Entire Bar at Mess Hall

Bar
·
Whole venue
2194 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, New York, NY 10026 –
Harlem, New York City, NY
Up to 50
seats
Up to 65
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Mess Hall is Harlem’s go-to neighborhood spot, serving up serious dive-bar chic vibes. With exposed brick, quirky taxidermy, and rustic charm, it’s the perfect blend of cozy and cool. Sip on craft beers, enjoy a curated selection of top-shelf liquor, and indulge in handcrafted cocktails paired with tasty small bites. Whether you’re aiming for the dart board or chilling in the laid-back backyard, Mess Hall’s warm, inviting atmosphere makes it the ultimate local hangout.

Prices

Sunday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Packages start at $18/hr/person.
Monday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Packages start at $18/hr/person.
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Packages start at $18/hr/person.
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $18 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Packages start at $18/hr/person.
Thursday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $18 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $18 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Packages start at $18/hr/person.
Friday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $18 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $18 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Packages start at $18/hr/person.
Saturday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $18 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $18 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Packages start at $18/hr/person.
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

Standing
up to 65
Dining
up to 50

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Free on-street parking
Outdoor seating
Darts
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 21 are not allowed

Host rules

No Smoking

Reviews and ratings

(7 reviews and ratings - )

KS
Katherine S.
April 2025
Restaurant · 45 guests
The staff was excellent, attentive, timely, and really easy to communicate with. The prices were fair, and food and drinks were delicious! I would recommend others to come here to enjoy the atmosphere or to host a future event.
Nothing, it was a wonderful experience.
5.0
KS
Katherine S.
March 2025
Excellent communication
Karen and the team were incredibly helpful and very prompt to answer. They made communication and event planning very easy.
5.0
SD
Sasha D.
March 2025
Birthday Party · 40 guests
Nothing but great things to say about Mess Hall. From the first meeting to the actual event with Karen, the staff was nothing but perfect. I was allowed to bring in outside catering prior to the opening of the bar. Once the bar open, my party has the back area to ourselves and were allowed to have a DJ play through the system. Derek, our bartender took great care of us and made the experience very personal. Would highly recommend hosting your event at Mess hall.
5.0
L
Liz
November 2024
50th Birthday Party · 50 guests
4.7

Mess Hall is a #Supervenue

#Supervenue program is based on our customers' feedback and highlights venues that are most dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality, customer service and event experience. Read more
Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within a day
Response rate: 97%

About Mess Hall

Mess Hall is a local favorite for hosting private events, including weddings, birthdays, pride celebrations, baby showers, corporate gatherings, holiday parties, and more.

Located on South Harlem’s restaurant row, Mess Hall is your local watering hole where rustic charm and a relaxed atmosphere meets craft cocktails, curated liquor selections, and delicious small bites.

We welcome groups of any size, whether you're planning an event in our Parlor Room or a large-scale corporate affair utilizing both Mess Hall and Double Dutch. Our flexible packages can be tailored to your needs, and we offer individual rooms for rent as well as the entire bar.

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from $18
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