GUEST REVIEW: Attended a wedding here on a Saturday in September…read more I assume most wedding parties have a similar setup consisting of: - Ceremony outside in the designated area with an artificial grass/turf to the right of the building. - Happy Hour/ Cocktail and Light Apps upstairs and to the left with deck access and some outside seating. - Reception Dinner & Dancing upstairs and to the right, also with deck access. As a guest, everything seemed great and to go well. They were well staffed and everyone was friendly and busy with their tasks and stations. They were timely with moving us between spaces and activities, and had everything set up and ready to go. The only real "waiting" was between HH and Reception which can take time, but there was light bites and drinks to keep guests occupied. For this wedding it was a beautiful day and the weather was pretty good. It was a little chilly outside and a non-complaint was that it was a little windy.. just something for brides to consider but that should be expected when choosing an outdoor venue, and one that is beach/water front! The outside ceremony area was nice. They have some fake grass down that helps with shoes, so ladies can wear heels without the "beach" concerns like sand and rocks. The musicians were set up to the left and it was a nice area with the bride/groom sides and aisle in between. It is "enclosed" along the back and side with a wall and pretty doorway - doors were closed and opened for the brides entrance. The microphone/speaker had some interference - unsure if that was quality, connection, or wind reasons - likely a mixture but it was more "cutting out" then static or ringing, etc. The building was nice and simply decorated. Downstairs had the restrooms and I think also the bridal suite. The stairs are to the left as you walk in and there is also an elevator. It did get a little crowded to get in after the reception as everyone is trying to get up stairs. The bathrooms were a little tight with only 2 stalls in the womens, but it was manageable. As mentioned, there are two rooms upstairs and the hallway area where the seating chart and wedding items (decor, envelope holder, sign in book, etc. - and later party favors) were placed. The HH room is a little smaller and had a long barstool seating table down the middle, a cute little corner with sofa and chairs, plus tables set up along the perimeter. There was also some seating on the deck which was nice for fresh air as it did get crowded, depending on the guest size. The bar was on the far end of the room. The reception room was larger in comparison and had sliding doors - those were kept closed during HH and then opened once it was time to transfer. The layout had the tables right as you entered, and then the dance floor and "stage" at the far end. There was a door or two to access the deck from the reception room on the left-window side at both ends. The only complaint I had with the setup is that there wasnt really a proper "aisle" or entry way for the bridal party to make their entrance - they had to weave through the space between tables... not a big deal though. We were seated in the middle - only one table between us and the stage but it was a little difficult to see the happenings on stage at times - but all in all, it was a nice space with enough room where it was needed. They had a bar only in the HH room, so you did have to go between the two rooms for bevs - outside of red and white wine, which was conveniently on every table. I did not see a water station which I think is one thing I would recommend they add... The staff was very good about getting the courses out and tables cleared to keep the night going... but almost too good during the after meal/party time... i understand wanting to have an easy or quick cleanup for the night end but for example, they started removing the wine and water carafes and glasses... and again, with no water station that I could see, when you went back to your table to drink your water or wine, and it was gone, it left you surprised and thirsty! The food was pretty good - we had option of a chicken, steak, and maybe pasta? dish. Everyone at our table got the meat... they were all cooked slightly different temp/doneness wise, so mine was a little more well done than I would have preferred - still tasty though.. lots of flavor and seasoning! They had the cake slices put out at a table up front so guests could help themselves... and they set up a coffee/tea station in HH room. All in all, I thought it was a nice venue. Well staffed and the staff were friendly and all where they needed to be doing what they needed to do! The space was decorated nicely (base) and I'm sure each bridal party has the ability to decorate to their style and liking. And it was a pretty decent size allowing for a good group of guests.

As a wedding guest, I'm going in with the assumption that all food was provided by The Oceanview…read more Our friends wanted to get married at The Oceanview, and they were so booked that the wedding ended up being a weekday event, beginning before sunset, when the sun was just drifting behind the trees. Talk about great timing for avoiding the possibility of any sunburns. This was just my second beach side wedding experience, so it is a very real risk. The wind was a silent participant, blowing the bride's veil as it wished, and then declining to blow when it would have been helpful. Nothing Oceanview could do about this. More of a warning to future brides with an eye to an outdoor wedding. The outdoor wedding ceremony space is covered in fake grass and faces the rocky beach. So it is safe for heels. But anyone planning a walk on the beach should be aware. Parking is along the beach side of the road as their across the street neighbor is a golf course that needs its own parking spots as well. Stairs lead to the lobby of The Oceanview, where a two stall ladies room resides. However, the indoor party space is all up on the second level, up a flight of stairs, where the cocktail hour was set up in a room to the left, down a couple of steps. The open bar at the end had printed drink menus which included mocktail options. The room also opened to an outdoor patio where smokers were welcomed with ashtrays. There was a boat of jumbo shrimp cocktail and shucked shellfish, and passed appetizers, of which the short rib quesadilla was my favorite. Later, doors opened to the space to the right, to expose a grand dining room. Everything looked nice. Indeed it is a pleasant setting for a wedding! Water and champagne toasts were already poured out, with one empty wine glass apiece for us to pour our choice of white or red. The champagne was a nice one. An assorted bread basket arrived warm with seasoned swirls of butter, followed shortly by the salad course. Which in our case was a tasty spinach salad with fresh sliced pear, goat cheese, dried cranberries and walnuts. My entree was short rib, served as two hearty slices of tender beef on a bed of pilaf, and 4 spears of asparagus. I later discovered an assortment of desserts displayed in the cocktail room along with self serve coffee and tea. Whole sliced cakes, along with mini cakes, cream puffs, cannoli, and cookies. The cake was tender, and perhaps was the same cake base as the wedding cake which was lastly served. Our drink glasses were cleared from the tables all too soon. It left me without water to drink when enjoying my slice of wedding cake that I retrieved from the corner under a screen with the wedded pair's names, and still dancing guests without a way to sooth their parched throats.

