Experience the joy of festive gatherings with exclusive private dining spaces available for holiday celebrations and other special occasions at renowned New Orleans restaurants.
Tujague’s
When you are one of the oldest and most famous restaurants in the city, you have hosted your fair share of private parties.
From rehearsal dinners to wedding receptions, Tujague’s can create the perfect setting for a quintessential French Quarter event you will never forget, with some of the best private dining rooms New Orleans has to offer.
The recently renovated three-story restaurant offers six (6) dining rooms, all of which are beautifully decorated in traditional New Orleans and Tujague’s décor, dating back to its opening in 1865, and can accommodate events for 10 – 300 guests.
The First Floor: Parlor Room-40 seats, Begue Room-30 seats, Courtyard- 48 seats, Begue Room & Courtyard-50 reception
The Second Floor: Patio Room-40 seats, Krewe of Iris Room-64 seats, Balcony Room-20 seats, Iris Room, Annex & Balcony-100 seats, Second Floor buyout – 130 Reception
The Third Floor: Steven Latter Room-60 seats, Guichet Room-24 seats, Steven Latter & Guichet Room-60 reception.
Costera
Costera is the wildly popular coastal Spanish restaurant & bar in Uptown New Orleans owned by Chef Brian Burns and Reno De Ranieri, who also owns the Northern Italian hotspot, Osteria Lupo.
Costera serves an extensive selection of small and large plates highlighting Louisiana produce and Gulf seafood in a modern yet casual, communal dining setting.
The restaurant features a stunning two-story private dining room that can seat up to 50 or 65 guests standing.
An iron staircase, soft hues of yellow, brushed concrete floors, and warm woodwork harmoniously evoke the feeling of a Mediterranean villa.
A private bar and a variety of menu options make Costera the perfect spot for a celebration.
Birdy’s Behind the Bower
Birdy’s Behind the Bower is the charming Instagram-worthy spot perched in the back of New Orleans’ Framework building in the Lower Garden District.
The restaurant serves an all-day brunch featuring Southern-inspired, locally sourced American cuisine inside and in the welcoming outdoor courtyard.
Chefs work closely with partner farm, Sugar Roots, to source fresh, local ingredients for dishes that range from comforting house-made breakfast items and specialty toasts to health-conscious power bowls and salads.
Those looking to celebrate can enjoy a private brunch in the dining room of sister restaurant, The Bower.
The lush space seats 30 for a plated brunch or up to 40 guests for a buffet-style brunch and features living green walls and plants from locally-owned landscape architects Luna Botanicals.
Palettes of gray and marble accents add an element of sophistication, making the space feel like a swanky cocktail bar where polished service takes center stage.
Commons Club, Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Commons Club, the social epicenter of Virgin Hotels New Orleans, is a dynamic restaurant, bar, and lounge offering a modern social club experience for locals and visitors alike.
Diners can expect meticulously executed West Coast cuisine with Mediterranean influences and a New Orleans touch.
In addition to The Shag Room & Dreamboat, there are other multiple event spaces perfect for intimate, small, or large gatherings.
Of course, all private dining experiences and events will feature the Virgin Hotels’ signature touch and expertly crafted cuisine.
Shag Room | 380 square feet / max occupancy 30: Tucked inside Commons Club, The Shag Room is an intimate yet inviting and playful space featuring colorful furniture for ample seating with plush, luxurious fabrics, custom decoupage wallpaper, and local New Orleans art.
Dreamboat Lounge | 1,600 square feet / max occupancy 100: Adjacent to The Pool Club on the 13th floor, Dreamboat is an indoor air-conditioned space that evokes a sense of the outdoors with lush greenery, lanterns, and locally designed latticework.
Additional Spaces:
The Manor | 1,860 square feet/max occupancy 150: The walls showcase arched colonnades with custom murals evoking a sense of space and bringing the energy of the city inside. Airy large-scale copper Vertigo pendant lights, a design icon of Petite Friture hang from the tall ceiling and inspire movement. Bring your dream wedding to life with the help of Virgin Hotels’ wedding team in this intimately unique space.
The Lounge Pre-function | 907 square feet/max occupancy 75: Accessed via a sweeping art-filled staircase and overlooking Commons Club Bar, this second-floor lounge provides the perfect backdrop for your special event, complete with a second-floor outdoor balcony terrace. Furnished with an eclectic yet curated sensibility, the overall lounge spaces are upbeat and playful yet versatile.