Top Lower East Side Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 10-120 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, this turnkey conference center is at the epicenter of New York’s Corporate Row and the energetic 6th Avenue corridor. Its optimal location is easily accessed by NYC’s major transit hubs and subway lines, with some of the city’s most iconic destinations, like Central Park and Rockefeller Center, only a few blocks away. Truly at the center of it all, ideal for conferences, corporate board meetings, and much more.

• Spaces for 75-500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces

The Bordone LIC is a premier event venue located in Long Island City, New York that is ideal for both intimate and extravagant event celebrations. The Bordone LIC boasts stunning views of the city skyline in their outdoor space and tons of natural light in their indoor space. The Bordone LIC offers a waterfront space with an open loft and a rooftop with panoramic views of New York City.

The Cachet Hospitality Group's first U.S. flagship resort is a modern urban retreat with 105 rooms and suites surrounded by three discrete outdoor gardens. You won't want to miss a meal at TREADWELL PARK, our flagship restaurant. The right setting in the center of New York City is provided by Cachet Boutique NYC's sun-drenched outdoor spaces and chic restaurants. Our venues provide a variety of adaptable locations and are close to Hudson Yards, the Javits Convention Center, and the Chelsea Art Gallery scene. For the practical tourist who values convenience, comfort, and a classically modern environment, Cachet Hotels is the wise choice. High tech and refined taste combine to provide a thoughtful experience that elevates hospitality. We combine art and science to create stunning products that provide outstanding returns for our partners. We are specialists in project management, operational budgeting, revenue and systems management, and development planning. Reach out today to start planning your Cachet event.

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests

The Lever House located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, has a luxury amenity floor and event spaces which set a new standard for sophistication, style, and service. The Lever Club is designed to seamlessly blend historic modernist architecture with contemporary elegance, this exclusive space offers a refined setting for business, social, and private gatherings. The Lever Club provides a private retreat for building tenants and their guests, featuring meticulously designed spaces for work, relaxation, and entertainment. Highlights include: Restaurant, Lounge & Bar: A sleek, modern restaurant with curated furnishings, offering a full-service restaurant and bar with an intimate atmosphere for networking and unwinding Private Dining Rooms: A sophisticated dining space with custom catering options, ideal for executive luncheons or celebratory meals Outdoor Terrace: The Lever House features 15,000sq ft of beautifully landscaped outdoor areas, providing a serene escape from the city on Park Avenue. Event Spaces Lever House offers a collection of versatile event spaces, each designed to accommodate a range of occasions, from corporate conferences to exclusive social gatherings. Features include: The Lever Club: A spacious, light-filled venue with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Park Avenue, perfect for large receptions, product launches, or panel discussions. Executive Boardrooms: Elegant, tech-enabled meeting rooms designed for high-level discussions and presentations. Outdoor Terraces: Scenic terraces offer a sophisticated setting for cocktail receptions and al fresco gatherings. Bespoke Services: A dedicated event team provides tailored planning, catering by world-class chefs, and seamless execution for a flawless experience. Whether hosting a high-profile event or enjoying the day-to-day luxury of a premier workspace, Lever House’s amenity floor and event spaces redefine exclusivity in New York City.

• Spaces for 20-180 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

The Foundry is a 19th century building that has been meticulously restored to showcase its industrial character and stunning proportions. Adaptable for many uses and available to rent for weddings, corporate events, launch parties, bar & bat mitzvahs, film, video and photo shoots. The Foundry interior boasts 3,000+ square feet of raw space with a lush outdoor courtyard, rooftop terrace with a view of the Manhattan skyline, indoor greenhouse and fully equipped industrial kitchen.

• Spaces for 86-110 Guests

At The Artel Garden, We Provide the Perfect Setting for your next Private Event, Corporate Retreat, Bat/Bar Mitzvah or your Dream Wedding. We can Host, Design and Plan in a Variety of Setting to Anticipate the Guest Satisfaction, from our Fireside Dining and Lounge Area to our Full Liquor Bar With Breathtaking Delicious Food and Cocktails Available for Any Occasion. Please Contact us if you would like to inquire about Hosting your Next Event at The Artel Garden.

