What do I ask?

FH & I are going to look at some halls this weekend

But I have no clue what questions am I suppose to ask.

Please help!!!!!!

Found this on the site:

QUESTIONS:

Hall:


Date Visited:


Contact:


Phone #:


Address:


Dates Available:


Capacity:


Minimum for room:


Table Size (number):


Table shape:


Maximum Number of Tables for room:


Dimensions of Dance Floor:


Dimensions of Room:


Separate Cocktail Room:



How early can bridal party arrive?

Is the hall handicap accessible?


When can vendors arrive to set up?


Bridal Suite size & location:


Number of Concurrent Events:


If more than one event: separate bathroom facilities?


Liquor – top shelf? (Names?)


Is Champagne included throughout the reception?


Are candles allowed?


In-house Wedding Planner?


Photography/Florist – recommendations?


Can we use others vendors?


Any fee for outside vendors?


Insurance requirements for vendors?


Does hall need proof of insurance?


Wedding Cake included?


Any limitations on flavors/fillings?


Cake cutting charge for outside cakes? If so ask that it be reduced or eliminated
Can I have my own cake cutter?


Number of Entrée Options:


Can we have a tasting?


When is final menu picked?


Any decorations included?


Do we get a credit if not using centerpieces? How much?


Linen colors:


Ratio of Guests/Servers:


Bridal attendant included?


Number of Bars and Bartenders:


Coat Room and Rest Room Attendants?


Is cost included?


Valet – included or additional?


Overtime charges:


Price per person:


How much are vendor meals?


Are kids half price?


What ages?


Any limit on number of half price kids?


Vendors included in minimum?


Are kids included in minimum?


Gratuity/service charge – is it a set fee? Is it distributed amongst all of the workers?


grat/Service charge % (number):


Is grat/service charge taxed:


Hotel recommendations:


Church recommendations:


Direction cards provided? (Get a copy for file)


Deposit amount:


Method of payment:


Payment schedule and is a courtesy reminder sent?


Any tasting events or showcases before we book?


Can we see photos of hall in different seasons (get copies for file)


Timing for final head count:


Can we upgrade if under minimum (no wasted dinners) i.e., cordials or upgrade entrees?


Cancellation and refund policy:


Smoking area?


Any renovations planned?


What/When?


Expected completion date?



WEATHER QUESTIONS (if it will be Winter!):

Plowing?

Cancellation policy due to extreme weather?



***Do not forget to check out the bathrooms:
***Take digital pics of the rooms and grounds for file.

Crap! I think I need to print this out and go back to my hall!!

Very detailed list!!!!

I would also ask if they have names or contact info of former brides who were married at that same RH in the past 3-6 months who you can contact to get first hand opinions.

This board has been really invaluable. If you spend a few hours searching all the posts on this board, going back to the year 2000-2001, you can get a lot of solid information about specific reception halls and experiences..

HTH.

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Posted by Lsorrent

Found this on the site:

QUESTIONS:

Hall:


Date Visited:


Contact:


Phone #:


Address:


Dates Available:


Capacity:


Minimum for room:


Table Size (number):


Table shape:


Maximum Number of Tables for room:


Dimensions of Dance Floor:


Dimensions of Room:


Separate Cocktail Room:



How early can bridal party arrive?

Is the hall handicap accessible?


When can vendors arrive to set up?


Bridal Suite size & location:


Number of Concurrent Events:


If more than one event: separate bathroom facilities?


Liquor – top shelf? (Names?)


Is Champagne included throughout the reception?


Are candles allowed?


In-house Wedding Planner?


Photography/Florist – recommendations?


Can we use others vendors?


Any fee for outside vendors?


Insurance requirements for vendors?


Does hall need proof of insurance?


Wedding Cake included?


Any limitations on flavors/fillings?


Cake cutting charge for outside cakes? If so ask that it be reduced or eliminated
Can I have my own cake cutter?


Number of Entrée Options:


Can we have a tasting?


When is final menu picked?


Any decorations included?


Do we get a credit if not using centerpieces? How much?


Linen colors:


Ratio of Guests/Servers:


Bridal attendant included?


Number of Bars and Bartenders:


Coat Room and Rest Room Attendants?


Is cost included?


Valet – included or additional?


Overtime charges:


Price per person:


How much are vendor meals?


Are kids half price?


What ages?


Any limit on number of half price kids?


Vendors included in minimum?


Are kids included in minimum?


Gratuity/service charge – is it a set fee? Is it distributed amongst all of the workers?


grat/Service charge % (number):


Is grat/service charge taxed:


Hotel recommendations:


Church recommendations:


Direction cards provided? (Get a copy for file)


Deposit amount:


Method of payment:


Payment schedule and is a courtesy reminder sent?


Any tasting events or showcases before we book?


Can we see photos of hall in different seasons (get copies for file)


Timing for final head count:


Can we upgrade if under minimum (no wasted dinners) i.e., cordials or upgrade entrees?


Cancellation and refund policy:


Smoking area?


Any renovations planned?


What/When?


Expected completion date?



WEATHER QUESTIONS (if it will be Winter!):

Plowing?

Cancellation policy due to extreme weather?



***Do not forget to check out the bathrooms:
***Take digital pics of the rooms and grounds for file.

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WOW! Thank you so much!!! I would of never asked half these questions haha!

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Posted by FutureMrsLMS

I would also ask if they have names or contact info of former brides who were married at that same RH in the past 3-6 months who you can contact to get first hand opinions.

This board has been really invaluable. If you spend a few hours searching all the posts on this board, going back to the year 2000-2001, you can get a lot of solid information about specific reception halls and experiences..

HTH.

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Good Idea! Thank you!

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Posted by lwells10904

Crap! I think I need to print this out and go back to my hall!!

Very detailed list!!!!

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LOL It is! I just printed it!

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Posted by Soon2BeMrsP

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Posted by lwells10904

Crap! I think I need to print this out and go back to my hall!!

Very detailed list!!!!

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LOL It is! I just printed it!

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So did I, this list is fabulous! I'm gonna call my BM and bug the crap out of her!

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Posted by MrsHazel2B

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Posted by Soon2BeMrsP

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Posted by lwells10904

Crap! I think I need to print this out and go back to my hall!!

Very detailed list!!!!

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LOL It is! I just printed it!

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So did I, this list is fabulous! I'm gonna call my BM and bug the crap out of her!

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haha good luck with that!! :0)

I'm going to check out the hall around the same date I'm getting married this year to check out what everything looks like. Going to bug the BM with some of the questions I didn't ask that were on this list.

Thanks for providing this!!!!!