The 16 Best Private Bars for Rent in Long Island, NY

Q: How much does it cost to book bar venues in Long Island?

Booking costs of private bars average $2000 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 Long Island, based on Tagvenue data: - From $1000 to $5000 minimum spend per event - From $35 to $75 per person - From $125 to $200 hire fee per hour

Q: What are some small bar spaces in Long Island?

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Long Island, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026: - Private Event at Doha Bar Lounge - bar for 20 guests. Venue said: Doha Bar Lounge is a Latin fusion restaurant in Long Island City. We offer hosting events for a maximum of 20 people. Your guests will be welcomed with the most creative form of Latin kitchen and excellent drinks from our... - Partial Booking/Reservation at Wandering Barman, rated 5/5 - event space for 50 guests. Venue said: We also rent areas in our space for smaller groups of up to 50 people that do not require full privatization. This can include a few tables or the outdoor space as well. - Main Bar at Velvet Brooklyn, rated 5/5 - bar for 30 guests. Our user said: ‘Great venue! Celebrated an engagement here and it was the perfect place! Highly recommend...’

Q: What are some affordable bar venues in Long Island?

Cheap private bars in Long Island start from $485 minimum spend per event or $250 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - Main Bar at Velvet Brooklyn, from $485 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests standing). Our user said: ‘Great venue! Celebrated an engagement here and it was the perfect place! Highly recommend...’ - Cityview Rooftop Event Space at Cityview Rooftop Event Space & Lounge, from $250 hire fee per day (up to 175 guests standing). Venue said: Looking for a unique spot to host your event? Cityview Rooftop Lounge also works as one of the more affordable rooftop wedding venues in NYC, offering a suitable space for your special day. - Entire Venue at Lovebirds Wine Bar + Bistro, from $500 hire fee per event (up to 45 guests standing). Our user said: ‘The minimum is very reasonable, the cocktails are good and the food is tasty, all the guests were very happy.’

Private Bars for Rent in Long Island, NY

FAQs about Top Bar Venues in Long Island, NY

How much does it cost to book bar venues in Long Island?

Booking costs of private bars average $2000 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 Long Island, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of private bars in Long Island as of September, 2026
From $1000	to $5000	minimum spend per event
From $35	to $75	per person
From $125	to $200	hire fee per hour

What are the typical capacities of bars for events in Long Island?

You'll find private 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 Long Island, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Small	up to 50 guests	prices average $1250 minimum spend per event
Medium	between 70 and 100 guests	prices average $2000 minimum spend per event
Large	over 110 guests	prices average $4000 minimum spend per event

What are some small bar spaces in Long Island?

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

Private Event at Doha Bar Lounge - bar for 20 guests
Venue said: Doha Bar Lounge is a Latin fusion restaurant in Long Island City. We offer hosting events for a maximum of 20 people. Your guests will be welcomed with the most creative form of Latin kitchen and excellent drinks from our...
Partial Booking/Reservation at Wandering Barman, rated 5/5 - event space for 50 guests
Venue said: We also rent areas in our space for smaller groups of up to 50 people that do not require full privatization. This can include a few tables or the outdoor space as well.
Main Bar at Velvet Brooklyn, rated 5/5 - bar for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Great venue! Celebrated an engagement here and it was the perfect place! Highly recommend...’

What are some affordable bar venues in Long Island?

Cheap private bars in Long Island start from $485 minimum spend per event or $250 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Main Bar at Velvet Brooklyn, from $485 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Great venue! Celebrated an engagement here and it was the perfect place! Highly recommend...’
Cityview Rooftop Event Space at Cityview Rooftop Event Space & Lounge, from $250 hire fee per day (up to 175 guests standing)
Venue said: Looking for a unique spot to host your event? Cityview Rooftop Lounge also works as one of the more affordable rooftop wedding venues in NYC, offering a suitable space for your special day.
Entire Venue at Lovebirds Wine Bar + Bistro, from $500 hire fee per event (up to 45 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The minimum is very reasonable, the cocktails are good and the food is tasty, all the guests were very happy.’