Have your part(ies) here!…read more We used EDBM to throw a party at The East Wing (Upper East Side) for my daughter's 1st birthday celebration. My wife and I were beyond pleased! They guided us along from the beginning exploratory conversations, through the booking, the food and room setup, to the execution of the event. Wow...they are awesome and they know their stuff! Everything was a smashing success. Special kudos to how they knew all of what to expect too...ie. they were spot on right down to knowing certain foods wouldn't really be eaten as much as others (yes, we went against their advice and yes, we were wrong...lol...but good news is I have tons of leftovers for lunch this week!) Other notes: East Wing is perfect for about 50 people, especially if you need tables and other things laid out in the space. Its well lit but private, their is a bathroom in the room, there are great nooks and crannies to store things (strollers, presents, etc) and the food is both delicious and portioned correctly. We did a lot of research and the way EDBM prices its party packages is by far the best, especially for the nicer ambiance and food quality. They are upfront with all their charges, and at the end of the day, you definitely get more for your money than you would at other places around town of similar size and service. Also, a special kudos to their onsite party host, Lindsay. She is a master party manager, bartender, hostess, problem solver, and generally kind-spirited person. She answered questions, made us comfortable and assisted us in every possible way. Amazing at her job! They all are - Christine, Niki and Brittany. Bravo! We would 100% recommend EDBM to any and all who seek a suggestion for where to have a party.

Okay, so I booked my brother's bachelor party with the girls of Eat Drink and be Merry and let me…read moretell you how wonderful and accommodating they were and the services they provide. I can't remember all of the names but I believe there was a Brittany, Christine and I want to say Kate. Our first part of the night we started off at the Gin Mill for dinner. I got to be honest the food was a lot better than what I thought it was going to be. Pasta, Chicken, Steak, potatoes, tator tots, all delicious. Maggie, who was I guess the host of the party was excellent along with our bartender. I cannot remember her name but she was blonde (sorry) and very on top of whatever drinks we needed. I rate everything at this place a 10 Our limo driver Steve who was flat out the man...enough said!!!!! He catered to us as best as he could and went above and beyond. I would definitely have him as a limo driver again. As Steve took us to Down the hatch, the bartenders were there ready to wait on us, and they didn't disappoint. (Maggie called ahead for us!) The one down point of the night was when we ordered wings the staff brought the wings and set them up over on a shelf by the main door. The bouncer came over and asked us to clear the doorway. I understand 100% he was doing his job, but this is where the staff put the wings. I explained to him that we will move out of the way the best we could to not block the doorway, but asked him where were we going to go to eat? I said if you can find us a table I will gladly move. This bouncer had a Dallas Cowboys hat on and, said " you want me to find you a table, not my problem. Okay guy! We left immediately! Guy was just a rude................well you get the point. I called Maggie to explain to her the situation immediately and made sure she knew that we were not out of control, not causing any problems etc.... Next up, 3 sheets saloon. Everything about this place was outstanding. We had a waitress and I can't remember her name, but she was from Australia and she just kept bringing round after round until the open bar time was up! The bouncer Ivan was pretty awesome too. He kept us entertained throughout the night. All in all, the night turned out to be a good time..and I would recommend booking as everything went smoothly with the exception of the bouncer issue, but one guy with an ego, wasn't going to ruin our night.

An extraordinary evening at Spiga Trattoria! A true hidden gem that delivers a refined and…read moreunforgettable dining experience. Rather than ordering traditionally, we asked the kitchen to prepare whatever the chef felt inspired to create for us, and they exceeded every expectation. Each course felt thoughtfully curated, showcasing impeccable technique and exceptional ingredients, many beautifully sourced from Italy. Marco provided a level of hospitality that was nothing short of outstanding. His attentive, one-on-one guidance through each course, sharing the story behind each dish, from ingredients to origin, added a deeply personal and elevated touch to the evening. The intimate, charming setting only enhances the experience, allowing the cuisine and service to take center stage. Every detail felt intentional, every bite memorable. A truly luxurious and bespoke dining experience. We left thoroughly impressed and can't wait to return.

