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 night of my life!!!!! 1/7/2010

my husband recently threw my surprise 40th at katra. the night started when we arrived at the door and were greeted by chris, the owner, who very convincingly asked for id and distracted me on my way to the party room. after my shock, i looked around the room and was amazed by how beautiful the space was. the Moroccan decor, the lighting, the ceiling was flooded with tons of balloons...amazing. then the food started, and never seemed to stop. it was perfect, flavorful but not overwhelming, bite size and easy to eat with drinks. guests loved it. drinks were top of the line and service was unusually fast and friendly. the 4 hours seemed to pass in an instant. our dj left and katra's dj seamlessly transitioned without our guests even noticing. everyone left telling us what a great night they had and how amazing katra was. chris was just amazing. he made sure we were happy all night and even called the next day. not too often you get that personalized attention in the city. highly highly recommended!!!!!!!! Pros: decor, lighting, atmosphere, staff Cons: ended too quickly more
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My new favorite Place in NYC 12/21/2009

I recently went to Katra for my birthday, had a great time. There was no trouble at the door even for my friends who came in late, we were given a great table that was the right size for my party and the people who showed up later. The next day I had a question about the bill and called Katra expecting to get the voice mail. Instead I was immediately put in contact with the GM Chris, who answered all my questions and also emailed me copies of my receipt. I've never had such helpful and efficient customer service from a nightclub before, and would highly recommend them. Pros: Everything Cons: Nothing more
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great place 2 Have F U N!?!?!?!!??! 12/21/2009

Hey everyone! my friends and i went to Katra this past weekend and had an amazing time! The vibe was friendly and the DJ was awsome...when we ordered our drinks they came quick, fast, and in a hurry. This is def a place i would reccomend to others! So GO HAVE FUN...LIVE...LOVE...LIFE! Pros: best service I had in a while Cons: NOTHING! more
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I think im a groupie! lol 12/21/2009

So i think that i have been to like all of the places that these guys own, maybe im a groupie! lol No but 4real i really like the service that i have recieved at all of the venues. Aside from the service her the wings and the chicken skewers were quite tastey. Oh and my friend tried hookah for the first time here so i think that this is our new fave spot! lol Pros: The wings!!! more
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Stay away 12/20/2009

I planned a bday party there and OMG did I make an awful mistake. When my guests and I showed up, the place was a big surprise, there was a lot of not-so-classy people and it just got worst as the night continues. I had been there before and it use to have soo much class, people well dressed and all, I've talked to lawyers and working professionals. (Not sure what happened since then?!) I was utterly embarrased to have picked it for my party and had to apologize for picking such a venue afterwards! Worst yet, it was a bday I definately did not want to remember or bring up. Pros: location Cons: crowd more
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Had An Amazing Birthday Party at Katra! 12/15/2009

Had my Birthday Party at Katra on Dec. 12/'09. Thanks to Chris the owner and an amazing and friendly staff, it was one of the best Birthdays I've ever had! The staff is attentive and professional and Chris does a very good job of making you feel welcome and appreciated. I've frequented Katra often and I keep returning because I feel at home and relaxed when I'm there and there's always a fun time to be had. I highly recommend Katra to anyone who wants to have any kind of party or event in a relaxed and fun atmosphere where everything you need is taken care of and you're guaranteed to have a great time. The music is great, the food is amazing and the service is top notch. Dohn Solis. Pros: Great staff and great service. Cons: None. more
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Fantastic Space 12/9/2009

Had a party here in their downstairs lounge and had a great time. We were able to have some musicians play a live set and the sound was great. Room to dance or just chill on one of the sofas- it was a success and we're anxious to do it again soon. special thanks to the manager chris for helping us put it together. Pros: Great sound system, Tasty Snacks and Drink Specials more
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Hot Spot on Saturdays 12/8/2009

I host my 32 Birthday Party at Katra, I had a blast. Derrick the corridinator was real helpful with the planning. All my guest got inside without a problem. Katra is a must if you want to party hard on a saturday. Pros: Great DJ, Friendly at the Door Cons: Pricey Drinks, Parking more
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Great Place for a Party! 12/2/2009

I had a 30th Birthday party for my sister over the weekend in the VIP area. From the time we arrived the staff was very helpful and attentive from Chris the Manager to our waitress Jen, the busboys, bouncer, and our event planner Nikki. My sister had a blast, the food was great, and all of my guests had no problem getting in. I have had several parties at different clubs around the city and this is one of the rare times that there were no problems or drama. I will definitely have a party here again!! Pros: Great Staff! Cons: Can get really Crowded and Hot more
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Halloween 11/1/2009

We had our annual halloween party at Katra and it was amazing! There were several other party happening that night in the club and I was concerned at first that we wouldn't all work well together, but I was completely wrong. The crowd was fun and friendly and looking to enjoy the night! The staff was so nice and not rude at all like most bars. They got us our drinks fast and the dj played all the right music! It was a great halloween! more
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Awesome place for a party! 10/31/2009

I had my Halloween party at Katra last night for the second time. Chris and his team are great, always take great care of my friends and me! The ambience is perfect for a party! I will definitely be back next year for sure! Pros: Chris Collins and his team are fantastic! more
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Best 30th Ever!! 10/27/2009

