
Le Veau d'Or
French
Step into Le Veau d'Or's intimate upstairs private dining room and you'll feel like you've been transported to a Parisian bistro where time stands still—red banquettes, vintage mirrors, and the kind of old-world charm that makes every celebration feel like a scene from a French film. The classic French menu delivers all the dishes you dream about, from perfect coq au vin to buttery escargot, served with the kind of attentive service that lets your group linger over wine and conversation late into the evening. This Midtown East gem has been hosting memorable dinners since 1937, and your group will become part of its storied history the moment you settle in.
Group Dining Details
Private dining room upstairs; options starting at $300/guest with $7,500 minimum spend; classic French dishes; 129 E 60th St
From guest reviews: One reviewer used the upstairs private dining room and rated the room and menu among the best in NYC. Read what groups say
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What groups say
One reviewer used the upstairs private dining room and rated the room and menu among the best in NYC.
- Private dining room and menu called among the best in NYC
- Warm, attentive service noted repeatedly
- Prix fixe format is generous and easy to order
- Dining room gets shouting-level loud later in the evening
- Reports of unpriced add-ons and no itemized bill
- Reservations are hard to get with only about 15 tables
- Only 1 review describes the private dining experience, praising both the room and the menu.
- Other reviewers report small tables of 2 to 4, mostly birthdays and special occasions.
- The main dining room runs a prix fixe around $125 per person with appetizer, main, salad and dessert.
Drawn from 17 Google reviews of Le Veau d'Or 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.
- private room dinner
About as good a private dining experience as I’ve had in NYC. Great room and menu
Good to know
Storied circa-1937 cafe known for French classics, timeless decor & a Parisian feel.
- Typical spend
- $100+ per person
- Serves
- Lunch and dinner
- Reservations
- Takes reservations
- Access
- No wheelchair accessible entrance listed
| Monday | 5:00 to 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 to 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Le Veau d'Or have a private dining room?
- Yes. Le Veau d'Or offers a private dining room for groups in Midtown East. Private dining room upstairs; options starting at $300/guest with $7,500 minimum spend; classic French dishes; 129 E 60th St.
- How much does it cost to book a private event at Le Veau d'Or?
- Guests at Le Veau d'Or typically spend $100+ 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 Le Veau d'Or for the current minimum and deposit terms.
- When is Le Veau d'Or open?
- Le Veau d'Or is open Monday 5:00 to 10:00 PM, Tuesday to Friday 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM, Saturday 5:00 to 10:00 PM, and closed Sunday, serving lunch and dinner. 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 Le Veau d'Or?
- Le Veau d'Or is a $$$$ French restaurant in Midtown East, New York City, rated 4.5 stars across 348 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Storied circa-1937 cafe known for French classics, timeless decor & a Parisian feel.
- What do guests say about group dining at Le Veau d'Or?
- One reviewer used the upstairs private dining room and rated the room and menu among the best in NYC. Only 1 review describes the private dining experience, praising both the room and the menu. Other reviewers report small tables of 2 to 4, mostly birthdays and special occasions. The main dining room runs a prix fixe around $125 per person with appetizer, main, salad and dessert. Reviewers praise: private dining room and menu called among the best in nyc; warm, attentive service noted repeatedly; prix fixe format is generous and easy to order. Watch for: dining room gets shouting-level loud later in the evening; reports of unpriced add-ons and no itemized bill; reservations are hard to get with only about 15 tables. Based on 17 Google reviews of Le Veau d'Or that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.
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