Insider Pages Reviews for Eat Drink & Be Merry

5 Stars: Fantastic Party! (by msmanhattan)

msmanhattan — Fri, 08 May 2009 09:00:00 GMT

The party I threw for my husband?s 50th birthday was a terrific success, and that?s chiefly because I chose to work with Eat Drink & Be Merry. I felt completely supported by their staff from the start, and was pleased that they addressed all of my questions during the planning stages with great speed and expertise. The site itself (The Speakeasy Room) was lovely?we had around 60 people and they fit quite comfortably.

I can?t say enough for the people who worked the party itself, especially the party manager and our bartender. The party manager was in friendly-yet-unobtrusive control the entire evening, made sure that we had everything we had requested, and even anticipated needs that we hadn?t thought of ourselves.

I wouldn?t hesitate to recommend Eat, Drink & Be Merry to anyone who need help putting a party together.

5 Stars: Great Party! (by angelinab9)

angelinab9 — Sat, 24 Feb 2007 09:00:00 GMT

Eat Drink & Be Merry was so much help with planning my future sister-in-law's Bachelorette Party! They were all so nice and helpful everytime I called (with my many questions...hahaha). We had a great time at such a reasonable price! We ended up with a Hummer Limo instead of the Navigator...it was such a pleasant surprise. Mo's Caribbean had great food and the manager, Matthew, was very helpful in explaining our evening and he made sure that we were well taken care of. Our limo driver, Carlos, was great...whenever we needed to be picked up he was right there with a smile on!
I will definitely plan my next event in NYC with Eat Drink and Be Merry!!!!

5 Stars: Fantastic! (by kagatewo)

kagatewo — Sat, 04 Nov 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I have thrown many parties with Eat, Drink, and Be Merry!
They are always a blast, the bartenders are AWESOME and FAST, and the environment is pure fun!
Highly recommended!

5 Stars: Fast, Professional and Fun!!! (by jewdonknow)

jewdonknow — Sat, 04 Nov 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I have been to many a friends' party that have been thrown by EDBM and each one was better than the last. The bartenders were fast yet managed to make everybody there feel like the party was his or her own. I highly reccomend these guys to anyone who wants to throw a party with a guarantee of a good time.

5 Stars: Cheap Drinks, Fun Atmosphere, Great Bartenders (by dagoldentounge)

dagoldentounge — Fri, 27 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I just used Eat Drink and Be Merry to book a party for 30 of my friends at Down The Hatch. I just want to say the service was exceptional. The doormen were very organized in checking our IDs and braceleting us for our party and the bartenders were really fast and fun. My entire party had a good time from what we can remember. I will definitly book another party again with these guys.

5 Stars: Best Time Ever! (by iluv2party)

iluv2party — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

My friends and I planned a reuniun party and it was awsome! EDBM was great! They set us up with open bar in an amazing private party room and all we had to do was get people there. They handled everything: staff, drinks, food and they even collected money at the door from my friends so I didn't have to worry about a thing and could enjoy my party! I can't wait to book another event!

5 Stars: Went out of their way to accomodate us (by rshehady)

rshehady — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

We recently used Eat Drink and Be Merry to plan a fundraiser at Off The Wagon in the balcony. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Christine made the process so easy. She was able to work within our budget and allowed us to raise a great deal of money with very little expense. No matter how many times I called I was always treated kindly and all my concerns were addressed. I can't wait to use them again.

5 Stars: Best party a "party girl" can have!! (by susieferria)

susieferria — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I am obsessed with this company! They helped me organize my first New Year's Eve party last year in one of the private party rooms. It was literally the best party I have ever been to. The bartenders were amazing and actually looked happy to be working and serving us drink after drink after drink It was the first time I felt like I got what I was promised and then some. The drinks were strong; the staff was fun, and the Champaign toast equaled guzzling a bottle while dancing on the bar.

People that I dont even know (but apparently heard about the party) have been calling me to ask if I will be doing the party again. So many, in fact, that I already started the process of renting out one of their bars for this year. I CANT WAIT! So far, I have had the same amazing experience with this company as I did in the past, and I expect that to continue through this party into the next. Its just the way they seem to work

5 Stars: Eat Drink & Be Merry (by itzel)

itzel — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I recently planned a birthday party with Eat Drink and Be Merry for a friend of mine. The girls made it so easy especially since I've never planned anything like this before. They really put me at ease and were very helpful with any questions I had. The party was a success and we all had a blast. I can't wait to use them again.

5 Stars: A+++++++ would do business again (by jodellerawks)

jodellerawks — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I had never had the stressful task of planning a party before, so I was not sure what to expect. One of my co-workers had organized our company party with Eat Drink And Be Merry last year and had been raving about them ever since. I decided to give them a shot, and WOWWW am I glad that I did! My experience with EDBM was not only smooth but also fun. I had no idea that planning a party could be so exciting. The planners constantly kept me at ease; they followed up with phone calls promptly and never acted as though I was "bothering" them. If only every company offered such exemplary customer service!
I'm now in the midst planning my parents' 40th wedding anniversary and it's just as great the second time around! Thank you, EDBM!

