Café Carlyle Frequently Asked Questions Originally opened in 1955, the Café Carlyle is a legendary cabaret venue with seating for up to 88 people, offering guests a quintessential New York experience unlike any other. The intimate setting of the Café allows both artist and audience to engage with one another, lending a feeling of a private performance rather than a concert. Is there a food & beverage minimum? Yes. For 8:45 p.m. performances, please note there is a food minimum of $75 for two-courses. What times are available for dinner? Dinner is served prior to all 8:45 p.m. performances with seatings offered at 6:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. For 10:45 p.m. performances, there is an optional dinner menu available.  What time should I arrive for a performance? For 8:45 p.m. performances, guests are asked to arrive at the time of their appointed dinner seating. (6:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.) For 10:45 p.m. performances, guests are asked to arrive 20-30 minutes prior to the show.  When does the show start? When does it end? Shows begin at 8:45 p.m. (late shows at 10:45 p.m.) and typically last 70-90 minutes depending on the artist. What is the cancellation policy? For tickets reserved through Ticketweb, please contact TicketWeb customer service directly at info@ticketweb.com or at +1 866 777 8932. A customer service representative is available Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST.  What is the dress code? Chic attire. Gentlemen are required to wear jackets.