Tortuga's New Year's Eve Dinner

If you are planning New Year's Eve in Port Aransas and looking for an elegant place to celebrate, Tortuga's Saltwater Grill is hosting a carefully crafted three course prix fixe dinner that highlights fresh coastal flavors and classic holiday comforts. Our New Year's Eve dinner is a favorite tradition on the island. Seating begins at 4 PM and reservations are limited.

The evening is priced at $98 per guest and includes a starter, entrée, and dessert. It is a relaxed, polished way to close out the year before the countdown on the coast. Whether you search for "New Year's Eve in Port Aransas" or even type "new year's even in Port Aransas" into your browser, this is the dinner you are looking for.

Starters

Begin your New Year's Eve dinner with a selection of small plates that showcase Tortuga's balance of texture and flavor.

• Prosciutto Wrapped Scallop with Balsamic Reduction
  A tender scallop wrapped in prosciutto, finished with a touch of balsamic for a rich, savory first bite.
• Pecan Crusted Goat Cheese Crostini with Peppadew Jam
  Warm goat cheese with a pecan crust on crisp crostini, paired with peppadew jam for a hint of sweetness and heat.
• Mini Crab Cake with Remoulade
  A petite crab cake seared to a golden crust and served with classic remoulade.

Entrées

For the main course, choose from a line up of entrées that highlight Gulf seafood and timeless steakhouse favorites.

• Cajun Stuffed Flounder with Dirty Rice and Cajun Cream Sauce
  Fresh flounder filled with savory seafood stuffing, served over dirty rice and finished with a smooth Cajun cream sauce.
• Poached Halibut with Bacon Beurre Blanc
  Delicate halibut gently poached and served with a silky bacon beurre blanc.
• Veal Roulade
  Tender veal rolled with a savory filling, slowly cooked and served with its own pan sauce.
• Ribeye with Marsala Mushroom Sauce
  A classic ribeye topped with a marsala mushroom sauce for a warm, comforting centerpiece to your plate.

Desserts

Finish your New Year's Eve in Port Aransas on a sweet note with house made desserts that feel celebratory and familiar.

• Apple Cobbler à la Mode
  Warm spiced apples baked with a buttery topping, served with ice cream.
• Sticky Toffee Pudding
  A classic, richly sauced pudding that is a guest favorite for holiday evenings.
• La Tortuga Cake
  Tortuga's signature cake, layered and finished for a picture perfect final course.

Make New Year's Eve in Port Aransas Special

Whether you are staying on the island for a long holiday weekend or visiting just for the night, Tortuga's Saltwater Grill offers a polished, welcoming setting for New Year's Eve in Port Aransas. Share a bottle of wine, linger over dessert, then step out into the coastal night ready to welcome 2026.

Seating for this experience is limited, and we recommend securing your table in advance.