2011 Shanghai New Year’s Eve Dinners
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The Alchemist
A four-course dinner for RMB 888, which includes free flow of wine and champagne till 1am. 45 Sinan Lu. Tel: 6426 0660
The Apartment
A five-course dinner for RMB 350, including a glass of champagne will be perfect before coming to the dance-floor. Boisterously merry and extremely loud! Entrance to the party is RMB 100. 47 Yongfu Lu. Tel: 6437 9478. Web: www.theapartment-shanghai.com
Ambrosia Japanese & Yakiniku Restaurant
Ambrosia invites diners to spend New Year’s Eve enjoying their holiday buffet of Japanese favourites, including a sashimi bar and Kobe beef stations. Dinner includes free-flow Paulaner beer, house wine and non-alcoholic beverages, and there’s a lucky draw with prizes including an iPhone 4 and iPad 2.
RMB 388 + 10% for lunch (no alcohol), RMB 858 + 10% for dinner. 150 Fenyang Lu. Tel: 6431 3935
Ambrosia Teppanyaki @ Expo
On New Year’s Eve, Ambrosia Teppanyaki is offering a nine course set dinner featuring lobster, foie gras, Australian Kobe beef, sashimi, Champagne sherbet and a glass of Prosecco.
RMB 888 + 10% per person. 555 Shibo Avenue. Tel: 2206 0878
Azul
Eduardo Vargas will be treating New Year’s table at Azul with tequila prawns, roasted tomato risotto and octopus salad.
RMB 300, + 100RMB for two hours of free flow cocktails. 18 Dongping Lu. Tel: 6433 1172
Aroma
Ring in 2012 New Year with Aroma! Buffet dinner and free flow of beer, selected wines and soft drinks.
RMB 498 per adult, RMB 249 per child, 199 Huangpu Lu. Tel: 6393 1234 x 6322. Web: www.shanghai.bund.hyatt.com
Barbarossa
For those who want to kick-off the night early, Barbarossa starts at 5pm. Atlantic salmon, Australian beef fillet or baked turkey breast follows foie gras, prawn and crab cocktail or Caesar salad.
RMB 488, 231 Nanjing Xi Lu. Tel: 6318 0220
The Brew
Early birds get special discount, while at the door you will have to pay RMB 998. Outdoor barbecue, DJ sets and free flow of champagne, beer and house make the Brew one of the best places to spend the night with close friends or family.
1388 Huamu Lu. Tel: 6169 8888. Web: www.shangri-la.com
Brix
Ring in the New Year with a Champagne toast and the choice of two buffets: traditional and Australian.
RMB 398, 22 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu. Tel: 6336 8868
Chicha
If you want to celebrate the big night in Peruvian style, you’re more than welcome to come to Chicha. A five-course dinner set, and a pisco sour cocktail on arrival. Latin and funk vibes - from 11pm till late.
47 Fuxing Xi Lu. Tel: 6418 0760.Web: www.chichashanghai.com
The COOK
If you want a great place to celebrate, consider the Cook as the destination to be!
The dinner starts at 6pm. All you can eat with a free flow of craft beers for RMB 888.
1388 Huamu Lu. Tel: 6169 8888 x 6321
Gennaro
For those who have a serious passion for Italian food, Gennaro is ready to offer various appetisers, a choice of pastas and main courses. Bring your kids, special menu for them only for RMB 118.
RMB 368. 1129 Guyang Lu. Tel: 2428 6587. Web: www.gennaro-s.com
Inagiku
Japanese people eat a special selection of dishes during the New Year celebration. Inagiku’s chef Morihara was getting ready for this occasion as well. A special kaiseki dinner for RMB 1,280.
555 Xizang Zhong Lu. Tel: 2312 9888
Jean Georges
Spend New Year’s evening in a luxurious atmosphere. Jean Georges offers two options: a three-course menu from 6-6.45pm for RMB 888 and a six-course set for RMB 1,388 from 8.15-9.30pm.
RMB 1,388, 17 Guangdong Lu. Tel: 6321 7733. Web: www.threeonthebund.com
Jimmy's Kitchen
Come and celebrate New Year in one of the oldest Western restaurants in Shanghai. Each guest receives one complimentary glass of standard drink upon arrival. In addition to amazing five-course dinner, you can get a free entry to the Kee New Year’s Eve party. RMB 688 + 10% per person, 59 Maoming Nan Lu. Tel: 6466 6869. Web: www.jimmys.com
Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai
Jumeirah Hotel can offer four dining options on New Year’s Eve: Arte Café Seafood Buffet dinner for RMB 488, Grill Room five-course Seafood Dinner for RMB 588, All you can eat Japanese menu for RMB 398, or six-course Shanghainese cuisine dinner for RMB 588.
