Balling On A Budget This New Year's Eve: MA Cheap Eats

MASSACHUSETTS — New Year's Eve and New Year's Day often brings a picture of "Great Gatsby" inspired parties, expensive meals and bottles of champagne. But what about if you're trying to save a few bucks?

Cooking at home, of course, can save money, but a couple of Massachusetts spots are providing more affordable options to ring in the New Year.

At Massachusetts' favorite chain spot, The Ninety Nine, diners can have a 16 oz. USDA Choice prime rib, crusted with a blend of seasonings and slow-roasted. The dish is served in its natural juices with a side of creamy horseradish sauce, au jus for dipping and a choice of two sides for $34.99.

The restaurant will also have other appetizer and entree options, including:

• Lobster Topped Baked Haddock — North Atlantic haddock baked with a sweet and tender lobster crumb stuffing. Served with two sides. $26.99

• New York Strip & Lobster Casserole — A flame-broiled 8 oz. New York strip topped with herbed garlic butter paired with North Atlantic lobster casserole baked with seasoned breadcrumbs and butter. Served with one side and a grilled lemon for a burst of flavor. $27.99
• Lobster Flatbread — Crisp flatbread glazed with a garlic lemon butter sauce topped with sweet and tender lobster meat and fresh grape tomatoes, finished with mozzarella and provolone cheeses. $14.99

The Ninety Nine will also offer a special cocktail menu for the holiday.

Brunch is also a cheaper option that what you'll pay for most New Year's Eve dinners. At Rowes Wharf Sea Grille, a New Year's Day brunch featuring classics with seasonal spins can be had for $65 per adult and $30 per child. See the menu here, and make reservations here.

Karma Asian Fusion locations in Winchester and Burlington will also be open for New Year's Eve.

Karma Burlington will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., with a special DJ appearance from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Karma Winchester will be open from 11:30 a.m. to midnight. The last seating will be at 11 p.m., and passed appetizers and drinks will be available from then until midnight.

Both locations will also be offering a New Year's beverage, a twist on the French 75. The Midnight 75 cocktail is a slightly floral, citrusy take that "enhances the drink’s refreshing nature."