Ring in the New Year with a Four-Course Dinner in Vineyard Haven

If you’re searching for a New Year’s Eve dinner in Vineyard Haven or googling “NYE restaurant near me” and hoping for something special, The Ocean Club Restaurant & Bar at 75 Main St, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 is planning a celebratory evening built around a refined four-course prix fixe menu.

On New Year’s Eve, guests are invited to enjoy a chef-driven experience featuring a welcome amuse-bouche, three savory courses, and a dessert course for $85 per person. For those who want to elevate the night even further, The Ocean Club is also offering a curated wine pairing for +$60 per person and a Mini Shellfish Platter supplement for +$30 per person.

Seating is limited for this special NYE prix fixe, and advance Ocean Club reservations are strongly recommended.

Start the Night: Chef’s Amuse & Welcome Bite

Your New Year’s Eve dinner begins with a festive amuse from the kitchen:

• Horseradish & Potato Fritter – topped with smoked salmon, crème fraîche, and paddlefish caviar.

It’s a bright, briny, and luxurious first taste that sets the tone for the evening ahead.

First Course: Classic Flavors with a Modern Edge

For the first course, guests choose one of three elevated starters that balance crisp, comforting, and coastal notes:

• Waldorf Salad
  Red & green endive, wood-grilled apple, roasted grapes, bacon lardon, and a crushed walnut vinaigrette.
• Bluefin Tuna Tartare
  Citrus & ginger ponzu, radish gremolata, and grilled sourdough.
  Enhancement: Add paddlefish caviar for an additional $30.
• Clam & Lobster Chowder
  Grilled leeks, confit tomato, and spiced labneh for a rich, New England–inspired bowl with a chef’s twist.

Second Course: Pasta & Warm Plates

The second course leans into hearty, comforting dishes that feel right at home on a winter New Year’s Eve:

• Lobster Scampi
  Fedilini pasta with sweet 100’s tomatoes, torn basil, and piri piri butter.
• Bolognese Lasagna
  Veal sugo layered with fontina béchamel, finished with arugula and shaved Parmesan.
• Exotic Mushroom Risotto
  Porcini and tiny vegetables in a truffled beurre blanc — a luxurious, vegetarian-friendly option.

Third Course: Showpiece Main Selections

For the third course, select from ocean-to-steakhouse entrées that make this NYE prix fixe feel truly celebratory:

• Wood Grilled Tuna Steak
  Served with lentils du Puy, sweet & sour beets, and a port wine & blood orange reduction.
• Grilled Filet Mignon
  Classic steak au poivre with porcini mushroom risotto and creamed spinach gratin.

Dessert Course: Finish on a Sweet High Note

New Year’s Eve deserves a memorable finale. For dessert, choose one of these indulgent endings:

• Bananas Foster Sundae
  Banana brûlée with rum raisin ice cream and candied walnuts.
• Falling Chocolate Cake
  Warm, rich chocolate cake with vanilla anglaise, strawberry coulis, and micro mint.
• Select of Sorbet
  A light and refreshing assortment served in an exotic fruit soup.

Optional Upgrade: Mini Shellfish Platter Supplement (+$30 pp)

For guests who want to lean into a full New Year’s Eve seafood experience, The Ocean Club offers a Mini Shellfish Platter supplement for +$30 per person:

• Wellfleet oysters
• Shrimp cocktail
• Lobster cocktail
• Tuna poke
• Crab cones

Add it to the table to share or enjoy as your own celebration-on-ice.

Curated Wine Pairing: Four Courses, Four Thoughtful Pours

To complement the menu, The Ocean Club is offering a curated wine pairing for +$60 per person, designed to move gracefully with the progression of your meal:

• Ridge Grenache Blanc | 2022, Napa, CA – a bright, textured white to pair with the opening bites and first course.
• Ayunta Nerello Mascalese Rosso | 2023, Sicily – elegant Sicilian red with enough lift and structure for pasta and seafood.
• Chateau Bellegrave Pauillac | Cabernet & Merlot 2017, Bordeaux – a classic Bordeaux pairing for the grilled filet and other rich mains.
• Fonseca 10 Year Tawny Port or Michele Chiarlo “Nivole” Moscato d’Asti – your choice of a nutty, warming Port or a lightly sparkling, aromatic Moscato to finish dessert.

Guests can also toast midnight (or simply the evening) with Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne, available at 28/56.

Pricing, Hours & Location for New Year’s Eve

The New Year’s Eve prix fixe at The Ocean Club is priced at $85 per person for the four-course dinner. Enhancements include:

• Curated wine pairing: +$60 per person
• Mini Shellfish Platter supplement: +$30 per person
• Optional caviar add-on for Bluefin Tuna Tartare: +$30

Hours & Location:
The Ocean Club Restaurant & Bar
75 Main St, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
Bar: Wednesday – Sunday, 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Dining Room & Kitchen: Wednesday – Sunday, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

How to Book Ocean Club Reservations for New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve at The Ocean Club is a special, one-night-only experience with limited seating. To secure your table for this NYE prix fixe dinner, reservations should be made in advance.

Reserve your New Year’s Eve dinner online:

 Book the New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe at The Ocean Club on OpenTable 

The OpenTable experience link allows you to select your preferred time, note party size, and add any special requests. Because this is a set New Year’s Eve dinner with a defined menu and seating, walk-in availability may be very limited.

New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe at The Ocean Club: FAQs

• Is the wine pairing required?

  No. The curated wine pairing is completely optional and is available for an additional $60 per person. You’re welcome to order beverages à la carte instead.

• What does the $85 per person price include?

  The $85 prix fixe includes a chef’s amuse-bouche, three savory courses, and a dessert course, with your choice of dishes in each course as listed on the New Year’s Eve menu.

• How do I add the Mini Shellfish Platter supplement?

  The Mini Shellfish Platter (+$30 per person) can typically be added when you reserve via the OpenTable New Year’s Eve experience or requested once you are seated. If you know you’d like it, noting it in your reservation helps the kitchen plan ahead.

• Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

  If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, please include details in the notes section of your OpenTable reservation or contact the restaurant directly prior to New Year’s Eve so the team can advise on possible options.

• Is this menu available for children?

  The New Year’s Eve prix fixe is designed as a special-occasion, multi-course dinner. If you’re planning to bring younger guests, reach out to The Ocean Club in advance to discuss options.

• How far in advance should I book?

  Because seating for this New Year’s Eve dinner is limited, early reservations are recommended. Once the OpenTable experience shows as fully booked for a given time, additional tables may not be available.