Top Swampscott Venues

• Spaces for 25-200 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms

The Bostonian is the ideal location for your Boston event, located just steps from Faneuil Hall, South Station, and the Financial District. Our conference and event spaces, which total 7,000 square feet, are located on separate floors, allowing for exclusivity and seclusion. Multiple conference rooms, suite-style breakout spaces, and the beautiful Seasons Ballroom provide a range of settings, natural lighting, and cutting-edge audiovisual technology. Whether you're planning a small meeting or a large conference, our Catering and Events specialists will make sure everything goes well. Consider The Bostonian for your next meeting if you want to make history. In the Seasons Ballroom, the floor-to-ceiling bay windows, glass roof, and three walk-out balconies overlooking Faneuil Hall flood this stunning space with natural light. A 750-square-foot private entryway provides a spectacular touch for displays, celebrations, or buffets. The Josiah Quincy is a small, intimate area with views of the courtyard and fountain. Meals and breakout sessions can be held in the 600-square-foot private lobby. This venue can accommodate up to 125 people. The Thomas Menino Room has a beautiful view of Faneuil Hall and is ideal for informal gatherings or events. This lobby level area is conveniently accessible and has airport-quality soundproof windows from floor to ceiling. The Thomas Menino is an amazing setting for up to 150 guests, with built-in AV, a drop-down projector and screen, and an additional 660-square-foot private room for meals and breakouts. Regardless of the nature of your business, the Faneuil Suite is ready to assist you. This is a beautiful location for up to 25 people, with natural light, a Juliet balcony with a view of Faneuil Hall, a 50" TV monitor, and an adjacent private bedroom.

Empire provides a gorgeous setting, delectable cuisine, and dedicated service to ensure that your special night is one to remember. Empire is the ideal location for your next cocktail reception, business luncheon, private dinner, anniversary party, rehearsal dinner, or other special event. Empire is a 14,000-square-foot Asian restaurant and lounge operated by the award-winning Big Night Entertainment Group in Boston's Fan Pier neighborhood, just steps from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Empire has a delectable meal, as well as a stylish interior and ethereal ambience that transports customers to another dimension. Empire can handle groups of all sizes for receptions and seated dinners, with a capacity of 650 guests and three 40-seat private dining rooms that open up to one huge private dining room. “People in the house hear me out....this place is the bomb, the shizz, and it's still popping even during covid. Their social distancing is on point but you hardly even notice, that's how enjoyable it is. This is hands down has and will always be the hottest spot in the bean. We came in on Friday to celebrate an anniversary. The food was so tasty and awesome but the service was even better and made all the difference. Nancy was super fun and so cool she made us felt like top priority but not overbearing. We never had to ask for a thing. She's a mind reader. The drinks are incredible. If you want to impress your party or that special one, come in here. Ask about Nancy. It's Monday and we're still talking about Empire. Highly recommend.” -Anna D.

• Spaces for 30-50 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

One of life's many pleasures, we feel, is sharing exceptional meals with your favorite people. Tuesday through Sunday, Fat Hen offers a wonderful private and semi-private dining event area. The restaurant's total capacity is 30 people sitting and 50 people standing. Fat Hen, La Brasa's younger sister, is a modest fifteen-table, thirty-seat restaurant specializing in modern Italian tasting menus. From the moment you come through the door until the last mouthful, our team is focused on the guest experience and making memories. Our passion for good wines, thorough preparation, impeccable technique, and high-quality local products is reflected in our seasonal menus, which change frequently. Please join us as we unveil our new wine bar concept with small paired nibbles. For any new menu updates, please follow us on social media @fathenboston. Seasonal Italian cuisine served in a small, book-lined room with a mysterious cocktail window. Fat Hen, which is housed in the former La Brasa marketplace location, serves pasta with seasonal stuffings and toppings, as well as secondi meals such roasted duck breast and wood-grilled strip steak. The little cocktail window, where drinks are delivered through from the La Brasa bar, only adds to the pleasures of the super-cozy room. Homemade pasta is served in this cozy, pleasant eatery. This is a slam dunk for romance. Plus, the more committed a restaurant is to seasonal ingredients, the better. (There's nothing more enticing than localism!) The Fat Hen ticks all the boxes: a modest, book-lined space, regionally inspired pastas, and indulgent dishes like roasted duck breast. Your date will be enthralled by the time your drinks arrive through the cocktail window leading to sibling restaurant La Brasa.

