Top Elizabeth 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 20-40 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Empire Diner’s Iconic venue is the perfect setting for private dining, special events and location shoots. Our Dining Car is a New York City landmark with its unique stainless steel art deco façade. The White Room is understated sophistication with a refined contemporary appeal. The Library located upstairs of this free standing landmarked building is great for private dinners and receptions. Our classic American fare with refined quality ingredients take on traditional diner favorites, combined with our seasonal cocktail program will certainly turn any celebration into a memorable event.

• Spaces for 18-24 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

From the enormous disco ball plated with 10,000 pennies hanging over the dining room to the wall of antique tequila barrels, Bodega Negra is as much a feast for the eyes as it is the palate. Amidst the cozy, intimate, moodily-lit “Tudor Hacienda” décor, Chef de Cuisine Victor Santibanez (in collaboration with Executive Chef Brad Warner) has crafted an upscale Mexican menu designed for sharing with small plates such as fresh ceviches, tacos and salads, as well as more generously proportioned dishes like Roasted Chile Rellano, Lamb Barbacoa Tacos and Carne Asade. Bodega Negra also has a beautiful private dining room, that can hold between 18-24 guests, making it ideal for group dinners, office parties or birthday celebrations.

• Spaces for 45-50 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms

• Spaces for 110-350 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 1 Theater

Founded in 1977, the New Museum is located at the intersection of SoHo and the Lower East Side. It offers a variety of event spaces for corporate and individual members to entertain in a cutting-edge contemporary art museum.

• Spaces for 135 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Happiest Hour is a whimsical cocktail bar and full-service restaurant by Acme’s Jon Neidich and veteran New York bartender Jim Kearns, formerly of the NoMad Hotel and Pegu Club. Its “You pick ‘em, we pour ‘em” motto drives a non-judgmental drinks menu in a breezy space, adorned with cartoon palm trees, that evokes bygone California and Florida resorts. Anchored by an award-winning burger, the elevated diner-style food at The Happiest Hour is simple, yet highly satisfying, and classically American. A rock and soul soundtrack completes the mood for unforgettable events of all types.

• Spaces for 70-120 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

ACME hosts a variety of private events in our ground-floor Restaurant, downstairs Lounge, or a combination of the two. Whether you are looking for a cocktail reception with passed canapés, or a seated dinner served family style, ACME has you covered. Come for the food, stay late for the Lounge Events at ACME typically take the format of a cocktail reception with passed canapes, a seated dinner served family style, or a combination of the two. Buyout packages feature a beverage offering which includes premium open bar, specialty cocktails, wine, and beer.

• Spaces for 40-225 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Philippe Chow's Private & Semi-Private Dining Rooms are the ideal location for your event, whether you're planning a little get-together or a big party. We provide tailored food and beverage packages, a range of settings, and deliciously elegant experiences for you and your guests. Both the brand's distinctively contemporary appearance and Chef Chow's contemporary interpretation of classic Chinese food are upheld at Philippe Downtown. Bold red accents are used around the room to denote good fortune and joy in Chinese culture. The restaurant is open and adaptable, with movable spaces perfect for private dining options for gatherings of up to 225 people. Upon entering, visitors are enticed into the main dining area by a mirrored staircase lighted by subtle gold lighting. The seating options range from free-standing tables beneath a gold-leafed ceiling to opulently upholstered banquettes. The walls are decorated with tasteful artwork that combines light and textural materials. A DJ booth is housed in the main bar, which is behind the eating area, and is encircled by a golden bamboo display case.

Large, light-filled professional custom event space in the iconic Starrett-Lehigh building in the gallery district of West Chelsea. Moments from Hudson Yards, the High Line, the West Side Highway and Hudson River Greenway, Javits Center, Chelsea Piers, and the Meatpacking District. 2,400 sf main space ('shooting space' on attached floorplan), including a 20'x8' glass-walled room which can be used as a client office, conference room, or coat check. Wraparound windows with northern and eastern exposure, with 12.5' high ceilings, and individual blackout blinds in each window for total light customization. Perfect for castings, panels and discussions, showrooms, team-building events. Multiple passenger and freight elevators including truck fright elevator, hi-speed wireless internet, surround-sound stereo system with adjustable volume controls in each area of the studio, private bathroom, and huge full-service kitchen. Main event space, bathroom, and kitchen can be separated from the production offices where the studio staff work for total client privacy. Pets welcome!

• Spaces for 55 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Slowly Shirley is an elegant subterranean cocktail sanctuary by Jon Neidich of ACME and Tijuana Picnic, and Jim Kearns formerly of The NoMad Hotel and Pegu Club. With Art Deco décor, old school hotel service and both classic and contemporary cocktails, Slowly Shirley transports guests to Hollywood’s Golden Age, when glamour and sophistication held sway. The Slowly Shirley menu includes dishes from The Happiest Hour, as well as exclusive bar fare from their friends at Blacklock over in London.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Glasshouse Chelsea is a unique, multi-functional venue on the 14th and 21st floors of the architecturally acclaimed Chelsea Arts Tower in NYC's Chelsea neighborhood. The event space has floor-to-ceiling windows and outdoor terrace space that provide spectacular views of the Hudson River, Downtown, and Midtown Manhattan. Glasshouse Chelsea features 11 and 14-foot ceilings, a catering kitchen, and built-in infrastructure including AV, lighting, rigging, and power distribution. Space can accommodate up to 200 guests and provides a clean, white canvas, the perfect backdrop for an array of different decor and themes to blend in. Glasshouse Chelsea's modern, yet timeless, design aesthetic is ideal for a wide variety of corporate, social, and non-profit events.

