# Dirty French Page: https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/dirty-french JSON: https://privatedinnerlist.com/venues/dirty-french.json - Cuisine: French - Neighborhood: Lower East Side (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/lower-east-side) - Space: Private Room - Capacity: 50 guests; 900 sq ft; private entrance, copper ceilings, built-in bar; at Ludlow Hotel - Price range: $$$$ - Typical spend: $100+ per person - Google rating: 4.4 (971 reviews) - Address: 180 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002, USA - Phone: (212) 254-3000 - Website: https://dirtyfrench.com - Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and Sunday 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM - Reservations: Takes reservations - Good for groups: Yes - Outdoor seating: Yes - Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance - Data updated: 2026-09-20 Dirty French's sumptuous private dining room feels like stepping into a jewel box, where gleaming copper ceilings and an elegant built-in bar create an intimate cocoon for your group away from the bustling Lower East Side streets below. The 900-square-foot space at the Ludlow Hotel transforms any gathering into something memorable, whether you're celebrating with rich duck confit and natural wines or plotting your next adventure over late-night cocktails. With its own private entrance, your party of up to 50 can slip in and out like sophisticated conspirators, making the night feel deliciously exclusive. ## Group dining, from guest reviews Groups book the second floor private room, the garden or the main dining room for weddings, private parties, birthdays and team meals. - Reviewers describe a second floor private dining room, an enclosed garden space at the Ludlow Hotel, and a lounge area. - Reported group sizes range from 7 to 20 or more guests, with weddings and corporate breakfasts also hosted. - Private events used a 3 course family style menu; large parties in the main room were required to take a prix fixe served family style. - An event coordinator handled planning and communication; multiple events can run at the venue on the same night. What works: Event coordinator responsive and flexible with setup changes; Attentive, professional service even with large parties; Family style prix fixe covers oysters, steak, salmon, desserts; Private room, garden and lounge give several space options. Watch out for: Main room runs loud and dark for conversation; Group prix fixe quality described as hit or miss; Bill errors reported; guests advise checking the check. Distilled from 50 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20. ## Questions **Does Dirty French have a private dining room?** Yes. Dirty French offers a private dining room for groups in Lower East Side. 50 guests; 900 sq ft; private entrance, copper ceilings, built-in bar; at Ludlow Hotel. **How much does it cost to book a private event at Dirty French?** Guests at Dirty French 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 Dirty French for the current minimum and deposit terms. **When is Dirty French open?** Dirty French is open Monday to Thursday 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and Sunday 7:00 AM to 10:00 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 Dirty French?** Dirty French is a $$$$ French restaurant in Lower East Side, New York City, rated 4.4 stars across 971 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Classic French bistro fare with flair in a cool brasserielike space with chandeliers & banquettes. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance. **What do guests say about group dining at Dirty French?** Groups book the second floor private room, the garden or the main dining room for weddings, private parties, birthdays and team meals. Reviewers describe a second floor private dining room, an enclosed garden space at the Ludlow Hotel, and a lounge area. Reported group sizes range from 7 to 20 or more guests, with weddings and corporate breakfasts also hosted. Private events used a 3 course family style menu; large parties in the main room were required to take a prix fixe served family style. An event coordinator handled planning and communication; multiple events can run at the venue on the same night. Reviewers praise: event coordinator responsive and flexible with setup changes; attentive, professional service even with large parties; family style prix fixe covers oysters, steak, salmon, desserts; private room, garden and lounge give several space options. Watch for: main room runs loud and dark for conversation; group prix fixe quality described as hit or miss; bill errors reported; guests advise checking the check. Based on 50 Google reviews of Dirty French that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.