We picked pasta, pizza, southwest, mashed potato/mac n' cheese, and the street vendor station. Pamela Averette-Howard They knew exactly what they were doing and had a plan for everything. The Waterfall Catering & Special Events 3416 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE Map Phone www.waterfallbanquets.com Capacity: 500 people About The Waterfall Catering & Special Events The Waterfall is a wedding & events venue located in Claymont, Delaware. The only reason I gave them a two star was because the food was incredible (according to my guests, they took my plate before I could eat), and they do a lot of nice gestures in the beginning to welcome you (or a small bottle of champagne and a food platter when you sign your contract, etc. edding day so special and we couldn't have asked for a better person to work with! I wouldn't change a thing about our entire reception and wish we could relive it all over again. With new columns and fountains the photo opportunities are amazing. Even though you will be situated just a few minutes away from Philadelphia, you will feel as if you are in a tucked-away garden setting. . Spacious hall with natural light and a stage. I asked to give us any day so we don't use their busy day. Not only did David get his team aligned, but he also worked with our other vendors (DJ/MC, Photo/Videography, Photo Booth) to ensure a seamless transition from ceremony procession through all the reception activities. If you plan to have an amazing wedding where no stone is left unturned its the THE WATERFALL or nothing . assed away in a heart attack. It was so thoughtful of them to do that! I cant say one bad thing about this venue. The planning process was easy and a wedding planner from the waterfall walked with you every step of the way. It was a lot of money. I made a complaint that no one communicated this change with me, but it happened again with my second coordinator. "Any Occasion Party Planner". The food was plentiful, delish and hot! The evening of the rehearsal, they assumed we could rehearse in the cascade ballroom (which wasnt even our ballroom, but it was raining), but the clients who had a wedding in there didnt want us practicing with their decorations set up (I definitely dont blame them), but there was a prom in the grand ballroom, so we were told to rehearse outsidein the rain. You will not be disappointed! My wedding coordinator Nicoleta was phenomenal, I cant say enough great things about her. We had our own private bathroom in the ballroom just for our guests, along with the bar inside as well. As stated in your contract, all deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. XOXO. The food tasting was so much fun and they give you SO MANY options to choose from, and each entre is incredible! This venue is beyond beautiful!! General Manager But it was still so beautiful! From bridal party to guest the energy and excitement through the night never faded!! I truly enjoyed working with you and your family. I nicely asked them if they can either give us other date of their choice to do some other function. Weddings. The amount of food during the cocktail hour was incredible. This was the very first venue I looked at but still wanted to look at a few others to see what else was out there. They are top notch when it comes to executing your perfect wedding. It was a relief to know that every situation was handled, and professionally at that! My wife wanted to be married as a QUEEN and thanks to The We were very happy with the service provided, and especially the friendliness and flexibility of the staff. Please consider this venue if you are in MD, Philly or DE. It is a beautiful space and all of our guests went on and on about how wonderful the day was. Get the short rib ravioli, prime rib, and crab crusted scallops! She truly made our experience magical and helped us with every little detail the night of the wedding. They are so professional. Both in the cocktail hour and in the bridal suite. Every question we had she answered right away. Amanda was my wedding attendant who served me well on my wedding day. Jessy was amazing!- she has a very relaxed and calm demeanor which helps to balance out the craziness that every bride feels prior to their wedding. LEGIT SUSHI. By clicking 'Send', I agree to WeddingWires Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. There was lots of great spots outside for pictures. When we arrived, we "bumped" into Rachel Cotton. Many of the guests thought the cocktail hour was the dinner! I did provide photos and instructions with said decor, but I cannot tell you what an amazing job they did with set up! The venue is beautiful, the food is amazing and the staff is top notch. My guest left saying this was the best wedding they ever attended! Send me a couple of those outdoor shots when you get a chance. Our coordinator Adriana and the manager Dan were extremely helpful in getting everyt Getting married in the middle of a pandemic was made easy due to the amazing staff at The Waterfall! This intimate escape can also be used for bridal showers, engagement parties, and receptions. These two went above and beyond from the minute I first contacted them, answered my one million emails so prompt Everyone at The Watferfall was so nice and helpful with planning our wedding (and re-planning due to COVID-19). Life just simply gets in the way. We couldn't have picked a better place to spend our special day. They both made it so effortless a we only had to worry about saying our vows and have fun. they knew who we were and greeted us by name with hugs and handshakes. and how amazing it was! Not only is the most unprofessional establishment I've ever encountered, the staff are unsavory and hostile and I would never recommend for anyone to spend $20,000 for FILTH. -the owner The night flowed perfectly and we didn't miss a beat on anything. Throughout the wedding planning process, we kept in touch with David, and bounced ideas with him on what our vision was for the day. The cocktail room is elegant, well laid out, and FILLED with food! The food, cake, dessert (which had 6 stations), open bar, wedding planning, decorating, cleanup, gratuity and NO tax was all included in the price per person. The Waterfall did an amazing job with every aspect of the wedding. First and foremost, I have family members with extreme allergies - to which I spoke with every coordinator (all 4), the head chef (Neil), 1 of the owners (Marcus), as well as my Aunt called and spoke to the chef - at $150/head - I was guaranteed that the would have specialized meal and would be able to eat that night - Needless to say, the waitress looked at my Aunt and Cousin like they had 2 heads that night, said she would talk to the chef, NEVER came back to advise anything AND they NEVER received their meals. I am so pleased to hear that you were happy with everything! Plan