Top Medford Venues

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

In the heart of Central Square, James Beard Award-Winning Chefs Ken Oringer and Jamie Bissonnette open a worldwide tapas restaurant. From March to July, Little Donkey offered a venue for our cooks and colleagues to produce and pack 60,000 hot meals for Covid-19 frontline healthcare professionals through Cambridge-based Off Their Plate. Little Donkey reopened in August 2020 with only outdoor seating. Little Donkey's ever-changing menu, which is heavily influenced by worldwide cuisine and local market produce, allows guests to enjoy food from all over the world. A large wine, cocktail, and rotating beer list complements the food. Little Donkey is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all of our visitors and employees. Before dining with us, please read through our JK Food Group Safety Protocols. Jamie Bissonnette is a James Beard Award-winning chef and co-owner of Coppa, an Italian enoteca, Toro, a Barcelona-style tapas bar, and Little Donkey in Cambridge, MA, and Bangkok, Thailand. Toro has a residence in Dubai as well. Food & Wine magazine gave Bissonnette the inaugural People's Choice: Best New Chef award. He received the James Beard Foundation award for Best Chef: Northeast in May 2014. Chef Ken Oringer is a well-known figure in Boston. Oringer, a James Beard Award winner, has built an empire of restaurants inspired by his travels around the world, including Boston's Tsukiji Fish Market-style Uni sashimi bar and Italian enoteca Coppa, as well as Boston and Dubai's Toro tapas bar; and the culmination of his travels is available on the menu at the Cambridge, MA Little Donkey, which now features an all-natural, minimal intervention, and small producer focused wine list.

We make it all about you at Carrie Nation. Our venue is ideal for both large and small groups, and we provide fully customizable event planning to ensure that everything runs well. When you're throwing a party, you want everything to go perfectly, and the stress of preparing and hosting can make it difficult to enjoy the event you worked so hard to throw. Leave the worrying to us and see how simple it is to relax and enjoy the party while our specialists are in charge. Carrie Nation has a long history of designing and throwing parties, and our track record speaks for itself. See what we can do to assist you with your upcoming big event. Ragtime and jazz pipe through the speakers into three classy yet comfortable dining places as diverse in décor as they are in their titles, which are located on Beacon Hill, just a stone's throw from the State House. Learn about Carrie Nation's outlandish efforts to rid America of alcohol while smugly indulging in a variety of era-inspired cocktails. You can choose from a wide range of meal options at Carrie Nation Restaurant and Cocktail Club, all of which are designed to suit the environment and a precisely poured cocktail. Even if the main eating areas are attractive and appealing, sneak through the bar to a passage immediately beyond it, make your way to the red velvet curtain, and prepare to be plundered. You'll need a twenty spot, a secret handshake, or a password to get into Boston's Original Speakeasy. The Speakeasy, an attractive, windowless lounge with soft leather seats, dark polished wood, billiards, and a full bar, is a comfortable and sassy setting for residents and tourists alike, deserving of its famous hatchet wielding notice.

• Spaces for 75 Guests

• 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 300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

We welcome you to consider The Oceanaire whether you are planning a huge dinner party or a smaller gathering for a particular occasion. With our delicious food and superior service, we specialize in making all of your occasions — business lunches and dinners, company functions, special celebrations, holiday parties, and more — unique and unforgettable. The Oceanaire is the ideal location for any form of private gathering. For further information, contact our dedicated sales and events team. The Oceanaire Seafood Room opened in 1998 with a single goal in mind: to give customers the Ultra-Fresh Seafood ExperienceTM. Our chef-driven menu showcases seasonal and sustainable seafood flown in fresh daily, proving that seafood can be genuinely excellent. Our love for top-of-the-line fish, superb wines, and exceptional service is woven into all we do. WINE SPECTATOR'S Award of Excellence, TRIPADVISOR'S Certificate of Excellence Award for Superior Service, and OPENTABLE'S Special Occasion Restaurant are just a few of our awards. It's never been easier or more tasty to plan your next event! For all of your event catering needs, the Oceanaire now provides online purchasing! It only takes a few clicks to place an order. Build your order, pay, and let us handle the rest - your favorite eating alternatives will be delivered right to your door, or wherever you specify. “We had our office Christmas Party here last night and everything was top notch! Our party date had to literally change overnight due to the shutdown in the city. [The general manager] worked with us to make it happen and provided a professional and fun event! The food was extraordinary and service was excellent. We will definitely be back! Thank you for working with us to make sure our party was able to happen.” -Judy M.

