Margeaux Supper Parlor

We had an amazing wedding at Margeaux!! It is a beautiful venue and the back patio is gorgeous. We had 138 people in attendance and it didn't feel too crowded. We did not do a formal sit-down dinner but instead had a ton of food and people could go find a seat inside or outside (on the front and back patios). The food was AMAZING. Everyone talked about how delicious it was - the chef is truly the best! The drinks were also incredible (but heads up for budgeting purposes, the bar packages are expensive). Ally, the event coordinator, and Rebekah, the owner, worked closely with us to make sure everything went well. They crushed it with all the day-of logistics and made sure everything went smoothly. Happy to be a reference if you have any questions from a bride who has been through it - just ask Ally to put us in touch! Happy wedding!

We had a Zoom pandemic wedding, so we had a belated reception on our 5th anniversary. Event was a lunch reception from 12pm-4pm (~80 pax). [WHO MARGEAUX IS FOR] You prioritize good food and drinks, have a small-medium guest count, want a beautiful venue that needs minimal decor, and need something accessible by car AND public transport. [WHO MARGEAUX IS NOT FOR] You want a traditional wedding event space, prioritize dance floor space, have 100+ guests, or really love glitter. [VENUE] Margeaux's interior design style is romantic, warm, yet modern - absolutely gorgeous! Perfect if you don't want to do the heavy lifting on decorations. We did a full buyout, which includes the L-shaped dining space, the Oasis Room, and outdoor patio (which we didn't use due to winter). We put favors, stationary apps, and high tops in the Oasis Room, but it can also be used for extra seating. Glitter decorations are not allowed. [FOOD & BEVERAGES] The food – aka the reason we locked in the venue – is a fusion of New England and New Orleans cuisine. We've been to the restaurant several times for dinner and brunch, and the food is always great with generous portions. For our reception, we did a pre-fixe menu with a cheese & charcuterie station. It was very important to us that our friends with allergies/dietary restrictions had an equally amazing food experience, and Margeaux really delivered! The cocktail menu is fun yet sophisticated - with twists on classic cocktails (like the Bumbling Pair), but also unique drinks (like the Bali Dragon). They also had great N/A mocktails (like the Portrait of Lavender Gray). Highlights: Lobster bisque, ribeye, swordfish, apple crisp, and pecan pie [PLANNING & SET-UP] Rebekah (Owner) and Ally (Event Coordinator) were very professional and helpful! We had several virtual meetings with Ally and consistent email communication. Ally sent us their Special Events guide, venue photos, floor plans, and everything we needed to feel prepared. Both Rebekah and Ally emphasized that Margeaux strives to be flexible to accommodate unique events, and we really felt like they tried to work with us on the menu, layout & AV set-up, and our overall goals. [SERVICE] When we visited for regular dinner service, there were a few entrees that took longer than others. However, during our reception, service was great - everything came out in a timely manner and the servers and bartenders were very friendly and hospitable. Shoutout to Petar for helping set up the night before and to Brooke for being the sweetest! [VALUE] While everyone's event is unique, we felt that the value was great for the quality we received. The F&B minimum spend was more reasonable compared to many restaurants in Cambridge, MA. Ally and Rebekah were also very transparent about all the potential fees, so there were no surprises during our budgeting process. [LOCATION] Right in the heart of Porter Square, so it's accessible by the MBTA Red Line (Porter station). Located in a hotel building, which is good for out-of-town guests and GREAT if you need additional private space to change and store things. There is street parking around the block and valet parking for $10 at the hotel. [CONCLUSION] No AI was involved in the making of this review. We simply loved our experience working with Margeaux, and would highly recommend them for your events!