Private Dinners at The Yarra

An intimate, chef-led dining experience in our thoughtfully renovated 1890s building—designed for celebrations, gatherings, and evenings meant to linger. Private dinners are hosted exclusively for your group, with a seasonal, multi-course menu, thoughtful pacing, and warm, attentive service in a candlelit setting.

The Experience

  • Exclusive use of our dining space for your group
  • Seasonal, multi-course menu prepared in-house
  • Relaxed, coursed service designed for conversation
  • Curated wine, beer, and cocktail offerings
  • A calm, intimate atmosphere ideal for celebrating together

Guest Count & Minimum

Private dinners are available for groups of 4–12 guests, with an 8-person minimum charge. The food minimum is $680, regardless of final party size. This allows us to reserve the space and staff the evening exclusively for your group.

Each private dinner features a seasonal, multi-course menu created by our kitchen. A proposed menu will be shared in advance for review and approval. We’re happy to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions with notice, while keeping the experience cohesive for the table.

Drink Packages

All drink packages are priced per guest.

Beer & Wine

$30

Fasoli Gino Pinot Grigio, Nicolas Potel Beaujolais-Villages, local beer, and still & sparkling water.

Beer, Wine & Welcome Cocktail

$38

Includes beer and wine, plus one seasonal welcome cocktail per guest.

Elevated Wine Package

$48

Upgraded wines selected to pair with the menu, with either a sparkling welcome pour or enhanced wine offerings throughout the evening.

Drink packages are designed to be enjoyed throughout the evening alongside the meal. Additional bottles, cocktails, or pairings may be added upon request.

Details

  • Dinners typically last 2.5–3 hours
  • Tax and gratuity are additional
  • A deposit is required to secure your date

Policies

Availability

All private dinners are subject to availability and confirmation by The Yarra.

Tax & Gratuity

New York State sales tax and a 20% service gratuity are added to all private dinners.

Deposit & Payment

To confirm the reservation, a 25% non-refundable deposit is required. The remaining balance, including the selected drinks package, is due the day before the dinner. In the event of a cancellation, the deposit is retained, and any payments beyond the deposit are refunded.

Booking Window

To ensure the best possible experience, private dinner bookings are accepted up to five days in advance, giving us time to organize staff and source ingredients.

Inquiries

To inquire about availability or begin planning your private dinner, please contact: