Croton Reservoir Tavern was opened in 2003, steps from Times Square, Penn Station, Grand Central, and Port Authority. Named in memory of the forgotten Fortress Reservoir which stood in place of the current New York Public Library and Bryant Park, Croton is a bi-level Midtown restaurant, lounge, and event space featuring a 50’ foot oak bar, brass studded leather chairs, wrought iron railings and leather banquette seating, and multiple flat screen displays and projection screens.
Modern American cuisine and NYC’s most popular drinks are prepared to the highest standard and served with relaxed charm and cheerfully attentive service. Croton’s comfortable and casual atmosphere, vibrant social scene, quality dining and special event hosting has made it one of New York’s most popular venues for dining, private events, and social celebrations.
About
Croton is conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan close to all Mass Transit (Grand Central, Penn Station, and Port Authority), and an abundance of Hotels, available to accommodate events of all sizes, both locally and from out of town. Steps away from Bryant Park, Broadway, and Times Square, we are the ideal location for all your event needs.
With a mission to bring hospitality, versatility, and quality events to our Midtown bi-level space, our Events Team will work with you to curate events that infuse signature hospitality and innovative cuisine with Croton’s personal commitment to service. The versatility of our space makes us a great choice for hosting your event, large or small.
Whether you are planning a wedding, corporate & press events, a festive gala, an intimate dinner, or a Happy Hour celebration with colleagues, please let us assist you through every step to create a truly unique experience for your guests. We’ve created a delectable menu that reflects a variety of house-made dishes that won’t disappoint.
Events
The entire venue can accommodate up to 350 people on both of our bi-level Restaurant & Event Space. This option gives you the ability to have 2 distinct atmospheres if desired. You’ll enjoy the entire main floor dining room with table seating for up to 75 guests and additional bar seating for 20 (or up to a total of 200 in a cocktail setting), while the lower level banquet room can be utilized for either 65 additional table seats, room for 150 additional guests in a cocktail setting, or as a full lounge for dancing/live music using our DJ Booth/live music set up.
The Venue ENTIRE SPACE
Restrooms on Both Levels
Private Bars on Both Levels
Customizable A/V Options
(2) Projection Screens
WiFi
(10) Flat Screen TVs
350 Max Capacity
2 Levels
The Venue MAIN FLOOR
Private restrooms
Full Bar
Fully Equipped DJ booth
A/V System – wireless microphones, projection TV, flat screen displays, fully customizable
Versatile Seating & Event Setup Options
Spacious and modular, our main level is versatile for large lunch/dinner parties, cocktail receptions, corporate hospitality, and a variety of private/social galas. With over 2,000 sq. ft., Croton is furnished with modular seating, leather banquettes, and a formal dining area that is separated from the bar to accommodate groups that wish to enjoy the casual and formal settings within the same space. The exposed brick walls lined with multiple flat screen TVs are overshadowed by a large 50’ oak bar. The main floor can accommodate groups of up to 200 in a cocktail or buffet setting, or a 75 person sit down dinner.
A cozy, intimate lower level provides the perfect backdrop for corporate meetings, presentations, dinner parties, wedding receptions, or any private event you have in mind. This 1000+ sq. ft. room outfitted with comfortable leather banquette booths, exposed brick wall and bar with polished concrete floors can accommodate groups of up to 150 in a cocktail/buffet setting or a 70 person sit down dinner.
