Mark Birnbaum -The City Of New York Wasn't Always As Happening As It Is Today

In the past, spending weekends in a classy restaurant with friends or family was a costly affair for many. While New York City, has always been known for being one of the most stylish and happening cities in the world; having fun in New York City, wasn’t always so easy, as it was very costly.


But now thanks to hospitality entrepreneur, Mark Birnbaum who along with his friends and partners; Mr. Eugene Remm and Mr. Michael Herrnstein, New York City residents and visitors alike, now have the chance enjoy their weekends within an affordable budget, by introducing classy and cost savvy restaurants and clubs. 


Mark Birnbaum has brought about a radical change in the hospitality industry. Mark’s EMM group has many perfect restaurants and clubs, which are among New York’s most happening places to enjoy with loved and dear ones.

In no time, Mark’s venues have become the heart of New York’s nightlife. From high profile celebrities to everyday people, they all have experienced their top of the line hospitality.

Good ambience, delicious food, wine, and happening music are the specialties of his restaurants and clubs. Follow us on Instagram and Pinterest

The man who offers the best of the nightlife

When it comes to entertainment venues, nightclubs are the hottest place for young crowds to hang out, meet new people, socialize, while dancing and drinking. It’s pretty much the best destination to have fun.

The attraction of these nightlife venues varies from club to club. Young crowds find these spots to be the most amazing places to get together with friends to enjoy drinks, listen to all kinds of music, and just dance the night away.

These clubs are excellent for organizing parties, or any other entertainment based event. With music as their main attraction, these establishments, play music from different genres including; trance, heavy metal, Salsa, Hip Hop, Techno, Drum and Bass.  Drinks are also a main feature for these clubs.

Currently Most cities are overcrowded with nightlife venues. With so many options out there, nightclub owners need to come up with unique and special features that will make their establishments stand out. Providing the best in entertainment like; hot music bands, and special cocktails and drinks, are some of the major attractions used for a club’s promotion.

When we talk about the nightlife industry, the first name that comes to mind is that of Mark Birnbaum. His successful venue ownership, wide array of nightclubs and restaurants across New York are the main reason for the title of ‘King of NY’s nightlife’.

His clubs in NY are some of the most enthralling places to be at, and are mostly sought after by the city’s partygoers. Mark’s clubs are famous for offering a perfect blend of top quality atmosphere, thrilling music, drinks and everything that makes a club, a success.

In 2006, Mark came in association with partners, Eugene Remm and Michael Hartenstein and together they founded the EMM group. The group holds a history of successful venue ownership, and countless of established nightlife venues across the Meatpacking District.

Mark is the main reason behind the success of the EMM group.

Mark Birnbaum brought great things to the nightlife industry!

It is a well-known fact that New York’s nightlife has been revolutionized thanks to Mr. Mark Birnbaum and his partners Mr. Eugene Remm and Michael Hirtensein.


With the inauguration of their masterpieces like; ‘Abe and Arthur', 'Chandelier Room', 'Tenjune' and 'Catch' ; Mark, Eugene and Michael the three undisputed kings of the nightlife have changed the monotonous and boring city nightlife into exciting and fun rocking affairs.


The EMM group has given the American people different places to party, enjoy and hangout in. Be it a simple restaurant where you can have dinner or a nightclub, where you can dance to great music and enjoy with family & friends.

Mark Birnbaum- Has revolutionized contemporary nightlife!

Popular hospitality entrepreneur, Mark Birnbaum is a partner of the EMM group. Mr. Birnbaum along with his partners, Eugene Remm and Michael Hirntenstein has brought a revolutionary change to the nightlife industry.

As one of most successful hospitality, lifestyle and management companies in New York, the EMM group has established many peerless restaurants and night clubs. The name of Abe & Arthur’s, The Chandelier Room, Tenjune the SL, The General, Lexington Brass, Finale, and Catch Roof, are counted amongst some of the major achievements of the EMM Group.

With thousands of dedicated employees, Mr. Birnbaum is focusing on taking his firm to newer heights of success.

Apart from his work as an entrepreneur, Mark also actively participates in social welfares and charitable activities.

Mark Birnbaum -The man that has cemented his place as a hospitality icon!

He is the co-owner of the elite EMM group. Along with Eugene Remm and with Machail Hirstein, the group has founded inimitable restaurants and nightclubs like; Abe & Arthur’s, Catch, The General, Lexington Brass, Catch Roof, The Chandelier Room, Finale, Tenjune and SL.

Since 2006, the EMM group has set new standards of hospitality, by giving us multi-faceted masterpieces that cater to our needs.

Mr. Mark Birnbaum in particular has played a key role in reviving the nightlife in cities like, New York and Miami.

From the way things are going, it seems like there’s no apparent competition to EMM’s unmatchable standards of cuisines, cocktails, in house entertainment, accommodation and overall hospitality. All of this success can only be credited to Mark Birnbaum and his visionary ideas, and this is why people say that he is the man that has cemented his place as a hospitality icon!

