Top Upper East Side Opening Party Venues

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The Lotos Club
5 E 66th St, New York, NY 10065, USA
- Spaces for 100 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
Our beautiful Clubhouse is in every way a home. It was painstakingly repaired after being built in 1900 as a wedding gift for Maria Vanderbilt Shepard and William Jay Schieffelin. Guests and members alike appreciate the environment, which is ageless but not excessive; ideally exquisite yet welcoming. Our staff is kind and helpful, but never overbearing. The Lotos Club's elegant rooms can host a variety of corporate and social events, including an intimate dinner party for eight, a joyous wedding celebration for one hundred guests, and cocktails for 160. Seasonal menus suited to your preferences and event are available from our acclaimed cuisine. Our staff is available to assist you with every aspect, including menus, flowers, and music, so you can rest and enjoy your special day. The elite Grill Room features an Old World/New World ambiance, with classic state dinner menus honoring people who have achieved excellence throughout history at The Lotos Club. The Grill Room can seat up to 75 people for a sit-down dinner and up to 90 people for standing celebrations. The Grill Room can accommodate up to 25 people at one table for an intimate wine meal. Wedding ceremonies, talks, and receptions for up to 75 people are held in the Tennyson Room. It can also accommodate dinner parties of up to 40 people. The Ballroom can accommodate up to 100 guests for wedding receptions, meetings, lectures, and seated lunches. Wedding receptions, cocktail receptions, concerts and talks, as well as seated lunches for up to 50 guests, are all possible at the Library. The Wedgewood Suite is reserved for smaller, more intimate occasions. The Wedgwood Suite consists of the formal 17' x 22' Wedgwood Parlor, which can accommodate up to 20 people for drinks, and the beautiful 18' x 24' Wedgwood Dining Room, which can accommodate up to 30 people for supper. The Directors' Room, located across from the Wedgwood Suite, can seat 30 people for business meetings and 16 people for lunch and dinner. Please note that all private events at The Lotos Club must be sponsored by a member of the Club. To host or sponsor a private event, please contact the Director of Private Dining, Erin Burke at (212) 737-7100 ext. 560, eburke@lotosclub.org,
The Irish Exit
New York, NY, USA
- Spaces for 20-300 Guests
- 6 Restaurants
Nestled within the incredible architecture of Moynihan Train Hall, The Irish Exit, created by The Dead Rabbit Group, redefines the traditional pub as a cutting-edge experience. As part of the Moynihan Food Hall, we offer not only our world-renowned drinks but also the culinary delights of some of New York's finest concepts, including Jacobs Pickles, Pastrami Queen, Alidoro, Sauce Pizza, Burger Joint, Chopt, and Naya, catering to diverse dietary preferences. What sets us apart for corporate events and high-end happy hours? Our prime location near Madison Square Garden, in the heart of Hudson Yards and Midtown West, combined with our versatile space accommodating groups from 20 to 300 guests, makes us an ideal choice. Whether you're planning a corporate gathering, high-end happy hour, or pre/post-event meetup, our venue caters to diverse dietary preferences with meticulously crafted food and drink packages. Experience the epitome of sophistication and convenience at The Irish Exit.
Est. $84/guest
$1,000 min
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
Fushimi Times Square
New York, NY, USA
- Spaces for 25-700 Guests
- 5 Restaurants
- 2 Bars
- 6 Total Spaces
Fushimi Times Square is a contemporary Japanese restaurant and event venue located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Times Square. Known for its striking design and elevated atmosphere, the space blends modern Japanese aesthetics with a vibrant lounge energy, creating a setting that feels both sophisticated and experiential. The venue offers flexible layouts that accommodate everything from intimate private dinners and corporate meetings to large receptions, celebrations, and full buyouts. With multiple private and semi-private rooms, a stylish bar and lounge, and a strong culinary and beverage program featuring upscale Japanese cuisine, sushi, sake, and craft cocktails, Fushimi delivers a seamless balance of fine dining and social ambiance. Its visually dynamic interiors and central location also make it especially well-suited for branded events, content production, and media activations, positioning it as both a hospitality destination and a versatile, high-impact event space.
