Looking for pvt space for 30th Birthday Cocktail Party for 35-45

[ccinps]

My husband is throwing me a 30th birthday party in late May. We plan to have open bar and passed appetizers, possibly with some food stations, for 3 hours on a Saturday night. We were originally looking at hotels (Ritz Battery Park, Hudson Hotel, Gramercy Park Hotel) but found them to be above our $5000 budget (and we'd ideally like to spend under $4,000).

Does anyone have recommendations for elegant spaces in the city that would meet these criteria? A view or some outdoor space would be an excellent bonus, but not necessary. We are also willing to switch to beer/wine/bubbly only if need be.

[empath3000]

try the campbell apartment in grand central. amazing space although i'm not sure how their prices are. or for something a little more unusual but really great AND very reasonably priced, try mercat on bond street. delicious spanish food and drinks in a cool private space. another interesting option might be italian wine merchants - they have a really cool space - that would be a more focused wine and food experience with a sommelier on site. fun for a birthday.

[smokeandapancake]

no food at campbell.

[mom22tots]

I believe you have to bring in an off-premise caterer

[princeofpork]

The 2nd floor of BLT Fish does a great private space. Dont miss out.

[iluvcookies]

I agree with BLT Fish. We had a work function there not too long ago. Not sure of the price, but they are willing to work with you for private events. Nice loft-like space, too.

[graphisbeb]

I third the recommendation! Haven't seen the private space, but the restaurant itself is beautiful! Amazing food, too...

[LeahBaila]

Can't quote prices, but there's no harm in looking in to:
Empire Hotel (roof deck)
MoBar at the Mandarin Oriental
The Bowery Hotel
Hudson Terrace
Cooper Sq. Hotel
The World Bar at the Trump World Tower
Pranna

www.thelunchbelle.com

[taboo]

I threw an amazing bday party for someone with food, open bar, etc. It was at the bar in Trump World on 48th street. They did a fantastic job and came in way below your budget.

[ccinps]

Thanks everyone. We've chosen Mercat--someone suggested it earlier, but then deleted their post. They've been very accommodating on budget and the food is great.