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  "slug": "cafe-boulud",
  "name": "Cafe Boulud",
  "url": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/cafe-boulud",
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  "cuisine": "French",
  "neighborhood": "Upper East Side",
  "neighborhoodPage": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/upper-east-side",
  "spaceTypes": [
    "Private Room"
  ],
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  ],
  "capacityDetails": "Multiple private rooms; at Maison Barnes",
  "description": "Chef Daniel Boulud's sophisticated Upper East Side gem transforms group celebrations into intimate French affairs within the elegant private rooms at Maison Barnes, where seasonal menus showcase both classical technique and contemporary flair. The refined atmosphere strikes that rare balance between formal enough for important occasions yet warm enough for friends to linger over wine and conversation. Whether you're savoring the restaurant's signature dishes or exploring specially crafted group menus, each gathering becomes a memorable culinary journey through France's finest traditions.",
  "priceRange": "$$$$",
  "typicalSpendPerPerson": {
    "min": 100,
    "max": null,
    "currency": "USD"
  },
  "rating": 4.5,
  "reviewCount": 995,
  "address": "100 E 63rd St, New York, NY 10065, USA",
  "phone": "(212) 772-2600",
  "website": "https://cafeboulud.com",
  "email": null,
  "coordinates": {
    "lat": 40.7650665,
    "lng": -73.9676538
  },
  "hours": [
    "Monday: 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Tuesday: 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Wednesday: 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Thursday: 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Friday: 5:00 to 9:30 PM",
    "Saturday: 5:00 to 9:30 PM",
    "Sunday: Closed"
  ],
  "amenities": {
    "reservable": true,
    "goodForGroups": true,
    "outdoorSeating": false,
    "servesBrunch": false,
    "servesLunch": false,
    "servesDinner": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleEntrance": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleSeating": true
  },
  "businessStatus": "OPERATIONAL",
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    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/cafe-boulud-3.jpg",
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  "groupDining": {
    "summary": "Groups book the Vaisselier and wine rooms for showers, milestone celebrations and receptions, with canapes, dinner and wine pairings.",
    "notes": [
      "The private Vaisselier dining room sits behind a bookcase; there is also a separate private wine room used for lunches.",
      "One reviewer hosted a 90 person VIP experience and cocktail reception at the venue.",
      "Event coordinators and an events director are named as handling planning, requests and flexibility ahead of events.",
      "Private event menus described include selected canapes, a plated dinner and wine pairings served by a dedicated server."
    ],
    "pros": [
      "Responsive, flexible event coordinators handling custom requests",
      "Private rooms praised as stunning and memorable settings",
      "Canapes, duck and wine pairings singled out by event guests",
      "Attentive service, with chef and staff visiting tables"
    ],
    "cons": [
      "Music from private room parties can carry into the main dining room",
      "Repeated complaints about portion consistency and overpriced dishes",
      "Service pacing can lag; slow courses and drinks noted"
    ],
    "occasions": [
      "birthday celebrations",
      "private events",
      "bridal shower",
      "cocktail reception",
      "anniversary dinner"
    ],
    "reviewsConsidered": 44,
    "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
}