26 Private Venues for 20 Guests
Intimate spaces perfect for small gatherings and private dinners
Featuring venues with capacity for 15-30 guests.
Le Petit Village: Private event venue in New York, NY | Le Petit Village
greenwich village
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Bird Dog: Where Southern comfort meets Italian soul—perfect for groups & events.
tribeca
From $67.5 min. spend
Complete Playground: Multi-Level Non-Profit Indoor Playground and Family Event Venue with Café
lower manhattan
From $1000 min. spend
HQ: Studio Space in Queens : Perfect Space for Pop-Ups, Workshops, and Creative Projects in Queens
queens
From $50 min. spend
LES Spacious & Accessible Street-Level Art Gallery: Art Gallery
chinatown
From $277.6666666666667 min. spend
About Private Venues for 20 Guests
Discover the best NYC venues for groups of 20 people. Perfect for birthday dinners, small corporate events, team outings, and intimate celebrations. Each venue offers private or semi-private spaces ideal for your group size.
Guide to Planning an Event for 23 Guests
Choosing the Right Space
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.
Budgeting Tips
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%.
Day and Time Considerations
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.
Questions to Ask Venues
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.
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What People Say About Private Venues for 20 Guests
“This is the best bar Broadway had to offer happy hour weekdays until 8pm. Everyone is so kind but def go on Fridays to meet Moe he’s the best!!! I’m so glad I found this hidden gem!! I’m taking all my friends here. Also I work nearby and it’s amazing. It’s honestly the best bar I’ve ever been to.”
“Incredible food, experience, atmosphere, and staff. My favorite dish was the Rose Rigatoni. I really wanted to order a second one but had to hold back lol. We also tried the Fried Rice, Kimchi Jigae, and the Burger & Fries. Everything was packed with flavor, and the staff were attentive, kind, and completely on point. Ohhh, don't forget to leave some room for them honey pancakes. And definitely don't miss their happy hour 3PM - 6PM if you're in the area. I'll definitely be back to try some other things on the menu.”
“This is a lovely, cozy restaurant that doesn’t have to work hard at all to make you think you’re in Paris. That works for me, and in addition to that, the food and the service are excellent. We’ve never had anything we wouldn’t get again. We generally start with the bread service, which there is a charge for, but you get plenty of bread (and four different kinds!) The cocktails are generous and well made, and the food arrives hot, well-prepared and tasty (and there’s plenty of it, if you’re splitting.) We’ve had the same waitress several times (Stefanie) and the same runners/busboys as well. Stefanie remembered our drink preference even thought it had been a few months, and stopped by to check on us the perfect amount of times. Tiff, the manager, also stops by to check on service and food. The runner really seems to want us to enjoy our meal, which is lovely, and he even remembered a nut allergy from a previous visit, which was amazing. This is a great night out in the Village; it’s not loud, and everything you want to be there, is there. Plus, it’s on inKind, if that’s your thing.”
“Amazing birthday brunch experience! Brought my mom here during our weekend in NYC for her bday. Everyone acknowledged her birthday and made us feel welcomed as soon as we walked in. Iggy was our server and he was the best! Attentive and fun! He told us about the menu, made recommendations and got us started with some yummy mimosas. His service was great and the restaurant overall provided amazing service. The food was a 10/10. Steak and eggs and croissant French toast are a must! Will definitely be back and will request Iggy every time.”
“This venue is such a hidden gem! It is as stunning in person as it is in pictures! Brittany the owner answered all my questions and I had plenty! All of my guests could not stop talking about how gorgeous the place was! Thank you so much for making my 40th beetlejuice event amazing!”
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