The 16 Best Cocktail Bars for Rent in Manhattan, NY

Q: How much does it cost to book cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

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 $1800 to $5500 minimum spend per event - From $50 to $200 per person - From $250 to $1550 hire fee per hour

Q: What are some small cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

Smaller cocktail bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026: - The Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William, rated 4.9/5 - lounge for 25 guests. Our user said: ‘We'll continue to share this space with our future clients and look forward to returning.’ - The Gam at Quick Eternity, rated 5/5 - lounge for 50 guests. Our user said: ‘Amazing service, great space...’ - The Drawing Room at Raines Law Room Chelsea, rated 5/5 - lounge for 25 guests. Our user said: ‘Taking requests, moving furniture, and not nickel-and-diming me for my requests.’

Q: What are some affordable cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

Cheap cocktail bars in Manhattan start from $80 hire fee per event or $500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - The Greenhouse Bar at Swingers NoMad, from $80 hire fee per event (up to 65 guests standing). Venue said: Inspired by the hot houses at Kew Gardens in London, you’ll find the Greenhouse Bar next to our Waterwheel course. Consisting of three massive interlocking domes, this impressive double-height space is just the place for... - Inside Dining Room Space at The Rutherford, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing). Our user said: ‘Event space was large, convenient to travel too, and hospitable. Would highly recommend!’ - Main Dining at The Malthouse FiDi, from $30 per person (up to 130 guests standing). Venue said: The Main Dining Room at The Malt House can host 130 guests. It's based on an open-space concept, with rustic decor. It's a match for larger parties, corporate receptions, or celebrations!

FAQs about Top Cocktail Bar Venues in Manhattan, NY

How much does it cost to book cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

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:

Prices of cocktail bars in Manhattan as of September, 2026
From $1800	to $5500	minimum spend per event
From $50	to $200	per person
From $250	to $1550	hire fee per hour

What are the top cocktail bar venues available in Manhattan?

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

Event Space at Seven Sins in Gramercy Park - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great bar and Gary was super helpful in helping me set up logistics for my birthday!’
Back Room at B Lounge NYC in East Village - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘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 - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘A special shoutout to the bartenders Joey and Cassie.’

What are the typical capacities of cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

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 (September 2026):

Small	up to 50 guests	prices average $2000 minimum spend per event
Medium	between 70 and 100 guests	prices average $5000 minimum spend per event
Large	over 125 guests	prices average $4000 minimum spend per event

What are some small cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

Smaller cocktail bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

The Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William, rated 4.9/5 - lounge for 25 guests
Our user said: ‘We'll continue to share this space with our future clients and look forward to returning.’
The Gam at Quick Eternity, rated 5/5 - lounge for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Amazing service, great space...’
The Drawing Room at Raines Law Room Chelsea, rated 5/5 - lounge for 25 guests
Our user said: ‘Taking requests, moving furniture, and not nickel-and-diming me for my requests.’

What are some affordable cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

Cheap cocktail bars in Manhattan start from $80 hire fee per event or $500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

The Greenhouse Bar at Swingers NoMad, from $80 hire fee per event (up to 65 guests standing)
Venue said: Inspired by the hot houses at Kew Gardens in London, you’ll find the Greenhouse Bar next to our Waterwheel course. Consisting of three massive interlocking domes, this impressive double-height space is just the place for...
Inside Dining Room Space at The Rutherford, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Event space was large, convenient to travel too, and hospitable. Would highly recommend!’
Main Dining at The Malthouse FiDi, from $30 per person (up to 130 guests standing)
Venue said: The Main Dining Room at The Malt House can host 130 guests. It's based on an open-space concept, with rustic decor. It's a match for larger parties, corporate receptions, or celebrations!

What events can you host at cocktail bar venues in Manhattan?

In Manhattan, cocktail bars are most commonly booked for 25 to 55 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Party	Usually between $3,000 and $6,800.	User who booked Back Room at B Lounge NYC for 23 guests said: ‘The bar wasn't too crowded so there was never a long wait for the bathroom.’
Birthday Party	Usually between $300 and $1,400.	User who booked Entire Space at Cafe Skye for 30 guests said: ‘I highly recommend this venue for a memorable and seamless event!’
Engagement Party	Usually between $1,900 and $5,900.	User who booked Hawthorne & Peacock & Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William for 59 guests said: ‘I had ~60 guests and this was more then spacious enough + the perfect setting...’
Birthday Dinner	Usually between $800 and $2,100.	User who booked The Peacock Room at The Raines Law Room at The William for 35 guests said: ‘Lauren was fantastic and very communicative throughout the process...’