![]() ![]() He is a Global Ambassador for UNICEF, has received the Hispanic Federation's "Humanitarian Award" and the Human Rights Campaign's "National Visibility Award." The City of New York declared "Ricky Martin Day" to honor his musical legacy and charitable work. Martin has championed HIV and AIDS causes and founded the Ricky Martin Foundation, which actively fights against human trafficking and modern-day slavery. He's next set to star in the highly anticipated Apple TV series Palm Royale, alongside Laura Dern, Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney, and Carol Burnett. The Puerto Rico native is also an accomplished actor, flexing his chops and earning an Emmy nomination in FX's The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story. Price: $80 Hours: Two seating, 5 pm to 7 pm, or 9 pm to 11 pm. Price: $75 Hours: 7 pm to 11 pm bar open until 2 amīroken Barrel Up in The Woodlands, chef Hilda Ysusi is serving a three-course menu for New Year’s Eve that includes dishes such as tuna tartare with edamame puree, scallops with pear and walnut risotto, and baked Alaska. Stick around until midnight for a complimentary champagne toast. Dishes include lump crab ravioli, parmesan risotto with truffles, lamb chops with trumpet mushrooms, and a chocolate gianduja stack. Weights + Measures The Midtown favorite is stepping things up on New Year’s Eve with an eclectic four-course menu that show off chef Richard Kaplan’s diverse skill set. Price: $59 for the special menu, other items a la carte. On New Year’s Eve, the restaurant will be open continuously from 11 am until 2 am with food and drinks, including a special four-course menu that features dishes like tuna poke in a jar, 12-ounce Prime New York strip, and mini sticky toffee pudding. Moxie’s The newly opened sports lounge near the Galleria has gotten off to a strong start thanks to its eclectic menu and friendly service. Price: $100 (bar and show only) or $165 to $185 for dinner and drinks Hours: 7:30 pm to 1:30 am Really, any party that features a 30-foot long dessert bar sounds like it will be well worth the cost. Picos The Houston classic goes all-out on New Year’s Eve with a decadent four-course dinner, live music, cigar rolling station, and open bar. Stay until midnight for a complimentary champagne toast. Lobster and shrimp dumplings, a “decadent” sashimi platter, and a surf-and-turf of lobster tempura with Japanese wagyu beef should make for a memorable meal. Roka Akor This River Oaks-area newcomer shows off its upscale, Japanese-inspired cuisine with a six-course tasting menu. ![]() As for the food, executive chef Danny Trace will present a four-course menu that includes the restaurant’s signature cacio e pepe with black truffle, tuna crudo with foie gras freeze, and Harris Ranch Prime filet. Potente Astros owner Jim Crane will have the Commissioner’s Trophy on display at Potente (which he also owns), and diners are invited to pose for a photo. Price: Free or $25 per person for table reservations. Food and drink specials available all night. Vintage arcade games, Polaroid cameras, and more will add to the vintage atmosphere, while DJ Gonz spins retro tunes. ![]() Watch 16 Candles and Pretty in Pink for style inspiration, because attendees will vote on a prom king and queen. ![]() MKT Bar Say Anything and get Footloose at this party that celebrates the decade when MTV ruled music and portable phones were the size of a brick. Price: Free to attend, food and drinks per item. Between snacks, dance away while a DJ spins tunes. The downtown food hall will transform itself into a Hawker-style night market with small plates of food under $6 each, $15 bottles of champagne from the Noble Rot wine bar, and $10 bottles of specialty beers. Conservatory Looking for a less expensive option? Consider Conservatory. ![]()
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