La Caverna - Corprate Events - New York

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122 Rivington St
New York, NY 10002

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Best

We have been using La Caverna for our company's corporate events for the past 2 years. Although this is the first year I have personally worked with this venue, I could not believ...

Worst

The themed bar: it can turn out well, or seem a bit trite. La Caverna tries, but doesn’t quite make it. Clearly, lots of effort went into making this thing: stalactites, stalagmit...

Different 12/3/2006

Went here with a group for dinner and drinks. The decor is definitely is cool, and the food and drink were pretty tasty. The only thing that doesn't fit in is the hookas people were smoking. Place was empty until about 11:30. I'd try it out for a drink or even for an inexpensive dinner. more
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Romantic spot... 11/15/2006

This is the nicest ""basement"" I've been to. When you walk in you feel like you're in a nice cave. The decor and mood is nicely done. Very cozy, romantic with dim lights. The music also is soothing and relaxing. Sometimes a bit loud if you'd like to chit chat with friends. I think this place is great for a date. While the menu doesn't offer much and what it does have I think is a bit pricey for what it is, the drinks are very tasty. more
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Aweful Door Policy 10/22/2006

I wouldn't recommend this place since it has no loyalities to its regular customers. I went the previous week, had an ok time and returned the next week with friends convincing them to check it out. The doorman turned us away for no reason other than he didn't think weren't fitting the bill. I was insulted after being there many times before. Even after explaining that I'm a regular customer and spend on average $50-100 a night in drinks, he still pulled rank and gave us attitude. You know what, forget this place. I can think of hundreds of other bars in NYC with cleaner bathrooms where I'd rather spend my $$$. more
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DONT GO 9/22/2006

a bunch of friends and i went here on a friday night- where, apparently you have to be on a list to get in. on a FRIDAY night?? i think not! the bouncer was such an ***. i have no idea why he wouldnt let us in bc right after us, 3 girls got in no problem without being on a list. this place SUCKSSSSSSSSSS more
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If you like Instant Mashed Potatoes... 7/10/2006

Then this is the place for you! The cave atmosphere is cool, made it very cozy, our waitress was prompt and quite nice, for late night cocktails it'll work. \r \r However, DO NOT eat here...I haven't had ""fake"" mashed potatoes since I was a kid in camp, my chicken dish was OK, not amazing...I actually ended up getting sick afterwards, so eat at your own risk.\r \r it's basically a bar/lounge that serves food, not a restaurant. more
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Love this place 3/4/2006

La Caverna should go into the Bar/Clubs section too. Always has good music after 11:30/midnight- hip-hop, reggae, etc. Average prices ($8 for mixed drink), bartenders are tricky. Watch out for the dark-haired girl who makes you show ID for water! The long-haired guy is nice, though, as is the bathroom bouncer, Manny. Sometimes he'll dance with you while you wait. Lots of tables and chairs to put your jackets, so no real need for the coat check. The tables are free, so you don't have to get a bottle that costs $250 that other lounges require - ridiculous! I've been here on a few Fridays and Saturdays a couple times this year already, and it's always cool. Parking can be tricky (watch for parking reg's that prohibit parking at meters from midnite to 3 AM). Pros: No cover, Great DJ, Lots of places to sit Cons: No cute guys, Only 1 bathroom more
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Worst dining experience of my life 2/19/2006

I had dinner at La Caverna with a group of friends recently. It was the worst dining experience of my life. The waitress was totally inept - when we asked to order wine and for a round of waters (since we were sitting for 30 minutes without getting any), she snapped ""one thing at a time!"" We tried two different wines, they were both bad. We waited over an hour for our food, which tasted worse than your average school cafeteria fare. Out waitress never came back to our table after taking our food orders. The DJ played terrible cheesey techno at an unbearable volume. We could barely hear each other talk. Then of course the after-dinner drinks crowd swarmed in and started hovering over our table while we tried to choke down the rest of our dinner. Do NOT eat here! Cons: bad service, bad food, bad crowd more
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worst NY dining experience ever 2/19/2006

This was the worst dinner I have ever had in New York. First, the bartender had to come back four times to ask us to repeat our five drinks -- she wasn't sure how to make a gin martini. We sat, waited a half hour for bread and water, another half hour for appetizers, and at least ONE HOUR more for dinner. The food was about as good as cafeteria food, but not as warm -- from the instant mashed potatoes and frozen breaded chicken to the tasteless pasta. We waited another hour to see the waitress again to get the check. The music was bad bad techno, and the famed space was a conglomeration of Starbuck's furniture, lame pseudo-Goth curtains, stalagtites, and tables that looked like they came from a low-end catering service. I came with guests from out of town, and it was an almost comically bad experience. Pros: nothing Cons: food, service, atmosphere more
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VERY ROMANTIC 2/14/2006

I have been here three times already. I love the ambiance, it makes you feel as if you are in an actual cave. The food is good, not excellent, they should work on the menu and have more choices. Overall, it's a place to experience and have a nice romantic date. It's very cozy and relaxing. Should go on a weekday to avoid crowds. Pros: Ambiance, Great Date Spot, Affordable Cons: Not close to Trains, Menu Choices, Weekend Crowd more
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Cheeeesy! 12/17/2005

