Top Brooklyn Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Strand's Rare Book Room is a perfect venue for weddings, celebrations, and private events. Spend your special evening surrounded by rare and antique books curated by Strand's resident experts. The Strand was established in 1927 on Fourth Avenue, in the heart of what was then known as "Book Row." Book Row was a six-block stretch of land that housed forty-eight independent bookstores. Ben Bass, the father, was only twenty-five years old when he started his modest used bookstore in his hometown of St. Louis. Entrepreneur at heart and voracious reader by nature, this erudite gentleman began with $300 dollars of his own money and another $300 dollars in borrowed funds from a friend. Ben wished to create a space where books would be cherished and book lovers could congregate in a welcoming environment. After the London street where avant-garde writers such as Thackeray, Dickens, and Mill once congregated as well as interesting book publishers, he named his bookstore after the same street. The Strand quickly established itself as a Greenwich Village institution, where writers gathered to converse, sell their books, and hunt for a hidden treasure to purchase and keep for themselves. Today, the Strand is the only remaining structure from Book Row's illustrious past. Ben's son, Fred, was already learning the ropes of the family business at the age of thirteen. He, too, was a book enthusiast who quickly entered the book trade. After serving his country in the Armed Forces, Fred returned home to New York, where he continued to work alongside his father in the family business. By 1957, Fred had relocated the store to its current location at 12th Street and Broadway, which is just around the corner. Eventually, Fred found himself spending the majority of his time at the purchasing desk, cultivating relationships with regulars and on the lookout for the next great find... In the following generation, Fred's daughter, Nancy, joined her father in the family business. When she finished college and spent a brief period in Louisiana, she returned to her hometown and joined the Strand team at the age of twenty-five. Today, she manages the store and feels privileged to be able to carry on her family's 90-year tradition. It's still up in the air whether one, two, or all three of Nancy's children will be the next in line to join the Strand organization.

• Spaces for 60 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Locanda Verde private dining room is a pleasant and versatile environment meant to provide a relaxing and transportive atmosphere. It has recycled New England oak and pine, a working stone fireplace, brick-lined arched windows, and an eye-catching ceiling inlay made of 90,000 wine corks. Our seasonal Italian menus are designed to be shared and served family-style. Our sommelier is on hand to help you navigate our Italian wine and spirits range. A dedicated service staff is also available, as well as a zinc-topped bar. Up to 60 people can be seated in the room, making it ideal for your next private dinner, brunch, breakfast, or business conference. Chef Andrew Carmellini's soul-satisfying urban Italian food is served at Locanda Verde, our TriBeCa neighborhood taverna. Since 2009, our busy corner restaurant has welcomed New Yorkers morning, noon, and night with a warm and inviting ambiance, a leisurely Italian style, and heartfelt cooking. Andrew Carmellini's food is both rustic and polished, soulful and savory. It's a look that reflects his Italian origins and American roots, as well as his work in some of the world's top fine dining restaurants and trips. Andrew is regarded outside of the culinary world as a hit-maker who blends relevant culinary culture with urban social eating situations. His restaurants are regarded as breaking the barrier between great dining and good times. Across four states, they currently operate ten restaurants, a live music and performance venue, a retail and wholesale bakery, three cocktail bars, a beer hall, two fast-casual concepts, and six hotel food and beverage programs. There are no two alike.

• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

Charlie Bird is a fun neighborhood restaurant located in Soho, NYC and offering an Italian-inspired, American-executed menu developed by Chef Ryan Hardy. Theo Lieberman oversees the wine program, a list featuring an exceptional selection of vintages and delicious wines. Charlie Bird is rooted in all things New York - from the brick and mortar walls that date back to 1880, to a kitchen that only sources local ingredients for the menu, to the hip hop-inspired art that covers the walls. The menu reflects Chef and Co-owner Ryan Hardy’s thoughtful interpretation of what he describes as a nod to Italian cuisine, influenced by his passion for making cheese, curing meats, digging for clams, diving for urchin, farming produce and crafting handmade pasta. Co-owner Robert Bohr and Wine Director Grant Reynolds developed the wine list, which offers a small but compelling array of bottles. The 60-seat space is decidedly NY, manifesting an understated modern aesthetic designed to offer amazing food in an ambiance that is both sophisticated and approachable. The Private Dining Room at Charlie Bird can accommodate up to 14 diners, providing New Yorkers renting this venue with something that they rarely get: isolation. Tucked away, the private dining room includes a handcrafted, custom-built walnut table and bespoke chairs made of vintage fabric. Exposed brick walls, clean wood lines and beautiful lighting fixtures compliment the aesthetics of the main dining room. While the menu format is family-style, the private dining experience at Charlie Bird is entirely customizable; guests collaborate with Hospitality Emcee Martin Gobbée and a Wine Team member to craft the perfect evening that best fits their occasion. Full Buyout - Standing Capacity: 80 Sitting Capacity: 80 Private Dinning Room - Standing Capacity: 14 Sitting Capacity: 14 Upstairs Dinning Room - Standing Capacity: 26 Sitting Capacity: 26 Fees: Estimated price per head - from $140 to $250 Additional charges - 18% Gratuity / 4% Administration Fee + Tax Insurance - Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here

Upscale Japanese grilled chicken in Yakitori Style: bringing the flavor of downtown Tokyo to New York City.

