It almost seems like the inevitable, that the famed private club of Annabel’s would make it across the pond to New York City. What’s not intuitive though, is its future Meatpacking district location, in a building that once housed The Vault – a former S&M club in the old days. If only these walls could talk.
Stationed on a corner that traded Dos Caminos hustle for its next upscale act, the address is 675 Hudson Street — right in the thick of the neighborhood’s favorite bad habits.
The Project
Annabel’s is finally crossing the pond. The legendary club lands in New York, fueled by DIAFA’s fresh $1.8 billion splash. The company purchased the five‑story Meatpacking building for $100 million, doubling the seller’s investment in just three years. Plans call for dining rooms, bars, event spaces, and hospitality‑focused programming inside the restored brick structure and its newly approved rooftop enclosure.
The stealthy rooftop perch, debuting in 2027, is the kind of opening that makes perfect sense. After all, NYC is a city with an appetite for spectacle. New York never met a velvet rope it didn’t try to reinvent. The rooftop settles behind the street wall, keeping the building’s triangular silhouette intact — a more measured design that fits neatly into its surroundings.
History
The Little Flatiron has moved through several identities – industrial factory, nightlife venue, and restaurant space. Each layer adds texture to Annabel’s arrival. The club steps into a building that already knows how to host a crowd.
The Rooftop’s Quiet Engineering
The rooftop addition stays tucked behind the street wall, keeping the triangular profile intact. It’s a contemporary gesture that doesn’t overpower the landmarked structure. The restraint is part of the charm.
Why Meatpacking
Annabel’s is stepping into a neighborhood long shaped by members‑only clubs, late‑night energy, and destination restaurants. As you know, Chez Margeaux is just down the block. It’s a setting that gives the Little Flatiron a fitting new chapter.
The district’s long‑running blend of tourism, nightlife, and an easygoing club culture has made it fertile ground for private‑club growth – just like when Soho House arrived in 2003. In that context, Annabel’s feels less like an outlier and more like a high‑gloss escalation. It’s a British import with decades of lore, from aristocratic regulars to Princess Diana and Sarah Ferguson reportedly gate‑crashing a party in costume.
The Design
Martin Brudnizki will lead the interiors, bringing his familiar mix of color and precision. He shaped Annabel’s London and recently The Surrey. The restoration brings back the brick façade, the pressed‑metal cornice, and the Hudson Street areaways.
Pricing
Annabel’s hasn’t released New York pricing yet, but London’s structure gives a useful frame. Membership there runs between $1,600–$2,200 for the joining fee and $4,200–$4,800 per year. New York will almost certainly land higher. Private‑club pricing in Manhattan often starts around $5,000–$7,500 annually, with joining fees that climb past $2,500 depending on tier.
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FAQs
Q: When is Annabel’s opening?
A: Annabel’s is expected to debut in 2027.
Q: How much will membership cost?
A: Caprice Holdings hasn’t released pricing for NYC yet.
Q: Where will the club be located?
A: Annabel’s will occupy the Little Flatiron at 675 Hudson Street, a landmarked former factory.
