My visited this venue 3 times so I know this was the place she wanted. dding about the beautiful courtyard, the delicious food, and the great service. From exchanging handshakes in the business world to exchanging vows in front of friends and family, it's our responsibilit Of course, we had to wait for them to returnDespite my clear pictures and detailed plans for decorations, half of my decorations were not used, as guests were arriving they were still setting up, when my weddings were repackaged most of them were damaged, doing a final walk through through the facility I found my expensive faux flower decorations in the coat closet, etc. All of our guests were so WOWd by The Waterfall. The venue is VERY BEAUTIFUL and worth the money. 5.0 out of 5 rating , 185 Reviews, 4.6 out of 5 rating , 58 Reviews, 4.9 out of 5 rating , 113 Reviews, 5.0 out of 5 rating , 85 Reviews, 4.9 out of 5 rating , 320 Reviews, 5.0 out of 5 rating , 9 Reviews. THANK YOU GUYS FOR EVERYTHING. Our wedding was on June 22, 2019 and I would pick this venue over and over again without hesitation. 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. Our favorite, however, was Twisted Willow Flowers. From the first visit, I was in love with this place! Absolutely wonderful!!! The abundance of food is nothing like I ever seen before and taste delicious. My guest absolutely loved the venue and the food!!! During the reception, the air conditioner broke, and I had several guests leave prematurely because it was unbearably hot. The Waterfall Delaware Wedding | Drayon + Taylor. Every minor details and all the small things were on their radar and we didn't have to worry about a thing. The venue is beautiful, the food is amazing and the staff is top notch. We were rushed upstairs to the bridal suite by staff saying the guests were going to be transitioning from the cocktail hall to the ballroom, so we cut pictures so very short, but ended up waiting upstairs an hour before they moved guests, and now have to do another photo session just to get some wedding photos. The dinner was the only thing that I felt could have been improved. Ballroom and the dance floor was huge. If We had our wedding here this past Friday and I can not say enough great things about the venue and the staff! coordinate our special day. The staff was so helpful and polite. was. First of all, the venue is absolutely beautiful and in the most pristine condition. Your other option, the Cascade Ballroom, can accommodate up to 325 guests. Some of our guests told us that they thought the cocktail hour was a buffet and so when they saw they were getting entrees, they were so full, they were barely able to eat their meals! Maggie, David and all of their staff were incredible to say the least. ht me food, water, napkins and even touched up my lipgloss. I imagined my daughter's wedding to be a ravishing and a lovely event, and YOU made it come true! The WATERFALL, you have ruined what was supposed to be one of the best days of our lives, but thanks to an amazing Wedding Planner and support team, I was able to focus on everything positive outside of the horrible decision for my venue choice. However, The Waterfall went above and beyond! I will remember this day forever!! I cannot thank you enough was well. ure each detail at my wedding was complete and to my standards. All 3 were AMAZING! 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. We had our ceremony Cynthia, Our lead matre d' Kevin continued the great service we experienced throughout the day. She ensured we always had a drink our hand, and she went over and above by helping my husband sew a button back onto his suit jacket and hunting down a Tide pen to get chocolate out of my dress! We also used many vendors recommended by The Waterfall and were pleased with each of them. Beautiful venue, Melinda and the staff are amazing. my day of We had our wedding reception on 8/6/22 and we could not have been happier with choosing the Waterfall! A special thank you to Mike, Deneen and Amanda who served as our Maitre D, Captain and Bridal Attendant for the evening. There attention to details is impeccable. It was BANGING top to bottom. The food is excellent, the drinks were great and the service was awesome! My husband and I really enjoyed our day (stress free) and our guests have shared how much they enjoyed themselves and the food as well. I feel like I need to invite this woman to Thanksgiving Dinner cuz' she was the real MVP ya'll. The Waterfall was perfect!!!!! None were turned on during any portion of my wedding day and they refused to turn them on despite my husband's request. Thank you so much for Melinda and the Waterfall for making my dream wedding possible. Read reviews, view photos, see special offers, and contact The Waterfall Catering and Special Events directly on The Knot. The Waterfall was absolutely amazing! Pamela Averette-Howard She stayed in communication with our coordinator and made sure that everything ran smoothly. We had 250 guests and we have not stopped hearing from them about how amazing our wedding was. She reminded me of small details brides often forget. bride wasnt provided the lock before hand and when my bridesmaid asked for it while I was busy, she was finally given it but then not told where to go. Rachael was our planner, and she was truly wonderful as well! It did not stop them from making sure we had an the time of our life. A flawless team provided us a flawless day and we couldn't be happier. In closing, I cannot end without talking about the FOOD! Ultimately, these were just a few of the negative experiences, and despite my detailed complaint with documented proof, the general manager stated they executed my wedding flawlessly and my request had been denied. Best place to get married in Delaware. We can't wait to perform at the 10+ weddings we have on the schedule with The Waterfall this year. I'm