• Spaces for 20-550 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Beauty & Essex is available for all variety of events, from intimate dinners for 12 up to cocktail events for 550 people. The restaurant sits behind a functioning pawn shop and has a full service bar on both floors, as well as 4 dining rooms and a lounge area. Each of our spaces can be reserved semi-privately or combined for full floor and restaurant buyouts. Unique on the Lower East Side, the atmosphere of the 10,000 square foot space is both grand and intimate, moody and effervescent. Various rooms for lounging and dining unfold on two floors, like a large turn-of-the-century townhouse. Each room has its own unique elements that celebrate timeless jewelry designs and upscale jewelry stores. The space is truly versatile and is ideal for corporate events, fashion shows, reward dinners, movie premiere parties, and film shoots.

Sound Mind Center is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit witha venue space that hosts both private rentals and mission-aligned programming amplifying mental health issues through the power of music.

• Spaces for 60 Guests

Make sure that the next event you plan is something everyone will be talking about! We are a Virtual Reality and 360 degree cinema company based in Brooklyn, NY with a retail space minutes away from Barclays Center. Fighting zombies, becoming the next race car driver, traveling the world, or stepping into a painting that you created yourself are just some of the unique adventures our customers experience through 360 degree videos and VR gaming. VR is new, fun, memorable, and makes your dreams a reality. YokeyPokey brings VR to everyone through private parties or corporate events in our location or to any location of our clients choosing. We cater the experiences to our guests and their passions.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Convention Center

THE BREAKDOWN “State of the art” Sports and Entertainment Facility Located at Pier 36 on South Street (off the FDR Drive) 70,000 sq ft facility 55,000 sq ft parking lot 15,000 sq ft deck overlooking East River with views of downtown Manhattan, South Street Seaport, Manhattan/Brooklyn Bridges and Statue of Liberty. Network capabilities feature a Multi Gig Aruba WiFi networks Wifi system designed to accommodate thousands of simultaneous users. Barco 2.8mm LED Screens; Seven 6.5′ x 11′, Two 9′ x 16′ Twenty-Two (22) 65in Flats Screens

• Spaces for 50-300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 6 Event Spaces

Rising 14 stories above the Hudson River, Canoe Studios Events offers breath-taking views of the entire upper and lower Manhattan skylines. Canoe Studios has multiple event spaces that can be tailored to any type or size of event you desire. Whether it be an intimate dinner party, a grand wedding, a cocktail soiree, a charity gala, product launch or business meeting, Canoe Studios can cater to your individualized needs. With a history of being founded my family and continuing to grow while still holding on to the family foundation, it is obvious that Canoe Studios will work to make your stay as warm and welcoming as possible.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Union Square is the location of the Manhattan Penthouse. Palladian windows, which are found throughout the loft-like space and provide panoramic views of New York City, are installed throughout the building. The venue can accommodate up to 180 guests, making it an excellent choice for corporate functions, weddings, and other social events of all kinds. When Monika Nemeth finished college in Budapest with a major in Hotel and Catering Management, she went to work for Compexpo, where she organized conventions. Her next position was at the Hungarian Pavilion at the 1992 World Exposition in Sevilla, Spain. Monika arrived in the United States in 1994 and began working as the Catering Director at The Downtown Athletic Club in New York City. Her pleasant demeanor, professionalism, and graciousness serve to reinforce the positive attributes of our company. Brian Pancir received classical training at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. He worked as an apprentice in Michelin-starred restaurants throughout Europe before becoming Sous Chef at Jean-Georges for four years in New York City. Mr. Brian has worked as a private chef for a number of celebrities, has advised Trader Joe's and Golden Corral, has served as Culinary Director of Manhattan Star Academy, and has been voted Best Chef by Dan's Paper magazine. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys traveling the world in search of fishing opportunities.

Located in the Ludlow Hotel on Manhattan’s storied Lower East Side, Dirty French is an energetic bistro created by the acclaimed hospitality brand Major Food Group and its co-founders Jeff Zalaznick, Mario Carbone, and Rich Torrisi. Dirty French's Main Dining Room can accommodate large parties of up to 24 guests non-privately or it can be booked privately for up to 90 guests seated or 150 guests for a reception-style event. Dirty French's Private Dining Room is located on the 2nd Floor of the Ludlow Hotel, through a private entrance. The room has a built-in bar, dedicated restrooms, a private coat check, and large windows overlooking Ludlow Street. It can be booked for up to 50 guests seated or 80 guests for a reception-style event. Dirty French’s Garden is a beautiful courtyard that is located on the ground floor of the Ludlow Hotel. The space features a glass ceiling, exposed brick walls, a picture window looking into the kitchen, and open airflow. It can be booked for up to 24 guests seated.