• Spaces for 75-600 Guests
• 4 Boats

Our all-inclusive events on Boston Harbor combine an intriguing setting, delectable eating, and incredible entertainment to create an unforgettable experience. Allow our in-house professionals to assist you every step of the way as you plan a one-of-a-kind event for you and your group. Choose from four beautiful vessels in our Boston fleet: The Boston Odyssey, a sophisticated four-level vessel with three climate-controlled dining decks and two outside viewing decks, is our most beautiful dining vessel on Boston Harbor. Guests onboard enjoy catered meals and live music to set the mood. The Boston Elite is a luxury yacht with a dining area and a cocktail lounge on two levels. You and your guests will be treated to breathtaking Boston views from numerous angles thanks to the two outer decks at the stern of both levels. To personalize your event, pick between buffet-style or plated dinner options. The Boston Elite has a private downstairs room with a private restroom available for special events such as weddings, which is ideal for getting ready! On Boston Harbor, the Seaport Elite is our most opulent yacht: a sophisticated two-level private vessel with dining room and bar lounge. You and your guests will be treated to breathtaking Boston views from different perspectives, as well as panoramic views from our third-level skydeck, thanks to two outside decks at the stern of both levels. To personalize your event, pick between buffet-style or plated dinner options. The Spirit of Boston is a four-story dining ship with three climate-controlled dining decks and two viewing decks on the outside. Buffet-style food, onboard DJ entertainment, and interactive activities are available throughout the vessel.

• Spaces for 100-200 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Boat

With sensational skyline views and completely customizable options, the Seaport Elite and Boston Elite are Boston’s most innovative dining and entertainment venues. Enjoy cruising Boston Harbor on your own private yacht— Host a truly distinguished event on the water in a setting that is nothing short of impressive. Elite Private Yachts' endless options allow for a completely customized event that's exactly to your specifications. Elite Private Yachts completely private space for groups of up to 150 guests, customizable menus and beverage packages, flexible boarding and cruising times, open-air decks, and more.

• Spaces for 280 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Boat
• 1 Waterfront

The M/V Music City Queen is an ornamental sternwheeler berthed at 60 Rowes Wharf on Boston Harbor, available exclusively for private charters accommodating up to 280 guests. Named after Nashville, the vessel is a popular choice for wedding ceremonies and receptions, rehearsal dinners, and corporate dinners and cocktail parties, offering guests the experience of celebrating on the water — exchanging vows at sunset or dancing under the open sky. Massachusetts Bay Lines has been bringing guests to Boston Harbor since 1963. The Music City Queen is available for full-vessel buyout, providing complete privacy for every event, and private charters run at a fraction of the cost of a comparably-sized venue on land.

• Spaces for 70-140 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Boats
• 3 Waterfront

Tie the knot while taking in the beautiful Boston Harbor Islands, New England light houses, and Boston skyline with Classic Harbor Lines. Say "I do!" as the sun sets in the most perfect backdrop. These charming and unique yachts are perfect for smaller ceremonies holding up to 40 guests on the schooner and 135 guests on Northern Lights. Cruise around the Boston harbor and capture the gorgeous memories of your special day.

