Day Block Event Center- catering, alcohol

arieltrangle

Has anyone had a wedding reception here or attended one?  I haven't been able to find any review or information from people who have used this place in the past.  I was able to find their price information and some pictures.  Apparently you can bring in your own food and alcohol which seems like it will be a nice way to save.


Also in general do people think its cheaper to spend a little more on a prettier reception place requiring less decorating or go for a real cheap reception hall and spend more on decorations? 

Lastly (sorry this is long) does anyone recommend a cheaper caterer?  As for alcohol how have folks done a bring your liquor for a reception in terms of serving and what you brought.

Thanks so much!

tpender13

I've never been there, but for us, it was worth it to pay our venue to do everything. We had our ceremony and reception at a hotel, and that's where all of our guests stayed. Going the route of finding a barebones place and bringing everything inn ourselves could potentially have saved money, but it's more than we wanted to deal with and we got a good deal through the hotel, so we were happy.

kelly6509

Our wedding is at Day Block in November and we love this place because of the food and alcohol situation. We are using Deco Catering for the food- very reasonable! and are buying the booze and having friends bartend. We're not big drinkers, so for us this is the most economical way to have alcohol present without having a huge bar minimum to meet. (We'll only end up spending about $600 for our 100 guests). 

arieltrangle

Thanks ladies!

joeyandersen

If you had your reception in the main room, how many did you comfortably seat?  Did you still have room (in the main room) for the bartender, dj, and dancing?

ddifab

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[QUOTE]Our wedding is at Day Block in November and we love this place because of the food and alcohol situation. We are using Deco Catering for the food- very reasonable! and are buying the booze and having friends bartend. We're not big drinkers, so for us this is the most economical way to have alcohol present without having a huge bar minimum to meet. (We'll only end up spending about $600 for our 100 guests). 
Posted by kelly6509[/QUOTE]<div>
</div><div>Hi - we are looking at this venue and would love the option to bring our own alcohol.  Did you have to obtain a liquor license to do this or since you are not selling it, are you able to just serve it?

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