1108 Meihua Lu. Tel: 3858 0888. Web: www.jumeirah.com
La Table by Maison Pourcel
New Year's Eve dinner with traditionally elaborate French cuisine: pigeon smoked with jasmine tea, lobsters ravioli, pan-fried duck liver, and slices of turbot fillet. Enjoy delicate dishes for RMB 1,198. A glass of champagne is included. RMB 1198, 35 Shanxi Nan Lu. Tel: 6215 8777
La Finca
Spanish wine pairing in addition to an exclusive four-course dinner at La Finca will cost you RMB 688. You can enjoy the charms of Mediterranean cuisine with Iberian ham, roasted lamb and lobster soup. RMB 688, 373 Huangpi Nan Lu. Tel: 5383 2998. Web: www.lafinca-sh.com
M1NT
Elegant and stylish atmosphere of M1NT and six-course menu with beluga caviar, langoustine, scallop ravioli, and foie gras definitely will let you feel like a bon vivant.
RMB 988, 318 Fuzhou Lu. Tel: 6391 2811. Web: www.m1ntglobal.com
M on the Bund
Combining the best view of the Bund with the Customs House clock tower ringing in 2012 is a foolproof way to spend New Year’s Eve. Add to that a multi-course dinner, a glass of Champagne, a soiree of people dressed to the nines and you get A Very M New Year’s Eve.
RMB 998, 20 Guangdong Lu. Tel: 6350 9988. Web: www.m-restaurantgroup.com/mbund
Maya
Forget the stereotypes you have heard about Mexican cuisine! The set menu fashioned by Chef Rafael, will rewrite all your preconceptions. Maya sets a new standard for fine dining, by giving classical flavors a modern twist.
RMB 395, 568 Julu Lu. Tel: 6289 6889. Web: www.cosmogroup.cn/maya
Madison
For the last meal of 2011, there is no safer choice than the six-course tasting menu put together by his team. From the amuse-bouche to the dessert, your taste buds will be dancing. RMB 688, 18 Dongping Lu. Tel: 6437 0136. Web: www.madisoninshanghai.com
Mural
Live Latin music, dancing and the booze, flowing like mud around there. Ring in the New Year! RMB 50. 697 Yongjia Lu. Tel 6433 5023
Mr Willis
New Year’s dinner at Mr Willis starts at 8pm. You can enjoy tasty dishes we all got used to: bubbles, snacks and the proper New Year’s music. 195 Anfu Lu. Tel 5404 0200
Mi Tierra
Colonnaded courtyard of Mi Tierra is a perfect place to ring in the 2012. Special New Year’s menu, including Fig Jam and cheese sandwich, Tuna Tataki, King Crab and Pineapple and free flow of sparkling wine from 8 to 11pm. Unfortunately, the number of guests is limited and the dress code is black and white. 9pm. 17 Yongjia Lu. Tel: 5465 5837. Web: www.tierramex.com.cn
Man Ho Chinese Restaurant
Cantonese dinner set for New Year’s Eve for RMB 880. Shanghai Marriott. 555 Xizang Zhong Lu. Tel: 2312 9888
NAPA Wine Bar & Kitchen
Derived from the wine and dine culture, born in California’s Napa Valley, NAPA allows the people of Shanghai to incite the same atmosphere. For New Year’s Eve the kitchen is offering an exclusive six-course meal, topped off by a flute of Piper Heidsieck Champange. RMB 680 with an optional RMB 500 wine pairing. 6pm – the night ends.
57 Jiangyin Lu. Tel: 6318 0057. Web: www.napawinebarandkitchen.com
Origin
Origin celebrates New Year's Eve with a five-course set menu and exclusive wine pairings. You can enjoy a glass of prosecco on arrival. The price is fixed at RMB 488 per person. Lane 155 Jianguo Lu. Tel: 6467 0100. Web: www.originsh.com
Palladio
With the best authentic Italian recipes and eight-course dinner, Palladio seems to be very advantageous.
RMB 2,288 + 15% per couple, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. Tel: 6279 7188
Paulaner Bräuhaus @ Fenyang
While the main courses are individually served, the appetiser, soup, and dessert all come as a buffet. So stuff yourself to the brim as the live music sets the atmosphere. The cover charge includes free flow of Paulaner Beer, house wine, and other beverages. Don’t forget the prize drawing of an iPhone 4, iPad 2, and Sony camera. RMB 628 per person; Reservations are mandatory.
Paulaner Bräuhaus. 150 Fenyang Lu. Tel: 6474 5700.
