BY AHMED AL BALIUSHI
We’ve rounded up our favourite spots for a fabulous New Year’s Eve in Muscat. Here’s to welcoming 2026 in style, and to the incredible hospitality that’s carried us through 2025.
New Year’s Eve Dinner at The Chedi Lawn
Welcome 2026 beneath the stars at The Chedi Lawn, where understated glamour meets timeless elegance. The evening unfolds with a chic cocktail reception, followed by an exquisite gala dinner and an open-air celebration as guests dance into the new year. A dedicated Kids’ Corner ensures a seamless experience for families.
31 December 2025
8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
The Chedi Lawn, Muscat
Reservations:
+968 2452 4343
+968 9657 0342
New Year’s Eve Live Buffet at Rawya
Mandarin Oriental, Muscat
Mark New Year’s Eve 2025 with a refined live buffet at Rawya, where international flavors are presented in a contemporary, elegant setting. Designed for those who prefer a relaxed yet elevated celebration, the evening offers a sophisticated countdown into 2026.
31 December 2025
8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
OMR 118 per person
Optional beverage package available for OMR 30
Reservations: +968 2103 8888
Mandarin Oriental, Muscat
Gala Dinner & Countdown at Siddharta Lounge
W Muscat
Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar sets the stage for an effortlessly stylish New Year’s Eve. Begin the night with a curated set-menu dinner, then transition into a high-energy countdown celebration, welcoming 2026 with the distinctive rhythm and atmosphere of W Muscat.
Set-menu dinner: OMR 75 per person
8:00 PM – 11:45 PM
Unlimited beverages upgrade: OMR 30 per person
Countdown entry (11:30 PM – 3:00 AM): OMR 20, including one welcome drink
Reservations: +968 7191 9137
W Muscat
New Year’s Eve at Zale & The Kitchen
Kempinski Hotel Muscat
As the year draws to a close, Zale offers an elegant open-air setting for a vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration. Guests can enjoy a tapas-style dining experience with live food stations, complemented by live band performances and DJ sets, creating a lively yet refined atmosphere as 2026 begins.
31 December 2025
Zale
OMR 79.5 per person
Alternatively, The Kitchen Restaurant presents a classic international buffet in a warm, celebratory setting, accompanied by live band entertainment for a more traditional New Year’s Eve experience.
31 December 2025
The Kitchen Restaurant
OMR 69.5 per person
Reservations: +968 2425 3000
New Year’s Eve at COYA Muscat
The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort
Set at the heart of Muscat’s dining scene, COYA Muscat brings together Latin American flavors, music, and atmosphere in a space designed to be experienced as much as tasted. Known for its vibrant energy and immersive dining, COYA is where the city gathers to celebrate.
On New Year’s Eve, the mood lifts as the evening unfolds into a late-night celebration, where exceptional cuisine meets infectious beats. From dinner through countdown, the experience flows seamlessly, welcoming 2026 in unmistakable COYA style.
31 December 2025
From 8:00 PM onwards
Minimum spend: OMR 65 per person
HAKKASAN MUSCAT
Renowned Cantonese dining. Hakkasan Muscat invites diners to embark on a remarkable culinary journey, this festive season, that captivates the senses, where gastronomic artistry meets an enchanting atmosphere. From the moment guests step into Hakkasan, they are transported into a world of immersive experience, striking a perfect balance between intimacy and intrigue.
Ring in the New Year at Hakkasan Muscat, located at The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort. Indulge in a specially curated three-course set menu from 8PM, featuring a celebratory culinary journey blending ancient techniques with modern innovation, plus a live DJ, and midnight countdown.
Beyond the cuisine, Hakkasan Muscat offers personalized, attentive service to make each visit memorable.
Reservations are required, please WhatsApp +968 9962 8592 for bookings.
EM SHERIF
EM SHERIF RESTAURANT OMAN | FESTIVE DINING
Em Sherif Restaurant Oman is a refined Lebanese dining experience rooted in generosity, heritage, and the art of sharing. Inspired by the traditions of the family table, each dish is prepared with care and intention, reflecting a contemporary expression of Lebanese hospitality that feels both elegant and familiar.
Founded by Mireille Hayek and carried forward by Yasmina Hayek, Em Sherif offers a glimpse into la vie libanaise.
Located at The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort, Em Sherif Restaurant Oman is open daily for lunch and dinner from 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with lunch service including both à la carte selections and signature set menus.
To welcome the year ahead, Em Sherif Oman presents a special New Year set menu, thoughtfully curated for sharing. The menu features a generous selection of signature cold and hot mezze, classic Lebanese favourites, grilled specialties, Omani lobster, and a festive dessert selection, bringing the spirit of Em Sherif to one celebratory table.
New Year’s Eve celebrations begin at 8:00 PM, featuring a live DJ through the midnight countdown until 1:00 AM.
Reservations are kindly accepted via SevenRooms or by phone.
SevenRooms: https://www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/emsherifmctxr
Phone: +968 2271 0460 (12 PM – 9 PM)
Reservations are not accepted via Instagram.
