Top Newark Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 60 Guests

The Bouley Test Kitchen is a one-of-a-kind Event Space and Dining Room in the Flatiron District of New York City. The Bouley Test Kitchen is open for lunch on weekdays. The multipurpose Test Kitchen serves as an attractive event space, an engaging classroom, and a state-of-the-art culinary laboratory, with a range of outstanding layouts to match the demands of your party. Private events, corporate/media events, photo/video shoots, and, of course, cookery demonstrations are all made possible by the audiophile A/V equipment, which includes projection and complete videoconferencing capabilities. Bouley Test Kitchen can accommodate up to 100 people seated or 150 standing for a reception. It is equipped with an open performance kitchen, a Steinway grand piano, and an audiophile A/V system from McIntosh. The Bouley team may use the Test Kitchen to experiment with new gourmet ideas and refine existing ones. Organic and bio-dynamic components help to advance innovative procedures that are motivated by health and taste. In the Bouley Test Kitchen, visitors can be seated for up to 120 people and cocktail parties can accommodate up to 180 people. A welcoming area for handed canapés or small dishes is provided in the space's expanding form, which combines the refinement of a 'Chef's dream' with a library of more than 8,000 textbooks of culinary inspiration. The Steinway Concert B piano in the main dining room reverberates beneath a Murano glass chandelier from the 18th century. With a wall of slate connecting the dining room to the kitchen, where guests are encouraged to chalk handwritten recipes or notes for special occasions, guests are invited to see the chefs' expertise in a setting adorned with 16th century copperware. Color LED projection technology, which is state-of-the-art, may be used to customize anniversaries or corporate events. The Test Kitchen also includes equipment from artisanal industry giants such as Molteni, Rational, and Electrolux, as well as handcrafted B&W Nautilus speakers and an emerald lighted turntable powered by the McIntosh Sound System.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

More than 50 years of culinary heritage are celebrated at Nanina's as part of a magnificent multimillion-dollar refurbishment project. During your outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour, our beautifully landscaped grounds will offer the perfect backdrop for your special day. Nanina's famed cherry blossom gardens, combined with the architecture of a Tuscan house, provide a picture-perfect environment that must be seen to be believed. All of this, together with our award-winning cuisine and superb service, has helped to establish Nanina's In The Park as a Landmark Renewed. Nanina's In The Park is located on the outskirts of Branch Brook Park in New Jersey, which is known for its beautiful cherry blossom trees that bloom each spring. Nanina's Restaurant has been in the same location for more than 50 years and is proudly family owned and run. It is easily accessible from all major roads and is just three minutes from the Garden State Parkway. Nanina's provides the ideal environment for amazing catered events, including beautiful weddings, distinguished business gatherings, and all of your family festivities. Contact us now to learn more. Our Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 400 seated guests, is reserved exclusively for one event at a time and is available for rent.

Venue 845 in Jersey City is a stunning location for holding any event, whether it's a private celebration or a business event. In order to provide a special guest experience for your business event, Sweet 16 celebration, quinceanera, baby or bridal shower, or adult birthday party, you can design and modify any of our spacious, light-filled rooms. You will be able to change our space by bringing in your own décor, regardless of whether you are organizing the event yourself or collaborating with an event designer. You will receive help from a member of the on-site team with serving and cleanup. With the option to choose your own caterer, you may let your guests enjoy a buffet dinner or a private fine dining experience while staying within your predetermined budget. The ideal location for family occasions is Venue 845. Children may have fun at your party with the three 50-inch plasma TVs with an Xbox, Wii, and PlayStation 4 system that are located on the mezzanine. Any games or DVDs can be brought in to be used with these devices. We also have a 65-inch plasma TV in another room, which is great for watching sporting events and even organizing a sporting event viewing party. Venue 845 is the perfect location for your upcoming corporate event, holiday party, or conference because we are close to all of the main sources of transit in the NYC area. We provide easy access and some on-site parking for visitors traveling from Jersey City, Hoboken, Edgewater, Weewaken, North Bergen, Guttenberg, or adjacent regions. For up to 75 guests, our rooms can be tailored for cocktail parties or larger sit-down events to celebrate your company's achievements and reaffirm your vision through presentations and any live entertainment you may want to add. If you're seeking for a special place to entertain, Venue 845 provides an adaptable setting for the most avant-garde occasions. Our lovely setting will serve as the backdrop for any occasion, from an affordable and spectacular engagement party to a business event focused on team building.

