The best Lower Manhattan private party spaces

Salon Rouge at Madame X, located just blocks from Washington Square Park, offers an intimate, seductive atmosphere under rich red lighting. Secluded corners with candlelit tables provide the perfect setting for intimate moments. For up to 80 guests, it's an ideal party space for a medium-sized group. Guests can sip signature cocktails like the Madame X (citrus vodka, vermouth, rose champagne, lemon) or the Hot Mess Express (vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew, chai tea) while enjoying the option of external catering. Customize your event with additional entertainment such as a tarot reader, drag performer, DJ, and more!

A block from Union Square is Everything’s Jake, a prohibition-inspired cocktail bar and lounge. The spirit of the past blends with the sophistication of the present, exuding a sultry, dimly lit ambiance ideal for intimate celebrations and relaxed gatherings. Guests are invited to indulge in curated cocktail flights or savor signature drinks like the “Just Peachy,” a harmonious blend of whiskey, white peach liqueur, and lemon juice. Complementing the drink selection are irresistible bites, including crispy chicken sandwiches and hot Cajun fries. Everything’s Jake provides a versatile and stylish party space: a private room accommodating up to 50 guests, an alcove for 25, and a dining area for 35.

You don’t need to be out at sea to be on a pirate ship because Folly NYC in Lower Manhattan can fulfill that fantasy for you. This rustic, nautical-themed restaurant and cocktail bar is a one-of-a-kind party space, capable of holding up to 175 people. Alongside their hot dishes like lobster mac and cheese and fish and chips, they offer beer, wine, and special rum cocktails–like the Tapping the Admiral (white rum, clementine, grapefruit)--and after a few drinks you might start actually to feel like a pirate.

Classic charm intertwines with contemporary rhythms at Two Doors Down, \a hidden gem on Bowery in the vibrant Lower East Side. Beneath the soft glow of warm lights and the glimmer of a disco ball, intimate booths invite you to unwind as house, disco, and afro beats fill the air. Guests are welcome to indulge in timeless cocktails like an espresso martini or the renowned Guinness Punch, paired perfectly with a basket of hot fries. With an upstairs bar and a chic underground club, this sophisticated party space accommodates up to 160 guests.

Sugar Mouse stands unrivaled as a truly unparalleled party destination in Lower Manhattan. Nestled in the heart of the East Village, this vibrant game hall blends the thrill of entertainment with immersive artistry. It’s Chuck-E-Cheese all grown up.

Guests can enjoy ping pong, pool, foosball, and a pulsating dance floor while indulging in pizza and sipping on crafted cocktails. Neon lights, 40 projectors, and a 360° immersive AI installation transform the space into an artistic wonderland, seamlessly syncing music with human-like movements. Sugar Mouse offers an expansive capacity for up to 500 guests, ensuring an unforgettable event experience.