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Wildcard Bar

Cocktail Bar

#58 of 1390 Birthday Party venues in New York City
#27 of 1306 Drinks Reception venues in New York City
  3 reviews  â€“ 
238 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022 –
Midtown Manhattan, New York City, NY
From $55
hire fee + min. spend
Up to 42
seats
Up to 80
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Hidden on the second floor of a Midtown Manhattan townhouse, Wildcard Bar blends Japanese-inspired Meiji-era decor with seasonal handcrafted cocktails and niche small-batch spirits. Ideal for intimate celebrations or trendy parties with your own music or DJ in a cozy, stylish atmosphere.

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

Spaces for hire at Wildcard Bar

Wildcard Bar - Event Space at Wildcard Bar

Wildcard Bar - Event Space
Lounge
·
Private space
42 seats
80 standing
Wildcard Bar - Event Space is a Lounge in Wildcard Bar centred on low-lit, Japanese-inspired interiors that create an intimate cocktail setting. Design: The room has dark walls, wood flooring and a built-in bookshelf that give it a compact, library-like feel. The lighting is low and warm from table lamps and a chandelier, and leather sofas and arm...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $3050 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
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Private & Red Room at Wildcard Bar

Private & Red Room
Lounge
·
Private space
15 seats
20 standing
Private & Red Room is a private lounge in Wildcard Bar defined by a salon-style layout that focuses on conversational groups. Design: The room presents dark-painted walls, deep green leather banquettes and hardwood floors punctuated by framed art, table lamps and heavy red drapery, creating a compact, intimate interior. Features: The space includ...
Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
from $355 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago
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Reviews and ratings

4.2
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Communication
1.5

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

MM
Mia M.
Verified review
Very poor communication

Did not accept my request with no explanation

1.0
MW
Matias W.
Verified review
Poor communication
2.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Wildcard Bar - Event Space
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Monday
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Wildcard Bar - Event Space
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Tuesday
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Wildcard Bar - Event Space
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Private & Red Room
6:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Wednesday
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Wildcard Bar - Event Space
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Private & Red Room
6:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Thursday
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Wildcard Bar - Event Space
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Private & Red Room
6:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Friday
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Wildcard Bar - Event Space
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Private & Red Room
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Saturday
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Wildcard Bar - Event Space
6:00 am – 2:30 am
from $650 hire fee + min. spend
Private & Red Room
6:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $55 hire fee + min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 10 months ago

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 80
standing
Up to 42
seats
In-house catering
External catering allowed
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Wildcard Bar

Wildcard Bar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Wildcard Bar is a Japanese-inspired cocktail hidden bar on the second floor of a townhouse in Midtown Manhattan.

Our seasonal menu features handcrafted cocktails utilizing small-batch spirits. Our spirits menu highlights Japanese whiskies and sake. The décor is reminiscent of Meiji Restoration era Japan with cues from the four seasons throughout the space.

Our team’s first priority is hospitality and we look forward to having you at Wildcard.

FAQ

Yes. All food and beverage purchased at Wildcard go towards the room minimum.

At Wildcard Bar, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Wildcard Bar:

  • Wildcard Bar - Event Space hosting 20 guests: $1142
  • Private & Red Room hosting 12 guests: $512.60

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

Wildcard Bar is located at 238 East 53rd Street, in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, NY.

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