Excited to host Christmas dinner in a warm setting and comfort food, making your guests feel like they're being treated at Hudson Hound? How about delicious Italian cuisine to match The Monk Room in Porta Jersey City? Whether you prefer group dining for 40 or an intimate dining room for 10, Giggster has you covered.
From lavish and elegant private dining rooms in Midtown Manhattan to inexpensive sushi counters and speakeasy wine cellars for Sunday brunch, lunch, and dinner, many Jersey City restaurants offer exclusive dining areas ready to host your private event.
We help you find the perfect private dining room to celebrate in style so you can focus on the party planning. Scroll through the curated listings on the Giggster app and reserve an entire space or a private room that meets your requirements and doesn't cost a fortune.
Looking forward to planning your best friend’s bridal shower? Or throwing a surprise birthday party for your partner? Perhaps you want to bring your team closer together with dinner and cocktails? A dining room just for yourselves will fill the bill nicely. Giggster has a number of fantastic restaurants in Jersey City, ideal for private parties and memorable celebrations.
Send your grandfather off to retirement in style by booking an exclusive dining space that reflects his style. Let the guest of honor decide on the menu—from American cuisine by a pool restaurant to a farm-to-table dining experience with the freshest seasonal ingredients in a countryside cottage. You won't have trouble finding what you want on the Giggster app.
A rustic farmhouse sets the stage for the Pinterest-perfect wedding reception or Sunday family brunch. Imagine being surrounded by vineyards, green nature, and gorgeous scenery while celebrating a special occasion with your loved ones—it can't get any better than that.
An after-work get-together with colleagues strengthens team spirit. It's a great way to relax and mingle while munching on tasty appetizers and sipping cocktails or fine wine. A chic rooftop restaurant with a private dining room and a bar downtown sounds like just the place to unwind after a busy work day.
Corporate events don't always have to be formal. Book a large private dining space outdoors and enjoy private dining al-fresco style. Whether it's a restaurant by the beach, a winery in the countryside, or a hidden garden in Manhattan, you are sure to find what you're looking for on Giggster.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Giggster's 1 exquisite restaurants help you celebrate your special event far from the excessive noise of the main dining room. From a private table at a speakeasy bar and lounge to an entire space in an Italian trattoria, it's easy to find the perfect intimate spot on Giggster.
Hassle-Free Booking: Giggster's user-friendly interface makes it easy to find and book a fantastic space for your next party. Narrow down your search by using our filter to find the location and restaurant that ticks all the boxes.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Did your business dinner get postponed? With our 24-hour cancellation policy, there is no need to panic. You can cancel within 24 hours of confirmation as long as the booking is made at least 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Platform Protections: Provide security and protect your private event with Giggster's optional protection packages that cover damage, liability, and more. Book a location knowing you have all the coverage you need.
From team assemblies to rehearsal dinners to family milestones and baby showers, Jersey City has private dining spaces to accommodate all kinds of celebrations.
Bridal Shower – Fun Parties. Help your best friend beat the pre-wedding jitters with a fun party with close friends and family. Pick a poolside restaurant for an intimate brunch, and soak in the sun while sipping Mai Thais and refreshing Mojitos. Small Neighborhood Bar/Restaurant offers a little slice of paradise that will help cheer up the bride-to-be.
Company Party – Boosting Team Morale. Looking for a way to thank your team for a productive year? Make it a party in one of Giggsters' exclusive restaurants. Have food stations set up and provide enough space for mingling and dancing because it's not all about sitting and chatting.
Birthday Party – Casual Soirees. Book the back of a retro diner space in Greenville and enjoy the privacy of a sit-down dinner to celebrate your birthday. Order a la carte burgers, steak frites, or rotisserie chicken and enjoy traditional American food the way people used to.
Networking Events – Interactive Dinner. Whether it's a webinar, a workshop, or a happy hour meeting, networking events help you connect with like-minded professionals. Book the private dining space of a seafood restaurant to leave an impression, or opt for tapas in a semi-private space in a Spanish restaurant for a casual vibe. For unique experiences and fun-filled networking events, reserve one of Giggster's standout restaurants with private rooms.
