The best summer party venues on the Upper East Side

Tea party, anyone? New York City’s most whimsical tea house has two locations, and Alice’s Tea Cup Part II on the Upper East Side is the newest. Indulge in classic tea party bites and sips, like tea and scones, and pretend as if you’re at the Mad Hatter’s iconic party.

You can book one of their rooms for 30 of your closest friends for a summer party: the Looking Glass Room, the Fairy Room, the Main Dining Room, and the Outdoor Dining Area.

If you’re looking to have a good time while indulging in an espresso martini, a crunchy Caesar salad, and a basket of crispy fries (if you know, you know), FESTIVÁL is the place for you. On the cusp of the Upper East Side and Midtown East is FESTIVÁL, a farm-to-bar cocktail cafe and event space. The space has a fresh vibe, with plants, wood accents, and plenty of natural light.

Enjoy private dining with a full or partial buyout or an elite, large table for their weekend bottomless brunch or happy hour for any summertime birthday, engagement, or celebratory gathering.

If you’re missing out on your dream summer vacation to the Mediterranean, go to The Blue Mezze Bar. This Mediterranean restaurant offers vibrant energy, stylish lounge spaces, and delicious dishes, allowing guests at your birthday, intimate dinner party, or blowout celebration to lounge and indulge in their heart's desire.

Sip on a cocktail under the outdoor patio’s retractable cover and enjoy the hot sunny day without getting sunburnt, or, if the humidity isn’t for you, you can rent out the indoor dining room for up to 100-140 people.

When you think of “summer” you think “tropical,” and that’s when Mission Ceviche should come to mind, too. This vibrant Peruvian restaurant on the Upper East Side is a lively spot for a summer party, with its colorful decor and bright atmosphere. As a reflection of Peru, the walls are decorated with art and macrame tapestries, ceilings with vibrant plants, and wooden furniture.

If you want to get out of the summer heat but still feel like you’re in the tropics, rent out the Jungle Room or the Dining Room (which holds 55-80 people) and enjoy refreshing cocktails and classic Peruvian dishes.

A.O.C. East is a French bistro and wine bar located on the Upper East Side. It has a rustic, romantic vibe: red and gold elements, wood design, and soft lighting. Enjoy the outdoor garden, or if you want to party without being directly in the summer heat, you can enjoy the indoor dining space with the air conditioning, too.

For birthdays, anniversaries, engagement parties, and more, guests (75-80 people) can indulge in delicious and authentic French wine and cuisine – and who wouldn’t want that?