Catering Hall ideas ? HELP !

When are you planning on getting married? It may help to call in advance and see if they have time frame available when you want to get married, just to save yourself the running around only to find the dates arent available. I looked at San Souci and it was so pretty. I heard the food is really good too. But it doesnt really hold more than 120-130 comfortably. We are having our reception at Milleridge so obviously I am pleased with what I know of them so far. You have to guarantee a certain amount (or pay a room fee if you cant) or they can partition off the Cottage and have a concurrent party going on (we were able to cover the minimum) or if your wedding is going to be small they also have the carriage house. Try the Search feature on this chat board using any of these places as a keyword. You will probably find alot of info that way. I do not know the others you are thinking about although I have to laugh at your comment re: the swan Club. I had my prom there too... Good Luck

I agree. I went to a wedding there last August and it was phenomenal - very beautiful, great food, one of the prettiest settings I've seen in a long time. Good luck.

My groomsmen are paying $153...my fiancee is in a wedding in August and he is paying $149. They are just expensive, unless you go with all the standards (vest, shoes)

Try "The Snapper Inn" in Oakdale. That's where we had ours. It's right on the water. The ceremony was outside and the ceremony was in a big white tent. They have heat lamps for your October wedding

Thanks everone for the input...I have no idea on tux $ cuz we haven't done that ourselves yet. Not to mention, it's on HIS list of things to do...not mine :-)

I'm sure there are no lack of suggestions for places, but I will defend mine until I die....Land's End in Sayville...give them a call...and ask for Lesley....unbelievable food (people said it was the best food they've had at a wedding EVER!), amazing service, beautiful place, outdoor/indoor, doesn't matter....and the greatest staff (the bridal suite staff was so courteous and attentive, you felt like queen for a day!).... 631-589-1888 or www.landsendweddings.com....

I feel like a commercial Good Luck!

I agree it's tacky to ask for a gift, but to come to a wedding in this day and age without a gift is twice as tacky....this was not a "football reception" like they had in the 1940s...this was a nice elegant affair that cost an arm and a leg.....luckily we made 100% of the reception costs, but not really much of anything else back...if it wasn't for the generosity of my parents....

I am booked at Chateau La Mer in Lindenhurst and I love it. We went to numerous other halls. I think it really depends on the atmosphere you are looking for. We really wanted something on or near the water (plus we come to the cocktail hour by boat). It's all in the ambiance. I didn't like Sans Souci because it was difficult to find and it advertised water nearby but it is across the street and over a busy road. Again, it depends on what you are looking for. Pricewise, I think they are around the same depending on time of year, day and time.

If you have any questions specifically about Chateau such as price, and what I'm getting e-mail me and I'll tell you.

No magic potions here ( I wish I had some I'd split it with you) Just best wishes.