Ordering dinner for New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be boring. These mouth-watering dishes are exactly what you need after endless cooking this holiday season.
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After weeks of planning Thanksgiving dinner and a Christmas feast, it’s okay to want to order in for New Year’s Eve. But that doesn’t mean you have to settle for takeout. We rounded up a stunning list of mouth-watering dishes and restaurants to help you decide where to order dinner for New Year’s Eve. Whether you’re dreaming of a dinner party, dinner for two or something easy before hitting the town, we’ve got you covered.
By the way, here’s the best, affordable champagne to order for New Year’s celebrations (including non-alcoholic champagne!).
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Omaha Steaks Prime Rib Dinner
Serves 8
Wondering where to begin when deciding where to order dinner for New Year’s Eve? Omaha Steaks has you covered with their stunning prime rib dinner for eight. This meat delivery includes everything you need for an extravagant night in with family and friends. The prime rib is topped off with plenty of sides like green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, baguettes and apple tartlets. Now that’s something to look forward to ahead of the New Year.
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Sizzlefish Maine Lobster Tail and Crab Cakes
Serves 2
No matter what your plans are this New Year’s Eve, lobster is always a good idea. Treat yourself and a loved one to this lobster tail and crab cakes duo. It stores safe and fresh in the freezer until you’re ready to eat. Just make sure to thaw it in the refrigerator for six hours before it’s time to prep it for dinner. Lobster tail for two is served!
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Jack Stack BBQ
Serves 6-8
Though you can’t go wrong with any dinners on this list, here’s one we’ve tested. Jack Stack BBQ is the creme de la creme of Kansas City barbecue (aka one of the best barbecue destinations in the country), and you can order it straight to your door this New Year’s Eve. The create your own sampler is the best way to taste a little bit of everything, from pork burnt ends to sliced brisket or baby back ribs. Top it off with Jack Stack’s sides including hickory pit beans, cheesy potatoes and cheesy corn bake. Whether you’re serving four or eight hungry tummies, it leaves plenty of room for leftovers the next day (trust us, you’ll want more). This is the number one meal I look forward to when visiting my parents in Kansas City.
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Williams Sonoma Beef Wellington
Serves 4
Keep it classic yet festive with Williams Sonoma’s beef wellington dinner. Four, individually wrapped beef tenderloins encased in puff-pastry dough arrive on your doorstep frozen, topped with savory mushroom duxelles. Add some side dishes and dessert and you’ve got an easy New Year’s Eve dinner for four.
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D’Artagnan Charcuterie Board
Serves 4-5
Looking for a fuss-free New Year’s Eve appetizer? The charcuterie board gets an easy upgrade with this pre-made option from D’Artagnan. It’s packed with artisanal meats and topped off with jams, crackers, spicy pecans and a balsamic glaze. All you have to do is prepare the assortment on your favorite cheese board. It doubles as a beautiful cheese board gift idea, too.
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Zoli’s NY Pizza Brisket Lasagna
Serves 6-8
Why eat regular lasagna when you can indulge with this mouth-watering brisket lasagna? Available from Zoli’s NY Pizza via Goldbelly, the classic dish gets a Texas spin, layered with house made pasta sheets, bolognese, mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan cream sauce, green chiles and of course, smoked brisket. Just pop it in the oven and enjoy a cozy night in with this tasty bake. Speaking of Goldbelly, start the new year off right with a Goldbelly food gift or by trying their subscription service.
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Harry & David Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon
Serves 2
Sure, filet mignon is a good idea for New Year’s Eve dinner. But bacon-wrapped filet mignon? Even better. You’ll get two premium filets neatly wrapped in bacon. We love this option if you prefer to cook the sides and dessert yourself but don’t want to worry about the main entree. Or, you can make it a full meal with this filet mignon dinner. Whatever you choose, it’s the easiest holiday dinner you’ll enjoy this season.
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Zahav Lamb Shoulder Meal Kit
Serves 6
Dreaming of a dinner party? Skip the grocery run by opting for this lamb shoulder meal kit from the famous Philadelphia restaurant, Zahav. You’ll enjoy a three-course meal (yes, three courses!) complete with pita and hummus, beets with tehina, pickled napa cabbage, Moroccan carrots, and so. much. more. Though the meal kit requires a little more preparation, you’ll still enjoy the luxury of a three-course meal without having to spend all day in the kitchen. Dinner party guests will be thinking about this iconic meal well after the New Year—it’s that memorable.
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Williams Sonoma Veggie Tamales
Serves 4-8
Here’s where to order dinner for New Year’s Eve if you want to keep it vegetarian. These veggie tamales are ideal whether you’re serving two people with room for leftovers or a crowd. The tamales are handcrafted from Alicia Villanueva, who’s known for her street-car delights in the San Francisco Bay Area. That’s a whole lot better than picking up tamales from the frozen grocery aisle! Choose from one or two dozen tamales.
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Hancock Gourmet Lobster Co. Lobster Mac and Cheese
Serves 6
If lobster mac and cheese doesn’t get the tastebuds going, we don’t know what will. This isn’t any ordinary lobster mac and cheese. It’s Hancock Gourmet Lobster Co.’s award-winning lobster mac topped with crunchy bread crumbs and lemon zest. All that’s required is popping it in the oven the day of, and maybe whipping up a salad or dessert. BRB we’re ordering this for New Year’s Eve immediately.
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Originally Published: December 13, 2022
