For a company holiday party in Arlington, Mercury Chophouse – Arlington offers the Boardroom, a private room seating 8 to 20 at one long table, or semi-private seating for up to 28, on the ninth floor of 2221 E Lamar Blvd with windows over the Entertainment District. A food and beverage minimum applies and is quoted in the written proposal.
Last confirmed: September 2026
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Capacity, in one table
The first question for any office party is whether everyone fits. Mercury Chophouse – Arlington has one private room and a semi-private arrangement, and the numbers are firm.
| Space | Seats | Setup | Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boardroom | 8 to 20 | One long table, frosted glass door, large screen with AV, windows over the district | One check |
| Semi-private | Up to 28 | A section of the dining room set aside for the group | One check |
| General dining, 12 or more | By reservation | Tables in the main room | One check; no split checks |
A party larger than 28 is not something the restaurant publishes a plan for. Send the request anyway and describe the group; the answer comes in writing. The holiday party venue page covers the room in more detail.
Booking lead time by month
December is the fullest month for the Boardroom. These are recommendations, not restaurant rules, based on how private rooms fill in a district that also hosts stadium events through the winter.
| Party date | Recommended inquiry by | Why |
|---|---|---|
| First two weeks of December, weeknight | Mid-October | Weeknights are the most available and the most affordable way to meet the minimum |
| Any Friday or Saturday in December | Early October | Fridays and Saturdays go first, and the dining room fills early |
| The week before Christmas | Early October | The most requested week; Christmas Day 2026 is a Friday and holiday hours are confirmed each year by phone |
| A January thank-you dinner | Early December | Far more open; a good option if December is gone |
| Any Sunday | Not available | The restaurant is closed on Sunday |
Menu format and minimums
Private dining menus can be tailored to fit the group, which in practice means a set menu with a few choices per course so the kitchen can serve 20 people at once. Steaks, the seared sea bass and chicken saltimbocca are the usual anchors, and a vegetarian plate can be built from sides and salads if you flag it in advance. The private dining menus page explains how the tiers work.
All parties of 10 or more meet a food and beverage minimum based on party size. The dollar figure is not published; it is quoted in the written proposal along with deposit terms. A 20% gratuity is added for parties of six or more, and the room is presented as one check.
What a December evening looks like from the ninth floor
Sunset in Arlington falls around 5:25 PM in December, so a party seated at 5:30 or 6:00 PM starts with the last of the light and moves into the district lit below: Globe Life Field, AT&T Stadium and the Six Flags tower. The Boardroom’s own windows face the same view. On select evenings a pianist plays the grand piano in the main room; ask when you inquire if music matters.
The tower offers free garage and outdoor parking every night. The dress code is business casual, which suits an office group coming straight from work: collared shirts, unripped jeans and tailored trousers are fine; hoodies, caps and athletic wear are not.
How to send the inquiry
Use the event inquiry form and include the date with a backup, the expected headcount, a rough per-person budget, whether you need the screen for a slideshow or awards, and any dietary needs. The private dining team responds within 48 hours with a proposal.
If your party is in the 21 to 28 range, say so plainly; the semi-private option is how the room handles it. If a gift exchange or your own decorations are part of the plan, ask about them in the same message rather than on the night.
Book a Table
Reserve on the ninth floor at Mercury Chophouse – Arlington. Choose a date and time below, or call 817-381-1157.
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Open Monday to Thursday 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday 4 PM to 10 PM. Closed Sunday. 2221 E Lamar Blvd, Suite 910, Arlington, TX 76006.
Frequently asked questions
Can Mercury Chophouse hold a holiday party for 25 people?
Yes, as a semi-private group. The Boardroom itself seats 8 to 20 at one table, and semi-private options extend to 28. State the exact number in your request so the team assigns the right setup. Groups of 10 or more meet a food and beverage minimum quoted in the proposal.
When should I book a December office party in Arlington?
Send the inquiry by early October for a Friday or Saturday or the week before Christmas, and by mid-October for an early-December weeknight. The private dining team replies within 48 hours, and a January dinner is the fallback if your first-choice dates are gone.
Is there a room rental fee for the Boardroom?
No rental fee is published. The restaurant states that parties of 10 or more meet a food and beverage minimum based on party size, and the written proposal sets out that minimum along with deposit and cancellation terms. Ask for the full terms before you sign.
Can we use the screen for a slideshow or year-end awards?
The Boardroom has a fully integrated AV system and a large screen, which is the reason many companies choose it over a restaurant with only a back room. Tell the team what you plan to show and how you will connect so the setup is confirmed in the proposal.
Can our holiday party be on a Sunday?
No. Sunday is the day the restaurant does not open at all. Saturday runs from 4 PM to 10 PM, Friday until 10 PM, and Monday through Thursday until 9 PM. Holiday-week hours are confirmed each year, so call 817-381-1157 if your date falls near Christmas or New Year's Eve.