A poor disappointment tonight. I guess there are off nights and I am very sad to report this was…read moreone of them. My fish was a beautiful presentation but that's all I can say that was good. Served with raw broccoli and carrots and greasy peppers just for my taste a really poor combination choice. Bland dry potato cake. My husband's lamb chops were under seasoned and each one cooked to a different temperature. ***This is one of our very favorite restaurants and maintains a very high standard. ** We will certainly return as the previous occasions were so pleasurable. In complete transparency the manager graciously remedied the evening for us. We would highly recommend a visit.

I just had my DREAM WEDDING here. It was like a fairy tale. I would give it 10 stars if I could!…read more When I first started wedding planning, I agonized, BOY did I agonize over how to have a cost effective wedding in New York. My now husband and I are in our early/mid 30's and were paying for much of it ourselves with help from our moms. So while we had plenty of help, we did not have unlimited resources. So many reviews of NYC wedding venues say, "Oh, I had my fantasy wedding here!" Of course you did. We can all have the Manhattan wedding of our dreams with hundreds of thousands of dollars. Anyways, there are many blogs about having a New York wedding on a budget. Have your wedding in the park and then go to a nice alcohol free brunch! Have a potluck in the park! Just bring cute umbrellas and galoshes if it rains, don't worry, the pictures will be SOOO CUTE! Have a wedding at the courthouse and then hire a food truck to feed all your friends, yum and sure to impress hipsters everywhere. I know, have it on a random Wednesday afternoon! I poured through countless blogs and articles about having a wedding in Manhattan on a budget....And I was just like....no. First of all, my husband and I could not be further from "shabby chic." A farm or outdoor wedding with mason jars etc etc was just not going to work for us. (Not that that is usually any cheaper, don't be fooled!) I wanted the REAL DEAL. An aisle to walk down. A place where I could have live classical music during the ceremony. Saturday night. Dinner. Dancing. A place where I didn't need a rain plan. THE WHOLE KIT AND KABOODLE. Of course, my now husband would have been totally cool with just going to the courthouse and calling it a day, but while I am no bridezilla, I was having none of that. Everywhere I turned (looking online and making inquiries etc), the prices were out of our budget, and the venue often worked with exclusive vendors, locking you in to whatever they charged. I discovered Landmark on the Park while perusing the New York Wedding Guide "Splurge vs. Save" feature on venues. The Angel Orensanz Foundation was the "splurge", Landmark being the "save". A church wedding without ACTUALLY getting married in a church? SIGN ME UP. For about five thousand dollars, I looked no further. Seriously, I called, met Darius, and gave them our deposit right then and there. I did not shop around or visit any other place. IT IS GORGEOUS! And I mean come on-the whole church but not a church thing was perfect for a non practicing catholic bride and non practicing jewish groom getting married by their gay presbyterian aunt .They will even cover the Jesus washing feet mural and Tiffany alter for you. I could have an aisle to walk down and a beautiful acoustic for live classical music, AND have the reception and ceremony be in the same place. Yes please! They run a tight ship-they pipe and drape off the main part of the cathedral where the tables are for the reception, and the ceremony is in the front of the church. Later those chairs move to the dinner tables, and the ceremony area becomes the cocktail reception, and later the dance floor. No muss, no fuss, no big break between the ceremony and reception. Tables and piano included, no extra charge. They also include chairs but we rented smaller ballroom chairs from out caterer. Darius was a dream to work with every step of the way. Friendly, helpful, positive, pro-active. We were in such good hands and I could not be happier to have found this place. He was very responsive to all of our questions whenever we had them. While it was more work for me to have a venue that was not all inclusive, it allowed me to shop around and hire the vendors we wanted, many of whom were already dear friends, or recommended by friends. All of our friends and family kept saying they weren't expecting our wedding to be so "fancy". It truly had a grand feel to it, given the sheer size and how beautiful it looks at night with candles everywhere. And right off Central Park-it felt very much like US. Very New York, and all of our friends in the city could come without schlepping to some random midwestern suburb that neither of us visit any more. The bathrooms are a little small and not fancy-I only mention this for anyone who has a crazy mother who's going to go in there and get kooky about it. Also, you only get the venue from about 5-10 PM. People were definitely NOT ready to leave by 10, everyone was having such a great time. No big deal, I'd always rather leave people wanting more than have it get sloppy, but in hindsight I would have paid 500 extra to have the space until 11. Our wedding came in at around 30K for 100+ people smack in the middle of Manhattan, with all the fixings of a traditional wedding. And it was NICE with really and truly a high end feel to it. We have Darius and Landmark on the Park to thank and we are so grateful. It was absolutely perfect and has our highest recommendation.

