# Gotham Burger Social Club Page: https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/gotham-burger-social-club JSON: https://privatedinnerlist.com/venues/gotham-burger-social-club.json - Cuisine: Hamburger - Neighborhood: Lower East Side (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/lower-east-side) - Space: Full Buyout - Price range: $ - Typical spend: $10 to $20 per person - Google rating: 4.5 (1,694 reviews) - Address: 131 Essex St, New York, NY 10002, USA - Website: http://gbsc.nyc/ - Hours: Monday to Wednesday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Thursday to Saturday 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM - Reservations: No reservations - Good for groups: Yes - Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance - Data updated: 2026-09-20 Gotham Burger Social Club transforms your group gathering into an exclusive Lower East Side takeover, where elevated burgers meet the energy of Manhattan's most storied neighborhood. The full buyout gives your party complete reign over this burger haven, creating an intimate yet lively atmosphere where craft cocktails flow as freely as conversation around tables lined with their signature gourmet patties. Your guests will remember not just the perfectly executed burgers, but the rare feeling of having claimed your own corner of NYC for the night. ## Group dining, from guest reviews Small groups of 6 to 7 walk in for smash burgers, waiting 10 to 20 minutes for a booth or table. - Reviewers report no reservations accepted, with groups of 6 to 7 waiting 10 to 20 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights. - Ordering is counter style and a la carte; one group of 7 had separate orders taken individually. - Seating includes booths, counter seating facing the kitchen, and a window counter. - One group of 6 reported spending about 300 dollars total. What works: Short waits for parties of 6 to 7 even on busy nights; Staff handled separate orders for a party of 7 patiently; Food comes out fast and consistent for a table; Large sauce selection and well liked sides like onion rings. Watch out for: Groups report being rushed out of booths and tables cleared early; Staff reassign or hold tables for larger parties, causing conflicts; No reservations, so lines at peak meal times. Distilled from 23 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20. ## Questions **Can Gotham Burger Social Club host a large group?** Gotham Burger Social Club welcomes larger parties for group dining in Lower East Side and is flagged as good for groups by Google reviewers. Contact the restaurant for group reservations and any set menu. **How much does it cost to book a private event at Gotham Burger Social Club?** Guests at Gotham Burger Social Club typically spend $10 to $20 per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room is usually booked on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure, and a full buyout is priced on the restaurant's expected revenue for the night. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Gotham Burger Social Club for the current minimum and deposit terms. **When is Gotham Burger Social Club open?** Gotham Burger Social Club is open Monday to Wednesday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Thursday to Saturday 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, serving lunch and dinner. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire. **What kind of restaurant is Gotham Burger Social Club?** Gotham Burger Social Club is a $ Hamburger restaurant in Lower East Side, New York City, rated 4.5 stars across 1,694 Google reviews. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance. **What do guests say about group dining at Gotham Burger Social Club?** Small groups of 6 to 7 walk in for smash burgers, waiting 10 to 20 minutes for a booth or table. Reviewers report no reservations accepted, with groups of 6 to 7 waiting 10 to 20 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights. Ordering is counter style and a la carte; one group of 7 had separate orders taken individually. Seating includes booths, counter seating facing the kitchen, and a window counter. One group of 6 reported spending about 300 dollars total. Reviewers praise: short waits for parties of 6 to 7 even on busy nights; staff handled separate orders for a party of 7 patiently; food comes out fast and consistent for a table; large sauce selection and well liked sides like onion rings. Watch for: groups report being rushed out of booths and tables cleared early; staff reassign or hold tables for larger parties, causing conflicts; no reservations, so lines at peak meal times. Based on 23 Google reviews of Gotham Burger Social Club that mention a group, a private room or a celebration. **Can you buy out Gotham Burger Social Club for a private event?** Yes. Gotham Burger Social Club can be reserved as a full buyout, meaning your event takes over the entire venue with no other guests. Regular service runs Monday to Wednesday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Thursday to Saturday 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, so a buyout on a busy night carries the highest minimum.