Private parties & celebrations at Ichibantei
Celebrate near Union Square and the East Village at Ichibantei, an intimate Japanese restaurant open late until 3 AM. Our upstairs floor is made for get-togethers — semi-private for smaller groups, or fully private when you buy out the whole floor.
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The space
- Seated dinner: around 28–32 guests upstairs.
- Standing / mixed reception: up to 50 guests.
- Private buyout of the second floor for groups of about 20 or more.
Birthday parties
Mark the occasion with Japanese comfort food in a space that’s yours for the night. We’ll help you plan a course menu and timing so you can focus on the celebration.
Graduation parties
Gather classmates and family to celebrate the milestone — a seated dinner for up to about 32, or a standing reception for up to 50.
Rehearsal dinners
An intimate, relaxed pre-wedding dinner near Union Square, with prix-fixe courses and vegan or vegetarian options on request.
After-parties & live performances
We’re open until 3 AM, so Ichibantei is a natural home for after-parties — and we can host gatherings with live performances. Tell us what you have in mind.
Menus & pricing
Celebrations are served from our two prix-fixe course menus — $60 or $75 per person — with vegan and vegetarian options available on request. A full upstairs buyout is available for larger groups, quoted on request.
Plan your event
Send us your event details — group size, preferred course ($60 or $75), date and the occasion — and we usually reply within 24 hours. Prefer to talk? Email info@ichibanteiny.com or call (917) 965-2327.
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can you host?
Around 28–32 seated, or up to 50 for a standing / mixed reception.
Can we have the space to ourselves?
Yes — buy out the entire upstairs floor, best for groups of about 20 or more.
How much does it cost?
$60 or $75 per person prix-fixe; full-floor buyouts are quoted on request.
How late are you open?
Until 3 AM — ideal for after-parties.