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Waiting on a Friend

Bar

#37 of 1390 Birthday Party venues in New York City
#22 of 681 Minimum Spend venues in New York City
206 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009 –
Alphabet City, New York City, NY
From $500
min. spend
Up to 17
seats
Up to 30
standing
Venue offers catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Trendy East Village bar with a stylish modern interior, raw bar happy hour, and spacious lounge areas. Perfect for lively birthday gatherings or after-work happy hour events with cocktails.

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Spaces for hire at Waiting on a Friend

Front Banquet at Waiting on a Friend

Front Banquet
Lounge
·
Semi-private area
15 seats
30 standing
Front Banquet is a semi‑private lounge in Waiting on a Friend characterized by intimate, low‑lit proportions that set it apart from the main room. Design: The space has a low ceiling, warm amber lighting, horizontal ribbed wall panels and dark flooring that together create compact lounge proportions. Features: Built-in banquette seating and movab...
Alcohol licence until 4:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $500 minimum spend
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Private Back Room at Waiting on a Friend

Private Back Room
Function Room
·
Private space
10 seats
20 standing
Our private back room offers a cozy and versatile space, perfect for various events. It features a fully stocked bar, comfortable couches, and tables, making it ideal for social gatherings or more intimate settings. The room also provides easy access to a private back patio, allowing guests to enjoy fresh air in a secluded area. With modern ameniti...
Alcohol licence until 4:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $1500 minimum spend
Enquire now
Living Room at Waiting on a Friend

Living Room
Lounge
·
Semi-private area
17 seats
25 standing
The Living Room is a lounge in the bar Waiting on a Friend that uses an intimate, booth-centered layout to keep groups distinct from the busier main floor. Design: The Living Room has low ceilings, curved leather banquettes and stacked pouf stools arranged around small round tables, set against dark flooring and a deep green-and-gold graphic wall ...
Alcohol licence until 4:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $1500 minimum spend
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500–$1500 min. spend
Private Back Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Living Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Front Banquet
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Wednesday
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500–$1500 min. spend
Private Back Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Living Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Front Banquet
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Thursday
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500–$1500 min. spend
Private Back Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Living Room
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Front Banquet
5:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Friday
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $1000–$2000 min. spend
Private Back Room
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Living Room
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Front Banquet
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $1000 min. spend
Saturday
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $1000–$2000 min. spend
Private Back Room
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Living Room
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $2000 min. spend
Front Banquet
5:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $1000 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 30
standing
Up to 17
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Waiting on a Friend

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

Waiting On A Friend is a lively 2,000-square-foot bar in the heart of the East Village. The space is divided into three sections and has two fully stocked bars, making it perfect for all kinds of events. Whether you’re hosting a small 50-person birthday, a fun 100-person happy hour, or a 200-person networking event, Waiting On A Friend offers the right atmosphere.

The flexible layout allows for easy customization, so your event can feel exactly how you want it. With a relaxed and modern style, the venue is great for both intimate gatherings and bigger celebrations.

The staff is here to help make your event smooth and enjoyable. From delicious cocktails to thoughtful planning, they’re ready to create a memorable experience for you and your guests.

Choose Waiting On A Friend for your next event and enjoy a great space, friendly service, and a welcoming vibe.

FAQ

Yes, everyone can pay on separate tabs.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At Waiting on a Friend, the following catering options are available:

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

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Waiting on a Friend:

  • Front Banquet hosting 20 guests: $2197
  • Living Room hosting 20 guests: $1749

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

Waiting on a Friend is located at 206 Avenue A, in Alphabet City, New York City, NY.

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