Top Lower East Side Holiday Party Venues

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The multi-area restaurant idea was invented by Merchants NY, which is also the market leader in the steadily growing "Living Room" dining and drinking category. With 25 years under its belt, Merchants is still committed to providing "great, polite, courteous, and attentive service." Merchants offers traditional American cuisine, a sizable wine selection, and specially prepared cocktails in a stylishly furnished modern setting, making it the perfect place for both dining and drinking. There are numerous private party rooms at Merchants that can hold groups of 20 to 200 people. The "Living Room" has a fireplace and eye-catching furnishings that combine old world elegance with unmatched comfort. Merchants, a real local hangout, serves as many people's "home away from home." It has a comfortable atmosphere that makes it ideal for small groups and private events. Chelsea people watching is ideal at the sidewalk café. Merchants offers a variety of starters, soups, salads, and entrées that are suitable for all palates along with seasonal fare. Open every day until 4:00 am, food is served until 2:00 am on weekdays and until 2:00 am on weekends.

• Spaces for 75 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Black Hound is a modern speakeasy with an extensive menu of fine wines, spirits, and beer in addition to immaculately crafted cocktails. Spicy tuna tartare on crispy rice, artichoke dip, and a premium grilled cheese sandwich are just a few of the delectable light bites offered here. Enter The Black Hound through a low-key door into a handsomely furnished room with dark wood and plush furnishings that is amber-lit. You can unwind in the back lounge or at the modern white marble-topped bar in the front room. The Black Hound is ideal for a quiet, refined evening with friends or a private rendezvous. Parties with up to 75 guests can be accommodated for larger events. Interested in booking The Black Hound for your next private event? Please complete the form on our website to get in touch or if you have any questions, and we'll get back to you right away.

• Spaces for 16-70 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 Event Space

Rhodora Wine Bar is a cozy and refined natural wine bar nestled in the heart of Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Known for its thoughtfully curated wine list, zero-waste ethos, and intimate ambiance, Rhodora is the perfect backdrop for elegant celebrations, private parties, and unforgettable gatherings. Whether you’re planning a small cocktail-style reception or a seated dinner, our warm, design-forward space and sustainable approach to food and drink create a truly memorable experience.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

The past and the present collide as you enter Barcade! Experience the nostalgia and atmosphere of a vintage arcade combined with a fully stocked bar with craft cocktails, and an expertly curated selection of American craft beer. Barcade provides a unique nightlife experience where you and your guests can engage in friendly competition, enjoying the most definitive classic video games and pinball machines of all time, plus impossibly hard-to-find titles from our extensive and unparalleled game collection. For over two decades, Barcade has built a legendary reputation for serving the finest American craft beer. Each location boasts 24 taps, prominently featured at the center of the bar, with a rotating lineup of brews showcased on the chalkboard above and updated daily in our printed beer menu. Each menu provides detailed descriptions to guide your choice, and our Cicerone-trained bartenders are always ready to help you find the perfect pour. Not a beer lover? No worries—we also offer a full selection of spirits, custom cocktails, hard seltzers, hard ciders, and plenty of non-alcoholic options. Barcade hosts all kinds of events, large and small: holiday parties, corporate happy hours, team building events, anniversaries, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, engagement parties, family friendly events, bar and bat mitzvahs, and film and photo shoots. Party packages come standard with drinks and tokens or are fully customizable at a variety of price points including open bar and top shelf open bar options Experience add-ons include game tournaments, pinball tutorials, beer tastings, swag bags, and photo booth rentals. Hours listed are normal operating hours. Event bookings are available outside of normal operating hours.

The ideal location for your upcoming business event, group outing, brunch gathering, or birthday celebration is Mezze on the River. Our crew may alter the cuisine and beverage options to suit your particular tastes and guarantee a singular waterfront experience! Private and semi-private events, including sit-down dinners, cocktail parties, and everything in between… We are pleased to host events of all kinds. Come socialize at MOTR! Mezze On The River is a brand-new Waterfront Haute Dining concept from Merchants Hospitality with Mediterranean influences. In the Battery Park neighborhood of Manhattan, right on the water with a view of the Hudson River, Executive Chef Antelmo Ambrosio's new twist on Mediterranean, Greek, and seafood meals will be served to diners. Mezze On The River, a distinctive and exciting addition to the Downtown restaurant scene in New York City that serves shared mezze platters together with fresh seafood and beautiful seasonal drinks created by a committed mixology staff, was inspired by a trip to Oia, Santorini. The restaurant offers customers a clear view of the passing sailboats and yachts departing the adjacent North Cove Marina thanks to its two outdoor dining terraces with direct Hudson River views as well as its indoor seating with floor-to-ceiling windows.

• Spaces for 50-140 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

Private events at the Assemblage provide you with the same ease and comfort that our members experience daily. Our team offers full event production and programming services from strategy to execution.

