Grand Brasserie

Grand Brasserie commands the west side of Vanderbilt Hall, featuring 80 ft ceilings and marble floors inside Grand Central Terminal. The space impresses guests on arrival, while our kitchen delivers modern French brasserie fare daily from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Ideal for breakfast meetings, power lunches, and late-night celebrations.

What planners can expect

Cuisine & service: Seasonal French classics such as steak frites, Dover sole, and shellfish towers. Service formats include family-style, prix fixe, or à la carte. Beverage program offers a 1,000-label wine cellar, craft cocktails, and tableside absinthe.

Group capacity: Main Dining Room 250 seated / 450 standing; Green Room speakeasy lounge 80 seated / 120 standing; bar alcoves 12 to 50 reception. Full-venue buyouts support 330 seated / 570 standing.

Turnkey AV: Built-in sound, screens, and projection capabilities.

Accessibility & dietary: ADA-compliant entrances and restrooms; vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-aware menus available.

Spaces at a glance

Main Dining Room: 250 seated / 450 standing; harvest or round tables beneath soaring ceilings.

Green Room (Speakeasy Lounge): 80 seated / 120 standing; velvet banquettes and private back bar.

Bar Alcoves Left & Right: Left 30, and Right 50 standing reception; perfect for after-work socials.

Whole Venue: 330 seated / 570 standing; includes marble bar, open kitchen, and mezzanine lounge.

Logistics

Indoor access to Metro-North, LIRR, and subway lines 4, 5, 6, 7, and S. Two street-level entrances simplify load-in. The private-events team replies within four business hours and turns proposals in one business day.

Ready to reserve? Send your preferred date, guest count, and event style, and our team will return a tailored proposal within one business day.