$3,000 min
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
Duggal Greenhouse
268, 63 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205, USA
- Spaces for 70-3,000 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
The Duggal Greenhouse is a fully raw event venue located in Brooklyn on the East River waterfront with 35,000 sq. ft of unobstructed space, 70’ ceilings and views of the Manhattan skyline. The venue is a blank canvas ready to be transformed for an exceptional custom event experience. With the hire of outside vendors, the iconic setting can be totally transformed into your desired vision. VENUE HEIGHT: 70 FT FLOOR TO CEILING l 54 FT FLOOR TO TRUSS l SIZE: 35,000 SQ FEET CEILING MAX APPLIED LOAD: 24,000 LBS l VENUE CAPACITY: 100-3,000 PEOPLE
Est. $100/guest
No minimum
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East Side
1081 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA
- 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.
Ukrainian Institute of America
2 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075, USA
- 3 Historic Spaces
- 3 Estates
- 3 Mansions
The Ukrainian Institute of America is an exquisite, unique, and memorable space settings for events, celebrations, or receptions. The Fletcher-Sinclair mansion, home to the Ukrainian Institute of America is an exceptional space that combines stunning architecture, world-class art exhibitions, and an unparalleled atmosphere — making it one of New York’s premiere event spaces.
The Lowell Hotel
28 E 63rd St, New York, NY 10065, USA
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
In addition to a variety of dynamic spaces that can accommodate anything from an elegant garden soiree to a high-level business meeting in a specialty suite, The Lowell provides a distinguished backdrop for any upscale private event. Elegant service and delectable gourmet catering are the perfect complements to any event. Featuring distinctive decor, large dining tables, and private terraces with city views, the hotel's five apartment-style suites are the perfect setting for a board meeting or special celebration. When hosting a private brunch, afternoon tea, cocktail reception, or private dinner party at The Lowell, the storied Pembroke Room provides a magnificent setting dripping with Renaissance splendor. The hotel's new Club Room, which is ideal for a sophisticated gathering, welcomes guests with comfortable luxury. Deep sofas, wingback club chairs, and a seamless extension to Majorelle's pristine Garden combine to create one of the most spectacular event spaces in all of New York City for hosting a special occasion.
Seventh Heaven Bar & Karaoke
4 Irving Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237, USA
- Spaces for 50-120 Guests
Immerse yourself in Seventh Heaven; the bartender-owned karaoke lounge, independent theatre and private event venue with a penchant for the uncanny. Seventh Heaven is a cocktail-forward third space with an unapologetically upbeat social energy that transports you to a candlelit isekai fantasy characterized by baroque and brutalist aesthetics. Located in the heart of New York City nightlife, Seventh Heaven is hidden away with an exterior marked only by their signature number 7 adorn by flowing angel wings. Tea-infused signatures are the the star of Seventh Heaven's cocktail program with the photographable Dirty Chai Latte (a chai-infused espresso martini served in a vintage teacup) or The Apothecary's Negroni (an oolong and apricot-infused riff on a Boulevardier with notes of marigold and fresh ginger). This careful curation is present through the rest of the menu through a selection of rare Japanese beer, well-priced natural wines and a robust non-alcoholic mocktail selection. Whether you are searching for one of the largest karaoke rooms in New York City or are looking for a unique space to host your next party, let's meet at Seventh Heaven!
