Jungle Bird

What Jungle Bird does

Jungle Bird is a privately-held, single-location cocktail bar operating at 174 8th Avenue in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood, New York. It was co-founded by Krissy Harris (Beverage Director, formerly of Gramercy Tavern and The Wren) and David Clarke. The bi-level venue comprises a main floor bar and The Canopy Room upstairs, with two fully equipped bars and a maximum guest capacity of 190 for full venue buyouts. The concept is named after the classic 1970s Kuala Lumpur Hilton welcome drink and centers on bright, fresh-flavored cocktails paired with a Southeast Asian-inspired food menu, complemented by an original Jessalyn Brooks mural and artwork that define the venue's aesthetic.

The product surface spans a signature cocktails program ($14-$18 per drink), an extensive spirits list ($10-$150), wines by the glass and bottle ($14-$175), beer ($5-$12), and a food menu with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options ($7-$19). Three adjunct modules extend the core offering: Early Bird specials (Mon-Fri until 7pm), Late Night Food (Thu-Sat 10pm-12am), and a Zero Proof non-alcoholic cocktail program featuring house creations and partner brands such as Athletic Brewing and Sanzo. Private events are sold through three configurations — Main Floor (11-24 guests), The Canopy Room (up to 75), and Full Venue Buyout (up to 190) — booked via TripleSeat, while everyday reservations route through Resy.

Revenue is generated entirely through on-premise food and beverage transactions (unit-priced, pay-as-you-go) supplemented by private event bookings, with a 20% service fee added for parties of six or more. The go-to-market motion is hybrid: direct-to-consumer for walk-ins and reservations, combined with an event-driven motion targeting corporate celebrations, brand activations, and private parties. Distribution is omnichannel in marketing (website, Instagram @junglebirdnyc) but physical in fulfillment, with a single NYC venue and no disclosed expansion plans, institutional funding, or parent company.

Name

Jungle Bird

Legal name

Jungle Bird

Website

https://junglebirdnyc.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Jungle Bird is a privately-held cocktail bar in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood offering signature cocktails, a Southeast Asian-inspired food menu, and private event programming through The Canopy Room and full venue buyouts for up to 190 guests.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cocktail Bar & Hospitality

NAICS

Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (722410), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (72241)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Cocktail Bars & Lounges (CRANACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Neighborhood & Sports Bars (THAFAEAA), Bars & Pubs (Non-Music) (MPAGAIAC)

Keywords

• Cocktail bar services
• Restaurant bar hospitality
• Private event venue
• Spirits and wine bar
• Southeast Asian bar food

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Food & Beverage Sales: Direct sales of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and Southeast Asian-inspired food to consumers at the bar. Revenue generated through per-item pricing on food and drink menus. Covers cocktails ($14-$18), spirits by the pour ($10-$150), wine by glass ($14-$16) or bottle ($56-$175), draft/canned beer ($5-$9), and food items ($7-$19).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Jungle Bird is a cocktail bar in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood that sells signature cocktails, an extensive spirits collection, wine, beer, and a Southeast Asian-inspired food menu directly to consumers. The venue also offers private event hosting through its upstairs Canopy Room (up to 75 guests) and full venue buyouts (up to 190 guests), including specialized programs such as Early Bird specials, Late Night food, and a Zero Proof non-alcoholic cocktail menu.

