ChillyEats B.
Yelp
I celebrated my birthday dinner with 17 guests during the holiday season in one of their private spaces, the Oak Room. This is one of the few places in NYC that doesn't charge an arm and a leg for a semi-private or private dining experience. That's a win in my book!
From the beginning, communicating with their event coordinator, Steph, was a breeze. We went through all the event details and contract fine print over email, which made everything super easy to organize. Plus, I got to visit the space beforehand to make sure it was the perfect setting for my big night.
I had the option of serving my guests a prix fixe menu, but I went with family-style dining and made my menu selections a few days prior. Overall, the food and drinks were tasty, though some of the portions could've been a little bigger considering the price.
The Oak Room was beautifully decorated with Christmas cheer, which was a lovely surprise. I also brought in my own decor, including balloons and flowers. I did request tapered candles, but they didn't have them on hand that day. However, the staff improvised with other candles, and honestly, it all worked out.
The staff was attentive, friendly, and best of all, not overbearing. They allowed us to enjoy the celebration without interrupting our fun, which was much appreciated. They even surprised us with free champagne to celebrate our engagement. We never felt rushed and some of us even stayed behind way after the party ended to enjoy some additional drinks.
All in all, I had a truly memorable birthday dinner, and my guests had a great time too. I highly recommend Alligator Pear (Tara Mór) for your next event!