• Spaces for 40-750 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Total Spaces

Montclair Wedding Sanctuary occupies a historic Neo-Gothic church in Montclair, New Jersey, designed by architect Bertram Goodhue and dedicated in 1916. Soaring vaulted ceilings, a cathedral-length aisle, intricate stained glass windows, and original oak woodwork give the main Sanctuary one of the more architecturally distinctive ceremony settings in northern New Jersey. The congregation behind it — a ministry of First Congregational Church of Montclair — has championed inclusive values for nearly 150 years, hosting Montclair's first same-gender marriage in October 2013 and explicitly welcoming interfaith, unaffiliated, same-gender, and non-traditional couples. Three spaces serve different moments of the day: the Sanctuary itself, accommodating ceremonies from 25 to 450 or more guests; the Courtyard Garden, an outdoor setting with stonework and a central lawn suited to gatherings of up to 40; and the Guild Room, a high-ceilinged, heavy-beamed reception hall for up to 85 seated or cocktail-style guests. On-site coordinators, ordained officiants, professional musicians, live-streaming, and decor packages are available to support every element of the celebration.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

In addition to offering sweeping views of New York City and sophisticated elegance, The Highlawn also boasts an impressive 100-year history and is one of the most magical venues in the tri-state area for weddings, anniversaries, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthdays, corporate events and celebrations of any kind. To learn more about The Highlawn, please visit their website. The Highlawn, which is majestically perched atop the East Rock Reservation, provides an absolutely spectacular venue for your big day. Our culinary staff brings decades of experience from many Michelin-starred restaurants in New York and throughout the world to our establishment. They have their fingers on the pulse of all the current trends in weddings and food, and they take great satisfaction in improving the quality and prominence of every event they work on or attend. We have everything you need to make your wedding celebration unique and completely adapted to your vision, whether you want a spectacular ceremony with hundreds of your closest friends and family or a small, private gathering. From the beginning of the procession to the end of the last dance, our expert staff is devoted to making every element of your special day absolutely flawless. Our wedding event professionals like collaborating with brides-to-be to plan the wedding of their dreams. We've hosted more than a thousand weddings over the course of three decades, and we look forward to hosting more in the future. Our team takes great delight in working within your budget to ensure that every couple has a stress-free, picture-perfect wedding celebration. In addition to its award-winning chefs and excellent cuisine, The Highlawn is known for creating magnificent wedding meals that are customized to your preferences and wedding style. We are dedicated to ensuring that the beginning of your happily-ever-after is an outstanding event for you and your guests. The Highlawn, which has one of the most renowned panoramic views of the New York City skyline, makes for an absolutely breathtaking setting for both indoor and outdoor wedding celebrations. In addition to our beautifully planted gardens and exquisite entry hall, we have a large outside patio where you may have a reception. In addition to our historic structure, our outdoor garden ceremony location is ideally located at the cliff's edge of "Eagle Rock," with views of the villages below and New York City across the river. Within walking distance of our outdoor ceremony space are the more than 400 acres of Eagle Rock Reservation, which provides a plenty of opportunities for unforgettable wedding photographs. The Skyline Ballroom and Garden Atrium are two of our formal venues that may be used for indoor wedding ceremonies in addition to our outside garden wedding ceremony space if the weather is nice.

• Spaces for 375 Guests

The aim of New York Edge is to assist students from underserved neighborhoods in closing the opportunity gap by delivering programs that increase academic achievement, health and wellbeing, self-confidence, and leadership qualities that will prepare them for success in life. The work of New York Edge has been acknowledged by major companies as well as other financial partners. It is because of these collaborations that we are able to close the opportunity gap for thousands of children each and every day. Through academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills development, New York Edge closes the opportunity gap that kids in underinvested neighborhoods experience in order to achieve success in school and beyond. It is our mission to serve as a non-profit organization that is one of the major providers of afterschool programs in New York City and the surrounding metropolitan area. In grades K-12, we have an impact on approximately 40,000 kids from over 100 sites who are primarily from underprivileged communities. Year-round, programs are offered before or after the school day (including Saturdays, over the summer, and holiday periods).