Joe's Waterfront, just steps from Faneuil Hall, offers the greatest views of Boston Harbor while being surrounded by some of the city's most beloved attractions. Our expanded menu includes artistically flavored cuisine and contemporary fare produced with fresh local ingredients from the coast, farm, and neighborhood purveyors. Please note that bookings are only accepted for indoor dining. Joe's Waterfront is the perfect venue for small private events, group meals, corporate meetings, social gatherings, and rehearsal dinners, with chef-created menus to suit your needs. For group parties, we provide private and semi-private dining options. Please fill out the private dining request form below to begin organizing your group dining event at Joe's Waterfront. Joe's platters are ideal for pre-lunch and pre-dinner celebrations, as well as a unique alternative for your next special occasion at home or at work. Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Gratuity, tax, and administrative expenses are not included in the per-person prices. Seasonal items are subject to change. Chef attended stations are based on a 1.5-hour serving duration and per-person pricing. Stations are prepared with complete guest satisfaction in mind. $100 per station for a chef attendant. An open-bar service is a per-person-priced bar with a restricted selection of drinks. The pricing per person will be decided by the package and time chosen. (Any bar package includes a maximum of 4 hours of service and no shot service.) We value your input and will gladly address any questions you may have. Please use this form to contact us, or send an email to waterfront@joesamerican.com.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Weddings Awe-inspiring location for a wedding. Check. As an alternative to the traditional wedding venue, our Club provides a lovely setting. Celebrating 32 floors above Downtown Boston and overlooking recognizable local landmarks such as the Charles River, the State House, Boston Common (with its clock tower), the Boston Harbor, and the Boston Harbor is a piece of cake when you know that our experienced event staff will go above and beyond to make your special day perfect. Make an appointment to see our private event spaces. Service that is both professional and courteous Staff members who are dedicated and skilled in their jobs. Check. It doesn't matter how huge or small your event is; we have the professional expertise to put up a show that will leave you and your guests speechless. We take great delight in producing events that are uniquely yours. Leaving you free to relax knowing that your event is in the best of hands, our experienced Private Events Director will handle all the logistics. Private Parties and Gatherings There are a variety of event spaces. Check. For all of your corporate activities and social parties, we have private event space available for you to use. We have six rooms that are exclusively reserved for events such as: Meeting for business purposes Meeting room that is both comfortable and adaptable. Check. Combining business and pleasure might result in a fruitful day away from the workplace. Everything you need to wow your colleagues and motivate your employees is available to you through us. We provide professional service for a wide range of business functions, including but not limited to the following:

• Spaces for 65-400 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 7 Hotels
• 7 Total Spaces

Omni Parker House has been a renowned landmark in downtown Boston since 1855, combining old-world beauty and elegance with all of the modern conveniences of a world-class business. Our hotel is located along the Freedom Trail and at the foot of Beacon Hill, Boston Common, Quincy Market, and Faneuil Hall Marketplace in downtown Boston, Massachusetts. Omni Parker House, being one of Boston's historic landmarks, exudes a personality as renowned and distinct as the city itself. We provide one of the best experiences in the country for leisure and business travelers equally, with classic style, modern conveniences, and customized service. MEETINGS The Omni Parker House, with its 551 rooms, combines history and service to offer an outstanding conference venue in Boston. Omni Parker House, America's oldest continually operating hotel, has hosted celebrities from the arts, politics, and business since 1855. The hotel is an internationally famous classic located on Boston's historic Freedom Trail, with 18 meeting rooms totaling 23,000 square feet, including the 3,513 square foot re-imagined opulent Rooftop Ballroom with stunning views of the city skyline. When business pulls you to Boston, Omni Parker House has the ideal meeting space. WEDDINGS The historic Omni Parker House in Boston is the ideal setting for your dream wedding. As soon as you walk through the doors of this opulent hotel, you are surrounded by historic charm and timeless beauty. Since 1855, Omni Parker House has been one of the most sought-after Boston wedding venues thanks to its stunning settings and exceptional service.

