5 New Private Rooms for Meetings and Events in Orlando

October 1, 2012

These new and soon-to-open (or reopen) restaurants in and around Orlando, with private and semiprivate rooms, will serve as corporate meeting spaces for events including business dinners, presentations, cocktail receptions, and other types of entertaining.

Raga

Raga opened September 27 in the former Antonio’s location on Sand Lake Road. The new owners have dramatically renovated the second-floor space to create a sleek atmosphere that complements the menu of Indian and Eastern cuisine. The 8,000-square-foot restaurant has two private rooms, one with seating for 60 people and the other with seating for 70.

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1. V Orlando

V Orlando opens October 5 just east of Orlando Executive Airport. The lakefront venue can accommodate 1,000 people. Inside, it has 7,000 square feet, with a large dance floor, LED-lighted bars, and V.I.P. lounge areas. Outside, a 5,800-square-foot patio has another bar and dance floor, along with a misting system, fans, and heaters. The venue can provide audiovisual services and has a list of approved caterers.

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3. The Venue

The Venue is a new independent event space in Ivanhoe Village that opened in mid-September; it is the home of BabyBlueStar Productions, a company that produces several variety and burlesque shows. There are two buildings separated by an outdoor lounge. The 750-square-foot front building has a casual vibe and full bar, while the back building has 1,400 square feet of open space and 13-foot ceilings. The Venue can accommodate 105 seated.

The Vault

Open since September 7, the Vault is in the former Exchange National Bank building in downtown Tampa. Built in 1923, the two-story building has floor-to-ceiling windows that offer views of the city’s skyline. The 6,200-square-foot space can accommodate 600 people for a reception. The mezzanine overlooks the open main floor.

Photo: Courtesy of The Vault

Drury Inn & Suites

The new Drury Inn & Suites near International Drive has a variety of options for group meetings and events. The 150-seat dining room has a 40-seat section that can be roped off. The hotel also has a 2,180-square-foot ballroom that can accommodate 154 people theater-style, and an adjacent conference room with seating for 30.