Chelsea, New York, has so much to offer when it comes to a trendy venue for your upcoming casual birthday bash, formal affair, or company dinner. Known for its art galleries, high-end shops, and up-scale restaurants, it has truly become a hub of cool culture and rich foodie experiences. Chelsea Market and the new gorgeous floating park, High Line, add to the upbeat, social vibe that this borough of Manhattan offers. We’ve put together a list of some of our Chelsea venue faves to host your next delicious gathering.
First on our list is an upscale sports bar, The Ainsworth. The food here is a modern approach to American pub fare and is sure to please party goers with fresh bruschetta, mini empanadas, and indulgent sliders. They have a chic drink menu of signature cocktails, beer, wine, and more.
The Ainsworth has a wonderful lodge ambiance with lots of wood and on-trend, vibrant decor. They can accommodate a number of event styles, including passed hor d'oeuvres, stations, or banquet styles. They have spacious indoor and outdoor seating for up to 210 guests and have the tech to support corporate events, including HD TVs, DVD players, a DJ booth, projection screens, and wireless mics. No matter what the occasion may be, add The Ainsworth to your venue list.
Next is a classic-styled restaurant that serves up fabulously delicious Italian dishes and is a wonderful option for all sorts of special occasions and private dinners. Choose from antipasti, insalate, fresh kinds of pasta with rich sauces, and decadent tiramisu for dessert. Bocca di Bacco offers a sophisticated wine collection, hand-crafted cocktails, and other amazing drink options at their artistic curved marble bar.
Bocca di Bacco is an elegant backdrop with vintage-inspired decor accents and modern-styled artwork. Your dinner guests will appreciate the beautiful and private downstairs room, where they will enjoy all sorts of menu options. This space can seat 40 guests. They also have an outdoor dining space, and they do offer full buy-outs. Bocca di Bacco is perfect for intimate gatherings for family and corporate celebrations.
Finally, we want to talk about The Meatball Shop, which is a favorite in its Chelsea location. This highly trendy place started with its perfect meatball recipe, but they offer an inventive menu with a variety of meatball options, elegant sauces, fresh salads, and impressive beverage options. A dinner here is not complete without one of their homemade ice cream sandwiches.
Perfect for business events, meetings, rehearsal dinners, or any intimate celebration, The Meatball Shop can accommodate 20 seated guests and has a private space on its lower level. They have a projector and screen to view your business plan or a fun slideshow. No doubt, this venue is an attractive option for your event.
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