2024 has been a year of great uncertainty. Nothing stops time and we can’t roll it back. But lets embrace the coming year with open arms.
It’s that one night of the year where it’s OK to wear goofy party hats, make squawky noises with party favours and throw confetti. It’s a night where anything goes – ticketed nightclubs, a hotel getaway, house parties, pub crawling, hosting a pregame sports social, or staying home to watch the ball drop.
And if you enjoy full-flavoured dishes prepared with care, invite a few friends to any one of St. Albert restaurants and bars preparing to make the last day of the year extra special. There’s a wide selection from pub food to gourmet inspired dishes. Choices run from Cajun, Italian, and Irish to Mediterranean, East Indian and Asian fusion.
Argos Bar/Bistro
#101 – 150 Bellerose Dr.
780-569-1199
This newly opened Mediterranean restaurant rings in the New Year with rich flavours from the old world. The three-course set menu starts with a mixed tapas platter. The entrée is a choice between Lobster Ravioli, Beef Tenderloin or Lamb Shank. The grand finish is Nutella Toffee Pudding Cake. Seatings at 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Cajun House
7 St. Anne St., Professional Bldg.
780-460-8772
This Cajun-Creole restaurant offers their regular Christmas a la carte menu where selections are priced individually. Several suggested seasonal features include dill and cucumber salmon, chipotle beef tenderloin, cinnamon pork tenderloin, blackened catfish, jelly chicken and gingerbread cheesecake. Settings are at 5 p.m. 6 p.m., 7:15 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Central Social Hall
#28 - 525 St. Albert Trail
780-569-5044
Central Social Hall keeps New Year’s Eve casual. It offers both a regular open menu and a special three-course dinner. Expect an appetizer, entrée and dessert. DJ plays upbeat, alt pop Top 40 hits before the countdown. Reservations recommended.
Century Casino St. Albert
24 Boudreau Road
780-460-8092
Century Casion features a chef-inspired plated appetizer, salad, buffet entrée and plated dessert. The Oddibles turn popular cover hits into energizing dance music. Party favors and midnight toast. Tables are for two to six people. Ticket price is $109.95 per person.
Crown & Tower Pub
11 Bellerose Drive
780-459-3393
Since Crown & Tower enjoys Crazy Wing Night every Tuesday, the pub will continue the tradition on New Year’s Eve. MZ and the Remedy play classic rock, blues, country and pop from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Party favours and midnight champagne served. No cover. Call for reservations.
Dicey Reilly's
#104 - 398 St. Albert Trail
780-569-4774
The Irish pub offers three festive options: a roast beef dinner, a chicken dinner and vegetarian pasta. This year Dicey Reilly’s entertainment is The DTs, a contemporary band that plays a combo of rock, blues and pop. Party favours and champagne. Tickets are $50 per person. Doors open at 6 p.m. for dinner. $10 cover charge after 9 p.m. Reservations recommended. Tickets can be purchased at the pub.
LB’s Pub
23 Akins Drive
780-460-9100
LB’s Pub dishes up either a prime rib dinner or a roast chicken option with twice stuffed potato, seasonal vegetables and garden greens for $60 per person. This year’s entertainment features Party Darts Band performing country and classic rock covers. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner served at 7 p.m. and entertainment at 9 p.m. Midnight champagne. Dance tickets only are $20.
Luisa Risto
8 Perron Street, Unit 104
780-458-6749
The Italian restaurant will serve dinner from its regular menu as well as one special – Osso Buco. The braised lamb shanks are slowly cooked in a red wine and tomato reduction and served on a plate of fettuccine. $45 per plate. The restaurant has limited seating. Reservations recommended.
XIX Nineteen Kitchen & Bar
104 – 150 Bellerose Dr.
780-569-1819
In their lounge, XIX Nineteen rings in the New Year with a la cart options from the regular menu. Instead, the restaurant serves a set three-course dinner. There is a choice of three appies: gruyere cheese croquettes, Ahi tuna twists or wagyu beef gyoza. Entrées range from coconut Atlantic salmon to aged 10 oz. Picanha steak to creamy Chicken Cordon Bleu. Dessert selections vary from Butter Cake, Hazelnut Chocolate or Sticky Toffee Cake. Reservations recommended.
Out of Bounds Restaurant
Cattail Crossing Golf & Winter Club
780-973-6696
Out of Bounds plans a gourmet buffet dinner with bubbly served at 11 p.m. Duelling Divas perform for the all-request portion of the evening. Doors open at 6 p.m. and close on Wednesday at 1:30 a.m. Ticket price is $140 plus GST and fees.
Riverbank Bistro
8 Mission Ave.
587-290-1655
Chef Daniel Ducharme has created a set menu centered around a choice of three appetizers, three entrees and a vegetarian option on request. The sweet finish is a choice between Chocolate Cremeux Tart or a Vanilla and Buttermilk Pana Cotta. The dinner is $120 per person with additional wine pairing for $29 per person. Reservations recommended.
Sorrentino’s Cucina & Bar
595 St. Albert Trail
780-459-1411
This staple of Italian cuisine offers its regular menu along with several chef specials as starters, entrées and desserts. All items are individually priced. Reservations recommended.
Tandoori Fuzion
1115 St. Albert Trail
780-459-4808
This East Indian restaurant offers its grand buffet starting at 4 p.m. The buffet includes seven main dishes, three appetizers, bread, rice, salads and several desserts. Several main dishes include butter chicken, chilli fish, goat curry, vegetable korma and chana masala. Appetizers include fish pakora and samosas while dessert is mango pudding and galub jamun (sweet confectionery). The cost is $34.95 per person. Children five to 12 years half-price. Reservations recommended.
The Ridge Social Eatery
4 Versailles Avenue
587-290-3463
The eatery’s New Year’s Eve special starts with a glass of sparkling wine and an oyster. The appetizer is a choice between a Waldorf Salad or a traditional Caesar Salad. The main course is an eight-ounce Triple A sirloin steak and lobster tail with potatoes and a root vegetable medley. Dessert is a molten lava cake or vanilla bean crème brulée. Dinner will be served from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. The cost is $125 per person plus GST. Book reservations before Dec. 27.
