Banquet FAQ

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So that your event is a complete success, we have included some of our banquet guests most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

What is the Food Cost Minimum for banquet events?

The Food Cost Minimum will be calculated based on the number of guests and your preferred type of food service (i.e. 2 Choice Buffet, 3 Choice Buffet, etc.). The amount will be stipulated in the Rockafeller’s contractual agreement.

Will Rockafeller’s staff store and set-up an outside cake?

Rockafeller’s does not have the capacity to store an event cake, and will not set up a cake provided by an outside vendor. The host’s cake provider will have access to the space to drop off/set-up an outside cake no earlier than 2 hours prior to an event start time.

How do I book the space for an event?

In order to secure a banquet reservation the financially responsible party/host must enter into a contractual agreement with Rockafeller’s. Following submission of a signed contractual agreement submission of the stipulated event deposit amount will complete the booking process.

Will the banquet staff serve an event cake to the guests?

Yes, but additional service fees may apply.

What is the time period associated with the Room Fee?

The Room Fee reserves Rockafeller’s banquet facilities for a period of 3 hours. Dependent on availability, events can be extended with an additional Room Fee charge of $75.00 per hour of extension.

Can the banquet facilities be used as a rain plan for outdoor ceremonies/events?

Yes, a host can coordinate with a Banquet Services Manager to develop an inclement weather plan, but additional service fees may apply.

How much is the deposit to reserve the space?

Deposit amounts vary from $500.00 and up, depending on the size of the event, the space reserved for the event, and the date of the event.

When is the deposit due? Is there payment in addition to the deposit due prior to the event date?

The deposit amount is due following submission of a signed contractual agreement. Additional deposits may be required prior to the event. Your deposit amount will be credited to your final total at the close of the event. Final payment may be paid by credit card or cash. Please note we are unable to accept checks (business or personal) at the close of your event.