Christmas is over, and the sinking realisation has crept in that you have no New Year’s Eve plans (not again!). Trust us, we always promise ourselves we will not leave it to the last minute, but here we are again with no plans!
Never fear, we have done all the hard work for you and rounded up the best spots to nab a last-minute NYE booking to South Bank’s hottest events.
OTTO Ring in the New Year on the Brisbane River at OTTO! Guests can indulge in a signature choice menu crafted by Head Chef Will Cowper, complete with Champagne on arrival to toast to new beginnings, la dolce vita style. For those looking to celebrate early, OTTO offers a delightful three-course choice menu. Plan the perfect New Year’s Eve experience and enjoy a night of exquisite dining and unforgettable views! Reserve your spot here.
The Jetty Say goodbye to 2024 with a riverside feast at The Jetty. Choose the family-friendly 5pm sitting and enjoy a four-course meal featuring fresh Moreton Bay bug sliders and pan-fried barramundi for $135pp ($70 for kids under 12). Or, join the 9pm ‘Midnight by the River’ celebration for $220pp, complete with the same delish menu, a three-hour beverage package, and prime views of the NYE fireworks. Secure your spot here!
Popolo Popolo invites you to an Italian-inspired New Year’s Eve soirée, offering a luxurious dining experience like no other. Indulge in a decadent set menu crafted to perfection, paired with a premium beverage package. Explore the menu and secure your spot at this lavish affair: $190pp for the early sitting or $235pp for the 9pm–midnight celebration. Reserve your spot here.
River Quay Fish Start the New Year at River Quay Fish’s elegant riverside celebration. Opt for an early 6:00pm sitting with the kids, or snag a 9:30pm spot to soak up the fireworks from the best seat in the house. Indulge in a four-course set menu and drinks package featuring the freshest seafood and refreshing sips. Trust us, the salt and pepper prawns and Mediterranean-style halibut with butter lettuce and Boursin potatoes are absolute showstoppers. Tickets are $189pp for adults and $94.50 for kids. Don’t miss this luxe riverside bash—book now here!
South Bank Beer Garden Celebrate New Year’s Eve at South Bank Beer Garden, Brisbane’s top spot for stunning fireworks views! For $160pp, enjoy a four-hour premium food and beverage package from 8:30pm, featuring roaming canapés, a grazing station, and live entertainment from BEAVER, the legendary party band. With an arrival cocktail, tap beers, wines, and more, this will be an unforgettable night. Secure your spot now here!
Southbeach Get ready to turn back the clock as Southbeach throws a Miami Vice-inspired New Year’s Eve party! For $160pp, enjoy a four-hour premium food and beverage package from 8:30pm, including an arrival cocktail, tap beer, select wines, roaming canapés, a grazing station, and live entertainment. DJ Dred, a South Beach Miami legend, will spin 80s and 90s hits to keep the vibe high. With prime fireworks views and a retro photobooth, it’s set to be an unforgettable night. Dressing up in 80s style is optional but encouraged! Book now to secure your spot here.
The Charming Squire Ring in 2024 at The Charming Squire and make it a night to remember! With a live band bringing the vibes and doors open until 2am, you’ll be dancing your way straight into the New Year. Feeling peckish? The kitchen’s got you covered, serving up all your faves until midnight, so you can keep the good times rolling with a side of delicious eats. Book now and lock in your ultimate New Year’s celebration at The Charming Squire here.
Poppies Ring in 2025 at Poppies, just steps from South Bank’s waterfront fireworks. Their festive set menu is packed with favourites like snow crab linguine, slow-cooked pork ribs, and miso barramundi to name a few. Paired with a 2-hour drinks package or level up with a cocktail upgrade. This is where you want to be when the clock strikes midnight. Reserve your spot from $140pp here.
Ahmet's Celebrate the end of 2024 with an evening of vibrant entertainment and delicious dining at Ahmet’s. Enjoy live belly dancing at 6:30pm and 8:30pm, paired with an authentic à la carte menu or group banquets perfect for sharing. Reserve your table here!
El Camino Kickstart your New Year’s Eve celebrations the El Camino way—bursting with tacos, towers, and all the fiesta vibes you can handle! Grab your amigos and dive into the Tacos N Towers: NYE Edition, where unlimited tacos meet exclusive towers for one epic hour of bold flavours, endless toppings, and crispy goodness. Looking for something extra? Turn up the heat with their Sizzle & Sparkle NYE Fiesta, a three-course Tex-Mex feast paired with a two hour beverage package, perfect for groups ready to celebrate in style. When the sun goes down, the party cranks up! A DJ takeover will bring the beats, so you can dance the night away and say goodbye to 2024 in true El Camino style. With mouth-watering menus, epic party vibes, and a celebration to remember, there’s no better way to ring in 2025. Spots are filling up quick - book your table now here!
