Bar Bonobo

What groups say

Groups book the back private room for work events, holiday parties, birthdays and launch parties with open bar and passed food.

• The back room is a separate private space used for company events, birthdays and book launch parties.
• One work event booked through a marketing contact who answered questions ahead and had the room prepped an hour early.
• That event included 3 food options plus an open bar, and the host brought signage, custom napkins and menus.
• A dedicated bartender staffed the private room during a company holiday party.

Drawn from 13 Google reviews of Bar Bonobo that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

• corporate event

  We reserved their back room for a work event and the entire experience was excellent. I communicated with Bar Bonobo's marketing contact and she was so helpful answering all my questions ahead of the event. The bar allowed us to bring personalized touches to include at our event including a welcome sign, custom cocktail napkins and custom menu's which helped add branding to our event. When I arrived an hour ahead of the event to set up, the back space was already prepped and ready to go by the Bar Bonobo team! The entire staff was so warm, helpful and friendly throughout the entire event which made the attendee experience exceptional. We choose three different food options to serve guests and had an open bar with cocktails (everyone was raving about how awesome the drinks and food were). I can't recommend Bar Bonobo enough and I will definitely be back!

• company holiday party

  5 stars all around. Went here for a holiday party for my company today 12/11. The bar had a private area for our company. Beautiful set up! A special shout out to the bar tender in the private room! Great customer service and very friendly. He went above and beyond! Literally created a drink for me! Only thing is I didnt get his name :\ Highly recommend this place!

• 30th birthday party

  I hosted my 30th birthday at Bar Bonobo last night and had the absolute best time. Emma and the team were so attentive and kind. The space is absolutely lovely. Very fun atmosphere, excellent music, incredible cocktails. Highly recommend for your next event or just a night out. 11/10 on everything.

• book launch party

  A phenomenally cool place with a posh area in back for private events. I was happy to support a book launch party this evening.

• birthday celebration

  Came from out of state to celebrate my cousins birthday and we stumbled upon this place at night. Vibes? Immaculate. Atmosphere? Immaculate. Service? Extraordinary. Penne pasta while having drinks? Revolutionary. Please, this bar deserves more recognition. Also we had a rather large party but the workers were so kind

Good to know

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Does Bar Bonobo have a private dining room?

Yes. Bar Bonobo offers a private dining room for groups in Chelsea. Contact the restaurant for capacity and availability.

How much does it cost to book a private event at Bar Bonobo?

Guests at Bar Bonobo typically spend $20 to $80 per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Bar Bonobo for the current minimum and deposit terms.

When is Bar Bonobo open?

Bar Bonobo is open Monday to Friday 3:00 PM to 4:00 AM, and Saturday and Sunday 12:00 PM to 4:00 AM. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

What kind of restaurant is Bar Bonobo?

Bar Bonobo is a $$ Cocktail Bar restaurant in Chelsea, New York City, rated 4.3 stars across 245 Google reviews. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance.

What do guests say about group dining at Bar Bonobo?

Groups book the back private room for work events, holiday parties, birthdays and launch parties with open bar and passed food. The back room is a separate private space used for company events, birthdays and book launch parties. One work event booked through a marketing contact who answered questions ahead and had the room prepped an hour early. That event included 3 food options plus an open bar, and the host brought signage, custom napkins and menus. A dedicated bartender staffed the private room during a company holiday party. Reviewers praise: responsive event contact and easy planning ahead of time; private back room set up and ready before arrival; personalized branding, signage and custom menus allowed; dedicated bartender and attentive staff for group events. Watch for: walk-in seating is first come first served and can feel disorganized; reports of long waits for service on busy nights; some complaints about inconsistent pre-batched cocktails. Based on 13 Google reviews of Bar Bonobo that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.

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