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Summer Shack

4.3(2,264)
Seafood Restaurant

About

Summer Shack offers a straightforward New England seafood experience with a lively raw bar featuring daily-shucked oysters, littleneck clams, and a 1,500-gallon live lobster tank. The venue’s beach-inspired decor and open kitchen with twin steam kettles create an approachable yet authentic setting for business lunches or casual client dinners.

The private event space accommodates up to 120 guests, ideal for clambakes or corporate gatherings. Located in Cambridge with convenient parking, Summer Shack combines classic seafood staples with a relaxed atmosphere that suits small to mid-sized business events.

Best for

  • Casual client dinners with fresh seafood
  • Team lunches with a relaxed beachy vibe
  • Corporate clambakes & group celebrations

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Cambridge's largest raw bar with live lobster tank
Raw Bar
Cambridge's largest raw bar with live lobster tank
Offers eight to ten varieties of oysters shucked to order daily, littleneck clams, shrimp cocktail, and lobster showcased in a 1,500-gallon live lobster tank and twin 80-gallon steam kettles visible in the dining room.
Signature New England seafood by James Beard Award winner Jasper White
Chef Pedigree
Signature New England seafood by James Beard Award winner Jasper White
Founded by Jasper White, a celebrated Boston chef and author, whose recipes and standards continue to define the menu, focusing on classic New England seafood without formality.
Covered outdoor seating with beachy decor
Outdoor Seating
Covered outdoor seating with beachy decor
Features an easygoing, beach-inspired atmosphere including outdoor seating that accommodates groups and adds a casual, coastal vibe to business gatherings.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 2,264 reviews