I have no idea who these people are who like the ""ambiance"" of this place... it's totally cheesy! Think Disneyland ride. Maybe good for a laugh, but please have some class and don't bring a date! more
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Awful..Not Worth It! 10/16/2005

Went for a friends party..way to crowded. They over book the place for 4 parties. Made everyone wait in a line..was no list. Very disorganized, the bouncers didn't care, rude. I dont see anything special about this place. Once down stairs, you could hardly make it to the bar. Not a place to throw a party. Not worth it. HORRIBLE! Pros: Good Music Cons: Crowded more
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This place was B-A-D 8/5/2005

I ordered carpaccio with parmesan cheese. What I got looked more like a chef salad from a bad greek diner--and it wasn't carpaccio, it was roast beef. I had a steak that was tough and overcooked. My friend had pasta. Both were so salty that my mouth was literally in pain from eating it. I had read one of the other reviews that mentioned the excessive salt but never dreampt it would be to that extent. The place was empty, and the decor is not cool--it looks like a cheesy ride at EPCOT. Stay away, trust me. more
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Very average 4/10/2005

I had a birthday party at La Caverna and was immediately struck by the strange bathroom-y smell in the cave. It could have been just that day but the food was extremely average. I don't think I even finished my bland penne vodka. The service was good although extremely slow. All in all there are much better restaurants in NYC to go to. However, the space was pretty big so I could see why people would choose this place to have large parties. This place was one big yawn. Cons: Strange Smell, Slow Service, Bland Food more
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Great Time 3/22/2005

La Caverna was a great time for me and the party I was with. We were seated immediately in a section with couches a table and a hookah. The place was not overcrowded to the point where you couldn't move, but had enough people to keep the place lively and jumping. The service was quick, food decent. Great DJ on the Thursday i went. Overall a very fun experience, something unlike your ordinary New York bar. more
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fun w/ friends 3/13/2005

i came here for a birthday party... a huge one at that and it was a lot of fun... but then again, that could have had a lot to do w/ my friends rather than the space itself. but it was good times, good music, great lighting and quick service despite the crowd. worth trying once for sure. Pros: service, lighting, music Cons: crowded more
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La Caverna proved Vacuous and Empty 2/28/2005

The creator of this rest/lounge had a very interesting concept for the space; the location lends itself well for the idea. So sorry,however, to see execution of the design fell short of cavernous ambition. Must note: ceiling was marvolous feat, everything under it, however, lacks luster. Tables, settings, and layout look like an afterthought. The ""waterfall"", by the way, is nothing more than a leaky faucet. Unfortunately, the drinks and food were also nothing to write home about. Maybe, if venture here again on a very crowded night, it would be distracting enough not to notice the short-comings. Pros: service Cons: ambience, food, drinks more
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IT'S AWSOME! 2/15/2005

Escape the city and go to the Cave If you want to be a CAVE MAN go to La Caverna it's FUN FUN FUN! more
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The Most Romantic Valentine's Day... 2/15/2005

La Caverna was an amazing place to spend Valentine's Day. Outside the rain sent couples scurrying under umbrellas, as we dashed into an elaborately decorated entrance stairwell. Once downstairs, friendly and helpful hostesses took our coats and umbrellas. It was like stepping into a cave! Inside as we waited momentarily for our table, the bartender made light conversation as he made our drinks. Our tiny table was in the back behind dark drapes, and near a waterwall fountain. The table was a little wobbly, and our waitress tried to fix it but we didn't mind. It was very cozy. The food was delicious and well prepared. The bread and water was constantly being refilled. We can't wait to go back for the bar scene on a weekend night to check out the big, leather chairs and hookahs at every corner. Pros: delicious, reasonable prices, great atmosphere Cons: wobbly table more
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Highly recommended 2/14/2005

La caverna is a fabulous place for parties, I had birthday party there and everything was so nice, it went well, the owner gave us everything he promised..The atmoshpere was very cozey, the drinks were good, and the prices are very reasonable. The place is so beautifull, the scene was like nothing i have ever seen before. The staff there was so friendly and organized. And the music was excellent..we felt so welcomed, the party was perfect, two of my friends had thier parties there also and they loved it . They had such a great mixed crowed. There was just one thing that i was kind of upset about, I had a friend who was 27 years old but they didnt let him in because he had no ID. But I recomend everyone to try this place out , i garentee you'll love it as much as we did more
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HORRIBLE HORRIBLE PLACE 12/22/2004

My friends and I had the WORST evening. We made reservations a week in advance and weren't informed that there was a private event going on that ruined our evening. We sat next to the microphone and heard screeching all night, and when we spoke to the manager all he could say was ""they are leaving soon,"" he totally ignored our comments and showed NO CONCERN for paying CUSTOMERS... no sorry, no comps., NOTHING. HORRIBLE SERVICE!!! EVEN WORST MANAGER. more
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  • La Caverna is your 1st choice for Corporate Events in New York City, Private Parties, Large Parties, Birthday Parties, Bachelor Parties & Bachelorette Parties. We have the best drink specials & Happy Hour in New York. Stop in & enjoy our signature La Caverna Cosmo for $5.

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  • A dark and romantic cave-like bar in the Lower East Side has lush leather couches and chairs for a relaxing after work drink or a delicious Italian meal.

  • 1/23/2008 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Fri 5pm-2am Sat-Sun 5pm-4am
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, Lower East Side
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