Best Private Dining Rooms Restaurants in Chelsea (10011)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Noz 17
A seven‑seat Michelin‑starred omakase counter — total privacy and elite sushi technique.
Notable Picks
#1
Noz 17
8.5
Michelin‑starred omakase sushi downtown serving a reservation‑only seven-seat private counter — ideal for an elevated, intimate multi‑course experience in Chelsea. The service is focused and precise, and the chef‑driven tasting menu is well‑reviewed among critics and guests alike.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase tasting course, Seasonal nigiri selection, Chef’s choice dessert
What makes it special: A seven‑seat Michelin‑starred omakase counter — total privacy and elite sushi technique.
#2
Café Chelsea
8.3
Classic French‑bistro style dining in a cozy, art‑filled space offering full and semi‑private rooms for small groups or larger events. Locals appreciate its all‑day menu and warm lighting for intimate dinners or celebratory meals. Private rooms like Cave À Vin offer a charming, Paris‑inspired ambiance for parties of 30+.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Frites, Chelsea Cheeseburger with Fries, Goat Cheese Croquettes
What makes it special: Hotel-bistro frites with real technique and a cinematic dining room.
Worthy Picks
#3
El Quijote
7.8
A revived Hotel Chelsea landmark that leans into old-world Spanish classics in a richly atmospheric setting. The kitchen stays traditional—think tapas, grilled meats, and paellas—while the bar program and historic décor elevate it into a destination experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Jamón ibérico & pan con tomate, Croquetas de jamón, Paella mixta
What makes it special: Historic Chelsea Spanish dining room reborn inside Hotel Chelsea.