very type A and the coordinator (Jessica) was so chill along the way of the process and promised all the decor would look perfect --I honestly don't know how but that staff literally took the pictures out of my head and made it happen. It felt like we had a million dollar wedding. The Waterfall offers a variety of options. Everyone who we talked to said it was the best wedding they had ever been too . From the beginning with all We cannot say how great the service was and how smoothly our wedding went. She made sure we were taken care of every step of the way. They are top notch when it comes to executing your perfect wedding. Thank you all for making my wedding a magical occasion! Throughout the wedding planning process, we kept in touch with David, and bounced ideas with him on what our vision was for the day. A wedding at The Waterfall in Claymont, Delaware with Drayon and Taylor. Our wedding was originally scheduled for May 2020 but had to reschedule for 2021. id before, never hesitate to reach out for anything! 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. This venue is beyond beautiful!! Not only was it beautiful, amazing food and perfect for our big day, but the overall experience with Dan, Diandra and Amanda made it better than I ever could have imagined. I had a lot of my own decor I was providing for the wedding and was a little anxious about it being set up how I would like. My wedding was everything I dreamed of and more! 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. This venue knows what they're doing and they do it very well. You and your guests will really get a taste of the outdoors in this space because it lets in plenty of natural light and leads straight out into the garden areas. Even when my DJ didnt show up (crazy right!? It is a beautiful space and all of our guests went on and on about how wonderful the day was. Our Banquet hall in Wilmington, DE, features 2,646 square feet of space and stylish dcor. FOOD: I knew food was important to making the guests remember the night and enjoy it. 43,855 were here. The whole experience from meetings, food tastings, rehearsals, to the big day were absolutely amazing. These packages take care of many of your wedding needs such as open bar options. The surprises never ended! The Waterfall will not disappoint! (It is a long walk from the building to the outdoor ceremony platform so be prepared!) With 2 other younger daughters, we will definitely be back! Not only was the service impeccable but the venue, grounds, and food were top notch. Everything from the ceremony space, the grand ballroom and bridal suite is top notch and beautifully decorated. The food that we did taste was very tasty. attended could not stop raving about how awesome everything was. For your convenience, the team has arranged a variety of wedding packages for you to choose from. The staff was FANTASTIC! She was so accommodating throughout the entire planning process. I wish I could relive the entire day! We have to give huge recognition to Samantha for all she did to make our special day come to life. Both ballrooms accommodate large guest lists and their food is absolutely amazing. Executive Banquet & Conference Center Newark, (302) 731-1800 The Waterfall. The staff was wonderful. That was a very special touch that made me feel carefree that night. The staff is so delightful--they work in sync with each other with the wedding party and their guests like magic--swift, helpful, happy, obliging--I was stunned at their performance. John and I would recommend The Waterfall to anyone who is looking to have a special event. 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). -Nicole Let me start off by saying what an AMAZING venue!!! The staff are some of the greatest people you will ever meet, the food is amazing as you have read below in other comments, but most importantly, how they make the Bride and Groom feel the day of the wedding is unforgettable. If there were better communication, that was something that likely could have been avoided. I don't have one single complaint from that day. I was so in love and our guests loved the outdoor bar area, the seating, and all the incredible features (ie. One of the most important things to me and my husband for our guests to experience was amazing food and plentiful amounts of it - this place does that justice and then some. The cocktail hour space was breathtaking. The staff at the Waterfall catered to all of our wants and needs to create the most unforgettable of our lives. The exterior garden areas at the Waterfall Catering & Special Events are filled with blooming plants and lush greenery. DAY OF THE WEDDING - everything that could've went wrong, DID! I voiced my opinions starting when we got back from the honeymoon on 9/24/18, and the buck has been passed several times, received one call from Dan (general manager) back in mid-October, but now to date (11/6/18) NO ONE HAS done a final follow up. The amenities were terrific, there was tons of room for mingling, dancing, etc etc. From the day I walked into the waterfall I fell in love! Thank you so much Sam and Marcus the owner!!! The Waterfall Catering and Special Events is a Wedding Venue in Claymont, DE. I cant have a wedding anymore because it will not compare to yours. Although the ballrooms are already equipped with magnificent dcor, lighting, and architecture; I also wanted to personalize the wedding day with my DIY/Pinterest ideas. Thanks Waterfall! If I could give this place more stars I would! Wedding/event guests have use of: Bridal suite First floor ballroom Grand staircase Living room area Restrooms For Friday events, please be aware that the park office remains open to the public from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. The Grand Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 500 of your friends and family, is simply elegant with its