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New Bars and Clubs for Events in New YorkBy Jessica Taback R BarThe Setting: Vinyl walls, original holograms of famous rockers, crystal chandeliers above the bar, and a deep red glow—it's all about Rocker glam. The Vibe: There is something about R Bar that makes you want to be a British rock star and twirl up the dance poles. On second thought, it's probably best to leave the pole-dancing to the resident professionals. DJ Seaira spins everything from the Ramones to more recent rock n' roll. The Scene: A downtown crowd of early-twenty-somethings. The full bar includes signature libations named after bands past and present. Try the White Stripe or Sweet Emotion. The bar is also well stocked with top-shelf bourbons, tequilas and whiskeys and carries a unique selection of beers. The Space: 3,000 square feet, easily enough room for 400 people. The main room is large enough for 280; the sexy backroom, with separate bar, six individual poles and low, light-box tables, can hold up to 120. It can also be converted into two semi-private spaces for smaller parties. What kind of events work well here? Anything from fashion shows to record release parties, as long as it fits in with the glam-rock vibe. Larger parties can take over the entire bar or sizeable front room, while the backroom suits smaller numbers. R Bar also offers an all-inclusive girls-night/bachelorette party package: two-hour open bar and passed hors d'oeuvre, with the added naughty little option of including "toys" from Babeland or pole/lap dance lessons from Exotic Dance Central. What makes it special? The rocker vibe. And those poles in the sexy back room! Contact Info:
UltraThe Setting: Changeable. Rich woods and leathers give a sense of luxury. Conveys a mood-altering sensory experience by using scent production technology that infuses the room with hundreds of different aromas to match the ever-changing UV lighting and unconventional cocktails. The Vibe: The Ultra experience is clearly about indulging in all five senses. The entire space can be altered to fit the mood of the party, so any given night can feel different and attract a different type of crowd. The Scene: A Meatpacking Club displaced. Ultra attracts a trendy crowd that enjoys the finer things in nightlife, from a new standard in bottle service to an exclusive haven above the action. The Space: Main floor: an open, 3,500-square-foot room that can easily hold 400 people. Giant screens lining the walls can help alter the ambience and display distinctive images, such as logos, video footage and "mood-enhancing ambient imagery." The space can be easily transformed from a winter wonderland to a surfer's paradise, complete with the complementary sounds, scents and visuals. High ceilings and dramatically lit columns guide your eyes up toward the VIP Tree House on the mezzanine level that overlooks the crowd below. The Tree House can accommodate a private party for about 30 VIPs, who will have complete access to a self-service bar, private courtesy phone, and the super power to control and customize the sound and lighting of the suspended oasis. What kind of events work well here? The open space makes it ideal for large cocktail parties, particularly those that want to flash their brand. A kaleidoscope of logos, photos and video can surround guests, making this the perfect location for corporate parties, product promos, etc. Of course smaller celebrations can make themselves ever-so comfortable in the hovering Tree House. What makes it special? That VIP Tree House. Contact Information: Room ServiceThe Setting: Warm and elegant with upholstered walls, a dark chocolate-stained bar, hard-wood floors and silk-screened floral ceiling accents. An elaborate chandelier glistens overhead. Designed to encompass all the luxuries of a five-star hotel but with the energy of a New York City hotspot. The Vibe: Feels like an upscale hotel. The warm atmosphere is very welcoming, but still has an element of exclusivity. The Scene: Young investment bankers in suits and ties (or alternatively jeans and blazers). The Space: Surrounding the main dance floor are nine auxiliary suites that vary in size and cost, ranging from the "Standard" to the "Presidential." Each private suite, which can be as private or public as you like, comes equipped with comfortable leather couches, unique chandeliers, a plasma TV with DVD player, and a mini fridge filled with everything from soda and Gatorade to Champagne. And because Room Service is all about hospitality, each room also has a private mixologist, concierge service, a masseuse and coat check. What kind of events work well here? Great place for a late-night office party. The small rooms are ideal locations for more intimate gatherings of close friends celebrating a special occasion. What makes it special?: No other NYC nightclub offers quite the same level of luxury and hospitality. Contact Info: ElementThe Setting: Tri-level hot spot transformed from a late 19th-century bank to a nightclub (with several discos in between). The club features three full-service bars, a VIP mezzanine and several lounge spaces, yet it is