Trusted by over 1M+ customers
Top Cocktail Bars in Midtown Manhattan, NY
Midtown’s got the suits, the skyscrapers, and some seriously slick cocktail bars hiding just upstairs. One minute you’re in a boardroom, the next you’re raising a glass with views of the Chrysler Building. This part of Manhattan is packed with stylish lounges around Bryant Park, rooftop spots in Koreatown, and low-lit gems close to Park Avenue. Planning drinks for a birthday, work win, or just because it’s Thursday? Then you already know availability can vanish faster than your first Negroni. Tagvenue helps you get ahead with real-time info, instant bookings, and all the must-knows before you commit. No guesswork, just good choices. Browse and book one today!
-
![Entire Venue at The Molly Pitcher Club in Hell's Kitchen, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $650
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsThe Molly Pitcher ClubHell's Kitchen, Midtown Manhattan, NY
#Supervenue
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, New York City, NY]()
from $3960
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMarie Antoinette & Victoria
50 guestsDear Irving GramercyMidtown Manhattan, New York City, 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, New York City, NY]()
from $8250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsDear Irving GramercyMidtown Manhattan, New York City, NYKKasia B.
“Venue is gorgeous and the location is perfect. Ariana was great!” -
![The Library at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $2750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Library
40 guestsThe Raines Law Room at The WilliamMurray Hill, Midtown 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, New York City, NY]()
from $2750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Marie Antoinette Room
30 guestsDear Irving GramercyMidtown Manhattan, New York City, NYAAngelina
“The drinks were excellent and the vibe in the venue was great. Very happy with how it turned out.” -
![The Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Terrace
25 guestsThe Raines Law Room at The WilliamMurray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NYSSuzette S.
“The facilities are beautiful, the cocktails were spectacular and the food mouth watering.” -
![Entire Venue at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $16500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
150 guestsThe Raines Law Room at The WilliamMurray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NYThe Raines Law Room at The William is a bespoke and craft cocktail bar with a chic retro library vibe within The William hotel. A full buyout is a perfect option for large events: weddings, company receptions, annual general -
![The Hawthorne Room + Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Hawthorne Room + Terrace
50 guestsThe Raines Law Room at The WilliamMurray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NYSStephanie M.
“The venue was beautiful, the food and drinks were amazing and the staff was fun and accommodating.” -
![Whole Venue at BarChef New York in Garment District, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $11000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
125 guestsBarChef New YorkGarment District, Midtown Manhattan, NYBarChef New York is available for exclusive full-venue rentals, providing a unique and intimate atmosphere in one of the city's most iconic cocktail spots. -
![Hawthorne & Peacock & Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $7150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHawthorne & Peacock & Terrace
100 guestsThe Raines Law Room at The WilliamMurray Hill, Midtown Manhattan, NYNNeil
“Great venue, great team, great service during my party -- everything exceed my expectations.” -
![Entire Cocktail Bar at Monkey Thief in Hell's Kitchen, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Cocktail Bar
90 guestsMonkey ThiefHell's Kitchen, Midtown Manhattan, NYOur bar has space for up to 60 seated guests and 90 for standing events. You’ll have access to the entire cocktail bar, complete with two bathrooms and a layout designed for both dining and mingling. -
![The Drawing Room at Raines Law Room Chelsea in Flatiron District, Midtown Manhattan, NY]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Drawing Room
25 guestsRaines Law Room ChelseaFlatiron District, Midtown Manhattan, NYOOdile V.
“Will probably have another event with them!”
- 1
- 2
- 3
- ...
- 12
Popular filters
Capacity
Budget
Event Type
Area type
Venue type
Catering and drinks
Accessibility features
Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
minimum spend / per session
“I recently used this venue for a client event, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish.”
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
per person / per session
Throw an Unforgettable Party at One of These Bars
minimum spend / per session
“Great venue, great team, great service during my party -- everything exceed my expectations.”
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per day
“Will probably have another event with them!”
minimum spend / per session
Make Your Day Special with These Bars for Weddings
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
#Supervenue
“The space was perfect, comfortable and fun vibes. The food was a hit, too!”
per person / per day
“If I have to plan another event in the future, I will be returning.”
FAQs about Top Cocktail Bars in Midtown Manhattan, NY
Booking costs of cocktail bars average $4000 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 Midtown Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $2000 | to $9500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $90 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
-
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.’ -
The Library at The Raines Law Room at The William in Murray Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was beautiful, the food and drinks were amazing and the staff was fun and accommodating.’ -
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 Midtown Manhattan, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 125 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in December 2025
To provide you with relevant information, our pages are automatically refreshed using an algorithm that aggregates real-time data, including bookings, reviews, and venue updates.