# Gramercy Tavern

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- Cuisine: New American
- Neighborhood: East Village (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/east-village)
- Space: Private Room
- Capacity: PDR seats 20-22; The Vault for events; antique decor
- Price range: $$$$
- Typical spend: $100+ per person
- Google rating: 4.6 (5,026 reviews)
- Address: 42 E 20th St, New York, NY 10003, USA
- Phone: (212) 477-0777
- Website: https://gramercytavern.com
- Hours: daily from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM
- Reservations: Takes reservations
- Good for groups: Yes
- Outdoor seating: Yes
- Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance
- Data updated: 2026-09-20

Gramercy Tavern's private dining room wraps your group of 20-22 in the same warm hospitality that has made this East Village institution beloved for decades, complete with antique touches that feel like dining in a sophisticated friend's home. The restaurant's acclaimed New American cuisine takes center stage whether you choose the intimate private dining room or book The Vault for larger celebrations, where Danny Meyer's legendary attention to detail ensures every course flows seamlessly. Your guests will leave talking about both the expertly crafted seasonal menu and the genuinely gracious service that makes even the most important business dinner feel effortlessly convivial.

## Group dining, from guest reviews

Groups book the private dining room for weddings and birthdays, or take Tavern tables for team lunches and celebrations.

- The private dining room is described as spacious with antique furniture, vegetable-themed wall decor and a beamed ceiling.
- One couple held their wedding and reception in the private dining room, planning it with an in-house event coordinator and florist.
- Smaller work and friend groups eat a la carte in the Tavern room; lunch is 3 courses for under $80.
- Dining room tasting menus run about $175 per person before wine, tax and tip.

What works: Event coordinator handled planning questions and details smoothly; Staff patient with menu questions, not pretentious with groups; Kitchen sends complimentary celebration cakes and take-home treats; Private room felt spacious and refined for a party.

Watch out for: Dining room tasting menu pricing is steep for larger parties; Neighboring loud tables and bar noise can carry into the room; In-house events and music have surprised diners who booked weeks ahead.

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

## Questions

**Does Gramercy Tavern have a private dining room?**

Yes. Gramercy Tavern offers a private dining room for groups in East Village. PDR seats 20-22; The Vault for events; antique decor.

**How much does it cost to book a private event at Gramercy Tavern?**

Guests at Gramercy Tavern 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 Gramercy Tavern for the current minimum and deposit terms.

**When is Gramercy Tavern open?**

Gramercy Tavern is open daily from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM, serving 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 Gramercy Tavern?**

Gramercy Tavern is a $$$$ New American restaurant in East Village, New York City, rated 4.6 stars across 5,026 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Michelin-starred Flatiron District tavern featuring a menu of modern, seasonal American dishes. It has outdoor seating and a wheelchair accessible entrance.

**What do guests say about group dining at Gramercy Tavern?**

Groups book the private dining room for weddings and birthdays, or take Tavern tables for team lunches and celebrations. The private dining room is described as spacious with antique furniture, vegetable-themed wall decor and a beamed ceiling. One couple held their wedding and reception in the private dining room, planning it with an in-house event coordinator and florist. Smaller work and friend groups eat a la carte in the Tavern room; lunch is 3 courses for under $80. Dining room tasting menus run about $175 per person before wine, tax and tip. Reviewers praise: event coordinator handled planning questions and details smoothly; staff patient with menu questions, not pretentious with groups; kitchen sends complimentary celebration cakes and take-home treats; private room felt spacious and refined for a party. Watch for: dining room tasting menu pricing is steep for larger parties; neighboring loud tables and bar noise can carry into the room; in-house events and music have surprised diners who booked weeks ahead. Based on 70 Google reviews of Gramercy Tavern that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.
