Cinematic East Village Café | Production | Events & Shoots

About the Space

A cinematic East Village café available for commercial shoots, brand content, private events, and corporate gatherings. Production-ready with 14-foot ceilings, versatile backdrops, and Parisian-inspired interiors. Perfect for film productions, podcast recordings, birthday parties, and brand activations. PRODUCTION SPECS - 14-foot ceilings with crown molding - 1,200 sq ft interior space - Ground-level entry with dedicated load-in on quiet residential block - Minimal street noise (ideal for dialogue recording) - Climate-controlled year-round - 20-amp circuits throughout - Back-of-house crew staging area - Flexible furniture layout VISUAL FEATURES Parisian-inspired interiors with botanical wallpaper, vintage furniture, marble tables, and warm ambient lighting. Custom-built bar backdrop, textured walls, and layered décor create cinematic depth. The space authentically reads as: - Upscale café (daytime scenes) - Intimate cocktail bar (evening scenes) - Creative workspace / co-working lounge - Elegant event space No set dressing required - it's a fully operational café with design-forward interiors that photograph beautifully. FOR PRODUCTIONS & SHOOTS - Commercial shoots (food & beverage, lifestyle, fashion) - Narrative shorts and indie features - Brand content and social campaigns - Podcast recordings and interview setups - Editorial photography - Music videos Perfect for wide establishing shots or intimate close-up frames. Multiple camera angles and seating configurations within one location. FOR PRIVATE EVENTS - Birthday parties and celebrations - Corporate mixers and team offsites - Product launches and brand activations - Baby showers and engagement parties BYOB permitted for private events. Capacity: 40 seated / 75 standing. CAPACITY & LOGISTICS - Accommodates productions of various crew sizes - 40 seated for events and meetings - 75 standing for receptions and activations - Ground-floor access (no stairs, no elevators) - Close to L train at 1st Ave - Available 24/7 by appointment - Fully private during your booking LIGHTING Warm ambient lighting (dimmable). Bring your own lighting package - ceiling height accommodates stands and modifiers. ACCESS & BOOKING Ground-floor location on a quiet East Village block. Street parking and nearby garages. Flexible with custom setups, furniture moves, and extended production schedules. RATES - Productions & Shoots: $400/hour - Private Events: $550/hour Custom pricing available for full-day, multi-day, or overnight bookings. Message with your project details for a tailored quote.