Festival Cafe NYC

Cafe

#14 of 557 Baby Shower venues in Manhattan
#42 of 1289 Drinks Reception venues in New York City
  11 reviews  – 
1155 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Upper East Side, New York City, NY
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Tyler Hollinger
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Excellent communication - 4.9/5
9 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.9. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

FESTIVÁL in NYC offers a farm-to-bar cocktail experience with a standout seasonal menu, perfect for intimate date nights or lively parties. Guests love the great setting and exceptional drinks.

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

Spaces for hire at Festival Cafe NYC

Entire Venue
Cafe
·
Whole venue
60 seats
100 standing
Welcome to FESTIVÁL, a Farm-to-Bar cocktail café and private event venue located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side. Blending the charm of a neighborhood café with the energy of a modern cocktail bar, FESTIVÁL is designed for unforgettable private events, corporate gatherings, networking mixers, birthday celebrations, engagement parties, t...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music

from $2000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Partial Buy outs
Dining Room
·
Private space
30 seats
40 standing
Host your next event in a dedicated section of FESTIVÁL with our partial buyout option, perfect for groups of up to 40 guests. Enjoy the atmosphere of our Farm-to-Bar cocktail café while benefiting from a reserved space designed for privacy, conversation, and exceptional hospitality. Ideal for corporate happy hours, networking events, birthday cel...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Projector
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music

from $2500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
Private Large Table
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
20 seats
30 standing
Perfect for intimate gatherings and group dining, our large table reservations offer a semi-private experience within FESTIVÁL's vibrant Farm-to-Bar cocktail café on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Ideal for birthday dinners, corporate lunches, team outings, client meetings, family celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and holiday gatherings, the space com...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Play your own music

from $50 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Reviews and ratings

5.0
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.9
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JP
Judy P.
Verified review
Party · 30 guests · June 2025
The bartenders were absolutely incredible, the space was beautiful and it was just the perfect size and feel for what we wanted. The drink were incredible and the charcuterie table was chefs kiss. I would absolutely do another event here!
5.0
VV
Veronica V.
Verified review
Bar · 35 guests · December 2024
From start to finish Tyler and the crew at Festival were incredible responsive, helpful and delivered on all that was discussed and promised. The venue itself has such a great vibe, the space was ideal for our team to get together and spend some quality downtime together. The service was exceptional and the food and beverages were delicious! We would most definitely consider Festival when planning to host another event - without a doubt!
5.0
PN
Paloma N.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
HP
Hiral P.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Entire Venue
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $2000–$3000 min. spend
Private Large Table
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Partial Buy outs
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Monday
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $2000–$3000 min. spend
Private Large Table
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Partial Buy outs
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Tuesday
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $2000–$3000 min. spend
Private Large Table
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Partial Buy outs
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Wednesday
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $2000–$3000 min. spend
Private Large Table
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Partial Buy outs
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Thursday
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $2000–$5000 min. spend
Private Large Table
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Partial Buy outs
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Friday
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 12:00 am
from $2000–$5000 min. spend
Private Large Table
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Partial Buy outs
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Saturday
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Entire Venue
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 min. spend
Private Large Table
11:00 am – 12:00 am
from $50 per person
Partial Buy outs
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

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 100
standing
Up to 60
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Festival Cafe NYC

Festival Cafe NYC is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

# About the Space

Welcome to FESTIVÁL, a playful Farm-to-Bar cocktail café located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side.

More than a restaurant, FESTIVÁL is a versatile event and production venue designed for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, brand activations, photo shoots, film productions, networking events, cocktail receptions, and content creation.

The space combines the warmth of a neighborhood café with the sophistication of a modern cocktail bar, featuring seasonal décor, abundant natural light, custom cocktails, flexible seating arrangements, and a distinctive New York atmosphere.

Our menu is built around locally sourced ingredients, handcrafted cocktails, sustainable practices, and made-from-scratch food and beverage programs. Exclusive catering is available for all bookings, ranging from cocktail receptions and brunches to full-service dinners and custom event menus.

Perfect For:

• Private Parties
• Corporate Events
• Team Building Events
• Networking Mixers
• Birthday Celebrations
• Engagement Parties
• Bridal Showers
• Product Launches
• Brand Activations
• Photo Shoots
• Film & Television Productions
• Content Creation
• Workshops & Classes

Space Features:

• Full Café & Cocktail Bar
• Indoor Dining Room
• Sidewalk Café Seating
• Natural Light
• Seasonal Design Elements
• Professional Catering
• Craft Cocktail Program
• Flexible Floor Plans
• High-Speed WiFi
• Production Friendly Environment

Capacity:

• Up to 100 Guests Standing
• Up to 60 Guests Seated

Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering, filming content, planning a corporate event, or celebrating a special occasion, FESTIVÁL offers a uniquely New York experience in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods.

FAQ

Yes, the venue provides DJs for hire; only in-house DJs are offered.

Yes, the venue offers a number of different food and beverage packages and options for all budgets.

Yes, children are accepted.

Yes, a full sound system is provided; in-house DJs are available, or you can play your own playlist.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available.

Yes, the space can be exclusive/private.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 3 months from the original date, at no cost.

At Festival Cafe NYC, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Festival Cafe NYC:

  • Entire Venue hosting 75 guests: $2680.60
  • Partial Buy outs hosting 41 guests: $3390

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

Festival Cafe NYC is located at 1155 2nd Avenue, in Upper East Side, New York City, NY.

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