Banquets,
Tour Groups and Corporate Events
Birdland is the perfect venue to host an event for any occasion. We have 5,500 square feet of space with an unobstructed view of the stage and a capacity of 175-200 seats. We have hosted countless events for all of the major tour companies. Many corporations, associations, and professional organizations have held events at Birdland as well. Such companies as Columbia Records, Warner Brothers Records, Atlantic Records, ECM Records, RCA/BMG Entertainment, Verve Records, Blue Note Records, WBGO Jazz 88.3, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS), Musical America, International Creative Management, Bailey's Irish Cream, Grey Goose Vodka (Sydney Frank Importing), McGraw Hill Publishers, General Electric, Pfizer, the US Army Corp of Engineers, Syracuse University, The New York State District Attorneys Association, The National Cancer Society, The National Tourette Syndrome Association and The Children's Aid Society. Our professional banquet staff will guarantee that you have a memorable experience at Birdland. All of the following amenities are available:
- Stage/Lighting
- Full Service Bar
- Coat Check
- Live Music
- Kitchen
- Wheelchair Access
- Tables & Chairs
- Dressing Room
- AV Equipment
- Linens & Flowers
- Full Service Staff
- DJ's Permitted
- Validated Parking
The standard banquet, party, or tour group prix-fixe menu includes:
Appetizer
Mesclun
Salad
with tomato wedges, shaved carrots, sliced cucumbers,
red onion + a sherry shallot
vinaigrette
Choice of Entree
Southern Fried Chicken
served with garlic mashed potatoes and collard greens
Creole Seafood Gumbo
fresh seafood simmered in a rich and spicy stew served with vegetables and Cajun rice
Penne with Smoked Mushrooms
served with scallions, leeks & red peppers finished with a dash of cream & Reggiano
Vegetarian Plate:
mushroom risotto, sauteed spinach, roasted tomatoes & grilled asparagus
CHEF's CHOICE of either Salmon OR Catfish as described below based on daily market availability:
Louisiana Blackened Catfish
served with Cajun rice and collard greens
Salmon in a Caper Lemon Butter Sauce
served with Cajun rice and asparagus
Dessert
Chocolate Mousse
served with Coffee or Hot Tea
The deluxe banquet, party, or tour group prix-fixe menu includes:
Appetizer
Caesar Salad
served with croutons, cucumbers, cranberries & shaved parmesan
Choice of Entree
Rigatoni
served with lamb shank, goat cheese, roasted tomatoes and spinach
Pan Seared Dayboat Diver Sea Scallops
served with orzo, sauteed spinach & pattypan squash & an English pea sauce
12 oz. NY Strip Steak
gorgonzola crusted with sauteed spinach, garlic mashed potatoes and crispy onions in a thyme sauce
Cajun Jambalaya
with chicken, crawfish, andouille sausage & bacon
Dessert
Creole Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce
served with Coffee or Hot Tea
The high school student party or tour group prix-fixe menu includes:
Appetizer
Mesclun Salad
with tomatoes, shaved carrots, sliced cucumbers, red onions + a sherry shallot vinaigrette
Choice of Entree
Southern Fried Chicken
served with garlic mashed potatoes and collard greens
Southern Style Macaroni & Cheese
topped with fresh bread crumbs then toasted
Birdland Burger
served with fries, lettuce, tomato & red onion
BBQ Pork Sandwich
served with sweet potato fries & homemade cole slaw
Dessert
Oreo Mud Pie
Coffee, Hot Tea or One (1) Soda
Light Fare prix-fixe menu only available at 11:00pm show includes:
Choice of Entree:
BBQ Salmon Salad
roasted salmon served over arugula, asparagus, cucumber & grape tomato salad with cherry vinaigrette
Warm Goat Cheese & Spinach Salad
served with candied walnuts, roasted apples & breaded warm goat cheese, topped with balsamic vinaigrette
Grilled Free Range Chicken Sandwich
topped with melted pepper jack cheese & served with fries & chipotle pepper aioli
Birdland Burger
served with fries, lettuce, tomato & red onion
*add sauteed onions $1
*add cheddar cheese or bacon $2
Coffee or Hot Tea
BIRDLAND CAN ALSO CREATE A SPECIALIZED MENU BASED UPON YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
If you would like to inquire about scheduling an event or need additional information, please contact us:
Tel: (212) 581-3080
Fax: (212) 956-7130
