6 private dining rooms perfect for last-minute holiday parties

Whether you’re planning a family gathering, a corporate party, or a festive get-together with friends, here are a few restaurants offering spaces for your celebration.

A lively indoor gathering at a warmly lit venue called Uptown Sports Club. The bar area is decorated with festive string lights and garlands, and the words "Cocktails" and "Sandwiches" are illuminated in neon signs on the walls. Guests are mingling, chatting, and enjoying the atmosphere. The space has a cozy yet vibrant ambiance, with rustic brick walls and a mix of modern and vintage decor. — Uptown Sports Club offers family-style menus for intimate gatherings and buyout packages for larger groups.

It’s not too late to plan an unforgettable party this holiday season.

From private dining rooms to expansive event spaces, here are six venues with packages ready to book for your festivity.

A recreation room with a pool table that has a pink felt surface. Surrounding the table are pastel-colored chairs, with concrete floors and walls complemented by bright accents like pink piping on the ceiling and pillows in pink and blue. Additional decor includes disco balls and various shapes visible through the windows in the wall. — The Rodeo Room inside Downright Austin will delight guests with its lively decor.

Downright Austin, 701 E. 11th St.
No need to deck the halls — this Downtown hotel already has glitz and glamour. Invite your guests into the retro Rodeo Room, the grand Capitol Ballroom, or the intimate Capitol View Terrace.

An intimate dining room with sepia-toned photography hanging on stone walls. Red and white metal chairs are placed along a long, pale wood table. — Imagine this table filled with delicious food and surrounded by loved ones.

La Condesa, 400 W. 2nd St. A
Elevate your party by hosting it at The Flour House, a private dining room tucked inside this Mexican restaurant. The space, which is landmarked by the Texas Historical Commission, was built by the Schneider family in the 1860s and seats up to 18 guests.

A wine tasting or dinner event at Nido, with a focus on a person pouring red wine into a glass. Three glasses on the table hold wines of different colors, indicating a tasting progression. The table is set with additional glasses, water, and candles. People in the background engage in conversation. — Bring up to 24 guests to Nido’s private dining room and enjoy complimentary access to the terrace.

Nido, 1211 W. Riverside Dr.
Dazzle your dinner guests with panoramic skyline views at this elegant restaurant on the eighth floor of The Loren Lady Bird Lake. Hosts can order food from the menu or create their own culinary experience with the chefs. Email atx.sales@thelorenhotel.com for more information.

Stella San Jac, 310 E. 5th St.
Book a jolly brunch, lunch, or dinner in the private dining room at this upscale Southern restaurant nestled inside the Westin Austin Downtown, which also offers custom menus.

A sleek, white stone bar has empty wooden stools with glasses of mimosas in front of each chair. Behind the bar, dozens of bottles of Desert Door sotol sit on the shelf. In the background, a vibrant dried floral arrangement is at the center of a seating arrangement. The corner of a dining table is visible in the foreground. — Spend the holidays in the Texas Hill Country at this fully customizable venue.

The Rackhouse at Desert Door, 211 Darden Hill Rd., Driftwood
This newly renovated event venue at the sotol distillery has it all: customizable private dining rooms, covered patio seating, catering, and an on-site eatery. Email jessica@desertdoor.com to explore options.

Uptown Sports Club, 1200 E. 6th St.
Celebrate the holidays at this New Orleans-inspired eatery, which boasts indoor + outdoor spaces for private events and menu options tailored to the size of the guest list.

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Where to host your last-minute holiday party

Whether you’re planning a family gathering, a corporate party, or a festive get-together with friends, here are a few restaurants offering spaces for your celebration.