{"id":12803,"date":"2008-12-20T00:29:51","date_gmt":"2008-12-20T00:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thesunsetstrip.com\/2008\/12\/20\/sunset-strip-2008-holiday-and-new-years-eve-guide\/"},"modified":"2017-12-21T16:20:54","modified_gmt":"2017-12-22T00:20:54","slug":"sunset-strip-2008-holiday-and-new-years-eve-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thesunsetstrip.com\/sunset-strip-2008-holiday-and-new-years-eve-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunset Strip 2008 Holiday And New Years Eve Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='booster-block booster-read-block'>\n                <div class=\"twp-read-time\">\n                \t<i class=\"booster-icon twp-clock\"><\/i> <span>Read Time:<\/span>8 Minute, 26 Second                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div><p>\nThe lights shine a little brighter and the carols rock a little harder on the Sunset Strip. From shopping along the glittering boulevard to innovative restaurants and spectacular music events, the Sunset Strip invites you to add some spice to your holiday season.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>DECEMBER EVENTS<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Thursdays at The Standard <br \/>\n<\/strong>Dec. 4, 11 and 18 <br \/>\n8300 Sunset Boulevard | 323.650.9090 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.standardhotels.com\/\">www.standardhotels.com<\/a> <br \/>\nEnjoy a live DJ and food and drink specials from 6\u20139 p.m. while relaxing in The Standard\u2019s Cactus Lounge.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Pussycat Dolls at the Viper Room<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 5, 6, 19, 20, 26 and 27 <br \/>\n8852 Sunset Boulevard | 310.358.1881 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.viperroom.com\/\">www.viperroom.com<\/a> <br \/>\nNaughty and nice, the Pussycat Dolls bring some extra cheer to The Strip.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Steel Panther at the Key Club <br \/>\n<\/strong>Dec. 8, 15, 22 and 29 <br \/>\n9039 Sunset Boulevard | 310.274.5800 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.keyclub.com\/\">www.keyclub.com<\/a> <br \/>\nRock out this holiday season with famous \u201980s heavy metal comedy act Steel Panther.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Camp Freddy at The Roxy Theatre<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 9, 16 and 23 <br \/>\n9009 Sunset Boulevard | 310.278.9457 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theroxyonsunset.com\/\">www.theroxyonsunset.com<\/a> <br \/>\nCamp Freddy ushers in the holiday spirit with a December residency at The Roxy Theatre. You never know who may stop by\u2026\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>&#8220;Tuesday Tastings&#8221; at One Sunset<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 9, 16, 23 and 30 <br \/>\n8730 Sunset Boulevard | 310.657.0111 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.the1group.com\/\">www.the1group.com<\/a> <br \/>\nIndulge in executive chef Jason Marcus\u2019 \u201cOne of Almost Everything\u201d tasting menu every Tuesday night. For only $45 per person, satisfy your cravings with five courses sampling the menu, and for one dollar more, complete the dining experience with a bottle of select wine.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Live Nation Presents Zappa Plays Zappa at The Roxy Theatre <br \/>\n<\/strong>Dec. 10, 11, 12 and 13 <br \/>\n9009 Sunset Boulevard | 310.278.9457 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theroxyonsunset.com\/\">www.theroxyonsunset.com<\/a> <br \/>\nDweezil Zappa leads an extraordinary band during a four-night stay at The Roxy Theatre. Each night features a unique set filled with Frank Zappa classics and more.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Jim Norton at the Viper Room<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 12 and 13 <br \/>\n8852 Sunset Boulevard | 310.358.1881 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.viperroom.com\/\">www.viperroom.com<\/a> <br \/>\nComedian Jim Norton takes over the Viper Room for two nights. Early and late show sets both nights.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Carrie Fisher Signing at Book Soup<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 16 <br \/>\n8818 Sunset Boulevard | 310.659.3110 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.booksoup.com\/\">www.booksoup.com<\/a> <br \/>\nLegendary actress Carrie Fisher presents and signs \u201cWishful Drinking\u201d at Book Soup, 7 p.m.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Ozomatli &#038; Chali 2na at the House of Blues Sunset Strip <br \/>\n<\/strong>Dec. 18, 19 and 20 <br \/>\n8430 Sunset Boulevard | 323.848.5100 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hob.com\/\">www.hob.com<\/a> <br \/>\nLatin-infused, rock, funk, hip-hop, jazz hybrid Ozomatli headlines a three-night stay at House of Blues with founding member Chali 2na.