Zinc Bar

Historic Greenwich Village jazz club for intimate private events and live-music gatherings

Greenwich Village
Up to 100 guests
From $100 / hour

Cancellation policy
Free cancellations for 48 hours after booking, unless the booking is within 48 hours of the event.

About Zinc Bar

Zinc Bar: Historic Greenwich Village Jazz Club & Event Space

Step into a piece of New York City history at Zinc Bar, a legendary jazz club and intimate event space located in the heart of Greenwich Village. Once known as the Cinderella Club, where icons like Billie Holiday performed and Thelonious Monk was the house pianist, this venue offers a timeless and sophisticated setting for unforgettable private events steeped in musical legacy.

Atmosphere & Art Deco Elegance:

Be transported to a world where Art Deco glamour meets the soulful energy of New York City. Zinc Bar’s interior tells a story, featuring:

- A stunning Parisian zinc bar. - Rich textures of velvet upholstery and polished brass. - Geometric patterns and decor that evoke the elegance of the 1930s. - The dimly lit, intimate ambiance creates an inviting and timeless escape, perfect for sophisticated gatherings.

World-Class Live Jazz & Cocktails:

As a premier destination for music lovers, Zinc Bar is renowned for hosting world-class live jazz, from legendary musicians to rising stars. The bar serves expertly crafted classic and signature cocktails, perfect for sipping while enjoying the incredible sounds.

Host Your Event in a Landmark Venue:

Offering a truly unique backdrop, Zinc Bar is an ideal choice for:

- Corporate Receptions & Client Entertainment - Milestone Birthday Parties & Anniversaries - Intimate Cocktail Parties & Social Mixers - Album Release Parties & Artist Showcases

Inquire about reserving semi-private sections or arranging a full venue buyout for an exclusive experience for your intimate to medium-sized group. An event at Zinc Bar allows your guests to become part of a story that has been decades in the making.

Choose Zinc Bar for its unparalleled musical history, its stunning Art Deco decor, its world-class live entertainment offerings, and its iconic Greenwich Village location—perfect for hosting a truly sophisticated and memorable event.

Getting to Zinc Bar:

Location: 82 West 3rd Street, New York, NY 10012 Cross Streets: Located on West 3rd Street between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street.

Nearest Subway Station: West 4th St–Washington Square Station (Lines: A, B, C, D, E, F, M): Extremely close, a major transit hub. Bus Routes: Accessible via the M55 (on Broadway/6th Ave), M20 (on 7th Ave S/Varick St), and the M21 crosstown bus on Houston Street nearby. Nearest Famous Landmark: Situated in the heart of Greenwich Village, just steps away from Washington Square Park, the Blue Note Jazz Club, and the NYU campus.

Best for

Cocktail receptions with a live-music backdrop
Milestone birthdays and anniversaries
Corporate receptions and client entertainment
Album releases and artist showcases
Intimate to medium-sized social gatherings
Corporate receptions
Client entertainment
Birthday parties

Planning your event

Zinc Bar is an intimate Greenwich Village jazz club with a full bar and live entertainment, available for private events by inquiry. Booking options described by the venue include semi-private section reservations and full venue buyouts for exclusive use. Because pricing, minimums, and availability are not published, plan to contact the venue directly to scope your event.

Vibe: Dimly lit, Art Deco jazz-club atmosphere — velvet, brass, and a Parisian zinc bar — with a sophisticated, music-first energy rather than a loud nightlife feel.
Space layout: A single intimate club-style room built around the bar and live-music performance area, with lounge-style seating suited to cocktail receptions and seated listening. The venue offers semi-private sections within the room or a full buyout of the entire space.
Private events: Full privacy requires a complete venue buyout; smaller groups can inquire about semi-private sections. Buyout terms, minimums, and scheduling around the club's live-music programming should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Food & drinks: The bar serves classic and signature cocktails. Details on food service, catering options, or beverage packages for events are not published, so confirm menu options and any minimums when you inquire.
Group size: The venue positions itself for intimate to medium-sized groups. The full venue is listed at a capacity of 100 guests; semi-private sections suit smaller parties. Confirm exact section capacities for your headcount when booking.

Spaces

1 space, smallest first. Prices are starting rates before taxes and fees.

Entire Venue
Full buyout of the jazz club for exclusive private events.
Up to 100 · Private
From $100/ hour
100max
Private
$100/ hour

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What this venue offers

Audio Setup

Cocktail Reception

Entertainment Venue

Great Cocktails

Historic

Live Music

Lounge

Unique

Good for: birthday, company party, corporate

Location

82 W 3rd St, New York, NY 10012, USA

Good to know

Pricing, minimums, and availability are not published — inquire directly with the venue to confirm.
The room is a working jazz club, so event timing may need to work around live-music programming; confirm scheduling when you inquire.
The space is dimly lit and intimate, best suited to cocktail-style events rather than large seated dinners or productions.
Located between Thompson and Sullivan Streets, steps from Washington Square Park and the West 4th St–Washington Square subway station (A, B, C, D, E, F, M).
M55, M20, and M21 bus routes serve the surrounding blocks.