Mark Birnbaum – A well-known name in New York’s nightlife industry

Mark Birnbaum is a renowned name in the hospitality business. He has taken the nightlife entertainment industry, to an entirely new level. His company the EMM group, which he founded with his two partners in 2006, has established many successful night life venues and top-class restaurants that are popular for their unmatched ambience and services.

Forbes magazine has called Mark, the king of New York’s nightlife. Some of the lounges and nightclubs that Mark and his partners have opened include; SL (2009), Catch, the Chandelier Room and Tenjune.

These establishments have been set near, below, above or adjacent to his restaurants as to provide convenience of both entertainment as well as a dining experience, within the same property.

In the summer of 2012, the EMM group became partners with The Social at Ravel and the HQ nightclub in Atlantic City. Today, the EMM group still continues to expand successfully.

New York City at Night

Over the years, a number of people ask 'where to go in NYC come night fall." Aside from the obvious answer and mentioning the spots that I, Mark Birnbaum have helped develop such as Catch Roof and SL, there's a bustling nightlife all over the boroughs. That's why New York is one of, if not the best place in the world and why the EMM Group is based in Manhattan.

New York city is like non-other in the sense that once night hits, you have that feeling of being young and free. It creates such an ambiance and indescribable feeling that just pulls you in.

Since EMM Group was developed in 2006, Mark Birnbaum has built a strong venue portfolio and a solid reputation as a leader in the hospitality industry. Doing so in a city that can eat people up on a daily basis. There were no doubt struggles and obstacles to overcome and you don't get to be named by Forbes as one of the 'Kings of NYC Nightlife' and featured in GQ without grit and determination.

While others can sit back and wallow in what they built, Mark Birnbaum is always looking to keep things moving forward. Whether its the opening of a new establishment like Catch Miami or working on the already thriving holdings that are already well established, Mark is never one to take a back seat to things.

As EMM Group comes up on it's 7th anniversary, Mark and everyone at the company is looking forward to the future in the greatest city in the world (New York) and beyond.

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Mark Birnbaum Names to UJA 40 under 40

UJA 40 under 40: Mark Birnbaum, Eugene Remm and More

UJA-Federation of New York unleashed their 40 under 40 list of the top movers and shakers in the New York community. Participants were chosen for their “drive, determination, achievement, character, and the ability to serve as leaders of the community.” One of those named to the list was EMM Groups own Mark Birnbaum.

Mark couldn't be more delighted to be named for such an honorable award. Through the years he has come from upstate nightlife promoter to one of the most respected hospitality moguls in the tri-state area and arguably in the country. He has been able to take concept to creation and build some of the most sought after restaurants and clubs in Manhattan. 

As one of the co-founders of the EMM Group, he has created a successful hospitality business, with venues that include: FINALE at 199 Bowery in the Lower East Side, Abe & Arthur’s, SL and the iconic Tenjune in the meatpacking district, and The Chandelier Room at the W Hotel in New Jersey. Mark Birnbaum has also established CATCH and SL inside The James Royal Palm in Miami. Mark has been featured in GQ Magazine and been labeled as one of the "Kings of New York Nightlife" by Forbes Magazine.

With things not looking to slow down in the near future, Mark Birnbaum is looking forward to all that's still to come in 2013. In early 2013, Birnbaum took the CATCH concept and headed to the Miami market, opening a second location of the widely popular seafood restaurant in South Beach at the James Royal Palm. Also opening is a Miami outpost of SL at the hotel – SL Miami – that will be sure to attract the same stars and revelers that frequent EMM Group’s New York venues. 

You can take a full look at the entire list of people who were named to the 40-under-40 list here. A formal 40 under 40 event is planned to take place this fall to honor Mark and all others named to the list. 

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Mark Birnbaum Essentials

Everyday Essentials: Mark Birnbaum, EMM Group

In case you missed it, Mark Birnbaum sat down with GQ a little while back to talk about a few essentials he needs to keep EMM going. As the article mentioned, here are a few things that Mark mentioned help turns things up, getting things done, and chill things out:

• Boxing: With the business hours being a bit all over the place, Mark is all about maintaining his health. That's why sweating it out at the gym three to four times a week can help.
• Smartphone: The way that technology and the business world moves these days, Mark needs to be mobile and on-the-go. Always being able to stay connected helps him stay ahead of the curve.
• Aston Martin: Growing up in a family that way part of the automotive business, Mark holds a close place in his heart for great cars. 
• Watches: Not only is it part of the style, but it's something that saves him from looking at his smartphone non-stop and always keeps him conscious of his time. As we all know, time is an important thing.
• Comfortable Sneakers: Whether it's opening up a new spot in Miami or just keeping up with the day-to-day activities of EMM, a comfortable pair of sneakers is definitely something that can't be overlooked.
• The Knicks: Not only do they provide a nice little distraction for the day-to-day happenings but there's nothing like sitting court side at Madison Square Garden with thousands of other screaming fans rooting for your hometown team. 

While these are only a few things Mark Birnbaum uses to make sure things keep moving forward, he's open to hearing what you can't live without. What is it - your favorite lunch spot or hotel?

Read the full article as it appeared in GQ here: http://www.gq.com/style/ten-essentials/201112/emm-group#slide=1

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