Jake's Dilemma
Bar
#16 of 1401 Birthday Party venues in New York City
#1 of 461 Minimum Spend venues in Manhattan
18 reviews
ā
430 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10024
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Upper West Side, New York City, NY
Christine EDBME
Your Personal Event Manager from Eat, Drink & Be Merry Events
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Partnered with Tagvenue for 2 years
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Excellent communication - 4.8/5
53 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.8. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
Venue overview
Jakeās Dilemma is a lively sports bar on Amsterdam Ave, NYC, known for its diverse beer selection and foosball games. Perfect for casual parties and gatherings with a vibrant, friendly vibe.
This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile
Spaces for hire at Jake's Dilemma
The Oak Cellar
Function Room
Ā·
Private space
50 seats
60 standing
Welcome to The Oak Cellar, a uniquely designed party room that exudes the charm of a European wine cellar with an industrial twist. This intimate space accommodates up to 60 guests and boasts stoned archways, mosaic tiles, brick walls, cobblestone floors, and stained-glass accents.
The cozy downstairs party room comes complete with a private bar, ...
Alcohol licence
until 4:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $1200 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
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Riverside Room and Commons
Event Space
Ā·
Shared space
60 seats
100 standing
Introducing the Riverside Room and Commons at Jake's Dilemma, a versatile event space that combines rustic charm with modern elegance. This spacious venue features wooden floors and brick walls, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a corporate gathering, wedding reception, or social event, this bar offers...
Alcohol licence
until 4:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $2200 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
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Riverside Room
Bar
Ā·
Private space
20 seats
35 standing
Step into the Riverside Room at Jake's Dilemma, a hidden gem tucked away in the back, offering a cozy and intimate party space. The vibrant blue walls bring life to the room, creating a lively atmosphere for your event. The private bar, adorned with charming pendants, adds a touch of elegance, while the decorative floor tiles make the space truly u...
Alcohol licence
until 4:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $1200 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now
Whole Space
Bar
Ā·
Whole venue
340 seats
350 standing
This versatile space is designed to host up to 350 people in a standing arrangement, making it perfect for large events. Enjoy a friendly game of foosball while sipping on a wide selection of beverages from our bar. Explore other unique spaces such as The Oak Seller, Riverside Room, and Commons to craft an unforgettable experience for your guests.
...
Alcohol licence
until 4:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $6000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
Enquire now
Reviews and ratings
5.0
3 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
6 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
4.8
Communication
4.8
Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
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Nathalie G.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party Ā· 25 guests
Ā· March 2026
The space was super nice and spacious, the manager offered extend the space to the commons was clutch. We really appreciated the extra space since our guest count went up! I love the fact that it was cash bar, made things very easy. The food is great and the bartender was awesome. Of course, location was perfect. Since it was near the finish line (and also across the street from our apartment). We had a really great time celebrating all the runners that day.
Nothing!
Submitted 1 month ago
5.0
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Lauren A.
Verified review
Minimum Spend Ā· 25 guests
Ā· March 2026
Excellent staff, service, we had about 30 people and it was a great size room + DJ! Food was also really well received.
Submitted 1 month ago
5.0
MA
Margaret A.
Verified review
Birthday Party Ā· 35 guests
Ā· December 2025
The staff at the venue was super helpful - Austin, the bartender was great, and Christine was amazingly helpful getting all the arrangements and catering in place. We had a great time and would highly recommend this venue to others.
Submitted 3 months ago
4.9
C
Carolyn
Verified review
Engagement Party Ā· 50 guests
Ā· February 2025
Wonderful venue - efficient and friendly staff - good food. Perfect place to host a party!
Submitted 1 year ago
5.0
Prices and opening hours
Sunday
12:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200ā$6000
min. spend
Whole Space
12:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$6000
min. spend
The Oak Cellar
12:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room
12:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room and Commons
12:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$2200
min. spend
Monday
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200ā$6000
min. spend
Whole Space
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$6000
min. spend
The Oak Cellar
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room and Commons
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$2200
min. spend
Tuesday
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200ā$6000
min. spend
Whole Space
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$6000
min. spend
The Oak Cellar
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room and Commons
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$2200
min. spend
Wednesday
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200ā$6000
min. spend
Whole Space
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$6000
min. spend
The Oak Cellar
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room and Commons
3:00 pm ā
2:00 am
from
$2200
min. spend
Thursday
3:00 pm ā
3:00 am
from
$1200ā$6000
min. spend
Whole Space
3:00 pm ā
3:00 am
from
$6000
min. spend
The Oak Cellar
3:00 pm ā
3:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room
3:00 pm ā
3:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room and Commons
3:00 pm ā
3:00 am
from
$2200
min. spend
Friday
3:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$1200ā$6000
min. spend
Whole Space
3:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$6000
min. spend
The Oak Cellar
3:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room
3:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room and Commons
3:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$2200
min. spend
Saturday
12:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$1200ā$6000
min. spend
Whole Space
12:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$6000
min. spend
The Oak Cellar
12:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room
12:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$1200
min. spend
Riverside Room and Commons
12:00 pm ā
4:00 am
from
$2200
min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months 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 350
standing
Up to 340
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 Jake's Dilemma
Jake's Dilemma is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.
Welcome to Jakeās Dilemma, a lively sports bar situated at 430 Amsterdam Ave, New York. Nestled along the vibrant Amsterdam Avenue strip, this casual bar is a favorite among the young crowd, celebrated for its diverse beer selection and entertaining foosball games.
The atmosphere at Jakeās Dilemma is laid-back and friendly, providing the perfect setting to unwind after a long day or enjoy a night out with friends. Whether you're a sports enthusiast eager to catch the latest game or simply in the mood for good company and a cold beer, Jakeās Dilemma has everything you need for a great time. Book now and experience the lively vibes for yourself!
FAQ
Yes, there is a drop-down projection screen and multiple TVs available.
No, all the food is served buffet style.
Yes, either private room allows playing music via the Bluetooth connection.
The venue has mosaic walls and a tin ceiling, a private bar, two HDTVs and a large drop-down projection screen; a microphone is available for speeches if requested.
At Jake's Dilemma, 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 Jake's Dilemma:
- The Oak Cellar hosting 25 guests: $1381
- Riverside Room and Commons hosting 40 guests: $1320
- Riverside Room hosting 27 guests: $1275
For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.
Jake's Dilemma is located at 430 Amsterdam Avenue, in Upper West Side, New York City, NY.
Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:
- Nathalie G. rated it 5/5 stars
'The space was super nice and spacious, the manager offered extend the space to the commons was clutch. We really appreciated the extra space since our guest count went up! I love the fact that it was cash bar, made things very easy. The food is great and the bartender was awesome. Of course, location was perfect. Since it was near the finish line (and also across the street from our apartment). We had a really great time celebrating all the runners that day.' - Margaret A. rated it 4.9/5 stars
'The staff at the venue was super helpful - Austin, the bartender was great, and Christine was amazingly helpful getting all the arrangements and catering in place. We had a great time and would highly recommend this venue to others.' - Cilla P. rated it 5/5 stars
'Great staff! Room is private, a good size and has personal bathroom disconnected from public bar. Option to play own music and full bar. Had a great time; would book again!'
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