# Amali

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- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Neighborhood: Midtown East (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/midtown-east)
- Space: Private Room
- Capacity: Three private spaces; Greek/Italian/French/Spanish-influenced; 400-selection wine list
- Price range: $$$
- Google rating: 4.3 (592 reviews)
- Address: 115 E 60th St, New York, NY 10022, USA
- Phone: (212) 339-8363
- Website: https://amalinyc.com
- Hours: Monday 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:30 PM, Tuesday to Friday 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:30 PM, Saturday 12:00 to 10:30 PM, and Sunday 12:00 to 9:30 PM
- Reservations: Takes reservations
- Good for groups: Yes
- Outdoor seating: Yes
- Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance
- Data updated: 2026-09-20

Amali's three intimate private spaces transform group dining into a Mediterranean journey, where the warmth of Greek hospitality meets the sophistication of Italian, French, and Spanish influences in dishes that spark conversation around every shared plate. The restaurant's impressive 400-bottle wine collection ensures your sommelier can craft pairings that elevate everything from the olive oil-kissed appetizers to the herb-crusted mains, while the Midtown East location keeps you steps away from the city's energy without sacrificing the cozy, taverna-like atmosphere that makes lingering over dessert feel inevitable.

## Group dining, from guest reviews

Groups of 12 to 35 book the Sopra, Fireplace and Skylight rooms for weddings, rehearsal dinners and corporate events.

- Named spaces include the upstairs Sopra room, the Fireplace room and a Skylight room, which are combined for larger weddings.
- Reported party sizes run from 10 to 35 guests, with curated or set menus arranged in advance with the events manager.
- One rehearsal dinner reported 5,500 dollars total for 20 people; reviewers mention an 18 percent administrative fee and one cites a 25 percent service fee.
- Several reviewers describe contracted early access for setup being disputed on arrival, so confirm setup time in writing.

What works: Private rooms praised as elegant, intimate and well suited to events; Food and portions drew consistent praise from wedding and dinner guests; Attentive service during events: drinks refilled, plates cleared quickly; Flexible menus including vegan, vegetarian and seafood options.

Watch out for: Repeated complaints about event billing, upselling and unrequested bottles; Setup access often not honored despite contract terms; Non-buyout bookings can hear noise from neighboring rooms and kitchen.

Distilled from 39 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20.

## Questions

**Does Amali have a private dining room?**

Yes. Amali offers a private dining room for groups in Midtown East. Three private spaces; Greek/Italian/French/Spanish-influenced; 400-selection wine list.

**How much does it cost to book a private event at Amali?**

Amali sits in the $$$ price bracket for Midtown East. 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 Amali for the current minimum and deposit terms.

**When is Amali open?**

Amali is open Monday 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 9:30 PM, Tuesday to Friday 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:30 PM, Saturday 12:00 to 10:30 PM, and Sunday 12:00 to 9:30 PM, serving brunch, 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 Amali?**

Amali is a $$$ Mediterranean restaurant in Midtown East, New York City, rated 4.3 stars across 592 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Seasonal Mediterranean fare that's locally sourced served in a sleek space near Bloomie's. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance.

**What do guests say about group dining at Amali?**

Groups of 12 to 35 book the Sopra, Fireplace and Skylight rooms for weddings, rehearsal dinners and corporate events. Named spaces include the upstairs Sopra room, the Fireplace room and a Skylight room, which are combined for larger weddings. Reported party sizes run from 10 to 35 guests, with curated or set menus arranged in advance with the events manager. One rehearsal dinner reported 5,500 dollars total for 20 people; reviewers mention an 18 percent administrative fee and one cites a 25 percent service fee. Several reviewers describe contracted early access for setup being disputed on arrival, so confirm setup time in writing. Reviewers praise: private rooms praised as elegant, intimate and well suited to events; food and portions drew consistent praise from wedding and dinner guests; attentive service during events: drinks refilled, plates cleared quickly; flexible menus including vegan, vegetarian and seafood options. Watch for: repeated complaints about event billing, upselling and unrequested bottles; setup access often not honored despite contract terms; non-buyout bookings can hear noise from neighboring rooms and kitchen. Based on 39 Google reviews of Amali that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.