$500 min
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
59E59 Theaters
59 E 59th St, New York, NY 10022, USA
59E59 Theaters is a curated rental venue located in the Upper East and consists of three theater spaces or stages with three weeks minimum runs.
etc.venues 601 Lexington Avenue
601 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10022, USA
- Spaces for 14-200 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 3 Event Spaces
- 3 Meeting Spaces
etc.venues 601 Lexington Avenue offers a contemporary, purpose-built setting in Midtown Manhattan for conferences, corporate meetings, training sessions, seminars, networking receptions, and other professional gatherings. Located within the iconic 601 Lexington Avenue complex, the conference center features flexible meeting and event spaces designed to accommodate both larger programs and smaller breakout sessions. Modern audiovisual technology, adaptable room configurations, catering, and dedicated event support help create a streamlined experience from arrival through execution. With polished interiors and a convenient location near major Midtown transportation and business destinations, etc.venues 601 Lexington Avenue provides a versatile backdrop for New York City events.
92nd Street Y
1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128, USA
The 92nd Street Y is a world-class cultural and community facility where people from all walks of life come together to share culture, art, entertainment, and conversation. We've been using the power of art and ideas to enrich, enlighten, and alter people, as well as the power of community to heal the planet, for over 140 years. Whether you're arranging a birthday celebration, a corporate event, a photo session, a performance, or a film screening, 92Y is the place to be. Make your event genuinely memorable by utilizing 92Y's experience. To promote your event, our marketing and PR teams use a variety of classic and cutting-edge methods and techniques. We collaborate with you to create a promotional campaign that is tailored to your event's needs. We have a choice of bar service alternatives to meet your needs and budget, as well as suggestions for recommended catering companies. In-person, phone, and web sales; ticket printing; and listing on our online events calendar are all part of our whole ticketing service. Basic Service includes ticket printing as well as in-person and telephone sales for 45 days prior to the event.
American Cut Midtown
109 E 56th St, New York, NY 10022, USA
- Spaces for 150 Guests
American Cut Steakhouse pays homage to the steakhouse, which is the most authentic and aspirational New York dining experience. LDV Hospitality, in conjunction with Chef Marc Forgione, captures the nostalgic splendor of yesterday and adapts it to today's modern social life through these restaurants. Our interpretations of American classics, such as our house-favorite Chili Lobster and famed Pastrami Ribeye, combine bold flavors with a distinct design. A mix of tableside dishes, like the 40 oz. Tomahawk Chop flambé and the OG 1924 Caesar Salad, offer a theatrical and vibrant participatory eating experience. From small lunches in our gorgeous private dining room to larger gatherings in our lower-level venue, American Cut Tribeca has a variety of options for your next event. The entire facility is available for purchase all year. Larger groups can reserve the Main Dining Room and Bar exclusively, making it ideal for a cocktail reception followed by a seated meal or buffet.
Ryan's Daughter
350 E 85th St, New York, NY 10028, USA
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.
The Jewish Museum
1109 5th Ave, New York, NY 10128, USA
- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Museum
- 1 Landmark
Located on New York City’s Museum Mile, the Jewish Museum is a museum at the intersection of art and Jewish culture for people of all backgrounds. Whether you visit our home in the landmark Warburg mansion on Museum Mile, or engage with us online, there is something for everyone. The Museum maintains a unique collection of nearly 30,000 works of art, ceremonial objects, and media reflecting the global Jewish experience over more than 4,000 years. Our distinguished exhibition history reveals a deep and rich exploration of Jewish culture and identity, and includes some of the most seminal exhibitions of the 20th and 21st centuries. Our dynamic education programs – from talks and lectures, to performances, to hands-on art making and more – serve a wide range of audiences, including families, teens, students, educators, and visitors with disabilities. As an art museum representing the diversity of Jewish culture and identity, the Jewish Museum believes in free expression and an open society. We embrace multiple viewpoints regardless of race, gender, national origin, or religion, and we oppose discrimination in all its forms. Our exhibitions and public programs provide platforms for cross-cultural dialogue, fostering empathy, mutual understanding, and respect. We champion the powerful roles art and artists can play in our communities, both inside and outside the Museum’s walls.
Bohemian Benevolent and Literary Association
321 E 73rd St, New York, NY 10021, USA
- 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.
