How much does a private dining room cost?

Private dining costs vary widely. Some restaurants only require a food/beverage minimum ($500-5000+), while others charge room rental fees ($200-2000+) on top of your bill. Always ask about both.

How far in advance should I book a private dining room?

Book 4-8 weeks in advance for most events. For holidays, wedding-related events, or popular restaurants, book 2-3 months ahead. Some exclusive venues require 6+ months notice.

Private Dining Rooms & Event Spaces 2025

Private dining offers an elevated experience for special occasions. Whether you're hosting a corporate dinner, rehearsal dinner, or milestone birthday, the right private space makes all the difference.

Types of Private Dining

Full Private Room

Typically 12-60 guests

Completely enclosed space with dedicated staff. Ideal for confidential meetings or formal events.

Semi-Private Space

Typically 8-30 guests

Separated area within the restaurant. Lower minimums, still feels special.

Chef's Table

Typically 6-12 guests

Exclusive seating near or in the kitchen. Interactive experience with the chef.

Wine Cellar Dining

Typically 8-20 guests

Intimate setting surrounded by wine. Perfect for wine dinners and special celebrations.

Rooftop/Terrace

Typically 20-100 guests

Outdoor private space with views. Great for cocktail parties and warm-weather events.

Full Restaurant Buyout

50-300+ guests

Exclusive use of entire venue. Maximum privacy and flexibility for large events.

Popular Events for Private Dining

Corporate Dinners

Client entertainment, team celebrations, executive meetings

Rehearsal Dinners

Pre-wedding celebrations for the wedding party

Birthday Parties

Milestone birthdays, surprise parties

Engagement Parties

Celebrating the happy couple

Retirement Dinners

Honoring career achievements

Holiday Parties

Company parties, family gatherings

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Private Dining Tips

Ask about all fees: Room rental, service charges (often 20-22%), tax, and minimums
Get it in writing: Confirm menu, pricing, and policies in a contract
Visit in person: Tour the space before committing, especially for important events
Discuss AV needs: Confirm projector, screen, microphone availability if needed
Plan the flow: Consider cocktail hour location, seating arrangements, speeches
Confirm dietary accommodations: Provide guest dietary needs 1 week in advance

Questions to Ask

About the Space

• Is it fully enclosed?
• Is there a separate entrance?
• Can we decorate?
• What's the noise level?

About Pricing

• What's the food/beverage minimum?
• Is there a room fee?
• What's the service charge?
• Is tax included?

About Service

• Will we have dedicated servers?
• Can we do passed appetizers?
• What about dietary restrictions?
• Is there a cake-cutting fee?

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