8 Best Bars to Celebrate the New Year in Rhode Island!

In the Ocean State, New Year Eve usually means excellent seafood, fabulous waterfront bars, and restaurants, and dance parties, and this year is no different. From champagne toasts, tons of party favors, and live entertainment to open bars and prix fixe meals, Rhode Island is the place to be to welcome in the new year. So join us as we explore the eight best bars to celebrate the new year in Rhode Island.

Rooftop at the Providence G, Providence, RI

Visit The Rooftop at the Providence G on New Year's Eve! Savor a three-course prix fixe dinner prepared by their exceptional culinary team while enjoying unmatched city views. Adam Hanna, a singer and guitarist, will serenade you live from 6 to 9 p.m. With Providence G's Rooftop, make this New Year's Eve one to remember!

The Riviera Restaurant, East Providence, RI

Enjoy a stylish New Year's celebration! Join The Riviera Restaurant on December 31st for an amazing evening of dancing, excellent dining, and music. As you savor a complete dinner course with unlimited wine and champagne, the World Premier Band will wow you with an incredible performance. Make this a memorable New Year's Eve by dressing to impress.

Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort, Lincoln, RI

Let the good times begin at Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort! This premier food, gaming, and entertainment destination is the ideal spot to start the new year. Savor a thrilling evening filled with gaming, food, and live entertainment; you can be certain that it will be unforgettable. Come celebrate and have a great time at Bally's Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort as you ring in the new year!

The Coast Guard House, Narragansett, RI

For many years, the Coast Guard House Restaurant has been the gold standard for a fantastic New Year's Eve event. This seaside restaurant has been open for more than 70 years and boasts a spectacular view of Narragansett Bay. With an unparalleled ambiance and an exquisite menu that highlights locally farmed seafood, The Coast Guard House is the place to ring in the new year.

Ladder 133, Providence, RI

The ideal place to start the new year is Ladder 133 Kitchen & Social in Providence! This multi-level, avant-garde establishment serves delectable pub, Italian, classic American meals and carefully chosen creative cocktails. With 4,000 square feet of party area and colorful décor, there's no better place to bid farewell to the past and welcome the future than this one! At Ladder 133 Kitchen & Social, fit 2024 with style and make it a remarkable start to the year.

TwoTen Oyster Bar & Grill, South Kingstown, RI

For a waterfront New Year's celebration, TwoTen Oyster Bar & Grill is the place to be! This seafood restaurant in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, is the ideal place to celebrate the start of the new year. It serves fresh local food and creative drinks and hosts dinner events all season long, including happy hour and Beatz & bingo. TwoTen is sure to be the finest place to spend the holiday, accepting reservations and walk-ins!

Newport Blues Cafe, Newport, RI

Discover the charm of the Newport Blues Cafe this New Year's Eve and escape the routine. This widely recognized theater, housed in historic Newport, Rhode Island, has an impressive 26 years of expertise showcasing the finest in jazz, funk, hip-hop, classic, progressive, and indie rock on its stage. Saddle up for an incredible New Year's party with Brian Foley's well-known classic!

DeWolf Tavern, Bristol, RI

At the quaint DeWolf Tavern, celebrate New Year's like never before. Tucked away in the heart of ancient Bristol, Rhode Island, the waterfront tavern offers an upstairs fireplace area with a bay view and an outdoor patio for sipping refreshing cocktails. Savor Chef Sai's award-winning food and raise a glass to a prosperous new year. At the DeWolf Tavern, ring in the new year in style.

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