A cocktail bar with tufted velvet armchairs, paneled dark walls, and a tin ceiling at Raines Law Room Chelsea.

Raines Law Room Chelsea

Cocktail Bar

#49 of 774 Bar venues in New York City
#29 of 1320 40th Birthday Party venues in New York City
  4 reviews  – 
48 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011 –
Flatiron District, New York City, NY
From $650
hire fee + min. spend
Up to 45
seats
Up to 75
standing
Venue offers catering
American
cuisine
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Cocktail bar in NYC with a speakeasy vibe, serving classic drinks in an intimate, cozy setting. Ideal for parties and private dining with friends, offering a relaxed, atmospheric experience.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Raines Law Room Chelsea

Entire Venue at Raines Law Room Chelsea
Entire Venue
Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
45 seats
75 standing
Since Raines on 17th street opened in 2009, it has become an institution in the New York City speakeasy scene. The authenticity, secrecy, and mouth-watering cocktails have made Raines a destination parlor in The Flatiron District. The Raines Law Room can accommodate a range of events and groups, including mixology lessons and team-building events...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $7150 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
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The Drawing Room at Raines Law Room Chelsea
The Drawing Room
Event Space
·
Private space
25 standing
Upon ringing the doorbell and entering our parlor, guests escape the bustling New York City streets and are transported to another era of decadence and tranquility. We look forward to hosting you and your guests, cocktails in hand. The Drawing Room can accommodate up to 25 people for a reception. Contact us for more details.
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
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The Garden at Raines Law Room Chelsea
The Garden
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
20 standing
The Garden is an exquisite space that can accommodate up to 20 people for a reception. It is intimate and full of greenery outdoor. The Garden is perfect for sunny summer days, you can enjoy here a breath of fresh air. The Garden has a roof for inclement weather. A semi-secret entrance (ring bell) leads to this plush lounge crafting Prohibition-...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
Enquire now
The Parlor + Garden at Raines Law Room Chelsea
The Parlor + Garden
Event Space
·
Private space
45 standing
This is a great option for 25-40 guests during the week. Guests will enjoy a private bar, lush lounge chairs and access to the covered Garden.
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $3500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
1 recent guest highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
5.0
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Odile V.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Lauren is great! Helpful and nice and prompt and polite
5.0
OV
Odile V.
Verified review
Engagement Party · 3 guests · August 2025
Super nice and accommodating even though I kept changing things, everything went really smoothly day-of and the staff were very helpful! Taking requests, moving furniture, and not nickel-and-diming me for my requests. Will probably have another event with them!
5.0
KB
Kaytlin B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Great upfront information.
5.0
RM
Rosa M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
The Drawing Room
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
The Garden
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Monday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
The Drawing Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
The Garden
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
The Parlor + Garden
4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
The Drawing Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
The Garden
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Entire Venue
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
The Parlor + Garden
4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $750 hire fee + min. spend
The Drawing Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
The Garden
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Entire Venue
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $750 hire fee + min. spend
The Parlor + Garden
4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Thursday
4:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $750 hire fee + min. spend
The Drawing Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
The Garden
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Entire Venue
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $750 hire fee + min. spend
The Parlor + Garden
4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Friday
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $900 hire fee + min. spend
The Drawing Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
The Garden
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Entire Venue
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $900 hire fee + min. spend
Saturday
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $900 hire fee + min. spend
The Drawing Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
The Garden
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Entire Venue
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $900 hire fee + min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 8 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 75
standing
Up to 45
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Raines Law Room Chelsea

Raines Law Room Chelsea is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Raines law was passed on March 23, 1896, by the new york state Legislature. It was nominally a Liquor tax, but its intention was to curb the consumption of alcohol by imposing Regulations.

Among other provisions, it prohibited the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sunday except in hotels. Most men worked a six-day week, and Sunday was the only full day for drinking at saloons. Under the law, however, hotels were allowed to serve liquor on Sunday, to guests only, provided it was during a meal, or in the bedrooms of the hotel. State statutes allowed that any business was considered a hotel if it had 10 rooms for lodging and served food with its liquor. Saloons quickly found a loophole by adding small furnished bedrooms and applying for a hotel license. Dozens of “RAINES LAW HOTELS,” often located directly above saloons, opened.

www.raineslawroom.com

FAQ

At Raines Law Room Chelsea, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

Raines Law Room Chelsea does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Raines Law Room Chelsea:

  • Entire Venue hosting 75 guests: $5159.40
  • The Drawing Room hosting 20 guests: $3100

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Raines Law Room Chelsea is located at 48 West 17th Street, in Flatiron District, New York City, NY.

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