The National Bar & Dining RoomsEST. 2012
Claimed
Space onlyAvg. venue rate
$1k - $30k
This venue has been favorited 44 times
The National has both a welcoming and refined feel.
The National's all-occasion modern bistro modeled after the celebrated grand cafés in Europe is both residential and metropolitan in design and displays thoughtful details such as antiqued mirrors, a bronze spiral staircase, distressed peacock blue and chocolate leather banquettes, classic marble table tops, and black and white glazed-tile flooring.
The Lowdown
Venue use
Space onlyBest for these Occasions
anniversary
Bachelor / Bachelorette party
birthday party
bridal shower
corporate event
dinner partyengagement party
Family Reunion
holiday party
Product Launch
rehearsal dinner / Welcome Reception
social event
wedding receptionVenue type
Bar / Club / LoungeRestaurant / Private Dining
Views
street
Style
CasualClassicUrban
Venue Settings
The National Bar & Dining Rooms is Chef Geoffrey Zakarian’s vision of a go-to restaurant in New York City’s Midtown Neighborhood, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, seven days a week.
Conveniently located on the East Side of The City within walking distance to the United Nations, many major business hubs, Grand Central Terminal and more.
Inspired by the grand cafés of Europe and classic American dining rooms, The National has both a welcoming and refined feel, a welcoming respite from the bustling atmosphere of the area.
The menu at The National offers Zakarian's signature Modern American cuisine - a style of cooking that has earned him critical acclaim. Zakarian’s cuisine is fresh and accessible, concentrating on the freshest seasonal ingredients prepared with classic techniques.
The National is located at The Benjamin, a restored 1927 Emery Roth hotel, an architectural landmark of the Beaux-Arts style and a fitting complement to the restaurant’s refined style, café culture, and eclectic interior design.
Private Dining Rooms are accessible from a bronze spiral staircase and accommodate seated dining for up to 80 and cocktail receptions for up to 150.
Conveniently located on the East Side of The City within walking distance to the United Nations, many major business hubs, Grand Central Terminal and more.
Inspired by the grand cafés of Europe and classic American dining rooms, The National has both a welcoming and refined feel, a welcoming respite from the bustling atmosphere of the area.
The menu at The National offers Zakarian's signature Modern American cuisine - a style of cooking that has earned him critical acclaim. Zakarian’s cuisine is fresh and accessible, concentrating on the freshest seasonal ingredients prepared with classic techniques.
The National is located at The Benjamin, a restored 1927 Emery Roth hotel, an architectural landmark of the Beaux-Arts style and a fitting complement to the restaurant’s refined style, café culture, and eclectic interior design.
Private Dining Rooms are accessible from a bronze spiral staircase and accommodate seated dining for up to 80 and cocktail receptions for up to 150.
Capacity
80Seated150Standing
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Venue price range
- Does this include catering fees?
- Yes
- Estimated price per head
- $75 – $250
- Insurance
Additional insurance is not required to host an event here
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Amenities
Event Logistics
Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.
- Celebrations hosted here since
- 2012
- Curfew
- 2 AM
- Venue spaces
- Indoor venue space only
- Catering
- Client must use the catering provided by the venue
- Alcohol
- Provided by Venue for fee – you must use the venue for all alcohol services, Corkage/Bottle Fee – you can bring your own alcohol for a fee, Licensed Server is Required
- Music
- Indoors Only
- Smoking
- Non-smoking venue
- Accommodations
- The Benjamin Hotel features 209 room accommodations including 98 One-Bedroom Suites.
- Handicap Accessible
Yes
Onsite amenities
Valet ParkingWifiDining ChairsDining TablesVenue Features
The scene
Chef Geoffrey Zakarian brings his vision of a contemporary New York grand café to life at The National Bar & Dining Rooms. Housed in the same 1927 Emery Roth-designed building as The Benjamin Hotel, the restaurant create an ambiance of refined style with a café culture and eclectic interior design.
Design
The National's all-occasion modern bistro modeled after the celebrated grand cafés in Europe is both residential and metropolitan in design and displays thoughtful details such as antiqued mirrors, a bronze spiral staircase, distressed peacock blue and chocolate leather banquettes, classic marble table tops, and black and white glazed-tile flooring.
Standout venue features
The National provides street access from Lexington Avenue. Five private Dining Rooms are located on the second floor.
Awards, Notables & Events
THE NEW POTATO - Where To Get Breakfast in Midtown
NEW YORK TIMES - An Updated Sifty Fifty
NEW YORK TIMES - An Updated Sifty Fifty
Getting there
La Guardia Airport
5.4 mi
Space onlyAvg. venue rate
$1k - $30kThis venue has been favorited 44 times
