Katra

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217 Bowery (at nr. Rivington St.)
New York, NY 10002

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If you are looking for a venue that has great decor and staff with a great attitude to match, then you should definitely go to Katra (Downtown NYC). My birthday party was Saturda...

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Pretty sure I outgrew this place back when I turned 22. It was ok. Really crowded after about 11:30 which made for lots of hands where they were not welcome. Drinks were not ba...

Best Place to Have a Party in a Sexy Lounge with Great Music 10/7/2007

I had my birthday party here last Saturday night and had a blast. The music was spot on for a fun party atmosphere... upbeat and great for dancing which we did all night. We had a few platters of hors d'oeuvres (ask Derek for the best selections) along with the hummus and Moroccan fries. They were absolutely delicious! If you want a cool, sexy lounge with great music, book your event here. And ask for Chris...he'll take great care of you. It's why this is the 2nd time I've had a party at Katra! Pros: Everything Cons: If you're looking for a quiet lounge this is not it... more
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wonderful service, VERY crowded! 9/11/2007

Chris is AMAZING. book your party with him. he and all the employees take complete care of everything, totally accomodating, comped me a bottle of champagne...great experience with him and his staff. All of my friends got through the door no problem, even when i had quite a bit larger group than anticipated. The one and only thing i can say that's not so positive is it got very crowded...but that's because it's so great! Thanks a million Chris! Pros: people and service, music Cons: crowds more
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fun but pricey! 9/8/2007

The night we went it was PACKED with people and really hard just to move around anywhere- however, the vibe was fun and the DJ was spinning some great dance music. However, the prices are outrageous (drinks, even something as simple as a beer, start at $7) and the hookahs are $37. Not worth the money, but it definitely has a fun vibe and beautiful interior. Pros: good music, atmosphere, decorations Cons: PRICE more
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Depends when you go 9/1/2007

I've been here at least 3x. Twice it is sooo crowded that I couldn't even walk to get to the opposite side of the room and kept touching people's sweat! ugh! The drinks are expensive here. The last time I went it was fun but maybe it was because I got there at 2am and there was room to breathe and my friends had a table. There is no designated dance floor so people just dance where the walkway is. The scenery is nice but in order to sit down you have to reserve a table and buy a bottle. There is no cover if you know the name of the party. Pros: Ambience Cons: Expensive Drinks more
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Best party spot yet 8/18/2007

I've been having birthday parties with a friend of mine for 3 years now, and this was by far the best one yet for several reasons. The manager Chris is probably the most straight forward and honest bar manager I've met. We got everything he promised. The bar was packed, the music was real good, all our friends had a great time, and we were treated very well by the entire staff. If you are looking for a place to have a party, I highly recommend you book it at Katra. Pros: quality all around more
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NO FUSS AND ALL THE TREATMENT 8/18/2007

WE HAD OUR PARTY IN KATRA LAST NIGHT AND IT WAS A BLAST!!!! WE WERE TAKEN CARE OF LIKE WE WERE ROYALITY AND MADE FEEL WE WERE VIPS. THE STAFF WERE WONDERFUL AND THE FOOD WAS AMAZING. FROM THE EASY DOOR POLICY TO THE WONDERFUL DJ EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT AND ALL MY PARTY HAD A GREAT TIME. IT WAS REALLY BUSY BUT IT DID NOT FEEL BAD AS EVERYBODY WAS SO FRIENDLY. THE OWNER TOOKCARE OF US WITH A COMP BOTTLE OF GREY GOOSE BECASUSE THERE WERE MORE THEN 50 OF US WHICH WAS RELLY NICE. HE ALSO HAS A REALLY NICE ACCENT!!!! i WILL TELL ALL MY FRIENDS BECAUSE I GO TO ALL THE CLUBS IN NY AND THIS WAS THE BEST PARTY SO FAR. P.S DJ IS AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pros: WHAT CAN I SAY BUT READ MY REVIEW more
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Best Party but Nuts!!!!! 8/9/2007