Product overview

Jungle Bird is a cocktail bar and hospitality venue offering a unified food and beverage experience. The core offering consists of a signature cocktail menu (with the namesake Jungle Bird as the centerpiece) paired with a Southeast Asian-inspired food menu. Additional modules include wine and beer programs, an extensive spirits collection, and specialized dining options like Early Bird happy hour specials (Mon-Fri until 7pm) and Late Night food service (Thurs-Sat 10pm-midnight). The venue also operates a Zero Proof non-alcoholic cocktail program. For private events, the business offers The Canopy Room (upstairs private space for up to 75 guests) and Full Venue Buyouts (up to 190 guests), both featuring dedicated cocktail curation by Owner and Beverage Director Krissy Harris.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cocktails Menu Signature cocktail menu featuring house-created drinks like the namesake Jungle Bird, along with seasonal and classic cocktails served in various styles (HIGHBALL, COUPE, ROCKS, TULIP). Targeted at bar guests at Jungle Bird's Chelsea location.
• Food Menu Southeast Asian-inspired bar food menu featuring dumplings, bao buns, skewers, spring rolls, salads, and shareable plates with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
• Beer & Wine by the Glass Selection of wines by the glass including sparkling, white, orange, rosé, and red varieties, plus draft and canned beer options.
• Wine Bottles Curated bottle service featuring wines from France, Italy, Austria, Portugal, and California, including Champagne, Prosecco, and regional varietals.
• Spirits Menu Extensive spirits collection featuring vodkas, gins, tequilas, rums, mezcal, sotol, bourbon, rye, scotch, Japanese whisky, brandy, amaro, liqueurs, vermouth, and fortified wines.
• Early Bird Specials Happy hour menu available Monday through Friday until 7pm featuring discounted cocktails at $14, beer from $5-$6, and bar bites ranging from $5-$12.
• Late Night Food Late-night food service available Thursday through Saturday from 10pm to midnight, featuring bar bites like Shoestring Fries ($9), Dumplings ($13), Spring Rolls ($12), Double Smash Burger ($19), Chicken Satay ($15), and BBQ Baby Back Ribs ($14).
• Zero Proof Menu Non-alcoholic cocktail program featuring house-made NA cocktails (e.g., White Stripes, Birdy, Manhattan Transfer) priced at $12, bottled/canned mocktails (Phony Espresso Negroni, Phony Negroni) at $12, and non-alcoholic beer options (Athletic Brewing, $6) and Sanzo sparkling water ($5).
• The Canopy Room Private Events Upstairs private event space with its own bar, banquettes, and configurable layout accommodating up to 75 guests for cocktail parties and seated celebrations. Includes dedicated cocktail curation by Beverage Director Krissy Harris.
• Full Venue Buyout Complete venue takeover option combining The Canopy Room with the main floor, accommodating up to 190 guests for corporate events, holiday parties, brand activations, and team celebrations.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ResycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorResy is the primary reservation platform for Jungle Bird. Customers can book tables through Resy.com for everyday dining experiences. This partnership enables the bar to manage walk-ins and reservations effectively.
• TripleSeatcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTripleSeat handles private event bookings for Jungle Bird. Customers submit event requests through the TripleSeat platform at junglebird.tripleseat.com/party_request/31997 for private celebrations, corporate events, and full venue buyouts.
• Jessalyn BrooksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLA-based artist Jessalyn Brooks created the large mural and paintings in the Main Bar and the paintings upstairs. Her bright, tropical colors informed the bar's overall design, making her an integral creative collaborator in the venue's aesthetic.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• PDT (Please Don't Tell): Famed NYC speakeasy-style cocktail bar with reservable booths and craft drinks. Direct comparable in cocktail focus, intimate venue format, and reservation-driven model.
• Amor y Amargo: NYC cocktail bar specializing in bitter/amaro-driven drinks in a small-format venue. Comparable as a craft cocktail destination in NYC's competitive bar landscape.
• Attaboy: Bespoke-cocktail NYC bar with no menu — staff creates drinks based on guest preferences. Highly comparable in craft-cocktail focus, intimate venue format, and elevated pricing.
• Mace: NYC cocktail bar recognized for its innovative, spice-forward cocktail program. Comparable in cocktail menu innovation, price points, and craft-bartending focus.
• The Wren: NYC craft cocktail bar and former employer of Jungle Bird's co-owner. Directly comparable in format (cocktail-focused neighborhood bar) and beverage program approach.
• Death & Co: Iconic NYC cocktail bar with a craft cocktail program and adjacent food offerings. Direct comparable to Jungle Bird's cocktail-centric, food-supported concept and private event capabilities.
• Employees Only: Long-running West Village cocktail bar known for craft cocktails and bar bites. Comparable in concept, target customer, and Chelsea/West Village neighborhood positioning.
• The Dead Rabbit: Award-winning NYC cocktail bar with a multi-level format and a strong food program. Comparable in bi-level layout, private event usage, and craft cocktail-plus-food positioning.
• Leyenda: NYC cocktail bar with a Latin-inspired food menu and craft beverage program. Highly comparable in pairing regional/ethnic-inspired cuisine with a serious cocktail offering.

Broad incumbents

• Gramercy Tavern: Danny Meyer's flagship fine-dining restaurant in NYC, where co-owner Krissy Harris trained. Broader upscale dining with a notable beverage program — not a direct bar competitor, but a relevant operator and brand.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/junglebirdnyc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jungle-bird

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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