Educate, Elevate, Inspire and Advocate
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Our membership tiers are tailored to serve all sectors of the hospitality ecosystem — from individual restaurant workers and owners to service providers and large-scale trade partners.
Each level offers unique benefits to maximize engagement, visibility, and impact.
What is MRU?
Founded in 2020, MRU is a coalition of independent restaurant professionals advocating for our industry and working toward a prosperous and equitable future for all locally and independently owned Massachusetts restaurants. Over the past several years, MRU has secured legislative victories, successfully advocated for our industry's interests during election cycles, and been at the forefront of creating and sharing valuable tools and resources for owners and staff alike.
Learn about the ways MRU Supports The restaurant industry
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Upcoming Events
In-person and virtual events to educate, celebrate, and elevate.
Mon, Sep 14 · 5:00 PM
Round the Regions Northshore
North Shore & Merrimack Valley Date: September 14, 2026 Location: To Be Announced Registration: Coming Soon Mass Restaurants United is bringing its Round the Regions event series to the North Shore and Merrimack Valley. This regional gathering will bring together restaurant owners, operators, employees, allied partners, community organizations, and industry leaders for networking, resource sharing, relationship building, and conversations about
Wed, Sep 16 · 12:00 PM
Grant Funding for Workplace English Classes and Other Trainings
Join Mass Restaurants United for Grant Funding for Workplace English Classes and Other Trainings, a practical webinar designed to help restaurant owners and operators learn about funding opportunities that may help cover the cost of employee training. Featured speaker Franklin Peralta, Director of Business Engagement and Public Policy at English for New Bostonians, will share his expertise in labor-market and
Tue, Oct 13 · 5:00 PM
Round the Regions West Mass
Western Massachusetts Date: October or November 2026 Location: To Be Announced Registration: Coming Soon Mass Restaurants United is bringing its Round the Regions event series to Western Massachusetts. This regional gathering will bring together restaurant owners, operators, employees, allied partners, community organizations, and industry leaders for networking, resource sharing, relationship building, and conversations about the needs of the Western Massachusetts
Mon, Nov 16 · 5:00 PM
Round the Regions Central Mass
Central Massachusetts Tentative Date: November 2026 Location: To Be Announced Registration: Coming Soon Mass Restaurants United is planning a Round the Regions gathering for Central Massachusetts. The event will bring together restaurant owners, operators, employees, allied partners, community organizations, and industry leaders for networking, resource sharing, relationship building, and regional hospitality conversations. Guests will have an opportunity to meet local
Mon, Jan 18 · 5:00 PM
Round the Regions Greater Boston
Greater Boston and Metro Boston Date: January 2027 Location: To Be Announced Registration: Coming Soon Mass Restaurants United is bringing its Round the Regions event series to Greater Boston and Metro Boston. This regional gathering will bring together restaurant owners, operators, employees, allied partners, community organizations, and industry leaders for networking, resource sharing, relationship building, and conversations about the hospitality
Mon, Mar 22 · 5:00 PM
Round the Regions South Shore
South Shore, Cape Cod and Islands Date: March 2027 Location: To Be Announced Registration: Coming Soon Mass Restaurants United is bringing its Round the Regions event series to the South Shore, Cape Cod and Islands. This gathering will bring together restaurant owners, operators, employees, allied partners, community organizations, and industry leaders for networking, resource sharing, relationship building, and regional hospitality
Tue, Apr 13 · 8:00 AM
2027 Annual Meeting
MRU Annual Meeting Date: April 2027, Date To Be Announced Location: To Be Announced Registration: Coming Soon Mass Restaurants United invites members, partners, restaurant owners, operators, employees, and hospitality industry leaders to attend the MRU Annual Meeting in April 2027. The Annual Meeting will provide an opportunity to reflect on MRU’s accomplishments, share organizational updates, review priorities for the year
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