Top Framingham Venues

COVID-19 Update for January 2022: Temporary Dining Closure, but Facility is Available for Private Events Because of increased concerns for the health and safety of our employees and members of the community, we have decided to close for Valentine's Day and reopen the following day. In the meantime, Cotali Mar Restaurante will remain open for private events, and we look forward to seeing all of your familiar faces in our dining rooms again. We wish you all the best of luck in staying safe and healthy. Affordable. Luxurious. Unforgettable. The experienced wedding professionals at Cotali Mar can help you plan an elegant affair or a more intimate dinner to remember. They will work with you to create the perfect ambiance for a happily ever after celebration, no matter what your vision is. For weddings with 100 or more guests, complimentary valet parking is provided. Celebrations of Life's Birthdays First Communions are a special occasion. Dinners for Rehearsal Baby Showers are a tradition in many families. Showers for the bride-to-be Bereavements

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

We would like to invite you to join us in hosting it. The Hourly Oyster House can accommodate groups of all sizes for cocktail parties, reunions, corporate recruiting events, and other gatherings, and can satisfy a variety of budgetary requirements. An inviting neighborhood outpost in the heart of Harvard Square, The Hourly Oyster House serves thoughtfully sourced and playful prepared seafood and oysters from New England and beyond. The bar offers an extensive selection of signature cocktails, beer and wine as well as a carefully curated selection of craft beers and wines. Dunster Street, which was originally known as Water Street in Colonial times because of its proximity to the old banks of the Charles River, was once the meeting point for the horse-drawn wagons, known as "Hourlies," that left Cambridge each day – on the hour – for Boston. Dunster Street is now a residential neighborhood. This line, which was founded in 1826, was one of the first high-frequency transportation routes in North America and was one of the first in the world. The construction of the Harvard Square subway station marked not only a significant development in transportation, but it also laid the groundwork for future connections, collaboration and innovation between Harvard Square and Boston, and ultimately, the rest of the world. The history of the structure at 15 Dunster Street is just as rich and complex. The exact footprint on which The Hourly stands is believed to be the location where the first Freeman's Oath was printed in 1639. It is also the site of the original Second Cambridge Savings Bank building, as well as Herrell's, which has been a Harvard Square institution for 27 years and is a Harvard Square institution. When it comes to the Hourly, it pays homage to the square's colorful heritage while while providing a contemporary atmosphere and experience.

Our virtual and in-person dumpling workshops are a unique way to bring your team together, whether you're celebrating a product launch or searching for a novel team-building activity. Continue reading to learn more about our in-person, virtual, and instruction-only options. We are a farm-focused, woman-owned dumpling company that seeks to be a good company in all ways. That's why we carefully select our components and prioritize our community in everything we do. Chef Irene Li and her two older siblings started Mei Mei as a food truck in 2012. Mei Mei food is a reflection of the Li siblings' best childhood dining memories as Chinese-American youngsters growing up in Boston. "Mei Mei" means "little sister" in Mandarin Chinese. Mei Mei's unique dumpling combinations reflect our passion for wonderful New England ingredients and a desire to create delicious dishes. We work with small, independent family farms in the Northeast to acquire pasture-raised meat. Throughout the year, we may get 70 percent of our food from the Northeast. Mei Mei has been a "Open Book" firm since 2018, which means they disclose all financial information with all employees, empowering them to think and act like managers regardless of their position or title. The business has altered since the pandemic. Our food truck has been taken off the road, and our restaurant dining room has been closed. But Mei Mei isn't going anywhere; in fact, our dumplings are making their way all over the world! Mei Mei dumplings are now available at farmers' markets in Wayland, Natick, Melrose, Roslindale, Belmont, Cambridge, Somerville, and elsewhere in the Greater Boston area.

• Spaces for 75-150 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Hosting an event at the Harvard Museum of Natural History is an opportunity for private groups and organizations to experience the museum at a time when it is not open to the public. Whether entertaining clients and colleagues with an intimate dinner or hosting large galas or weddings, let the museum’s exhibitions provide the perfect backdrop for your event. View this short video tour of the museum.

