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Located in Miami, Florida, Ball & Chain is a historic restaurant wedding venue where couples can celebrate their union in style. Couples can become a part of this venue’s illustrious history when they choose to host their nuptials here.

Facilities and Capacity

The Ball & Chain has been carefully restored to provide couples with the perfect backdrop for their big day. Its welcoming atmosphere and old-world ambiance blend perfectly with modern amenities. Soon-to-be-weds can celebrate all their milestone occasions here, from their engagement to their reception. The venue can host up to 200 people and has both indoor and outdoor spaces to utilize.

Services Offered

The dedicated team at Ball & Chain will work with couples to ensure that everything goes off without a hitch. They have on-site event planners who can take care of all the details, from catering to service. The culinary staff can serve up a tasty Cuban-inspired meal to guests, and the bar staff can provide a variety of cocktails throughout the festivities. There is also space for live performers or bands, and the venue has a list of some of Miami’s best DJs available.

History

The iconic Ball & Chain opened in 1935 initially as a saloon. It thrived as a hub of activity in the area until the late 1950s, after which it was purchased by Ray Miller and Henry Schechtman, among others. The two were felons, and got into some trouble with the law, giving extra meaning to the name Ball & Chain. The venue achieved notoriety in the 40s and 50s as a place where many performers used to entertain the masses. Over the years, it changed ownership and names until finally undergoing refurbishment in the early 2000s. Today, it is a one-of-a-kind premier bar and lounge, that still holds plenty of its magic from years gone by.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Rentals

What event items are available?

Chairs

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

Reviews of Ball & Chain

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Andrew Sent on 08/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Venue for Us

We could not have asked for a better venue or a better team to work with for our wedding. Sam worked with us on every step and executed our vision with perfection. Our wedding felt like it was built just for us, rather than just plugging us into a generic formula. Sam was solution-oriented and helped us problem solve for every issue that we ran into. On the day of Shallya was so helpful in ensuring everything flowed smoothly and the DJ was perfect. The food was great, the decor beautiful, and all of our guests were treated like family by the entire staff. I could go on and on about how perfect the venue and staff were for us, but needless to say i cannot say thank you enough to Sam, Shallya, and the entire Ball and Chain staff for helping to ensure our wedding was the best day of our lives.
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Ball & Chain frequently asked questions

The space offered by Ball & Chain for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Restaurant
Ball & Chain offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Ball & Chain offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Ball & Chain offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Rentals
Ball & Chain offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
Ball & Chain is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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