Four Lower Manhattan Spots for a Group Celebration

4.6 (1,613)

Mon – Thu, 11:45 – 14:00, 17:00 – 22:00; Fri, 11:45 – 14:00, 17:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sat, 17:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sun, 17:00 – 22:00

133 Duane Street

Over 220,000 mirrors glitter across this Duane Street space, built for high-end celebrations with a moody Shadow Room and a covered patio with daybeds. Regional Indian dishes run from lychee ceviche to rich daal, and the signature Gulab dessert arrives with theatrical flair.

4.3 (1,421)

Mon – Thu, 11:30 – 02:00 (+1); Fri, 11:30 – 04:00 (+1); Sat – Sun, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1)

259 Front St

Near the Brooklyn Bridge, this beach-shack spot pairs Tex-Mex classics with seafood twists such as blackened fish and shrimp baskets. The bar serves properly mixed, full-strength cocktails, seating is generally easy to find, and the decorated room is a popular pick for group celebrations.

4.2 (3,344)

Mon – Sun, 11:30 – 22:00

250 Vesey St, New York, NY 10281, USA

A sprawling waterfront venue in Battery Park City built for large after-work groups, with an outdoor terrace for people-watching and marina views. The Cadillac Burger and crispy fries lead the comfort menu. The interior gets noisy at peak hours, and service can run slow.

4.5 (537)

Mon, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1); Tue – Thu, 11:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 00:00 (+1)

57 Murray St

Reclaimed wood, exposed brick and high ceilings give this bi-level Murray Street tavern a warm 1920s feel. After-work regulars come for happy hour prices, Guinness and the spicy Walters Sour, and weekends bring sports viewings, group celebrations and Sunday brunch.