Pulcinella!/Original Nite Cap
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About the Space
Private event venue in New Orleans, LA | Pulcinella! & The Original Nite Cap Pulcinella! in New Orleans offers a delightful blend of Italian tradition and contemporary charm for your private events. Located at 1300 St. Bernard Avenue in the city’s historic 7th Ward, this inviting restaurant combines the soul of a Sicilian trattoria with the creative flair that defines New Orleans dining. It’s an intimate, design-forward space that feels both elevated and comfortable—ideal for celebrations that value great food, wine, and company in equal measure. The restaurant accommodates up to 80 guests seated, making it well suited for rehearsal dinners, milestone birthdays, or smaller wedding receptions. Guests enjoy the cozy, candlelit atmosphere and personalized service from a team that treats every event as its own story. The curated Sicilian-Italian menu features handmade pastas, seasonal seafood, and wood-inspired entrées complemented by a thoughtful wine list and craft cocktail program. Whether a formal dinner or a relaxed reception, Pulcinella! delivers the warmth of Italian hospitality with the spirit of New Orleans. Upstairs, the Original Nite Cap offers a sleek speakeasy-style cocktail lounge where up to 100 guests can unwind in a space built for both elegance and energy. This fully restored 7th Ward nightclub features a stage for live bands and performances, a large-format projector for movie screenings or presentations, a full PA system, a poker table, and a completely customizable bar program. The space is perfect for baby showers, engagement parties, bachelor or bachelorette gatherings, or late-night cocktail receptions that want to capture that classic New Orleans edge. Why You Should Book: Together, Pulcinella! and the Original Nite Cap provide one of the city’s most versatile event experiences—an intimate Italian dining room downstairs paired with a vintage-style cocktail lounge upstairs. The Dirty Dime Productions team offers full event planning and production support, including booking live entertainment such as jazz, burlesque, circus or sideshow acts. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gathering, or milestone celebration, these sister venues deliver the charm, flavor, and flair that make New Orleans unforgettable. Types of Events: Rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, milestone birthdays, engagement parties, corporate gatherings, cocktail receptions, bachelor/bachelorette weekends, and entertainment-driven celebrations. Book your next private dining experience or special event at Pulcinella! and The Original Nite Cap today.
See moreUp to 100 guests
$25-$50/person
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Type of Event Space
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Rentable Spaces
The Original Nite Cap
Up to 49 guests
The **Original Nite Cap** is our speakeasy-style cocktail lounge and cabaret on the second floor. Home to Bella Blue's "Whiskey&Rhinestones" burlesque feature show, as well as her other productions including "The Blue Velvet Revue", "The Graduates", and "The Dirty Dime Peep Show" the entertainment options are limitless. Or perhaps you just want to enjoy our spacious cocktail bar, take in a sporting event on our big screen projector, host your own entertainment, hold a poker game, or transform it into your own, personal theater. Because of a variance due to historical preservation requirements, the upstairs is not as accessible as we would prefer. Please coordinate with us if you have specific accessibility needs and we will do what we can to accomodate.
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Food & Beverage Policy
No outside food or beverage allowed
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we bring our own decorations or signage?
Absolutely! We have some limitations on hanging/wall damage, but generally this is OK. We will work with you to ensure you can decorate to your heart's content.
Do you provide event staffing or coordinators?
Owners Bella and Andy are passionate about New Orleans culture and will be available to assist you in making your event special. Whether its their knowledge of local bands, deep connection to the performance art community, or extensive knowledge of food and wine, they will make your event special.
Can I rent just the space without food and beverage?
We are very flexible in how our spaces are utilized. Let us know your ideas and we will work with you as best as possible to accommodate them.
Pricing
Detailed pricing is available on request
Send an inquiry and the venue will share pricing details for your event.
Reviews · 5.0 (17)
Leave a ReviewAmazing meal!! They really elevated the space since taking over the green rooms old location. Fantastic events upstairs where they also serve. Great addition to the city and very affordable for such high quality dishes!
Everything about Pulcinella is amazing! The servers, food, and restaurant ambience are 10/10. It’s fun to go with a group and order a number of pasta and entrees so you can try everything!! Our server, Keely, was extremely attentive and kind. Not only is the restaurant amazing, you can hit the Nite Cap after dining to see a show! I’d recommend to locals and anyone visiting New Orleans. Love this spot. And you have to get the meatball!!!
See moreI’ve dined at the restaurant 3x now - both for casual dinners and for a special event with a small group. Each time the food has been top notch. I’ve been craving that amazing bread! Proteins were perfectly temped. Pastas and salads 🤌🤌🤌. And believe me, I samples something off of everyone’s plate. 😝 I also have really enjoyed the cocktails here and upstairs - really nicely balanced and creative. If you get the chance, see the burlesque show upstairs. Bella and her crew are the best in the biz.
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Location
1300 St Bernard Ave First Floor, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
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