DansHamptons.com - Dan's Papers - December 21, 2007

Every year on December 31, the world unites as we hold our breath and cheer as the clock strikes midnight. This year, say your farewells to 2007 and express your joy and hope for the year ahead at your local restaurant.

Southampton Publick House will offer a special prix fixe on New Year's Eve from 5 to 10 p.m. The three-course special is $40 per person plus tax and gratuity. The celebration continues in the Taproom beginning at 10 p.m. with a DJ, party favors and a midnight champagne toast. There is a $10 cover charge at the door. For reservations please call (631) 283-2800.

Matto in East Hampton celebrates with a four-course prix fixe menu followed by music and dancing. The cost is $65 per person and reservations are required. For more information call (631) 329-0200.

The Patio at 54 Main in Westhampton Beach offers a prix fixe menu from 4 to 7 p.m. for $25 per person and $12.50 for children under age 12, plus tax and gratuity. At 9 p.m. the celebration continues. Enjoy cocktail hour, passed hors d'oeuvres, a four-course dinner, live music and dancing for $75 per person plus tax, gratuity and beverages. For reservations or further information, call The Patio at 54 Main at (631) 288-0100.

WEI FUN in East Hampton will be offering their "WEI two FUN" family style prix fixe. The menu is served family style for $19 per guest, there is a minimum of two people for this promotion and it is not available for takeout; the regular menu will also be served. For more information call (631) 329-2600.

Annona Restaurant in Westhampton Beach kicks off New Year's Eve at 6 p.m. with dinner followed by an after-dinner dance party beginning at 10 p.m. One will have a chance to win a 2007 Porsche Cayman S valued at $62,000. It will be won through a raffle to benefit Peconic Bay Medical Center. One thousand tickets at $100 each will be sold. The dance party will also cost $100 and includes snacks and an open bar till 1 a.m. For more information call (631) 288-7766.

Tierra Mar in Westhampton Beach presents a la carte dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. followed by a New Year's Eve bash from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The night includes serving stations, open bar and live music by the Billy Hill Band. Stations include raw bar, sushi bar, pasta, fruits, vegetables, cheese, carving station, Viennese station with chocolate fountain and coffee/tea. Admission is $75 in advance and $100 at the door including tax and gratuity. A cash bar will be available after 2 a.m. For more information or to make a reservation, call (631) 288-2700.

Legends Restaurant in New Suffolk rings in the New Year and celebrates their 14th anniversary with a special evening featuring dinner and music. Dinner will include a selection of popular menu items and New Year's Eve specials. Reservations are available beginning at 5 p.m. Prentiss McNeill with Fred Miner & Sahara will perform live oldies music in the pub beginning at 9 p.m. Admission is $15 for bar seating ($10 in advance) and $20 per person in the dining room (based on 4 guests per table). The restaurant will also be open New Year's Day. For reservations or further information about the restaurant, call (631) 734-5123.

Wildthyme Restaurant and Bar in Southampton rings in 2008 with "The Magic Eight Ball." The celebration features an eight-course dinner created by executive chef Michael Gomez paired with wines. Guests may dance into 2008 while a DJ spins tunes. Magic 8-tinis, champagne and fine wine will flow all night. Dinner will be served beginning at 8 p.m. and costs $125 per person. Drinks will be available for $50 per person at 11 p.m. A special three-course prix fixe will also be available for $29 per person from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Black tie is optional. For further information call Wildthyme Restaurant and Bar at (631) 204-0007.

MUSE Restaurant & Aquatic Lounge in Water Mill presents a special four-course dinner in honor of the new year on New Year's Eve. The first seating will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for $55 per person. The second seating will be from 9 to 11 p.m. for $85 per person and will include a champagne toast. The menu, created by Chef Matthew Guiffrida, will feature signature items. For more information call (631) 726-2606.