Anchor tent & table

What Anchor tent & table does

Anchor Tent & Table is the event-rental division of Clambakes, Etc., which operates as the catering arm of Osterville Fish, a Cape Cod business founded by Paul Dean in 1998. The company rents tents, tables, chairs, linens, lighting, and dance floors for weddings, corporate events, and private parties across New England, with a primary concentration on Cape Cod and surrounding coastal markets. Manager Jason has run the rental operation since 2008, and the business is privately held and bootstrapped with no external funding disclosed.

The company extends beyond pure rentals into integrated catering and hospitality services. Product lines include traditional New England clambakes priced at $47-$75 per person, BBQ catering at $41-$47 per person, raw bar service, and a craft cocktail offering delivered through a MixnMuddle partnership. Operational staff hold TIPS alcohol-service and HACCP food-safety certifications, and events are scaled for groups of 20 to 500+ guests across a network of more than 200 partner venues.

Revenue is generated through per-event rental pricing and per-person catering charges on a project basis. The go-to-market is relationship-driven via venue partnerships, third-party wedding platforms such as WeddingWire and The Knot, and referrals, with no software platform, online booking engine, or disclosed financial metrics. The business operates as a regional specialist rather than a scaled national operator, with seasonal exposure tied to the Cape Cod event calendar.

Name

Anchor tent & table

Legal name

Clambakes Etc.

Website

https://anchortent.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Catering and Rental Services

NAICS

General Rental Centers (5323), Caterers (722320), Food Service Contractors (722310)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)

akta.pro primary industry

Tent & Canopy Rentals (HSACAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Event Furniture Rentals (Tables, Chairs, Lounge) (HSACAFAB), Corporate Event Rentals (Furniture, Staging, Tents) (HSACADAI), Catering Equipment, Rentals & Setup (Non-decor) (HSACAGAL)

Keywords

• Event tent rentals
• Wedding catering services
• Clambake catering
• Party equipment rentals
• Event rental services

Headquarters

HQ city

Sandwich

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Clambake Catering (Per Person): Per-person pricing for clambake catering services including lobsters, clams, mussels, chowder, and sides. Two service styles: pot-style (more affordable, portable) and pit-style (traditional, higher priced due to more staffing/time required). Minimum guest requirements apply.
2. BBQ Catering (Per Person): Per-person pricing for on-site BBQ catering with choice of protein mains, homemade sides, and included desserts. Volume-based pricing tiers with lower rates for larger groups.
3. Tent and Party Rentals: Rental income from tents, tables, chairs, linens, lighting, and dance floors for events. Part of Anchor Tent and Table brand.
4. Bar Services: Bartending services priced per person for beer and wine or full bar service. Includes TIPS-certified bartenders, liability insurance, ice, cups, and supplies. Additional charges for glassware.
5. Raw Bars and Extras: Additional catering add-ons including raw bar boats, appetizers, kids meals, and desserts. Setup and breakdown services for tables and chair arrangements also available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Anchor Tent & Table rents tents (sailcloth, rope, frame), tables, chairs, linens, lighting, and dance floors for events, delivered and set up at customer venues across New England. As part of Clambakes, Etc., it bundles these rentals with on-site catering services including pot-style and pit-style clambakes, BBQ, raw bar, and bar staffing for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. The company handles everything from setup through cleanup as a single full-service provider.

Product overview

Anchor Tent & Table is a full-service event rental division of Clambakes, Etc., operating alongside the company's catering services. The core offering comprises tent rentals (sailcloth, rope, and frame tents) and party rentals (farm tables, traditional tables, chairs, linens, lighting, dance floors). Clambakes, Etc. provides catering through pot-style and pit-style clambakes, BBQ services, bar services (including MixnMuddle craft cocktails), and raw bar offerings. Services target weddings, corporate events, and celebrations across New England.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Anchor Tent and Table: Full-service tent and party rental division of Clambakes, Etc., specializing in tent selection, setup, and event rentals including tables, chairs, linens, lighting, and dance floors.

