Speakeasy Theater at Caveat

Theatre · Whole venue

21A Clinton Street, New York, NY 10002 –
Essex St (0.2 mi)

About this space

Our 3500 square foot cabaret-style speakeasy theater will provide you with full spectrum LED stage lighting, full audio setup & tech, projector (12' wide screen), multitrack audio recording, 3 in-house cameras with the ability to Livestream, and many more to guarantee the best quality and experience.

Different areas include a library nook, a large marble bar, and a stage with cabaret table seating.

There are up to 130 seats at cabaret tables.

Feel free to ring your food/catering - we even have kitchen space for simple prep! The bar is serving a large selection of craft beer, wine, and bar snacks.

We can help you organize many types of events, such as photoshoots, meetings, film screenings, or a party!


Event offers and packages

Package per person

Drink tickets
- House beer/wine/NA/popcorn: $11/ticket + 20% gratuity
- Anything on the menu: $14/ticket + 20% gratuity

Buyout
- House beer/wine/NA/popcorn: $14/person/hour + 20% gratuity
- Unlimited beverage/food: $21/person/hour + 20% gratuity

Prices

Sunday
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $1300 hire fee
Per session
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $1300 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
- All prices are starting rates and may increase based on the overall scope of your event.
- Weekday afternoon (before 5:30pm) pricing is negotiable with a minimum of 1 hour.
- Weekend afternoons (before 5:30pm) are a 3-hour minimum.
- We offer two evening slots Monday - Saturday: 5:30-8:30pm and 8:30-11:30pm.
- Full evening buyouts are available.
- Additional services are available at an additional fee. Please ask for more information.
Minimum tip amount for all events is $30/hour per bar staff member.

Menu offerings:
- Bar snacks (candy, popcorn, Empanada Mama empanadas): $4-6
- Beer: $7-12
- Wine: $9-14
- Non-liquor Cocktails: $11-14
- Non-alcoholic (NA beers, wine, mixed drinks, sodas): $4-9
Monday
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per session
5:30 pm – 1:00 am
from $1600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
- All prices are starting rates and may increase based on the overall scope of your event.
- Weekday afternoon (before 5:30pm) pricing is negotiable with a minimum of 1 hour.
- Weekend afternoons (before 5:30pm) are a 3-hour minimum.
- We offer two evening slots Monday - Saturday: 5:30-8:30pm and 8:30-11:30pm.
- Full evening buyouts are available.
- Additional services are available at an additional fee. Please ask for more information.
Minimum tip amount for all events is $30/hour per bar staff member.

Menu offerings:
- Bar snacks (candy, popcorn, Empanada Mama empanadas): $4-6
- Beer: $7-12
- Wine: $9-14
- Non-liquor Cocktails: $11-14
- Non-alcoholic (NA beers, wine, mixed drinks, sodas): $4-9
Tuesday
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per session
5:30 pm – 1:00 am
from $1600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
- All prices are starting rates and may increase based on the overall scope of your event.
- Weekday afternoon (before 5:30pm) pricing is negotiable with a minimum of 1 hour.
- Weekend afternoons (before 5:30pm) are a 3-hour minimum.
- We offer two evening slots Monday - Saturday: 5:30-8:30pm and 8:30-11:30pm.
- Full evening buyouts are available.
- Additional services are available at an additional fee. Please ask for more information.
Minimum tip amount for all events is $30/hour per bar staff member.

Menu offerings:
- Bar snacks (candy, popcorn, Empanada Mama empanadas): $4-6
- Beer: $7-12
- Wine: $9-14
- Non-liquor Cocktails: $11-14
- Non-alcoholic (NA beers, wine, mixed drinks, sodas): $4-9
Wednesday
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per session
5:30 pm – 1:00 am
from $1600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
- All prices are starting rates and may increase based on the overall scope of your event.
- Weekday afternoon (before 5:30pm) pricing is negotiable with a minimum of 1 hour.
- Weekend afternoons (before 5:30pm) are a 3-hour minimum.
- We offer two evening slots Monday - Saturday: 5:30-8:30pm and 8:30-11:30pm.
- Full evening buyouts are available.
- Additional services are available at an additional fee. Please ask for more information.
Minimum tip amount for all events is $30/hour per bar staff member.