A unique meeting experience is guaranteed at the Wilshire Grand Hotel, which offers unrivaled hospitality, immaculate accommodations, and a dedicated personal event manager to make your meeting a success. The details of your meetings, team building activities, and corporate retreats will be handled by a dedicated on-site event manager from our group sales team, who will act as your point of contact throughout the process. Your event manager will make certain that every aspect of your itinerary is customized to meet your specific requirements. In the event that you're having out-of-town guests at your wedding, they'll need a place to stay because you don't want them to crash the bridal suite! Hotel blocks for weddings allow guests to all stay in the same location, which makes things like planning and transportation much more straightforward. Furthermore, it is more enjoyable for your guests, who may wish to mingle and enjoy their own after-party. Reserving hotel room blocks is the most effective way to ensure that your guests have a place to stay close to your reception area. Our Stunning Ballrooms feature complimentary LED lighting, impeccable service, and unrivaled culinary offerings.. Our beautifully landscaped grounds, patios, and fountains are a photographer's dream come true.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

A unique meeting experience is guaranteed at the Wilshire Grand Hotel, which offers unrivaled hospitality, immaculate accommodations, and a dedicated personal event manager to make your meeting a success. The details of your meetings, team building activities, and corporate retreats will be handled by a dedicated on-site event manager from our group sales team, who will act as your point of contact throughout the process. Your event manager will make certain that every aspect of your itinerary is customized to meet your specific requirements. In the event that you're having out-of-town guests at your wedding, they'll need a place to stay because you don't want them to crash the bridal suite! Hotel blocks for weddings allow guests to all stay in the same location, which makes things like planning and transportation much more straightforward. Furthermore, it is more enjoyable for your guests, who may wish to mingle and enjoy their own after-party. Reserving hotel room blocks is the most effective way to ensure that your guests have a place to stay close to your reception area.

• Spaces for 100-450 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Our dazzling ballrooms include complimentary LED lighting, impeccable service, and unrivaled culinary offerings. Our beautifully landscaped grounds, patios, and wedding cake fountains are a photographer's dream come true. There are 89 guest suites, rehearsal dinners, and after-parties available. Everything is located under one roof. A wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Sweet 16, corporate event, or high school reunion at The Wilshire is really a once-in-a-lifetime experience unlike any other. The Wilshire Experience is truly about you, as it combines personalized attention with unbeatable value. Our Award-Winning Culinary Team will create a delectable menu tailored to your preferences, resulting in a menu that is unrivaled in terms of quality and variety for you and your guests. Our renowned banquet team will create an event that is as one-of-a-kind as the guest of honor who will be honored. Manicured gardens for your outdoor ceremony, cocktail receptions in the garden, and premium open bars are all available. ​ World-class cuisine, devoted sales specialists, and exceptionally talented maitre d's are just a few of the attributes of this establishment. ​ Year after year, we are consistently rated as the best.

• Spaces for 630-1,200 Guests

The Westin Jersey City Newport offers relaxing vistas of the Hudson River, the Manhattan skyline, and New York City. In the center of the city's downtown sector, our beautifully constructed hotel warmly greets guests with waterfront accommodations. Our hotel is well located for visiting popular destinations because it is close to the Newport PATH station, Hoboken, the Liberty Science Center, Liberty State Park, and Newark Airport. Relax, rejuvenate, and take advantage of opulent features like our WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio and a cool indoor pool. At Fire and Oak, sate your hunger with wholesome American food while seeing the coastline. Rest peacefully at night in modern lodgings with Westin Heavenly Bath items and the renowned Westin Heavenly Bed. Event planners have a choice of over 20,000 square feet of venue space, cutting-edge technology, and a AAA Four Diamond environment. The Westin Jersey City Newport has everything you need for a rejuvenating getaway.

In Jersey City's Harborside District, there is a waterfront multipurpose event facility called The Atelier Ballroom. The location offers unmatched views of the Manhattan skyline and a culinary expertise that has won awards. It's time to celebrate after finding the love of your life! The Atelier Ballroom offers the ideal location for your wedding celebration, whether you want a lavish extravaganza, an elegant soiree, or an intimate gathering to mark the start of your happily ever after. Your wedding will be the talk of the town because to our elegant atmosphere, breath-taking décor, NYC skyline background, creatively prepared gourmet delights, and first-rate service. Your wedding dreams will come true with the help of our event specialists as they walk you through every step! We think there should be celebrations every day! The Atelier Ballroom combines classic luxury with a contemporary sense of adventure to give your guests an unforgettable experience for your once-in-a-lifetime event, regardless of the occasion: engagement parties, bridal showers, christenings, sweet sixteen/quinceanera parties, anniversary celebrations, baby showers, holiday parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthday parties, or high school prom. The best views of the Hudson River Waterfront are combined with our hallmark service and exceptional hospitality to keep the celebration going! Our event specialists help you design the menu and select the ideal finishing touches to create an amazing celebration.

