Pub Venues for Rent in New York City, NY

Booking costs of pub venues average $60 per person. 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 New York City, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• The Back Room at Slattery's Mid Town Pub in Murray Hill - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I would definitely book again, as it is central to public transportation.’

• Entire Venue at The East Wing in Upper East Side - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue was reasonably priced and Christine helped make renting the venue a hassle free experience.’

• Non-Private Bar at Josie Woods Pub in Greenwich Village - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great communication while we were planning and everyone there was so nice and warm when we were there.’

You'll find pub venues 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 New York City, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

These are the venues within 0.7 mi from central New York City, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Bar Area at The Spot on 206 Thompson Street - 0.5 mi from center.
  Venue said: The Spot is a lively American tavern and craft beer destination in the heart of New York City's iconic Greenwich Village. Known for its extensive selection of American craft beers on tap and by the bottle, it pairs perfectly...
• Non-Private Bar at Josie Woods Pub on 11 Waverly Place - 0.6 mi from center.
  Our user said: ‘Great communication while we were planning and everyone there was so nice and warm when we were there.’
• Whole Venue at Zutto Japanese American Pub on 77 Hudson Street - 0.7 mi from center.
  Venue said: Features: A full bar serves sake, cocktails, beers and wines and is complemented by counter seating and flexible table layouts. The venue has outdoor seating, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and a PA sound system, and hosts may play...

Smaller pub venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in New York City, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Trackside Room at One Station Plaza, rated 4.5/5 - dining room for 25 guests
  Venue said: Bistro-style tables and folding chairs allow a flexible seating layout suitable for rearrangement. Ideal for: Small groups will find the room well suited to intimate, relaxed seated meals or casual, social standing receptions.

• Private Room at Rosie's Roadside Tavern - event space for 45 guests
  Venue said: The room comes with a pool table (which can be moved and covered), a dartboard, TVs, a sound system, and lots of tables and chairs. The guests can use a kitchen prep area, two restrooms, and a garden.

• Midsection at Turnmill Bar, rated 5/5 - event space for 35 guests
  Venue said: A compact, bar-adjacent layout gives the room a focused, semi-private feel. Design: The interior uses reclaimed wood panelling, polished floorboards and brass-accented seating to create a rustic-chic look.

Cheap pub venues in New York City start from $300 minimum spend per event or $30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Private Room at Rosie's Roadside Tavern, from $300 minimum spend per event (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: The room comes with a pool table (which can be moved and covered), a dartboard, TVs, a sound system, and lots of tables and chairs. The guests can use a kitchen prep area, two restrooms, and a garden.

• Upstairs Game Room & Lounge at Route 66 Smokehouse, from $30 per person (up to 110 guests standing)
  Venue said: The Upstairs Game Room is a private event space located on the second floor. It is suitable for parties, corporate socials, team events, birthdays, and larger group gatherings.

• 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. Michael was welcoming and courteous the entire night.’

In New York City, pub venues are most commonly booked for 25 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026: