Leonard's Brides Please Come In...

August04 Posted: May 23, 2004 11:15 PM

Leonard's Brides Please Come In...

Even though we all know that it is customary to tip both the bridal attendant and maitre d', was anyone reminded of this when they went to finalize their menu?

Spitzergirl Posted: May 23, 2004 11:20 PM

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Do you mean gratuity...& taxes? I was told it was not included in the bill.

Stacey04 Posted: May 23, 2004 11:21 PM

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I came in b.c I;m a Leonards bride, but since I;m not till November, I can't help you

But I think when we discussed pricing and what not in the beginning it wasn't even mentioned? Was it mentioned for you then? maybe I just forgot.

August04 Posted: May 24, 2004 08:40 AM

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Spitzergirl: I meant the additional tip at the end of the night.

I was at Leonards this weekend and the person who handles the menus, felt that he had to remind fh and I that, 'it was customary to tip the bridal attendant and maitre d'. I felt it was very unprofessional and wanted to verify that they say this to a11 their brides.

ikasse02 Posted: May 24, 2004 10:37 AM

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I got that even when I was looking at places. It didn't bother me. I would be pissed if the attendant of M'D said it to me though...

PS - I also heard you should tip the Banquet Manager...

yikes

Spitzergirl Posted: May 24, 2004 11:07 AM

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If there is tipping going on, I will tell my fh to tip them. I have an appt. this coming Saturday..and I will pay particular attention to this....

THanks for the heads up!!!!

chichila15 Posted: May 24, 2004 11:12 AM

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I was told by Leonard's to tip the Maitre'D upon signing the contract. And now the bridal attendant, too? Sheesh! We're not made out of $$$! However, I was told because I asked about tipping.

It is pretty unprofessional for them to ask you to tip, because it's not required, but greatly appreciated. I wonder if there was a bad experience recently.

August04 Posted: May 24, 2004 11:27 AM

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Posted by chichila15

I wonder if there was a bad experience recently.

Actually, we did have a bad experience with them this weekend. Although I won't mention his name, the person who handles arrangements with the menus was very arrogant and rude. Since the minute we walked in his office the man lacked 'customer service skills' (to put it nicely).

I'm not here to bash Leonards, I'm simply sharing my experience. Thanks

sunshine&jules Posted: May 24, 2004 11:47 AM

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I priced Leonard's also and felt that it was a bit commercial, such as a wedding factory. There was lines of couples waiting to see them. And i felt they rushed us out. Leonard's isnt how it used to be anymore - 10 years ago when my sis got married. I was there this month for my cousins wedding and was a bit disappointed with the service and food, the filet mingon does not look like filet mingon. I dont want to bash them but its just my opinion and preferences.

j_dancer_44 Posted: May 24, 2004 11:22 PM

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I saw many halls and went with leonards. They were the nicest and most helpful. There is also a reason why alot of people go there. Would you rather book a place that no one goes to. The service that I received was the best. I saw alot of other halls and I could give alot of reasons why I didn't pick them. I'm not going to say anything bad about anyone else's hall because I don't think it's right. Just my opinion.

chichila15 Posted: May 25, 2004 07:57 AM

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j_dancer_44 Re: Leonard's Brides Please Come In...

I saw many halls and went with leonards. They were the nicest and most helpful. There is also a reason why alot of people go there. Would you rather book a place that no one goes to. The service that I received was the best. I saw alot of other halls and I could give alot of reasons why I didn't pick them. I'm not going to say anything bad about anyone else's hall because I don't think it's right. Just my opinion.

I completely agree! One shouldn't talk bad about someone else's hall - because it's not right. That opinion (bashing) should be keep to oneself.

I, too, saw many halls, and was 'sold' to Leonard's because they were very helpful, and let's face it, the place is beautiful... but I won't bash the other spots I visited... it's not right, and it's not me.

azoodie Posted: May 25, 2004 08:02 AM

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sorry to pitch in here but...

i loved leonards!! we went there for a part not to long ago. food was excellent!! the place was beautiful...i dunno, i loved it!

suven Posted: May 25, 2004 08:19 AM

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It was mentioned to us when we SIGNED the contract. We were told that it was optional.

No one mentioned it during the final prep. But, that could be because I kept negotiating other things and they could tell that I would not be throwing around extra money to random people.

August04 Posted: May 25, 2004 09:11 AM

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Again, no one is bashing someone else's hall. We're using Leonards as well and never had a problem with the sales manager that we've been dealing with.

These boards are to share both good and bad experiences. Therefore, no one really has to agree with our encounter. If you don't like or agree with my statement, ignore it!

sunshine&jules Posted: May 25, 2004 09:55 AM

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True. August 04. It was just an experience.

Spitzergirl Posted: May 28, 2004 10:59 AM

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Going to talk to the mangaer....in Leonards..this weekend...

wish me luck!!!!!

Thanks!!!!

chichila15 Posted: May 28, 2004 11:12 AM

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Good luck! And as always... let us know how it went.

Spitzergirl Posted: May 28, 2004 11:16 AM

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I do believe the gratuity...is the tipping for the staff.

Yes, I will let you know how it goes...

Plus, I want to know if there are any parks in the area...that I can take free pics.

OR

Maybe, I will have to get a permit to be on the premise.

chichila15 Posted: May 28, 2004 11:21 AM

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Posted by Spitzergirl

Plus, I want to know if there are any parks in the area...that I can take free pics.

OR

Maybe, I will have to get a permit to be on the premise.

OH YES! that I definitely want to know, too! Good job, girl! lol

BillysBride Posted: May 28, 2004 12:13 PM

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I went yesterday to have a final with Ian. He was nice and explained things to us. We also didn't know that we had a Maitre'D and Bridal Attendant. He didn't say anything about having to tip them, but I guess it goes w/o saying. I would have been offended if he would have said anything.
But I agree that there's a lot of money going out in tips that day, besides all that we're spending on everything else!