top of page

The RestauRent Blog
Ideas and advice for planning private events, plus venue inspiration to help you find the right space.
Top Picks
Top Venue Picks in Your City: The Best Spaces for Every Occasion
RestauRent Stories
Real Event Experiences: Hear from Past Bookers on Their Favorite Venues
Press Releases
Explore press releases announcing new partnerships, platform updates, regional expansions, and company milestones.
All Posts
Discover bookable venues by city or state. RestauRent makes it easy for you to find and book the perfect venue or space for your event.


RestauRent and Event Temple: Event Booking Automation
Managing private event bookings can be time-consuming—especially when venue teams need to manually transfer booking information between platforms. If your venue uses RestauRent to generate leads and Event Temple to manage events, there’s now a smarter way to handle the workflow. The RestauRent + Event Temple integration automatically syncs bookings from the RestauRent marketplace directly into Event Temple, eliminating manual data entry and helping venues manage events more e

RestauRent Blog
Mar 112 min read


Tina Davie Donahue Joins RestauRent Advisory Board
Providence, RI — RestauRent, the leading platform powering private-event bookings for restaurants and venues, today announced the appointment of Christina “Tina” Davie Donahue — President & CRO of Buyers Edge Platform — to its Board of Advisors. This strategic addition follows RestauRent’s recent $1M investment from Emerging Fund, marking a next milestone in scaling the business. RestauRent Appoints Tina Davie Donahue of Buyers Edge Platform to Board of Advisors With over 25

RestauRent Blog
Nov 12, 20252 min read


RestauRent Raises $1M to Expand Event Bookings
Providence, RI — September 29th, 2025 — RestauRent, the platform revolutionizing how restaurants and venues capture private event business, today announced it has secured a $1 million investment from Emerging, a leading growth capital firm investing in restaurant-entertainment concepts and restaurant technology companies. RestauRent Raises $1M from Emerging Fund to Expand Private Event Booking Platform Funding drives platform innovation and broader market reach The investment

RestauRent Blog
Oct 1, 20252 min read


RestauRent Adds Booking to Google Business Profiles
RestauRent, the leading private event marketplace for restaurants, bars, breweries, and venues, announced today the launch of its direct private event booking integration with Google My Business. This milestone makes it easier than ever for consumers to discover, reserve, and book private event spaces directly through Google. Through this new integration, venues powered by RestauRent will appear alongside global reservation platforms, giving users a seamless experience when s

RestauRent Blog
Sep 26, 20252 min read


RestauRent Announces Partnership with Perfect Venue
[Providence, RI – August 27, 2025] – RestauRent, the leading marketplace for private dining and group event bookings, is proud to announce a new integration with Perfect Venue, a top-rated CRM platform built for event venues. This partnership streamlines how restaurants, bars, breweries, and other venues attract, manage, and convert private event leads. With this integration, venues using both RestauRent and Perfect Venue can now: Increase exposure and inquiries by tapping in

RestauRent Blog
Aug 27, 20252 min read


RestauRent Partners with Thumbtack for Event Hosts
Planning an event doesn’t stop at securing the perfect space. It’s just the beginning. The real challenge comes next: finding reliable vendors—photographers, caterers, DJs, decorators, rental companies—all while managing timelines, budgets, and guest expectations. At RestauRent, our mission has always been to make it easier to discover and book incredible venues for private gatherings. But we knew there was more we could do. That’s why we’re excited to announce a partnership

RestauRent Blog
Jul 7, 20252 min read


Introducing RestauRent Premier Venues
At RestauRent, we believe in celebrating the spaces that make private events unforgettable. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce the RestauRent Premier Venue Award — our highest recognition for venues that go above and beyond in delivering visibility, engagement, and outstanding guest experiences. These Premier Venues aren't just popular — they lead the way in: 🚀 Inquiries and Booking Requests 👀 High Monthly Traffic and Impressions 💬 Consistent Positive Feedback 📈 Stand

RestauRent Blog
Jun 27, 20251 min read


RestauRent Named a Top Rhode Island Tech Startup
We’re thrilled to announce that RestauRent has been featured as #8 on Tech Tribune’s 2025 list of “Best Tech Startups in Rhode Island”! This marks our third consecutive year receiving this honor—a testament to the innovative work we’re doing to simplify event venue booking and enhance private dining experiences Tech Tribune’s annual list is based on rigorous evaluation criteria including revenue potential, leadership strength, market traction, and overall competitiveness . Be

RestauRent Blog
Jun 11, 20251 min read


RestauRent Teams Up with RIFC and Centreville Bank Stadium
We’re proud to officially announce our latest partnership—with none other than Rhode Island FC and Centreville Bank Stadium! As a company born in Rhode Island, this collaboration means more than just a business milestone—it’s a celebration of our local roots and a big step in connecting communities through unforgettable experiences. RestauRent Teams Up with Rhode Island FC and Centreville Bank Stadium - What does this mean for you? You can now book private events directly at

RestauRent Blog
May 21, 20251 min read


RestauRent Expands to 25+ States
RestauRent Expands Nationwide: Now Booking Events in 25+ States Across the U.S.: At RestauRent, we’re on a mission to simplify private event planning by making it easier than ever to find and book unique venues across the country. What started as a New England-based solution has officially grown into a national platform—now featuring event-ready spaces in 25+ states and counting! From Regional Roots to National Reach Our journey began in Rhode Island, where the idea for Resta

RestauRent Blog
Apr 1, 20252 min read


RestauRent Raises $3.4M in Pre-Seed Funding
Pictured: Nick Cianfaglione (left); CEO & Co-Founder. Will Tondo (right); COO & Co-Founder. Photo Credit: BLK MKT Studios East Coast Startup Raises $3.4m Pre-Seed Funding to Revolutionize the Events Industry. Holiday Party Season may be slowing down as December winds down, but this new startup is continuing to ramp up. RestauRent, the innovative platform simplifying the process of booking private event spaces, has announced the successful completion of its $3.4 million pre-se

RestauRent Blog
Dec 20, 20242 min read
bottom of page
