Where do I begin? If you're looking for an event space, look no further. Landmark is IT…read more This was the first and last place we looked at to host our 135 person wedding. We knew from the minute we talked to Darius that planning an event here would be easy as pie. He is beyond helpful and will go out of his way to ensure your event goes off without a hitch. And he is one of the most professional vendors I have ever worked with. It's refreshing when you find someone who doesn't give you a hard time and who genuinely wants to see your event be the best it can be. Then the space itself...it's impressive, to say the least. It's beyond accommodating and spacious, and our guests couldn't stop talking about how cool and unique it was. Working with a good uplighting company can enhance it even further, but even if you can't do that, the setting is so gorgeous you won't have to worry about dressing it up too much. One of the best parts is that your rental fee includes SO MUCH. Unlike other raw spaces, which charge thousands for an empty room, Landmark saves you money in the long run by providing tables, chairs, pipe and drape, even theatrical lighting. Their staff is professional and quick. We had the ceremony and the reception in the same space, and there were no issues with turnaround time. Not to mention, the location is right across the street from Central Park! You can't ask for a better setting when it comes to wedding photos. Check out some of mine :) All in all, Landmark is truly a hidden gem that should be utilized by couples looking to add a unique flair to their wedding, without breaking the bank. I owe so much to Darius and his staff. You'll have to provide the other services (catering, DJ, etc) but knowing you've at least got the space under control is one less bit of planning stress you'll have to deal with. Feel free to DM me if you want to know more!

Great store. It's been in the hood as long as I can remember. They have lots of cool stuff. They…read moreprovide fun activities too. What would we do without educational entertainment. A place for Mothers and children to gather. Contact with live human beings instead of social media. Hey, we got to cozy up to others. If nothing else just to keep the germs shared!

This place is great! I have been here with an 8 year old girl 3 times over the past month! The…read morefirst time we came in we decided to do some ceramic painting. They have a variety of ceramics to chose from, all at different prices. It is definitely affordable, the cheapest one is like $12. Then we came here for a birthday party where she made an awesome little messenger bag. She loves it and carries it around everyday now. The staff seems knowledgeable and helpful, it's at a convenient location, and they have everything in this place. If you need a last minute bday gift for a kid, stop by. If you want to organize an awesome birthday party, this is the place! I will definitely be frequenting her as often as possible! LOVE LOVE LOVE!

Love the teachers and staff at Little Red Rocket! They have been so great to our daughters! Both…read moreour girls have attended the preschool here and they have learned so much! We've done the 2s and 3s program! We've also attended Birthdays here and it's a great space!

This place really surprised me. I was able to get a res the day of, and I was delayed by 45 min…read moreand it was not an issue. The staff here is incredibly courteous and I really appreciated that. Moreover, the decor was nice and the interior very spacious. The food was also excellent. I had the duck, side of mushrooms, Caesar salad, and roasted squash. All high quality and at a fair price point for manhattan. Reminds me of LouLou in Chelsea where you just get reliable high quality fair with a nice atmosphere. Staff at sempre far more friendly than most places though and that's what took this one over the top for me.

