We forget…wasn’t it just yesterday that you were singing about old acquaintances being forgotten? Put the champagne on ice because it’s that time of year again, and some of Austin’s hotspots are offering up fantastic NYE dining opps for you, yours and theirs.

Party People
Shake things up at Lamberts Downtown Barbecue with some luxurious eats (Foie Gras, and Akauashi Steaks) and some body-moving beats (Hip Honky Tonk Band, The Moonhangers for dinner and dancing, and late night party with DJ Chicken George.) Advance reservations are $100 per/person.
www.lambertsaustin.com

Foodies
Italians have a way of enjoying la dolce vita. Follow their lead at classic trattoria, Sagra, for a night of live jazz along with a delicioso wine and food pairing. Early seating is at 6 p.m. (per person: $38 or $58 paired with wine) and late seating is at 8:30 p.m. (per person: $58 or $78 paired with wine). Late diners will receive complimentary champagne and sorbet.
www.sagrarestaurant.net

Ring in 2009 at favorite east side eatery, Primizie Osteria. Delight in a special five-course, fixed price menu for $85 (gratuity not included) with amazing menu items like Gulf of Mexico oysters on the half shell with lemon gelato and pine nut bruschetta and Prosecco Frozza. A vegetarian menu will also be available. Seatings are from 6 – 10 p.m., and patrons are welcome to stay and ring in the new year with extended bar hours until midnight.
www.primizieaustin.com

Home Bodies
Perhaps you’re looking to lay low this year and to enjoy watching the ball drop from the privacy of your own home. Mama Fu’s, the new Asian-inspired spot on 2nd Street, and take advantage of the $5 off all take-out and delivery orders of $20 or more. The Thai Coconut Soup is worth every calorie!
www.mamafus.com.