• Spaces for 50 Guests

Guastavino’s provides unparalleled service of the highest caliber, with over 40 years of combined experience in handling event venue spaces in New York City. Our experts ensure an unmatched pristine planning experience like no other. Our unique architectural Landmark is the perfect locale for all occasions in NYC: wedding events, non-profit events, corporate events, social events, Bar/Bat Mitzvah & more.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Event Venues Our hotel is great for your next celebration or offsite conference because it is centrally located between Manhattan and Queens and has unobstructed skyline views from the third level. We offer a range of diverse settings to host groups of any size with 3,800 square feet of adaptable meeting and event space – both indoors and out. The nearby Verizon Executive Education Center has 15,000 square feet of state-of-the-art conference space for groups in need of more room. MINNEHANONCK BALLROOM The Minnehanonck Ballroom combines the elegance of a ballroom with the tech-inspired décor of Graduate Roosevelt Island, making it a great venue for your next large soirée or business gathering. The location, which is on the third story of the hotel, has spectacular views of the city and the East River. To welcome guests, rent it with our private Cherry Blossom pre-function room. ELEANOR BOARDROOM Our Eleanor Boardroom, with a pre-set boardroom table for 12, flat screen TVs, and the newest tech touches, is the perfect place to host your meeting or small function. CHERRY BLOSSOM ROOM Our Cherry Blossom Room can be booked separately or in conjunction with the Minnehanonck Room as a private location to greet guests. Weddings Look no further than Graduate Roosevelt Island for the ideal event rooms to make your wedding unforgettable. Our private rooms are designed with clean lines, modern lighting, and stunning views, making them the ideal setting for your big day. We have a venue that is perfect for your nuptial needs, from large venues for cocktail receptions for up to 150 people to smaller spaces for private weddings. Catering We can assist you in planning any meeting or get-together, from business meetings to cocktail parties. Our innovative event and culinary teams will work with you to create a catering menu that is tailored to your specific needs for both large and small gatherings.

• Spaces for 26-130 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 1 Theater

Situated in the heart of upper midtown Manhattan on West 56th Street near 5th Avenue, The Whitby is just two blocks from Central Park and on the doorstep of some of New York's leading restaurants, galleries and museums, including MoMA. It is surrounded by world-class department stores, luxury designer boutiques and Broadway is just a short walk away. The Whitby Hotel is a celebration of contemporary art and design. There are 86 individually designed bedrooms and suites, each with floor to ceiling windows, many with a private terrace and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. Interiors have been designed by Kit Kemp, acclaimed for her individual and unique way of arranging spaces with a colourful and carefree spirit. There is also The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, an Orangery, book-lined Drawing Room, private outdoor terrace as well as three beautifully designed private event rooms, a 130 seat state-of-the-art cinema and a fully equipped gym.

• Spaces for 45-700 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Theater
• 3 Total Spaces

Welcome to House of Yes - Where the extraordinary meets the everyday. House of Yes is not just a venue; it's an experience. Every event we host is unique and will never be repeated. Whether it's a corporate event, a wedding that turns your dreams into reality, a bar/bat mitzvah that dazzles, or a creative photoshoot that captures your vision—House of Yes is the place where unforgettable moments are born. From the bold, theatrical Theatre with its 30 aerial points and fire-certified venue status, to the intimate Ruby and Onyx Rooms, House of Yes offers spaces for every occasion. With stunning design elements, artist-created restrooms, whimsical details, and access to The Garden, we bring your vision to life with an energy and creativity that’s uniquely ours. Our venue is equipped with everything you need to make your event come to life, including full AV capabilities, multiple performance points, full-service bars, and indoor/outdoor options. We offer an experience that transcends the ordinary, providing custom entertainment from DJs to circus acts, aerial rigging, and projection mapping. At House of Yes, we’re committed to creating something spectacular, safe, and entirely your own. With creative production support from YES ETC and an in-house Fire Producer for safe and thrilling fire performances, if you can dream it, we can make it happen. Ready to make your event unforgettable? Come to House of Yes and turn your imagination into reality—because when you choose House of Yes, you choose the ultimate creative playground. The House of Yes ethos: ✨We have created this space as a temple of expression dedicated to connection, creativity and celebrating life. 🎭We believe that performance, dance and art can inspire and heal us. ⚡We believe in the creative energy of every person who enters this space. 🌏We believe the world can be a better place. 💃🏼We believe that weird is wonderful. See you on the dance floor.

• Spaces for 40-220 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms

Born of a distinctive legacy, The St. Regis New York was conceived by Colonel John Jacob Astor IV more than a century ago and the timeless glamour of Astor’s vision still defines this cherished landmark today. A hotel crafted for modern connoisseurs desiring the finest experiences imaginable, The St. Regis New York has defined bespoke luxury from 1904 to the present. The entire hotel was recently renovated by HDC Interior Architecture + Design, embracing the design legacy of the hotel while infusing contemporary style into this iconic Fifth Avenue address. Whether gathering on matters of business or pleasure, The St. Regis New York offers visitors the premier luxury venues for important events, celebrations, corporate meetings or family milestones. The hotel’s public and private spaces have been recently renovated to reveal a new era of glamour, embracing the hotel’s enduring legacy while infusing the timeless allure, which has defined the iconic hotel since its founding by John Jacob Astor IV over a century ago.