crystal chandeliers and marble dance floor. I cannot say enough good things about the staff at The Waterfall. This intimate escape can also be used for bridal showers, engagement parties, and receptions. There is literally nothing bad to say about this place! I have to give a shout out to Ashley and Sam, as the bride I would not have stayed so poised without you. Everyone we encountered was friendly, helpful, and went over and beyond our expectations. I may be biased, but it was the best wedding we've ever been to! I could go on and on but instead of rambling let me put it this way: if you are looking for a top notch venue, look no further. It was evident throughout the evening that The Waterfall worked as a cohesive unit to make the evening a success. Lastly, all of the staff were friendly, attentive and efficient, and we only wish we had a chance to thank each of them individually. It truly was perfect! Once we completed the tour we were seated in our "sales desk" room. This is the part where I was saying imagine anything and you shall receive. We had a fabulous night and all of the guests did too! Its in Delaware but only a 20 minute drive from Philadelphia! Every other venue we visited after that pared in comparison to The Waterfall. The Waterfall delivered and we could not be happier. I am just grateful that I got to experience the day with you. We could not have asked for a more beautiful venue with outstanding service. Both inside and outside were available to us and it was so beautiful. There is a separate room for cocktail hour which later turns into the dessert room. Im sure its difficult to cook steak correct for 150 people and I cant complain because they really worked hard to make sure everyone was taken care of. We will definitely consider The Waterfall for future events and highly recommend it. I would like to preface this review stating there are not enough words to do it justice for how amazing they were to make our wedding into the most memorable day of our lives. We would highly recommend the Waterfall to everyone as the venue of choice. The venue looked amazing, the staff were great the entire time, and our guests raved about the food for weeks! Thank you for making my wedding day EVERYTHING I dreamed of! I can't stress enough how comfortable everyone made us feel, which is so important during a time like this. I made a complaint that no one communicated this change with me, but it happened again with my second coordinator. Life just simply gets in the way. Words do not do the Waterfall and its staff justice. She was always there when I needed her through the planning and any questions she kept me calm, my husband and I always felt she put our best interest first. Custom arched French doors open to reveal 14-foot ceilings, an oval dance floor made from hand-carved marble and draped ceiling accents. I never even had time to worry, because Jessy handled everything. The food was really good and the staff was friendly. Our wedding was held in the morning (10 a.m) at their outdoor ceremony area. FOREVER GRATEFUL! My daughters wedding was held at The Waterfall on September 1, 2019. Again, I am just grateful to have been the one that was there on your big day! Marcus the owner out did himself and treated my family like royalty. The Waterfall didnt let me down. It was so thoughtful of them to do that! Most weddings you just have cake and maybe an ice cream bar. -beautiful venue g process and never made us feel like they didn't have time for us, no matter how busy they were! I live out of state so having them specialize in weddings made my planning process a lot less stressful since I'm not from the area. BUT good lord. spite there being another wedding, we wouldnt even know they were there. All the little details were so beautiful, you pulled together such an amazing wedding day for Kabria & James. My daughters ceremony was held at the venue and the outside ceremony space is breathtaking. Definitely consider this place for your wedding. I'd 110% recommend this venue or at least going and checking it out. Its immaculately clean, the decor is high end, and the waterfalls throughout are the perfect touch. Our friends and family members are still talking about the wedding for our daughter being the best wedding that they ever attended. The Waterfall Catering & Special Events provides an exquisite variety of food with a high quality of. It was amazing. They thought of everything! Truly a pleasure to work with! They both made it so effortless a we only had to worry about saying our vows and have fun. The Waterfall features two exquisite ballrooms that accommodates up to 500 guests. Thank you so much for making our day the best ever!! The Waterfall is a gorgeous event space, where for nearly a decade our inspired patrons have used our halls as the stage for which they have set the brightest memories of their lives. Eye-catching details like ornate columns and a gently cascading fountain fill the space. The staff was easily accessible and took good care of me! From the minute we looked at this venue to the very last minute the staff has always been awesome. Jessica stepped right in and made sure everything went smoothly. Ballroom was pure elegance, from the exquisite lighting to the spacious dance floor. She was actually getting married during the time of our planning and I never noticed a gap in service. The staff is so kind and really do everything and more to make your wedding day so special! Juniper by Tonic is a unique event venue in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Delaware. 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. The food is delicious and they give you so many options to choose from so you can tailor a menu that is perfect for your event. From the wedding ceremony outside, cocktail hour followed by the dinner reception, words cannot express how beautiful everything was.