We took our mom here for a belated joint birthday celebration, and a lovely time was had. The…read morerestaurant has a sophisticated, coastal look about it that feels like a reprieve from the blistering summer heat; perfect for a celebration. Our waiter, Thaddeus, was wonderful, personable, and as effervescent as my Italicus Spritz! He explained the menu beautifully, and gave genuinely great recommendations. FOOD: To start, we enjoyed some of their amazing focaccia bread with Pianogrillo olive oil--luxurious, thick, delicious cuts (my family loves bread, so take my word for it). For appetizers, we had the arancini and fried calamari (with the calamari being the standout) along with broccoli rabe on the side, which was a bit bitter, though it's possible that's how it's traditionally prepared. For mains, we also shared the pesto fusilli, and the pistachio rigatoni pastas. The latter rigatoni was a universal favorite, though next time, I would like to try one of their secondi. We finished the meal with a generous portion of tiramisu that the three of us were struggling to finish--but did, because it was simply that good. Overall, one of the best Italian restaurants I've been to in New York. Fantastic food, fantastic service. Highly recommend!

This company used to give out free access and drink packages to the coolest parties in nyc. Haven't…read moreused their service in a while but they were great

Do I blame the venue or the promotion company?…read more I'm leaning towards the promotion company. In this case, that would be Overtime Group. For a company that promotes happy hour events at such beautiful metropolitan venues, I'm surprised by how poorly organized they are. I RSVP'd for this "Vodka Open Bar" event at the Empire Hotel Rooftop. The ONLY information stated on the website and the confirmation invite is that the open bar times are: 6:00-6:30pm and 8:00-8:30pm. No other information. That would be fine if the staff at the Empire Hotel Rooftop were better informed, but they weren't. We showed up a little after 5:45pm. No line. The Elevator-Button-Pusher-ID Checker let us up with no questions or information for us. We get up there and see no set up, no sign of Overtime. We randomly sit down and waved down a server to ask about the "Vodka Open Bar" procedures. She said she didn't know how the promotion company was doing it, but we may have to look for the Overtime staff lingering around the bar to give us a wristband. I got up to walk around. I see nothing. I approached the bar and asked them the same question. Bartender wasn't sure, but thinks we have to go downstairs to get a stamp. We go back downstairs and ask the same Elevator-Button-Pusher-ID Checker about the event. He pointed to the line in the lobby. We see two guys (Overtime staff, obviously) working the line with a check list and marking people's hands with a black permanent marker. We attempted to approach them to tell them we've been here this whole time with no instruction, but security stopped us and pointed to the line outside the door. Are you kidding?! We did not know that we needed to stand in line to get marked off, because we were not informed. We were not told which vodka drinks were included in this "Vodka Open Bar" event. Well only? Shelf? Specialty cocktails? We didn't know! (BTW, the "Overtime Special" price on wells is eight bucks here! That's a special?!) So it wasn't worth waiting... But it was definitely worth writing about. Sloppy. Disorganized. Not well-informing to neither patrons nor the business. Black-marker-on-the-hand-confirmation? GHETTO!

We had a wonderful time with our group of ladies to celebrate Valentine's Day with a lovely dinner…read morein the private dining room. Atmosphere and ambience is warm and inviting and the service and staff were exceptional! Chicken Parmigiana with spaghetti was delicious and large portions! Three of us ordered the chicken parmigiana and my other friend ordered chicken cutlet and lasagna. It was so lovely. They put the chicken cutlet on the bottom of the lasagna. It looked amazing and my friend said it was absolutely delicious. I have had their lasagna before and it was fantastic and HUGE portion too! We all had a fantastic time and they did have a live jazz music which was absolutely lovely. I highly recommend! Great prices and big portions.

Such a charming place, super nice ambiance and great service. Went to the restaurant in the back,…read moreyou have to walk down steps to get to it so wasn't friendly for people who use walkers or need accessibility services. Nonetheless I really enjoyed our food and the standout was actually the free bread to start. Would return!