The Hawthorne Room + Terrace at The Raines Law Room at The William

  36 reviews  â€“ 
24 East 39th Street, New York, NY 10016 –
Grand Central (300 yd)

About this space

A superb flexible space for cocktail receptions, seated dinners, or showers. As the largest of the rooms, The Hawthorne Room offers flexibility for layout and function. The adjoining terrace is lovely outdoor airy space.

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

Christmas Party Offers

$5000 min. spend
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 40 guests)
$75 per person
3-course Menu Sample:

STARTERS
1. Caesar Salad, Baby Romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, Croutons (VG)**
2. House Smoked Salmon Dip, Cucumber & Dill Aioli, Toast*
3. Tuna Tartare, Avocado Mayo, Chili Oil, Rice Crackers (GF)
4. Tomato Gazpacho, Roma Tomatoes, Garlic Confit, Basil Oil (V/GF)
5. Octopus Carpaccio, Squid Ink Vinaigrette, Crispy Potatoes (GF)

MAINS
1. Vegetable Kebabs, garlic roasted broccoli, summer squash, hummus, toasted pita (V)
2. Truffle Ricotta Ravioli, Hen of the Woods Mushroom, Roasted Squash (VG)
3. Roasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Truffle Vinaigrette (GF)
4. Salmon "a la Plancha", Fennel & Grapefruit Salad, Black Olive Tapenade (GF)
5. The Holy Grail Burger, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Bleu Cheese, Old Bay Chips
6. Grilled Ribeye Steak, Thick-Cut Fries, Chimichurri Sauce (GF)

DESSERTS
1. Milk Chocolate Mousse, Maldon Salt (VG, GF)
2. Affogato, Amaretto, Espresso, Vanilla Ice Cream (VG, GF)
3. New York Cheesecake, Strawberry Coulis (VG)
4. Macarons, Chef Assortment, Fresh Berries (VG)
5. Seasonal Sorbet (V, GF)

*Item can be made gluten free
**Item can be made vegan

V - Vegan | VG - Vegetarian | GF - Gluten Free
Beverages Package (Up to 50 guests)
$70 per person
The Royal Package - $70pp
The Raines Package - $80pp
The Platinum Package - $100pp
The Diamond Package - $120pp

Birthday Party Offers

Open Bar Package
$150 per person
Food & Beverage Minimums + NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Prices

Sunday
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 + $10000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee
Monday
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 + $10000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee
Tuesday
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 + $10000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee
Wednesday
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 + $10000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee
Thursday
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 + $10000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee
Friday
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 + $10000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee
Saturday
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
3:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1000 + $10000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
+ NYS Tax, Gratuity & 8% Admin Fee

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 21 are not allowed

Host rules

No smoking in the building.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(36 reviews and ratings - )

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Zekara R.
July 2023

The food was phenomenal and the drinks were great!! Service was also very good!

The air con lost the battle on a hot humid night

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Nermeen S.
April 2023

We hosted a party for 40 people here, including drinks, hors d'oeuvres and dinner, followed by catered desserts (cake). The night was absolutely magical: the ambience, the servers (Alex and Luke are utterly charming and kind), the food, the drinks (cocktails are still being raved about several days after the event) and of course Lauren, who planned and coordinated the party. She was beyond professional: immediate responses to all precise and general inquiries and requests, extremely accommodating, polite and solicitous. I can't recommend the place or the people highly enough!

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Stephanie M.
December 2022

What’s not to love! The venue was beautiful, the food and drinks were amazing and the staff was fun and accommodating. We had an amazing time

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Nermeen S.
April 2023

Lauren is lovely: prompt in her responses to all questions and requests, very accommodating, helpful and kind. All in all: fabulous!


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, mixology lessons, and team-building events.


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