The thing I love about Katra is how everybody is friendly and the owners and staff make everyone feel welcome. We were at a party last week and yes the place was nuts busy but it was such a great vibe it did not matter. The DJ was out of this world and everyone was just having fun. We were made stand in line just so our ids were check and the doormen were very nice. Its a breath of fresh air and no we did not have to pay a cover. Pros: Breath of Fresh Air Cons: Crazy Busy more
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overall good 7/12/2007

good scene, nice decorations. Drinks were expensive, thought the vodka was watered down. Overall nice place though, good lounge, bar, a bit of dancing, good DJ and some hookas. Pros: ambience Cons: prices more
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Beautiful Spot 7/11/2007

Compared to the last review I think we went to different places. Our food was beautiful, hot and worth the money. The drinks were a little pricey but were all unique in there own way. We did wait a little longer for our food but the manger did come straight away and resolved that issue by buying us a drink and making sure our food came next. He said there are no problems but solutions!!! He then gave me a btl of champagne for my birthday when my boyfriend told him and I have never ever had that done for me before in a restrauant. We ended up staying the evening and the dj was great. It was a perfect birthday with perfect service on a perfect weekend! Pros: Food, service and Barstaff Cons: The food does take a little time but I am told that is because it is made fresh more
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I would say a real strong NO and DO NOT BOTHER 7/11/2007

Same food problem as some of these other reviews. Where is the service?????? Just terrible, I mean very bad. I had to wait forever for my food and take my girlfriend someplace else for dinner in the end because she was upset at the slow service and we left starving. Bad night. more
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Excellent service and atmosphere 7/7/2007

I hosted an event several weeks back and needless to say everything from to the staff, the service and the food was outstanding! Chris Collins the Manager, took great care of our guests, gave suggestions for our event and was extremely helpful and accomodating. In addition, the design of the space is lovely. Needless to say, we wil be hosting another event at Katra in a few more week. Thanks! Pros: Great ambiance and service! Cons: Wish i would have found it sooner... more
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Great place to host a party/event! 7/4/2007

Our class hosted a great graduation/charity event at Katra last Thursday! Chris Collins, the manager is great to work with, he was really helpful and accomodating with planning and montioring the event. There were Projectors available for our slideshow. The DJ was great! The hor dourves were good, but slow to at being served the first hour. We had an open bar event and drinks were right on the money. All the staff was great with guests. My guest and I love the romantic ambience. We had some trouble with the microphone and wish there was a cordless mic to host the event, but now we know to bring one next time. All in all, a great eventand a fabulous time for all. Katra was also gracious to donate a percentage of the procedes for the party to our Charity: Kayak for a Cause in celebration of our graduation! Pros: great staff to work with you, good food and prompt drinks service, great DJ Cons: slow initial food service more
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Same Party , Great Party 6/28/2007

I was in Katra last night for an event and we were asked to write reviews if we were happy. The answer is a resounding "Yes". Everything was wonderful, from the food to the staff and the decor. The DJ put on a greatshow and we were told it was Kid Rocks best friend. It is a very mixed crowd so if you are into hanging out with one type of person then this is not the place. Its a little bit like the UN and I suppose that is where the Culture come from. We loved this place and will be back Pros: The food is amazing, The music is rockin and the staff are very Good looking Cons: Well it was alittle warm when it was busy more
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great scene- POOR service! 6/28/2007

I just went last thursday. Grrat scene. Bartenders were right on target! :) BUT the waitresses need more training. I had to beg for over 1 hr. for food! Which made me angry.. staff at front door were polite. would I go again? Maybe on a full stomach. Also I dont know how they even let some of those peolple in.... Pros: gorgeous bartender! Cons: retarded waitresses! more
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This place is Rockin 6/23/2007

