Revelry's in the air, from family-friendly to grown-up New Year's Eve celebrations. Here's a guide to 40-plus restaurants, breweries and other venues that want to welcome 2017 with you and yours.
All meals and events take place on Dec. 31 unless otherwise noted.
Above the Salt Cafe Make a table reservation to enjoy the live sounds of the Sunsetters and dance New Year's Eve away. Seating is limited, but reservations include food and drinks (a full pricing breakdown is listed on the cafe's Facebook event). $15-$100. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. 428 W. Waters Ave., Tampa, 813-304-1860.
The Ale and the Witch A traditional house party with just 60 seats available. Closed to the public, the private affair near the downtown waterfront (where fireworks are scheduled) will highlight special keg tappings, 32 drafts and a few bomber selections, which the Witch will break out for toasts throughout the evening. Tickets can be purchased at the craft beer bar. $66. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. 111 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, 727-821-2533, thealeandthewitch.com.
The Avenue Eat + Drink This block party will stretch from the Avenue to its latest sibling concepts: Proper Kitchen & Cocktails and Park & Rec. Get down with DJs, a photobooth and midnight Champagne toast in cocktail attire. For a table and bottle service, email catering@hungerthirstgroup.com. $10. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. 344 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg.
The Bends DJs Big Chris and Sugarbear will spearhead this non-stop, no-cover dance party, spinning favorites, party jams and more. Pair BCA BBQ's catered grub with the Champagne toast at midnight. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. 919 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg, 727-202-8931.
Big Easy Bar Hors d'oeuvres, select cocktails, a three-course dinner and the chance to win $950 bottle of Dom Perignon Luminous. Live music from DJ JDVB and Nerd Rage will also be featured at this NOLA-style masquerade ball. $65. 6 p.m.-3 a.m. 1704 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa, 813-248-3444.
The Birchwood Havana Nights is set to heat up the downtown St. Pete inn. Admission to this celebratory event come with two floors of open bar, hors d'oeuvres, a dinner buffet, live band in the Grand Ballroom, DJ on The Canopy and a Champagne toast at midnight. Buy tickets ahead of time online. $182.65 in advance, $195 at the door (if available). 8 p.m. 340 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg, 727-896-1080, thebirchwood.com.
The Blue Goose There's no cover to party with the Goose crew, so head here for drinks, a jukebox (as the EDGE District bar puts it, "we know you are the BEST DJ!!!") and maybe even some cheap Champagne at midnight. 5 p.m.-3 a.m. 48 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N., St. Petersburg, 727-201-9690.
The Blind Goat Food and Drink Co. Dance while indulging at another all-night open bar — this time inside South Tampa's Blind Goat. The restaurant and bar's liquor, beer and wine, including top-shelf selections, will be up for grabs alongside unlimited dinner in the form of endless wings, pizza and salads till 11 p.m. All TVs will air the College Football Playoff games, and don't miss the midnight Champagne toast. Tickets, which can be purchased online, are limited. 8 p.m.-3 a.m. 4106 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, 813-515-7962, blindgoattampa.com.
The Bricks Another masquerade ball for the holiday. This second annual installment will bring drink specials, a mask contest and free Champagne at midnight to the Ybor City gathering place. 9 p.m. 1327 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa, 813-247-1785, thebricksybor.com.
Cafe Hey Hoppin' Johns, Cafe Hey's traditional New Year's Day celebration, will bring prosperity to diners in 2017. The full-course meal plans to offer all-you-can-eat black-eyed peas (the wealth-givers, which signify good fortune), collards (for money), rice and cornbread (for gold), plus vegan versions of each dish. Coffee and $10 bottomless mimosas will be on hand, too. And remember: Leave three peas behind to secure luck, fortune and romance in the new year. $9. Jan. 1, noon-4 p.m. 1540 N. Franklin St., Tampa, 813-221-5150, cafehey.com.
Cassis American Brasserie Bubbly and lots of fireworks alongside two dinner seatings, a special New Year's Eve kids menu and more vegan and gluten-free eats. The Beach Drive destination promises a live DJ, Champagne toast and party favors, too. Reservations are highly recommended. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. 170 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg, 727-827-2927, cassisab.com.
