Solas Bar

Solas is a two-level East Village bar and lounge that hosts everything from small semi-private gatherings to full venue buyouts. With private rooms upstairs, a lit dance floor, DJ booth, and a reputation for low-hassle, low-fee bookings, it's a strong fit for birthdays, casual company parties, and dance-focused celebrations for groups of roughly 10 to 275.

Vibe

Energetic, casual, and lively with a classic East Village bar and dance club atmosphere.

Space layout

A multi-level venue with a bustling main bar on the first floor and a darker two-room lounge upstairs equipped with a lit dance floor, DJ booth, its own bar, and lounge seating. The upstairs includes the Lounge and the smaller Red Room, which can be booked separately or together.

Private events

Solas is known for hassle-free event bookings, often with no booking fees or minimums for spaces like the Red Room. Options include a semi-private section, fully private rooms (Red Room, Lounge), the entire Upstairs floor, and full venue buyouts for up to 275 guests.

Food & drinks

Full bar with affordable drinks and a daily happy hour. The venue does not serve food, but guests are generally permitted to bring their own outside food for private parties.

Group size

Semi-private areas work for intimate groups of roughly 10 to 28. The Red Room fits 30 to 50, the Lounge fits 75 to 100, the full Upstairs holds up to 125, and a full venue buyout accommodates up to 275 guests.

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Good for: birthday, company party, happy hour, social mixer

• The venue does not serve food, but you can bring your own for private parties.
• There is often a $10 cash-only entry fee on busy nights or for specific dance events.
• Some nights require guests to be 22 or older for entry.
• The dress code is casual and not strictly enforced.
• Weekly dance nights (Salsa, Tango, Bachata) can affect the vibe and crowd on certain evenings.
• Astor Place (6) is a 3-minute walk; 8th St–NYU (N, R, W) is a 5-minute walk.