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New venues mean more options when it’s time to find the right space for a private event. For the third edition of New on RestauRent, we’re highlighting five venues across Virginia, Maine, Massachusetts, and Texas. This edition includes everything from upscale Korean dining and an interactive mini golf venue to Boston restaurants and a Mediterranean-inspired Austin destination. Planning a corporate gathering, birthday, group dinner, holiday party, or another celebration? Here

Planning an event around a great meal is easier when the dining experience is already part of the entertainment. Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse brings its Brazilian churrasco tradition to private events, combining tableside service, fire-roasted meats, group dining options, and polished event spaces. Now available across six locations on RestauRent, Fogo de Chão offers options for everything from executive dinners and corporate meetings to birthdays, holiday parties, rehea

Finding a Phoenix event venue that can comfortably handle a large guest list without sacrificing atmosphere can narrow your options quickly. For weddings, quinceañeras, galas, and milestone celebrations, Versalles Palace Event Center offers the scale and traditional ballroom setting these occasions often call for. Located on W Indian School Road in Phoenix, Versalles Palace accommodates events of up to 600 guests and combines an ornate setting with the practical features need

Planning a private event gets much easier when the venue can handle the space, food, drinks, and atmosphere all in one place. That's exactly where Explorium Hospitality Group comes in. With locations throughout the Milwaukee area, Explorium gives event planners several different settings to choose from while keeping the experience centered around craft beer, cocktails, scratch-made food, and approachable hospitality. So instead of asking whether Explorium works for your event

STK Steakhouse dining space featured in the New on RestauRent venue series.

Planning a private event in Southern California comes with plenty of choices, and Cohn Restaurant Group brings a wide range of them together in one collection. Across San Diego County, Long Beach, Oceanside, Carlsbad, La Mesa, San Marcos, and Escondido, the Cohn Restaurant Group collection on RestauRent includes everything from waterfront restaurants and polished dining rooms to lively social spaces and large-scale event venues. Planning a corporate dinner, birthday, rehearsa

Finding a Boston event venue that works equally well for a company reception, rehearsal dinner, milestone celebration, or private dinner isn't always easy. The Berkeley Bistro + Bar gives groups that flexibility in the heart of Back Bay. Located at Hotel AKA Back Bay, The Berkeley pairs a refined but approachable restaurant atmosphere with multiple indoor and outdoor event configurations. From smaller semi-private dinners to full restaurant buyouts, groups can choose a setup

Planning a group event is easier when the restaurant already has the food, drinks, atmosphere, and event options covered. Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar brings those pieces together with scratch-made American favorites and a relaxed, lodge-inspired setting designed to make groups feel comfortable settling in. For corporate gatherings, milestone celebrations, team outings, family events, and other group occasions, Lazy Dog offers event dining at select locations across the country.

Finding a private event venue in Seattle gets a lot more interesting when entertainment is already built into the experience. Located at 300 Westlake Ave N in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood, Flight Club Seattle combines Social Darts, food, cocktails, and a lively bar atmosphere under one roof. It’s a strong option for groups that want their event to feel interactive rather than centered around sitting at a table all night. From company outings and networking events t

Planning an event in Denver often means choosing between a traditional event space, a restaurant, or a hotel. Vib Denver RiNo Hotel brings all three experiences together in one RiNo destination. Located at 3560 Brighton Boulevard in Denver’s River North Arts District, Vīb offers a contemporary hotel setting for corporate gatherings, celebrations, group events, and guests traveling into the city. Add a rooftop restaurant with views across Denver and the Rocky Mountains, and th

There are always new places to discover on RestauRent. That’s why we’re launching New on RestauRent, a recurring series highlighting some of the newest restaurants, bars and event spaces joining the marketplace. First up: Kelly Operations Group. The hospitality group brings a wide range of concepts to RestauRent, giving event planners more options for everything from business dinners and private dining to birthday celebrations, receptions and nights out. With locations across

Sometimes the best private events are the ones that give guests something to do. Tipsy Putt combines indoor mini golf, games, food, drinks, and reservable event space, creating a built-in activity for corporate outings, birthday parties, celebrations, and group events. Instead of planning dinner in one place and entertainment somewhere else, groups can eat, drink, play, and spend time together under one roof. With four Tipsy Putt locations available on RestauRent across Calif

Boston has plenty of restaurants and traditional event spaces, but sometimes the occasion calls for something with a little more energy. For corporate celebrations, holiday parties, networking events, milestone birthdays, and large receptions, a nightlife venue can give you the built-in atmosphere, entertainment capabilities, and flexible setup you need without starting with a blank ballroom. Royale Entertainment Group operates a collection of nightlife and event concepts in

Chicago has no shortage of restaurants for private events, but Tanta Chicago brings something different to the table: Peruvian cuisine, pisco cocktails, a dedicated private dining room, and a seasonal rooftop terrace in the middle of River North. Located at 118 W. Grand Avenue, Tanta is a strong option for groups looking for a private event venue in Chicago that feels lively and polished without becoming overly formal. From business dinners and cocktail receptions to birthday

Finding a private event venue in Minneapolis that works just as well for an intimate executive dinner as it does for a 100-person celebration isn't always easy. The Butcher’s Tale offers both, with chef-driven dining, wood-fired meats, private rooms, and one of its biggest standouts: a four-season Garden Atrium. Located on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, The Butcher’s Tale combines the feel of an elevated steakhouse with flexible spaces designed specifically for private event

Booking a table for two is easy. Booking dinner for 20, 40, or 100 guests takes a little more planning. Whether you're organizing a birthday dinner, corporate event, rehearsal dinner, team celebration, or family gathering, restaurants often handle large-group reservations differently from standard dining reservations. You may need a private dining room, semi-private space, group menu, or even a restaurant buyout. Here's how to book a restaurant for a large group, and what to

Tampa Bay has no shortage of spots to host a private event, from sleek cocktail bars and neighborhood restaurants to sunlit event spaces and waterfront terraces. Here are eight standout private event venues across the Tampa area, all bookable directly through RestauRent. Tap any name or photo to see the full listing. Ava Tampa View Ava Tampa on RestauRent → A modern Italian restaurant in SoHo with rustic-industrial warmth, housemade pasta, and Neapolitan pizza fired in an Ita

Nothing quite compares to the moment you get to share your engagement with the people you love most. But for a lot of couples, the idea of planning an engagement party can feel like the first big test of "adulting together", and it's easy to get overwhelmed before you've even picked a venue. Here's the good news: your engagement party doesn't need to be a black-tie affair with a seated dinner and a string quartet. Some of the best celebrations are the casual ones, the ones wh

From themed baby showers to high-energy watch parties and corporate networking events, March 2026 bookings on RestauRent highlight just how versatile today’s private event venues have become. Here’s a look at real events hosted across the country—and the venues making them happen. Bridal Shower at Fleur de Thé – St. Louis, MO Elegant Private Dining Venue for Intimate Celebrations One standout March booking? A beautifully curated “Tea with the Bride” bridal shower hosted at Fl

If you’re searching for a private event venue in Charlotte that combines bold flavors, a lively atmosphere, and group-friendly dining, Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is a standout choice. Perfect for birthdays, corporate gatherings, family celebrations, and social events, this venue delivers a fun, welcoming setting that makes hosting easy and memorable. Located in Charlotte, Las Margaritas offers the kind of energetic yet comfortable environment that works well for both c