For many New Yorkers, Times Square on New Year's Eve brings to mind one word: Nope. The streets come to a standstill as about a million people pack into the (bathroom-less) area in the hours before midnight, braving the elements and forgoing liquids or embracing adult diapers for a chance to see the ball drop.
A number of usually affordable chain and fast-casual restaurants including Olive Garden, Pink Taco, Schnipper's and, yes, Applebee's are selling pricey tickets to locations in and around Times Square on New Year's Eve, promising revelers a more comfortable experience than what they can get outdoors.
You get to stay inside, nice and warm and all that until you go to the party, so you don't have to deal with all the other crazy stuff. Mr. Lund, 37, was not alone. The event at Applebee's has sold out for a number of years as people have sought a more intimate view of the confetti and ball drop.
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