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The Clam Bar

4.5(90)
Fine Dining Restaurant

About

ZZ's Clam Bar is an intimate, tiki-themed cocktail bar and raw seafood spot in NYC, seating just a dozen guests at marble tables. Its compact size and vintage barware create a speakeasy vibe, ideal for focused client drinks or small executive gatherings.

The menu is tightly curated with fresh seafood highlights like uni toast and caviar, paired with meticulously crafted cocktails. Reservations are essential due to limited seating and frequent private bookings, making it a distinctive choice for exclusive, high-end business entertaining.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners under 16 guests
  • High-end cocktail receptions
  • Exclusive small group tastings

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

Atmosphere
Intimate, jewel-box setting with vintage flair
A tiny, cozy space seating about a dozen guests at marble tables, evoking a speakeasy vibe with tropical-themed decor and a vintage barware collection. The intimate scale creates a unique, personal experience.
Food & Beverage
Exceptional fresh seafood and craft cocktails
The menu features fresh, high-quality seafood including standout items like uni toast, caviar, and lobster, paired with some of the best tiki-themed craft cocktails in NYC, known for their creative presentations.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 90 reviews