• Spaces for 140 Guests

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

• Spaces for 645-1,000 Guests
• 1 Ballroom

Da Mikelle Palazzo is a banquet hall in Woodside, Queens, New York, with more than two decades of experience hosting celebrations across a wide range of cultures and occasions. The venue's principal gathering space, the 9,000-square-foot Main Ballroom, accommodates 75 to 645 seated guests or up to 1,000 for standing receptions. Intricately carved moldings, hand-painted frescoes, and an industrial-chic aesthetic carry through all of the ballrooms. A dedicated ceremony hall and separate preparation rooms for the wedding party round out the facilities. Da Mikelle Palazzo hosts weddings, corporate galas, bar and bat mitzvahs, sweet sixteens, anniversaries, and milestone celebrations, among many other occasions. In-house catering includes fully customizable menus — halal, kosher, vegetarian, dairy-free, and nut-free options are all available. White-glove staffing, a personal Maitre'd, and valet parking are standard inclusions with every event.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Arlo SoHo is a contemporary wedding venue in the heart of New York City. This hotel is in close proximity to Hudson Square, Tribeca, and SoHo, giving guests with a taste of the city's ambiance. The facility includes a rooftop terrace with views of Manhattan as well as an art deco-style restaurant and bar. Meetings & Events Arlo SoHo offers a total of ten separate meeting and event venues with capacities ranging from 20 to 200 people. If you have any questions, please refer to our Events Kit or email eventssoho@arlohotels.com. Thank you. Right now, if you would like to reserve your space as well as food and beverage selections for a Large Party, you can do so by visiting this page. Weddings Nautilus by Arlo offers you a stylish, sophisticated unique wedding venue with a vintage yet modern glamour. There is something for everyone, whether you want a small and personal ceremony, an elegant celebration with a hint of South Beach glamour, or a fantasy destination wedding! Our property features fantastic outdoor event venues with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding mountains. A team led by Chef Andres personalizes every event with refinement and an elegant offering, while our Event Specialists team ensures faultless execution to ensure that your wedding dreams become a reality. While planning your wedding reception at Arlo SoHo, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with our Events Team, who will assist you in finalizing any and all elements for your event. Their personnel will also assist you with setting up everything on the day of the wedding so that you can relax and concentrate on getting ready for one of the most important days of your life.

• Spaces for 240 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

WEDDINGS Take a look at our spectacular Union Square event rooms. At the W New York — Union Square, you can steal the show and arrange the occasion of a lifetime. Our glam venue locations are created to accentuate your individual flair while also evoking the unmistakable character of New York City. Please contact us for more information. With the help of Whatever/Whenever®, we will make sure you have everything you need for your wedding. DEDICATED WEDDING SPECIALISTS No matter if you are planning a formal dinner or a more casual outdoor event, our expert wedding planners are here to assist you from beginning to end of your special occasion planning process. HAPPENING WEDDING LOCATION Just steps from from our doors, you will find a fantastic pre- or post-wedding celebration in the heart of colorful Union Square. EXQUISITE WEDDING MENUS Our talented culinary experts will create a wedding menu that is tailored to your individual tastes and preferences. ABOUT THIS VENUE - Personalize your wedding at one of our Union Square event venues, which have been designed to reflect your unique style and personality. - Own the moment in our Grand Ballroom, which features turn-of-the-century embellishments and can accommodate up to 150 guests. - In one of our private venues, which are suitable for small weddings and commitment ceremonies, you can host a meal for your guests. - Begin your wedding festivities with a rehearsal dinner and cocktail reception at one of our elegant venue spaces. - We are on the case! With our Whatever/Whenever® service, all of your wedding fantasies will become a reality. - Simply step outside our doors to take part in a spirited pre- or post-wedding party in the heart of bustling Union Square.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

In the heart of Greenwich Village, Analogue is a cocktail and whiskey bar. Its name alludes to records played on a classic Hi-Fi system as well as the idea that it provides an escape from the digital world we live in. It's a location where individuals can unwind and enjoy a nice drink while listening to a conversation in a casual and beautiful setting. Analogue offers a diverse cocktail menu, as well as over 300 whiskies, American small plates, and a small selection of craft beers and wines. Analogue can accommodate small or large private parties by purchasing a portion or all of our venue. We provide specialized service, a wide and personalized food and beverage menu, and a beautiful backdrop for your event. We are delighted to work with your needs and budget to create the perfect event, whether it is for birthday parties, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, corporate gatherings, photo shoots, or other events during the day or evening.