5 Stars: a huge help (by jackofclubs)

jackofclubs — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

My company has used these guys to plan parties for several occasions. They take lots of the work out of the process- they take care of almost everything and have recommendations for what they can't provide themselves. It's also nice that they have a bunch of different spaces, something that is particularly convenient around the holidays.

5 Stars: Bachelor parties and kid parties (by hhirsch)

hhirsch — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Two great parties! I had my cousins bachelor party there last month. I did nothing but make a phone call. They took care of everything!!!!! The party was awesome. Told my wife about the party room and she booked my daughters 4 year old party which was also a success. Best part about it is they do everything for you.

5 Stars: Best Special Event company ever (by mjrfreeagent)

mjrfreeagent — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

EDBM (eat drink and be merry) threw my bachelor party and it rocked!!! The entertainment was stunning, the private room wa beautiful, and the party manager was very cool and easy to work with. All of my friends loved it and three of them have asked EDBM to throw an event for them. I am having EDBM set-up another party next month. I have told all my friends about Eatdrink and be merry.

5 Stars: booking a party with ease (by muchibi)

muchibi — Tue, 24 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

myself and my friends have used these guys in the past and will continue to use them in the future. they've organized fundraisers, wedding parties and kids birthday parties for me. the spaces are beautiful and spread out all over the city.

5 Stars: Top Quality Staff & Service (by eshehady)

eshehady — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Threw a surprise b-day party there. Staff was more the accomodating. Excellent food. Excellent service. Crew went out of their way to make sure my crowd had a great time. Highly recommended.

5 Stars: Best Bar Crawl Ever!! (by lmlanzi)

lmlanzi — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Eat Drink and Be Merry are awsome! I have planned 2 bacherlorette parties with them and have not been disappointed. Each party involved about 10 people, EDBM set up the dinner, limo, drink specials and driver back to LI. It could not have gone more smoothly. They are attentive to your needs, work out the best pricing and think of the "extras" that you may not have! I highly recommend!

5 Stars: They saved my life! (by mdcnyc)

mdcnyc — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I had to book and plan a loft party for my company, and I didn't have much time. I called Eat, Drink & Be Merry, and not only was the person on the phone so nice and easy to talk to, but they found me a loft, found me a caterer, found me a DJ -- everything. The food was amazing. The bar was one of the best I've ever seen at an event. Usually a caterer just has a few bottles but they had almost a full bar. My company has a few serious drinkers, and they were thrilled with me. But really, you guys deserve the credit! Thanks. I'll be calling you soon for the next one.

5 Stars: Organize and Highly enjoyable (by jackdnyc)

jackdnyc — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Eat, Drink and Be Merry gets my rave. I threw a surprise party for my best friend. The staff was so cool. Not only did they keep it a surprise (of course)-they checked in on the details during the weeks leading up to the party so that nothing was missed. Our friends (50 of 'em) had a blast. The food was great the room was beautiful (The Havana Room) and my best friend thinks I am the bomb now. Which, by the way, I am.

5 Stars: top notch (by pjscolaro)

pjscolaro — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

My husband and I had our engagement party upstairs at Off The Wagon and had the best time! All of our needs were taken care of, and the staff was fun and courteous. We did not have to worry about a thing, and were able to enjoy the night with our guests. Because of this, we have thrown two other parties with Eat, Drink and Be Merry, to fantastic results.

5 Stars: Incredible Party Planners (by tedlanzi)

tedlanzi — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry are incredible; they helped me plan my wife's surprise baby shower. No detail was overlooked. Eat, Drink, and Be Merry are couretous and extremely professional. I highly recommend their service.

4 Stars: AWESOME! (by ladymarmalade)

ladymarmalade — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

planning a party could not be easier with these guys - i could not believe it. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - i have used them twice now and am in the process of planning another party at a different location

5 Stars: Great Parties, Showers and Gatherings (by becca2303)

becca2303 — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I have attended 2 gathering with Eat, Drink and Be Merry and I have nothing but Rave reviews for them. Very Courteous, Friendly, Detailed Oriented. Anything you need, they will provide. I had a fabulous time.

5 Stars: Best Party Experience (by kgrosso)

kgrosso — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I have held and attended many parties at the Eat, Drink and Be Merry locations including surprise birthday parties, one year old birthday parties, marathon parties and bachelor parties and I have never been disappointed. The staff is amazing, the party space is clean and impressive and the manager assigned to the party is all over the details. I cannot wait to have another reason to party so that I can have an excuse to use them again. My favorite of the locations in the Havana Room on the Upper East Side.

5 Stars: Best Party Planners Anywhere! (by barnz)

barnz — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I don't know how you could have a better party, when everyone got there the food was out, and hot, and damn good by the way (their sliders are killer); the drinks were strong and flowing, and the bartender was happy-go-lucky, the life of the party believe it or not, and pumped eveyone up. And, they put candles on the cake, which of course no one remembered to bring. Triple AAA, everything's done for you, all you have to do is show up and party...

