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Banc Cafe

Bar

#45 of 1548 Event Space venues in New York City
#84 of 772 30th Birthday Party venues in Manhattan
  8 reviews  â€“ 
431 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10016 –
Kips Bay, New York City, NY
From $2500
min. spend
Up to 55
seats
Up to 55
standing
Venue offers catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
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Ronan Conlon
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Excellent communication - 5/5
4 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Housed in a 1920s bank building, Banc Cafe in Murray Hill blends historic charm with a trendy lounge vibe, offering elevated bar food and craft cocktails. Ideal for birthday parties and casual celebrations, with a private whiskey bar, live music, and options to bring your own DJ.

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

Spaces for hire at Banc Cafe

Vault Whisky Bar at Banc Cafe

Vault Whisky Bar
Bar
·
Private space
55 seats
55 standing
The Vault Whiskey Bar features a stylish bar with an extensive whisky collection and a full selection of draught beers, catering to all tastes. An independent sound system delivers high-quality audio, perfect for setting the mood or hosting events, while a large-screen TV ensures excellent viewing for sports or entertainment. Luxurious leather curv...
Alcohol licence until 4:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $2500 minimum spend
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
4 recent guests highly rated cleanliness and catering
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
4.8
Service quality
4.5
Value for money
4.5
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

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

RD
Russell D.
Verified review
Event Space · 50 guests · December 2025 · Vault Whisky Bar

Space itself and bartender were great for 45 person party. Staff was largely responsive and accommodating up to the event.

There was another group that we were assured would be out by a certain time so we could come set up and they were not. Also, there was a glitch with their speakers, which went out for 35 minutes in the middle of the event.

4.1
CL
Ciara L.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 35 guests · October 2025 · Vault Whisky Bar

The back room was so nice! It looked great, fit my 40 guests, and we all had a great time. I would definitely host another party here.

5.0
VP
Victoria P.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 40 guests · September 2025 · Vault Whisky Bar

Excellent communication. Made everything seamless and easy. We had the best time and our bartender Laura was amazing. Hospitality was incredible and I’ll definitely be booking with them again!

5.0
ND
Nina D.
Verified review
Bar · 50 guests · March 2025 · Vault Whisky Bar

It was the best venue for a birthday party! Ronan and the Banc team were super responsive when we were planning it. The bartender was amazing, the food was really good, the private room was perfect and the disco ball was a great touch. Will definitely be hosting our birthday party here again next year. Thank you Banc!!

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Vault Whisky Bar
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Monday
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Vault Whisky Bar
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Tuesday
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Vault Whisky Bar
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Wednesday
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Vault Whisky Bar
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Thursday
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Vault Whisky Bar
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Friday
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Vault Whisky Bar
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Saturday
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend
Vault Whisky Bar
5:00 pm – 3:00 am
from $2500–$4000 min. spend

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 55
standing
Up to 55
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 Banc Cafe

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

Located in the heart of New York City since 2004, Banc Cafe offers an unforgettable fusion of classic American flavors, live music, and an extensive selection of libations.

Our private space features a dedicated Whiskey Bar, ideal for cocktail events with up to 55 guests or sit-down dinners for up to 36 guests.

The entire restaurant, which includes two bars, has a total capacity of 200 guests. We also offer extensive outdoor seating in a beautiful south-facing setting.

Usually booked for
Birthday Party

Typically for 35-50 guests and costs about $3,500.

"The back room was so nice! It looked great, fit my 40 guests, and we all had a great time."

- Ciara L. Oct 2025

FAQ

Yes, drinks can be charged to a consumption tab.

No, the private room does not have a private bathroom; there is one set of bathrooms in the main bar area.

At Banc Cafe, 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 Banc Cafe:

  • Vault Whisky Bar hosting 45 guests: $4742.60

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

Banc Cafe is located at 431 3rd Avenue, in Kips Bay, New York City, NY.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Ciara L. rated it 5/5 stars
    'The back room was so nice! It looked great, fit my 40 guests, and we all had a great time. I would definitely host another party here.'
  • Victoria P. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Excellent communication. Made everything seamless and easy. We had the best time and our bartender Laura was amazing. Hospitality was incredible and I’ll definitely be booking with them again!'

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