Plant Junkie
226 Front St, New York, NY 10038, USA
- Spaces for 24-36 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Bar
- 1 Event Space
Plant Junkie is a 100% Plant Based quick service vegan restaurant, located in the old South Street seaport of Manhattan. We have a private 24 seat dining room with a Speakeasy vibe that is available for private events, speakers, meetings, and dinners, with or without our food services. We also cater off-site events! We serve some of the best vegan food in the downtown area, and love to work with aligned missions. Small group speakers, book clubs, school meetings, are all perfect uses of our space. Located on historic cobble stoned Front st, our space has an old meets new vibe. Let us be your affordable offsite meeting space for family, friends, and business uses. Special menus available.
No minimum
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Laissez Faire
10 Theatre Alley, New York, NY 10038, USA
- Spaces for 75-200 Guests
Laissez Faire is a high-end, bespoke cocktail lounge located at 10 Theatre Alley, within the historic Beekman Hotel. The club's design juxtaposes the structural foundation of the building formerly known as Temple Court, erected in 1883, with luxurious finishes and details, elevating the environment while maintaining its unique industrial essence. Open 4 days a week at 6pm, it is the perfect gathering point for early evening cocktails and light bites, with martini service and food offerings. Later in the night, top-tier DJs from around the world step into the gold-foil booth that presides over the 4-point Danley Sound Labs system, playing a unique blend of timelessly cool tunes.
$5,000 min
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Smack Mellon Gallery
92 Plymouth St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
- Spaces for 175-250 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Situated on the waterfront in the vibrant neighborhood of Dumbo, Smack Mellon offers a truly unique venue for private parties and corporate events. The building is across the street from the picturesque Brooklyn Bridge Park between the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges with breathtaking views of the City skyline. Located in the recently renovated “Boiler Building”, Smack Mellon’s gallery is an especially exciting space with tremendous architectural elements. The 6,000 square foot gallery boasts a ceiling that soars to 35 feet. There are 25 windows on two levels providing beautiful light and a spectacular view of Manhattan and the East River. Smack Mellon is just one subway stop from Manhattan with easy access to the BQE, Manhattan & Brooklyn Bridges and ample parking in nearby garages. The building is handicap accessible.
Est. $70/guest
Pricing Details Available
Well& by Durst
285 Fulton St, New York, NY 10007, USA
- Spaces for 90-200 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
- 1 Meeting Space
The Durst Organization has created Well& by Durst for the many people who come together under our roofs to work, play, live and thrive. Well& by Durst is a constantly evolving experience designed to energize, inspire and connect our guests in a healthy and productive environment. Well& by Durst is the premier event and meeting space on the 64th floor of One World Trade Center, with up to 10,000 square feet of usable space. On event day, your guests will enjoy unparalleled views of Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, as well as the Brooklyn, Williamsburg and Manhattan bridges, along with the use of our in-house furniture, state-of-the-art technology equipment, and breakout and common area rooms. We customize each event and meeting hosted here, meaning the total event fee is based off your specific event needs and consists of a flat-rate venue fee plus a per person catering package. Food and beverage services are provided by our in-house catering team through Legends Hospitality.
Est. $126/guest
$4,500 min
Pricing Details Available
Avg response time 2-4 hrs
Time Out Market Brooklyn
55 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
Welcome to Time Out Market New York — where the best of the city comes together under one roof. With 21 distinct restaurants and 3 curated bars, there's plenty of culinary options to indulge our visitors. At Time Out Market New York, we understand that planning your event shouldn’t feel like a one-size-fits-all experience. The best part of booking your event at Time Out Market New York is the opportunity to indulge in our collection of top culinary talent. Our signature Event Cards allow you and your guests to access our incredible lineup of homegrown local chefs at their own pace, but if you’re looking for something more formal, our team of hospitality experts can help customize an experience specifically for your group. We have several areas that fit small groups or our 5th floor Rooftop that can accommodate private events up to 350 guests.
$5,275 min