Ya know, you never believe any review until it's your own.. So I never had a birthday party for myself (believe it or not..) and it's was going to be my 30th so after some getting over myself I decided to have one. I had been to KATRA a few times before and it always struck me as a place I could bring any o...f my many friends to, so I decided on going with them. From the beginning, the Manager (Chris) was very direct and to the point (helpful when trying to organize your own party) and his staff was on point with everything from the decor, the bottle service, the DJ (soooo crucial...), to my guests entering the club. I didn't get one complaint from my party (81+) , and the rest of the crowd there was just soooo much fun.. My money was well spent (trust me!!). KATRA will definitely be a mainstay in my Saturday Nights-to-come Pros: Everyone was free!! Everyone had fun!! Cons: NYC Clubs could always use a little more space lol more
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WONDERFUL PLACE 10/20/2009

I had my NYC Premiere of my film TRUTH UNSPOKEN there and I can not tell you great they worked with me. Chris the manager is AMAZING. Everyone Loved the drinks, the food, the DJ's are wonder and the whole vibe over all is Great! I would do another event at KATRA anytime. If you are looking for a place to go in there city Katra is a place where you should put at the top of your list! Best, Ebony J Lewis Pros: Customer Friendly more
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Movie Premier 10/18/2009

Katra is a great lounge/club/restaurant. The food was excellent and their crab cakes are to die for. The staff are very accomodating and friendly. Katra is organize and well run, from the bouncer at the door to the waitress and waiter. I attented Katra for the Truth Unspoken movie premier and they did everything in their power to keep their guest happy for ex.. There were so many people for the movie premier that they showed the movie upstairs and downstair just to make sure everyone got to see it. There is also a parking lot around the corner and you get a discount if you get your card stamped at the door. Pros: love the big screen tv ;) more
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Great Cust Serv! 10/17/2009

When u see reviews for Katra u always think they are blown up or it?s the club doing it. But after our party here on Friday Night I have to agree they are pretty accurate . Doorstaff friendly, Manager Very Friendly and Very attentive. Waitstaff wonderful and polite, bartenders quick and prompt and music sick!!! Great venue even though gets a little packed for about an hour which like anywhere in NYC is common. Drinks are a bit pricey but if you are not paying cover then it balances out. As a whole a very good night besides the terrible weather so today I give Katra five stars. I will be back!! Pros: Staff and venue is very nice Cons: drinks a little pricey more
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Great time and Great Party 10/17/2009

So i did my birthday at Sin Sin on the 4th and had a great time. So we went back this wknd but all of their sections were sold out, so the GM told us to visit Katra....Great time and Great Party. We got a table here last night and to say we were taken care of is an understatement. We did a two Goose spec for $500 and then Chris the manger or owner (I am not sure) bought us another one! OMG i was like its because we are SUPER HOT chicas! lol all my friends got in no problem (even the guys didnt have to pay!!) and the music was sick. Beautiful crowd and a greta time! Now i have 2 fave places in the LES! YAY ME! Pros: The staff more
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we like to party! 10/10/2009

ive never been to a club where the bouncer at the door doesnt give you a hard time. that is until last night! i came in early with a friend so we had no issues getting in even though there was a list. at around 11:30 i asked the girl at the door if it would be ok for 10 of my friends to join us even though we had no list. she said that she would ask the manager and would see if we had room to create me a guest list so my friends could get in for free. 2 minutes later i was speaking with the manager, chris, and he totally took care of us! we had a blast drinking downstairs at the bar and dancing to the great music the DJ was playing. i'm definitely coming back here! Pros: love the guy at the door more
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BEST Night! 10/10/2009

i helped my best friend plan his birthday party at taj this saturday and "due to building issues" we had to move our party. the reservationist called us and told us that their capacity was 75 people!! we thought we were screwed but then she offered to send us to their other club katra. she offered us a free table and a free bottle of champagne for all of our troubles and we also got to invite more people. she was really nice and made us feel like everything was going to be alright. my best friend had the BEST time ever and is probably nursing a nasty hangover right now. they really took care of us and made sure everything was perfect. even though we had originally planned to go to taj everything worked out in the end and we had a great night. Pros: friendly staff, funny door guy, great music Cons: drinks were a little expensive more
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The staff treats you like you're crew. 10/3/2009

Decided to have my girlfriend'a birthday party here Friday night. It was my first time at Katra and could not have asked for a better experience. The staff and the manager, in particular, were the best of hosts. Got a table and a couple bottles, which I highly recommend. Our table was never short on glasses, napkins, mixers, etc. The appetizers were delicious, in particular the little lamb kabob things. Atmosphere was fun and unpretencious. I also recommend a table if you have a large party so you have a nice ittle piece of real estate for your friends to enjoy. Music may vary night to night, but the mix of old school hiphop, top 40 and 80's was just the ticket and a nice change from the "unce unce unce" you hear at some lounges or big room clubs. I highly recommend it to anyone, espcially for parties. The staff treats you like you're crew. Thanks. more
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Really cool night 10/3/2009

I went to a semi private party here 2 weeks ago. The party was scheduled for 8pm. I was running a little late so I got there at 8:30pm. Come to find that I'm the very first one there. Even the hosts of the party had not made it there yet. The owner, Chris, then said to me, "Don't you know women by now? You know they want you to wait!" He then bought me a drink on the house and the night was all set. Our group got the Moroccan fries, which were really really good. Maybe I was just starving or whatever, but they were really good. We also got chicken, if I remember, which was also really good. Chris was really accommodating, and he even joined our party for a few minutes at a time. And whenever we needed something, he was like "johnny on the spot." If you needed a place to sit, he would get a chair from the closet. If you had a cigarette, he had a lighter. If you coughed, he had a lozenge. You can't ask much more from an owner. We will def make it back the next time we are in town!! 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
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  • Hours: Daily, 5pm-4am
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Lower East Side, Downtown, Bowery
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