Private Events
PRIVATE EVENTS AT GRAYSON HOTEL
4 DISTINCT VENUES UNDER ONE ROOF
Grayson Hotel is a boutique luxury destination in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Bryant Park and moments from iconic landmarks including the Empire State Building, Times Square, and Fifth Avenue. The property seamlessly blends refined accommodations, thoughtful design, and a curated collection of dining and event venues, all under one roof.
Home to a portfolio of 4 distinctive restaurants, bars and private event venues—including a rooftop cocktail experience and a dedicated private event floor with indoor-outdoor flow—the hotel offers versatile, design-forward spaces paired with world-class cuisine, creating an exceptional setting for both corporate entertaining and sophisticated social gatherings.
TURNKEY EVENTS
Grayson Hotel offers a seamless turnkey event experience, expertly managing every detail from venue selection to food and service for effortless execution. Supported by Apicii Hospitality and four distinct venues under one roof, the property provides a versatile setting for both corporate and social gatherings. Events can also align with key seasonal moments and recognized holidays, including Cinco de Mayo, New Year’s Eve and other calendar-driven activations, creating a dynamic and memorable experience rooted in the energy of New York City.
WORLD CLASS CUISINE
At Grayson Hotel, the culinary program is led by Apicii Hospitality, a nationally recognized hospitality group known for creating dynamic dining experiences rooted in global influence and refined execution. Bringing a cohesive yet diverse vision to the property, Apicii oversees all food and beverage operations, curating four distinct concepts under one roof—each offering its own unique culinary identity and atmosphere. Inspired by New York City’s cross-cultural culinary landscape, the portfolio spans experiences ranging from elevated, seasonally driven cuisine to more casual, vibrant fare, allowing guests to move seamlessly between different moods, flavors, and occasions.
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Harta
For Private Dining, Celebrations & Elevated Gatherings
Harta is Grayson’s signature dining room — a stylish New American brasserie that offers the warmth of a great restaurant with the flexibility of a private event venue. Rich in handcrafted detail and anchored by a striking bar, the space feels polished but approachable, making it a natural fit for occasions that call for a seated experience with strong food, attentive service, and a memorable Midtown setting.
For corporate hosts, Harta is ideal for client dinners, executive meals, and team celebrations that benefit from a more refined dining atmosphere. For social and milestone occasions, it lends itself beautifully to rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, birthday dinners, and intimate gatherings that feel celebratory without being overly formal. The space also offers natural event flow, with access to a private back room and patio that can support cocktails before dinner or a transition between moments.
Highlights
- Ideal for private dining and seated celebrations
- Strong fit for executive dinners and client entertaining
- Warm, design-forward Midtown setting
- Patio and back-room flow for cocktail-to-dinner events
- Restaurant-quality food and beverage experience
Capacities
15 to 50 Seated, 15 to 75 Standing
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Bar Harta
A Private Indoor-Outdoor Event Space
For hosts seeking a flexible event format, Bar Harta offers one of Midtown Manhattan’s most versatile private event spaces. Located on the second floor of Grayson Hotel, this fully private indoor-outdoor venue combines an airy terrace feel with the convenience of a full-service event floor, creating a setting that works beautifully for receptions, meetings, engagement parties, networking events, and celebrations of all kinds.
Bar Harta is designed to adapt. With a full bar, lounge and banquette seating, flexible furniture configurations, a seasonal enclosure, and in-house A/V support, the space can accommodate everything from morning meetings and presentations to cocktail receptions and festive evening gatherings. It feels like a hidden Midtown escape — elevated, comfortable, and easy to make your own.
Highlights
- Fully private second-floor event floor
- Indoor-outdoor terrace atmosphere
- Full bar and customizable beverage packages
- Flexible setup for meetings, receptions, and celebrations
- In-house A/V and event support
Capacity
10 to 250 Standing, 10 to 150 with Seating
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Bar Cima
Bar Cima is Grayson Hotel’s rooftop venue for receptions, celebrations, and elevated entertaining—a sophisticated, cocktail-driven space that pairs panoramic NYC views with a polished indoor lounge and open-air terrace just steps from Bryant Park. Ideal for milestone celebrations, engagement parties, brand events, and high-style gatherings, the rooftop delivers a striking sense of place through its Latin-inspired design, floor-to-ceiling windows, and expansive terrace. As the most visually dynamic space in the Grayson collection, Bar Cima offers a refined yet energetic setting for occasions that call for both atmosphere and impact.
Capacities
Semi Private - 15 to 75 Standing
Buyout - 15 to 175 Standing (Includes indoor, lounge, and outdoor terrace)Highlights
- Rooftop venue with panoramic skyline views
- Indoor lounge paired with an open-air terrace
- Direct views to the Empire State Building and Bryant Park
- Craft cocktail program with a refined beverage focus
- Ideal for receptions, celebrations, and brand-forward events
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Tacalle
Tacalle is Grayson Hotel’s destination for outdoor celebrations, team gatherings, and seasonal parties—a hidden taco garden tucked along 38th Street that brings a playful, high-energy atmosphere to Midtown. Centered around a vintage food truck and styled with string lights, communal seating, and a festive, street-style vibe, the space is ideal for birthdays, happy hours, after-parties, and casual corporate events. With crowd-pleasing tacos, margaritas, and a layout designed for mingling, Tacalle offers a relaxed, open-air experience within the Grayson collection, with the added flexibility of accessing additional venues across the property when needed.
Capacities
Semi-Private - 15 to 50 Standing & Seated
Buyout - 15 to 125 Standing & SeatedHighlights
- Vintage taco truck centerpiece
- Picnic tables, string lights, and street-style atmosphere
- Ideal for casual celebrations, happy hours, and team gatherings
- Seasonal availability, weather permitting