Bars with Private Rooms for Rent in Manhattan, NY

In Manhattan, prices of bars with private rooms average $2500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:

• Whole Venue at Whiskey Cellar NYC in East Village - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue was amazing. Nice ambience and very private. Shout out to the bartender that got assigned to us.’

• Entire Venue at KGB Bar - The Red Room in East Village - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Lori and the bartenders took amazing care of us!!’

• Entire Bar at Revision Lounge in Alphabet City - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘I guaranteed the bar minimum for the night so the room was all ours.’

Private rooms in Manhattan bars can accommodate various group sizes, from intimate gatherings to larger events. The maximum capacity of these rooms can vary widely depending on the size of the room and the specific bar or venue. Generally, smaller rooms can hold as few as 10 to 20 people, while larger rooms designed for hosting events, parties, and gatherings can hold 100 or more people. If you are interested in hosting an event in a private room, it's essential to contact the specific Manhattan bar or venue to inquire about the capacity of their private rooms. Additionally, you can use the people filter on Tagvenue's platform to access a streamlined list of venues that match your preference.

Of course! In many cases, you are allowed to decorate the private room for your event at a Manhattan bar. However, the extent of the decoration and any specific guidelines will depend on the individual bar or venue's policies. It's advisable to check with the venue's event coordinator or management to understand their rules and restrictions. Most venues allow reasonable decorations that suit the event's theme or ambiance, but they may have restrictions on certain materials, such as confetti or open flames, for safety and cleanup reasons. It's also important to be prepared to clean up and remove all decorations after your event, leaving the room in the same condition as before.

The duration of a private event in a Manhattan bar private room can vary depending on the type of event and the bar itself. 

• Cocktail Reception: A cocktail reception or networking event usually lasts around 2 to 3 hours. 
• Dinner Party: If your private event includes a seated dinner, it's common for it to last around 3 to 4 hours. 
• Special Occasions: Events like birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, or engagement parties may last longer, usually around 4 to 5 hours or more, depending on the festivities and the host's preferences. 
• Corporate Events: Corporate events, such as meetings, seminars, or workshops, can vary widely in duration, from a few hours to a full day. 
• Late-Night Parties: Some private events in bars may extend into late-night parties, especially on weekends. These events can continue well into the early morning hours.