# La Boca by Francis Mallmann Page: https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/la-boca-by-francis-mallmann JSON: https://privatedinnerlist.com/venues/la-boca-by-francis-mallmann.json - Cuisine: Argentinian - Neighborhood: Meatpacking District (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/meatpacking-district) - Space: Semi-Private Room - Capacity: 134-seat dining room with 54-seat semi-private section - Google rating: 4 (211 reviews) - Address: 500A W 18th St, New York, NY 10011, USA - Phone: (212) 545-8100 - Website: https://faena.com/new-york/dining/la-boca - Email: events@faena.com - Hours: daily from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 PM - Reservations: Takes reservations - Good for groups: Yes - Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance - Data updated: 2026-09-20 Francis Mallmann's fire-kissed Argentinian cuisine transforms any group gathering into a primal feast at this Meatpacking District gem, where the intoxicating aroma of wood-fired grills fills the semi-private dining space. Your party of up to 54 will bond over impossibly tender asado meats and rustic vegetables that taste like they were cooked over an open flame in the Patagonian wilderness. The theatrical presentation of whole fish and lamb emerging from the flames creates those spontaneous moments of collective awe that turn a simple dinner into an unforgettable shared experience. ## Group dining, from guest reviews Mostly birthday parties and small celebrations dine a la carte in the main room; larger groups report policy friction. - Reviewers book birthday dinners and friend groups a la carte, with shareable items like the steak tower and tomahawk cited for the table. - One party of 13 reported a bill over $7,000 and was told outside kosher food had to be removed mid-meal. - A party of 8 was told tables are held to a 2 hour limit and could not extend, even on a Monday. - The restaurant sits inside the Faena hotel; an upstairs lounge requires its own reservation. What works: Servers and floor managers singled out repeatedly for attentive care; Striking room, live music, strong special-occasion atmosphere; Large shareable cuts like the steak tower work for tables; Staff often acknowledge birthdays and comp dessert. Watch out for: Strict 2 hour table limits and no-photo rules enforced inconsistently; Waits of 30 minutes past reservation time reported; Very high prices and slow service noted by larger parties. Distilled from 32 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20. ## Questions **Does La Boca by Francis Mallmann have a private dining room?** La Boca by Francis Mallmann offers a semi-private dining space for groups rather than a fully enclosed room. 134-seat dining room with 54-seat semi-private section. **How much does it cost to book a private event at La Boca by Francis Mallmann?** La Boca by Francis Mallmann has not published event pricing. 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 La Boca by Francis Mallmann for the current minimum and deposit terms. **When is La Boca by Francis Mallmann open?** La Boca by Francis Mallmann is open daily from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 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 La Boca by Francis Mallmann?** La Boca by Francis Mallmann is a Argentinian restaurant in Meatpacking District, New York City, rated 4 stars across 211 Google reviews. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance. **What do guests say about group dining at La Boca by Francis Mallmann?** Mostly birthday parties and small celebrations dine a la carte in the main room; larger groups report policy friction. Reviewers book birthday dinners and friend groups a la carte, with shareable items like the steak tower and tomahawk cited for the table. One party of 13 reported a bill over $7,000 and was told outside kosher food had to be removed mid-meal. A party of 8 was told tables are held to a 2 hour limit and could not extend, even on a Monday. The restaurant sits inside the Faena hotel; an upstairs lounge requires its own reservation. Reviewers praise: servers and floor managers singled out repeatedly for attentive care; striking room, live music, strong special-occasion atmosphere; large shareable cuts like the steak tower work for tables; staff often acknowledge birthdays and comp dessert. Watch for: strict 2 hour table limits and no-photo rules enforced inconsistently; waits of 30 minutes past reservation time reported; very high prices and slow service noted by larger parties. Based on 32 Google reviews of La Boca by Francis Mallmann that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.