Private Bars for Rent in East Village, New York City, NY

Booking costs of private bars average $3000 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 East Village, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Whole Venue at Whiskey Cellar NYC in East Village - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Such a perfect private space! Private bar, bartender, coat rack, bathroom.’

• Bar at The Last Resort in East Village - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I had the most amazing birthday here. Such awesome staff and a beautiful venue.’

• Entire Venue at KGB Bar - The Red Room in East Village - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The bartenders were attentive and kept everything running smoothly throughout the night.’

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 East Village, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in East Village, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Private Event Space at Emmy Squared Pizza: East Village - dining room for 45 guests
  Venue said: The kitchen supports private hires with a menu built around shareable starters and small plates, and an on-site bar supplies cocktails and beer for receptions.

• Entire Venue at Westville East - restaurant for 30 guests
  Venue said: Westville East is a casual American restaurant in Manhattan's East Village, offering a relaxed neighbourhood setting for group dining and social gatherings.

• Upstairs Mezzanine at Ichibantei - dining room for 25 guests
  Venue said: It's a semi-private space with leather booths, overlooking the bar downstairs, which stays open as usual. That's why there's no room fee: you pay only for dinner.

Cheap private bars in East Village start from $500 minimum spend per event or $100 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Whole Venue at Whiskey Cellar NYC, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘This place was absolutely perfect for my birthday party! Great deal, yummy drinks and food, and great vibes.’

• Event Space at Area 140 First Bar, from $100 hire fee per hour (up to 90 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Bar was clean with plenty of space.’

• Entire Venue at Westville East, from $45 per person (up to 30 guests standing)
  Venue said: Westville East is a casual American restaurant in Manhattan's East Village, offering a relaxed neighbourhood setting for group dining and social gatherings.