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Where Can You Host a Wedding Reception in Northeast Philadelphia?
Choosing where to host your wedding reception is one of the biggest decisions you will make while planning your day, and Northeast Philadelphia has a spot built just for it. We are Village Catering, and our own banquet hall, Cottage Green, sits right here in the neighborhood at 9001 Ashton Rd. Whether you are picturing an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we have spent years hosting couples in this same ballroom. Here is what you will find when you come see the space for yourself.
A wedding reception in Northeast Philadelphia can be hosted at Cottage Green, located at 9001 Ashton Rd and operated by Village Catering. The venue includes a private Bridal Suite, buffet, sit-down, or brunch package options, five hours of open bar, DJ services, and accommodates between 25 and 300 guests, with off-premise catering also available at other locations.
A Wedding Reception Venue Built Into Northeast Philadelphia
Cottage Green is owned and operated by the Giannone family, the same family behind Village Catering, and the hall has been part of the neighborhood for over 20 years. We built this space around receptions, so every part of it is designed with a wedding day in mind. Below is a closer look at what the venue and our wedding packages include.
A Bridal Suite to Get Ready Before You Walk Out
Before you make your entrance, you will have your own Bridal Suite at Cottage Green to get dressed, take photos, and settle your nerves with your closest family and friends. It is a private space set apart from the main ballroom, so you are not getting ready in the middle of the setup. Having that room on site means you do not need to coordinate a separate location for hair, makeup, and final touches before the ceremony. It is a small detail that makes the morning of your wedding feel calmer.
Buffet, Sit Down, or Brunch, However You Want to Serve Your Guests
When you book your reception with us, you can choose from our Ultimate Buffet, Ultimate Wedding Sit Down, or Ultimate Brunch packages, depending on the style of meal you want to serve. A buffet keeps the room moving and gives guests options, while a sit down service brings a more formal, plated feel to the night. Whichever direction you choose, our wedding packages are built around your guest list and the kind of evening you are picturing. We will walk you through each option so you can decide what fits your day best.
What Comes With Your Wedding Package
Every wedding package includes Maitre D’ service to look after you and your new spouse throughout the night, along with a cocktail hour featuring stationed cold hors d’oeuvres and butlered hot hors d’oeuvres. Your reception also comes with five hours of top-shelf open bar service, china, fine silverware, and table linens in white or ivory with your choice of colored napkins. We include a wedding cake selection from specialty bakeries, your choice of floral or crystal candle centerpieces, and DJ services with complimentary uplighting to set the mood. A gourmet sweet table rounds out the night with sliced fruit, assorted cakes and pastries, chocolate-covered strawberries, mini cannolis, cream puffs, sorbet, and chocolate mousse.
Already Booked a Different Venue? We Can Still Cater It
If you have already found your ceremony site or reception hall somewhere else in the city, you do not have to give up on working with us. We bring the same food and service to your venue through our wedding catering and off-premise catering, setting up, serving, and cleaning up on site. That flexibility means you get to pick the room that feels right for you while we handle everything on the plate. Either way, whether at Cottage Green or somewhere else in Philadelphia, the same team is behind your food.
Conclusion
If you are still deciding where to host your wedding reception in Northeast Philadelphia, we would love to show you around Cottage Green in person. We have been part of this neighborhood for decades, and we know what it takes to make a reception run smoothly from the first cocktail to the last dance. Call us at 215-698-1117, email orders@villagecatering.com, or reach out through our contact page to schedule a visit. We look forward to showing you the room where your celebration could take place.
FAQs
How many guests can Cottage Green hold for a wedding reception?
Our ballroom comfortably fits anywhere from 25 to 300 guests. We will help you plan the layout around your exact count.
What wedding package styles do you offer?
We offer the Ultimate Buffet, Ultimate Wedding Sit Down, and Ultimate Brunch packages. Each one is built around your preferred meal style.
Is there a private space to get ready before the ceremony?
Yes, Cottage Green has its own Bridal Suite for you and your party. It is separate from the main ballroom so you can prepare in private.
Can you cater my wedding if I book a different venue?
Yes, we offer wedding catering and off premise catering to bring our food and service to your chosen location. You are not limited to hosting at Cottage Green.