The Library at The Raines Law Room at The William

Function Room in a Cocktail Bar

Private space

About this space

With its mahogany paneling, wall of books, and open fireplace, the feeling here is that of stepping back in time into a luxurious salon. The perfect space to enjoy great company and perhaps an even greater cocktail.

The Raines Law Room at The William is a bespoke & craft cocktail bar with a chic retro library vibe within The William hotel.

Event offers and packages

Experience the magic of Christmas like never before at The Raines Law Room at The William! Join us for a festive celebration filled with elegant decor, delicious holiday feasts, and heartwarming moments that will create cherished memories for years to come.

Minimum spend depends on the group size and the date.

Christmas Dinner (Up to 20 guests)

$85 per person

3-course Menu Sample:

STARTERS
CAESAR SALAD, baby romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, croutons (VG)
GOAT CHEESE & APPLE DUMPLINGS, spicy mayo (VG)
BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP (V, DF, GF)
SESAME CRUSTED TUNA TATAKI, avocado mayo, chili oil (GF, DF)
SPICY CRAB SALAD, jumbo lump crab, garlic-chili mayo

MAINS
CHICKPEA BURGER, carrot & celery root coleslaw, lettuce, tomato, vegan mayo (V, DF)
TRUFFLE RICOTTA RAVIOLI, hen of the woods mushroom, roasted spaghetti squash (VG)
ROASTED CHICKEN, potato gratin, truffle vinaigrette (GF)
SALMON “A LA PLANCHA”, whole grain mustard beurre blanc, mache (GF)
THE HOLY GRAIL BURGER, roasted wild mushrooms, bleu cheese, fries
STEAK FRITES, grilled ribeye, thick-cut fries, chimichurri sauce (GF, DF) *only for groups under 40 guests
HERB CRUSTED PRIME RIB, glazed mushrooms & fingerling potatoes, au jus (GF,) *only for groups over 40 guests

DESSERTS
MILK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE TART, Maldon salt (VG)
AFFOGATO, amaretto, espresso, vanilla ice cream (VG, GF)
NEW YORK CHEESECAKE, dulce de leche (VG)
SEASONAL SORBET, strawberry coulis (V, GF, DF)

V - Vegan | VG - Vegetarian | GF - Gluten Free

Beverages Package (Up to 40 guests)

$100 per person

DRINKS ON CONSUMPTION (for groups up to 30 guests) Spirits, cocktails, wine & beer +4 RLR Specialty
Cocktails with a minimum + $300 bar fee

THE ROYAL PACKAGE - Open bar with ultra-premium spirits, cocktails, wine and bee
+4 RLR Specialty Cocktails. Includes Luksusowa & Titos Vodka, Beefeater Gin, Nuku Mezcal, Espolon
Blanco Tequila, Pueblo Viejo Reposado, Planteray 3yr & 5yr Gold Rum, Four Roses & Old Forester
Bourbon, Wild Turkey Rye, Tullamore DEW Irish Whiskey, Monkey Shoulder Scotch, A Hardy VS Cognac.
House Pinot Noir, Malbec, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Rose & Prosecco.- $100pp

THE PLATINUM PACKAGE - Open bar with ultra-premium spirits, cocktails, wine and beer
+4 RLR Specialty Cocktails. Includes Grey Goose & Titos Vodka, Beefeater & Hendricks Gin, Vida Mezcal,
Espolon Blanco, Reposado & Anejo Tequila, Planteray 3yr White & 5yr Gold Rum, Elijah Craig &
Whistlepig Piggyback Bourbon, Whistlepig Piggyback 6yr Rye, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Johnnie Walker
Black, Macallan 12yr & Ardbeg Single Malt Scotch, D’usse VSOP Cognac. Kings Ridge Pinot Noir,
Dourthe Bordeaux, Marquis de Pennautier Chardonnay, Yealands Sauvignon Blanc, Moet & Chandon
Brut Champagne.- $120pp