5 Stars: BEST PARTY PLANNERS IN NYC (by maschman)

maschman — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 09:00:00 GMT

These people are truly the best to deal with for almost all of you party needs! The girls that answer the phones could not be more helpful. They treated me with an amazing amount of courtesy and respect. I was worried because I had such a small budget for an NYC event, but they gave me as much attention as I think they would have a huge Christmas party. Every detail was taken care of efficiently, and they offered me numerous options that I had never thought of. The food and drinks were exceptional as was the space. I would highly recommend their services!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

5 Stars: will help you plan your company's party (by mdarin)

mdarin — Fri, 21 Jul 2006 09:00:00 GMT

My company did a party with them last week. It went really well. They know their stuff. Friendly and easy to deal with. I'd recommend them without a doubt. They set up all the food and bar -- and brought in casino equipment and dealers.

5 Stars: AWESOME Surprise party! (by xcalystax)

xcalystax — Tue, 21 Mar 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I used these guys to throw a surprise birthday party for my fiance this past Saturday at the Havana Room. It was a great time!! Great drinks and awesome food!! The party manager rocked and was super helpful. My fiance had a great time and our friends loved it!! I recommend them 100%!!!!

5 Stars: Best pick for bachelor party! (by tello_the_king)

tello_the_king — Tue, 14 Mar 2006 09:00:00 GMT

I HIGHLY recommend Eat Drink & Be Merry to orchestrate a bachelor party if you are looking to set one up. The whole evening worked flawlessly, and everyone had a blast. Exceptional value.

5 Stars: Hassle Free, Smooth Service, Great Value! (by kgupta)

kgupta — Tue, 04 Oct 2005 09:00:00 GMT

Our bachelor party was FANTASTIC! The guys had such a great time, they want to do
something like this every month. From the second the limo picked us up, I
felt in good hands. Your entire staff was kind, curteous, and honest.
Everyone one made sure we had a good time. And as the coordinator of the
event, I am surprised to say I too had a fantastic time. Typically, with
these kinds of events, I end up stressed the entire night, trying to make
sure everything goes smoothly, everyone has a good time, everyone pays, etc. This time, once I was done paying the party manager, Heather, at Gin Mill, the rest was perfect.

Thanks again for a fanstastic event. I look forward to scheduling many more
events with you in the future!

5 Stars: One of the best nights of my life! (by jodellewinterson)

jodellewinterson — Thu, 29 Sep 2005 09:00:00 GMT

My friends surprised me with a Bachelorette Pub Crawl last weekend and it a wild, fun, and crazy time! We got great service from the limo and ALL the bars we visited!
I can imagine how an event like this could go terribly wrong but my friends and I saw none of that. Latinlingo must have booked a party with a different company because for US it was smooth sailing all the way through. Eat Drink and Be Merry, you ROCK!!

2 Stars: Buyer Beware (by latinglingo)

latinglingo — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 09:00:00 GMT

Being in the customer service buisness this eperience was terrible. The party started out with a mix up on my agreement and no quick assitance. If your planning a Bachelor party don't do it I would really rethink doing a Bar crawl for a Bachelor party. They forgot to stock our bus and started us late and when we arrived they treated us like we are second class citzens.

5 Stars: New Year's Eve (by newcali1977)

newcali1977 — Thu, 15 Sep 2005 09:00:00 GMT

hands down the company you want to throw your New year's eve party with! the first year we did it with them we called late in the game, but still managed to find a great space. a lot of options and great atmosphere!

5 Stars: Birthday Party...Great Space!! (by mgordon51)

mgordon51 — Thu, 02 Jun 2005 09:00:00 GMT

Hey, I just wanted to let you all know that these guys rock. I just had my 25th birthday party with them at the Havana Room. All I had to do was call them and give the date and they took care of everything. For free! I couldn't believe it. The room is amazing. The music was great. They let me bring in my iPod and hook it up to their sound system. Also they had a person there, a party manager, making sure everything was going well. We had a blast. Great bar. Great party service. We had the room and bar all to ourselves. I'm going to throw my girlfriend a party at one of their other spaces for her birthday. Thanks Eat Drink and be Merry......!

5 Stars: Got Kids...? (by c3visions)

c3visions — Thu, 04 Nov 2004 09:00:00 GMT

What can I say about Kids Party Rooms and Eat Drink and be Merry.... Except... Bravo!!! Being a parent is a tough enough job as it is.... I know I have two!!! From start to finish everything was wonderful. I look foward to doing another party with them. I highly recomend... PS The Havana Banana room was awsome... Thanks again and I'll see you guys again in January for tabatha's 5th birthday...

5 Stars: Fantastic!! (by rhone904)

rhone904 — Sat, 09 Oct 2004 09:00:00 GMT

Let the below narrative letter of information serve as our position and endorsement for the Event Coordinator and the staff for Eat Drink and Be Merry, who we retained for our corporate party.

Our expectations were more than met, the staff was extremely professional, and they exceeded our goals and mandates.

I am issuing this letter as a recommendation to disseminate in any advertsing or corporate brochures our endorsement for Eat Drink and Be Merry.

We also look forward to a long and successful working relationship for years to come.

On behalf of my company, we welcome any inquiries be directed to our marketing group President.

With best wishes, I remain,

Yours sincerely.