# Dolly Varden Page: https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/dolly-varden JSON: https://privatedinnerlist.com/venues/dolly-varden.json - Cuisine: Cocktail Bar/American - Neighborhood: Midtown West (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/midtown-west) - Space: Private Room - Capacity: Private event spaces in Gilded Age/Jazz Age setting - Price range: $$ - Typical spend: $20 to $60 per person - Google rating: 4.5 (1,135 reviews) - Address: 302 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019, USA - Phone: (212) 541-7080 - Website: https://dollyvarden.com - Hours: Monday to Thursday 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Friday 12:00 PM to 2:00 AM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 1:00 AM - Reservations: Takes reservations - Good for groups: Yes - Outdoor seating: Yes - Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance - Data updated: 2026-09-20 Dolly Varden transforms your group gathering into a glamorous time capsule, where Art Deco details and vintage chandeliers create an intimate speakeasy atmosphere that makes every toast feel like a celebration. The private spaces here capture the indulgent spirit of the Jazz Age while serving expertly crafted cocktails and elevated American fare that encourages lingering conversations and spontaneous laughter. Your guests will feel like they've discovered a hidden gem in the heart of Midtown West, complete with the kind of old-world charm that turns ordinary dinners into memorable occasions. ## Group dining, from guest reviews Groups of 9 to 40 book the upstairs Peacock Room or private corners for birthdays, brunches and corporate happy hours. - The upstairs Peacock Room and second floor alcoves are used for private parties; one group of 24 reported space to move around and 2 nearby restrooms. - Reported group sizes range from 8 to 40 plus, including a family of 6 at a private Thanksgiving meal. - Formats include platters for events, a Brunch and Bubbles option with entree plus 60 minutes of unlimited mimosas, and a la carte small plates. - One group of 8 spent about $50 per person before tip; planners describe email contracts and managers handling details. What works: Managers responsive and hands-on during planning; Private upstairs rooms and corners for large parties; Servers keep drinks flowing for big groups; Groups not rushed; reasonable prices for Midtown. Watch out for: Loud DJ and music; staff slow to lower volume; Reservation and order mix-ups reported at brunch; One New Year's group cited bar and fee disputes. Distilled from 70 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20. ## Questions **Does Dolly Varden have a private dining room?** Yes. Dolly Varden offers a private dining room for groups in Midtown West. Private event spaces in Gilded Age/Jazz Age setting. **How much does it cost to book a private event at Dolly Varden?** Guests at Dolly Varden typically spend $20 to $60 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 Dolly Varden for the current minimum and deposit terms. **When is Dolly Varden open?** Dolly Varden is open Monday to Thursday 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Friday 12:00 PM to 2:00 AM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 1:00 AM, 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 Dolly Varden?** Dolly Varden is a $$ Cocktail Bar/American restaurant in Midtown West, New York City, rated 4.5 stars across 1,135 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Stylish eatery serving elevated food & high-concept cocktails, plus seating in a train car replica. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance. **What do guests say about group dining at Dolly Varden?** Groups of 9 to 40 book the upstairs Peacock Room or private corners for birthdays, brunches and corporate happy hours. The upstairs Peacock Room and second floor alcoves are used for private parties; one group of 24 reported space to move around and 2 nearby restrooms. Reported group sizes range from 8 to 40 plus, including a family of 6 at a private Thanksgiving meal. Formats include platters for events, a Brunch and Bubbles option with entree plus 60 minutes of unlimited mimosas, and a la carte small plates. One group of 8 spent about $50 per person before tip; planners describe email contracts and managers handling details. Reviewers praise: managers responsive and hands-on during planning; private upstairs rooms and corners for large parties; servers keep drinks flowing for big groups; groups not rushed; reasonable prices for midtown. Watch for: loud dj and music; staff slow to lower volume; reservation and order mix-ups reported at brunch; one new year's group cited bar and fee disputes. Based on 70 Google reviews of Dolly Varden that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.