Castile A variety of Mediterranean dishes, plus surf and turf, are offered on this New Year's Eve prix-fixe tasting menu. Guests can also take advantage of afternoon food and drink specials on the Hotel Zamora's 360° Rooftop, where the Boogie Nights party will begin at 9 p.m. Expect a dessert and bubbly buffet, open well bar, live music and a midnight Champagne toast. Tickets are available online. $200 for tasting menu, $175 for Boogie Nights. 3701 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 727-456-8660, castilerestaurant.com.
Dunedin Brewery For a third consecutive year, FREEKBASS will provide Dunedin Brewery's New Year's Eve soundtrack. The brewery's 2017 Dram Alter, a tart saison aged on golden raisins and oak, is set to be released at midnight, and guests will land a free pour. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. 937 Douglas Ave., Dunedin, 727-736-0606, dunedinbrewery.com.
Enigma Watch the ball drop with this EDGE District gathering place. DJ Balke Blaze will rock the dance floor, and a complimentary midnight bubbly toast will be highlighted alongside party favors and drink specials. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. 1110 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-235-0867, enigmastpete.com.
FarmTable Kitchen The Locale Market restaurant has three ways to celebrate New Year's Eve. Select an early four-course tasting menu from executive chef Jeffrey Hileman, or a six-course chef's tasting menu later in the evening (reservations are suggested for both). There's also a more personal experience — the communal Grand Tasting Menu at The Chef's Table — planned; this ticketed, seasonally inspired dinner is limited to 10 people and includes eight courses. Four courses: $69. 5-7 p.m. Six courses: $99. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Grand Tasting: $199. 6:30 p.m. 179 Second Ave. N., St. Petersburg, 727-523-6297, localegourmetmarket.com/farmtable-kitchen/.
Four Stacks Brewing This special edition of the Apollo Beach brewery's Brunch & Brews will have the Rolling with My Hoagies food truck on-site and football playing throughout the day. On the drinks side, sangria on tap, mimosas, beer-mosas and, of course, Four Stacks beer will be offered. Jan. 1, noon-5 p.m. 5469 N. U.S. Highway 41, Apollo Beach, 813-641-2036, fourstacksbrewing.com.
Hidden Springs Ale Works Extended hours on New Year's Eve will bring a free 7 p.m. show with Empire Cinema, Ninehorn, Sun Signs and FR33DBACK to the Tampa Heights brewery. Plus, each band will have its own beer on tap, a coconut/vanilla berliner and grapefruit wheat among them. Noon-1 a.m. 1631 N. Franklin St., Tampa, 813-226-2739.
Hofbräuhaus St. Petersburg Celebrate 2017 Bavarian-style. A special menu will be spotlighted, and the party's midnight toast includes a commemorative, take-home Champagne flute. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by phone. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. 123 Fourth St. S., St. Petersburg, 727-898-3333, hofbrauhausstpetersburg.com.
Hollander Hotel Dressed in white, party poolside and ring in 2017 with live DJs, food and adult beverages. Bash in the 'Burg: NYE in White, put on by Club Sport, will take place at the Hollander's HH2O Pool Bar. Rooms are up for grabs at Club Sport rates, and ticket and pricing information is listed online. $105 for standard ticket, $155 for VIP. 421 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg, 727-873-7900.
Independent Bar and Cafe The Indie has locals looking for New Year's Eve merriment covered. Head to its annual neighborhood bash for a complimentary Champagne toast, DJ Tolbeard and more. There's no cover charge, either. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. 5016 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, 813-341-4883, independentbartampa.com.
Kelly's Book a table reservation for the annual New Year's bash at Kelly's, The Chic-a-Boom Room and Blur, showcasing live tunes from The Black Honkeys starting at 9:30 p.m. Party favors, a free Champagne toast and six cash-filled balloon drops at midnight, and DJ Gus spinning inside Blur nightclub. $20. 8 p.m.-3 a.m. 319 Main St., Dunedin, 727-412-4603, kellyschicaboom.com.
