new year's eve is the worst Dec. 30, 2013

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Times Square Applebee’s Only $375

By Joe Coscarelli

It’s a buffet (and open bar), but if that price still seems insane, a neighboring TGI Friday’s location is offering dinner for just $225.

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