Now that we’ve covered both family-friendly options and have supplied partygoers with a variety of exciting nightclub options this New Year’s Eve, we shift our focus to those who may prefer a more sophisticated, grown-up celebration. Several exciting dining options await you this New Year’s Eve. Part three of this four part series highlights Downtown’s finest haute cuisine, with specific information on each establishment’s New Year’s Eve options.

Part Three: Wine and dine your way into the new year!

For romance, nothing can beat The Firehouse Restaurant in Old Sacramento. This well-respected eatery is extending its dining hours and opening its heated outdoor patio to accommodate the New Year’s Eve Sky Spectacular show. Dine on such lavish fare as oysters and caviar or Chilean sea bass with black truffle butter while fireworks decorate the night sky. For a truly special experience, try a glass (or bottle) of Armand de Brignac, considered the best champagne in the world, according to both FINE Champagne Magazine and Jay Z. Armand de Brignac became this famous rapper’s drink of choice following his public fall out with Cristal, bolstering Armand’s reputation among rappers worldwide and elevating sales for the company to record levels. Visit firehouseoldsac.com or call 442-4772 for more information or to make reservations.

Foodies throughout the region will want to consider Grange Restaurant at the Citizen Hotel. As those who have stayed at the Citizen Hotel know, half the fun of this place is its stylishly eclectic décor and decidedly metropolitan vibe. Known for their emphasis on locally sourced ingredients, their four course prix-fixe menu is sure to please even the most discerning palate. Their New Year’s Eve menu features Sonoma artisan fois gras tortelloni and pan roasted Novy Ranch rib eye steak - all for $69 per person. Make a weekend of it with a special holiday room rate of $99 (when using code NYECVB) that includes late checkout. Visit grangesacramento.com for more information.

Choices, choices! Located inside The Park Downtown, Mason’s Restaurant at 15th and L streets, is offering a multi-course prix-fixe menu with more options to choose from than any other downtown restaurant. Mason’s will offer a three-course menu at 5:30 p.m. for only $50 per person and a four-course menu at 7:00p.m. for $75 per person. With an amuse bouche as part of the deal, Mason’s presents a top notch dining option at a very reasonable price. Seating is limited; it’s best to call Mason’s directly at 492-1960 to make your reservations.

Indecisive? Morgan’s Central Valley Bistro and Sheraton Grand Hotel have partnered with downtown nightclubs to offer perhaps the most comprehensive New Year’s Eve package available. They have thought of everything for you, allowing you to just check in and relax. Start with a lovely three-course dinner with exciting options like 'Roasted Beets and Purple Haze' or 'Tagine Style Petaluma Chicken.' You can add tickets to Dream Ultra Lounge, Faces or Social for après-dinner drinks and dancing. Top off your packages with in-room amenities such as personalized top shelf margarita or martini bar. New Year's Day Brunch options also available through this package make for a truly luxuriously lazy weekend. Build your package at grandsacramento-epackages.com.

Tomorrow’s theme: Low key and local