Menu offerings:
- Bar snacks (candy, popcorn, Empanada Mama empanadas): $4-6
- Beer: $7-12
- Wine: $9-14
- Non-liquor Cocktails: $11-14
- Non-alcoholic (NA beers, wine, mixed drinks, sodas): $4-9
Thursday
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per session
5:30 pm – 1:00 am
from $1600 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
- All prices are starting rates and may increase based on the overall scope of your event.
- Weekday afternoon (before 5:30pm) pricing is negotiable with a minimum of 1 hour.
- Weekend afternoons (before 5:30pm) are a 3-hour minimum.
- We offer two evening slots Monday - Saturday: 5:30-8:30pm and 8:30-11:30pm.
- Full evening buyouts are available.
- Additional services are available at an additional fee. Please ask for more information.
Minimum tip amount for all events is $30/hour per bar staff member.

Menu offerings:
- Bar snacks (candy, popcorn, Empanada Mama empanadas): $4-6
- Beer: $7-12
- Wine: $9-14
- Non-liquor Cocktails: $11-14
- Non-alcoholic (NA beers, wine, mixed drinks, sodas): $4-9
Friday
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per session
5:30 pm – 1:00 am
from $2500 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
- All prices are starting rates and may increase based on the overall scope of your event.
- Weekday afternoon (before 5:30pm) pricing is negotiable with a minimum of 1 hour.
- Weekend afternoons (before 5:30pm) are a 3-hour minimum.
- We offer two evening slots Monday - Saturday: 5:30-8:30pm and 8:30-11:30pm.
- Full evening buyouts are available.
- Additional services are available at an additional fee. Please ask for more information.
Minimum tip amount for all events is $30/hour per bar staff member.

Menu offerings:
- Bar snacks (candy, popcorn, Empanada Mama empanadas): $4-6
- Beer: $7-12
- Wine: $9-14
- Non-liquor Cocktails: $11-14
- Non-alcoholic (NA beers, wine, mixed drinks, sodas): $4-9
Saturday
8:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1300–$2500 hire fee
Per session
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
from $1300 hire fee
Per session
5:30 pm – 1:00 am
from $2500 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
- All prices are starting rates and may increase based on the overall scope of your event.
- Weekday afternoon (before 5:30pm) pricing is negotiable with a minimum of 1 hour.
- Weekend afternoons (before 5:30pm) are a 3-hour minimum.
- We offer two evening slots Monday - Saturday: 5:30-8:30pm and 8:30-11:30pm.
- Full evening buyouts are available.
- Additional services are available at an additional fee. Please ask for more information.
Minimum tip amount for all events is $30/hour per bar staff member.

Menu offerings:
- Bar snacks (candy, popcorn, Empanada Mama empanadas): $4-6
- Beer: $7-12
- Wine: $9-14
- Non-liquor Cocktails: $11-14
- Non-alcoholic (NA beers, wine, mixed drinks, sodas): $4-9

Capacity

Standing
up to 15
Cabaret
up to 115

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- We are a 21+ venue and check for valid photo IDs at the door.
- No smoking or vaping is allowed in the venue.
- Food and drink options are available. No outside liquor is allowed.
- Damage to the space or equipment will be charged to the client.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

SR
Steven R.
September 2024
Excellent communication
5.0

About Caveat

The Caveat is a cabaret comedy theater located deep under Clinton Street. We champion nerdy, funny art – and sell cheap drinks.

You can rent our space for your own, private events. Got a book to launch, a party to throw, a film to screen, a photo to shoot, or a pod to cast – our stylish LES cabaret speakeasy could be just the place you’re looking for.

We'd love to host your event!


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