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The Catbird Seat

4.7(514)
American Restaurant

About

The Catbird Seat offers a distinctive dining experience with its U-shaped open kitchen, where guests watch chefs craft a changing tasting menu rooted in sustainability and seasonality. This Michelin-starred spot blends culinary innovation with an intimate setting, perfect for business dinners that impress.

Located atop the Bill Voorhees Building on 8th Avenue South, the venue combines an elegant atmosphere with attentive service and a curated wine list. While it focuses on an immersive food experience, its refined environment suits client meetings and team celebrations alike.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners at the chef’s counter
  • Executive team dinners with curated tasting menus
  • High-impact culinary experiences for small groups

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Ever-evolving tasting menu at a U-shaped counter
Culinary Innovation
Ever-evolving tasting menu at a U-shaped counter
The Catbird Seat offers a dynamic, seasonally driven tasting menu served at an iconic U-shaped open kitchen, allowing guests to watch chefs craft each course with precision and creativity.
Michelin-starred chefs with a sustainability focus
Chef Leadership
Michelin-starred chefs with a sustainability focus
Led by chefs Andy Doubrava and Tiffani Ortiz, both acclaimed for their Michelin-starred and James Beard-nominated backgrounds, the kitchen emphasizes sustainability, seasonality, and storytelling in every dish.
Elegant, modern design with warm lighting
Atmosphere
Elegant, modern design with warm lighting
The interior balances modern design with warm, understated lighting that creates an intimate yet refined environment tailored for an immersive dining experience.

At a glance

Rated 4.7 on Google · 514 reviews