Fact: The holidays are just a little bit more special when they’re private. And they’re even better when they’re celebrated in one of these gorgeous private dining rooms.
Some good news: The available spaces are getting hipper and hotter every season — and this year, they include some of our favorite restaurants in town, bar none.
With space for 16 people to 100+, all tastes can (literally) be catered for. Isn’t it time to celebrate the holidays exactly the way you want?
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Marianne’s, Union Square
Channeling the vibe of It Girl icon Marianne Faithfull, her super-chic namesake lounge is a part of the Hotel Zetta — convenient if you’re welcoming guests from out of town. There’s space for 25 (seated) or 50 (standing); if you’re looking for something slightly more rustic, try the neighboring Wine Stables, with its sexy-equestrian vibe and horsey-print decor.
Central Kitchen, The Mission
If you’ve ever flown home from a vacation in Italy wishing you could hold a family-style dinner in a Tuscan larder … we got your spot. Central Kitchen offers two spaces: the deli-styled Butcher Block (seated capacity 16, standing 25), and Euro-industrial The Upstairs (32/45). Expect a seasonal/local menu, like pork shoulder with stone fruit and onion.
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Che Fico, The Mission
If you grew up going to holiday dinners in the spare room at your local diner — this is basically the opposite of that. Here, you’ll be in the Celentano Room at one of the city’s hottest eateries; invite up to 15 of your nearest ‘n’ dearest for a set menu rooted in Che Fico’s seasonal Italian — currently exemplified by a rabbit ragu with 24-month-aged parmigiano reggiano.
Fiorella, Richmond
If the weather cooperates, Fiorella’s Richmond District garden is a superior dining spot — even better if you buy out the space with up to 35 of your friends (seated, 40 standing). Obviously, you’ll be eating pizza and pasta — like the famous Clam Pie (with chopped clams, chilis, pecorino, and Fior di Latte) and cacio e pepe.
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Leo’s Oyster Bar, Financial District
We challenge you to find a more-fun private event option than The Hideaway at Leo’s Oyster Bay, which looks like the scene of a particularly fashionable Mad Men party (seats 28). For an even bigger blow-out, consider buying out the entire restaurant (not for nothing our favorite oyster spot in town) — for 72 guests seated, or 110 standing. And one more choice: If you’ve ever dreamed of your own, private tiki bar (who hasn’t?), consider Leo’s bamboo-walled lounge. Christmas can’t get better than that.
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