Top Rockaway Township Venues

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

The Merchant's House Museum is New York City's only family home to survive intact — inside and out — from the 19th century. Built in 1832 in the late-Federal and Greek Revival style, the Manhattan rowhouse carries triple landmark designation at the federal, state, and city levels, including National Historic Landmark status since 1966. It was the first building designated under New York City's 1965 Landmarks Preservation Law and remains one of only six residential interior landmarks in the city. The Tredwell family occupied the residence from 1835 until 1933, and more than 3,000 of their original belongings remain in place. The museum is also recognized as Manhattan's only documented site of the Underground Railroad open to the public. For private events, the venue accommodates up to 30 guests for intimate wedding ceremonies, garden elopements, and engagement photography sessions. The 19th-century rear garden serves as the primary ceremony setting; the Greek Revival double parlor and 1850s kitchen provide indoor alternatives when weather requires.

• Spaces for 60-100 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Tony's Di Napoli has been one of New York City's original family-style Italian restaurants since its founding in 1990 by Herb Wetanson and his son Greg. Inspired by their family's neighborhood spot, Don Peppe's in Ozone Park, Queens, the restaurant was built around authentic Italian red sauce recipes and the kind of generous, shareable portions that bring a table together. The Upper East Side location on 3rd Avenue hosts private celebrations — birthdays, anniversaries, corporate gatherings, and holiday parties — for groups of all sizes. Party packages are available for groups of 15 or more, with custom family-style menus tailored to fit the occasion and the budget. Three dedicated private spaces — the Original Party Room, the Private Party Room, and the Wine Room — each accommodate 40 to 50 guests, giving event planners a welcoming and flexible setting for midsize celebrations in a restaurant that has been a fixture of New York dining for over three decades.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Please inquire about having us host your net private event! Birthday Parties, Meetings, Stag Parties, or just a random get together! This is the place. We have a back private room available and we offer special party menus including passed hor d’ourves or platters.

Ryan's Daughter is a local friendly neighborhood bar located on the upper east side, New York. The upper stairs bar can book for private events.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Alder Manor is a 72-room Renaissance Revival mansion in Yonkers, New York, designed in 1912 by the architecture firm Carrère and Hastings for mining magnate William Boyce Thompson. Named for Thompson's Montana hometown of Alder Gulch, the estate sits on more than six acres of classically inspired gardens filled with authentic Roman artifacts imported from Italy in the early twentieth century. The interior is defined by a succession of original architectural features: marble floors, walnut and oak paneling, a rare English-style trompe-l'oeil ceiling, a 15th-century Italian stone fireplace, an actual 16th-century Italian church façade incorporated into the structure, a three-story staircase, and an indoor tiled pool topped by a stained glass window. Many of the 72 rooms retain original Renaissance paintings and historic artifacts. The grounds command views of the Hudson River and the Palisades. Alder Manor is available for film, photo, and commercial shoots, with convenings, retreats, private events, and weddings anticipated in 2026.

• Spaces for 12-200 Guests
• 6 Restaurants

We found a perfect cozy space at the end of an unused alley off the Bowery in the fall of 2004, and Freemans Restaurant was born. The restaurant's concept was to create a rough, secretive colonial American tavern. Early Americans imagined the cuisine to be simple, rustic, and inspired by Old World traditions. We've held everything from weddings and birthday parties to movie premieres, luncheons, wrap parties, bridal showers, and business dinners over the years. For seated dinner parties or cocktail celebrations, Freemans has three private rooms available. The entire second floor, including the drawing room, or the entire restaurant, can be rented for groups of 30 to 200 people. Our intimate working wine cellar provides an exceptional eating environment. In your own private wine cellar, seats 10-12 guests for a sit-down lunch or dinner. In an elegant 2nd floor dining room, the Blue Room seats 13-20 guests for a sit-down lunch or dinner, or up to 30 guests for a cocktail reception. Our largest single private room is the Red Room on the second floor. In an attractive 2nd floor dining room, seats 20-30 guests for a sit-down lunch or supper, or up to 40 guests for a cocktail reception. Guests can book the Red Room, Drawing Room, and Blue Room for large-scale gatherings. For a sit-down lunch or dinner, all three rooms can seat 30-80 people, or up to 100 people for a cocktail reception. Our second-floor private cocktail bar can accommodate groups of up to 25 people. We can seat 140 guests for a seated dinner or up to 200 guests for a cocktail reception with a full buyout. Reach out today to start planning your private dining experience!