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>A Holiday Stroll at Sunset Plaza<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 19 and 20 <br \/>\nSunset Plaza Drive at Sunset Boulevard <br \/>\nAn evening of good, old fashioned holiday cheer featuring a musical performance by Definitely Dickens Hol\u00aciday Carolers, late night shopping and complimentary hot chocolate and baked goods from Buttercake Bakery. At Sunset Plaza, 6\u20139 p.m.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>BLT Steak Christmas Eve Dinner<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 24 <br \/>\n8720 Sunset Boulevard | 310.360.1950 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bltsteak.com\/\">www.bltsteak.com<\/a> <br \/>\nBLT Steak will feature a special Christmas Eve menu with delectable offerings such as chestnut apple and celery soup with sage croutons and cr\u00e8me fraiche; wild mushroom risotto; roasted legs of lamb with olive tapenade and rosemary and confit lemon jus; marinated Alaskan baked cod with Acacia honey and parsnip puree; maple whipped sweet potatoes; and snow white layer cake with cranberry compote and Grand Marnier reduction. Please call for reservations.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Holiday Meal at Cabo Cantina<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 25 <br \/>\n8301 Sunset Boulevard | 323.822.7820 <br \/>\nCabo Cantina celebrates the holidays with an all-you-can-eat holiday meal with turkey and all the sides for only $6.95. Or stop by for our famous two-for-one happy hour from 4\u20138 p.m. Open normal business hours, 4 p.m.\u2013midnight, on Christmas Eve and Day. Cabo Cantina is also accepting reservations for holiday parties. We can customize our menu to fit any need or budget. Reserve a single section or the entire restaurant for your holiday party. Call our office at 323.822.0849 for more information.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Holidays at The Sunset Trocadero<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 25 <br \/>\n8280 Sunset Boulevard | 323.656.7161 <br \/>\nThe Sunset Trocadero is open Christmas Eve and Day and will serve a full food and drink menu until 2 a.m. Happy hour from 6\u20138 p.m. features half-priced drinks and specialty martinis. Sunset Trocadero is available for your holiday parties. We can custom cater our extensive menu to fit any needs or budget, offering tray passes and party platters for large groups. We can accommodate all sized groups by reserving the entire restaurant or a single section for your exclusive special occasion. For more information, please call our office at 323.822.0849. Let us make your holiday party unforgettable.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Grafton on Sunset<\/strong> <br \/>\nDec. 1-31 8462 Sunset Boulevard | 323.654.4600 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.graftononsunset.com\/\">www.graftononsunset.com<\/a> <br \/>\nThe Grafton on Sunset invites you to \u201cSleep on Sunset!\u201d and rock on with super discounts this holiday season. Call today and receive 10 percent off your December stay. Plus, book more than two nights and look forward to a free upgrade. Offer based on availability and not valid with other offers or discounts. Party like a rock star by night, or sleep-in during the day at this hip West Hollywood hotel.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>NEW YEAR\u2019S EVE<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<br \/>\n<strong>BLT Steak<\/strong> <br \/>\n8720 Sunset Boulevard | 310.360.1950 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bltsteak.com\/\">www.bltsteak.com<\/a> <br \/>\nBLT Steak presents a special New Year\u2019s Eve blackboard menu, with options including Maine lobster bisque; roasted \u201cMillbrook\u201d venison loin with chestnuts, braised savoy cabbage and huckleberry-juniper sauce; marinated Alaskan black cod with Acacia honey and parsnip puree; truffled mac n cheese with a parmesan crust; and strawberry mousse cake with champagne gelato and chocolate dipped strawberries. Please call for reservations.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>BOA Steakhouse<\/strong> <br \/>\n8462 Sunset Boulevard | 323.650.8383 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.boasteak.com\/\">www.boasteak.com<\/a> <br \/>\nBOA Steakhouse offers an early and late seating for New Year\u2019s Eve dining. The 6 \/ 6:30 p.m. seating will feature the normal menu, while the 9 \/ 9:30 p.m. seating features the full menu as well as a four-course pre-fixe option with a champagne toast at midnight ($125 per person). The lounge is open to the public.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>New Year\u2019s Eve Fiesta and New Year\u2019s Day Brunch at Cabo Cantina<\/strong> <br \/>\n8301 Sunset Boulevard | 323.822.7820 <br \/>\nEnjoy Cabo Cantina\u2019s famous two-for-one happy hour from 4\u20138 p.m. on New Year\u2019s Eve. Cabo will be open for extended hours from 4 p.m.\u20132 a.m., and will open at noon on New Year\u2019s Day for a brunch featuring bloody marias.