your wedding wherever and whenever you want on the WeddingWire App. I am so very grateful to the staff for making our weeding so unbelievably memorable! Everyone we met and worked with at the Waterfall, from the owner, the manager, our maitre d', and the caterers, were all so professional and gracious and truly made our experience so pleasurable and special. Rachael was extraordinary, she put up with me the whole time, helping me throughout the whole process and making it easier for me since I am in Nursing School. They were very responsive but once money was fully paid in advance, they were less responsive. Located 30 minutes outside of Philadelphia. It was elegant yet so fun. When speaking with the owner, he was rude and unhelpful. Once we completed the tour we were seated in our "sales desk" room. ithout confirming a time to meet we called the office to setup a tour. Want fog covering the floor? However, the best time to visit Delaware Waterfalls is spring and fall - when you can enjoy beautiful waterfalls amongst the beautiful foliage. It was a pleasure working with you, Chris and your families. The Waterfall did. I have done one wedding there and am schedule for another wedding for 2018. Our guests have not stopped talking about the food, both how much was offered and how good it was! She was available at anytime to help me plan and RyeNeysa, thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your kind words! job so much easier! The Waterfall Catering & Special Events - Venue - Claymont, DE - WeddingWire in The Waterfall Catering & Special Events 4.8 Excellent 143 reviews Claymont, DE Visit website $14k - $17k For 100 Guests Up to 300 guests Availability Contact for Availability Responds within 24 hours Request pricing About FAQs Reviews 143 Real Weddings 5 Network > Brett and Maxine, in particular, were shining stars and made our day spectacular! Even though you will be situated just a few minutes away from Philadelphia, you will feel as if you are in a tucked-away garden setting.. $14k - $17k 300 Request pricing Couples have the freedom to choose their own vendors. Our guests were blown away with all of the appetizer, and dessert stations. Thank you so much! Wedding consult, Nicole, was on top of all the preparations, making sure things ran smoothly and was very patient with my many questions. Thank You, This venue is well worth the money for everything to be so great! The food that we did taste was very tasty. I'm so happy with the way my wedding turned out! The staff was wonderful and so attentive. I had never heard of the Waterfall until I started going to bridal shows. The venue is VERY BEAUTIFUL and worth the money. We asked for any date. Their service was impeccable and many of our guests called and texted us to tell us they remembered some of their server's names and even left them tips. ication, professionalism and flexibility were evident in every interaction but especially in the results. Never in my dreams could I have imagined a more beautiful wedding!! I can't speak highly enough of this venue. I never even had time to worry, because Jessy handled everything. id before, never hesitate to reach out for anything! From the first visit, I was in love with this place! We would have liked to tasted the cake when it was cut. For the amount paid, the service should have been much better. If you are considering the Waterfall book it! We were also so surprised by the stunning flower tribute to my daughter. We had two people assisting us all night after Ashley left and I want to give them a special shout out, as well. Quinn, the matre d, and Ryan, the bridal attendant, were amazing; they were everywhere (usually with champagne), making sure you had exactly what you needed. Everyone raved about the food and how fantastic everything turned out! I told my guests beforehand how many cocktail hour and dessert options there were going to be, however they did not expect to get what they did. This place has one main goal, and that is to host an amazing wedding. But we were practically on top of each other. Plenty of food and great drinks! Their names were Amanda and Anna. Everything was set up just as I imagined and I brought in a lot of stuff! Definitely consider this place for your wedding. The Waterfall Catering and Special Events or The Waterfall is located in Claymont, Delaware. It is an absolutely gorgeous ballroom! It did not stop them from making sure we had an the time of our life. Words cannot express how AMAZING AND PERFECT it was. I gave 4 out 5 stars. You will not be disappointed!!!! The office had setup an appointment for us for 2pm on 9/2/18. It felt like we had a million dollar wedding. This venue goes above and beyond to make your wedding night a dream come true! There were soooo many dessert options it was inane. Juniper by Tonic is a unique event venue in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Delaware. I recently got married at The Waterfall on a Thursday (like many venues, its l more affordable on weekdays). I highly recommend Matt (Day of Manager), Nicoleta (Coordinator), and Amanda (Bridal Attendent) for your big day! We can't say enough about the service, staff and food, it is top of the line! Whether on location or in the comfort of your home or office, the Waterfall Banquet delivers superior. They make sure every single detail is perfect. coordinator quit, no one told me until I called to file a complaint against her for no responses for almost 45 days, this just three months prior to my wedding. I had my wedding at The Waterfall on 9/6/2018 in the Our decorations accompanied by the borrowed items from the venue made the Cascade Room look absolutely amazing. If you are debating of where to have your wedding ceremony, reception or even party I wouldn't hesitate and tell you to book at The Waterfall. Really breatht My wedding was on 9/14/18 and as far as the food and the staff that day - all was great. Jessica stepped right in and made sure everything went smoothly. So many options our guests raved about for weeks after the wedding. Any time I'd call or send an email, she was very prompt at responding and would ask the owners for further clarification if there was something she couldn't answer for us on the spot. Juniper by Tonic is well-equipped to handle elaborate gatherings, and offers incredible views of the city with . Truly the best day ever. The food is excellent, the drinks were great and the service was awesome! It was amazing. My guests were satisfied, the food was delicious and hot. They were all incredible!!!! Let's start the planning process! It is still heartbreaking to know all the time and energy I put into our wedding along with my continuous communication and attention to detail, was for a less than perfect day thanks to the staff at the Waterfall. Thank you again to the entire staff at the Waterfall for making our big day the best day every!