• Spaces for 70-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

WhiteBox is a non-profit contemporary art space in Manhattan, founded in 1998 as an alternative gallery in the then-nascent Chelsea neighborhood. Over more than two decades it has relocated across the city — to the Lower East Side, East Harlem, and most recently to Alphabet City in the East Village — sustaining 27 years of uninterrupted programming along the way. The space describes itself as a radically inclusive institution with a mission to remain freely accessible to everyone, prioritizing underserved communities through exhibitions, educational programs, and participatory projects. Its calendar spans contemporary art exhibitions, performances, artist conversations, and workshops, alongside recurring initiatives such as the FireHouse Lit Lounge, a cultural-literary-performance salon. Docent-led tours are offered in English, Spanish, and Chinese. Open Tuesday through Friday, WhiteBox offers a gallery setting in the East Village suited to exhibitions, cultural gatherings, and community-oriented events.

In the heart of midtown Manhattan, you'll find Quality Bistro, a lively brasserie with a focus on steak that serves updated versions of bistro standards in a quirky setting. The restaurant features an inviting bar, an airy conservatory, and an open dining area. The space is accentuated with custom light fixtures, wine cabinets that go from floor to ceiling, and one-of-a-kind vintage accents. In addition, the restaurants have separate areas that are designated for special functions. A one-of-a-kind and eclectic atmosphere is achieved throughout the restaurant by using elements such as plush banquettes, zinc tabletops, hand-painted art features, and discovered things. Quality Bistro is a lively steak-centric bistro located in the middle of Manhattan, and it has two unique private event spaces that can be booked for parties and other gatherings. The modern brasserie environment was designed by founder Michael Stillman in collaboration with longstanding design colleagues AvroKO, who were responsible for the warm textured accents. The private event rooms have an open and spacious vibe thanks to the high ceilings and arched windows. These spaces also include bespoke light fixtures and vast flora arrangements. The rooms are appropriate for a broad variety of event types, including seated dinners, cocktail receptions, business meetings, and social gatherings. The menu at Quality Bistro features innovative and tasty spins on bistro standards like Crabcake Paillard, Chateaubriand au Poivre for Two, and Poussin Pressé with Lemon-Charred Herbs, in addition to a selection of mouthwatering seafood alternatives. Your guests will have the opportunity to savor a variety of special components throughout the evening, including a delectable selection of house-made beverages and sweets. The Avenue Room and The Boulevard Room are the two private dining room choices that are available to visitors of Quality Bistro. Each of these rooms has the capacity to host up to 40 people seated or 50 guests for a standing cocktail reception. For gatherings of a greater size, the Avenue and Boulevard Rooms may be merged to form a bigger space that can accommodate up to 100 people for a standing reception or 80 people sitting. We have been in business together with a number of the city's most reputable suppliers for many years. In the case that you want extra floral design or specialist audiovisual resources for your event, we are able to link you with excellent alternatives in both of those areas.

• Spaces for 110 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

212 Steakhouse is proud to be the first and only Japanese Kobe Beef Marketing & Distribution Promotion Association member in New York, making us the only restaurant on the East Coast serving authentic Japanese Kobe Beef. Kobe beef is a delicate, dignified sweet lean meat that is complemented by the taste and aroma of melt-in-your-mouth fat. Its so-called "shimofuri" fat marbling is the key to its delectability. At low temperatures, the "sashi" fatty component of the flesh itself begins to melt. It will virtually melt in your mouth as a result of this. Its exceptional flavor is due to an abundance of irosinie and oleic acids, which have been scientifically proven. Our location, located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, offers elegance and comfort in a charming setting for a memorable wedding or a variety of events. Our professional top-of-the-line team and chefs painstakingly construct every element to suit your style and budget in order to create a memorable event. Our mission is to provide every foodie with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our goal is to produce and promote a delicious and engaging dining experience.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Renaissance Revival-style building, which stands five stories tall, was designed by William C. Frohne and completed in 1896. It is a rare surviving example of the numerous social halls constructed in the nineteenth century for the immigrant and ethnic communities of New York City. Over the course of more than a century, the Bohemian National Hall (Czech National Hall, also known as the Czech National Hall) has served as an important center for Czech and Slovak culture in New York City. For more than a decade, it has served as a focal point for its community, providing ethnic food, Czech language and history classes, and space for its large community to gather and hold various events. Over the course of more than a century, the Bohemian National Hall has established itself as a significant center for Czech and Slovak culture in New York. For more than a decade, it has served as a focal point for its community, providing ethnic food, Czech language and history classes, and space for its large community to gather and hold various events. Currently, the Bohemian National Hall serves as a poignant reminder of the once-vibrant working-class ethnic enclave that once existed in Yorkville, as well as a monument to an important chapter in the history of immigrants in New York City and the United States. The Czech Republic acquired ownership of the Bohemian National Hall in 2001 when the Bohemian Benevolent & Literary Association (BBLA) transferred ownership to the government of the Czech Republic. In order to emphasize the building's ties to the Czech Republic, it is now housed in the same building as the Consulate General and the Czech Cultural Center. The BBLA takes up the entire third floor of the building.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

