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Nuovo Restaurant – Private Event Function Policy (2025)

Thank you for choosing Nuovo Restaurant to host your special occasion. We are committed to providing a memorable experience with outstanding Italian cuisine and exceptional service. To ensure the success of your event, please review the following policies carefully:

1. Reservation, Deposit & Cancellation

• A $250 non-refundable deposit and a signed agreement are required to confirm your event within 5 days of receiving the agreement (unless otherwise noted). This deposit is due prior to the event and will be applied to the final bill.

• In the event of a cancellation, the following fees apply:

  • No additional charge if canceled more than 4 weeks prior to the event (deposit remains non-refundable).

  • $500 + deposit if canceled within 4 weeks of the event date (unless otherwise noted).

  • Full Food & Beverage (F&B) minimum if canceled within 24 hours of the event.

• Final guest count must be provided 72 hours prior to the event. Additional charges will apply for any guests attending above this final count.

2. Severe Weather Policy

In the event of severe weather that makes it unsafe or impossible to hold the event as scheduled:

• The client will receive a full refund of the deposit.

• The event may be rescheduled to a future available date.

• The determination of severe weather is at the sole discretion of Nuovo Restaurant, based on local weather advisories and safety considerations.

3. Event Duration

• Evening events (after 5:00 PM) are reserved for up to 4.5–5 hours.

• Daytime events (before 4:00 PM) are reserved for up to 3.5–4 hours.

• A $250 room fee will apply if your event exceeds the allotted time.

4. Food & Beverage Minimums (F&B)

All private functions must meet the Food & Beverage (F&B) minimums, not including tax and gratuity. The 7% Massachusetts Meal Tax and an 18% gratuity are added to all bills. No additional charges, No room fee will occur if the F&B minimum is met.

Monday–Thursday - F&B minimum $1,500 (no room fee), or F&B minimum $1,150 + $350 room fee.

Friday - F&B minimum $1,700.

Saturday - (day time event) $1,500 F&B minimum.

Saturday - (night time event after 5:00pm) $1,800 F&B minimum.

Sunday $1,500 F&B minimum.

The host is responsible for meeting the F&B minimum

5. Menu Selection & Pricing

• Final menu choices must be submitted no later than 10 days prior to your event.

• Family-style service is available for an additional $3 per person.

• A $2 per person plating fee applies for outside desserts brought in.

6. Alcohol Service

• Nuovo reserves the right to stop alcohol service to any guest at the discretion of our staff.

• Alcohol service will conclude 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.

7. Additional Guidelines

• Complimentary valet parking is available for parties of 25 guests or more (unless otherwise noted) .

• White linen will be provided by Nuovo at no cost to the host. 

• Confetti is not allowed; extra cleaning fees will apply if used.

• Nothing may be hung from draperies or sprinkler systems, per fire code.

• Please consult with staff before installing decorations.

8. Tax & Gratuity

• A 7% state meal tax and 18% gratuity will be automatically added to the final bill for all functions and for parties of 6 or more.
  
  Questions or ready to book? Contact us:

  Loreta Gjonca📞 508-796-5915 or 508-826-8053 - ✉️ Email: nuovoworcester@gmail.com