the dance floor that draws people in. The Vibe: Alive with music. With superb sound and light systems and a great hardwood dance floor, it's hard to resist the impulse to get your groove on. The Space: Three distinct areas and more than 4,800 square feet; accommodates up to 1,000 guests. The main level, home to the 1,600- square-foot dance floor and full-bar, can hold up to 500 dancers and 85 in the lounges. It also has a stage area for dancers or live performances. The mezzanine, which has a DJ booth on a suspension bridge across the main dance floor, can accommodate an additional 250 people. The Vault, housed below the main level, has a much more relaxed atmosphere with three separated VIP areas (each with individual volume controls). What kind of events work well here? It is hard to believe that a Bat Mitzvah has already been scheduled here for 2008, especially at this downtown location that might be better-suited for a creative crowd of web designers or PR reps. However, given the size and openness of the space, almost any event could fit the bill. Bar access and table service are available throughout, and the kitchen is available to your choice of caterers. What makes it special? The vibe—with that great sound system— that makes you feel like dancing. Contact Info: KatwalkThe Setting: Swanky yet sophisticated. On the main floor: a long bar on one side, high-top cocktail tables on the other. A projection screen and multiple flat-screen televisions broadcast everything from the game to corporate branding. Upstairs: the Kat Lounge with modern leather seating and a more intimate atmosphere. The Vibe: Starts off as a place where the after-work crowd unwinds with cocktails, and continues long into the night with dancing and more partying. The Space: Two distinct areas for parties. Katwalk can accommodate up to 275 guests in total for a cocktail party. Also has 20 glass showcases for product promotion and a top quality media system, making it easy to integrate a brand and logo. What kind of events work well here? Corporate parties and product launches, fashion shows, and bachelor parties. Katwalk is closed to the public on Sundays, but it will open for private parties. Katwalk offers a limited menu of appetizers, but welcomes outside caterers and other vendors to meet special event needs. What makes it special? The catwalk, of course! Equally as important, the owner, Mike, has a philosophy that is all about flexibility, especially when it comes to hosting events. Contact Info: Columbus 72The Setting: Former home of the Star Club, completely remade. Sleek, urbane nightclub setting. The Scene: The new home away from home for neighborhood folks, particularly couples in their late '20s and early '30s. A good place to let loose or hang out after hitting one of the many neighborhood restaurants. The Space: Flexible. Two party rooms and two VIP lounges; 7,000 square feet of private event space. Larger groups can take it all, smaller parties, from 40 to 100 people, can use their smaller rooms. What kind of events work well here? Corporate events: the space is Internet ready with giant LED screens. Good for Bat/Bar Mitzvahs or Sweet 16 parties too. The separate Broadway and Columbus rooms can be used together, or completely closed off in order to separate the pre-teens from their parents. The rooms also have independent sound systems. What makes it special? The owner claims Columbus 72 is the only venue on that stretch of the Upper West Side with a cabaret license. Contact Info: 205 ClubThe Setting: A funky replication of Andy Warhol's famed factory upstairs with a den-like rec room down below. The Vibe: Very downtown NYC: hip, but not trendy; restricted, but not elitist in the traditional sense. The Scene: The club has created a new brand of downtown elite. Hipsters populate the Warhol factory replica, where they listen to classic rock tunes and drink old-school beverages re-christened after nearby street names like the Chrystie and Stanton. The Space: Two levels: You enter the club through an elevator shaft that leads to a space with tinfoil-lined walls, exposed pipes, vintage furniture adorned with duct tape, and lighting adjusted to illuminate the foil just so. Behind the camo-clad bar, perfectly perched on standard metal office filing cabinets, are door-less refrigerators in place of standard bar shelving. There is a slightly different feel in the rec room below, where foil walls are replaced with Craigslist personal ads stenciled on wood paneling. The upstairs factory space is mid-size with room for both lounging and dancing, while the low-ceiling candle-lit basement is more intimate. What kind of events work well here? Well suited for a low-key party hosted by downtown hipsters. If you're creative, fashion week parties and product launches could also be a good fit. What makes it special? It looks like Andy Warhol's factory. That and the Craigslist "personal ads" stenciled on the plywood walls of the downstairs den. Contact Info: Agenda PM asked three event planners where they go to unwind after work… Hope M. Clements Danielle Scherman Susie Wisenfeld |
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