THE DIAMOND PACKAGE- Open bar with ultra-premium spirits, cocktails, wine and beer
+4 RLR Specialty Cocktails. Includes Grey Goose & Ketel One Vodka, Beefeater, Hendricks &
Monkey 47 Gin, Madre Artesanal Mezcal, Tequila Ocho Plata & Reposado Tequila, Tesoro Anejo Tequila,
Planteray 3yr White & Diplomatico Reserva Aged Rum, Jefferson’s Reserve & Russell’s 10yr Bourbon,
Russell’s 6yr & Whistlepig 10yr Rye, Jameson & Redbreast 12yr Whiskey, Johnnie Walker Black Scotch,
Macallan 12yr, Balvenie 12yr & Ardbeg 10yr scotch, Hennessy VSOP Cognac. Domaine Lazaret
Chateauneuf du Pape, Domaine Bousquet Gaia Malbec, Domaine Gerard Sancerre, Marquis de
Pennautier Chardonnay, Moet & Chandon Brut & Canard-Duchene Rose Champagne- $140pp

4 Course Christmas Dinner

$120 per person

AMUSE BOUCHE
HOUSE-MADE RICOTTA, balsamic glaze caviar, crostini (VG)
FETA & MUSHROOM TOSTADA, salsa verde (DF, GF)

STARTERS
CAESAR SALAD, baby romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, croutons (VG)
SESAME CRUSTED TUNA TATAKI, avocado mayo, chili oil, rice crackers (GF, DF)
GRILLED WATERMELON SALAD, arugula, tomato chutney, meyer lemon (V, DF, GF)
GOAT CHEESE & APPLE DUMPLINGS, spicy mayo *add Kaluga Caviar +$10pp
MAINE LOBSTER SALAD, grapefruit, cilantro, avocado, brioche croutons

MAINS
HONEYNUT SQUASH QUINOTTO, quinoa risotto, summer squash, vegan feta (V, DF, GF)
TRUFFLE RICOTTA RAVIOLI, hen of the woods mushroom, roasted spaghetti squash (VG)
ROASTED CHICKEN, potato gratin, truffle vinaigrette (GF)
SALMON “A LA PLANCHA”, whole grain mustard beurre blanc, mache (GF) *add Kaluga Caviar +$10pp
WAGYU & TRUFFLE BURGER, roasted wild mushrooms, arugula, fries
GRILLED FILET MIGNON, green asparagus, au poivre sauce (GF)*only for groups under 40 guests
HERB CRUSTED PRIME RIB, glazed mushrooms & fingerling potatoes, au jus (GF)*only for groups over 40 guests

DESSERTS
MILK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE TART, maldon salt (VG)
AFFOGATO, amaretto, espresso, vanilla ice cream (VG, GF)
SEASONAL SORBET, (V, GF, DF)
NEW YORK CHEESECAKE, dulce de leche (VG)
CHEESE & FRUIT, chef’s assortment, fresh fruit (GF, VG)
HOUSEMADE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES, (VG, GF)

V - Vegan | VG - Vegetarian | GF - Gluten Free

Prices

Sunday

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 + $2500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Monday

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 + $2500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Tuesday

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 + $2500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Wednesday

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 + $2500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Thursday

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 + $2500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Friday

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 + $2500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Saturday

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 hire fee + min. spend

Per session

7:00 am – 2:00 am

from $250 + $2500

Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago

Capacity

Standing

up to 40

Dining

up to 20

Catering and drinks

Extensive vegan menu

Extensive gluten-free menu

Alcohol licence until 2:00 am

Facilities

Air conditioner

Accommodation is available on-site

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Fireplace

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Host rules

No smoking in the building.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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About The Raines Law Room at The William

Raines Law Room at The William has conveniently located steps from Grand Central Station. Located inside The William's Hotel, a converted townhouse that used to be the club for Williams University. Your guests will be transported by the old world charm as they sip cocktails in our lavish parlor rooms.

The Raines Law Room at The William can accommodate a range of events and groups, including private dinners, weddings, mixology lessons, and team-building events.