Engagement Party – Kicking Off Festivities in Style. You said yes? Congratulations! The next step is to celebrate this special occasion with friends and family. And what better way to toast to new beginnings than with food, music, and dancing? It is even better when it's far from the busyness of the main dining room of your favorite restaurant.
From top-tier cuisine and expert staff to audio-visual equipment and beyond, here are the must-haves for restaurants with private rooms to ensure a successful event.
What's the capacity of the private dining room? Before reserving your private diner, ensure it has the space you need to accommodate guests without them pressing against each other. Think of the table layout, the space between chairs, and whether there's an area to mingle and dance.
Can you play your own playlist? If you are planning an event on a budget, connecting your phone to the speakers is a great idea to cut costs on a DJ or a band. Check if the space you want to rent can accommodate this idea.
Does the private room have its own bar or a restroom? What's the point of an exclusive dining experience if there is no private restroom or your own bar where you can get a drink pronto? The last thing you want is for people to have to walk to the opposite side of the restaurant and wait in line to powder their noses. Make sure the private dining venue you want to book has these two essential amenities.
Advantages
One of the biggest advantages of hosting a private dining event is that you don't have to stay up late to clean once the party is over.
Renting a private diner for your next event means not having to cook for hours on end. Discuss the menu with the chef and choose a variety of food to satisfy the dietary requirements and needs of each guest.
No one should know your company's goals, secrets, and plans. With exclusive access to a private dining space, you can keep business talk behind closed doors, away from eavesdropping ears.
Disadvantages
Restaurants in Jersey City can get really busy, especially during peak hours. If you want peace and quiet, book the special room on the second floor or the back of the restaurant, where patron noise can't reach you.
It's hard to score a reservation in Jersey City restaurants, especially during the holiday season. Secure your spot way in advance, or you'll be stuck with choices you don't even want to consider.
Private dining is not cheap. All these tailored-to-your-needs experiences can come at a high cost. But we can't argue that it's not worth every penny.
Whether you are a seasoned event planner or this is your debut, these are the key factors to consider to ensure a smooth and successful party in a private room of a restaurant.
Set Your Goals – No event should start without clear goals and objectives. Ask yourself the reason you are hosting this gathering and what you hope to achieve. Want to raise $1 million for charity? Understand your goals to get where you want to.
Work Out a Budget – Before you start planning the menu, get too excited with the decor, or look for upscale party venues you can't afford, create a solid budget and try to stick to it. Knowing your budget will help you set realistic goals. Can you afford a DJ for your cocktail party? Will serving fresh seafood cost a fortune? Set a clear budget and check the chosen restaurant for private event pricing and options that won't break the bank.
Serve a Feast – It ain't a party without food, so whatever the celebration, come up with a menu that will cater to the needs of each guest. Vegetarian? Check! Vegan? Check! Offer substitute meals for guests with allergies and food intolerance.
Entertain – Celebrating a colleague's retirement? Or welcoming of a new member of the family? Perhaps you need no special occasion to gather your family for a lovely dinner. Find a way to lift the spirit of the room and keep the party alive with live music, a comedy act, trivia, interactive games, and activities.
Planning a private function on a tight budget can be pretty challenging. Use these cost-effective ideas to throw an event in the private dining room of a restaurant without pinching pennies on what matters.
Take advantage of the specials and discounts.
Don't be hasty when booking your venue. Most restaurants with private dining rooms offer wedding packages, drinks and food promos, happy hours, and more! You could even get a discount for early booking, all the more reason to secure your spot with Giggster starting at just $1,000/hour.
Be flexible with dates.
A good rule of thumb for saving money is to rent a private dining room off-season, on a weekday, and for lunch rather than dinner. If that works for you, you can cut costs tremendously.
Host a limited bar.
While an open bar can keep the party going, it can burn a hole in the wallet. Limit the alcohol to wine and beer rather than a full range of options, or limit the number of free drinks and watch the savings pile up. When guests reach the limit, they can continue drinking at their own expense.
Dip into a wide selection of listings on Giggster, carefully curated just for you. Use the app to find exactly what you need to host a fun-filled event people will remember for months on end.