The Living Room on Main Head here for an evening of dancing and musical stylings from The Latin Jazz Kings, as well as a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. 487 Main St., Dunedin, 727-736-5202, thelivingroomonmain.com.
MacDinton's The downtown St. Pete location for this Irish pub will have bottle service packages (email [email protected] for reservations), a live DJ and free Champagne toast at midnight. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. 242 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg, 727-201-9783, macdintons.com.
Mad Beach Craft Brewing Company Chow down on tailgate-style pub grub while catching the College Football Playoff games on New Year's Eve. Pitcher specials will be valid for the Levique Lager, Life’s a Beach, Dolphin Drool, and the food specials include a beer brat hoagie and wings with four different sauces — dedicated to the Washington Huskies, Alabama Crimson Tide, Ohio State Buckeyes and Clemson Tigers. 3 p.m.-midnight. 12945 Village Blvd., Madeira Beach, 727-362-0008, madbeachbrewing.com.
Marlow's Tavern Raise a glass to 2017 with this special New Year's Eve menu. Diners will enjoy Maine lobster and shrimp chowder, surf and turf or crab-stuffed trout as their main dish, and the "Perfect Sweet Plate" or holiday spiced martini for dessert. It's all paired with a selection of wines. But the regular Marlow's menu will also be available. $39, $59 with additional wine pairing. Dec. 30 & 31, 6-11 p.m. 13134 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, marlowstavern.com.
Mastry's Brewing Co. This craft brewery's got its flapper dresses and top hats ready. Do you? Hang at the Gatsby-inspired throwdown for a new beer release, souvenir glass, food, music and specials — plus other surprises. 7701 Blind Pass Road, St. Pete Beach, 727-202-8045, mastrysbrewingco.com.
Melange With two menus from chef Lan Bradeen to choose between, make Melange's modern American cuisine part of the celebration. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant. View the full lineups online. Four courses: $60; 10 courses: $90. 6 p.m.-2 a.m. 1568 Main St., Sarasota, 941-953-7111, melangesarasota.com.
Mermaid Tavern Get down at the Mermaid, where live entertainment will kick off at 8 p.m. and happy hour pricing on draft beer and sangria will be featured all night long. The bar's normal food menu, a Champagne toast at midnight and bottomless bubbles are also planned. At the door, an optional cover charge is for the band performance and a wristband, which unlocks all-night drink deals — the midnight toast included. $10. 8 p.m.-3 a.m. 6719 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa, 813-238-5618, mermaidtaverntampa.com.
Nueva Cantina Sooth that New Year's Eve hangover with a Mexican-inspired brunch alongside family and friends. A 25-item Bloody Mary bar, $12 bottomless mimosas and DJ C-Note are among the highlights. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1625 Fourth St. S., St. Petersburg, 727-851-9579, nuevacantina.com.
Nikko Mussolini Dog Barrrrrr and Boutique Pay An all-you-can-drink special for $30, Champagne toast, hors d'oeuvres, live blues music and party favors are in store for those who arrive dressed up in black and blue for this waterfront beach bash. Call or drop in to purchase tickets. $40. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. 9524 Blind Pass Road #17, St. Pete Beach, 727-201-4487, nikkomussolini.com.
Old Key West Bar & Grill In the Grand Central District, expect outrageously awesome specials on adult beverages from Old Key West, including all-you-can-drink offers for $45 (on all beer, wine and liquors) and $30 (on domestic beers, house wine and wells). 10 p.m.-3 a.m. 2451 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-623-0969, oldkeywestbarandgrill.com.
Peabody's Plenty of music, dancing and drink specials alongside a toast with free Champagne. There are multiple packages available for reservations — including a $50 large table that comes with a free bottle of bubbly — so call ahead to claim a table. $50 for Silver (cover charge and all-you-can-drink calls, domestic beer and shot specials); $100 for Gold (cover charge, all-you-can-drink anything and finger foods) 8 p.m.-3 a.m. 15333 Amberly Drive, Tampa, 813-972-1725, peabodystampa.com.
