Wedding Hall (bring own caterer) in No./Cent.NJ?

[Casey]

My sister in law finally got engaged. She doesn't want a traditional, froo froo young brides wedding. We found a fabulous caterer, but now need to find a very nice club or hall in north or central NJ that will allow you to bring in your own caterer. I know this is slightly off topic, but I'm hoping one of the worldly posters on this forum might have an idea!

Oh, and my husband and I are going to Stage House Inn on Sunday--I'll definitely give a report.

Casey

[ChefHDAN]

Casey,

During my stint in Off-premise catering we lived by a simple motto,

" The CLIENT may have absolutely ANYTHING that they wish to PAY for"

[Rosie]

The caterer should be able to give you names of places. Are you interested in a museum or the Liberty Science Center?

[KaseyJonze]

You should also try Women's club - Glen Ridge, Upper Montclair. There are not a lot out there - it also depends on the number of people.

[Rachel Perlow]

Liberty Science Center requires you to use their in-house caterer, we checked it out during our wedding planning. It is an interesting location though.

There are some beautiful mansions all over the state that require you to bring your own caterer. I remember looking at a couple in the Morristown area. Rosie is right, the caterer should have a list of locations they know allow you to bring your own caterer, as not all places you think would, do (many have exclusive relationships with caterers). Here's a link to New Jersey Bride with some interesting locations that allow you to bring your own caterer.

[Kim WB]

The Mountain House in Princeton, if its under 100 people.

The Westminster Boys Choir in Princeton also has beautiful grounds and a pretty house they rent out, probable can do 120 people.

[Casey]

Thanks so much everyone! This was truly helpful.

[Rachel Perlow]

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