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Gordon Ramsay at the London West Hollywood <br \/>\n<\/strong>1020 N. San Vicente Boulevard | 310.358.7788 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gordonramsay.com\/gratthelondonwh\">www.gordonramsay.com\/gratthelondonwh<\/a> <br \/>\nReserve your place at the table and enjoy either a five- or seven-course gourmet dinner at the celebrated Gordon Ramsay at the London West Hollywood. The early 5\u20138 p.m. seating features five courses ($85 per person), while the later 8:30\u201310 p.m. seating features seven ($130 per person).\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Snoop Dogg at the House of Blues Sunset Strip <br \/>\n<\/strong>8430 Sunset Boulevard | 323.848.5100 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hob.com\/\">www.hob.com<\/a> <br \/>\nSpend New Year\u2019s with music icon and rap superstar Snoop Dogg.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Isla <\/strong><br \/>\n8877 Sunset Boulevard | 310.657.8100 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.islacantina.com\/\">www.islacantina.com<\/a> <br \/>\nIsla will be transformed into a glittering champagne cantina featuring south of the border influenced California cuisine and fabulous drink specials all set to an electro house beat.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Katana <\/strong><br \/>\n8439 Sunset Boulevard | 323.650.8585 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.katanarobata.com\/\">www.katanarobata.com<\/a> <br \/>\nKatana offers two seating times for New Year\u2019s Eve dining. The first seating at 6 p.m. features the regular menu plus specials. The second seating at 9 \/ 9:30 p.m. features a five-course dinner with dessert and a champagne toast at midnight ($150 per person). Non-diners may enjoy the DJ and dancing on the patio ($25 at the door, includes one drink).\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Mirabelle Restaurant<\/strong> <br \/>\n8768 Sunset Boulevard | 310.659.6022 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mirabelleonsunset.com\/\">www.mirabelleonsunset.com<\/a> <br \/>\nCelebrate at Mirabelle\u2019s annual New Year\u2019s bash, featuring a DJ and three-course dinner with a champagne toast ($89 per person). Nonna of Italy 9255 Sunset Boulevard | 310.270.4455 Nonna of Italy invites you to enjoy a cozy, comfortable meal this New Year\u2019s. Call to verify reservation times.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>One Sunset Black Tie And Lingerie Masquerade Ball<\/strong> <br \/>\n8730 Sunset Boulevard | 310.657.0111 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.the1group.com\/\">www.the1group.com<\/a> <br \/>\nEnjoy passed hors d\u2019oeuvres from 9\u201311 p.m., a champagne toast at midnight, special guest DJ and an open bar. Pre-sale tickets are available for $100, or $125 at the door. Bottle service packages are also available.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Rainbow Bar &#038; Grill<\/strong> <br \/>\n9015 Sunset Boulevard | 310.278.4232 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rainbowbarandgrill.com\/\">www.rainbowbarandgrill.com<\/a> <br \/>\nJoin revelers at the Rainbow\u2019s annual New Year\u2019s Eve celebration.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Indie 103.1 Presents The Wailers at The Roxy Theatre<\/strong> <br \/>\n9009 Sunset Boulevard | 310.278.9457 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theroxyonsunset.com\/\">www.theroxyonsunset.com<\/a> <br \/>\nRing in 2009 with legendary reggae group The Wailers.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>SkyBar at Mondrian Black And White Masquerade Ball<\/strong> <br \/>\n8440 Sunset Boulevard | 323.650.8999 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mondrianhotel.com\/\">www.mondrianhotel.com<\/a> <br \/>\nAlways in style, the renowned SkyBar features a New Year\u2019s Eve bash complete with a fashion show by bebe. For tickets and table reservations, email <a href=\"mailto:skybarla@morganshotelgroup.com\">skybarla@morganshotelgroup.com<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>The Sunset Trocadero<\/strong> <br \/>\n8280 Sunset Boulevard | 323.656.7161 <br \/>\nThe Sunset Trocadero features a happy hour with half-priced drinks, specialty martinis and champagne until 8 p.m. on New Year\u2019s Eve. Full food and drink menu served until 2 a.m.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Sushi On Sunset East\/West Fusion<\/strong> <br \/>\n8264 Sunset Boulevard | 323.656.8377 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sushionsunset.com\/\">www.sushionsunset.com<\/a> <br \/>\nIndulge in innovative sushi while experiencing the history of The Strip through colorfully named drinks and dishes.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>LA Riots \/ Mattie Safer at the Viper Room<\/strong> <br \/>\n8852 Sunset Boulevard | 310.358.1881 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.viperroom.com\/\">www.viperroom.com<\/a> <br \/>\nSet the dance floor on fire this New Year\u2019s Eve with LA Riots and Mattie Safer.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>New Years Eve Rock N\u2019 Roll Celebration at the Whisky A Go-Go <br \/>\n<\/strong>8901 Sunset Boulevard | 310.652.4202 | <a href=\"http:\/\/www.whiskyagogo.com\/\">www.whiskyagogo.com<\/a> <br \/>\nThe Strip comes alive at this legendary rock and roll 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