We had our son's wedding rehearsal here and it was SPECTACULAR!…read moreBeautiful venue, excellent food, staff/bartender were spot on... Yasmene is excellent as what she does! I've been an organizer for years and she truly is at the top of her game. I wish there were more than 5 stars to give. Thank you to the entire team for a extraordinary night to remember!

The team were nothing except welcoming and professional. Food was excellent. Yasmene the events…read morecoordinator was responsive, transparent, and highly invested in the guest experience. Bartender was super welcoming and put everyone at ease upon walking into the event.

I am told (by a local) that there are three places to get married in Nahant island, and this is the…read moreleast glamorous. We attended a wedding here last month, and it is exactly as I would have expected from a KofC function hall - low ceilings, dark-ish, and a cash bar. On the positive, there is a parking lot, it's on the water and should you choose to get married outside, your guests have a harbor view while you tie the knot in the brown, wood cabana. The passed apps and dinner were consumable. I'm not sure if they had an outside vendor prepare the food or not. The bartenders were lack-luster, and can you blame them - it's not an ideal gig for big tips. All in all, fine for "I do" on a budget.

My daughter had her wedding there July 20, 2013, I thought it was perfect and so pretty on the…read morewater. she got married at 6 pm at night and it could not have been more perfect.. We had the Mt Vernon Restaurant in somerville for the caterer, as they have done many of the functions there. The food could not have been better and even the appetizers were awsome. The caterer had suggested 40 steps in Nahant for wedding pictures which was about 10 min away. Picture perfect on the beach. All it all it was a beautiful day, I would highly recommend this venue to any one with up coming weddings.

Dena the hall manager was beyond amazing…read more The day of my event - OMG the bathrooms were fully cleaned and stocked. She takes pride in having her renters very happy and I was! I cannot thank Dena and hall enough with all the help and support of my event.

Recently repainted walls, and it looks great. Good space for functions…read more Need new restrooms ASAP. Ample public parking space is a plus.

Absolute gem of a place for all your boating needs. I rented a Hobie kayak (off site) and Mary…read moreEllen met me at the shop at a time that was convenient for me. She helped me secure the kayak to the top of the car, so now I know how to transport kayaks. I found that the system she used to install kayaks on the roof of cars is idiot proof, and the kayak is securely fastened to the top of the car to avoid liability. I also found that any guy could lift a kayak and install it the the roof of a car solo (it's not that heavy), however hauling the kayak fewer for more than 5 feet I recommend two people. I refuse to rent anywhere else, and I look forward to renting from Little Harbor Boathouse again.

So much fun! Perfect summer activity. They have boards, kayaks, canoes, etc. all reasonably priced…read morefor the area. Staff is local hs and college kids, but they're super polite and really helpful. And shocking for Marblehead in the summer... free parking! Also- they have "frequent paddlers" discounts, if you get addicted.

a great cafe with a warm, welcoming staff. we stopped by randomly and really enjoyed our coffee &…read moremeals. the sandwiches/wraps are great portions for their value and the coffee is great! we really loved their mission statement & how they give back to the community. definitely recommend :) ** they have a vegan food option (hummus wrap) that's super refreshing & delicious. they also have non-dairy milks (oat & almond).

Love this place and love their mission! Some of the best coffee and tea lattes in the area too!…read more Baristas are friendly and knowledgeable. Very cozy ambiance

What do you look for when planning an event and looking for a venue. Well for us, we need the…read morefollowing three things. 1. A good looking venue that isn't warn down or falling apart. 2. A reasonable price in comparison to other venues in the area and venue size. 3. Staff that is easy to work with and that is receptive to a ton of questions since we can usually be a bit needy. Well, after assessing this venue, I have to say that this place exceeds all of the above. The price for the venue is great, the venue itself is well maintained, the view of the water is beautiful, and the staff is incredibly easy to work with (Jackie and Bob were both phenomenal.) The baby shower we held here was a blast and our overall experience exceeded all of our expectations!

Have fun there the people are friendly and kind and welcoming. They have parties and dinners as…read morewell

This is the place where I have attended many fun private events and parties. The beer is cheap, the…read morehall is simple and the staff is great. The rental fee is cheap and can hold many many people. A great place to throw a party or shower. Parking is street but ample. Many a great night here!

Did my baby shower here in 2010. Decent price it was 350 for the smaller room. Room was very…read morespacious and clean. I believe they also have a larger room available. Bar in the hall. You cannot put up any type of decorations on the walls though. Parking not the best, there is a small parking lot in the back, otherwise you can park on the street. Drink prices weren't bad either. Staff friendly. Bathrooms could be upgraded, kind of dingy. Also if I remember correctly, you can bring juice boxes for kids, but no sodas. I remember us having to buy any beverages aside from juice for the children. Plan to use this hall again this year Phone number for hall coordinator is 781-595-0384

A friend and I had dinner there on a Friday evening. We arrived before 5:30pm and were seated…read moreimmediately. We both thoroughly enjoyed our food. The service was fantastic and the ambiance was lovely. Scratch kitchen will make anything they have in stock. Parking is right across the street. We will definitely make reservations next time as people were turned away shortly after we received our food.

The salad was unusual and one of the best tasting dishes I've ever had. The antipasto was fresh…read moreand delicious. My seafood pasta was perfect. The eggplant Parmesan was so good. The owner even came out to say hello. I wish we had this restaurant here.