Spend time with friends and loved ones during the best party night of the year. In fact, party like it’s 2003.
Here are some of the local bars and restaurants offering convenient party packages for the holidays.
Rogo’s
The neighborhood will be partying all night long at Rogo’s, one of Hoboken’s most popular bars. With a champagne toast at midnight and a variety of party favors, Rogo’s also has accommodations available in their private party room. The bar is located at 734 Willow Ave. For more information, call (201) 217-1512.
Farside
It’s time to party, and for just $10, the Farside will offer a buffet, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. It’s a bargain at the Farside. It’s located at 531 Washington St. For more information call the venue at (201) 963-7677.
Oddfellows
At Hoboken’s Oddfellows, ring in the new year with a funky DJ, seven entrée New Orleans buffets, all you can drink premium liquor, a midnight champagne toast, and party favors for $80 per person. Owner Liz Stirling and her staff will celebrate the venue’s 10th anniversary New Orleans-style New Year’s Eve bash. Oddfellows is located at 80 River St. For more information call (201) 656-9009. Oddfellows will offer a similar package for just $40 per person at its Jersey City location at 111 Montgomery St. For more information call (201) 433-6999.
Hennessy’s
Party with top DJs and entertainers at the cozy pub located in the busy downtown club scene in the mile-square city. For $70, Hennessy’s will offer live entertainment, a large buffet, and an open bar for New Year’s. Patrons are encouraged to come early. Hennessy’s is located at 32 Newark St. For more information all (201) 216-1766.
Scotland Yard
The popular downtown Hoboken spot located at 72 Hudson St. will host a party with live music and drink specials. The party starts at 9 p.m. For more information call (201) 222-9273 or visit www.scotlandyardbar.com.
Whiskey Bar
Dear Liza will perform at the Whiskey Bar all night long during New Year’s Eve. The band is what every major record label would consider an artist with a great future, according to Whiskey Bar owner Jeff Debruycker. There’s a cover to get in, and a champagne toast at midnight. The Whiskey Bar is located at 125 Washington St. in Hoboken. For more information call (201) 963-3400 or visit www.whiskey-bar.com
Maxwell’s
The formidable restaurant and marquee nightclub in the mile-square city will feature the sounds of Luna. The show starts at 9 p.m. and tickets are $30. Maxwell’s is located at 1039 Washington St. For more information call (201) 798-0406 or visit www.maxwellsnj.com.
Willie McBride’s
Screaming Broccoli will headline the best party night of the year at McBride’s. Tickets are $80 and include open bar from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Also, one lucky couple will have the chance to win a trip to Ireland.
McBride’s is located at 616 Grand St. in Hoboken. For more information call (201) 610-1522 or visit www.williemcbrides.com.
Iron Monkey
Downtown Jersey City will be in full swing for New Year’s, as the guys at Iron Monkey Restaurant and Bar at 97 Greene St. will be offering dinner packages and drink specials. For more information, call (201) 435-5756 or visit www.ironmokey.com.
Madison
Enjoy what uptown Hoboken’s nightlife hangout has to offer. For only $125 per person, the Madison will feature open bar from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., hors d’oeuvres, buffet table and continental breakfast. There will be music and a toast at midnight. The Madison Bar and Grill is located at 1316 Washington St. For more information call (201) 386-0300 or visit www.madisongrill.com.
McMahon’s Brownstone Ale House
Located at 1034 Willow Ave., McMahon’s will feature entertainment, open bar from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., hot buffet, hats, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight for $70. McMahon’s is located at 1034 Willow Ave. in Hoboken. For more information call (201) 798-5650 or visit www.mcmahonsbrownstonebar.com.
P.J. Ryan’s
The famous Eamonn Ryan Band will entertain guests with their traditional Irish music at P.J. Ryan’s at First Street and Marin Boulevard in Jersey City. The venue will feature open bar, buffet, and champagne toast for their New Year’s Eve bash. For more information call (201) 239-7373.
The Merchant
Celebrate the New Year at The Merchant Bar and Restaurant at 279 Grove St. in Jersey City. DJ music, open bar, and a champagne toast and a good time is what patrons can expect for New Year’s Eve, at a reasonable price. For more information call (201) 200-0202 or visit www.themerchantnj.com.
Sushi Lounge
DJ Joe Black will spin at the Sushi Lounge during New Year’s Eve from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. The cost is $50 and it includes door prizes, champagne, and a top-shelf open bar. For more information call (201) 386-1117 or visit www.sushilounge.com. The venue is located at 200 Hudson St. q