MáLà Project - East Village
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Private event venue in New York, NY | MáLà Project - East Village MáLà Project – East Village brings bold Sichuan flavors and an energetic downtown vibe to one of Manhattan’s most eclectic neighborhoods. This vibrant private event venue blends exposed brick, warm wood tones, and communal seating to create a lively yet welcoming atmosphere perfect for social gatherings. The setting reflects the creative pulse of the East Village while offering a polished backdrop for memorable private dining experiences. The menu centers around the restaurant’s signature customizable dry pot, allowing guests to build their own combination of proteins, vegetables, noodles, and spice levels. Designed for sharing, the experience encourages interaction and conversation, making it ideal for group dining. Complemented by classic Sichuan small plates and thoughtfully crafted beverages, the culinary program delivers a distinctive and immersive dining event unlike a traditional party venue. MáLà Project – East Village accommodates reservations for 1 to 9 guests and large parties of 10 to 24 with curated group dining menus. While partial buyouts are not available at this location, full restaurant buyouts can host between 25 and 100 guests for seated dinners or cocktail-style receptions. Custom prix fixe menus, shareable platters, and beverage packages are available, along with attentive event coordination to ensure a seamless experience. Its downtown location makes it an ideal event space near NYU, Union Square, and Lower Manhattan for both social and corporate gatherings. As a private event venue in the East Village, MáLà Project offers a high-energy, flavor-driven alternative to conventional event spaces. The interactive dry pot format transforms any gathering into a shared culinary adventure, perfect for team dinners, birthday celebrations, and rehearsal dinners. Conveniently located in one of New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods, this corporate event venue and special occasion restaurant combines accessibility, atmosphere, and bold cuisine in one unforgettable setting. MáLà Project – East Village is ideal for corporate dinners, networking events, milestone birthdays, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, holiday gatherings, wedding welcome dinners, cocktail receptions, and large group dining celebrations. Book your next private dining experience at MáLà Project – East Village today.
See moreUp to 100 guests
$50-$100/person
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Athmosphere & Cuisine
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No outside food or beverage allowed
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122 1st Avenue, New York, New York 10009
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