Locations Directory
Except where noted, all of these locations allow outside caterers.
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PARTY SPACES & RESTAURANTS (cont'd)
Country at the Carlton Hotel
90 Madison Ave., at 29th St.; 212-889-7100; countryinnewyork.comThe David Rockwell-designed bi-level restaurant, helmed by Geoffrey Zakarian, can accommodate 300 for a ceremony under the Tiffany-stained-glass dome, with cocktails in the Champagne lounge and after-party in the coolly rustic café. Prices upon request.
Craftsteak
85 Tenth Ave., nr. W. 15th St.; 212-400-6699; craftrestaurant.comA reception at Craftsteak is an exercise in customization, starting with cocktails in the cozy lounge. A floor-to-ceiling glass wine rack separates the lounge from the dining area, where 150 guests can dine on Wagyu skirt steak or braised-beef short ribs. Craftsteak’s space is available for rent Sunday through Wednesday for $40,000; Thursday through Saturday for $50,000.
Delmonico's
56 Beaver St., nr. William St.; 212-509-1144; delmonicosny.comThis venerable Wall Street steakhouse has five different rooms that can hold anywhere from 14 to 140 guests. Beyond beef, traditional fare like lobster Newburg is available, starting at $50 per person. No outside catering except kosher.
Edison Ballroom
240 W. 47th St., nr. Broadway; 212-201-7650; edisonballroom.comA multimillion-dollar renovation of Times Square’s Supper Club yields the Edison Ballroom. This 17,000-square-foot space bespeaks the ritzy style of its original 1930s form, emphasized by metallic details, tufted fabric walls, and a glass-enclosed mezzanine level overlooking the ballroom and stage. Premium drinks and a three-course dinner start at $175 per person.
Eleven Madison Park
11 Madison Avenue, at 24th St.; 212-889-0905; elevenmadisonpark.comThis twenties Art Deco building boasts two private party enclaves overlooking the main dining room (up to 50 guests) with terrazzo floors and original light fixtures. The Madison Square Park vista, as seen through the twenty-foot windows, is just as memorable as Chef Daniel Humm’s updated French fare. Prices upon request.
Entertainment Cruises
Pier 62, at W. 23rd St., Chelsea Piers; 212-352-1366; entertainmentcruises.comThe well-appointed Bateaux, a 230-foot vessel with full glass enclosure, tours the southern tip of Manhattan from Chelsea Piers to the Williamsburg Bridge. Up to 300 guests can savor a three-course meal with the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in view. From $122 per person. No outside catering.
583 Park
583 Park Ave., at 63rd St.; 212-583-7200; 583parkave.com583 Park has a classic style that easily ranks it alongside New York’s best hotels. The Grand Ballroom can hold 500 people (and then some) between the ballroom floor and its two balconies. From $275 per guest. No outside catering.
The Foundry
38-42 9th St., Long Island City; 718-786-7776; thefoundry.infoArtistic types and architects are enamored with this former metal foundry. Little touches like chimneys visible through the main hall’s skylight, an outdoor space, a cauldron transformed into a fountain, and ivy lend the building its unique character-and require little or no additional decoration. From $4,200 to $9,100, depending on the season.
Gotham Hall
1356 Broadway, at 36th St.; 212-244-4300; gothamhallevents.comIt doesn’t get much bigger than the grand ballroom at Gotham Hall. Huge Corinthian columns, a stained-glass circular skylight, and a towering seven-story gilded ceiling frame the room. The space can hold well beyond 500 guests. There are also smaller spaces: the Oak Room, perfect for luncheons or intimate gatherings, and a cocktail lounge. Prices upon request.
Grand Prospect Hall
263 Prospect Ave., nr. Fifth Ave., Park Slope, Brooklyn; 718-788-0777; grandprospecthall.comThis four-floor, 1892 Brooklyn institution accommodates anywhere from 80 to 500-plus guests. The Grand View, one of four spaces, has two domes and views of the Manhattan skyline. While specializing in Russian dishes, the in-house caterer prides itself on its interpretation of many international cuisines (from Palestinian to West Indian). From $85 per person.
Housing Works Bookstore Café
126 Crosby St., nr. Houston St.; 212-334-3324; housingworks.org/bookstoreWith its twenty-foot ceilings, spiral staircases, mahogany balconies, and rows upon rows of books, this downtown bookshop resembles an Ivy League library. It can hold up to 120 guests for a sit-down dinner, with in-house catering available but not mandatory. Hourly rental rates start at $500, and every cent goes to benefit the homeless living with HIV and AIDS.
Larry Lawrence
295 Grand St., nr. Roebling St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn; 718-218-7866; larrylawrencebar.comA reception at this hidden Brooklyn gem requires very precise directions. Once inside, however, guests will find a cavernous, sophisticated space that boasts warmly lit alcoves, a sleek bar, and a glassed-in upper-deck smoking area. Prices upon request.
The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers
23rd St., at the Hudson River; 212-336-6144; piersixty.comRight next to Pier Sixty, this airy event space offers floor-to-ceiling windows with gorgeous views of the harbor and an enclosed terrace big enough to seat 180. (Total seating capacity is 300.) Catering is by Abigail Kirsch. Sit-down or buffet dinners range from $115 to $225 per person. No outside catering except kosher.
Métrazur
Grand Central Terminal, East Balcony; 212-687-4000; charliepalmer.com/metrazur/home.htmlAt Métrazur, situated on the East Balcony of the famous transportation hub, chef Charlie Palmer infuses Mediterranean flavors into American cuisine. The venue is versatile and can accommodate a rehearsal dinner for 200 guests or a reception for 160. From $85 to $200 per person (and another $5,000 to rent the complete Northeast Balcony, with panoramic views of Grand Central’s famous zodiac mural).
Metropolitan Building
44-01 11th St., at 44th Ave., Long Island City; 718-784-3716; metropolitanbuilding.comThis converted warehouse offers two floors of unconventional spaces. The pale gray and white ballroom is lined with library shelves and seats up to 150 guests ($6,000). Upstairs, the Moroccan-themed 9,000-square-foot space with floor-to-ceiling windows accommodates 250 ($8,000). The owner, who is also an antiques dealer, can arrange some of her eclectic pieces throughout the room.
The Montauk Club
25 Eighth Ave., nr. Lincoln Pl., Park Slope, Brooklyn; 718-638-0800; montaukclub.comThis historic Brooklyn landmark, known for its signature carved-mahogany woodwork and stained-glass windows, was inspired by a palace on Venice’s Grand Canal. The Montauk Club can seat 120. From $85 to $150 per person.
New Leaf Café
1 Margaret Corbin Dr., nr. Arden St.; 212-568-5323; nyrp.org/newleafThis romantic little building, just steps away from the Cloisters, boasts great views of the Hudson River and has a cozy, cottagey feel. The bar accommodates 40 people, the dining room holds 50, and the spacious patio seats up to 120 for dinner. No outside catering. Prices upon request.
New York Yacht
212-932-3333; newyorkyacht.comNew York Yacht can host a 45-guest wedding aboard a small motor yacht, or a lavish cocktail party for 500 while cruising the Hudson and East Rivers. Their seven vessels include the 72-foot Calypso and the 170-foot Lady Windrige. Prices upon request.
The Park
118 Tenth Ave., at 17th St.; 212-352-3313; theparknyc.comThis 10,000-square-foot former taxi garage in Chelsea has three Asian-accented areas for wedding parties, including part of the outdoor garden oasis. Most couples opt for the third-floor penthouse with glass ceilings and an enclosed deck. Prices upon request.
From the Winter 2008 New York Wedding Guide