• Spaces for 16-450 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

“A flawlessly designed eating and drinking complex that looks both industrial and luxurious.” Located on the Hudson with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline, Battello offers an unforgettable culinary experience featuring a contemporary Italian-based, seafood-influenced menu designed by one of New Jersey’s top culinary masters, Chef Ryan DePersio. With soaring ceilings and a series of open, elegant areas, including two bars, a lounge that is equipped for live entertainment, several dining rooms, and a bridal suite, Battello was designed to accommodate social gatherings large and small – from weddings, corporate events, special occasions, etc. Battello has some of the most talented restaurant professionals in New Jersey. Together, we share the passion to exceed the expectations of even the most discerning patron and deliver a memorable experience composed of exceptional cuisine, creative cocktails, a unique wine program, and industry-leading service.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space

Weddings at Union is the wedding program of Union Congregational Church, a century-old stone church on a wide residential street in Upper Montclair, New Jersey. The sanctuary seats up to 400 guests beneath timbered ceilings lit by iron chandeliers and surrounded by Tiffany stained glass windows — an architectural setting uncommon outside historic houses of worship. For smaller celebrations, the Assembly Room accommodates up to 100 guests and comes equipped with 60-inch round tables and chairs. The manicured grounds surrounding the building, with shaped topiary and open lawn, offer additional space for wedding photographs. A Director of Music is available to play organ and piano and can help arrange additional instruments for the ceremony. The church makes no requirements of faith: interfaith couples, same-gender couples, and those who haven't attended services in years are equally and explicitly welcome.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Established in 1901, Upper Montclair Country Club is a member-owned private golf and social club in Clifton, New Jersey, located 12 miles from Midtown Manhattan. The club's 27-hole championship course was designed by A.W. Tillinghast and Robert Trent Jones, Sr., and Upper Montclair is among a select few clubs worldwide to have hosted tournaments for all three major professional golf associations. The club holds the designation of Distinguished Golf Club of the World. The recently expanded Clubhouse accommodates private events ranging from intimate gatherings of 15 guests to elegant receptions of 200 or more. The in-house Culinary Team supports the full range of occasions the club hosts — from corporate breakfast meetings and golf outings to elaborate weddings and social celebrations.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

With breathtaking vistas and delectable cuisine, this restaurant is redefining the ultimate dining experience. It has been more than five decades since diners of the Chart House have been treated to exceptional cuisine and breathtaking vistas. From the humble origins of our first restaurant in Aspen, Colorado, to the recent inauguration of our 28th location inside the Golden Nugget Atlantic City, Chart House has established a national reputation for quality in the culinary industry. Choose from one of our signature fish specialties, slow-roasted prime rib, and delectable salads no matter where you dine: 750 feet above San Antonio, Cardiff by the Sea with the surf breaking right in front of your table, or Weehawken with breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. We also have a restaurant in Cardiff by the Sea with the surf breaking right in front of your table. The classic Hot Lava Chocolate Cake from Chart House is the best way to cap off a fantastic dining experience at the restaurant. ———— However, it is crucial to note that fan comments to the Chart House Facebook fan page do not represent the viewpoints of either Chart House or Landry's, Inc., nor can we vouch for the veracity of any of the information included within. The postings on our fan page will be reviewed to ensure that they are consistent with Chart House ideals, as part of our commitment to you, the fans. But because we are unable to monitor every posting or conversation, we expect users to refrain from posting content that falls into the following categories, and Chart House reserves the right to remove postings and fans who are: • abusive, defamatory, or obscene • fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • in violation of any intellectual property right of another • in violation of any law or regulation • otherwise offensive • promotional or marketing content not related to the topic at hand • otherwise offensive In the case of current Chart House fans, if you no longer desire to be a fan of the label, you may "unfan" our page by clicking on the option "Remove me from Fans."

