BISTRO 63 EVENTS
PRIVATE EVENTS | LUNCHES | SIT DOWN DINNERS | COCKTAIL PARTIES | NIGHTCLUB
From groups of 15 to 100, our banquet spaces feature incredible versatility and customization for your private event in the heart of downtown Amherst, MA
Inquire below.
How events work at bistro 63:
(1) Pick a space & minimum spend
(2) Choose sample entrée package or make your own
(2) Choose apps, side, salads, desserts, and select bar option
We’ve hosted thousands of events in our 20+ years of business including rehearsal dinners, wedding after parties, birthday parties, bat mitzvahs, sorority & fraternity formals, school club events, celebrations of life, work holiday parties, recruitment events, and more! We will work to accommodate any special request you have to make sure your event is memorable.
Space & “Minimum Spend” Costs
IMPORTANT: Our events are booked with a minimum spend requirement.
What is a minimum spend? A minimum amount of money that we require you spend, depending on the space, in order to hold an event with us. We do not have separate venue and food costs. All food & drink below (prices are PER guest) contribute towards that minimum spend.
Full Boltwood Room & Lounge
Fully private space with high ceiling, large windows, and a lounge space.
Seated dinner: 74 guests max
Standing cocktail: 100 guests max
Sunday-Wednesday min spend:
12-3pm $750 / 6-9pm $1,250
Thursday-Saturday min. spend:
12-3pm $1,000 / 6-9pm $2,000
Semi-private Boltwood Room
Semi-private space with high ceiling, large windows. Lounge space is blocked off with room dividers for regular restaurant guests to dine.
Seated dinner: 40 guests max
Standing cocktail: 50 guests max
Sunday-Wednesday min spend:
12-3pm $500/ 6-9pm $1,000
Thursday-Saturday min. spend:
12-3pm $750 / 6-9pm $1,250
Covered Deck
Available seasonally. Deck is open on 3 sides with a plant wall and bamboo shades on one side for extra privacy. Please note that the deck is not heated
Seated dinner: 25 guests max
Standing cocktail: 30 guests max
Sunday-Wednesday min spend:
12-3pm $750 / 6-9pm $1,250
Thursday-Saturday min. spend:
12-3pm $1,000 / 6-9pm $2,000
ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO A 7% TAX AND 20% GRATUITY (not included in minimum spend)
*minimum spend requirement may vary for premium dates
Indoor event space includes 131" pull down screen with projector, DJ/AV booth for music, and full bar capabilities.
Entree Package
PIck a package below or customize your own with 3 entrees
CUSTOM ENTREES
(Pick 3, prices range $22 - $50 / guest)
FROM THE SEA
Wild Sesame-Crusted Tuna with Orange-Chili & Soy Glaze
Roasted Salmon in Maple-Mustard Sauce
Blackened Scallops over Bacon Butternut Squash Risotto
Haddock with choice of Puttanesca, Curry, or Lemon-Cream Sauce
FROM THE LAND
Hangar Steak with choice of Garlic Demi-Glaze or Marsala Sauce
Pan-Seared & Baked Chicken with choice of Mushroom Marsala, Garlic Demi-Glze, Traditional Parmigiana, or Lemon & White Wine Reduction Sauce
Chianti-Braised Beef Short Rib with Au Jus Reduction
Braised Pork Shoulder in Maple-Garlic Demi-Glaze
Lamb Lollipops in Garlic Demi-Glaze (minimum 30 guests)
RISOTTO & PASTA
Creamy Chicken Risotto with Spinach, Pancetta, and Roasted Peppers
Savory Seafood Risotto with Lobster, Scallops, Shrimp, and Tomato
Vegan Squash Risotto with Local Vegetables
Truffle Mushroom Risotto or Local Vegetable Risotto
Penne with Vegetables with choice of Creamy Alfredo or Marinara Sauce
Penne Carbonara with Prosciutto, Sauteed Onions, Cream, and Parmigiana
APPS & SALADS
Add on a number of appetizers or salads to complement your entrees.
DESSERT PACKAGES
All dessert packages INCLUDE a coffee station. A coffee station WITHOUT dessert is $2 / guest.
Outside desserts are welcome for a $2.50 / guest plating fee.
DRINK PACKAGES
Treat your guests to our world class spirits, legendary local and international brews, and 100% sustainable wine selection
Vegan, gluten free, dairy free, halal?
We offer extensive accommodations to support your guests dietary restrictions. All risottos are gluten free. Pastas can be made gluten free. Most protein entrees can be made gluten & dairy free. We are capable of creating fully halal menus. Please mention in the form all dietary accommodations you may need.
CONTACT US
Please fill out the form below to inquire about an event and we will get back to you within 48 hours. For last minute events within 3 days please call 413-259-1600 and ask to speak with the events manager.
Looking for a nightclub experience for your guests?
We operate the Monkey Bar, a high-end night club, during the academic year in our building. We have the capability to transform our Boltwood room into a private, full service nightclub for your event with full bar & DJ.
Please inquire at monkeybaramherst.com