• Spaces for 60-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Meeting Spaces

The Metcalf Trustee Center occupies the ninth floor of One Silber Way on the Boston University campus, offering a classically appointed ballroom and a private lounge with panoramic views of the Boston skyline. The main ballroom, adorned with crystal chandeliers and accompanied by an adjacent cocktail lounge featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, accommodates up to 300 guests for receptions or 220 for seated dinners. The space flexibly supports buffets, dance-floor receptions, lectures, and classroom-style meetings, and has served weddings, galas, corporate gatherings, and holiday parties. The adjacent Kenmore Room functions as a breakout space, bridal lounge, or green room for ballroom events. The Kenmore Room is also available as a standalone private event space for up to 65 guests, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Charles River, Fenway Park, and the Boston skyline. Audio-visual equipment and WiFi are on-site, making it well-suited for intimate dinners, corporate retreats, and small receptions.

• Spaces for 80-125 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Choose one of our Posto locations to host your next event! Rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, wedding showers, baby showers, anniversary parties, and executive dinners are all possible in our private dining rooms. We'll make sure you and your guests have a great experience with our exceptional staff, Italian-inspired cuisine, and vast wine list. The private dining room at Posto Bedford can seat up to 50 people for a sit-down meal or a cocktail reception. The semi-private dining room at Posto Somerville is a unique area that can seat 25 people for a seated meal or lunchtime and up to 35 people for a wine and cocktail reception. Full restaurant buyouts are also available at both locations! Contact us today to discuss how we can make your next event unforgettable with a charming environment and top notch food and service! Antipasti, insalate, handmade pasta, grilled meats, fish, and chicken, Dolce, and, of course, our Neapolitan wood-fired pizza are all available at Posto. Our Italian wood-burning oven, which allows us to cook pizza at temperatures above 850 degrees, is the focus of Posto. We use our own "Fiore di Latte" mozzarella cheese, which is prepared fresh every day, and import the finest "00" pizzeria flour and the most delectable San Marzano tomatoes from Italy. We employ local farmers and artisans whenever possible to make both classic Neapolitan dishes and fascinating new ones! “Amazing food, great atmosphere, very attentive and they do not rush you! Kyle our server was amazing and very attentive and anticipating our needs. I highly recommend Posto!” -Jason C.

• Spaces for 45-150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Event Spaces
• 3 Gardens

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, operated by the Worcester County Horticultural Society in Boylston, Massachusetts, spreads across gardens, woodlands, and meadows with views of Mount Wachusett and the Wachusett Reservoir. The landscape shifts with every season — spring bulbs and tulips, summer perennials and lush greens, autumn foliage, and subtropical plant collections in the glass conservatories through winter. Six distinct event spaces are available for private rental, ranging from two glass conservatories to an outdoor garden, a fireside hall, an intimate link space, and a bright interior room with reservoir views. The Orangerie Conservatory, a modern interpretation of an eighteenth-century-style greenhouse, is the signature wedding and reception venue, seating up to 150 guests beneath a soaring glass ceiling. The Limonaia Conservatory, with curved beams and collections of citrus, palms, and orchids, seats up to 80 guests. The Reservoir Room offers copper ceiling details, a wall of windows, and a private terrace overlooking the Wachusett Reservoir and Mount Wachusett. Wedding and evening events are served exclusively by Peppers Artful Events and ARTbar. All indoor facilities and many outdoor garden areas are wheelchair accessible.

• Spaces for 550 Guests

A unique venue for your next event, Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co. is located behind historic Fenway Park on Lansdowne Street, just a short walk from the Boston Common. A diverse range of activities and amenities are available at Cheeky Monkey, including house-brewed craft beer and full bar capabilities as well as cross-cultural street food, pool, ping pong, shuffleboard, digital darts, and eclectic décor. The CMBC can accommodate events for up to 550 people at a time. The Tap Room, located at the far end of the game floor and enclosed by our state-of-the-art steel beer tanks, can accommodate groups of 35 to 75 guests and includes a private bar, communal seating, three digital dart boards, and audio/visual capabilities. A full buyout or a semi-buyout may be available for larger groups of up to 550 guests, depending on the date and time of your event. Please complete the form to the right, and a member of our event sales team will contact you as soon as possible. In the meantime, we look forward to getting to know you and hopefully hosting your group for a fun and memorable event! Lucky Strike Boston (formerly known as Jillian's) is a Boston institution located adjacent to historic Fenway Park. It is a 70,000 square foot multi-dimensional entertainment complex that is the ideal location for your next event, whether you are expecting 10 or 1,600 guests. Six private event spaces and multiple full-service private bars are located throughout the multi-level entertainment complex, creating a captivating ambiance for any special event. The complex includes 24 pool tables, 16 bowling lanes, 150 state-of-the-art arcade games, five shuffleboard tables, four ping pong tables, and five ping pong tables.

• Spaces for 150-174 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

We discussed the possibility of changing one of our three pillars, "Food," to "Cooking" in a meeting with our graphic designer. The goal was to make a more aesthetically and auditorily unified term, but this proposed adjustment couldn't reflect the core and scope of "Food" Because our concept extends much beyond cooking. "Food" encapsulates the warmth, humor, and love shared with family and friends over a meal. When you take the first mouthful of a new dish or ingredient, you get a flutter of excitement in your stomach. Food is the medium through which we share tales and cultivate new friendships. The richness and flavor that we feel through sensory explosion is due to the farmer who devotes his or her days and nights to tending to crops and cattle. The scientist is the one who comes up with new strategies to keep agricultural practices sustainable and impactful. The mother and father are the ones who work numerous jobs to provide a dinner for their family. To put it another way, "food" is more than just something we eat. So, what exactly is PAGU? There are intangible qualities of PAGU that, like "Food," cannot be expressed eloquently or accurately in words. It's not just a restaurant. It's more than a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. PAGU, like our playful and tenacious pug buddy Phoebe, is a dynamic and transforming spirit that encourages our friends and guests to live life to the fullest, both literally and metaphorically. We want to celebrate family, friends, innovation, and creativity, among other things, via food and service. We challenge ourselves to make feel-good homey food that talks to the body and spirit, inspired by our local excursions and trips across the world — something that consistently called to us no matter where we were, regardless of the cuisine. PAGU will work with you to arrange every detail of your rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, or ceremony, from the cuisine to the cocktails, space design, hotel accommodations, and everything in between.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Host your next special dinner, party, or fundraising event at the MIT Museum. The museum’s galleries and intimate gathering spaces provide a unique backdrop for events of all sizes.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Friendly Crossways is a rustic-chic destination wedding location in Massachusetts, near Boston, that offers a rustic-chic wedding experience. In the countryside, about 30 miles west of downtown Boston, we have on-site housing that is available for guests. For a complete weekend of joyful celebration on our farm, we endeavor to provide you all the flexibility and time you need to establish your own personal community. A more than 150-year-old New England barn and farmhouse that was first renovated in 1947 to serve as a summer retreat center, wedding venue, and hostel for backpackers and hostelers. From its primitive beginnings, it has evolved into a one-of-a-kind conference place and outdoor wedding venue, complete with attractive bedrooms and wonderfully planted gardens that are open all year. Among those who have benefited from our devotion to pleasant service and fair costs are family reunions, church and youth groups, health, music, and environmental organizations, as well as students from elementary school to graduate level. A staunch advocate of marriage equality, Friendly Crossways actively encourages diversity and inclusion in all parts of its business. Since it was first certified by the American Youth Hostels in 1947, Friendly Crossways (now Hostelling International USA) has established itself as the longest-running hostel in the United States, providing accommodations for independent travelers. Hiking, biking, skiing, and canoeing are all within easy reach from our serene, rural setting. Also, Friendly Crossways is a Boston wedding location with a long history of organizing outside tented weddings that dates back to the establishment of the business in 1947!

• Spaces for 68-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Chef Chris Coombs and restaurateur Brian Piccini created Deuxave to deliver Modern French cuisine made with the freshest American ingredients obtained from the greatest local farmers, fishermen, and foragers. Deuxave, located on the renowned crossroads of Commonwealth and Massachusetts Avenues, offers a fully modern dining experience complete with superb service, an exquisite dining room, and a world-class wine selection. Deuxave's team is excited to host your huge parties and private gatherings. We're excited to announce that we're now taking reservations for groups of seven or more. Chef Chris Coombs will provide an unforgettable meal for you and your friends. We provide an a la carte dinner menu, a curated "selected" three-course menu, and a seasonal five-course tasting menu where you may put yourself totally in Chef's hands. Our sommelier can recommend additional wine pairings to best match each dish. Dining in Semi-Private Alcoves can accommodate groups of 7 to 12 people. They're ideal for a business meal or a get-together with friends and family. The Main Dining Room can accommodate groups of up to 20 people. A partial or full buyout may be required if there are more than 20 guests. The Bar & Lounge can accommodate groups of up to 16 people. The Main Patio can accommodate gatherings of up to 24 people. The Terrace can accommodate groups of up to 40 people. Full and partial buyouts are available for bigger groups. There's a mode for every emotion when it comes to French food in this town, whether you want a bistro-standard croque-monsieur or a carefully presented, multicourse extravaganza. Christopher Coombs, the wunderkind chef at Deuxave, cherry-picks from both traditions, masterfully blending what might seem like opposing impulses—hearty (upgraded) French onion soup; the swoosh-heavy, haute-cuisine-styled "Duo of Pork & First of the Season Apricots" —into an unlikely menu.