Pelagia Trattoria For a tasty start to New Year's, or a delicious finish, make a meal at Pelagia part of the plan. A three-course bill of fare will offer prix-fixe starters, entrees and desserts, including jumbo lump crab cake and Colorado rack of lamb. Diners will land a complimentary glass of prosecco, and veg-heads shouldn't worry, either — there are options (think vegan pea protein with organic quinoa and Swiss chard). Reservations, which are encouraged, can be made online or by calling the restaurant. $70. 2223 N. Westshore Blvd., Tampa, 813-313-3235.
The Pesky Pelican A prime rib dinner and an open bar are all anyone on the fence about heading here on the eve of Jan. 1 should know. Party favors and a midnight toast with bubbly will round out the night. Reservations are required. $50. 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 923 72nd Street N., St. Petersburg, 727-302-9600, peskypelicanstpete.com.
Punky's Bar and Grill A purple-and-white masquerade party from this Grand Central District hangout — with no cover. Buy one, get one cocktails, $5 Absolut Vodka cocktails, a balloon drop, bubbly toast at midnight and live DJ sounds are among the highlights. Purple masks and Absolut swag will be offered to all. 6 pm.-2 a.m. 3063 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-201-4712, punkysbar.com.
Sea Salt Choose from a special New Year's a la carte lineup, or a five-course, prix-fixe menu. Whatever diners choose, Sea Salt plans to celebrate until the clock strikes midnight. To reserve seats, call the Sundial restaurant or go online. $125. 183 Second Ave. N., St. Petersburg, 727-873-7964, seasaltstpete.com.
Sunset Grill at Little Harbor Space is limited at this annual New Year's Eve tradition. All areas of the restaurant — lounge and patio included — will be open for food service. Call for ticket options and pricing. 7 p.m. 602 Bahia Del Sol Drive, Ruskin, 813-645-7739, sunsetgrillfl.com.
Tampa Bay Brewing Company At both BrewCo locations, give 2016 a proper send off with good friends, tasty food and local beer. A Moosekiller cask, aged for a year, will be tapped at 5 p.m., followed by live music and a midnight toast. 5 p.m.-1 a.m. 1600 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa, 813-247-1422, tampabaybrewingcompany.com.
TradeWinds Island Resort Toast by the Coast at the TradeWinds Island Grand Ballroom. A buffet of gourmet hors d'oeuvres, dessert display and open bar will be on hand throughout the evening, followed by a free glass of Champagne for the midnight toast. Kids between the ages of 4 and 12 can also enjoy games, crafts and dinner at their own Ring it in Like Rio celebration, while teenagers (13 to 17 year olds) will get in on dinner, neon glow lights and dancing at the Light Up the Night Teen New Year's Eve Party. Toast by the Coast: $99. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Ring it in Like Rio: $60 for 1 child, $30 for each additional. 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Light Up the Night: $50. 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 727-363-2258, tradewindsresort.com.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Head across the Sunshine Skyway Bridge for the night. Sarasota chef Paul Mattison's catering company will host the performing arts hall's New Year's Eve soirée. Hosted across the Van Wezel Grand Foyer, the party's set to feature food stations, cash bar and funk-soul tunes. A live stream of New York City's Times Square celebration will be showcased as well. Purchase tickets in advance. $50 for general admission, $95 for VIP. 8 p.m. 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
The Wild Rover Brewery On New Year's Eve, guests will indulge in an open bar, unlimited grub, karaoke, a Champagne toast and optional costume/masquerade ball. Designated drivers will partake in everything — minus the alcohol — at the brewery's bash. Call or stop in to reserve a ticket. (A New Year's Day brunch, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., is also in store.) $65, $15 for designated drivers. 13921 Lynmar Blvd., Tampa, 813-475-5995, thewildroverbrewery.com.
Willard's Tap House Spend New Year's Eve Eve with Willard's as the beer bar hosts a huge tap takeover showcasing Cigar City Brewing. The beer selection will include Vanilla Hazelnut Marshal Zhukov's Russian Imperial Stout, Strawberry Vanilla Dream Cider and White Oak IPA. Dec. 30, 7 p.m.-midnight. 12500 Starkey Road, Largo, 727-581-8600, willardstaphouse.com.
