Top Upper East Side Dinner Party Venues

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 50-500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 2 Total Spaces

Somewhere Nowhere NYC is a two-level indoor lounge and open-air rooftop venue perched atop the Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel on the 38th and 39th floors. Located at 112 West 25th Street, the venue offers a rare escape above the city - immersive, transportive, and distinctly removed from the energy of the streets below, while remaining unmistakably New York. Spanning 5,516 square feet, Somewhere Nowhere is designed to seamlessly blend progressive sound and lighting technology with lush, garden-inspired décor and whimsical design details. The experience begins upon arrival, as guests enter through a dramatic arched entryway and ascend through a dreamlike passage adorned with playful, surreal artwork, setting the tone for what lies above. The main lounge evokes a secret garden in the clouds, where curated sounds from top international and local DJs meet refined hospitality. Above, the indoor lounge and open-air rooftop pool unveil sweeping, panoramic views of Manhattan’s skyline, creating a striking backdrop for private events, brand activations, celebrations, and social gatherings. Whether hosting an intimate cocktail reception, an elevated celebration, or a high-energy nightlife experience, guests can enjoy inventive cocktails, shareable plates, and live music in a setting designed to feel both otherworldly and sophisticated. Somewhere Nowhere NYC is also the first rooftop venue in New York City to feature KV2 Audio, delivering a state-of-the-art sound experience that enhances every event.

• 2 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 20-200 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 9 Total Spaces

Rosehill Rooftop is an inviting rooftop oasis in the heart of Manhattan’s Rose Hill neighborhood. Designed for both lively celebrations and intimate gatherings, our space offers a stylish escape above the city streets. With sweeping skyline views and a warm, sophisticated atmosphere, Rosehill is the perfect setting for unforgettable events of all sizes. We invite you to host your next corporate or social event at Rosehill Rooftop. Let our team customize your gathering for up to 175 guests. We offer private and semi-private spaces for a wide range of occasions including birthdays, engagements, weddings, brand launches, reunions, and more. All events are elevated by our thoughtfully curated food and beverage menus, crafted entirely in-house. From seasonal small bites to full-course dinners, everything is made from scratch using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The result is a delicious, personalized culinary experience your guests will remember. Our rooftop features flexible furniture arrangements, a spacious main bar, and an optional satellite bar for enhanced service. A tucked-away VIP section for up to 25 guests offers the perfect spot for activations, photo moments, or step-and-repeat setups. Rosehill Rooftop delivers a unique blend of charm, comfort, and panoramic NYC views—an unmatched venue in the heart of the city. Inquire today.

• 2 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 500-8,000 Guests
• 1 Rooftop
• 6 Event Spaces
• 8 Total Spaces

The Javits Center is more than just a convention center. Named after the legendary and lifelong New Yorker, Senator Jacob K. Javits, this self-sustaining New York icon spans six blocks on Manhattan’s West Side to provide scenic views of the NYC skyline for the wide variety of special events we host in addition to trade shows and conventions, including cocktail parties, galas, corporate events and more. Over the last decade, Javits has invested in its sustainable operations including the one-acre rooftop farm which supplies fresh produce for our in-house caterer Cultivated for a high-scale farm-to-table experience. Event planners can work with our sustainability team to best utilize our waste management resources to achieve their sustainability goals. Our infrastructure is designed for the ease of event planners, with built-in truss lighting and a four-story truck marshaling building to make load in a breeze. We employ thousands of experienced event and construction professionals dedicated to coordinating and constructing events with major brands prepared to bring your event to life. With a space capable of everything, anything is possible.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 20-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

ILA Penthouse is within the famed FlowerSchool NY and in the center of NYC's Chelsea Neighborhood. The venue has a 4,000 sft roof deck, a 3,000 sft interior space and a 1,200sft bar room. Located in the heart of Chelsea’s Flower District, ILA Penthouse has multiple uses for entertaining indoors and outdoors, from corporate team building events and trainings, to unique Michelin chef dining experiences and other milestone celebrations including baby showers and weddings. Our venue's botanical environment can be configured to suit your individual needs. We offer many catering options, custom cocktails & mocktails, event design services, and of course, flowers. Tables, chairs, house linens, dishes and glasses are all included with your rental. ILA Penthouse and FlowerSchool NY are eco-friendly businesses. We compost organic matter daily, and do not allow single-use plastics or balloons in our space. All of the floral designs are foam-free and supported by organic materials and/or reusable containers. Our venue fee includes round/rectangular tables, silverware, linens and everything you need for a superb event or meeting.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 500-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Lavan Midtown is an iconic, and unique event venue, located in the heart of Midtown New York. This luxurious ground floor event space was established exclusively for private, social events, weddings, product launches, corporate events, art exhibits, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, fundraisers, charities, private concerts, fashion shows, international conferences, corporate meetings, birthdays, Quinceaneras & Sweet 16, awards ceremonies and press events. What makes Lavan Midtown Unique? Its interior is a modern, luxurious, and high-tech white canvas with ample space to design any type of event environment. The Main Room boasts 20-foot-high ceilings surrounded by 145′ of seamless projection mapping. Lavan Midtown is an event designer’s dream. Lavan Midtown can accommodate from 1 – 800 guests and is fully equipped with a full chefs catering kitchen, audio-visual equipment, VIP green rooms, and built-in bars. Lavan Midtown is fully ADA-accessible and compliant with all commercial permits.

