NYC's Only Farm-to-Bar Cafe
Description
Festivál Café: Unique UES 'Farm-to-Bar' Spot for Groups & Parties
Experience Festivál Café, a truly unique 'Farm-to-Bar' cocktail café located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side. More than just a standard restaurant or bar, Festivál offers an immersive experience rooted in community (proudly owned by local UES families) and deeply committed to a 100% local, seasonal, and sustainable menu philosophy.
A Unique 'Farm-to-Bar' Concept & Menu:
Discover a playful yet serious approach to scratch cooking and mixology. Everything at Festivál, from innovative cocktails to creative share plates and larger dishes, is made from scratch using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, completely avoiding artificial additives and harmful oils. The menu changes frequently with the seasons, celebrating the best from local purveyors.
Important Note on Menu: To maintain the integrity of their seasonal, scratch-made approach, Festivál features a fixed menu. Substitutions or custom off-menu orders are respectfully not possible. Dishes and drinks are served as they are prepared, ensuring freshness and reflecting the dynamic kitchen environment.
Flexible Options for Private Events & Groups:
Festivál Café offers several ways to host your next party, celebration, or group gathering:
Large Table/Group Reservations: Ideal for groups of up to 20 people looking to dine together (standard reservations).
Partial Buy Out: Reserve a significant portion of the café for semi-private events accommodating up to 40 guests. (A Food & Beverage minimum applies - please inquire for current rates).
Full Buy Out: Take over the entire venue for your exclusive event, suitable for up to 100 guests. (A Food & Beverage minimum applies, varying by day/time - please inquire for current rates).
Cash bar arrangements may also be an option depending on the event details.
Choose Festivál Café for its distinctive 'Farm-to-Bar' concept, unwavering commitment to quality and local sourcing, genuine UES community vibe, and versatile options for hosting groups and private events in a unique setting.
Getting to Festivál Café:
Location: 1155 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Cross Streets: Located on 2nd Avenue between East 60th Street and East 61st Street.
Nearest Subway Stations:
Lexington Ave / 59th St Station (Lines: N, R, W, 4, 5, 6) - Short walk west.
Lexington Ave / 63rd St Station (Lines: F, Q) - Short walk northwest.
Bus Routes: Accessible via the M15 / M15-SBS bus routes on 1st/2nd Avenues, and nearby crosstown routes like the M57 and M66.
Capacity: 20 people
Grab a table for your group for no minimum spend
Capacity: 30 people
Our private table is the perfect choice for an intimate dining experience. With no minimum spend required, it's ideal for parties of 10-20 guests. Standing Capacity: 30 Seated Capacity: 20 Large Table Reservations of +15ppl must pay a $10 per person Reservation Fee to reserve additional sections or tables. This is then applied as a reservation credit on the final bill. Standing Capacity: 30 Seated Capacity: 20
Capacity: 40 people
Our Midtown East restaurant is available for semi-private events from casual cocktail receptions to three-course dinners for up to 40 guests. Standing Capacity: 40 Seated Capacity: 30
Capacity: 100 people
FESTIVÁL is a new concept in dining & events on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. We are a 'Farm-to-Bar' cocktail cafe and event space. The cocktails and cuisine are at the vanguard of taste. We are best known for our share plates however there are larger menu items available and custom menus for events Standing Capacity: 100 Seated Capacity: 60 FULL BUY OUT MINIMUMS (This is the minimum spend on Food and Beverage ONLY to be able rent out the Entire Place. Does not include tax or tip or 4% cc Processing Fee ) There are no other venue fees. DAILY FULL BUY OUT MINIMUMS Monday Night - $2k Tuesday Night -$4k Wednesday Night -$4k Thursday Night - $5k Friday Night - $5k Saturday Night -$4k Weekend Brunch(12-4pm) - $4k Sunday Night (after 7pm) - $1k Late Night (after 10pm): $2k (WeekDay time (12-4pm) buy out min = $1k)
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: 3 hours
Booking Policy
Free cancellations for 48 hours after booking, unless the booking is within 48 hours of the event.
Location
1155 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA
Reviews
2 total reviews
We hosted a cocktail party style...
by Michele S
We hosted a cocktail party style baby shower here and we are so happy we picked Festival! Tyler was amazing with helping us select the best options for our party, and was very quick/responsive/easy to reach. Our guests all commented on how delicious the food was and how nice all the staff were. Would highly recommend for a private event!
I recently enjoyed a delightful Sunday...
by gyague sonam
I recently enjoyed a delightful Sunday brunch with my wife here. The chicken burger I ordered was impeccably juicy, bursting with flavor, while my wife's avocado toast was fresh and had the perfect crunch. The ambiance exuded a cool and calm vibe, creating a relaxed atmosphere for our meal. The service was exceptionally friendly and welcoming, adding to the overall positive experience. Highly recommended! Too jazzed up, you can try the Sunday beer and gin and tonic cocktail.
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: 3 hours
