# Au Cheval

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- Cuisine: New American
- Neighborhood: Tribeca (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/tribeca)
- Space: Private Room
- Capacity: Full dining room for up to 100 seated / 125 reception; downstairs bar for intimate private events; main dining table for 8-10
- Price range: $$$
- Typical spend: $40 to $100 per person
- Google rating: 4.7 (7,074 reviews)
- Address: 33 Cortlandt Alley, New York, NY 10013, USA
- Phone: 646-350-2429
- Website: https://auchevaldiner.com/nyc/private-events
- Hours: Monday and Tuesday 5:00 to 10:30 PM, Wednesday and Thursday 12:00 to 10:30 PM, Friday 12:00 to 11:30 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 11:30 PM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:30 PM
- Reservations: Takes reservations
- Good for groups: Yes
- Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance
- Data updated: 2026-09-20

Au Cheval's Tribeca outpost transforms group dining into an elevated yet unpretentious affair, where their legendary bone marrow and perfectly charred burgers take center stage in a moody, candlelit setting that feels both intimate and celebratory. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering around their communal main dining table or taking over the entire space for a larger celebration, the restaurant's commitment to exceptional ingredients and bold flavors creates those memorable moments that have your guests talking long after the last bite. The downstairs bar adds an extra layer of sophistication for cocktail receptions, making it easy to craft an evening that flows seamlessly from drinks to an unforgettable dinner.

## Group dining, from guest reviews

Groups of 6 or more book the busy main dining room for birthdays and work dinners, ordering a la carte and sharing.

- The restaurant sits down Cortlandt Alley with one large, packed main dining room plus counter and bar seating.
- Reviewers report parties of 6 and 7 plus unspecified larger groups; the maitre'd handled one large Saturday booking by email and phone.
- Ordering is a la carte with large, shareable portions; no set menu is mentioned in reviews.
- Reservations carry a roughly $2 to $2.50 per person booking fee, and several reviewers note time limits on tables.

What works: Staff accommodated late arrivals and shifted tables for groups; Maitre'd responsive by email and phone for large bookings; Shareable, generous portions that suit a table ordering together; Birthday desserts and candles sent out without being asked.

Watch out for: Very loud dining room makes conversation across a table hard; One large group waited about 90 minutes after a lost order; Reported time limits on tables and a per person reservation fee.

Distilled from 70 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20.

## Questions

**Does Au Cheval have a private dining room?**

Yes. Au Cheval offers a private dining room for groups in Tribeca. Full dining room for up to 100 seated / 125 reception; downstairs bar for intimate private events; main dining table for 8-10.

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

Guests at Au Cheval typically spend $40 to $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 Au Cheval for the current minimum and deposit terms.

**When is Au Cheval open?**

Au Cheval is open Monday and Tuesday 5:00 to 10:30 PM, Wednesday and Thursday 12:00 to 10:30 PM, Friday 12:00 to 11:30 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 11:30 PM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:30 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 Au Cheval?**

Au Cheval is a $$$ New American restaurant in Tribeca, New York City, rated 4.7 stars across 7,074 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Restaurant featuring leather booths and a zinc bar, serving creative American fare. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance.

**What do guests say about group dining at Au Cheval?**

Groups of 6 or more book the busy main dining room for birthdays and work dinners, ordering a la carte and sharing. The restaurant sits down Cortlandt Alley with one large, packed main dining room plus counter and bar seating. Reviewers report parties of 6 and 7 plus unspecified larger groups; the maitre'd handled one large Saturday booking by email and phone. Ordering is a la carte with large, shareable portions; no set menu is mentioned in reviews. Reservations carry a roughly $2 to $2.50 per person booking fee, and several reviewers note time limits on tables. Reviewers praise: staff accommodated late arrivals and shifted tables for groups; maitre'd responsive by email and phone for large bookings; shareable, generous portions that suit a table ordering together; birthday desserts and candles sent out without being asked. Watch for: very loud dining room makes conversation across a table hard; one large group waited about 90 minutes after a lost order; reported time limits on tables and a per person reservation fee. Based on 70 Google reviews of Au Cheval that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.
