New Year's 2004 Guide

Crystal Café: Come enjoy this restaurant's romantic ambiance this New Year's. There will be three seatings at 5 p.m., 7 p.m., and 9 p.m. Dinner will be five courses including a bottle of champagne or bottle of wine, and party favors. 726 41st St, Miami Beach, 305-673-8266.

Doraku: Enjoy fine dining this New Year's at Doraku. The sushi dinner includes a tasting of four premium sakes. 1104 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, 305-695-8383.

Escopazzo: For New Year's Eve Escopazzo is offering a five-course degustation menu, with a complimentary glass of Prosecco, for $125 per person. 1311 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, 305-674-9450.

The Forge: Enjoy a glamorous New Year's Eve at one of South Beach's most exclusive spots. First seating includes a three-course gourmet menu for $85 per person. The second seating features a four-course gourmet menu at $275 per person which includes a bottle of Moët & Chandon per couple. 432 41st St, Miami Beach, 305-604-9798.

Fritz and Franz Bierhaus: The wonderful people at Fritz and Franz want everybody to have an affordable New Year's Eve and not have to go home with a mortgage. So they're offering a no-cover night with a regular price menu, with the addition of a $17.99 prime rib special, a DJ spinning "everything," and of course, their usual wide-ranging imported beer selection. 60 Merrick Way, Coral Gables, 305-774-1883.

German American Social Club: German vocalist Anne Ledig sings in the New Year along with music provided by the club. For just $30 per person, admission includes a sumptuous buffet, champagne, and party favors. 11919 Miller Rd, 305-552-5123.

Hoeflinger & Chiarini Cafe: Celebrate Brazilian style, with live music, champagne toast, and party favors. Call for prices. 1777 SW 3rd Ave.

JohnMartin's: Let the piper pipe in the New Year's Eve at this Irish pub. There will be a buffet extravaganza from 7 until 11 p.m., featuring a staggering list of good things to eat and drink. There will be a pasta station with every conceivable sauce, from Alfredo to Bolognese; cold plates of smoked salmon and homemade paté, and gorgeous fruit platters; hot entrees will include beef Wellington, honey-glazed salmon fillet, duck a l'orange, corned beef and cabbage, lamb stew, and spinach and goat-cheese-stuffed chicken breast. Desserts will include homemade holiday pudding, Irish sherry trifle, tiramisu, carrot cake, chocolate cake, and various chiffon pies. There will also be live music and a bagpiper from midnight on. Admission for adults is $49.50. 253 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, 305-445-3777.

Joia: Kick off your New Year's Eve celebration with a sumptuous dinner at this upscale and hip eatery. Early seatings are 7 p.m. Call for reservations. 150 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, 305-674-8871.

Les Deux Fontaines: Enjoy an à la carte menu and a live swing band at this wonderful oceanfront restaurant. No cover charge. 1230 Ocean Dr (Hotel Ocean), Miami Beach, 305-672-2579.

Macarena Restaurant: For New Year's Eve this Spanish restaurant offers a five-course meal and choice of wine or champagne per couple. Two seatings will be available. The first is at 7 p.m. and costs $70 per person. The second is at 9:30 p.m. and costs $130. Skip dinner and pay $30 at the door and enjoy the rhythms of a DJ and percussionist till 5 a.m. 1334 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, 305-531-3440.

Mark's South Beach: An elegant dinner is guaranteed at this upscale restaurant inside the Nash Hotel. Diners may choose from three dinner options. The first is an à la carte seating between 7 and 7:30 p.m. with a two-hour limit. Those wanting to stick around after their meal will be guided to the lounge, where they will be provided with a champagne toast and party favors. The second option is to dine at 9:30 p.m. A multicourse meal is served with a complimentary champagne toast. Call for prices and reservations. 1120 Collins Ave (Hotel Nash), Miami Beach, 305-604-9050.

Moroccan Nights: Enjoy the sensuous gyrations of professional belly dancers all night long this New Year's. Call for information. 9555 Harding Ave, Surfside.

Oasis Lounge: Enjoy live music and sultry belly dancing at this elegant restaurant/lounge. First seating is $75 per person, and second seating is $175 per person. The party goes on till dawn. 840 1st St, Miami Beach, 305-979-1421.

Pearl Champagne Lounge: An exquisite dinner prepared by Pearl's acclaimed chef Frank Jeanetti is guaranteed at this South Beach restaurant. A bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal champagne will accompany your meal. Throughout the night there will be live interactive entertainment and sensational music by a renowned DJ. Don't be late for the 9 p.m. seating. It's the only one there is. Tickets cost $350 per person. 1 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, 305-538-1111.