The Venue LOUNGE
Private restrooms
Full Bar
Fully Equipped DJ booth
A/V System – wireless microphones, projection TV, flat screen displays, fully customizable
Versatile Seating & Event Setup Options
Catering Menu HORS D’OEUVRES BY THE PLATTER
Sit Down Lunch & Dinner & Buffet options also available
Platters Serves approx. 15 people, typically 3 individual pieces per person
Crudite’ Bruschetta Fruit & Cheese Mozzarella Tomato & Basil Hummus Platter house made hummus served with pita bread, carrots and cucumbers
Shrimp Cocktail (50 pieces) served with our house made cocktail sauce
Nori Seared Tuna seared rare, cucumber, miso vinaigrette and wasabi aioli
Chicken Tenders served with buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing or honey mustard
Sliced Beef Crostini served on a toasted brioche with horseradish aioli
Cocktail Franks (50 pieces) miniature beef hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry
Slider Pyramid (20 sliders per pyramid) Plain Burger Cheddar Burger Chicken Parm Pork Barbeque Crab Cakes Sausage & Peppers White Bean Veggie Frangelico Lobster Roll
Grilled Flatbread Pizza Margarita
Catering Menu PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES
Sit Down Lunch & Dinner & Buffet options also available
PremiumSteak & Asparagus sliced steak, asparagus, parmesan, horseradish dipping sauce
Shrimp Cocktailchilled shrimp served with classic cocktail sauce
Nori Seared Tunaseared rare, miso vinaigrette, cucumber wasabi sauce
Mini Lump Crab Cakesfried crab cakes served with tartar sauce
Grilled Chicken Caesar Flatbread Pizzamarinated chicken, classic Caesar dressing, romaine, parmesan
Burger & Cheeseburger Slidersclassic beef patties with mayo and a pickle
Cocktail Franksminiature beef hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry
Zucchini & Goat Cheese Rollsgrilled zucchini, herbed goat cheese
StandardRoasted Beef Canapestoasted brioche with horseradish cream sauce
Chicken Salad Canapetarragon, grapes, toast
Buffalo Chicken Bites classic buffalo chicken with blue cheese dressing
Grilled Flatbread Pizzasmarinara, mozzarella and basil
Hummuscucumber, tomato, pita chips
Fried Mac & Cheese3 cheeses, chives
Mozzarella & Tomato Skewersfresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, balsamic reduction
Bruschettatomato, garlic, basil, olives, crostini
Option 1 choose up to 4 from Standard
Option 2choose any 3 from Standard and 3 from Premium
Appetizer PlattersCrudite’Fruit & CheeseFresh Mozzarella Tomato Basil Hummus PlatterBruschetta Chips & Salsa
EntreesChicken Marsalafresh chicken breast lightly sautéed with mushrooms in a classic Marsala sauce
Pork Tenderloinmarinated with garlic, served with honey lime glaze
Grilled Flank Steakmarinated Flank Steak with chimichurri sauce
Grilled Teriyaki Salmonfresh salmon with teriyaki glaze and sesame seeds
Sausage, Peppers & Onionssweet Italian pork sausage with peppers and onions
Eggplant Parmigianafresh sliced eggplant lightly sautéed and layered with housemade marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese
Carving Stations available upon request
PastasBaked Penne w/Ricotta & Fresh Mozzarellapenne pasta baked with marinara sauce, ricotta, parmesan and mozzarella cheese
Penne ala’ Vodkatomato Sauce, light cream, herbs
Vegetable Penne garlic, herbs, artichoke, red peppers, squash, broccoli
Mac & Cheesethree cheeses, toasted bread crumbs
Custom pasta dishes available upon request
SidesRoasted Vegetables Steamed VegetablesString Beans AlmandineRice PilafRoasted Garlic Mashed PotatoRosemary Roasted PotatoesGarden Salad w/Balsamic VinaigretteCaesar SaladDinner Rolls
Catering Menu BUFFET
Option 11 entree 1 pasta 2 sides
All options include: Selection of 2 appetizer platters, a dessert table with assorted cookies and fresh fruit plates (seasonal dessert plates also available, please ask for price), and coffee and tea selection
Option 22 entrees 1 pasta 3 sides
Option 33 entrees 1 pasta 4 sides
Catering Menu BEVERAGES
A 20% gratuity will be added to all packages when final bill is ready to be paid
Beer & WineWinered & white house wine
Beerassorted drafts
StandardWinered & white house wine
Beerall draft beers on main tower & all domestic bottles
LiquorAbsolut, Absolut Citron, Stoli, Stoli Flavors, Bombay, Bacardi light, Bacardi Oakheart, Bacardi Flavors, Malibu, Jack Daniels, Bushmills, Jameson, Dewars, Jw Red, Seagrams 7, Hennessy
Juices, Soft Drinks & Water
PremiumWinered & white house wine
SparklingVeuve Clicquot
Beerall draft beers, all domestic bottles, Bud Light, Coors Light, Amstel Light, Heineken
LiquorGrey Goose, Chopin, Belvedere, Bombay Saphire, Tanqueray, Plymouth, Bacardi light, Bacardi Oakheart, Don Julio, Jack Daniels, Jameson, Tullamore Dew, Makers Mark, Bulleit, Bulleit Rye, Macallan 12, Glenlivet 12, Jw Black, Hennessy
Juices, Soft Drinks & Water
ContactAllison BonacquistiDirector of Events
P. (212) 997-6835E. [email protected]
Location108 W. 40th Street, New York, NY 10018(Between 6th Avenue & Broadway)
Public TransitTimes Square/42nd Street:
Grand Central:
Bryant Park:
Parking GGMC Bryant Car Park 13 West 39th Street(Between 5th & 6th Av)(212) 768-8038
ICON Parking 143 West 40th Street (Between Broadway & 7th Avenue) (212) 221-9485
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