Evan Semón
Audio By Carbonatix
It’s nearly time to welcome 2026, and there are a lot of things to do if you’re looking to celebrate on December 31, including a lineup of concerts for music lovers.
But if your idea of a good time is food-and-drink-focused, we’ve got you covered. Many of the fancy prix fixe dinners have already sold out, but here’s a list of spots that still have availability (as of publication), as well as some favorites that don’t require reservations:
Bars
El Piñon at the La Vista Motel, 5500 East Colfax Avenue: This restored hotel with an on-site coffee shop and bar opened in November and it’s celebrating its first NYE with a celebration featuring married DJ duo DJ FloJo and DJ Phil.I.AM, from 6 p.m. to12:30 a.m., performing together for the first time as Phil Withers and Tina TurnUp. enjoy a free champagne toast at midnight and a special Winter Rum Punch. You could even make a staycation of it by booking a room!
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Englewood Grand, 3435 South Broadway, Englewood: this frill-free hang will truly be a gathering place on NYE when it hosts Downtown Englewood’s neighborhood New Year’s Eve, complete with a champagne toast at midnight.
The Nearby Bar, 2401 15th Street: Does it sometimes feel like the world is ending? You’ll find your people at this LoHi watering hole, which is “getting down with the trash fire” on December 31 with “end of days-themed” drinks, select top shelf shots at a discount and a free champagne toast, no tickets needed.
The Peach Crease Club, 4180 Wynkoop Street: This brand new audio bar next to Mission Ballroom has some seriously impressive, culinary-inspired cocktails and great vibes for NYE. Reservations are still available and it will be serving caviar and champagne specials all night long.
TrashHawk Tavern, 1539 South Broadway: One of the best neighborhood bars in the city, TrashHawk’s NYE plans include hosting the Ninja Ramen food truck starting at 6 p.m., 7 p.m. team trivia with Jell-O shots at halftime and a midnight Champagne of Beers toast. Stay trashy in 2026!
Jeff Fierberg
Restaurants
American Elm, 4132 West 38th Avenue: Dig into a five-course prix fixe menu for $135. There is still availability in the heated outdoor hunting tents and greenhouses. Reservations and the full menu can be made via Resy.
Cimera, 3330 Brighton Boulevard: This stunning rooftop restaurant landed on our list of the best new eateries to open in 2025. Soak in the new year with stunning views and Peruvian-inspired cuisine. Tickets are still available for its Carnivale-inspired New Year’s Eve, complete with music from DJ Joey Burton, a themed photo booth, passed apps, an open bar and a midnight toast. Tickets are $125 per person, available via OpenTable.
Hop Alley, 3500 Larimer Street: Catch acclaimed chef Douglas Rankin at Hop Alley’s chef’s counter, which has a few NYE spots left for its $125 tasting menu. Book online to secure your seat.
La Diabla, 2233 Larimer Street: Located in the Ballpark neighborhood, La Diabla is open for its regular hours (11 a.m. to 10 p.m.) on NYE, offering its Jose’s Gone Fishing special all day: two al pastor tacos and one margarita for $5; or, stop in after 5 p.m. for two fish tacos and one margarita for $7.
Parisi Sotto, 4401 Tennyson Street: Tucked below Parisi, spend a special evening enjoying an Italian feast at Parisi Sotto, which just reopened this year after a long break. Reservations are recommended but space is still available. It will be serving its full winter menu plus some holiday specials.
Rocky Yama Sushi, 801 Santa Fe Drive: One of our favorite spots for sushi happy hour is going all out for NYE — it’s brought in a whole fresh tuna and is celebrating with a free large sake for any table that spends $75 or more after happy hour, which will run from 3 to 6 p.m. on December 31.
The Velvet Cellar, 1500 Wynkoop Street: Reservations are still available for this downtown spot’s snazzy NYE celebration, which includes a five-course prix fixe dinner ($126 per person) and a complimentary champagne toast. Book now on OpenTable.
Bonus: Viral ice cream maker Sadboy Creamery is giving fans a fun chance to score some pints for a good cause before 2026. From 7 to 10 p.m. (or until sell-out) on December 31, stop by its pickup location at 1280 North Sherman Street and pay what you want for pints, and all proceeds will be donated to the Trevor Project. Flavors include Salted Caramel Oreo, Rainbow Sherbet and Coconut Cookies and Cream.
