Cafe Wha?
Live Music Venue
#7 of 84 Live Music venues in Lower Manhattan
115 MacDougal Street, New York, NY 10012
–
South Village, New York City, NY
Spaces for hire at Cafe Wha?
Groove
Lounge
·
Private space
120 seats
150 standing
Greenwich Village has had a long history as a music mecca. Artists from far and wide have performed at the tiny clubs which once dotted every single street, however now just a few vestiges of the Village’s past remain. Groove is one that remains, honoring the rich musical tradition of Greenwich Village. Groove has seen many changes since opening b...
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from $75 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Main Floor
Event Space
·
Private space
125 seats
200 standing
The heart of Café Wha?, the Main Floor is where the buzz is at its peak. With a direct line to the stage and space for the crowd to really get moving, this is the best spot if you want to be in the thick of it. The energy here is unmatched — it’s where the whole room comes alive.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from $75 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Bob Dylan
Event Space
·
Private space
18 seats
30 standing
Named after one of the club’s most legendary performers, the Bob Dylan section carries that history in its atmosphere. It’s an intimate space that gives you a real sense of connection to the stage — the kind of place where every lyric, every note, feels personal.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from $75 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
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Pint Section
Event Space
·
Private space
31 seats
50 standing
Tucked off to the side, the Pint Section has a warm pub-like feel that’s perfect for small groups who want to enjoy the show with a bit more elbow room. You’re close enough to feel the energy from the stage, but it’s a spot where you can settle in with food, drinks, and conversation between sets.
Wi-Fi available
Conference call facilities
Projector
Air conditioner
Flipchart
from $75 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago
Enquire now
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Prices and opening hours
Sunday
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Groove
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Main Floor
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Bob Dylan
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Pint Section
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Groove
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Main Floor
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Bob Dylan
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Pint Section
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Thursday
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Groove
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Main Floor
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Bob Dylan
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Pint Section
8:00 pm –
12:30 am
from
$75
per person
Friday
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Groove
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Main Floor
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Bob Dylan
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Pint Section
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Saturday
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Groove
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Main Floor
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Bob Dylan
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Pint Section
8:00 pm –
1:30 am
from
$75
per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month 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 200
standing
Up to 125
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
About Cafe Wha?
It was at the Cafe Wha? that young performers like Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen, Woody Allen, Lenny Bruce, Bill Cosby and Richard Pryor got early chances to hone their talents. Folk singers, artists, poets, beatniks and anarchists came to the club, and so did far greater numbers of tourists, eager to observe those exotic breeds. (The club’s odd name was a shortening of the word “what,” intended to convey incredulity.)
Café Wha? today hosts a vibrant and diverse calendar of music with one guiding principle - that no matter the style or genre, exceptional talent and music always shines the brightest. Whether it be international jazz superstars, homegrown rock bands, or soulful artists with stories to tell, they all can be found performing on stage at Cafe Wha?
What about the Café Wha? House Band? The "Best Damn Band in New York City" rocks the stage Thursday through Sunday covering all the classic hits of motown, rock, pop, funk, hip-hop, soul, Latin, and more, as can only be done in the melting pot that is New York City.
Every night at the Café Wha? is a party. You never know which famous musician will show up and sit in with one of these incredible bands. The New York Times raves, “Power house talent - you'd be hard-pressed to find a more exhilarating evening out." The Café Wha? is a stop you have to make whether you are living or just visiting New York City.
Café Wha? today hosts a vibrant and diverse calendar of music with one guiding principle - that no matter the style or genre, exceptional talent and music always shines the brightest. Whether it be international jazz superstars, homegrown rock bands, or soulful artists with stories to tell, they all can be found performing on stage at Cafe Wha?
What about the Café Wha? House Band? The "Best Damn Band in New York City" rocks the stage Thursday through Sunday covering all the classic hits of motown, rock, pop, funk, hip-hop, soul, Latin, and more, as can only be done in the melting pot that is New York City.
Every night at the Café Wha? is a party. You never know which famous musician will show up and sit in with one of these incredible bands. The New York Times raves, “Power house talent - you'd be hard-pressed to find a more exhilarating evening out." The Café Wha? is a stop you have to make whether you are living or just visiting New York City.
FAQ
At Cafe Wha?, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Bringing your own alcohol is allowed
- Paid parking facilities are available nearby
Cafe Wha? is located at 115 MacDougal Street, in the South Village, New York City, NY district of New York.
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