• Spaces for 10-350 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Event Spaces

La Tête d’Or embodies the essence of metropolitan life, named in tribute to the stately park in Chef Daniel Boulud’s hometown of Lyon, France. Nestled alongside the iconic Madison Square Park, this restaurant is a tribute to timeless steakhouse flavors and traditions, where Chef Boulud has crafted an experience that celebrates exceptional ingredients infused with a French flair. Designed by the renowned David Rockwell, La Tête d’Or features five vibrant and thoughtfully curated spaces. Each area has been meticulously crafted to provide a unique yet cohesive experience, blending bold aesthetics with innovative design elements. The restaurant’s grand yet welcoming décor includes soaring ceilings, deep blue banquettes, and warm wood and copper accents, providing the perfect backdrop for celebrating timeless elegance and Chef Boulud’s culinary artistry.

• Spaces for 7-300 Guests
• 10 Event Spaces

Apella (Greek: Ἀπέλλα) stems from the Classical Greek term for the civic assembly in Sparta, which regularly convened to decide on key affairs of the city-state. A modern adaptation of this ancient tradition, Apella by Alexandria serves as the premier event venue for the most significant meetings and celebrations in New York City.

• Spaces for 50-100 Guests

SUTRA IS A MODERN YET MINDFUL CONCEPT FROM THE MATTHEW KENNEY CUISINE TEAM LOCATED ON THE FOURTH FLOOR AND ROOFTOP OF ALO YOGA'S FLAGSHIP LOCATION. WITH A CREATIVE MENU THAT HIGHLIGHTS ELEVATED, REFINED, PLANT-BASED CUISINE, OUR URBAN OASIS IS A DESTINATION FOR THOSE SEEKING CONSCIOUSNESS, CELEBRATION AND REALIZATION – ALL EXPERIENCES EMBODIED BY THE FUTURE OF FOOD.

HALL x Odo is the beginning of a new journey for Chef Odo. With respect to seasonality of ingredients in Japanese tradition and modern culinary techniques, Chef Odo is exploring the perfect balance. HALL x Odo embodies the deepest appreciation of nature and creativity in culinary wonders.

• Spaces for 1,200 Guests

Located in the heart of Chelsea, Slate remains one of New York City’s iconic hotspots. Equal parts upscale bar and lounge, event space, nightclub and adult playground, its elegant design delivers a venue that has something for everyone, and its beautifully designed games area will keep the fun going all night long! One of New York’s only venues with private and semi-private reception spaces, Slate offers 16,000 square feet of dynamic space over two floors with an option to slide down to our game level via our 20 foot slide! With flexible layouts, a compelling Chef driven menu, group entertainment and games such as pool, ping-pong, bowling and more, state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities, banquet seating and NYC’s biggest HD screen, Slate is your answer.

• Spaces for 40-300 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

The Princess Manor is a chic, modern catering venue in Brooklyn- perfect for weddings, anniversaries, vow renewals, birthday parties and more. Elegant and stylish, it's a truly special place to host your dream celebration. Whether you're planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, our customizable packages offer everything you need—so you can relax and enjoy your big day. Known for European-inspired elegance, gourmet cuisine, and exceptional service, the Princess Manor brings a regal touch to any event. Wedding Ceremony & Reception Package Exchange your vows beneath our stunning crystal chandelier, then celebrate in style with gourmet cuisine, champagne toasts, dramatic LED lighting, and elegant décor. From planning assistance to flawless execution, our all-in-one wedding package is designed to make your big day stress-free and spectacular. NYC’s Go-To Spot for Birthdays We specialize in birthday celebrations of all kinds—from Sweet 16s to golden-age milestones—making every moment unforgettable!

• Spaces for 24-150 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

Park Avenue opened in September 2014 with a New American Bistro menu that changes seasonally. The restaurant’s designers paid special attention to creating distinctive private event spaces that can adjust to accommodate a spectrum of event sizes and needs. The refined, airy look of the dining rooms’ designs transform with each season. The unique design of each space will make an impression on your guests and make your event memorable. When you choose to plan an event with the professionals at Park Avenue, we will work closely with you to ensure that no detail is overlooked to make the occasion exemplary for you and your guests. We also offer customized music options; we have worked with acclaimed music producers for a house mix of classic jazz standards that set the tone for an upscale, festive event. If you prefer, you can be the maestro of the event’s music by bringing your iPod or MP3 player, which we can connect to our sound system for a seamless, professional sound. There is an audiovisual screen available for use. In addition, we have relationships with the best resources for floral design and audiovisual to enhance your event, if required. We will work on your behalf to ensure a seamless experience. It is the thoughtful, special touches like this throughout the event planning and execution that make events at Park Avenue exceptional.