We have the ability to accommodate up to 300 people in our spacious beer hall. In addition to corporate meetings and presentations, you can host product launches, team-building activities, viewing parties, and other get-togethers in your facility. The service is fully equipped and has a capacity of approximately 200 individuals. It is possible that a fee will be charged to the homeowner for the removal of kitchen, bridal suite, and other furniture. HIGH-PERFORMANCE INTERNET WIRELESS AND TWO (12FT) 12FT SCREENS WITH HDMI VIDEO OUTPUTS WITH THE MIC BRAND WIFI are included with the MIC BRAND. Introducing FOMOGRAPH, a digital photo booth that captures real-time images of you and your friends in front of a computer screen. Arrangements for a complimentary walk-through appointment can be made by calling (212) 675-9328 or by clicking on the button to the right. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at info@houstonhallny.com.

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

S.O.B.’s, also known as Sounds of Brazil, is a legendary live music venue in the lower Manhattan neighborhood of SoHo. It was opened by owner and director Larry Gold in June 1982. Gold opened the venue with the purpose of exposing the musical wealth and heritage of the Afro-Latino Diaspora to as many people as possible. True to its mission, it has become renowned as the premiere venue not only for World Music, but all genres, in New York City and the world over. Latin legends like Tito Puente, Marc Anthony, Celia Cruz and Eddie Palmieri were some of the first to hit the stage, but contemporary superstars like Drake, Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, Jill Scott, Justin Timberlake, Cardi B and more have all graced the SOBs stage. Outside of Latin, Hip-Hop, Haitian, Caribbean, and world music, SOBs has also consistently booked alternative acts like Boy Pablo, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and Icon for Hire. Emerging artists and industry veterans alike love the opportunity to connect with their fans on a personal level in the intimacy of the room. Today the SOBs draws both local and international crowds and continues to specialize in Latin music, R&B, Hip-Hop, Haitian, Brazilian, Caribbean, Alternative, and World music.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Upon entering, customers are greeted by a welcoming rectangular bar made of Black Walnut from Bucks County, PA, which provides a warm, convivial drinking and dining environment. A beverage program made completely of American-sourced whiskey, beer, and wine brands complements the fully domestically sourced menu, adding to the bar's structural beauty. Harding's is a restaurant and pub that is both a neighborhood hangout and a destination. Cocktail parties, meetings, receptions, brunches, luncheons, and dinners can all be held in Harding's Cocktail Lounge, Mezzanine, Private Den, and Dining Room. Each spot can be reserved separately or in a group. Harding's Main Dining Room can be leased for full or semi-private parties, and it is ideal for social, corporate, and philanthropic events. The Cocktail Lounge Large semi-private groups can hire the lounge, which gives them their own designated space of the main bar to mingle. This location is great for happy hours, corporate entertaining, and social gatherings. The Mezzanine The high location with wrought iron railings, which is available for private events such as cocktail receptions or seated functions, provides guests with a view of the open dining room and busy bar scene. The Mezzanine is an excellent choice for people who do not want to miss any of the excitement. The Private Den Reserve the private Den for standing receptions, corporate presentations and celebratory and private dinners. The space is perfect for small gatherings and features delightful details like a lighted mantle and comfortable lounge furniture. The area also has full AV capabilities, with a 42-inch TV and a sound system of its own.

• Spaces for 40-100 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Hotel Giraffe is a boutique hotel in New York City's NoMad neighborhood, part of the Library Hotel Collection. The 72-room property sits at Park Avenue South and East 26th Street, near Madison Square Park, and offers two intimate event spaces for weddings, elopements, and small celebrations. The Rooftop Garden accommodates outdoor ceremonies of up to 50 guests from late spring through early fall. Penthouse 1202 offers a flexible layout for ceremonies of 25 to 40 guests, seated dinners of up to 50, and cocktail-style receptions of up to 70. Wedding groups booking five or more rooms receive special rates, and parties reserving ten or more rooms per night qualify for suite upgrades and distinctive amenities for the couple. The hotel's events team supports planning from initial inquiry through the day itself, and preferred vendor recommendations are available to assist with design and coordination.

