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Top Small Private Bars in New York City, NY
Are you searching for intimate and quirky event spaces in New York City? Look no further! Small bars in New York City are perfect for a lively happy hour with colleagues, an intimate wedding reception, or a birthday bash. Enjoy drinks without worrying about sober guests in these unique spots, tailored for groups of 25 or fewer. Discover historic gems like the Stone Street Tavern while exploring Tagvenue's smart filters to locate your dream venue. Because finding the perfect spot should be as enjoyable as sipping a cocktail! Cheers to unforgettable moments in this iconic city!
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![Velvet Room at Velvet Brooklyn in Williamsburg, New York City, NY]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityVelvet Room
60 guestsVelvet BrooklynWilliamsburg, New York City, NYRRick T.
“Good location and venue. Open bar was great and the bartender made good cocktails.” -
![Whole Venue at Whiskey Cellar NYC in East Village, New York City, NY]()
from $600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
50 guestsWhiskey Cellar NYCEast Village, New York City, NY
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AAmelia G.
“Super communicative, perfect sized space with a private bar for convenience.” -
![Entire Bar at Revision Lounge in Alphabet City, New York City, NY]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityEntire Bar
125 guestsRevision LoungeAlphabet City, New York City, NY
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AAndrea K.
“The bartenders mix up a serious cocktail! I guaranteed the bar minimum for the night so the room was all ours.” -
![Event Space at Area 140 First Bar in East Village, New York City, NY]()
from $100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
90 guestsArea 140 First BarEast Village, New York City, NY
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HHayley B.
“Bar was clean with plenty of space. Michael was welcoming and courteous the entire night.” -
![Entire Venue at KGB Bar - The Red Room in East Village, New York City, NY]()
from $288
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsKGB Bar - The Red RoomEast Village, New York City, NYDDevin C.
“Pretty venue with bar and lounge seating -Spacious with room to move about -Great ambience and general feel” -
![Back Lounge at Crystal Lake Brooklyn in Williamsburg, New York City, NY]()
from $800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBack Lounge
90 guestsCrystal Lake BrooklynWilliamsburg, New York City, NYTTricia M.
“I had a great experience renting out the back part of the bar for my 30th birthday party.” -
![The Oak Cellar at Jake's Dilemma in Upper West Side, New York City, NY]()
from $1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Oak Cellar
60 guestsJake's DilemmaUpper West Side, New York City, NYCCilla P.
“Great staff! Room is private, a good size and has personal bathroom disconnected from public bar.” -
![Empire Room at Slattery's Mid Town Pub in Murray Hill, New York City, NY]()
from $350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEmpire Room
250 guestsSlattery's Mid Town PubMurray Hill, New York City, NY
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RRyan P.
“Excellent venue and bartenders were extremely friendly. Would recommend and book again!” -
![Entire Venue at Gadfly Bar in Chelsea, New York City, NY]()
from $2325
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
55 guestsGadfly BarChelsea, New York City, NYAAmy
“Such a lovely neighborhood bar. Clean, attractive, friendly, great food perfect for a private 50 person event.” -
![Bar at The Last Resort in East Village, New York City, NY]()
from $400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
74 guestsThe Last ResortEast Village, New York City, NYSSean M.
“Communication was seamless leading up to the event and the bar minimum is very reasonable!” -
![Dining Hall at 5th and Mad in Murray Hill, New York City, NY]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Hall
80 guests5th and MadMurray Hill, New York City, NYNNatalia D.
“The bartender was amazing, the cocktails were delicious. Food: Spinach dip was my favorite.” -
![The Banquette Section at The Winslow in Gramercy Park, New York City, NY]()
from $600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Banquette Section
40 guestsThe WinslowGramercy Park, New York City, NY
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NNicole W.
“Super communicative and introduced himself during the event. Will absolutely be booking this venue again!”
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
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“The top-floor room was just perfect for our gathering of friends; we had 25 people for a 50th birthday party.”
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“It was the best venue for a birthday party!”
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“Derek, our bartender took great care of us and made the experience very personal.”
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“Love the different choices of rooms you can book for a private event and their menus are too notch.”
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“Friends loved the place and are looking forward to booking it for themselves!”
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“Great venue! Celebrated an engagement here and it was the perfect place! Highly recommend”
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“The space was beautiful, food and drinks were great, and service was outstanding.”
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“Easy communication, great food, and amazing venue!”
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“Communication with the venue was fast, easy, and clear.”
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Must-Check Bars for Engagement Parties in New York City
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“Everything, Brenton and Sam were able to help plan the perfect engagement party.”
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“The Secret Garden venue was perfect for the engagement party of my son.”
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“I recently rented out Velvet Brooklyn for a private event, and I can’t recommend this place enough!”
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“Everyone had fun, the space was beautiful for photos and was well laid out so that everyone could move around.”
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“The wine was definitely a highlight and the little mini beers were really a fun addition.”
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“Amazing space, a lot of tables and bar stools. Enough room for 50-60 comfortably”
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking costs of small bars average $1500 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 New York City, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From $750 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $65 | per person |
| From $100 | to $288 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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Velvet Room at Velvet Brooklyn in Williamsburg - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Open bar was great and the bartender made good cocktails.’ -
Whole Venue at Whiskey Cellar NYC in East Village - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was amazing. Nice ambience and very private. Shout out to the bartender that got assigned to us.’ -
Entire Bar at Revision Lounge in Alphabet City - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I guaranteed the bar minimum for the night so the room was all ours.’
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central New York City, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Bar at Piacere
on 351 Broome Street - 0.1 mi from center.
Venue said: Step up to the bar and take a seat on one of our plush stools, where you'll be greeted by our friendly bartenders who are eager to craft the perfect drink for you. -
Downstairs at Two Doors Down
on 159 East Houston Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘The space was perfect and staff was so friendly!’ -
Private Bar Event at Black Tap - SoHo - Rooftop
on 529 Broome Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: After Hours Party Black Tap - Soho has recently undergone renovations and now offers a stylish private space perfect for hosting intimate gatherings. Accommodating up to 70 we provide delicious small bites and top-notch cocktails...
Some of the top neighborhoods in NYC where you can find exceptional bars are the East Village and Lower East Side in Manhattan, both are renowned for their lively nightlife scenes. The Upper West Side features more classic NYC sports bars and pubs. And the West Village is perfect for quaint, cozy bars in beautiful brownstone buildings. Williamsburg in Brooklyn also has incredible cocktail bars and hipster spaces. Check your options for small bars in New York City on Tagvenue’s free venue marketplace.
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Highwater Rooftop - Take your events to the next level at Highwater, where the Inside Space is a luxurious loft offering breathtaking panoramas of NYC. Perfect for birthdays, corporate meetings, or simply a gathering of friends!
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