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood restaurant in Burlington, near the Prudential Center, Hynes Convention Center, and Copley Place, offers a stylish fine dining experience. To accompany great steaks hand-cut in house and exquisite seafood flown in fresh daily, we offer an extensive range of fine wines and hand-crafted cocktails. At our restaurant, we try to make each guest's visit unforgettable and to provide a world-class dining experience to downtown Boston. Sip on inventive hand-crafted cocktails with attitude while eating signature tapas in The V Lounge. Join us tonight for an amazing dinner. We're located at 50 South Avenue. Whether you're commemorating a personal achievement or hoping for a successful meeting, working with us is for individuals who value meticulous planning. Book a private or semi-private room here, and our Private Dining Managers will expertly guide you through every detail to ensure that your celebration is really memorable and stress free. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER - A personal event planner - Personalized menus tailored to your tastes and preferences - Wine pairing suggestions - Valet parking - Webcasting and other cutting-edge media technology - A sophisticated private dining experience for both lunch and dinner We have the technology you need to make your presentations stunning, whatever your meeting requirements are. The majority of our rooms have high-definition plasma TV screens with cable, huge projection screens with LCD projectors, laser pointers, and other amenities. If you need equipment that we don't have on-site, we can usually get it for you. Reach out today! We can’t wait to host your next event.

• Spaces for 227 Guests

The Maso Studio is a fully convertible black box space located on the second floor of the theatre’s west wing. It has a maximum seating capacity of 227 (pending configuration). The space is regularly used for small performances and rehearsals as well as social events. The Maso Studio is fully ADA compliant.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

TRADITIONALLY INSPIRED. With a warm and vibrant atmosphere in the heart of Kendall Square at 608 Main Street, Sulmona's regional cuisine inspired by Italy's Sulmona region is the perfect place to enjoy regional cuisine inspired by the Sulmona region. You'll find a variety of dishes that are expertly crafted in this restaurant, including roasted meats and vegetables, arancini and salumi, warm polenta, and, of course, fresh Italian pasta and pizza. Every palate will be satisfied by the variety of local beers, signature cocktails, and wine options available at the bar. Come in for lunch, brunch, or dinner — or just sit back and relax with one of our handcrafted cocktails at our beautiful bar. Private and public events are both welcome. Its ambiance, delicious menu, and professional staff make Sulmona an excellent choice for both small and large groups of people. We can accommodate groups of up to 150 people and can provide both private and semi-private options for your event. Sulmona, which literally translates as "to gather," is the ideal setting for everything from first dates and bridal showers to business lunches, family dinners, game day celebrations, and corporate functions. In the heart of MIT, at 610 Main Street, Sulmona Restaurant and Bar welcomes you with a warm and vibrant atmosphere. The aqueducts of Sulmona, combined with modern, industrial architectural design elements, contribute to the creation of a unique ambiance in this city. Beautiful 30-seat bar, gorgeous family-style tables and comfortable leather booths serve as a focal point for friends and families to gather and enjoy handcrafted cocktails and fresh, homegrown Italian cuisine. We look forward to seeing you soon

• Spaces for 50 Guests

Harvard General Store has anchored Harvard Common since 1816, making it one of the oldest continuously operating businesses in Harvard, Massachusetts. The building has served as a community gathering place for more than two centuries, and the current iteration leans into that legacy by blending everyday retail with a full food and beverage program and flexible private event space. The store houses a grocery and gifts market, a bakery and coffee shop, a restaurant serving breakfast and lunch daily, a package store, and a pizza parlor with beer on tap. That variety of spaces and services means the venue can support events ranging from intimate showers and corporate conferences to full wedding receptions. Private rental options include the upstairs space, the patio, and a full building buyout — making Harvard General Store a fitting choice for birthdays, reunions, classes, banquets, and catered gatherings alike.

