Private Events & Group Dining at Life After

Planning a birthday dinner, private party, corporate event, anniversary, or special celebration in Edgewater, NJ? Life After Restaurant offers group dining and private event options for celebrations of all sizes, with curated menus, cocktails, music, and an elevated dining experience overlooking the Bergen County waterfront.

Please submit the event inquiry form below and a member of our team will contact you to discuss availability and event details.

Response Times:
For inquiries submitted Wednesday–Sunday, please allow up to 24 hours for a response. Inquiries submitted Monday or Tuesday will be answered when our team returns on Wednesday.

Event Booking Information

  1. Groups of 11 or more require a prix fixe menu.

  2. Parties of more than 50 guests require a private event booking.

  3. Celebration cakes are welcome. A cake-cutting fee of $1.75 per person applies, or $3.25 per person for cutting and individually boxing cake to go.

  4. Events should be booked at least 14 days in advance. A 20% deposit is required to secure your event reservation.

  5. Events booked with less than 7 days' notice require payment in full to secure the reservation.

Whether you're searching for a private event venue in Edgewater, a Bergen County birthday dinner, corporate event space, or a restaurant for a large group celebration, Life After offers a distinctive setting designed to make your event feel like more than just dinner.

Taste. Listen. Feel.

Our Packages

Explore our range of private dining and event experiences designed to bring people together for unforgettable celebrations, special occasions, and everything in between.

Custom offerings are also available.

  • $85 PP - FOUR COURSE (2 proteins)

    SALADS (Choose 1)

    • Beets Salad

    • Kale Caesar Salad

    APPETIZERS (Choose 2)

    • Assorted Chicken Wings (Lemon Pepper, Honey Bourbon Ginger, Pineapple Jerk)

    • Braised BBQ Chicken Arepas

    • Assorted Tacos (chicken/steak)

    • Chicken & Waffle Bites

    • Beef Sliders

    PROTEINS (Choose 2)

    • Jerk Chicken

    • Smothered Steak

    • Creamy Stew Chicken

    • Southern Style Fried Catfish

    SIDES (Choose 2)

    • Baked mac & cheese

    • Rasta Pasta

    • Coconut Rice

    • Grilled Asparagus

    • Sautéed Seasonal Veggies

    • Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    • Collard Greens

    DESSERT: Chef’s Selection

    $115 PP FOUR COURSE (3 proteins)

    SALADS (Choose 1)

    • Beets Salad

    • Kale Caesar Salad

    APPETIZERS (Choose 3)

    • Assorted Chicken Wings (Lemon Pepper, Honey Bourbon Ginger, Pineapple Jerk)

    • Braised BBQ Chicken Arepas

    • Assorted Tacos (chicken/steak)

    • Chicken & Waffle Bites

    • Beef Sliders

    • Oxtail Grilled Cheese

    • General Tso’s Chicken Bao Buns

    PROTEINS (Choose 3)

    • Jerk Chicken

    • Smothered Steak

    • Creamy Stew Chicken

    • Southern Style Fried Catfish

    • Grilled Salmon

    SIDES (Choose 3)

    • Baked mac & cheese

    • Rasta Pasta

    • Coconut Rice

    • Grilled Asparagus

    • Sautéed Seasonal Veggies

    • Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    • Collard Greens

    $150 PP FOUR COURSE (3 proteins + open bar)

    SALADS (Choose 1)

    • Beets Salad

    • Kale Caesar Salad

    APPETIZERS (Choose 4)

    • Assorted Chicken Wings (Lemon Pepper, Honey Bourbon Ginger, Pineapple Jerk)

    • Braised BBQ Chicken Arepas

    • Assorted Tacos (chicken/steak)

    • Chicken & Waffle Bites

    • Beef Sliders

    • Oxtail Grilled Cheese

    • General Tso’s Chicken Bao Buns

    • Crab Cake Bites

    • Crispy Spanish Style Calamari

    PROTEINS (Choose 3)

    • Jerk Chicken

    • Smothered Steak

    • Creamy Stew Chicken

    • Southern Style Fried Catfish

    • Grilled Salmon

    • Petite Filet Mignon

    SIDES (Choose 3)

    • Baked mac & cheese

    • Rasta Pasta

    • Coconut Rice

    • Grilled Asparagus

    • Sautéed Seasonal Veggies

    • Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    • Collard Greens

  • Family Style | $45

    ADD ONS:

    *Bottomless Mimosas +$35pp (90mins)

    Specialty Cocktail +$15pp

    SALAD

    Lil’ Cease
    Kale | parmesan crisp | boiled egg | garlic croutons

    MAINS
    Host pre-selects 3 Mains (or 4 +$10pp)

    All About The Oxtail Omelet
    Oxtail omelet | three cheeses | beef jus drizzle | chives | garlic aioli | side salad

    Eggs Benny From The Bronx
    Crab cakes | poached egg | Old Bay hollandaise | toasted english muffin | home fries

    Brooklyns Finest (+$6pp)
    8oz ribeye | 2 eggs any style with cheese | home fries | Welch’s grape juice

    Southernplayalistic Shrimp & Grits
    Colossal pan seared shrimp | creamy cheddar grits

    Shorty Stacks Pancakes
    Fluffy buttermilk pancakes | mix winter berry compote | whipped butter

    Toast Dem Sugar
    Amaretto French toast | berry compote | whipped cream

    Waffle Anthem
    Louisiana style crispy chicken | fluffy buttermilk waffle

  • COCKTAIL | $45PP

    Minimum Guests 25 | Maximum 50 for semi-private events

    Passed or Plated Bites: 90mins

    HOT & COLD CANAPES | choice of six total:

    COLD CANAPES

    • Shrimp Cocktails
    • Smoked Salmon Sesame Cones
    • Bruschetta Wonton Chips
    • Chicken Salad Tarts

    HOT CANAPES

    • Assorted Chicken Wings
    • Braised BBQ Chicken Arepas
    • Chicken & Waffles
    • Angus Beef Sliders
    • Southern Style Chicken Sandwich
    • Oxtail Tostones +$4pp
    • Philly Cheesesteak Bao Buns
    • Crispy Spanish Style Calamari
    • Crab Cakes
    • Bang Bang Fried Shrimp
    • Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls
    • Steak Skewers
    • Oxtail Grilled Cheese +$4pp

  • DINNER BUFFET | $95PP
    Available for Private Events Only

    Passed/Plated Bites: 90mins

    CHOICE OF 5: (hot & cold canapes)

    COLD CANAPES

    • Shrimp Cocktails
    • Smoked Salmon Sesame Cones
    • Bruschetta Wonton Chips
    • Chicken Salad Tarts

    HOT CANAPES

    • Assorted Chicken Wings
    • Braised BBQ Chicken Arepas
    • Chicken & Waffles
    • Angus Beef Sliders
    • Southern Style Chicken Sandwich
    • Oxtail Tostones +$4pp
    • Philly Cheesesteak Bao Buns
    • Crispy Spanish Style Calamari
    • Crab Cakes
    • Bang Bang Fried Shrimp
    • Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls
    • Steak Skewers
    • Lamb Lolly Pops +$8pp
    • Oxtail Grilled Cheese +$4pp

    CHOICE OF 1:

    SALADS

    • Caesar
    • Spring Beets & Arugula

    CHOICE OF 3:

    PASTAS & SIDES

    • Veggie or Chicken Rasta Pasta
    • Mac & Cheese
    • Coconut Rice
    • White Rice
    • Asparagus
    • Sauteed Veggie Blend
    • Garlic Mashed Potatoes
    • Handcut Fries
    • Fluffy Cornbread
    • Oxtail Ragu Pasta +$10

    CHOICE OF 2:

    PROTEINS

    • Creamy Chicken Stew
    • Southern Blues Salmon
    • Jerk Chicken
    • Braised Oxtail +$12pp
    • Smothered Steak

    BRUNCH BUFFET | $65PP

    Offered Saturday’s 11am - 4pm | $5k minimum food & beverage spend

    Add On Specialty Branded Cocktail +$15pp
    Add On Bottomless Mimosas +$30pp

    BUFFET STATIONS

    Customizations available upon request

    Choose 6

    • Assorted Fruits & Cheeses
    • Kale Caesar Salad
    • Scrambled Eggs/Cheese
    • Cheesy Grits
    • Fried Catfish
    • Turkey Bacon
    • Turkey Sausage
    • Fluffy Cornbread
    • Chicken & Waffles
    • French Toast
    • Home Fries
    • Oven baked bone-in chicken
    • Grilled salmon +$6pp
    • Assorted Wings
    • Mac & Cheese
    • Coconut Rice
    • Seasonal Veggies

    PASSED BITES +$15pp

    Choose four | Passed for first 90mins

    • Assorted Chicken Wings
    • Chicken & Mozzerella Stuffed Arepas
    • Beef or Chicken Empanadas
    • Beef or Chicken Sliders
    • Oxtail Grilled Cheese +$5pp
    • Shrimp Po Boy Bao Buns
    • Crispy Calamari
    • Crab Cakes
    • Bang Bang Fried Shrimp
    • Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls
    • Beef Filled Sweet Plantains

  • OPTION 1: BAR TAB

    Drinks will be ordered & paid for according to consumption.

    OPTION 2: WINE & BEER PACKAGE

    Selection of wine and both domestic and imported bottled beer.

    • 2 hours | 40 per person
    • 3 hours | 50 per person

    OPTION 3: WINE, BEER & SPIRITS

    Selection of Wine, Beer & Spirits, excludes shots.

    • 2 hours | 50 per person
    • 3 hours | 60 per person
    • 4 hours | 70 per person

    20 person minimum for options 2 and 3.

    BOTTLE SERVICE

    Don Julio Blanco | 200
    Don Julio Reposado | 250
    D'USSÉ | 250
    Hennessy | 225
    Tito's | 150
    Belvedere | 200
    Grey Goose | 200
    Casamigos Reposado | 275
    Casamigos Blanco | 250
    Veuve Clicquot Rosé | 210
    Moët Rosé | 200
    Ruffino Rosé | 60

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Private Events & Group Dining at Life After

Planning a birthday dinner, private party, corporate event, anniversary, or special celebration in Edgewater, NJ? Life After Restaurant offers group dining and private event options for celebrations of all sizes, with curated menus, cocktails, music, and an elevated dining experience overlooking the Bergen County waterfront.

Please submit the event inquiry form below and a member of our team will contact you to discuss availability and event details.

Response Times:
For inquiries submitted Wednesday–Sunday, please allow up to 24 hours for a response. Inquiries submitted Monday or Tuesday will be answered when our team returns on Wednesday.

Event Booking Information

  1. Groups of 11 or more require a prix fixe menu.

  2. Parties of more than 50 guests require a private event booking.

  3. Celebration cakes are welcome. A cake-cutting fee of $1.75 per person applies, or $3.25 per person for cutting and individually boxing cake to go.

  4. Events should be booked at least 14 days in advance. A 20% deposit is required to secure your event reservation.

  5. Events booked with less than 7 days' notice require payment in full to secure the reservation.

Whether you're searching for a private event venue in Edgewater, a Bergen County birthday dinner, corporate event space, or a restaurant for a large group celebration, Life After offers a distinctive setting designed to make your event feel like more than just dinner.

Taste. Listen. Feel.