• 2 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 32-400 Guests

For your next private event, Cathédrale offers a truly exceptional experience with its French-Mediterranean flair and timeless elegance. Featuring triple-height, 26-foot ceilings and the striking Fillmore wire-mesh sculpture, this stunning venue sets the stage for unforgettable gatherings. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Chef Jason Hall’s ingredient-driven menu can be customized to your group’s needs, ensuring a personalized and memorable dining experience. Cathédrale has three flexible spaces that can be transformed for your dream event. For smaller gatherings, The Poster Room can accommodate 32 seated guests. For mid-to-large celebrations, The Patio can accommodate 58 seated guests and 60 reception style while the Main Dining Room can accomodate 150 guests seated. For Full Buyouts, our venue can seat 250 guests and accommodate 400 reception style. Cathédrale boasts a variety of flexible spaces, including the main dining room, a stylish bar area with additional seating, and a beautiful outdoor terrace with a retractable roof. For a more exclusive setting, the Poster Room provides a private dining space adorned with vintage concert handbills and its own dedicated restroom—perfect for intimate gatherings or VIP events. From corporate dinners to milestone celebrations, Cathédrale’s private event spaces offer the ideal atmosphere for any occasion, paired with world-class dining and unmatched ambiance.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 35-140 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Step into the vibrant world of GupShup, your go-to destination for the best Indian dining experience in New York City. Explore our exquisite regional dishes that bring to life the diverse tapestry of India and our one-of-a-kind cocktail program. Derived from the Hindi term for "fun conversation" or "Hanging out", GupShup invokes the joy of dining, intertwined with delightful interactions with your friends and close ones. From traditional favorites to innovative creations, Culinary Director Gurpreet Singh has curated a menu that tells a story of India's rich culinary heritage. Welcome to GupShup – where passion meets palate, and culinary excellence meets unparalleled ambiance. Join us for an experience like no other and discover why we are revered as one of the best Indian restaurants in NYC.

• 3 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 26-900 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 7 Total Spaces

Host your next event at City Winery New York. With amazing live music capabilities, delectable culinary creations, an award-winning wine program, and stunning outdoor event space, City Winery offers everything you need to make your next private event an unforgettable experience. Our flexible music venue, winery, restaurant, bar, patio, and tasting room spaces can accommodate a variety of private events, from formal weddings and fundraising galas for hundreds of guests to intimate dining experiences and private parties for small groups, and anything else you can imagine. Offering a full-service event space with a built-in stage, state-of-the-art sound and production, and on-site catering in a unique urban winery atmosphere, the search for event venues near me ends here.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 30-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 4 Total Spaces

Miru NYC is a modern event venue and nightlife destination in Manhattan where sleek design, custom lighting, and elevated hospitality come together for unforgettable celebrations. The flexible space combines contemporary indoor lounges, a main event floor with built-in audiovisual capabilities, and curated bar experiences that adapt seamlessly from cocktail receptions to seated dinners and high-energy soirées. Whether hosting weddings, birthdays, or corporate gatherings, guests enjoy dynamic ambiance, attentive service, and a setting that feels both chic and welcoming in New York City. Miru NYC’s thoughtful layout and design make every event feel elevated and uniquely tailored to the occasion.

• 3 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Lavan Chelsea features 5000 square feet of open space with 20-foot ceilings and is designed to host inspirational event experiences. We bring innovation to the event space industry with cutting edge amenities and production capabilities. Lavan Chelsea is the perfect space for corporate conferences, product launches, pop up activations, fashion presentations, social and non-profit events as well as photo and film shoots. Built into the venue is a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system, and a permanent installation of 270-degree projection mapping in the main room. Lavan Chelsea is street level, filled with natural daylight and centrally located at 541 West 25th Street, less than a 5-minute walk from Hudson Yards. THE INNOVATION OF SPACE. IMAGINE. CREATE. EXPERIENCE.

