HotThe Folly
Greenwich Village · Up to 175 guests
From $200 / hour
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HotGreenwich Village · Up to 175 guests
From $200 / hour
HotWilliamsburg · Up to 60 guests
From $50 / hour
Midtown · Up to 20 guests
From $110 / hour
East Village · Up to 400 guests
From $250 / hour
SoHo · Up to 50 guests
From $150 / hour
Astoria · Up to 60 guests
From $100 / hour
SoHo · Up to 60 guests
From $275 / hour
Tribeca · Up to 40 guests
From $67.5 / hour
Financial District · Up to 135 guests
From $1,000 / hour
Manhattan · Up to 150 guests
Price on request
Upper East Side · Up to 100 guests
From $250 / hour
Williamsburg · Up to 100 guests
Price on request
Midtown · Up to 190 guests
From $750 / hour
LIC · Up to 15 guests
From $50 / hour
Greenwich Village · Up to 75 guests
Price on request
Chinatown · Up to 60 guests
From $277.667 / hour
Chelsea · Up to 250 guests
From $8,000 / hour
Times Square · Up to 60 guests
From $400 / hour
Midtown · Up to 500 guests
From $100 / hour
SoHo · Up to 26 guests
From $250 / hour
Greenwich Village · Up to 60 guests
From $1,000 / hour
Bushwick · Up to 50 guests
Price on request
Chelsea · Up to 150 guests
From $100 / hour
Chinatown · Up to 100 guests
From $3,500 / hour
East Village · Up to 60 guests
From $37.5 / hour
Greenpoint · Up to 45 guests
From $300 / hour
East Village · Up to 50 guests
From $200 / hour
Explore Birthday Venues for 23 Guests in New York City. These venues feature birthday options perfect for your next event. Each space comfortably accommodates 23 guests. Book through Litty for transparent pricing and real-time availability.
“Great basement bar with cool nautical theme. A few corner spots good for a small group. The staff was very nice and the frozen grog drink was great. Happy hour until 8pm!”
Laura H.at The Folly
“This was a wonderful and affordable place to have my birthday party! Matthew was so accommodating and communicative, the whole thing went off without a hitch. 10/10 would recommend.”
Alizajane H.at Grace & Ruby's
Venue selection guide
For intimate gatherings of 23 guests, prioritize venues that feel cozy rather than cavernous. Private dining rooms and boutique lounges create the perfect atmosphere for conversation and connection. Look for venues where your group fills the space comfortably without feeling cramped.
Smaller events often have more per-person value in the minimum spend. Consider venues where food is included in the minimum, turning your spending into a complete dining experience. Weekday bookings can reduce minimums by 30-50%.
Peak times (Friday/Saturday evenings) command premium rates and require earlier booking. For budget flexibility, consider Thursday evening (still feels like a weekend celebration), Sunday brunch (unique and often lower-cost), or even a weekday happy hour. Your guests' schedules and the event's purpose should guide timing.
Before booking, confirm: exact capacity limits, what is included in the minimum spend, cancellation/modification policies, deposit requirements, overtime charges, whether you can bring a cake or decorations, AV equipment availability, and accessibility features. Get all agreements in writing.
For intimate gatherings of 23 guests, minimum spends typically range from $500 to $2,000 depending on the day, time, and venue type. Private dining rooms may have higher minimums but often include food and beverages.
For smaller gatherings of 23 guests, booking 2-4 weeks in advance is usually sufficient for weekday events. For weekend reservations, especially at popular venues, aim for 4-6 weeks ahead.
Groups of 23 guests work well with communal dining tables, U-shaped seating for presentations, or cocktail-style standing arrangements. Many private dining rooms offer flexible layouts.
Most NYC venues require using their in-house catering due to licensing requirements. However, many allow outside desserts (like birthday cakes) and decorations with advance notice. Always confirm the venue's policy when booking.
Key factors include: capacity that matches your guest count (avoid spaces that are too large or cramped), accessibility to public transit, a clear breakdown of costs and what's included, flexible cancellation policies, and whether A/V equipment is available if needed.