The Dinner Table at San Babila (Upper East Side)
A Dinner Party Where Strangers Become Friends
We're bringing The Dinner Table to the Upper East Side for the very first time — and we're kicking it off at San Babila, a modern Italian trattoria on 2nd Avenue that's quickly become one of the neighborhood's most talked-about restaurants. An evening of handcrafted pasta, Italian wines, prosecco, and the kind of connection that happens when strangers share a table in one of the most beautiful intimate dining rooms on the UES.
"Loved the location; good group of people. The conversations were interesting. The food and service was impeccable." — NYC Guest
How It Works
Mix & Mingle Session — Meet the group over a complimentary glass of prosecco before we sit down
Family-style dinner — 3 courses of modern Italian cuisine, served to share
Seat rotations between courses so you're not stuck in one conversation all night
Intimate group size — 10-20 guests, not a massive room of strangers
About the Venue
San Babila is one of the Upper East Side's most talked-about new restaurants — a modern Italian trattoria from hospitality veteran Gianmarco Di Michele that brings Southern Italian warmth to 2nd Avenue. The 46-seat dining room is intimate and beautiful: Murano glass chandeliers from Italy, emerald green tones, copper accents, and a marble bar that makes you feel like you've stepped into Milan.
Three-Course Dinner Served Family-Style
Dinner service includes a family-style 3-course dinner for each guest.
Each guest will also receive one complementary glass of prosecco included with their ticket purchase.
Additional beverages can be purchased throughout the event.
Agenda
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Mix and Mingle
Come and meet with other Dinner Table guests, get to know who you'll be dining with!
1 Complimentary Drink: a glass of wine (red or white) served at check-in.
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM: Family-Style Dinner Service
Guests will switch seats between courses!
9:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Closing Announcements
Closing remarks to conclude the afternoon.
This is your chance to exchange contact information with those you've met!
Menu on Offer
All courses will be served family-style for the tables to share.
Appetizer Course
Fritto Misto
Artichoke Salad
Entree Course
Tagliatelle Bolognese
Pollo Alla Griglia
Dessert Course
Tiramisu
Complimentary Welcome Beverage
Prosecco
NOTE: This menu is subject to change pending our guest's outlined dietary restrictions.
FAQs
What is the general age range of your events?
We encourage guests from all ages and backgrounds to attend our events. Our programming is tailored to anyone looking to meet others.
Generally, we've seen the age range of our events to be between 25-40 years old. That's not to say anyone outside of that range can't attend!
What's the difference between General Admission tickets and Men & Women tickets?
Any ticket purchase gets the same experience, there is no difference.
We've created gendered tickets to ensure a relatively even distribution of guests at our events. GA is open to anyone.
Can I come alone?
Yes, we encourage it! Our goal at The Dinner Table is to create meaningful connections through cuisine and art. Many of our guests leave with new friends at the end of the event.
What is your refund policy?
We understand sometimes things come up, and that's why we offer a full credit to your next event if you cancel ten days before the event
Are you able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies?
Yes. Our team ensures the restaurant's menus are flexible to account for a wide array of dietary preferences.
If you have any other questions or concerns, all guests are welcome to reach out to us by email at [email protected]
Please be aware that photos and videos taken at the event may be used for promotional purposes.