If you haven’t already, now is the time to make your holiday party plans! Keep it simple by taking advantage of everything the Grand Central neighborhood has to offer for hosting an event.
To help get you started, check out this selection of neighborhood businesses, venues, caterers and other resources that will make your holiday planning a breeze! Keep checking back as we’ll be updating these listings frequently as the holidays approach.
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Ariston Floral Boutique (425 Lexington Avenue, on 44th between Lexington and Third Avenues – 212-867-8880) is a great resource for all your holiday decorating and party needs. Ariston’s talented floral designers can arrange gifts and gourmet baskets and/or decorate your office, building lobby or other event venue for the holiday season.
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Beer Table Pantry (Grand Central Terminal, Graybar Passage – 212-922-0008) can arrange for special orders and deliveries in Midtown Manhattan for larger quantities of beer and for special events. Call them at 212-922-0008 and they’ll bring the party to you!
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Benjamin Steakhouse (52 East 41st Street, between Madison and Park Avenues – 212-297-9177) is a beautiful location for any private event. During the holiday season, its lofty space is wonderfully warm and festive, especially with their giant fireplace going and the room fully decorated, including a Christmas tree overlooking the Main Dining Room.
For more information about the venue and to book a date, call 212-297-9177.
Also in the neighborhood, Benjamin Steakhouse Group’s The Sea Fire Grill (158 East 48th Street between Lexington and Third Avenues – 212-935-3785) is a great place to host your party as well.
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BR Guest Hospitality‘s restaurants, including Atlantic Grill, Bill’s Bar & Burger, Blue Fin, Blue Water Grill, Dos Caminos, Isabella’s, Ocean Grill, Ruby Foo’s, Strip House and Wildwood Barbeque, fit the bill for any party.
To find out more about BR Guest’s private dining rooms, customizable menus, décor and entertainment options, contact its Special Events Department (212-331-0328 or events@brguestinc.com).
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Butterfield8 (5 East 38th Street, between Madison and Fifth Avenues – 212-679-0646) has a private party room that can accommodate large groups for a sit-down dinner, cocktail reception or business meeting. They also accommodate smaller groups for Happy Hour.
Call 212-679-0646 or email info@butterfield8nyc.com for more information.
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Café Metro (Multiple GCP Neighborhood locations including 370 Lexington, at 41st Street – 212-867-1090) wants to plan your holiday event. They can coordinate all facets of it, handled individually by an individually assigned Event Manager from their staff. For more information, call their catering and events office at 212-268-1746, or visit their catering website here.
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Charlie Palmer’s Michelin-starred Aureole (One Bryant Park, 135 West 42nd Street at Sixth Avenue – 212-319-1660) can handle all the preparations for a wonderful holiday dinner party or cocktail reception. With a beautiful private dining room that can seat 60 or stand 150 and exquisite menu options available from their talented chef, your event will be the season’s most memorable and enjoyable.
To inquire about holiday event packages, contact their catering specialist, Yulia Florinskaya at 646-392-9172 x 20 or email: yflorinskaya@charliepalmer.com
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Mark Grossich’s Hospitality Holdings (The Campbell Apartment, The Empire Room, Bookmarks and Madison & Vine at The Library Hotel, The World Bar, and The Carnegie Club) owns and operates some of the most unique and elegant venues available for private parties in New York. To inquire about hosting an event, call 212-980-9476 or email info@hospitalityholdings.com.
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With spaces that accommodate ten to several hundred guests, Inside Park at St. Bart’s (325 Park Avenue, at 50th Street – 212-593-3333) offers individuals, and special event and meeting planners, a wide range of space and catering options for any occasion – all in the architectural splendor of St. Bartholomew’s.
For more information and to book your event, contact the catering manager at 212-593-3333 ext. 202 or catering@InsideParkNYC.com.
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Murray’s Cheese (Grand Central Market, 43rd Street & Lexington Avenue – 212-922-1540) has everything from beer and cheddar to caviar and champagne, to ooey, gooey cheese fondue for planning the perfectly cheesy event for your office party or holiday fete.
For more information, click here, or email catering@murrayscheese.com, or call 212-243-3289 ext. 40.
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New York Central (In the Grand Hyatt New York, 109 East 42nd Street at Grand Central Terminal– 646-213-6865) offers a unique set-up to make your holiday event a true standout. While their chefs can craft a menu specifically to please any palate, put together a tasting, and fulfill any other special request without batting an eye, the truly unique aspect of a private event at New York Central is their Wine Gallery which is a great space to hold a reception before a holiday dinner in the restaurant.
To plan your private holiday event, contact privateparty@nycentralrestaurant.com.
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O’Casey’s (22 East 41st Street, between Madison and Fifth Avenues – 212-685-6807) is taking bookings for holiday parties in its three festive private rooms with full bars. Book your party today!
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The Palm and The Palm Too (The Palm – 837 Second Avenue – 212-687-2953 and The Palm Too – 840 Second Avenue – 212-697-5198, both between 44th and 45th Streets) offer delicious food, attentive staff and a great “New York steakhouse” atmosphere for your special event. Request your party date by clicking here.
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Patina Restaurant Group – operator of an international string of critically acclaimed restaurants including Café Centro, Naples 45, La Fonda del Sol, Cucina & Co. and Beer Bar (all in the MetLife Building) – has a special event space – Vanderbilt Suites (East 44th Street and Vanderbilt Avenue – 646-465-5150) – as well as a catering division for your in-office party, or several restaurants from their roster at which to host your event!
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Pera Mediterranean Brasserie (303 Madison Avenue, at 41st Street – 212-878-6301) offers a complete suite of options when it comes to private parties and events. They’ll gladly host you in a beautifully-appointed private dining room or bring the delicious tastes of the Eastern Mediterranean to your party, whichever you feel is best-suited to your needs.
Learn more about having Pera host or cater your holiday party or private event.
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Public House (140 East 41st Street, between Lexington and Third Avenues – 212-682-3710) has private and semi-private rooms that are perfect for intimate dinners with friends, special occasions and holidays, corporate meetings and staff parties!
Reserve your spot now by calling 212-682-3710 or emailing lcesaro@publichouseusa.com.
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With its contemporary setting, seasonal menu and handcrafted cocktails, The LCL: Bar & Kitchen (212 East 42nd Street, Inside The Westin New York Grand Central – (212) 490-8900) is the perfect place to host your holiday party this year. Learn more about the space and book your event today by calling 212-405-4399.
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The Roosevelt Hotel (45 East 46th Street, between Madison and Vanderbilt Avenues – 212-661-9600) has two special offers for those booking a holiday party before November 26. Choose 2 of the following three special offers: 5% off your final bill, a complimentary cocktail served to all guests and/or a complimentary ice sculpture of your company’s logo. Get all the information on the offer and take advantage of the deal, here!
For a complete list of The Roosevelt’s event venues, visit www.theroosevelthotel.com or call 212.661.9600 for more information.
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The Wheeltapper Pub (141 East 44th Street between Lexington and Third Avenues, in the Fitzpatrick Grand Central Hotel – 212-351-6800) and its all-season Patio (covered and heated in winter, it truly is all-season!) is the perfect spot to host a truly warm (there’s fireplaces!) and unique holiday party. Check out their Holiday Menu, and call Danielle Bouros at 212-784-2637 or email her at dbouros@fitzpatrickhotels.com to book your party today.