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Capitale

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130 Bowery, New York, NY 10013
nr. Grand St.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-334-5500 Send to Phone

Courtesy of Capitale

Hours

Private functions only

Nearby Subway Stops

B, D at Grand St.; J, M, Z at Bowery

Special Features

  • Private Dining/Party Space

Alcohol

  • Full Bar

Reservations

Required

Profile

This venue now hosts private events only.

Garish opulence haunts this Stanford White-designed Beaux Arts national landmark that housed the former Bowery Savings Bank. Featuring a ballroom with 65-foot ceiling supported by marble Corinthian columns, Capitale is outrageously over the top, with its billowing curtains and ferns-in-urns décor, particularly in these economic times. Private functions only. A monstrosity of excess redolent of the go-go 1980’s and truly the height of metropolitan vulgarity.

Weddings

The Stanford White–designed Bowery Savings Bank, complete with Corinthian columns and Venetian glass under 75-foot ceilings, is now the luxurious Capitale. Two 2,000-square-foot private rooms are available. Prices upon request.

8.4 "Recommended"
Average Reader Rating
on a Scale of 10
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Terrific food in an over the top room

nancybee from Upper West | Posted on 12/17/03

Overall Reader Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)
Food: 10
Service: 9
Décor: 10
Value: 8

The fact that Chef Fred Brightman's food can stand up to the absolutely amazing landmark room with its 30 foot ceilings, marble columns and tile floor says more about the dining experience than any review can. If you want a...Read More

Wonderful evening

cyntseng from 10541 | Posted on 10/2/03

Overall Reader Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)
Food: 9
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 8

Amazing space, food was excellent but portions were a bit small. Bison was particularly outstanding. We were there on a Monday night so the restaurant was nice and quiet, we got very attentive service. Great place for special occasions.

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