Thank you for considering having your wedding ceremony at King's Chapel! Since the Reverend Robert Ratcliffe celebrated New England's first wedding here on May 18, 1686, only three days after his arrival in Boston, King's Chapel has hosted hundreds of weddings. Friends and family will be able to watch you exchanging vows and taking another step along life's journey together in our historic sanctuary, which was erected in 1754. We provide a more intimate setting in The Little Chapel at our Parish House, a beautiful townhouse with its own charm at 64 Beacon Street, for weddings with less than 50 guests. Our wedding service is based on Anglican tradition and is available in our Prayerbook. It is a traditional ceremony during which the pair exchanges vows and rings as a symbol of their commitment. Friends and relatives are asked if they will stand with you and support you while you keep each other safe. The event closes with a blessing, with everyone invested in the union. We welcome you to attend our 11 a.m. Sunday services to become acquainted with our liturgy and the church. We marry couples of any faith or sexual orientation in the inclusive spirit of the One we adore, in keeping with our welcoming of all. Please contact Gretchen Horton, Parish Administrator, if you have any questions regarding holding a wedding at King's Chapel. We take our application process very seriously because we believe that marriage is a choice that requires love, support, and community to be happy. Couples who marry at King's Chapel get to know our clergy and begin dialogues about their relationships that (hopefully) will help them through difficult times as a pair in the future.

• 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 50-130 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Waterfront

Joes American Bar Grill on the Waterfront offers picturesque views of everything historic Boston has to offer. The floor to ceiling windows overlook the Boston harbor and the neighboring North End with the dramatic downtown skyline just behind. An upstairs private event room on the second level makes Joe's on the waterfront a perfect location for any special event.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

Joe’s American Bar & Grill is committed to tailoring the perfect group dining event to suit your wants and needs. This ideal setting is perfect for intimate private dinners, gatherings, social luncheons and corporate events. Joe's American Bar & Grill is located in the heart of Back Bay on Newbury Street and features a retractable roof in the cafe and upper bar. Other features include a display kitchen, two full bars, private dining, and custom menus for groups of 10 to 400.

• Spaces for 30-400 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 3 Total Spaces

A lively island-inspired atmosphere brings a sense of escape to gatherings at this two-story Boston destination. Flexible dining rooms, tropical bar areas, and a seasonal outdoor patio offer versatile settings for weddings, corporate functions, rehearsal dinners, milestone celebrations, and private parties. Margaritaville Boston pairs playful décor and flavorful cuisine with views of historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace for memorable events in the heart of the city.

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 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.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

It's never been easier or more tasty to plan your next event! For all of your event catering needs, Chart House now offers online purchasing. We have everything you need to bring the charm of Chart House to your next event, from your home to your office celebrations. Chart House offers the right environment for your next event with 24 historic, waterfront, and showcase venues around the United States. Enjoy the freshest seafood, delicious steaks, and great service that only Chart House can deliver while taking in the breathtaking vistas and beautiful ambiance. Your next event will be unforgettable at Chart House! Chart House Boston, the pride of Long Wharf, is known for its location and menu. The seafood restaurant is a blend of history and modern style, as it is Long Wharf's oldest surviving structure, once the John Hancock Counting House. The recently remodeled atmosphere is bright and colorful, with a bustling happy hour and crowd-drawing seafood specialties. With so many iconic locations in the neighborhood, there's enough to see and do just a short distance away. After a day of sailing and shopping on Long Wharf, stop by Chart House Boston for a fantastic lunch before heading to Downtown Boston, Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, and other attractions. See the tall ships that pass through our waters or take in the annual 4th of July fireworks display on the waterfront. Visit Chart House on Long Wharf for a taste of a true seafood legend and the greatest Prime Rib Boston has to offer!