• 2 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 20-100 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 4 Bars
• 5 Total Spaces

Actualizing the spirit of the East Village, SAINT celebrates the art, architecture, and multiculturalism that has defined the surrounding blocks for centuries and brings an electric, recharged revival to the neighborhood of Vaudeville. Located at 136 Second Avenue, the artfully designed SAINT offers new American dishes with a globally inspired modern twist. Nestled in the heart of the grit and the glam, SAINT invites you to experience hospitality in the new age of the 'roarin' 20s'. THIS IS VAUDEVILLE, REVIVED. The bi-level restaurant and lounge features event spaces ideal for all occasions. From our street side cafe and pergola to our iconic secret garden patio, al fresco dining is pure magic. Our globally-inspired menu by features signature share plates, small and large. We continue our journey with the beverage program which includes curated cocktails by Ravi Thapa to elevate your dining experience whilst a botanical ambiance invites you to the downstairs speakeasy-inspired bar to continue the evening. Innovative, casual, cool, and eclectic.

• 2 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 8-952 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 4 Bars
• 8 Total Spaces

Go beyond the typical event space with a collection of one-of-a-kind venues located within Moxy Lower East Side. From glamorous rooftops to sultry lounges, each setting brings its own vibe — perfect for hosting brand activations, private dinners, high-energy parties, or elevated corporate gatherings. The Highlight Room takes rooftop receptions to the next level with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and a luxe indoor-outdoor design. Sake No Hana offers an upscale, Tokyo-inspired atmosphere ideal for refined dinners or cocktail events, where moody lighting and elegant décor set the tone. For something more intimate and mysterious, Silver Lining Lounge channels a golden-era jazz club feel with live music and plush interiors — perfect for after-hours gatherings or creative meetups.Loosie’s, with its rebellious nightlife aesthetic and underground energy, is the go-to for immersive parties and bold brand moments.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 40-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 2 Hotels
• 5 Total Spaces

Unconventional, playful, and approachable, Moxy Williamsburg is a 216-room boutique hotel and neighborhood haven whose easygoing spirit fits seamlessly into its trendsetting neighborhood. The hotel’s timeless architecture and light-filled interiors attract discerning locals and cool-hunting guests alike, as does the range of dining and drinking venues conceived by Bar Lab, the creative force behind Broken Shaker. These venues include Mesiba, a vibrant, design-forward gathering private event space, Bar Bedford, a destination cocktail bar and all-day café; Jolene, a high-energy sound room with a state-of-the-art audio and light system; and LilliStar, an indoor/outdoor rooftop bar whose terrace has breathtaking views of the Williamsburg Bridge and the Manhattan skyline. Bright, airy rooms emphasize natural materials and space-saving design solutions, a large backyard garden provides a spot to unwind alfresco, and flexible co-working and meeting studios serve the needs of Brooklyn’s creative class.

• 4 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 10-350 Guests
• 2 Bars
• 3 Event Spaces

Maxwell Social is a private event venue and members club in New York City that brings weddings, celebrations, corporate gatherings, and creative experiences to life. Inspired by the elegance of a gilded age townhouse, the venue features custom hand-painted wallpaper, antique chandeliers, and grand library spaces with timeless architectural details. With its inviting chef kitchens, intimate dining areas, and sophisticated ambiance, Maxwell Social offers an enchanting setting for gatherings of all kinds.

• 4 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 50-90 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Welcome to Privé, a private dining room and full-service hospitality company nestled in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Privé offers an intimate experience seamlessly blending bespoke menus, unique bar programs, and a wildly ambient atmosphere. We specialize in all things event hospitality. Whether you’re partying with us or we’re bringing the party to you, Privé will be there to handle it. Our private dining room in the Lower East Side or our catering services are perfect for any occasion.

