Massachusetts Restaurants United

Mass Restaurants United (MRU) educates, elevates, inspires and advocates for a prosperous and equitable future for all locally and independently owned Massachusetts restaurants.

 released the news of a temporary licensing opportunity for municipalities across the Commonwealth to extend service by ...
06/09/2026

released the news of a temporary licensing opportunity for municipalities across the Commonwealth to extend service by 1 hour to license holders. MRU is committed to learning more about how these next few weeks are executed by our members and industry professionals. Will you be applying for the additional hour? Are you excited about this opportunity?

Thank you to our amazing volunteers from Twelve Point for helping make Breaking Boundaries a success!Your energy, profes...
06/08/2026

Thank you to our amazing volunteers from Twelve Point for helping make Breaking Boundaries a success!

Your energy, professionalism, and dedication kept everything running smoothly and created a welcoming experience for our attendees. We appreciate your support and couldn’t have done it without you!

06/08/2026

Lunch flow at Breaking Boundaries!

Chef Warehouse never misses. Thank you for keeping our guests well-fed and the energy going strong!

The room is full, the energy is high, and the conversations are inspiring.Breaking Boundaries in Hospitality is official...
06/08/2026

The room is full, the energy is high, and the conversations are inspiring.

Breaking Boundaries in Hospitality is officially in full swing as industry leaders, innovators, advocates, and changemakers come together to share ideas, experiences, and solutions that will help shape the future of hospitality.

Our panelists are delivering powerful insights, engaging in meaningful dialogue, and challenging us all to think bigger about leadership, workforce development, inclusion, and opportunity within our industry.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today and to our incredible speakers who are helping make this event such a success. The connections being made and the conversations taking place are exactly what Breaking Boundaries is all about.

The future of hospitality is being built right here, right now.

06/08/2026

We are kicking off this morning with our Annual Breaking Boundaries Hospitality Day here at Big Night with Sofi Madison a sincere fill your cup affirmation to get us going!

06/08/2026

The conversations were meaningful. The connections were powerful. The mission remains strong.

A heartfelt thank you to our keynote speakers, panelists, MRU Board members, sponsors, and special guests who joined us for dinner as we reflected on the success of Breaking Boundaries in Hospitality and looked ahead to what's next.

Together, we're building a stronger, more inclusive hospitality industry, one conversation at a time.

And the wait is over, it starts TODAY!

Join us at Breaking Boundaries in Hospitality this morning at Big Night Live in Boston.

Doors Open: 9:00 AM
Tickets Available On-Site
Location: Big Night Live, Boston

Now the countdown begins to Breaking Boundaries in Hospitality 2026, but first, let's make today unforgettable.

Thank you for showing up for MRU and helping us continue to break boundaries.

Speaker Spotlight: Jon MendezWe are proud to feature Jon Mendez as part of this year’s incredible Breaking Boundaries in...
06/05/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Jon Mendez

We are proud to feature Jon Mendez as part of this year’s incredible Breaking Boundaries in Hospitality lineup.

Jon will join the Carrying the Weight of Excellence panel, bringing his perspective, leadership, and experience to an important conversation about the future of hospitality.

This year’s lineup is filled with powerful voices, industry leaders, advocates, and changemakers who are ready to inspire, challenge, and move the conversation forward.

There is still time to get your tickets!

Join us Monday, June 8th at Big Night Live in Boston.

Get your tickets today, https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0100646D9A9FCABD

Mass Restaurants United was recently featured on Cityline for an important conversation about the challenges facing the ...
05/25/2026

Mass Restaurants United was recently featured on Cityline for an important conversation about the challenges facing the restaurant and hospitality industry.

Executive Director Jen Ziskin and restaurateur Chompon Boonnak discussed the economic pressures, workforce challenges, and human capital issues impacting restaurants right now.

This conversation highlights why MRU’s work matters: advocating for restaurant owners, workers, and hospitality leaders while building real solutions for a stronger industry.

Watch the full segment here:
https://youtu.be/V2CitGNyiVo?si=OyGp2daJ4lqoGwlx

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