Products and services

• Anchor Tent & Table (Tent and Party Rentals) Full-service event rental division specializing in tent selection, setup, and comprehensive party rentals including tables, chairs, linens, lighting, and dance floors for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.
• Tent Rentals Rental tents including sailcloth tents (pole tents with sailcloth material and wooden poles), rope tents (supported by center poles and perimeter stakes), and frame tents (free-standing aluminum frame tents with open interior space and no pole or stake requirements).
• Party Rentals Rental items for events including farm tables, traditional tables, cross-back chairs, table linens, lighting, and dance floors to complete event setup.
• Pot-Style Clambake Modern clambake served from portable pots, requiring no firepit. Menu includes 1-1/4 lb. hardshell lobsters, steak, or BBQ chicken, plus chowder, steamers, mussels, linguica, corn, potatoes, and coleslaw. Minimum 20 guests; $55/person for 40-74 guests, $50/person for 75-149, $47/person for 150+.
• Pit-Style Clambake Traditional New England beach-style clambake using a firepit with rocks and seaweed. Same menu as pot-style. Requires 50+ guests; $75/person for 50-99 guests, $65/person for 100+.
• Bar & Bar Staff Services Full-service bartending with TIPS-certified bartenders. Beer & wine service at $8/person for 50+ guests (minimum $500 for under 50); full bar available. Maximum 5 hours of alcohol service per Massachusetts law.
• Raw Bar Raw seafood bar featuring native oysters, littleneck clams, chilled shrimp cocktail served on ice in a six-foot boat, Jonah crab claws, and lobster tails. Includes cocktail sauce, fresh lemons, and paper plates.
• BBQ Services On-site barbecue catering with smoked, hearty Cape Cod-meets-classic-barbecue flavor. Menu options include chicken quarters, baby back ribs, bourbon steak tips, pulled pork, Italian sausage, hot dogs, and hamburgers. Starting at $47/person for 40-75 guests, $44/person for 75-150, $41/person for 150+.
• Appetizers & Extras Additional menu items including fruit & cheese boards, lobster salad sliders, grilled bruschetta, caprese skewers, beef tenderloin crostini, and more. Also offers kids meals and desserts including strawberry shortcake, whoopie pies, and s'mores station.
• Clambake Weddings New England clambake wedding catering with pot-style or beach/pit-style options. Includes raw bar add-ons, bar services, waitstaff, tent rentals, and tables for full-service wedding catering.
• Corporate Events Catering Catered clambakes for Boston business events and corporate gatherings, from downtown dining rooms to large tent settings. Includes clambake luncheons or dinners to celebrate success, reward sales teams, or impress clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served parties from 20 to 500+ guests across New England
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Professional Bartending ServiceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFull-service beverage catering company based on Cape Cod serving parties of any size. Recommended to customers when Clambakes, Etc. is not licensed to sell alcohol and a cash bar is needed. Contact: 508-540-7724.
• Boston's Best Bartending ServiceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFull-service bartending company serving Boston, Metro West, and North Shore areas. Recommended for events outside Cape Cod and South Shore coverage area.
• The Pour GuysminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProfessional bartending service providing fun and professional drink experience. Contact: 774-283-1104. Recommended for events requiring cash bar or additional bartending support.
• MixnMuddlecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremier bartender staffing service for Clambakes, Etc. MixnMuddle provides TIPS-certified bartenders, draft beer, craft cocktails, wine, and professional glassware for events. Located at mixandmuddlema.com with dedicated landing page on Clambakes, Etc. website.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Sperry Tents: National sailcloth and pole tent rental company serving weddings and events. Directly comparable to Anchor's sailcloth and rope tent offerings and premium event positioning.
• Mahaffey Tent & Event Rentals: Large tent and event rental company offering frame, sailcloth, and clear-top tents plus full party rental inventory. Mirrors Anchor's tent plus party rental bundle.
• Peak Event Services: Full-service tent and event rental operator with frame, pole, and structure tents across the U.S. Comparable scope and customer profile to Anchor Tent & Table.
• Big Sky Tent & Event Services: Event rental company specializing in tents, tables, chairs, lighting, and flooring. Direct competitor in the party rental bundle Anchor sells.
• Classic Tents & Events: Specialist in elegant pole and sailcloth tents for upscale weddings. Comparable to Anchor's high-end wedding tent installation work at venues like Heritage Museums and Cape Cod Winery.
• Tents For Rent: Northeast tent and event rental provider with frame, pole, and structure tents. Comparable inventory and customer base in the same geography as Anchor.

Regional players

• The Catered Affair: Boston-based full-service catering company for weddings and corporate events in New England. Comparable catering-plus-event-coordination offering to Anchor/Clambakes, Etc. in the same regional market.
• Capers Caterers: Established New England caterer serving weddings, corporate and social events. Comparable to the catering arm (Clambakes, Etc.) within Anchor's parent structure.
• Coastal Catering & Events: Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts event caterer serving weddings and private events. Comparable to Clambakes, Etc. for the local clambake and seafood catering category.

Broad incumbents

• PSAV / Encore Event Technologies: Large-scale event technology, staging, and rental provider for corporate events and hotels. Adjacent incumbent providing tents, lighting, and staging, overlapping with portions of Anchor's rental fleet.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/clambakesetc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/anchor-tent-and-table

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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