# Le Bernardin Page: https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/le-bernardin JSON: https://privatedinnerlist.com/venues/le-bernardin.json - Cuisine: French/Seafood - Neighborhood: Midtown West (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/midtown-west) - Space: Private Room - Capacity: Les Salons (2-80); Le Bernardin Prive with North & South rooms combinable - Price range: $$$$ - Typical spend: $100+ per person - Google rating: 4.6 (4,648 reviews) - Address: 155 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019, USA - Phone: (212) 554-1515 - Website: https://le-bernardin.com - Hours: Monday to Thursday 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 10:30 PM, Friday 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 PM, Saturday 5:00 to 11:00 PM, and closed Sunday - Reservations: Takes reservations - Good for groups: Yes - Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance - Data updated: 2026-09-20 Chef Eric Ripert's temple to seafood transforms group celebrations into something transcendent, with Les Salons offering intimate spaces where pristine fish preparations meet impeccable French technique in an atmosphere of understated luxury. The private dining rooms cocoon your party in Le Bernardin's legendary hospitality, while the combinable North and South spaces in Le Bernardin Privé adapt seamlessly whether you're hosting an intimate board dinner or a milestone celebration for 80. This is where Manhattan's most discerning hosts bring their most important guests, knowing that every langoustine and John Dory will arrive as a small masterpiece. ## Group dining, from guest reviews Small groups book tables in the main dining room for birthdays, team celebrations and customized business dinners, usually on tasting menus. - Reviewers describe groups of about 5 to 8 seated in the main dining room rather than a separate private space. - Most groups take the chef's tasting menu or 4 course prix fixe; tasting prices cited range from 220 to 350 dollars per person before wine. - One reviewer attended customized business event dinners and said the kitchen adapted the menu for the occasion. - Vegetarian, non fish and allergy requests were handled for group members, though one guest reported an allergy substitution done carelessly. What works: Attentive, well drilled service that keeps a table of 8 in sync; Kitchen customizes menus for business events and dietary needs; Room quiet enough for conversation at the table; Tasting menu format works well for a celebrating group. Watch out for: Order taking and sommelier attention uneven across a larger party; Some groups felt rushed or found service cold; Very high per person cost before wine. Distilled from 70 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20. ## Questions **Does Le Bernardin have a private dining room?** Yes. Le Bernardin offers a private dining room for groups in Midtown West. Les Salons (2-80); Le Bernardin Prive with North & South rooms combinable. **How much does it cost to book a private event at Le Bernardin?** Guests at Le Bernardin 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 Le Bernardin for the current minimum and deposit terms. **When is Le Bernardin open?** Le Bernardin is open Monday to Thursday 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 10:30 PM, Friday 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 PM, Saturday 5:00 to 11:00 PM, and closed Sunday, 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 Le Bernardin?** Le Bernardin is a $$$$ French/Seafood restaurant in Midtown West, New York City, rated 4.6 stars across 4,648 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Elite French restaurant offers chef Eric Ripert's refined seafood, expert service & luxurious decor. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance. **What do guests say about group dining at Le Bernardin?** Small groups book tables in the main dining room for birthdays, team celebrations and customized business dinners, usually on tasting menus. Reviewers describe groups of about 5 to 8 seated in the main dining room rather than a separate private space. Most groups take the chef's tasting menu or 4 course prix fixe; tasting prices cited range from 220 to 350 dollars per person before wine. One reviewer attended customized business event dinners and said the kitchen adapted the menu for the occasion. Vegetarian, non fish and allergy requests were handled for group members, though one guest reported an allergy substitution done carelessly. Reviewers praise: attentive, well drilled service that keeps a table of 8 in sync; kitchen customizes menus for business events and dietary needs; room quiet enough for conversation at the table; tasting menu format works well for a celebrating group. Watch for: order taking and sommelier attention uneven across a larger party; some groups felt rushed or found service cold; very high per person cost before wine. Based on 70 Google reviews of Le Bernardin that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.