New York City is a foodie’s paradise, with tons of restaurants serving up all kinds of cuisines. Whether you’re celebrating something special, having a business meeting, or just hanging out with friends, there’s a perfect spot for you. If you want a more private and cozy experience, many restaurants offer private rooms. These rooms are great for groups and often have customizable menus and dedicated staff. From fancy restaurants to trendy spots and neighborhood favorites, NYC’s private dining rooms are the perfect place to create a memorable experience. Here are a few of our favorites:
You’ve probably heard of Gramercy Tavern before. This New York City landmark has been serving up stunning food since 1994. They have a number of private dining options available including their dining room that can seat 22 guests. They operate on a minimum spend and prices vary depending on the time of year and if you book lunch or dinner.
Dine at Rockefeller Center at Le Rock. They have a beautiful private dining room designed with dark wood, dim lighting, and mirrored walls. The space can seat up to 16 guests and is an intimate spot for all occasions.
Joji
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This Michelin-starred spot is hard to get a booking at. The Japanese restaurant, Joji, features a multi-course Omakase experience and the table can be booked exclusively for 8 people. If you’re looking for an intimate private dining experience and want to indulge in some delectable food, this is the place for you.
K’FAR
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Head to Brooklyn to dine at K’FAR. This Williamsburg restaurant serves up delicious Israeli food and has one of the most stunning private dining rooms available to rent. The glass enclosed patio can be used year-round and can sit up to 45 people. If you’re looking for a more intimate experience they also have a private room that can accommodate 10 guests on one long table or 18 on two.
Cafe China
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If you’re looking for authentic Chinese food and want to celebrate in a private setting, Cafe China is a wonderful place to visit. The Midtown restaurant is a hotspot for Sichuan cuisine and good vibes. They have a number of private rooms available for hire ranging from seated capacities of 8-12 to 78. They operate on a minimum spend budget and prices vary depending on the date and time of your event.
Close by to Central Park, in Columbus Circle, you can find All & Sundry, dishing up seafood classics, tasty burgers, and more. You can hire out the upstairs for a seated capacity of 30 or standing of 85 or the downstairs for a seated capacity of 60 or standing of 120. If you need even more space, you can rent the entire venue.
For tasty Italian-American food, you have to check out Don Angie. And for private dining you can pop next door to Don’s Next Door. It has its own cocktail area, kitchen, and entrance and can be rented out for seated dinners of up to 18 guests. It’s a great choice for corporate events, birthday parties, and more.
A truly unique dining experience can be found at Peak Sky Cellar. It’s located on the 101st floor of 30 Hudson Yards and features incredible views of NYC. The glass-enclosed private dining room can fit up to 18 seated guests for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re there for a birthday party or a corporate event (there’s even a screen available), you’re bound to take away some memories.
53
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You’ll find a contemporary hotspot dishing up Asian cuisine at 53. Located in the heart of Midtown, there are three different spaces available for private hire. If you’re looking for a seated dinner – up to 22 people, you’ll want their private dining room. The Dome, which is located on the entrance level, can seat 32 people. Then they have Ba53ment, which can be hired for a private party.
From weddings to birthday parties to cocktail receptions, Sunday in Brooklyn has several private rooms that are great for a variety of event types. Their third floor private dining room can fit 16 people seated. The outdoor greenhouse can fit 20 seated. They also have a second floor covered garden that can accommodate 24 people seated. For larger parties up to 50, the second floor sun room is the best option. Enjoy family style brunch options or a hearty dinner.
Dining in a skyscraper couldn’t be anymore “New York.” Le Pavillon, which serves food made by famous chef Daniel Boulud, can be found in One Vanderbilt. They have a private dining room, semi-private garden, or the entire space can be hired out for up to 200 people.
You can find Freemans down an unused alley off the Bowery in New York City. The American tavern style restaurant has a number of private rooms that can be used for bridal showers, corporate dinners, birthday parties, luncheons, and more. From their wine room which can seat up to 12 guests to the blue room which can fit up to 20 to the red room that can accommodate 30 guests, you can find a room and vibe which works for you.
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