• Spaces for 1,000 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Aperture offers a cutting-edge experiential setting in Manhattan’s Flatiron District for brand activations, product launches, conferences, fashion shows, live performances, corporate events, and private celebrations. Spanning 26,000 square feet across two floors, the venue features 270-degree projection mapping across a 165-foot digital canvas and can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. Flexible entry for oversized installations, production rigging, staging infrastructure, an LED media wall, commercial catering kitchen, green room, VIP suite, and in-house bar packages support highly customized productions. With immersive technology and adaptable interiors, The Aperture creates a dynamic canvas for large-scale New York City events.

Historic buildings in prime locations throughout the five boroughs of New York City and beyond have been transformed into one-of-a-kind venues by our team of designers. Each venue serves as a blank canvas for you to completely personalize, with a distinct historic charm serving as a backdrop to your event. On top of Brooklyn Bridge Park and with views of the East River, Manhattan Bridge, and the New York City skyline, DUMBO SKY is a rooftop venue located in Manhattan's DUMBO historic district, directly above Brooklyn Bridge Park. The rooftop event space is 3,500 square feet in size and offers 360-degree panoramic views. 20,000 square foot rooftop venue that can be rented along with a full floor 20,000 square foot rooftop venue that has an industrial, rustic aesthetic with exposed brick, natural light, and historic details The Flat I NYC is located in the heart of the Flatiron District, just steps away from Madison Square Park, the Flatiron Building, and Eataly, and across the street from the Flatiron District. An elevated mezzanine/stage area and an outdoor balcony are included on the main floor, which totals 2,500 square feet in total. Featuring exposed brick, high ceilings, and original woodwork on the main floor, the main floor has an industrial, rustic aesthetic. It is an additional 2,500 square feet of space that includes a changing room, green room, storage space, a massive prep area, and a terrace where guests can take in some fresh air or simply enjoy the artwork on display.

• Spaces for 130-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

One if by Land, Two if by Sea has been recognized for its classic menu, long history, and beautiful decor. It is often cited as the most romantic restaurant in New York City. The decor features candlelit tables, brick fireplaces, a baby grand piano and a private garden. The restaurant operates inside a historic, land-marked carriage house built in 1767. Established in 1973, One if by Land, Two if by Sea soon became the go to spot in NYC for engagements, anniversaries and weddings. More people are said to have announced their engagement here than any other restaurant in Manhattan.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Please inquire about having us host your net private event! Birthday Parties, Meetings, Stag Parties, or just a random get together! This is the place. We have a back private room available and we offer special party menus including passed hor d’ourves or platters.

• Spaces for 75-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

At SPIN, we come together to socialize and celebrate play. At our core is the drive to connect through ping pong—a game that transcends age, gender and boundaries. We are the original ping pong social club, your offline social network, a place to call home. We welcome diversity and embrace the unconventional. With venues in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Toronto, Philadelphia, Seattle and Austin we encourage you to participate. Do it together and never alone. In 2007, best friends Jonathan Bricklin and Franck Raharinosy had a crazy idea: they would practice ping pong 24 hours a day, seven days a week until they were good enough to make the United States Olympic Team. In order to prepare for the Olympics, they began throwing weekly ping pong parties, just like any other future Olympian would. Their parties drew in a diverse group of people, including artists and actors, musicians and bankers, brokers and broadcasters, and (of course) professional ping pong players and everyone in between, among others. Spinning was born out of the fun and vibrant energy generated by the diverse group of people who attended the first event. We gather at SPIN to socialize and to celebrate the joy of playing. Ping pong is at the heart of our desire to connect with one another, and it is a game that transcends age, gender, ethnicity, and all physical boundaries. We are the original ping pong social club, your offline social network, and a place where you can feel at ease and at ease with yourself. We are open to new ideas and are not afraid of the unconventional. We encourage you to participate in our events in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Toronto, Philadelphia, Seattle, Washington DC, and Boston, which will be held in a variety of locations. Do it as a group, never by yourself. #UnitedbyPingPong

• Spaces for 125 Guests

Haven's Kitchen was founded by Alison Cayne in 2012 with the goal of instilling pride and pleasure in her students through the preparation of seasonal ingredients from scratch. Alison Cayne has been teaching cooking since 2002. At the time of the company's inception, she set out on a mission to educate people about the impact that the food we buy, eat, and prepare has on the environment, society, and our daily lives. As a three-story carriage house in the heart of Manhattan, our residence strikes a balance between the comforting familiarity of a home and the unadorned openness of a Flatiron loft. Consider the variety of events we've hosted here, ranging from lively product launches to formal dinners and custom-designed weddings, to see why we like to think of our events team as its own in-house marketing department. Our carriage house is designed to bring people together while also providing them with the opportunity to express themselves creatively in a comfortable setting.