Private Dining at Scull & Keel

River Views, Fresh Catches, and Spaces Built for the Occasion

Your event deserves more than a back room. Scull & Keel puts the Charles River to work for you.

Private Dining Spaces 

A dedicated space for groups that want full privacy without losing the energy of the restaurant. River views included.

seating
32 guests
standing
40 guests
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Flexible zones within the main dining room for groups of 10 to 40. Full restaurant ambiance with service that’s focused entirely on your party.

seating
62 guests
standing
62 guests
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An outdoor setting unlike anything else in Cambridge. Open sky, river access, and a backdrop that does the decorating for you.

seating
40 guests
standing
80 guests
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The Charles River on one side, the city on the other. Our patio and bar is the right call for cocktail receptions and casual gatherings that still want to impress.

seating
60 guests
standing
60 guests
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What Our Guests Say

We've hosted our annual client dinner at a lot of places around Boston. Nothing has come close to the view from the patio. The food matched it.
James R.
Rehearsal dinner on the Charles River. Our guests are still talking about it six months later.
Sarah & Tom K.
We needed a spot for 30 people that didn't feel like a banquet hall. Scull & Keel nailed it. The seafood tower alone got a round of applause.
Priya M.

Frequently Asked Questions

We recommend booking at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance. For larger groups or peak dates, earlier is better.

Minimums vary by space. Our semi-private areas start at 10 guests, while full buyouts are available for larger gatherings.

Yes. Our team works with you to build a menu around your group, dietary needs, and occasion.

Yes, a dedicated team member handles your event from inquiry to last course.

Yes. Select spaces are equipped for presentations and corporate events. Let us know your requirements when you inquire.

A deposit is required to confirm your booking. Full details are provided during the inquiry process.

Outside cakes are welcome for celebrations. Decorations are permitted within reason. Our team is happy to help you plan the details.

Yes. Our patio and pool area are available for private use, seasonally dependent.

Plan Your Event

Tell us about your group and we'll put together a proposal. Whether you're planning a private dinner in Boston or a waterfront event right here in Cambridge, river views, fresh seafood, and a team ready to make it work.

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