New Years Eve at AppleBee’s 42nd Street Times Square

Festive cocktail attire is recommended for Applebee's 42nd Street. Think upscale casual - nice jeans with a dressy top work, but avoid athletic wear, sneakers, or overly casual outfits. This is New Year's Eve in NYC, so bring your stylish A-game.

Your ticket includes:

Premium open bar (7 PM-Midnight) featuring top-shelf liquors, wine, beer, and cocktails for adults 21+; soft drinks for all ages
Chef's selection buffet with passed hors d'oeuvres throughout the evening
Buffet selections include: Avocado & Shrimp Ceviche, Beef Empanadas, Chicken Wontons, Sliced Top Sirloin, Fire Roasted Teriyaki Salmon, Penne Pasta Primavera, Roasted Garlic & Herb Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Bread Sticks
Dessert table available all evening
Live DJ entertainment
Champagne toast at midnight (non-alcoholic options for children)
Street escort option around 11:50 PM for outdoor ball drop viewing (subject to NYPD security conditions)
Party favors and festive atmosphere

Note: Street access for outdoor viewing is coordinated with NYPD but cannot be guaranteed due to security requirements. No refunds provided if outdoor access is unavailable.

Yes! Applebee's 42nd Street offers views of the Times Square Ball Drop from its location on 42nd Street between 7th and 8th Avenues. The venue features floor-to-ceiling windows facing the Times Square corridor. Additionally, venue staff coordinate a street escort option around 11:50 PM for outdoor viewing, though access depends on NYPD security conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

Doors open at 7:00 PM and we recommend arriving 15-30 minutes early to help with the check-in process. Applebee's 42nd Street is located at 234 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) - your ticket confirmation email will include specific arrival instructions. Important: You must enter through a specific NYPD entry point to access Times Square venues. Barricades are set up throughout the area, and you'll need your ticket to get through. Large crowds should be expected, so early arrival is recommended.

Yes! Applebee's 42nd Street welcomes guests of all ages for New Year's Eve. The celebration includes family-friendly atmosphere, buffet dinner, live entertainment, and soft drinks and non-alcoholic options available throughout the evening. Adults can enjoy the premium open bar while kids have age-appropriate beverages and fun. It's a great way for families to celebrate together in Times Square without splitting up or standing outside for hours.

Top shelf open bar runs 7 PM-12 AM.
Passed appetizers include avocado shrimp ceviche, double crunch boneless wings, beef empanadas, mini frankfurters in puff pastry, and chicken wontons. Buffet features sliced top sirloin with mushroom gravy, garlic herb chicken, fire roasted teriyaki salmon, smoky BBQ riblets, and creamy penne pasta primavera.
Sides include pomegranate arugula salad, grilled asparagus, garlic herb mashed potatoes, and garlic breadsticks.
Assorted desserts.
Menu subject to change.