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Top Cocktail Bars in Manhattan, NY
Raise a glass to Manhattan—where cocktails are an art form, and happy hour is revered. Smart of you to come to us for the best cocktail bars in Manhattan. We’re bringing you the best options and the most seamless booking experience. From jazzy hideaways in Harlem to Tribeca’s sleek lounges shaking up negronis, the city that never sleeps sure knows its spirits. Expect award-winning bartenders, moody lighting, and mixology that'll blow your mind. So, whether you’re looking to splurge or go the budget-friendly route, we’ve got you covered with our hand-picked listings. Just scroll down, find you favourite, and book. Easy peasy!
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![Back Room at B Lounge NYC in East Village, Manhattan, NY]()
from $400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBack Room
35 guestsB Lounge NYCEast Village, Manhattan, NY
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JJameson L.
“Great space and very responsive host! Location is great. The bartender was wonderful (thanks Brian!).” -
![B Lounge NYC at B Lounge NYC in East Village, Manhattan, NY]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityB Lounge NYC
60 guestsB Lounge NYCEast Village, Manhattan, NY
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BBryan L.
“Peter was super responsive and fantastic, and Marcel, our bartender for the event, was awesome.” -
![Entire Venue at The Molly Pitcher Club in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan, NY]()
from $650
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsThe Molly Pitcher ClubHell's Kitchen, Manhattan, NY
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GGrant L.
“The bartenders and staff were so friendly and created a great atmosphere for my party!” -
![Marie Antoinette & Victoria at Dear Irving Gramercy in Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $3960
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMarie Antoinette & Victoria
50 guestsDear Irving GramercyMidtown Manhattan, NYRRory D.
“Sasha was a very good bar tender - placed my martini in fridge when i stepped out.” -
![Entire Venue at Dear Irving Gramercy in Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $8250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsDear Irving GramercyMidtown Manhattan, NYKKasia B.
“Venue is gorgeous and the location is perfect. Ariana was great!” -
![The Mezzanine at Boss Tweeds in TriBeCa, Manhattan, NY]()
from $450
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Mezzanine
35 guestsBoss TweedsTriBeCa, Manhattan, NYKKedar P.
“The venue was comfortable. The food/drinks were great. Our hostess was friendly and capable.” -
![The Gam at Quick Eternity in South Street Seaport, Manhattan, NY]()
from $1800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Gam
50 guestsQuick EternitySouth Street Seaport, Manhattan, NY
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AAshley M.
“Amazing service, great space” -
![The Library at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill, Manhattan, NY]()
from $2750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Library
40 guestsThe Raines Law Room at The WilliamMurray Hill, Manhattan, NYAAbi S.
“Beautiful venue, great location, friendly helpful staff, easy booking process and great cocktails” -
![The Marie Antoinette Room at Dear Irving Gramercy in Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $2750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Marie Antoinette Room
30 guestsDear Irving GramercyMidtown Manhattan, NYAAngelina
“The drinks were excellent and the vibe in the venue was great. Very happy with how it turned out.” -
![Entire Second Floor at Monk McGinn's in TriBeCa, Manhattan, NY]()
from $2250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Second Floor
140 guestsMonk McGinn'sTriBeCa, Manhattan, NYMMike R.
“Great venue for our private event, rented out the entire second floor, easily accommodated our 100 guests.” -
![Lady Tweeds at Boss Tweeds in TriBeCa, Manhattan, NY]()
from $750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLady Tweeds
65 guestsBoss TweedsTriBeCa, Manhattan, NYRRebecca M.
“We hosted a small networking event in the Lady Tweed's private space for about 35 people.” -
![The Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill, Manhattan, NY]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Terrace
25 guestsThe Raines Law Room at The WilliamMurray Hill, Manhattan, NYSSuzette S.
“The facilities are beautiful, the cocktails were spectacular and the food mouth watering.”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Bars in Manhattan, NY
Booking costs of cocktail 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 Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $1000 | to $7150 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $50 | per person |
| From $150 | to $1250 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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Entire Venue at The Molly Pitcher Club in Hell's Kitchen - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The bar was nicely decorated for Christmas, too.’ -
Back Room at B Lounge NYC in East Village - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Peter was super responsive and fantastic, and Marcel, our bartender for the event, was awesome.’ -
Marie Antoinette & Victoria at Dear Irving Gramercy in Midtown Manhattan - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The drinks were excellent and the vibe in the venue was great. Very happy with how it turned out.’
You'll find cocktail 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 Manhattan, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
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