The Library at The Public
Private dining
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Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Cuisines
American
- Hours of operation
5:30 PM to 12:00 AM Tuesday & Wednesday Kitchen closes at 11:00 PM. 5:30 PM to 1:00 AM Thursday-Friday 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM Saturday Late Night Menu Thursday - Saturday 11:00pm to 12:00 am 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM Sunday Kitchen closes at 11:00 PM.
- Phone number
(212) 539-8777
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Business Casual
- Executive chef
Andrew Carmellini
- Private party facilities
The Library at The Public Theater is located on the mezzanine level of the Public Theater and serves American cuisine. Our event program features custom, chef-designed menus and personalized service from a team of event planning professionals.
- Private party contact
Marie Lyons: (212) 539-8790
- Neighborhood
NoHo
- Cross street
East 4th and Astor Place
- Parking details
Private Lot
- Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Valentine's Day
Feb 14, 2023 onlyOn Valentine's Day, we will feature our à la carte menu with celebratory dishes and a special performance by Ali Grieb. After a few wonderful years embracing the food and music of New Orleans, Ali Grieb is happy to be back in her home city, New York! Known for her charisma and ability to captivate a room, Ali’s vocals have the ability to transport you back to a time where cold martinis, crooners, and low lighting were king. In addition to music, Ali is known for her comedy, writing, and corporate consulting business: HospitaliTY Included.
What 1,009 people are saying
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- 4.2Ambience
- 3.9Value
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The Library at The Public is rated 4.2 stars by 1009 OpenTable diners.
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Additional information
- Cross street
East 4th and Astor Place
- Neighborhood
NoHo
- Hours of operation
5:30 PM to 12:00 AM Tuesday & Wednesday Kitchen closes at 11:00 PM. 5:30 PM to 1:00 AM Thursday-Friday 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM Saturday Late Night Menu Thursday - Saturday 11:00pm to 12:00 am 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM Sunday Kitchen closes at 11:00 PM.
- Cuisines
American
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Dress code
Business Casual
- Parking details
Private Lot
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Executive chef
Andrew Carmellini
- Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number
(212) 539-8777
- Private party facilities
The Library at The Public Theater is located on the mezzanine level of the Public Theater and serves American cuisine. Our event program features custom, chef-designed menus and personalized service from a team of event planning professionals.
- Private party contact
Marie Lyons: (212) 539-8790