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Above is a classy rooftop wedding location connected to the Hilton Garden Inn in Staten Island, New York. Newlyweds can take a breath of fresh air while enjoying sumptuous amenities and breathtaking views of the New York City cityscape from the wraparound open-air patio. The combination of fire pits, an open kitchen, beautiful marble furnishings, and dramatic lighting creates a wonderful evening full of joyful memories. Professional personnel is on hand to provide top-notch services and event management, ensuring that couples enjoy the best wedding experience possible. The elegant Rooftop space and open air patio are reached through private elevators. Handcrafted cocktails go well with the selection of small meals. The stylish metropolitan décor, which includes both classic and soft seating, is complemented by twenty-foot high floor-to-ceiling windows that provide amazing panoramic views. With an à la carte dining experience, enjoy seasonal, modern American cuisine. Panoramic views of NYC, heated cabanas, fire pits, open kitchen with small meals, and handcrafted cocktails are all features of this modern rooftop indoor/outdoor private event venue. The only rooftop ballroom on Staten Island.

• Spaces for 300-600 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Nestled in 415 acres of protected woodlands, The Hilton Garden Inn Staten Island is a grand hotel offering 198 rooms and suites, the world-class Lorenzo’s Restaurant Bar and Cabaret, and the elegant Nicotra’s Ballroom. The Hilton Garden Inn Staten Island, located on 415 acres of protected forests, is a beautiful hotel with 198 rooms and suites, a world-class restaurant and bar called Lorenzo's Restaurant Bar and Cabaret, and an elegant ballroom called Nicotra's Ballroom. Nicotra's Ballroom, located minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport and Manhattan, is a spectacular venue for your wedding or special occasion. BALLROOMS The freshly renovated Nicotra's Ballroom, which features lavish wall coverings and stunning gilded chairs, will provide guests with the high service and elegance of a Manhattan event. Floor to ceiling windows let you to take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding wooded surroundings from every angle. In each individual banquet hall, the warm, vibrant color palettes create a cozy, private atmosphere. Nicotra's Ballroom is an elegant and beautiful setting in which to celebrate your special day. TREVI GARDEN is a garden in Trevi, Italy. Our silk-tented, Italian piazza-inspired Trevi Garden, complete with cobblestone flooring and lampposts from Venice, will transport you to another time and place. Italy's old-world charm, as well as its inherent romance and grandeur, should be experienced.

• Spaces for 85 Guests
• 1 Boat
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Waterfront

The Mariner III is a 122-foot classic motor yacht built in 1926, available for private charter in New York City from late spring through mid-fall and in Palm Beach, Florida during the winter months. Docked at Pier 60, Chelsea Piers during the New York season, the vessel offers panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and the Brooklyn Bridge from its open-air decks and salon. The yacht retains its original Gatsby-era character — varnished teak, gleaming brass fittings, and hand-crafted beveled lead crystal windows — while supporting a range of private events, from wedding ceremonies and rehearsal dinners to corporate gatherings, birthday celebrations, and photo shoots. Guests can dine on the Upper Bridge Deck, gather in the covered aft deck, or move through the salon and bar areas. Professional catering, a full maritime crew, and live music accommodations are available for all charters.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Weddings are a time for people to come together and celebrate their love. When it comes to The Ritz-Carlton, this means something different for each couple. It can be a fun-filled day at the spa with your bridal party, two people exchanging vows in the middle of a forest under the shade of a canopy of trees, a lavish reception where the dance floor and glasses are always full, or an after-party where the night transforms into day and the sun comes out. Travel to breathtaking locations such as a tranquil Sichuan mountain retreat and a Los Cabos resort nestled between the desert and the ocean. When it comes to a black-tie wedding, our grand ballrooms and exquisite catering are the perfect match! From kosher catering to Hindu ceremonies, you can create a wedding that reflects your personal preferences. Nature provides the perfect setting for a winter wedding, with its snow-capped mountains and towering pines providing the perfect backdrop. Declare your love for one another as the sun sets into the ocean and the waves slap against the shore.

• Spaces for 345 Guests

On the magnificent 120-foot yacht AQUA AZUL, take in the breathtaking Manhattan skyline. We offer the best quality of service so you can unwind and enjoy your NYC yacht charter. Private celebrations, weddings, business and non-profit events, and group charters are our specialties. The Manhattan Steamboat Company is situated in New York and specializes in private yacht rentals in the waters surrounding New York City, including New York Harbor. With our three gorgeous ships, we've been doing it for over a decade. We walk our clients through the entire process, from conception to completion, paying special attention to every detail. We also collaborate with a small group of NYC vendors that are professionals in their fields and share our concept of providing our clients with innovative yet cost-effective solutions. Our clients are aware of what to expect and how their celebration will proceed in advance. That is why we have so many happy clients that return to us year after year!