Gather Offbeat

Our space at Chelsea Market welcomes you and your guests to gather, eat, and drink in a unique impact-driven space in the heart of Manhattan.

upcoming events

Don't miss our upcoming events or host your next event at Eat Offbeat

Eat Offbeat: Persian Cuisine Dinner + Cooking Demo

April 17, 2025 06:30 PM
- 08:30 PM | Atelier Jolie Cafe

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Stories of Refugees Resilience

April 24, 2025 06:30 PM
- 08: 30 PM  | Chelsea Market

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Leading with Love - a Masterclass with Raj Sisodia

May 1, 2025 06:00 PM -
08:30 PM  | Chelsea Market

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AI x Planet: threat or opportunity

May 13, 2025 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM  | Chelsea Market

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Eat Offbeat: Syrian Cuisine Dinner + Cooking Demo

May 29, 2025 06:30 PM
- 08:30 PM  | Atelier Jolie Cafe

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Climate Game Night at Eat Offbeat

June 05, 2025 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM  | Chelsea Market

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hosting your private event

Host an intimate get-together, happy hour, corporate event, fundraiser, office party, and more… or collaborate with us on a customized experience for your group!

By hosting your private event at Eat Offbeat, you and your guests will not only experience delicious authentic cuisines from around the world, but make an impact by supporting refugee and displaced communities and sharing a meaningful experience around food.

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Up to 70 people

Buffet or Served

Music & Entertainment

Decoration

Let us give you the tour!

The perfect setting for an impactful gathering.Located in the iconic Chelsea Market, our space is easily accessible, spacious, and welcoming. Be it an intimate get-together, corporate event, reunion, fundraiser and more… We are able to accommodate up to 35 people seated or 70 people standing.

Food with impact.

To make those gatherings tastier and to awaken the food adventurers in you, we serve authentic and homemade meals created by refugee and immigrant chefs who have a direct connection to the flavors, the traditions, and the culture they represent.From our signature build-your-own-bowl buffet, to passed hors-d’oeuvres or family-style platters, we offer a variety of food & service  packages to suit your vision.

A different kind of fun

Our team is always happy to explore and offer out-of-the-box experiences to elevate your event and give it a deeper meaning, from Chef speaking engagements, cooking demos, offbeat team building activities , swag bags & favors and more.

Have other ideas?  Let’s chat!

Here's what they said

Our friends’ experiences

"Very delicious and I love the concept. Eat Offbeat is a catering company staffed by immigrants and refugees who have found a new home and a new hope through cooking"
Carolin W
"Amazing food from an amazing company with a great mission. All of their food is made by refugees and from their authentic recipes. Loved everything I tried."
Bradley Yucht
"I ordered our Thanksgiving dinner at Eat Offbeat and it was delicious. We had an international feast all cooked by Chefs from various part of the world. All delivered."
Khadija Fajry

All you need to know

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your opening hours?

Our space is open daily from 11am to 5pm (and until 8pm on Thursdays through Saturdays). The space can be privatized, for a fee, during or outside of our regular operating hours.

For how long can we rent the space?

Our rental fees cover 2 hours, with extra charges for every additional hour.

What staffing is provided?

Our team will take care of all service needs ( buffet service, passed hors-d'oeuvres, family-style table service, cleanup, etc…).  They will also be your main point of contact throughout your event.

Is there space to fit a band?

Of course! We can accommodate bands and even provide them with a mixer and sound system.

Do I have to pay extra for table and chair rentals?

We handle all that! Tables and chairs are included with your venue rental. We can accommodate up to 35 people seated. You can lay tables and chairs as you desire.

What is the cancellation policy?

We require a non-refundable 50% deposit two (2) weeks ahead of the event, and a full payment 72 hours ahead of the event time. We require a final confirmation on headcount 72 hours ahead of time to make sure we have all the food and staffing needed.