Ring in 2026 with one of Northern Virginia’s exceptional New Year’s Eve dining experiences. From seafood and steak to rich, celebratory dishes, there’s no shortage of unforgettable menus to make your night sparkle.
Alexandria
Mia’s Italian Kitchen
Mia’s rings in the new year with indulgent entrees like a luxe veal chop parmigiana and Maine lobster ravioli tossed in a preserved lemon–caviar butter sauce. Toast to 2026 with a glass of Canella Prosecco Superiore or Pinot Noir Brut Rosé and start the year in true Italian style. 100 King St., Alexandria
Jula’s on the Potomac
At Jula’s on the Potomac features three special seating times, starting with a luxurious NYE luncheon and continuing through a memorable dinner service. The night culminates with a sparkling fireworks display over the Potomac. 44 Canal Center Plaza, 4th floor, Alexandria
Joe Theismann’s Restaurant
Say goodbye to 2025 at Joe Theismann’s with a 14-ounce drunken ribeye marinated in whiskey-soy and finished with garlic butter, plus a seared ahi tuna salad for a lighter celebration. A sip or two (or three) of La Marca Prosecco and Beau Joie Brut Champagne will keep glasses clinking well past midnight. 1800A Diagonal Rd., Alexandria
BARCA Pier
At BARCA, savor surf and turf skewers with za’atar-spiced scallops and aleppo shrimp, or delight in seared branzino served with caponata. 2 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria
Ada’s on the River
At Ada’s, enjoy miso-glazed Arctic char or elegant surf and turf and a stunning 14-ounce American wagyu ribeye aged 65 days. Each dish is crafted to feel celebratory and memorable, making it a spectacular way to usher in the new year. 3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria
The Majestic
Celebrate the arrival of 2026 at The Majestic with expertly crafted cocktails and hearty seasonal plates, then toast the new year in true Old Town style. 911 King St., Alexandria
Royal Restaurant
Indulge on New Year’s Eve at The Royal, featuring elevated classics like lobster thermidor with cognac sauce and cast iron NY strip au poivre with rosemary butter and crispy Brussels sprouts. 730 North Saint Asaph St., Alexandria
Arlington
Palette 22
Arlington’s most artistic celebration awaits at Palette 22, where NYE gets a pop of color, creativity, and sparkle. Enjoy brick oven pizza, pasta, and seafood as you sip champagne into 2026. 4053 Campbell Ave., Arlington
Falls Church
2941
Savor the exceptional cuisine of this award-winning restaurant with a four-course prix fixe menu priced at $165 per person. Indulge in dishes such as charcoal-grilled Elkhorn oysters, butter-poached lobster, mushroom madeira raviolini, dry-aged wagyu ribeye, and more. 2941 Fairview Park Ave., Falls Church
Great Falls
L’Auberge Chez Francois
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a lavish 7-course feast at L’Auberge Chez François. Enjoy the charm of award-winning decor, sparkling indoor and outdoor holiday lights, festive trees and flowers, and three roaring fireplaces. $147.00 to $158.00 per person, 332 Springvale Rd., Great Falls
Leesburg
Tuscarora Mill
Enjoy a special three-course prix fixe menu for New Year’s Eve or a la carte items. Options include seared jumbo sea scallops, duck breast, Chilean sea bass, roasted rack of lamb, bison short ribs, and more. 203 Harrison St., Leesburg
McLean
Divan
Ring in 2026 at Divan, where dining specials, the full regular menu, and a complimentary prosecco or nonalcoholic toast set the mood for a memorable night. Enjoy award-winning Persian and Mediterranean dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and a romantic, candlelit ambiance. 1313 Old Chain Bridge Rd., McLean
Reston
Davio’s Reston
Secure your spot for an exceptional New Year’s Eve dining experience at Davio’s. Savor a specially curated three-course menu featuring lobster fettuccine, filet mignon, lump crab, saffron risotto, asparagus, and béarnaise. Favorites from the regular menu are also available. 1902 Reston Metro Plaza, Reston
Sterling
Brasserie Royale
At Brasserie Royale, French-inspired cuisine meets a festive New Year’s Eve atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a carefully curated menu featuring classic brasserie dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and an elegant yet lively setting perfect for celebrating with friends and family. 46290 Cranston St., Sterling
Local Provisions
At Local Provisions, savor a curated three-course special menu that includes lobster risotto, oven-roasted beef strip loin, and warm chocolate cake. Guests can enjoy the regular menu of seasonal dishes with fresh local ingredients as well. 46286 Cranston St., Sterling
Vienna
Clarity
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Clarity with a four-course prix fixe menu that includes an amuse bouche, with the option to add a curated wine or whiskey pairing for an elevated celebration. 442 Maple Ave. East, Vienna
Washington, VA
Patty O’s Cafe & Bakery at The Inn at Little Washington
Patty O’s Café features a festive Champagne dinner perfectly timed so you can be home for midnight. Enjoy a luxurious five-course menu featuring oysters Rockefeller, truffled poulet à la crème or grilled king lamb chop, gâteau de deux chocolats glacé and more. $271 per person, plus tax and service; beverages not included. Middle and Main Streets, Washington
The Inn at Little Washington
The Inn at Little Washington’s America 250 festivities officially begin on New Year’s Eve with “We The People…”, the property’s most star studded evening of the year and a playful, sumptuous homage to George Washington’s historic “birthnight balls,” the elegant 18th-century parties held in his honor. For one night, guests of The Inn will be transported back to 1776, stepping into an immersive colonial fantasy complete with candlelit splendor, period flourishes, a festive tasting menu, and theatrically inspired details that echo the early days of the republic. Starting at $673 per guest, Middle and Main Streets, Washington
Feature image of Palette 22 courtesy Nina Palazzolo
