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Upscale Bar and Showroom at Rodney’s

Name: Upscale Bar and Showroom at Rodney’s
Address: 1118 1st Avenue, New York, NY, 10065, US
Price range: from $200 hire fee / per hour
Rating: 4.8

Stand-Up Comedy Venue

Private space

About this space

Rodney’s: the Upper East Side’s legendary home of comedy, reimagined for your event

For more than fifty years, this stage has made New York laugh. Founded as Dangerfield’s in 1969, the club launched the careers of some of comedy’s biggest names. Today, as Rodney’s, it has been fully remodeled into one of the most stylish event spaces on the Upper East Side, with all the history and none of the dust.

Two spaces, one unforgettable night

The Upscale Bar: a polished cocktail lounge, ideal for receptions, mixers and drinks before the main event.
The Showroom: old-school glamour meets modern production, with state-of-the-art surround sound, plush chairs and couches, and a grand design throughout.

Why hosts love booking with us

A built-in wow factor. Your guests aren’t just going to a venue. They’re going to a piece of New York comedy history.
Entertainment on tap. We host live music and stand-up every night of the week, so ask us about adding a comedian, a band or a live set to your event.
A full in-house bar team. Our bartenders handle every drink and our door team handles every guest, so you can relax and enjoy the night.
A sound system built for performance. Speeches, playlists and live acts all sound the way they should.
Easy to reach. Located at 1118 First Avenue at 61st Street.

Perfect for corporate events, milestone birthdays, product launches, holiday parties and private comedy nights.

Good to know

Rodney’s is a 21+ venue; all guests show valid ID at the door
Bar service is provided by Rodney’s staff
Ticketed or promoted events are welcome with prior approval

Usually booked for

Conference

Typically for about 100 guests and costs about $1,000.

"Very helpful team. Brilliant venue. We had a superb time and everything went amazing! We will be back!"

- Ian H. Feb 2026

Offers and packages

Prices

Sunday

10:00 am – 6:00 am

from $200 hire fee per hour

Per hour

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

from $200

Per hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 am

from $200

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

Monday

10:00 am – 6:00 am

from $200–$250 hire fee per hour

Per hour

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

from $200

Per hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 am

from $250

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

Tuesday

10:00 am – 6:00 am

from $200–$250 hire fee per hour

Per hour

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

from $200

Per hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 am

from $250

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

Wednesday

10:00 am – 6:00 am

from $200–$250 hire fee per hour

Per hour

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

from $200

Per hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 am

from $250

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

Thursday

10:00 am – 6:00 am

from $200–$250 hire fee per hour

Per hour

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

from $200

Per hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 am

from $250

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

Friday

10:00 am – 6:00 am

from $200–$500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

from $200

Per hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 am

from $500

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

Saturday

10:00 am – 6:00 am

from $200–$500 hire fee per hour

Per hour

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

from $200

Per hour

5:00 pm – 6:00 am

from $500

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

Best price guarantee

Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing

up to 300
Dining

up to 175
Theatre

up to 200
Cabaret

up to 200

Catering and drinks

Venue can organise food and drink

Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost

Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice

Venue can supply alcoholic beverages

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Camera and photography equipment available on site
Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Green screen for filming and photography
Photography backdrops available
Place where clients can store items during their event
Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproofed room for noise control
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Restroom
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music
Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Guests can enter without using stairs

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Host rules

All events must be 21+ no exceptions
Friday and Saturday night rentals must also have a 3k bar minimum
Absolutely no outside drinks allowed
No smoking is allowed in the building.

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

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FAQ

Does the venue have an onstage connection for microphones?

Yes, there is an onstage rack that can be used for microphone connections.

Is a bar minimum the only charge?

No. A rental fee applies, and security must still be hired.

Can clients bring their own DJ?

Yes, DJs can connect to the venue’s brand-new surround sound, but they must bring their controller and XLR cables.

Can the venue provide or arrange seating?

Yes, the venue can arrange seating.

Can extra event time be included in the rental period?

Yes, all the time needed has to be included in the rental fee.

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb

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Response rate: 97%