We went to a wedding at this lovely venue a couple of months ago. We had never been to an event…read morehere and were so pleasantly surprised about what a terrific place this is. It's a space with simple elegance and a rustic charm. This is a real boat club with members who join because they love sailing. The annual Head of the Charles and other regattas are big deals here. But it's good news that the space can be rented out for weddings and other events because it's really pretty cool. The bride and groom of the wedding we attended are both avid sailors and so this place has special meaning to them. I love that there is both indoor and outdoor space here so if you luck out and have good weather, your guests can go out to the expansive deck or down to the water's edge. We had a sunny, perfect late afternoon and so guests wandered freely in and out. You can hire whatever caterer and bar service that you would like which I think is a terrific option when hosting any kind of party. It's a great way to control the quality of the food and not be locked into anything you're not 100% sure of. I'm also told you can't charge for alcohol at this site and must have an open bar; to that I say: "Amen". I am not a believer in hosting guests at a wedding where there is a cash bar. You wouldn't charge people for drinks if you invited them to your home so it's never made sense to me to do it a wedding. So for events held here, it's not a debate: it's an open bar although of course you choose what to serve. There was plenty of room for both dining and dancing in two separate but totally adjacent inside areas. One side was the dining area and the other was for the cocktail hour and mingling, later for the live band and dancing. Although the Boat Club can be a bit tricky to find event though it's a Cambridge address, it is well worth considering if you're planning a wedding especially if you want a place that is unique.

We had our wedding at the Boat Club in May 2022 and absolutely loved it. So much charm and class,…read moreit was a beautiful venue for a Spring wedding! A few things to note if you are considering this for your wedding- it is a working boat house, so there will be other people on the grounds and the docks during your event. We were made aware of this ahead of time and okay with this, but were not prepared for the lack of parking due to the rowers being on site. Other than that, the staff was wonderful to work with and Kate was great on the communication front. Highly recommend for any event!

Excellent events location to rent. They do have pretty good size hardwood floor with a stage. Great…read morefor charity dinners or even events such as yoga and Meditation. It is an old historic building which comes with few downsides due to its age. However, it is maintained well enough to keep its charm.

This was the meeting place for a two-year yoga teacher training program I did, and it is a charming…read morelittle spot. They rent out the basement room, which has a hardwood floor, a stage, and a commercial kitchen. I imagine it would be perfect for a charity dinner or (who knows!) even a small wedding reception. 30 of us spreading out our yoga mats took up about half the room. The heat was unpredictable. When it gets cold, you have to go upstairs and find the man who can turn up the heat for you. He's a sweet guy with a little white dog. Then half an hour later you will be roasting and you'll need to zip upstairs again and ask him to turn it down. One or the other of the two women's toilets on the lower level was usually clogged. One day there were bugs crawling all over the wood floor and someone said they were termites, but we never saw them again. Over the course of two years, I grew to love these quirks.

Amazing place to be! I. look forward to the next time there as well too! (: and yes, I definitely…read morerecommend booking here !

Review for the performance space:…read more The space is tight with a jazz trio, but the music and the scene is fantastic. This is a great spot to get up and personal with some local jazz giants as well as visiting players. There is not a bad seat in the house, and the Green Room's name is apt, because it is literally just a small room with a hanging tiffany lamp and folding chairs. Situated in a store front on Bow Street, the Green Room is a welcome performance space in the neighborhood. Definitely join their mailing list to stay abreast of visiting performers and take in a show prior to dinner and drinks in Union Square. There is no food or drink available in this room, so plan ahead.

I can't recommend The College Club of Boston enough. It's a beautiful victorian style building. Old…read morefashioned, but truly iconic. I was staying for 2 nights, my first time in the city. I was very unsure which area to stay in, but I'm so happy I chose CCB because the location is absolutely perfect. Back Bay is very nice and safe. You even have a wonderful park just outside the doorstep to walk around, and the lovely Boston Commons only two blocks away. Check-in/out was one of the most seamless experiences I've had with hotels/airbnbs. I didn't have to check in with anyone, and I received the door code a few days before. They have a lovely dining room for guests with homemade cookies, fruit, coffee and tea. Unfortunately I didn't take advantage of the breakfast, but I'm sure it's great too. CCB is really the perfect mix of a hotel and bed/breakfast. I was unsure about doing the solo room with a shared bathroom, but other than having to wait for the other guest to finish his shower so I could take an urgent bio break, it was no issue at all and I would hands down do it again. I'm pretty sure the other floors have a bathroom if you absolutely need it though. For the location, price, comfort, and amenities, College Club of Boston is a no brainer. I got the please to quickly meet the GM on my way out, and she is super sweet. I even left my airpods in the room, and without hesitation they are shipping them back to me. 5 starts forsure.

We had our wedding ceremony here. It was absolutely perfect. We had 12 guests total, but the space…read morecould definitely accommodate a considerably larger party. The venue itself was breathtakingly beautiful, clean, and presentable. We requested a charcuterie board, champagne, and fruit platter, and it was stunningly displayed and high quality. There was a great mini-bar. Anna the manager was very responsive and accommodating. I am extremely pleased with our experience and would 100% recommend this venue!

Came here for a birthday and with a group to sit at the bar. Both fun! Great drinks. Great service…read more Never ate here but the drinks were good. And it's a fun vibe! Also the only place in boston i ever get id-ed. I also don't think what gets reviewed enough is the bathrooms... and these were great! Clean and never had to wait in line!

