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In NYC but still have no idea what to do this New Year's Eve? Check out these bars and restaurants for some ideas that definitely beat fighting with the crowds in Times Square.

Joonbug.com's Hudson Hotel New Year's Eve Bash

Doors open at 8pm for this party, which includes a 5 hour premium open bar from 9pm to 2am and champagne toast at midnight for all guests and will span the Hudson's bar, hall and library. And, Eclectic Method spinning. Tickets can be purchased by visiting http://joonbug.com/newyork/newyearseve

The Dream Downtown

New York City's newest and premier Hotel property located in the heart of the Meatpacking district on 355 W. 16th Street (between 8th and 9th Avenues). Jon Schwartz and David Schulman will host the first Annual New Years Eve Gala at the swanky hotel that will take over the entire first floor including The Gallery, Marble Lane & Marble Lane Lounge. The multi-talented Questlove will DJ the soiree that includes a 5-hour open bar (9pm-2am), 3 hours of passed hors d'eourves, a champagne toast at midnight and a live feed of Times Square ball drop. General admission tickets begin at $175 and can be purchased at http://nye2012.snaptickets.com/

DUO Restaurant & Lounge- New Years Eve Dinner

Duo Restaurant & Lounge has created a New Years Eve 2012 Menu that combines glitz, glamour, and decadence. Options off the celebratory 4 course menu include an elegant shrimp tartlet with a jalapeno lime gelee, decadent Forest Mushroom Ravioli & Duck Confit, hearty Veal Osso Bucco Ragu, and a quintessential Grilled Filet Mignon. Come and indulge at Duo Restaurant & Lounge for an unforgettable New Years Eve dinner. Starting at $65 a person the menu is delicious as it is affordable. DUO is located at 72 Madison Avenue @ 28th Street, and you can visit the restaurant online at www.duonewyork.com.

Viktor & Spoils - New Years Eve Party

The hottest taqueria and tequila bar on the Lower East Side invites you to join them for a New Years Eve that will transport you south of the border. Taco tastings by Chef John Keller, tequila and mescal pairings, mouth-watering hors d'oeuvres, and dessert will be served throughout the night as you wait for the ball to drop. Enjoy a live performance of The Gipsy Kings by El Cintro and raise your glass to the New Year with a champagne toast as you watch the live feed in Times Square. Viktor & Spoils is located at 105 Rivington Street. For more information log on to www.viktorandspoils.com.

CO-OP Food & Drink- New Years Eve Dinner and Dancing

Celebrate the New Year with one of the hippest restaurants in town, CO-OP Food & Drink. This year, enjoy the premium open bar from 9 PM- 2 AM, while indulging in a fabulous multi-course dinner by Chef John Keller. The night will feature hors d'oeuvres, dessert, and a champagne toast to the New Year as the countdown begins for the beginning of 2012. As you celebrate enjoy the musical styling's of DJ Michael Baltra. Sip champagne, munch on hors d'oeuvres, and be swept away by the chic ambiance at Co-Op Food & Drink this New Years Eve. Co-Op Food & Drink is located at 107 Rivington Street.

For more information go to www.co-oprestaurant.com.

Joonbug.com’s Deadmau5 Unhooked New Year’s Eve DJ Set at Pier 36

Joonbug.com will present EverAfter, a New Year’s Eve 2012's electronic dance music extravaganza, featuring a live performance by global phenomenon Deadmau5 unhooked. The party will take place at Pier 36, Manhattan's mammoth 64,000 square foot pier that juts out onto Manhattan’s East River with breathtaking views of the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges and the Statue of Liberty. On the most epic night of the year, dance music enthusiasts and New Year’s Eve partygoers alike will come together from all over the world and unite under one roof for the most full throttle New Year’s Eve event of the year. Tickets begin at $195 for general admission, which comes complete with a premium open bar from 8pm to midnight, and go up to the over-the-top $15,000 Best in Mau5 Exclusive Stage VIP Bottle Package, which includes everything from a table steps away from the stage, to admission for 15 guests and 9 bottles of premium liquor.

Jersey Shore Star Vinny Hosts Joonbug.com’s End of the Year Bash at AMC 34th Street

Small screen star Vinny from MTV’s Jersey Shore will celebrate in front of the big screens at AMC 34th Street's open bar gala. For one night only, AMC 34th St. will be transformed into a supper-club complete with a premium open-bar from 9pm to 2am, passed hors d’oeuvres and a buffet station. A world-renowned DJ will spin Vinny’s favorite hip-hop, rock & top 40 tracks before the countdown to 2012 begins. General admission tickets begin at $55 and go up to $115 for a Platinum VIP table ticket.

Joonbug.com’s All Access Pass To Party in Times Square with Karina Smirnoff

Experience the ultimate in New Year's Eve revelry with Joonbug.com’s 2nd Annual All Access Party Pass. The exclusive all-access party pass grants you access to 10 celebrations at the hottest bars, lounges and entertainment centers that Times Square has to offer. Karina Smirnoff will hostJoonbug.com’s New Year’s Eve Bash at Bowlmor Lanes Times Square (222 W. 44th Street) and additional all access venues include the AMC Empire 25, Aspen Social at The Stay Hotel, Espace and XVI Lounge. Pass holders receive 5-6 hours of premium open bars at every party and passed hors d’oeuvres or mini buffet options. Joonbug.com’s All Access Party Passes are available for $275.