• Spaces for 400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Joe's on Newbury is the perfect venue for small private dinners, large gatherings, social luncheons, and business events. The enclosed terrace at Joe's on Newbury has floor-to-ceiling windows facing Newbury Street, giving guests the feeling of being outside all year. In addition, our show kitchen and two full bars provide limitless possibilities for your event. We provide fully customisable menus. For groups of 10 to 400 people, we have private and semi-private group dining areas. Joe's on Newbury serves brunch, lunch, and dinner on an enclosed patio with indoor and outdoor seating, giving diners the feeling of being outside all year. Joe's, located on Boston's historic Newbury Street, has long been a Back Bay institution. This famous restaurant offers New England classics, seasonal fare, and an extensive beverage menu. We begin every dinner with our legendary peasant loaf, regardless of what you order, since we believe there is something unique about breaking bread together. With every bite, you'll get the comfort food you want plus something delightfully unexpected. Every meal that leaves our kitchen is handcrafted from the ground up with meticulous attention to detail. We have something for everyone, and we're pleased to customize your order to your preferences. For parties of less than ten people, please use the bookings button on the contact page. Please contact our host staff at the phone number listed there for parties of more than ten people. You can also reach us via the contact form. It is our pleasure to be of service to you.

Beautiful scenery in a historic setting In the glory of stunning Tiffany stained glass and in a building that has weathered the test of time, marry the love of your life. We recommend Arlington Street Church, where beauty and history combine to create the ideal location for your ceremony. Two options, one unforgettable day Arlington Street Church offers two magnificent location possibilities, ranging from majestic majesty to calm intimacy. Our main sanctuary has a basilica-style interior with 62-foot vaulted ceilings and sixteen Tiffany stained glass windows. (900 seats available) Our chapel provides an intimate and comfortable environment for smaller weddings without sacrificing elegance. (60 seats available) To take a 360-degree virtual tour of both rooms, click the link above. A Perfect Location Arlington Street Church, in the heart of Downtown Boston and the Back Bay, is the ideal venue for any Boston wedding. The gorgeous Public Garden, located directly across the street, is the ideal location for some garden photography. For a rehearsal dinner or celebration, there are a variety of hotels, restaurants, and historic buildings nearby. It is ideally located near many parking garages and is just steps away from the Arlington Green Line T Station for your guests. Music The acoustics in our sanctuary have been intended to enhance and emphasize live music performances. We also have a lovely and ancient Aeolian-Skinner organ, as well as our Artist-in-Residence organist, that can be leased for your wedding. Love is Love, period. Arlington Street Church is dedicated to social justice and the right of everyone to marry whom they want. We are committed to diversity and welcome all couples to join us in celebrating their wedding. We are a welcoming congregation that welcomes couples of any religious background (or none), gender identity, and orientation. We are delighted to be a part of your special day and to welcome you here.

• Spaces for 125-175 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Back Deck offers expert backyard barbecuing seven days a week in a relaxed metropolitan setting. Friends and family gather for charcoal-grilled dishes inspired by informal cookout fare, as well as porch-perfect cocktails, beer, and wine. We are committed to providing the greatest possible level of quality and consistency. Our innovative food, one-of-a-kind beverages, legendary service, and chic ambiance set us apart. We are prepared to meet your every need at the Back Deck. Back Deck is ideal for business luncheons, birthday celebrations, graduations, cocktail parties, and any other type of gathering. Our friendly staff is committed to providing service that will far exceed the expectations of your friends, family, and business associates. Back Deck offers expert backyard barbecuing seven days a week in a relaxed metropolitan setting. Friends and family gather for charcoal-grilled dishes inspired by informal cookout fare, as well as porch-perfect cocktails, beer, and wine. WE BURN HARDWOOD CHARCOAL ON THE BACK DECK. Aside from the delightful smoky flavor, charcoal produces a hotter, more intense heat. Foods sear better on charcoal, delicate foods like fish stick less, and the "grilled" flavor, which is a result of the hot grate searing the surface of the foods and the smoke produced by the fire, is improved. SHARING A MEAL AND BREAKING BREAD IS A CULTURAL EXPERIENCE BECAUSE FOOD CREATES SUCH A BOND BETWEEN PEOPLE. Our management team is dedicated to making Back Deck better for our guests by proactively influencing our path and working closely with our workforce. They are the real deal: outstanding leaders and individuals.