Had my birthday here last night and it blew me away. Cgris the owner was so nice to me and all my friends it made it wonderful. We were giver a free champagne and a hookah and our waitress even gave us shots. To say the staff are fun and friendly is an understatement. The music was brilliant. \Thank you, thank you Katra for a great night. Pros: Two Thumbs up Cons: Idiots from Cain who ruined my party more
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Really Nice Place 6/15/2007

I loved Katra! This place has nice food ,good service and great cocktails. The drinks are a little pricey but all clubs are the same I think. The music was great and I found the door staff to be very nice and polite which is a change. Niki was a wonderful host. Pros: Nice food, hookahs ect Cons: Crowded more
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Not so great 6/11/2007

I did not enjoy this place all that much. I found it to be over rated to be very truthful. Our service was not good. I had to ask my server three or four times for my drink and the place was too crowded for anyone to give us the service that these other reviews are raving about. When we finally got our drinks, they seemed very fruity and not that much alcohol in them. They were expensive for mostly fruit juice. The way the place is decorated is cool, but I have seen this look before at other places too. Pros: It is near other better places Cons: Expensive, too crowded and not good service more
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What more can be said 6/4/2007

Had my wifes birthday party here over the weekend and all I can say is that KATRA made this one of the best parties we have had for her. The service was second to none, Waitstaff and barstaff were amazing and attentive. The food was beautiful as promised and as you can see from all the other reviews that this spot KATRA is different from everywhere else. They put the capital "S" in service. The owner is hands on which you never see anymore and he made sure everything was perfect. Ten out of Ten Pros: To many to count Cons: Very Busy more
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Why go to Katra 6/4/2007

My compliments to Katra's management, specifically Christopher for running a tight ship. I planned a surprise birthday party at Katra late last month and was quite pleased with the service and attention our group was given. Despite last minute changes in reservations, Christopher made sure we were well-accommodated. Overall, Katra is an ideal venue for private events due to it's layout, atmosphere, and pleasant staff. The space didn't get uncomfortably packed and safe to say the crowd was mature and orderly. All in all, an enjoyable experience and I would recommend Katra as a fun tasteful lounge, with good music, tasty cocktails, and quality standards. more
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Fabulous Girls' Night Out 5/28/2007

I was at Katra on Saturday for a big girls night out and bachlorette party. Chris completely hooked us up with a great booth...we had few tapas early on which were tasty....and the waitress (even though I believe she just started working there) was great about keeping the drinks flowing and getting all the different drink orders from all 15 of us. The music just go better and better as the night went on that we almost didn't want to leave! Not to mention there was an amazing belly dancer who put on an amazing show..and the hottest bartender who pours a mean dirty martini. Got to thank our man Chris and everyone at Katra for making it such a memorable night. more
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The original home of multi-millionaire athletes and glitterati, the crowd at Mission shifts throughout the week as this glitzy club features a variety of events. While some say the place is overpriced or somehow poorly located, it nevertheless has a great draw on the wildly-popular Bowery, and the beautiful decor and stylish surroundings guarantee a fun night out--albeit at a price.

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  • Katra is now booking holiday parties! Call for info or email info@katranyc.com.

    New York City's Katra serves Middle East, Moroccan fusion style tapas designed by Chef Jonathan Lindenauer of Jean Georges. The kitchen is open till 2am. The lounge plays European techno and Middle-Eastern hip-hop to regular beats and has a DJ on Friday and Saturday nights.

    The decor at Katra is Moroccan styled with all the furnishings brought back from Morocco. Pillow-strewn couches and intimate nooks dot the lounge. The mood is laidback with a distinct Middle-Eastern vibe. The cocktail list is Middle-Eastern in origin and has distinct flavors like pomegranate, lychee and lavender blossom.

    Private party space is available at Katra, at the best prices.

Editorial

  • Morrocan lounge serving Middle-Eastern fusion style tapas and cocktails in New York City.

  • 9/8/2008 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Daily, 5pm-4am
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Lower East Side, Downtown, Bowery
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