Where to Throw a Party
By Citysearch Editors, New York
Organize by the numbers, whether it's a bachelorette party for 10 or a birthday party for 50. Get ideas for your next office party, engagement bash or anniversary gala.
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Momofuku Ssam Bar
207 2nd Ave, New York, NY
The Bo Ssam meal ($180) at David Chang's ultrahip experimental Korean spot serves 6-10 people and must be ordered in advance. -
Bao 111
111 Avenue C, New York, NY
Perfect for groups of six or eight; a table near the kitchen can also seat smallish groups wishing more privacy. -
Living Room Lounge
245 23rd St, Brooklyn, NY
This sprawling South Slope bar's burlesque shows are perfect for smallish birthday parties. -
Churrascaria Riodizio Tribeca
221 W Broadway, New York, NY
The flat-charge for the all-you-can-eat Brazilian fare mean splitting up the party bill is no sweat. -
Cowgirl
519 Hudson St, New York, NY
This kitschy comfort-food outpost in the West Village is a long-standing favorite for small bachelorette parties.
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Spice Market
403 W 13th St, New York, NY
Rent a private alcove for a party at one of the city's hottest restaurants with catered cocktails and appetizers. -
Dos Caminos Soho
475 W Broadway, New York, NY
This sexy Mexican restaurant accommodates parties of 18 in its dining room. Private rooms for larger parties are also available. -
Savoy
70 Prince St, New York, NY
An intimate second-floor chef's dining room at this welcoming market-driven Soho restaurant is available for groups of up to 25. -
Pete's Candy Store
709 Lorimer St, Brooklyn, NY
Plan in advance to use the atmospheric back room of this Williamsburg bar for your next party. -
Under the Volcano
12 E 36th St, New York, NY
Impress your medium-sized party with this bar's impressive array of tequilas. -
Robin des Bois
195 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY
The Edenic back garden of this Smith Street favorite is perfect for midsize parties.
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'inoteca
98 Rivington St, New York, NY
The downstairs room can accommodate 30 people, with a prix-fixe tasting menu. -
Blue Water Grill
31 Union Sq W, New York, NY
The private bank vault at this perennially popular hot spot holds 18 to 35 people. -
Madame X
94 W Houston St, New York, NY
The glass-enclosed Bedouin Lounge accommodates groups of 35 or more. -
Lips
2 Bank St, New York, NY
Reserve your party a few weeks ahead of time, then sit back and relax with dinner and drag in the West Village. -
Sapa
43 W 24th St, New York, NY
Groups can dine in a private room on inspired Asian cooking and experience a stunning, sensual setting. -
5 Ninth
5 9th Ave, New York, NY
With three floors and a back garden, this Meatpacking District brownstone makes for a stunning dinner party.
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River Cafe
1 Water St, Brooklyn, NY
Enjoy the view from one of New York's truly stunning settings with your party of up to 120. -
Sparks Steakhouse
210 E 46th St, New York, NY
Let the guest list bulge. This quintessentially masculine retreat can handle parties of up to 150. -
Old Town Bar
45 E 18th St, New York, NY
Call ahead to reserve the 60-person dining room. Food and drink specials can be arranged as well. -
STONE ROSE LOUNGE
10 Columbus Cir, New York, NY
If you've got a large party in tow, book this Columbus Circle dazzler, for 50 to 400. -
Thalassa
179 Franklin St, New York, NY
The dining room downstairs can be reserved for private dinner parties for up to 90 people and cocktail parties for up to 150. -
Rare
303 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
The rooftop bar at this hotel burger haven can be reserved for private parties of up to 100. -
Bohemian Hall Beer Garden
29-19 24th Ave, Astoria, NY
Parties of 50 or more can nab the massive garden at this Astoria landmark.