The Portman Ritz-Carlton
You will have an opportuninity to travel around the world, as The Portman Ritz-Carlton offers all day dining with diverse international cuisines. The free-flow of Moet&Chandon makes this evening champagne-soaked. RMB 628 + 15% per person, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu. Tel: 6279 8888
The Purple Onion
The after party no longer separates the ‘haves’ from the ‘have-nots’. Now that responsibility lies upon the pre-party. Join The Purple Onion, for bottomless drinks and Mediterranean canapés. Set the night off on the right foot, and relive the memories at the recovery brunch the next day. RMB 198. 4 – 9pm. 16, Lane 351, Huashan Lu.
Tel: 6248 8747. Web: www.thepurpleonionsh.com
Shook!
On New Year's Eve, Shook will be laying a six-course luxury set dinner for RMB 998. A bottle of Moet&Chandon per couple is included. RMB 998, 23 Nanjing Dong Lu. Tel: 2329 8522. Web: www.shookrestaurantshanghai.com
Sushi Abuse
Much Japanese cuisine is based on seafood, but on New Year’s Eve, Sushi Abuse is ready to offer delicious beef butteryaki, in addition to grilled snow crab, lobster sashimi and mori tempura. You can also get two glasses of champagne or a bottle of wine. RMB 888 per couple, 98 Yanping Lu. Tel: 5175 9818. Web: www.sushiabuse.com
Shanghai City Bistro
Recently opened Shanghai Marriott is offering an all-day dining on New Year’s Eve. International Buffet, unlimited amounts of wine, along with soft drinks and beer.
Don’t forget to try your luck with a lucky draw. RMB 988, 555 Xizang Zhong Lu. Tel: 2312 9888
T8
Celebrate NYE in one of the best places Shanghai has to offer. There are two dinner options: with a five-course menu and an eight-course menu. The latter option gives you a chance to win a holiday trip for two to Thailand. Bookings of 4 people and above will enjoy a bottle of Perrier-Jouët.
Lane 181 Taicang Lu. Tel: 6355 8999. Web: www.t8-shanghai.com
The Fat Olive @ Sinan Mansions
The early bird gets the… feta! Arrive at The Fat Olive sometime during 5.30 – 8pm, to be privilege to this delicious four course Greek-inspired set menu. Get your fix of Greek salad, lamb, and doughnuts.
RMB 198 per person, 45 Sinan Lu. Tel: 3368 9524. Web: www.thefatolive.com
The Fat Olive @ Silver Court
There are two options for how New Year’s Eve at The Fat Olive is spent. Either arrive between 6 – 9.30 pm and purchase a RMB 100 drink voucher for three drinks, or stay from 8pm – 1am and take advantage of the RMB 300 open bar. The amazing atmosphere with cozy furniture guarantee a good time either way.
228 Xizang Nan Lu. Tel: 6334 3288. Web: www.thefatolive.com
Table No. 1
A pleasant and cosy way to celebrate New Year’s evening! Snacks and a bubbly cocktail, hot tea-smoked salmon, parsley risotto, poached and roasted duck, or roast sirloin of beef. Bookings of four and above will enjoy the set for RMB 700 per couple.
1-3 Maojiayuan Lu. Tel: 6080 2918. Web: www.tableno-1.com
Tavola
Italians are known for their love of celebrations. Tavola restaurant is ready to offer a six-course dinner of lobster gratin, oysters, and wagyu beef tagliata. RMB 888+10% per person, 2500 Binjiang Dadao. Tel: 2022 8288. Web: www.tavola.cn
That's Amore
One of the loveliest Italian restaurants in Shanghai is offering a five-course dinner dinner on New Year’s Eve. Ring in the New Year with a champagne toast and wonderful flavors, which Italy has to offer. RMB 698, Lane 200 Taikang Lu. Tel: 6472 0925
Whampoa Club
On the New Year’s night, Whampoa Club brings the atmosphere of ‘30s, when Shanghai was a decadent city. A six-course dinner, and free-flow of Perrier Jouet Champagne from 10pm till 12.30am.
RMB 1,388, 17 Guangdong Lu. Tel: 6321 3737. Web: www.threeonthebund.com
Xindalu China Kitchen
In spite of the fact, that Chinese New Year is coming later in January, you can start celebrating the year of dragon in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere of Hyatt on the Bund’s Chinese restaurant. Set menu for 3 guests and free-flow of beer and selected wines. RMB 498, 199 Huangpu Lu. Tel: 6393 1234 x 6318. Web: www.shanghai.bund.hyatt.com
Zapata's
The Mexican buffet from 6pm for RMB 500, 10 drinks tickets and wet t-shirt contest will make the night at Zapata’s hilarious and extremely amusing.
5 Hengshan Lu. Tel: 6433 4104. Web: www.zapatas-shanghai.com
Compiled by Nick Korjov.
