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Top Holiday Bars in Lower East Side, NY
If Mariah Carey were planning your party, she’d start with Christmas bars on the Lower East Side. If you're booking for a work crowd that won’t suffer through cheesy themes or a reunion that deserves real atmosphere, LES delivers. You’ll find private bars that are casual-but-cool, not overdone, and definitely not another generic red-and-green decor situation. Orchard Street, Allen, Ludlow, has so many hidden gems. Skip the tourist traps and use Tagvenue to find LES Christmas bars that actually fit your vibe. Our filters help you avoid wasting hours on calls and let you see real-time availability without hassle.
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![Downstairs at Two Doors Down in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs
70 guestsTwo Doors DownLower East Side, New York City, NYJJulia V.
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![The Mural Room at The Ten Bells in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Mural Room
22 guestsThe Ten BellsLower East Side, New York City, NYRRaymond T.
“Meagan was amazing and helpful with all of my questions with getting the space for a graduation celebration.” -
![The Lounge at The Concord in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
200 guestsThe ConcordLower East Side, New York City, NYMMatt P.
“The team was incredibly responsive to our needs—everyone had a great time.” -
![C+M Rooms Combined at The Ten Bells in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityC+M Rooms Combined
60 guestsThe Ten BellsLower East Side, New York City, NYBBrett C.
“The wine was definitely a highlight and the little mini beers were really a fun addition.” -
![Main Bar Area at Champagne Problems in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar Area
150 guestsChampagne ProblemsLower East Side, New York City, NYThe Main Bar Area is a Cocktail Bar space in Champagne Problems defined by a theatrical, tightly themed interior. Design: The Main Bar Area presents a moody, compact interior finished in dark timber, patterned floor tiles
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![Mezzanine at Pianos in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
85 guestsPianosLower East Side, New York City, NYRRochelle
“Staff went out of their way to make sure everything went smoothly. All communication was seamless.” -
![The Communal Room at The Ten Bells in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Communal Room
35 guestsThe Ten BellsLower East Side, New York City, NYCCamilla M.
“Megan was amazing in the organisation! The atmosphere was also so great! Thank you for having us!” -
![Live Room at Pianos in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLive Room
125 guestsPianosLower East Side, New York City, NYBBert S.
“Responsive, thorough, kind and accommodating all the way through. Thank you so much!” -
![Tiger Room at Champagne Problems in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTiger Room
40 guestsChampagne ProblemsLower East Side, New York City, NYTiger Room, a Lounge in Champagne Problems, is a compact private lounge notable for its intimate, photo-friendly layout. Design: The room shows a low ceiling and a deep jewel‑tone palette, combining floral‑pattern wallpaper,
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![The Lounge at The DL Rooftop in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $90
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
150 guestsThe DL RooftopLower East Side, New York City, NYThe second-floor Lounge is just the space you need for more intimate functions. With its very own bar, restrooms, and access to our Ludlow Street entrance, it is a complete venue for cocktail receptions and buffet dinners.
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![Bar Area at La Caverna in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $70
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Area
250 guestsLa CavernaLower East Side, New York City, NYWe offer our bar area for shared space parties, we have a large round bar in the middle of the space. There are no fees associated with this, unless open bar pricing is requested.
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![Entire Venue at Mehanata Bulgarian Bar in Lower East Side, New York City, NY]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
400 guestsMehanata Bulgarian BarLower East Side, New York City, NYMehanata Bulgarian Bar is a bilevel Bulgarian bar built around live bands and DJs and centred on late‑night music and dancing. Design: The venue has exposed brick walls, dark timber flooring and a narrow rectangular plan
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FAQs about Top Holiday Bars in Lower East Side, NY
Booking costs of Christmas bars average $3500 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 Lower East Side, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $2000 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $70 | per person | |
| From $12000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Mezzanine at Pianos in Lower East Side - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Staff went out of their way to make sure everything went smoothly.’ -
The Lounge at The Concord in Lower East Side - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The team was incredibly responsive to our needs—everyone had a great time.’ -
The Mural Room at The Ten Bells in Lower East Side - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The food was tasty. The space felt private enough.’
You'll find Christmas bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Lower East Side, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 200 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller Christmas bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Lower East Side, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Bar Area at Cafe Katja, rated 5/5 - bar for 18 guests
Venue said: Best for: Private group dinners, casual cocktail receptions, and beer tasting events. Location: Orchard Street on the Lower East Side places the venue among bars, theatres and late‑night restaurants, giving guests plenty... -
Bar & Listening Lounge at Close Up - bar for 40 guests
Venue said: Close Up is an artist-driven jazz club located in the heart of the Lower East Side at 154 Orchard St. We offer table reservations for parties up to 20 guests, buyouts of the main bar for parties up to 50 guests, and buyouts... -
Entire Space at Cafe Skye, rated 5/5 - cafe for 45 guests
Our user said: ‘The space was perfect size for a somewhat smaller get together.’
Cheap Christmas bars in Lower East Side start from $1500 minimum spend per event or $30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Live Room at Pianos, from $1500 minimum spend per event (up to 125 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Responsive, thorough, kind and accommodating all the way through.’ -
Entire Venue at Mehanata Bulgarian Bar, from $30 per person (up to 400 guests standing)
Venue said: Bar service supplies beer, cocktails and spirits. On-site Wi‑Fi and air conditioning are available, and the venue permits external DJs and playing your own music. -
San Antonios at San Antonios, from $1000 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: A compact neighbourhood bar centred on an intimate counter and standing area. Design: Narrow proportions are lit by warm amber pendants and backlit shelving, with exposed brick and patterned surfaces creating a cosy, compact...
Page last updated in October 2026
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