PRIVATE EVENTS AT CLAW & HAMMER

Host Your Next Celebration With Us!

In one of Newport’s most inviting private dining spaces located on the second floor of Claw & Hammer, our private event space offers a warm, coastal setting perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, bachelor and bachelorette parties, corporate gatherings, cocktail hours, birthday dinners, holiday parties, and more.

Our second floor can accommodate up to 45 guests seated or up to 75 guests standing for passed hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and reception-style events. Whether you’re planning an intimate plated dinner or a lively cocktail party, our team will help create an experience that feels polished, personal, and memorable.

Event Styles

We offer a variety of private dining formats, including:

Seated Dinners

Three-course dinners, elevated three-course menus, four-course menus, and four-course dinners with passed appetizers.

Cocktail Receptions

Passed hors d’oeuvres, raw bar enhancements, seafood-forward stations, and curated beverage service.

Lunch Events

Private lunches are available at lower minimums and are ideal for bridal showers, corporate outings, family gatherings, and daytime celebrations.

Beverage Packages

Choose from a range of beverage options, including hosted bars, consumption-based packages, wine pairings, beer and wine selections, and custom cocktail options.

Pricing & Availability

Private event minimums vary by day, time, season, and event style. Lunch pricing is available at lower minimums. Our team will work with you to create the right menu, beverage package, and layout for your event.

For pricing, menus, availability, and private event inquiries, please contact Claw & Hammer directly.

  • Wedding welcome parties

  • Rehearsal dinners

  • Bachelorette and bachelor parties

  • Corporate events

  • Holiday parties

Our space is perfect for:

  • Birthday celebrations

  • Family gatherings

  • Private lunches and dinners

  • Cocktail hours and receptions

Let’s Begin Planning Your Private Event Today!

Call us today to discuss your special event, or submit the inquiry form below and we will follow up with you promptly to discuss how we can turn your private event into a spectacular occasion.