• Spaces for 60-120 Guests
• 1 Event Space

• Spaces for 200-1,200 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks

Take a bite out of the Big Apple with a one of a kind experience at a monumental venue. Just an eight minute exclusive ferry ride from Battery Park, NYC or Liberty State Park, NJ host your exclusive event at America’s most recognized symbol of freedom and democracy – The Statue of Liberty. No matter what your guests’ backgrounds are, you’re almost certain to make a lasting impression on them by providing them with the once in a lifetime opportunity to see the Statue of Liberty up close, taking in the history of our wonderful and diverse country. Lady Liberty is set on 12 acres in New York City’s majestic harbor and measures in at 305’1″ from the ground to the top of her torch. Join Lady Liberty for a cocktail and a photo keepsake followed by dinner as you take in the stars and the Manhattan Skyline. The Statue of Liberty Museum available for indoor dining. Enjoy tours with the National Park Rangers. If you’re looking to make your event unforgettable, how about the ultimate ending – a firework spectacular? Evelyn Hill Inc. is one of the best event venues NYC has to offer.

• Spaces for 400-1,200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Located on Pier 41 in the historic shipping yards of Red Hook, Brooklyn, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The building, which was built prior to the Civil War in the 1850s, has recently been transformed into a charming event space. The location, which is directly on the water's edge, provides spectacular views of New York Harbor. The Liberty Warehouse is the only location in the entire city of New York where the Statue of Liberty is displayed face forward, as she gazes toward France. It is a truly unique location that must be experienced in person to be fully appreciated. It can accommodate up to 400 people for a sit-down dinner and up to 1200 people for cocktails. Two large event rooms with large windows that face due west provide spectacular sunset views are available for rental. Two smaller rooms that are ideal for indoor ceremonies, small gatherings, and cocktail parties. Special performances are staged in this area. All of the event rooms have working wood-burning fireplaces. There are 15,000 square feet of space at the Liberty Warehouse, which includes a wonderful waterside promenade that provides glamorous panoramic views of New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and the Verrazano bridge. Our bridal suite is fully equipped for the bride and her bridal party to get ready for the big day as well as take beautiful photographs! There is covered valet parking available. Beautifully prepared food, elegant surroundings, and exceptional service. Among the events we cater to are: social birthdays, surprise birthday parties; bat and bar mitzvahs; anniversaries; communions; baptisms; Sweet Sixteen; reunions; proms; and formals. Engagement Parties, Showers, and Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions are just a few of the services we provide. Events such as corporate holiday parties, meetings and presentations, fund raisers, product launch events, photo shoots, commercial filming, gala receptions, and other social gatherings are all possible.

• Spaces for 70-90 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Coco Pazzeria is the new kid in town for private events on the Upper East Side! Coco Pazzeria offers a stylish, contemporary space with a focus on food and a high-energy atmosphere. The entire space can be reserved for lunch or dinner for up to 70 of your closest friends and colleagues. Start with Spritzers and bubbles at the bar, then share a curated selection of buzetti (open face mini-calzones) delicious salads, signature pastas and pizza for a great family style meal. Pizza Making Party: We’ve got a new kind of party that’s as hands-on as it is fun. Guests get glasses of Italian bubbly and their own dough-and then the party really heats up. Unwind and indulge with your inner pizzaiolo at a pizza-making experience at Coco Pazzeria NYC. When your guests arrive, they'll be given dough to work with, and taught how to knead it into a perfect pizza pie crust, before they're shown how to put cheese and other fresh toppings on top. A two hour beer wine and Prosecco open bar will also be provided, and your guests will delight at the hand they've had in making their own meal at this exclusive team building event.

• Spaces for 110-750 Guests
• 5 Museums
• 5 Landmarks

The New York Public Library has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL is the nation’s largest public library system, featuring a unique combination of 88 neighborhood libraries and four scholarly research centers, including the landmark Stephen A. Schwarzman building at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street. Hosting your event at the Library provides unique access to our most exquisite spaces, while helping sustain one of the world’s premier non-profit institutions. All event fees support the Library’s indispensable collections, services, and programs.

Lavo New York is the ideal venue for your next corporate function, holiday party or social event. The Restaurant and Nightclub provide two distinct settings perfect for any occasion, and both offering top tier service and catering options. Outfitted with antique mirrors, reclaimed subway tiles and bricks repurposed from old factories, LAVO Restaurant channels a nineteenth century Italian bistro, with sidewalk tables and a row of open air doors leading into a cozy bar and café. The ultimate subterranean playground, LAVO Nightclub is designed with a multi-layered, voyeuristic approach, ideal for both after dinner entertaining and late night revelry. LAVO is part of The TAO GROUP, a leading restaurant and nightlife company that develops, owns and operates many of the most successful food, beverage and nightlife entertainment venues in the United States.

• Spaces for 20-250 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Morso is a culmination of a life in food and a passion for culinary excellence. With the essence of his Tuscan homeland at heart and a truly original style of cooking; Celebrity Chef Pino Luongo shaped the Italian menus that we now consider classic. From birthdays and business presentations to wedding receptions and showers, Morso provides a dynamic backdrop to your next private event. With semi-private and private areas as well as the full restaurant and our garden terrace available, Morso can cater parties both large and small for day or evening.