendly, featuring live singer performances and a dedicated kids' corner, before the space transitions into high-energy party mode in the evening with DJ-led sets and select LED dancer performances. With vibrant programming, a flavour-forward menu, and a seamless shift from laid-back lunches to late-night celebrations, Fireback earns its place among the best dining spots in Goa for New Year's Eve.
Date: 31 December 2025
Time: Daytime onwards
Location: Fireback, Goa
Farzi Beach, Goa celebrates New Year's Eve with a high-energy beachfront party on 31 December 2025. The evening features live performances by Mitron Band and a headline DJ set by Shameless Mani, creating the perfect soundtrack for a vibrant countdown by the sea. With signature Farzi cuisine, creative cocktails, and a lively party atmosphere, it's a go-to destination for those looking to dine, drink, and dance their way into 2026.
Entry: Couples – INR 12,000 | Male stags – INR 8,000 | Female stags – INR 7,000
Children below 6 enter free; children above 6 are charged INR 3,000
Date: 31 December 2025
Time: 8 PM onwards
Location: Farzi Beach, 764 E, Gawdewada Rd, Morjim, Goa
Hosa, Goa offers a relaxed and indulgent way to welcome the New Year with a sit-down feast designed for lingering over exceptional food. Served as dinner on 31 December and lunch on 1 January, the menu features Hosa's signature dishes from Elaneer Pepper Fry and Chettinad Lamb Chops to Curry Leaf Butter Crab and Alleppey Fish or Prawn Curry ending on a sweet note with desserts like Coconut Snow and Chocolate Chilli. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary house-made New Year punch and a curated cocktail selection, making Hosa a refined and festive dining destination.
Date & Time:
Dinner on 31 December | 7 PM – 11 PM
Lunch on 1 January | 12 PM – 4 PM
Price: INR 4,000 ++ taxes per person
Address: HOSA Restaurant & Bar, At Irada Home, Near St. Anthony's Church, Vaddy, Siolim–Bardez, North Goa
Monkey Bar, Bandra brings high-energy vibes to New Year's Eve with Razzle Dazzle – Monkey's NYE Bash, a disco-inspired celebration perfect for those who want to combine dining with dancing. Guests can enjoy signature Monkey Bar cocktails, a special Chivas Regal menu, Kingfisher Ultra beers, and popular comfort plates, all set to energetic sets by Zohanne and DJ Dharam on a packed dance floor.
Date: Wednesday, 31 December
Time: 9 PM onwards
Price:
Phase 1 – ₹5,000 (couples) | ₹3,000 (stags)
Phase 2 – ₹6,000 (couples) | ₹4,000 (stags)
Address: Ground Floor, Summerville, Linking Road, 14th & 33rd Cross Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Step into Mumbai's festive season at Khyber, an iconic North-West Frontier restaurant in Kala Ghoda where celebrations are steeped in timeless style. Since 1958, Khyber has been a favourite for families and friends gathering over Christmas and New Year, offering a warm, culturally rich setting with hand-carved arches, intimate alcoves, and original artworks by masters like M.F. Husain. Known for its signature smoky kebabs, rich gravies, and enduring classics, Khyber pairs legendary flavours with an inviting ambience, perfect for celebrating New Year's Eve with tradition and elegance.
Date: 31 December 2025
Time: 12:30 PM – 4 PM | 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai
Celebrate New Year's Eve and New Year's Day at Como Agua, Vagator, where festive energy meets laid-back beachside charm. With stunning sea views, open-air seating, and a curated lineup of live music, the venue offers a relaxed yet vibrant way to ring in 2026. Guests can enjoy cocktails, wood-fired pizzas, and soulful performances, including Jack Tucker's New Year's Day set, perfect for an unhurried, music-filled start to the year.
Date: 1 January 2026
Time: 2 PM onwards
Location: Under Survey Nos. 597/1 & 597/2, Vagator, Anjuna, Goa
Silq, located in Delhi's diplomatic enclave, offers a refined fine-dining experience inspired by the ancient Silk Route. Guided by the concept of samskara, each meal unfolds through six ceremonial moments that transition guests from the everyday into a richly sensory experience. The kitchen honours Persian, Mughal, Levantine, and Mediterranean culinary traditions, using ingredients like saffron, sumac, pomegranate, olives, and fresh herbs. Paired with an elegant ambience of warm brass, textured fabrics, and candlelight, Silq is a sophisticated choice for a thoughtful New Year's Eve celebration.
Date: 31 December 2026
Time: 12 PM – 4 PM | 7 PM – 12 AM
Location: 14/48, Malcha Marg, Block C, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
Eight is a vibrant pan-Asian dining destination that combines bold flavours with inventive dishes and a lively atmosphere. The menu spans sushi, dim sums, baos, and curries, alongside creative highlights like crispy duck pancakes, smoked duck in black bean sauce, seafood tempura on fried vermicelli, and Bonbon sushi wrapped in avocado petals. Paired with thoughtfully crafted cocktails and sake, Eight is a festive choice for welcoming the New Year.
Locations: Pune, Bangalore & Mumbai
Time: 12 PM – 11:30 PM
Grounded Café offers a relaxed and wholesome way to welcome the New Year, blending health-conscious dining with a cozy, vibrant atmosphere. Known for its plant-forward menu, artisanal coffees, and thoughtfully crafted dishes, it's ideal for a refreshing start to 2026. With its Grounded On The Go outlet in Pali Hill and a larger Versova location opening soon, the café remains a go-to for easygoing celebrations.
Locations: Bandstand & Grounded On The Go, Pali Hill
Time: 8 AM – 12 AM
Usher in the New Year with the comfort and playful charm of Ministry of Naan. This Mumbai favourite makes NYE celebrations easy and delicious, whether you're hosting at home or enjoying a laid-back night in. Known for comforting North Indian flavours delivered fresh and ready to enjoy, Ministry of Naan lets you focus on laughter, friends, and ringing in 2026 in style.
Locations: Mumbai
Available on: Swiggy & Zomato
Pick-up or Delivery: +91 86559 67352
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 AM
Source: News18
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