• Spaces for 170-320 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Committee is a colorful, friendly spot inspired by the modern-day "ouzeri" prevalent throughout Greece, where the conversation flows, the sharable appetizers thrill and satisfy, and the innovative cocktails keep the mood light and enjoyable. Step inside and relax in a meeting spot that gives the Boston waterfront a fresh zing–and a true flavor of Greece. In Boston, MA, try some Greek meze and cocktails! The life and soul of your gathering. The topic of conversation. At Committee, bring the excitement, flare, and fun of a cocktail party to any event of any size. Guests mix and mingle at our high-energy café near Boston's waterfront over Meze, a Mediterranean dining concept that invites them to sample, share, and engage. With sophisticated industrial design, a sparkling bar as the focal point, an outside terrace, and a bustling scene where people continually flow in and out, gathering at tables and chilling around the bar, our space heightens the laid-back yet energetic vibe. The culinary variations, hand-crafted cocktails, energetic wait staff, and harborside location all come together to provide a refreshing get-together they won't soon forget. The Committee can accommodate seated dinners as well as cocktail events with passing hors d'oeuvres. We provide a variety of venue alternatives to meet the size and vision of your event. The Committee can be rented in its entirety to accommodate larger events. Our Function Experts are standing by to help you realize your vision for a unique function. Contact us today to get the party started! We can’t wait to work with you.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Union Oyster House, near Faneuil Hall on the Freedom Trail, holds the distinction of being America's oldest eatery. This Boston institution, housed in a pre-Revolutionary War building, began serving food in 1826 and has remained in the same location ever since, with the stalls and oyster bar, where Daniel Webster was a regular client, in their original locations. Cocktail parties, buffets, and banquets can all be held in one of our private function spaces. Our Private Function Rooms and Private Dining Rooms are available for your next event, banquet, meeting, or party. We can accommodate parties between 20 and 100 persons. It is our goal to make your next gathering a memorable and pleasurable occasion. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist you in arranging your next event. If you have a group of 20 or more persons, please contact our Dining Room Manager at (617) 227-2750. Although Union Street was laid out in 1636, two years after the Boston Common, there are no municipal documents indicating when the Oyster House was built. All that is known is that the structure has stood on Union Street for almost 250 years as a notable neighborhood landmark. The building hosted importer Hopestill Capen's fancy garment goods shop, "At the Sign of the Cornfields," in 1742, before becoming a seafood house. The Boston shoreline had come up to the back door of the dry goods store at this time, making it easy for ships to deliver their cloth and products from Europe. The Union Oyster House has only had three owners since 1826. Mr. Joseph A. Milano, Jr., and Ms. Mary Ann Milano Picardi have been carrying on renowned dining and service traditions since 1970.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Yvonne's redefines the Supper Club dining experience with an amazing seasonal menu and a beautifully constructed environment, making it the ideal place to hold your gathering for any occasion. We provide a variety of personalized choices, ranging from a small gathering to a fully exclusive event. The new Yvonne's area beneath the Library offers a very exclusive and intimate eating experience, as well as amusing pop cultural references that provide commentary on modern life. The Gallery has only seven tables, therefore bookings are exceedingly limited and only accessible by special request. The entry is hidden behind a secret bookcase in the back of the Library Lounge, hidden from Yvonne's raucous main floor. The Supper Club harkens back to a time when comfort and attention to detail took precedence above fashion. The area has a weathered backdrop and polished furnishings. Antique crystal chandeliers, tufted heather gray sofas, clean white linen-draped tables, and hand-clipped Calacatta marble floors. Locke- Ober's original Santo Domingo mahogany bar, meticulously hand-carved on-site by French woodworkers in 1886, is the focal point of the dining area. The Supper Club is a great place for seated group eating, business events, and birthday parties. Yvonne's lounge, which is adjacent to the dining room, similarly strips down a once-ornate room to its unpainted brick walls and tin ceiling coffers for informal business gatherings and joyous cocktail parties. Styled bookcases, fine dining tables, herringbone wood floors, a hand-cut mahogany bar, and Locke- Ober's original gilded fireplace are all found in the Library. Charmaine Olivia's edgy, ethereal representations of famous historical characters hang among the Library's multi-hued books, creating a vibrant depiction of Yvonne's polished, yet fiery personality. The Library is imposing and an excellent choice for any type of event.

• 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.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Boat

We combine an exciting venue with delectable dining and incredible entertainment to create an unforgettable experience on Boston Harbor with our all-inclusive events. Allow our in-house experts to assist you at every stage of the process to create a one-of-a-kind event tailored specifically to you and your group. On the water, you can say "I do." With fully customizable ceremony and reception spaces, your nuptials and vows will take place against a backdrop that is worthy of the occasion. Allow our professional wedding planners to handle the details so that you can relax and enjoy your special day. Are you planning a celebration with your closest friends and family? We've got the perfect space for you here at our facility! Whether it's a milestone birthday or anniversary, our attentive onboard staff is on hand to ensure that your day is a smooth sailing experience for you. Bring yourself away from your desk and onto the ship! The ideal setting for a team–building event, a corporate happy hour, or anything in between, your team will have the opportunity to come together and celebrate, collaborate, and learn. Celebrate with your friends or a special someone. With breathtaking views of Boston Harbor, you won't find a better dinner experience anywhere else on the planet. An elegant vessel designed to showcase the city's iconic skyline will be your setting for a three-course plated lunch or dinner. Boston is brought to you tableside, complete with inventive plated dishes, refreshing cocktails, and live entertainment.