• 2 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 30-475 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Total Spaces

Nine Orchard Hotel offers event spaces for your next celebration in New York, New York. Nine Orchard transforms a Lower East Side landmark into a dynamic 113-room luxury hotel. Originally built in 1912, the 60,000-square foot former bank has been lovingly restored, from the lobby’s soaring, vaulted ceiling to the domed tempietto on the rooftop. All rooms have oversized windows, filling the space with natural light and showcasing the beautifully restored molding and architectural details, quiet color palette, and heart pine flooring, with rooms on higher floors delivering incredible skyline views. The hotel is located on the Lower East Side, surrounded by cultural institutions, picturesque streets, and unique restaurants, in what has become one of downtown New York’s most exciting destinations.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 35-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor

Celestine is an intimate restaurant and venue located in Brooklyn's DUMBO neighborhood. Tucked beneath the Manhattan Bridge on the edge of the East River, our floor-to-ceiling windows offer sweeping views of the downtown skyline and the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges. Our space Our dining room’s design is inspired by Lebanon in the 60s; pale ash wood contrasts with custom-pressed teal tiles, an abundance of plants, floor to ceiling windows on three sides. Retractable glass doors divide our dining room from our seasonal terrace which sprawls out over the East River and the Brooklyn Bridge Park. The space is surrounded by a lush planter which features a bounty of herbs, grasses, and small flowering plants from the North-East. It’s a gorgeous space for an on-site ceremony or cocktail hour, and it’s part of any private event held here. Our cuisine Beyond our physical space, our emphasis is on excellent food and warm, gracious hospitality. We want you and your guests to feel completely at ease from the moment you walk through our doors. Our menus take inspiration from the Mediterranean coastline, and we offer both buffet and family-style options. Our wine list features natural wines from the coastal Mediterranean region. Our cocktail menu highlights delicious riffs on classic drinks (think G&T’s with Turmeric and Lemongrass) and beers from local producers like Other Half and Folksbier. Our pricing We use a flat-fee structure, similar to an event minimum spend. This pricing is designed to cover almost everything, and includes food and beverage for up to 70 guests seated or 85 standing during peak season. While you are totally welcome to look into additional decor details, everything that is used for service is included in your private event. This covers the basics like glassware, plates, flatware, and napkins, but it also covers use of our votive candles, bud vases, table numbers, cake stand, easels, etc. We're also happy to create and print personalized menus for your event in-house. Evening events are typically 6pm - 11pm and daytime events are typically held from 11am - 3pm. New York sales tax, gratuity, and a 5% administrative fee are applied to event subtotals.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 30-500 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 4 Bars
• 8 Total Spaces

Everyone knows that the venue can make or break an event or party. And seasoned New Yorkers know that when it’s time to launch, toast, drink and dance with the best of them, Soho Grand is the place to be. With several stunning indoor and outdoor options, we’re also well-versed in handling both business and social events, including holiday parties, wedding receptions and special occasions.

• 1 Dinner Party Album
• Spaces for 320-450 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Historic Space

Set beneath the coffered marble ceiling of Vanderbilt Hall, Grand Brasserie brings Parisian elegance to the energy of Midtown Manhattan. Our location inside Grand Central places guests steps from every subway line, Metro-North trains, and dozens of business hotels—making corporate galas, product launches, and milestone celebrations effortless for local and out-of-town groups alike. DESIGN & AMBIENCE Original Tennessee marble, Art-Deco chandeliers, and brass detailing create a timeless backdrop, complemented by modern acoustics and discreet drape tracks for simple room-scaling and branding. CULINARY & BEVERAGE Our culinary team pairs classic French technique —think Eggs Norwegian at sunrise, dry-aged côte de boeuf at dinner, and shellfish tower for cocktail hour. Beverage packages range from Grand Central signature martinis to zero-proof pairings. AMENITIES • Marble-top bar with dedicated bartenders • Built-in HD projector and large-format screen, house sound, and wireless microphones; additional A/V by request • High-speed Wi-Fi, ADA-compliant restrooms, coat check • Secure load-in via Vanderbilt Avenue service doors • On-site event manager from first walkthrough to final farewell

• 2 Dinner Party Albums
• Spaces for 250-450 Guests
• 1 Event Space

ASPIRE at One World Observatory is an event space on the 102nd floor of One World Trade Center. A premier event destination for reasons that go far beyond the most spectacular views in the Western Hemisphere. At first sight, one is taken by the upscale decor and exclusive feel of a space par excellence, yet the real spark that lights up the imagination comes from the incredible flexibility of the space. It all begins with a vision. The perfect wedding, an inspired birthday bash, a glamorous holiday party, a company gala, or any one of the unique life moments that deserve a celebration that is more than extraordinary. Key Features: • Over 9,000 square feet of flexible space • Space for up to 450 Guests • Premium Food and Beverage Experience • Dynamic team of Events & Catering professionals • Unique array of custom designed events and packages • Desirably located in the heart of downtown Manhattan