I came here with a reservation for a group of over 20 and we were set up with our own section of 2…read moredart boards. There were several different games to play while competing with the people in your lane and comfy seating to rest and socialize in when it wasn't your turn. One of the highlights for me was the food. The buffalo chicken sliders were SO good. They had perfectly cooked and tender chicken meat paired with delicious sauces. It was by far the most popular item we got and lots of people went back for seconds. I'm personally not the biggest fan of darts, but it was also an enjoyable experience to just chat while watching the ongoing games and trying the food.

This place is the perfect spot to have a wedding at. We had ours on 10/24/15, just a week before…read moreHalloween, so it was a costume wedding. We had the ceremony, reception & photo's taken here. Sandy & Mario were truly wonderful to work with! Cannot speak highly enough about them! We were able to get into the venue the afternoon beforehand & decorate it. Mario worked the bar for us the evening of the wedding, he was warm, welcoming & efficient throughout. If I could give this venue more stars I would!!

We hosted our wedding reception here and it was PERFECT! The venue itself is lovely, affordable,…read morebut the best part is definitely the staff. We worked with Mario, who is an absolute gem. He treated us like family and recommended caterers and helped us with some of the planning. Overall, it was an amazing experience. If you do host an event here, know that the staff at Dante will take care of you well.

My wife and I were married on the Henry Longfellow. It was an incredible evening. The family and…read morefriends that joined us, the amazing staff, and our first mate/onboard manager Allison made it a night we will truly never forget. Thank you again to everyone that made that night so perfect! We want to give a special shout out to our event coordinator, Kaitlin. We initially had two separate venues for our wedding. We planned to have just the reception on the Henry Longfellow, while the ceremony takes place in Boston. It was only a month out from our wedding day, when our ceremony venue fell through and we had to scramble to find an alternative solution. During that stressful time, Kaitlin did an amazing job working with us to combine our ceremony and reception on the Henry Longfellow. She was comforting, accommodating, and a joy to work with. We couldn't have planned our wedding without her! The absolute best!!! Sincerely, Brian & Katy

We had a good experience with charles river cruise in our recent trip to Boston. The boat dock was…read morenext to a shopping mall with access to restroom, dining options and various shops. The receptionist was friendly. The tour guide was phenomenal. Bearing a great, easygoing and a bit sarcastic personality, she was engaging, knowledgeable, funny and honest about her delivery. I learned a few things about the city and the famous schools from her personal opinion. Very steady and peaceful ride. Clean and well-maintained boat with a bar. Be mindful it's hot inside the boat with the scorching sun in PM so bring water, sun screen and hat, dress lightly. It was our second day in town our bodies still adjusted humidity and heat, I felt I was about to get a heat stroke. It'd be nice if they consider AC operated boat in the future.

Rude staff and SCAM. Read the other reviews BY MUSICIANS. I highly DO NOT RECOMMEND this place…read more Good beer is about all. They did not pay a group who had several out of town members and even one from out of the country and asked them to pay full price entry to the show before as well as for drinks. Also charge a ridiculous price to rent the venue after 10p on a weeknight when nobody is there. Pay to play for touring musicians - don't support this place if you care about honorability in music

The Lilypad in the heart of Inman Square Cambridge is in my opinion without doubt the best…read moreperformance space in the Boston area, with exception of course of the great larger halls like Symphony + Jordan. When it comes to the intimacy of a smaller room, nothing compares to the vibe of this great sounding + visually stunning venue, thanks to Dan Masi for the fantastic wall murals, and to the entire staff for always maintaining a welcoming + energetic atmosphere. The beer + wine selection is superb. Sure the hotel bars bring in some heavy hitters, but the Lilypad consistently features the absolute best of the phenomenal + varied artists we are blessed with in the amazing music scene of greater Boston, as well as talent from NYC + all over the country. The music programming is incredibly varied; some of the best jazz + chamber music performances I have ever enjoyed happened here. The ongoing Sunday-night Jazz Jam session is an awesome scene, always featuring great opening performances by the house-band, followed by convivial jazz jamming, open to players + listeners alike, not to be missed!

I recently attended a wedding here and it was a lovely venue. If you are looking for a place to…read morehold a classy event i would strongly recommend looking into this location!!

What a beautiful place to have an event. Our guests were very happy and everything was beautiful…read more The house is old so there are a few rules and you really have to do everything. But it's worth it. We loved having an event there and will be back! Smaller events would be fantastic - maybe a dinner or some smaller function. The rooms are beautiful and tastefully decorated.

Hidden gem in Coolidge Corner alert! Located in the arcade ticked away in the corner, where you see…read morea sign that says "Bar is open. Ring bell " You ring the bell and a pleasant person opens the door, asks how many are in your party and if there is room, you step inside to find an intimate room with several seating nooks, a lovely bar and an atmosphere where you can actually have a conversation. I think there were 20 seats in the whole space. We ordered 4 drinks and a chips and dip. For $82 we had a lovely experience. You can also rent this place out for a private party. Truly a great vibe, delicious drinks and a positive experience!

HIDDEN GEM in Brookline. I must have walked past it several times and not noticed it until my…read morefriend introduced me to it. They do both reservations and walk-ins but it's safer to make a reservation ahead if you can. It's pretty easy to make one as well; we only booked a day ahead for a Friday night. Amazing first impressions as well. They make a tiny space work perfectly; I did not feel claustrophobic at all even with full house. They have really cute decors and the space is decorated well. They have their seasonal cocktails that you can choose your choice of liquor for and martinis (both vodka and gin). They brew their espresso fresh as well so the space smells so good every time it is brewed. I got a Peru Plunder and it was fruity and light (a dangerous one). Their apple pie old fashioned has an interesting aftertaste in a good way. The bartender and the server were attentive and friendly as well. I had a great time and will definitely be coming back. -9.1/10