• Spaces for 120-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Colin and Heather Lynch, together with partner Jefferson Macklin, open Bar Mezzana, their first restaurant, in Boston's South End district. The team's energetic journey brings the simplicity and elegance of coastal Italian cooking to a modern, colorful environment at 360 Harrison Avenue, after more than 30 years of operating Barbara Lynch's internationally acclaimed restaurants. Genuine, warm service and hospitality are underlined by Aperol spritzes, an award-winning Crudo cuisine, and a career immersed in pasta creation. Bar Mezzana's wine program, led by Heather Lynch and Beverage Director Ryan Lotz, has a carefully chosen range of varietals to complement Chef Lynch's cuisine, including both well-known bottles and lesser-known (but equally excellent) finds. The cocktail menu has a similar chemistry with the meals. The list contains the perfect Negroni, the perfect Spritz, a handful of seasonal drinks, and a selection of Amari, all of which are heavily influenced by the seasons and traditional Italian cocktails. Colin is a native New Englander who grew up in Newburyport, Massachusetts and attended the Culinary Institute of America for his Bachelor's Degree in Professional Studies before settling in Boston. He had an internship at Chef Barbara Lynch's flagship restaurant No. 9 Park while at the CIA and returned to work with Barbara after graduation. Chef Barbara Lynch got the James Beard Award for "Best Chef Northeast" in 2003 while he was on the team. After that, starting in 2004, Colin was appointed to Chef de Cuisine at No. 9 Park. Colin assisted Chef Barbara Lynch in developing menus and staff when she expanded to the South End with B&G Oysters and The Butcher Shop. Colin's efforts during the opening of Menton resulted in the restaurant receiving Boston's first Relais & Chateaux designation, being nominated for "Best New Restaurant" by the James Beard Foundation in 2011, being named one of the best new restaurants in the country by Esquire, and receiving The Boston Globe's first four-star review from food editor Devra First. Colin and his wife Heather Lynch, as well as former Gruppo colleague Jefferson Macklin, started their own restaurant in June 2016. The creative crudo, handmade pastas, and welcoming hospitality at Bar Mezzana in Boston's South End have won rave reviews from local press and guests.

• Spaces for 60-500 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

Set the tone for your conference with views of Boston Harbor and the Seaport District. The Seaport Hotel has 27,000 square feet of event space in Boston. Our Boston waterfront hotel, located just steps from the harbor in the vibrant Seaport District, features three exquisite ballrooms, conference and breakout rooms, private dining rooms, boardrooms, and outdoor terraces and gardens. Our conference area can accommodate groups of individuals for corporate and social activities. Plan a team-building event in our Action Kitchen, a one-of-a-kind private dining experience in Boston where visitors can learn cooking methods. The most popular parties in Boston's Seaport District combine high-tech audiovisual capabilities, spectacular waterfront views, unique local food, and professional event planners. If you're planning a meeting, event, or conference in Boston, the Seaport Hotel's meeting services cover everything from telecommunications and audiovisual to cuisine and design. Our talented event planners and culinary teams are dedicated to putting on the most memorable events in Boston, with a focus on originality, flair, and technology. We have everything you need to put on the perfect party, whether it's for 60 people or 600. Allow Boston's Seaport District to inspire you to connect. The Seaport Hotel in Boston is your go-to resource for planning memorable occasions. We provide indoor and outdoor space, catering, video equipment, and group accommodations to make arranging your Boston event a breeze. Our professional meeting planners collaborate with you to produce unique, collaborative, and cutting-edge events. We bring your ideas to life and make sure every aspect is perfect. Whether it's a gala, board meeting, or conference, imagine your event and let our staff make it a reality. To begin arranging your next event or conference in Boston, contact our Sales Manager and let the Seaport Hotel set the tone for success.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.