The Dinner Table at Bananas Restaurant (East Village)
~ Our Classic Dinner Party In East Village at Bananas Restaurant ~
The Dinner Table is reserving a portion of the restaurant space to host an evening of lasting connections through our dinner party experience.
Bananas has landed at 174 1st Ave with a bold and witty take on what it means to be Asian American today. Helmed by Chef-Owners Chris Ng and Kyaw Lwin—who collectively boast résumés spanning Blue Ribbon Sushi, Michelin-starred Shmoné, and Yakiniku Futago — this new eatery is as much about the story as it is about the food.
The results are shareable dishes like Lemon Pepper Karaage Chicken served with pancakes, Shrimp Wonton Étouffée in a Cajun broth, and Dynamite Fried Rice dotted with bay scallops, masago, and maitake mushrooms. Diners can also dig into reimagined classics like Chopped Cheese Krapow on brioche and the unexpected Char Siu Fried Banana, featuring 48-hour marinated pork alongside caramelized bananas.
Designed by Shoucair Design (of Kokomo and Brooklyn Chop House fame), the space walks the line between playful and polished. Bananas’ custom banana-leaf wallpaper, cove lighting, and quirky installations—like a moss banana sanctuary and banana-themed charms—make the 70-seat restaurant feel like both a cozy retreat and a visual conversation starter.
Three-Course Dinner Served Family-Style
Dinner service includes a family-style 3-course meal for each guest.
Each guest will also receive one complementary drink included with their ticket purchase.
A choice of house red/white wine, sake, or beer.
Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar throughout the event.
Agenda
7:00 PM - 7:45 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 choice of house red/white wine, sake, or beer.
7:45 PM - 9:30 PM: Family-Style Dinner Service by Bananas Restaurant
Guests can switch seats between courses!
9:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Closing Announcements
Closing remarks to conclude the evening.
This is your chance to exchange contact information with those you've met!
Menu on Offer
All courses will be served family-style for all guest to share.
To be announced the week of the dinner party.
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!
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 evening.
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 hello@thedinnertable.club
Please be aware that photos and videos taken at the event may be used for promotional purposes.