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Gotham Burger Social Club

Hamburger

4.5
Updated September 2026
Full Buyout

Gotham Burger Social Club transforms your group gathering into an exclusive Lower East Side takeover, where elevated burgers meet the energy of Manhattan's most storied neighborhood. The full buyout gives your party complete reign over this burger haven, creating an intimate yet lively atmosphere where craft cocktails flow as freely as conversation around tables lined with their signature gourmet patties. Your guests will remember not just the perfectly executed burgers, but the rare feeling of having claimed your own corner of NYC for the night.

Location

What groups say

Small groups of 6 to 7 walk in for smash burgers, waiting 10 to 20 minutes for a booth or table.

What works
  • Short waits for parties of 6 to 7 even on busy nights
  • Staff handled separate orders for a party of 7 patiently
  • Food comes out fast and consistent for a table
  • Large sauce selection and well liked sides like onion rings
Watch out for
  • Groups report being rushed out of booths and tables cleared early
  • Staff reassign or hold tables for larger parties, causing conflicts
  • No reservations, so lines at peak meal times
  • Reviewers report no reservations accepted, with groups of 6 to 7 waiting 10 to 20 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights.
  • Ordering is counter style and a la carte; one group of 7 had separate orders taken individually.
  • Seating includes booths, counter seating facing the kitchen, and a window counter.
  • One group of 6 reported spending about 300 dollars total.

Drawn from 23 Google reviews of Gotham Burger Social Club 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.

  • group dinner, party of 7
    Party of 7 from Europe with 2 great burger fans who had heard good things about the place. Claudine D was very patient in taking our separate orders. We dined in. Cuisson was prompt as was the service. The burgers were all really excellent, the fries were good without being special. We can only recommend
  • group dinner, party of 6
    decent but they rushed us out of the booth after 40 minutes when we easily spent 300$ for a 6 person group. time stamps to prove the time! they tried telling us to leave?? then proceeded to try and clear our table and poured out our drinks when they were half full as we were letting friends out of the booth. they made an assumption we were done when in reality we eat fast to begin with. i will NEVER return and will not be recommending.
  • group dinner, party of 6
    This is a solid place to grab a Smashburger. The staff was friendly, which was a nice surprise for New York. It took about ten minutes to seat a group of six on a Saturday night even though it was pretty busy. I got the classic Smashburger with a side of onion rings. The burger was juicy with a good amount of sauce, jalapeños were a nice touch. The onion rings were the standout item for me. They have a big selection of sauces which is a win. The ghost pepper ranch was interesting to try, but the classic house sauce was the one I liked most. A good spot if you are craving a Smashburger downtown.
  • friends dinner, party of 7
    The best!!!!! I love a burger joint with a small menu because you know everything on it they’ll do perfectly. We loved our burgers - no frills, just amazing flavors and quality product. The sides were awesome too, particularly the frickles and onion rings! Loaded tots were mysteriously loaded with burger meat and other goodies. Casual spot with no reservations accepted. We waited 20’ on a Friday night for a group of 7. Love this place!!!!
  • friends dinner
    Delicious burgers. Fries were just ok. Came here on a Friday night with a group of friends - line outside the door. But the line moved quickly, and service was quick and friendly. I will definitely come back.

Good to know

Typical spend
$10 to $20 per person
Serves
Lunch and dinner
Reservations
Walk-in only for regular tables
Groups
Good for groups
Access
Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating
Hours
Monday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Friday11:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Saturday11:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Sunday11:00 AM to 11:00 PM

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

Frequently asked questions

Can Gotham Burger Social Club host a large group?
Gotham Burger Social Club welcomes larger parties for group dining in Lower East Side and is flagged as good for groups by Google reviewers. Contact the restaurant for group reservations and any set menu.
How much does it cost to book a private event at Gotham Burger Social Club?
Guests at Gotham Burger Social Club typically spend $10 to $20 per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room is usually booked on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure, and a full buyout is priced on the restaurant's expected revenue for the night. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Gotham Burger Social Club for the current minimum and deposit terms.
When is Gotham Burger Social Club open?
Gotham Burger Social Club is open Monday to Wednesday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Thursday to Saturday 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, serving lunch and dinner. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.
What kind of restaurant is Gotham Burger Social Club?
Gotham Burger Social Club is a $ Hamburger restaurant in Lower East Side, New York City, rated 4.5 stars across 1,694 Google reviews. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance.
What do guests say about group dining at Gotham Burger Social Club?
Small groups of 6 to 7 walk in for smash burgers, waiting 10 to 20 minutes for a booth or table. Reviewers report no reservations accepted, with groups of 6 to 7 waiting 10 to 20 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights. Ordering is counter style and a la carte; one group of 7 had separate orders taken individually. Seating includes booths, counter seating facing the kitchen, and a window counter. One group of 6 reported spending about 300 dollars total. Reviewers praise: short waits for parties of 6 to 7 even on busy nights; staff handled separate orders for a party of 7 patiently; food comes out fast and consistent for a table; large sauce selection and well liked sides like onion rings. Watch for: groups report being rushed out of booths and tables cleared early; staff reassign or hold tables for larger parties, causing conflicts; no reservations, so lines at peak meal times. Based on 23 Google reviews of Gotham Burger Social Club that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.
Can you buy out Gotham Burger Social Club for a private event?
Yes. Gotham Burger Social Club can be reserved as a full buyout, meaning your event takes over the entire venue with no other guests. Regular service runs Monday to Wednesday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Thursday to Saturday 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, so a buyout on a busy night carries the highest minimum.

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