• Spaces for 10-150 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse, one of the greatest restaurants in Back Bay Boston, serves hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood. Our restaurant, which is located on Boylston Street near the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, is part of Prudential Center. You'll enjoy a typical steakhouse dining experience in an elevated ambiance with elegant architecture, sophisticated décor, and big private rooms. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse was established in 1981 with a daring goal in mind: to encapsulate the rich legacy of the classic American steakhouse. Our goal has remained the same since then. We continue this history, but with a modern, sleek twist, to provide you with an unrivaled dining experience every time you visit. Our outstanding chef-driven cuisine, comprehensive award-winning wine list, and exceptional service set us apart from any other steakhouse in the United States. On our menu, you'll find only the freshest, most delectable foods. Our sommeliers will help you navigate our comprehensive wine range. Our crew is dedicated to providing you with exceptional service in a magnificent, vibrant setting that is ideal for any event. Host your next gathering in one of our private or semi-private dining spaces to make it extra special. These rooms will enable your celebration reach its maximum potential, no matter what your needs are, with trendy decor, plenty of seats, and audio/visual capabilities. Our private and semi-private dining rooms are ideal for everything from birthday parties to board meetings. Our expert private dining organizers will design and customize your occasion to make it one to remember.

Eddie V's Prime Seafood restaurant in Boston, near the Prudential Center, Hynes Convention Center, and Copley Place, offers a stylish fine dining experience. To accompany great steaks hand-cut in house and exquisite seafood flown in fresh daily, we offer an extensive range of fine wines and hand-crafted cocktails. At our restaurant, we try to make each guest's visit unforgettable and to provide a world-class dining experience to downtown Boston. Sip on inventive hand-crafted cocktails with attitude while eating signature tapas in The V Lounge. Join us tonight for an amazing dinner. We're located close to the Belvidere St public parking garage at 122 Belvidere St. Whether you're commemorating a personal achievement or hoping for a successful meeting, working with us is for individuals who value meticulous planning. Book a private or semi-private room here, and our Private Dining Managers will expertly guide you through every detail to ensure that your celebration is really memorable. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER - A personal event planner - Personalized menus tailored to your tastes and preferences - Wine pairing suggestions - Valet parking - Webcasting and other cutting-edge media technology - A sophisticated private dining experience for both lunch and dinner We have the technology you need to make your presentations stunning, whatever your meeting requirements are. The majority of our rooms have high-definition plasma TV screens with cable, huge projection screens with LCD projectors, laser pointers, and other amenities. If you need equipment that we don't have on-site, we can usually get it for you. Reach out today! We can’t wait to host your next event.

• Spaces for 125 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Abe & Louie's is the quintessential American steakhouse, with unmatched flavor combinations and undoubtedly exceptional service. Charles F. Sarkis founded the contemporary restaurant industry in Boston in 1965. Abe & Louie's was born into the Back Bay Restaurant Group family of restaurants with the simple notion of offering guests exceptional cuisine and artistic service. Abe & Louie's, named after Charles' father and a close friend, has now become the gold standard for steakhouses across the country, with clearly superior service and unrivaled flavor combinations. Tavistock Restaurant Collection is happy to carry on the Abe & Louie's history as a Boylston Street namesake and as part of its broader array of restaurant brands more than a decade later. Since its inception, Abe & Louie's characteristic menu items, such as prime matured Midwestern steaks and fresh seafood paired by seasonal veggies, have received numerous high-ranking honors from prestigious publications. Abe & Louie's in Boston and its sister restaurant in Boca Raton are beloved east coast landmarks, with an award-winning wine list comprising more than 200 globally sourced palates. Are you looking for the ideal location for your private event? Our Board Room can accommodate up to 30 people and is ideal for a family gathering, business lunch, or celebration. Request information today! With our exclusive group dining packages, we can help you host a savory experience in the new year! Join us for all of your memorable occasions. Schedule your own event today. “Abe & Louie’s is absolute perfection!!! The service was exceptional and the food was superb! Loved our server… he had such a great sense of humor. We’ll definitely be back”- Zafir C.