Centrale · Grand Central · New York

Cocktail Receptions at Centrale

Bring people together for a reception at Centrale, where Italian hospitality sets the tone for conversation. Plan a client gathering, a team celebration or a social occasion with time to mix and mingle.

Share your guest count, timing and the feel you have in mind. Our events team can discuss the appropriate arrangement and the food and beverage options for your event.

Plan Your Cocktail Reception

Make conversation the occasion

Client and company receptions

Welcome clients, connect colleagues or thank your team with a gathering beyond the office.

Networking gatherings

Bring your professional community together and give new conversations room to develop.

Social receptions

Gather friends for a milestone, welcome party or celebration after another event.

Choose the setting for your reception

Semi-private arrangements are within the restaurant. For an event with exclusive use, ask about a full restaurant buyout.

Reception guest counts depend on the event arrangement. Our team will confirm the appropriate layout and guest count for your plans.

Italian dining, planned around your event

Bring your guests together over Italian food and drinks at Centrale. Tell us how you would like the occasion to unfold, from a meal with time to talk to a more informal reception. Our events team can discuss the food and beverage options for your group.

Event menus, packages, prices and minimums are available by request. Please share dietary restrictions and allergies in advance.

Sound, screens and staffing

Eight televisions, a Devialet Phantom sound system, Wi-Fi and dedicated staff are available. A/V staff are available at an additional cost. Please include your technical and service needs in your inquiry.

Start with a few details

Tell us your preferred date, approximate guest count, start and end times, and what you are celebrating. If your date or format is flexible, let us know.

Our events team will discuss the arrangements, menus and pricing with you and typically responds within 24 hours.

Planning your gathering

Is the event space private?

Centrale offers semi-private arrangements and group dining within the restaurant. There are no separate private dining rooms. Exclusive use is available through a full restaurant buyout; ask our events team about the right format for your gathering.

How many guests can attend a reception?

Reception guest counts depend on the arrangement and event format. Share your expected guest count so our team can confirm an appropriate layout and discuss semi-private options or a full buyout.

What are the event prices and minimums?

Packages, prices and minimums are available by request. Share your preferred date, guest count and event format so our team can discuss the options with you.

What A/V and event support are available?

Centrale has eight televisions and a Devialet Phantom sound system. Wi-Fi and dedicated staff are available. A/V staff are available at an additional cost. Share your technical needs so our team can confirm the setup for your event.

What if our guests have dietary restrictions?

Please include dietary restrictions and allergies in your inquiry so our team can discuss the menu with you before you book.

When will I hear back?

Our events team typically responds within 24 hours. Include your preferred date, guest count, timing and any special requirements in your inquiry.

Plan Your Cocktail Reception

Share your plans with our events team. We typically respond within 24 hours.

Start Your Event Inquiry