In Clove Lakes Park, you will find the ideal getaway. Escape the daily grind and enjoy our gourmet dining in this beautiful lakeside location. Brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails are all available. Our skilled staff will design your wedding, anniversary, shower, or business event to perfection. We will respond to your every need and ensure that your eating experience on our terrace or waterfront patio is one to remember. See what is all the commotion about! The Stone House Restaurant is located in the middle of Clove Lakes Park on its own own island. The Stone House is the ideal location for your next event, surrounded by the natural splendor of Staten Island's lakes, ponds, paths, and animals. Enjoy the ambiance of our magnificent slate-roofed house, which is wonderfully located on the water. Our lakeside terrace, with its gazebo and fountains, offers stunning vistas and spectacular surroundings that can be the highlight of your next catered event or dinner. We provide a choice of party packages to suit your preferences and budget. Our facility can accommodate everything from small, personal gatherings to major weddings and business events. We have room for up to 150 persons. To organize a personal tour with one of our event planners, please contact us directly. Please see our Chef's Loft page for smaller, more intimate gatherings of 16–20 people for sit-down dinner or up to 25 people for a cocktail-style setting. Weddings The Stone House at Clove Lakes is a huge Staten Island haven and a premier island wedding location with award-winning dining and lodging. Our professional wedding planners assist couples in making their fantasies a reality. Allow our team to assist you in having a stress-free, yet top-notch experience on your wedding day.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

At The Fulton, a restaurant by world-renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, you can get away from the city and rediscover the enchantment of the sea. The Fulton is a one-of-a-kind venue for your private event, with indoor and outdoor riverfront dining with views of the Brooklyn Bridge. The Fulton is Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's first seafood restaurant, and it's in an area of town where he fell in love with the vibrancy of the former Fulton Fish Market in 1986. The menu, which pays homage to The Seaport's past, focuses on the best ingredients and the abundance of the sea and beyond. Vongerichten has created a devoted following of diners who follow him across the world for four decades. ABC Kitchen, abcV, and Public Kitchen in New York, Market in Paris, and Mercato in Shanghai and Guangzhou are among the chef's 36 (and counting) restaurants. The Seaport's unique nautical heritage has been woven into the textures of The Fulton, which Vongerichten and interior designers Yabu Pushelberg have created as a venue to link New Yorkers and visitors with the city's maritime past. The restaurant's main dining floor is encircled by hand-painted murals by painters Diego Castao and Chandler Noah. The work, titled "South of Cape Horn" and inspired by Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, relates the narrative of explorers who embark on a chance expedition in quest of a rumored sea monster. The restaurant's waterfront location provides a unique New York dining experience, complete with patio seating and some of the best unobstructed views of the Brooklyn Bridge.

• Spaces for 70-450 Guests
• 4 Landmarks
• 2 Event Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

This upmarket eating experience is made possible by the award-winning, globally inspired food and spectacular views of the city that can be enjoyed from the Delegates Dining Room. The Delegates Dining Room, which is located on the 4th level of the landmark United Nations headquarters, has views of the East River and the upper Eastside of Manhattan and is open to the public. Easily accessible from everywhere in the city, tourists are taken around the structure, past magnificent art donated by countries from all over the world, before arriving at their destination. A unique and sophisticated eating experience, The Delegates Dining Room provides award-winning and globally inspired cuisine that is served in a luxurious setting. Its varied cuisine, which varies daily and includes sophisticated dishes from all around the world, is a must-try. Exclusive exclusive events hosted by the CulinArt Group at the Delegates Dining Room at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

In the past, you may have encountered us as Lead Belly, but with the changing of the seasons, it was time for a change, which resulted in the unveiling of our next chapter, Bar Belly. Aside from the name change, everything you enjoy about your life remains the same. With everything from seasonal cocktails to a variety of fresh oysters and now decadent bites to further satisfy your palate, there's something for everyone. Bar Belly is also a great place for a date night or small dance parties — and our costume chest is always ready to welcome you! Located on the Lower East Side, this neighborhood cocktail bar serves seasonal libations along with fresh oysters and decadent bites. Come listen to live music every week! The Lower East Side's neighborhood cocktail and oyster bar, featuring live jazz on a weekly basis. $1 oysters and Happy Hour are available. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily

• Spaces for 150-400 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

The DL is a multi‐level lounge, restaurant and event space located on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Spanning 7,500 square‐feet over three levels, its luxe decor and dynamic energy embodies a lively ambiance. Guests can dine on the first floor in an atmosphere lit by chandeliers dripping in crystals or head straight upstairs to our rooftop lounge. You can also stop at the sexy and sultry second floor (Red Room) or enjoy spectacular views of the Williamsburg Bridge on the South Beach–esque third floor (Rooftop). The third floor of offers unique views of the Lower East Side skyline. Additionally, the space boasts one of the largest retractable rooftops in all of New York City. No matter what the occasion is, birthday, private event, or just a night out, The DL has what you are looking for. Give us a call and speak with one of our event specialists who will make sure your experience with The DL is hassle free. ROOFDECK Ideal for: Buyouts, Launch Parties, Corporate Mixers, Holiday Parties and more! Located on the third floor 5,000 square feet Best for parties of up to 150 guests seated or 400 guests standing Music can be set‐up via DJ or IPOD plug‐in Equipped with a HD video wall Retractable cover for events in any weather! Minimums may apply given group size, time of the year and service requirements RED ROOM Ideal for: Birthdays, Anniversaries, or Charity/Fundraisers Located on the second floor 1,000 square feet Best for parties of up to 60 guests seated or 100 guests standing Music can be set‐up via DJ or IPOD plug‐in Minimums may apply given group size, time of the year and service requirements DINNER ON LUDLOW ‐ MAIN DINING Ideal for: Wine Tastings, Dinner Parties, Cocktail Receptions, or Seated Lunch/Dinner Located on the first floor 1,500 square feet Best for parties of up to 60 guests seated or 150 guests standing Music can be set‐up via DJ or IPOD plug‐in Minimums may apply given group size, time of the year and service requirements

• Spaces for 75-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

We are lucky to have hosted some incredible parties over the years and look forward to many more.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Boat

The crew members of our magnificent Cloud 9 III and Cloud 9 IV Yachts are available at your beck and call at all times. The Cloud 9 Yacht crew, who are dressed in formal clothing, deliver superb white glove service to its guests. The knowledge and professionalism of the trained crew, which has over 23 years of experience, will ensure that your event is the best experience you have ever had. The Yachts we have available are both of excellent size and can meet all of your party and event requirements. Cruise New York aboard any one of our New York Yachts for any occasion, and the celebration will be made even more memorable with the most sought-after view of New York Harbor from the comfort of your own private luxury yacht rental in New York City. Gourmet cuisine is available at the cloud nine, and a competent crew is on hand to cater to your every need and desire. On the New York Harbor Tour, the yachts sail down the East River, Hudson River, and past the Statue of Liberty. Any event is ideal for a New York cruise, and the New York skyline will serve as your backdrop. The venue can handle everything from a modest private dinner party to a large extravagant special event. Transform your gathering into a memorable nautical occasion. In addition to exclusive business yacht cruises, we also provide exceptional New York and New Jersey social celebration cruises, as well as stunning fundraisers. Any event can be held on one of our custom-designed yachts, which cruise through New York Harbor in style and have climate-controlled accommodations.

Welcome to Pier 132, your exclusive warehouse/loft style event space in Sobro (South Bronx). A rustic and elegant lounge provided for all your personal and professional events. Enjoy this private and discreet location, conveniently located 5 minutes outside of Manhattan.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Grand Slam Banquet Hall locates in the Bronx and offers a spectacular setting for the most exquisite gatherings and social occasions. The venue is ideal to host events up to 250 people.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Restaurant The River Café, located riverbank beneath the Brooklyn Bridge, oozes romance with its spectacular NYC skyline views, lovely setting, and, most importantly, our classic American cuisine. The River Café, a Michelin-starred restaurant, also has one of the world's most impressive wine selections. Beautiful floral arrangements, live piano music, and impeccable service add to the romantic mood, making it the ideal location for the numerous engagements that take place. Since 1977, our exquisite dining room, strict dress code, and Michelin-starred menu have delighted locals and guests from all over the world. Chef Brad Steelman's menu, which features a classic American fare of elegance and refinement, proudly compliments the changing seasons. Above all, The River Café has been dubbed "one of the most beautiful restaurants in the world" for more than 40 years. As a result, this magnificent venue provides the ideal setting for one of the most memorable evenings of your life. Across a bridge, over a river and into a dream. The Terrace Room The Terrace Room at The River Café is unrivaled in its ability to provide your guests with an unrivaled private dining experience with stunning views of New York Harbor, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Manhattan skyline. The Director of Private Events will answer any inquiries regarding special events or corporate dinners (30 to 100 people) and will assist in the planning of every detail. Contact privateevents@rivercafe.com for more details. Weddings The River Café can provide every amenity for your event. Celebrate and dine in our glass-enclosed pavilion overlooking the New York skyline. By appointment only. Please contact privateevents@rivercafe.com