• Spaces for 100-400 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

The Ace Hotel Brooklyn is located in Boerum Hill, on the outskirts of Downtown Brooklyn, about a block from the Hoyt-Schermerhorn Station and at the crossroads of everything. We designed Ace Brooklyn from the ground up, every piece in service of the borough's ceaseless ingenuity, made to move and breathe right along with the city itself, as the next chapter in Ace's long relationship with New York. The hotel's Brutalist front blends smoothly with interiors inspired by European modernists' raw artist studio spaces, thanks to longstanding Ace partners Roman and Williams. Guest rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of Manhattan, Staten Island, and the Statue of Liberty, as well as a common lobby and a large-scale installation by artist Stan Bitters. We created a lush indoor garden with a double-sided fireplace and sawtooth skylight, as well as lots of indoor and outdoor work spaces for our neighbors and visitors — a permanent home to carry on the city's great legacy of people doing things their way, together. Spaces for Events The Ace Hotel Brooklyn's highly adjustable event rooms were created to serve a never-ending borough, designed to move and breathe in tandem with the metropolis. Each location is a versatile and spacious canvas that can be used for everything from intimate weddings to culinary seminars, album launches, dinners, and celebrations. Gallery With year-round featured exhibitions and talks, our gallery space, which has an oculus skylight, provides as a continual showcase for local artists and artisans. Atrium Our second floor Atrium, a high-ceilinged event area capable of hosting wedding receptions, full moon parties, or anything else you might need a big room for, is flooded with natural light and an able host for wedding receptions, full moon parties, or anything else you might need a big room for. The Workplace Our second-floor meeting rooms are flexible spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows and are modular and appropriate for any occasion. A comprehensive demonstration kitchen is available for classes and special occasions. The Steps The Stoop is a generously proportioned venue with a symphony of natural light and its own full bar.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Brooklyn Brews, Laid-Back Vibes, Memorable Events Host your next gathering in Greenpoint’s favorite neighborhood brewpub - where the beer is fresh, the food is craveable, and the vibe is just right. Description Keg & Lantern’s Greenpoint location is a neighborhood favorite for craft beer lovers and anyone looking for a relaxed, welcoming place to gather. With a rotating selection of house-brewed beers, elevated pub fare, and a mix of cozy indoor and heated outdoor spaces, it’s perfect for milestone celebrations, casual receptions, and corporate socials alike. The warm, rustic interior and friendly team make it easy to host an event that feels effortless yet memorable. Available for partial or full buyouts of indoor and outdoor spaces. Fast Facts - Location: Greenpoint, Brooklyn - Capacity: 150 seated (full capacity) - Spaces: Indoor taproom & heated outdoor patio (available for partial or full buyouts) - Vibe: Rustic, cozy, laid-back, and authentically Brooklyn - Food & Drink: House-brewed craft beers, full bar, elevated pub fare - Private & Semi-Private Events - Semi-private tables in the taproom for smaller groups - Heated patio available for year-round celebrations - Flexible food & beverage packages to suit any group size or budget - Ideal for birthdays, corporate happy hours, holiday parties, casual receptions, and sports watch parties What Makes It Awesome - Local Craft Beers: Brewed on-site for a unique, hyperlocal touch - Year-Round Patio: Heated outdoor space for events in any season - Built-In Entertainment: Multiple TVs for sports or presentations - Neighborhood Energy: Feels like a true Brooklyn gathering place - relaxed yet vibrant Amenities - House-brewed craft beers & full bar - Indoor & outdoor seating options - TVs for sports or media - Elevated pub fare menus - Experienced, friendly staff for group service

• Spaces for 65-500 Guests
• 5 Museums
• 5 Landmarks

The Rubin Museum of Art is an arts oasis and cultural hub in New York City’s vibrant Chelsea neighborhood that inspires visitors to make powerful connections between contemporary life and the ideas, cultures, and art of the Himalayas, India, and neighboring regions. With an emphasis on cross-cultural connections, the Rubin’s special exhibitions celebrate art forms that range from ancient to contemporary, including photography and multimedia, while its permanent collection galleries are focused primarily on art from the Himalayan region. DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU CAN RENT THE RUBIN? Make the Rubin yours. Speak with one of our planners today to find a space for your next event, plan a custom Rubin experience, or set the perfect backdrop for your film shoot. From a stunning atrium to a state-of-the-art theater, the Rubin Museum has the right space for any event. Experience the Rubin in your own way. From retreats to meditation and yoga, plan an unforgettable event in an inspiring space.

• Spaces for 22-150 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Cafeteria’s iconic venue is the perfect setting for private dining and special events. Our smartly designed PDR is a study in understated sophistication. The Lounge, located on the lower level, has its own bar and is great for intimate private receptions…Cafeteria style! Our celebrated comfort food menu and innovative cocktail program will keep your guests talking long after the party’s over. Whether its a small luncheon for twenty guests or gala for 500, let Cafeteria cater your next affair with a custom menu that’s tailor made for your brand.

• Spaces for 80 Guests

Art Bar has been a West Village institution for more than 30 years and is a welcoming spot for both locals and visitors. Grab a booth in the front bar if you want to be in a dynamic crowd and in a welcoming environment. Sink into an overstuffed couch in the back living room for a cozier place to unwind, where you can sit by the working fireplace and take in gallery exhibits from regional artists. A digital jukebox with thousands of music selections is available at Art Bar, which also features a daily happy hour and seasonal specialty cocktails. A wide variety of options are available on the meal menu, including vegetarian selections, and the kitchen is open late every day. Ready to host your next event at Art Bar? Please complete the form on our site if you have any questions about private event booking, and we'll get back to you right away.

kid pizza is a New York style pizzeria in New York City. The menu focuses on delicious cocktails, curated wines, classic and seasonal pizzas and veggies. Our private dining space holds up to 45 people, includes a private bar, projector and skylight.