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Coriander Kitchen and Farm is located in Detroit’s historic Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood, in the canal district. If you are looking for just the right balance of that northern Michigan feel, without the hassle of travel for you and your wedding guests, with all of the conveniences of being in the city, then you’re in the right place! Nestled between two public parks and just a stone's throw from the Detroit River, our location is perfect for the couple that is looking for a unique, relaxed atmosphere, with the absolute freshest menu options.

Our property has both indoor and outdoor spaces available. We have both a covered patio and rooftop deck, as well as a cool, retro feel to our bar and inside dining area. Not to mention, our canal side seating! Need a little more room? Consider our entire location, giving your guests ample space to move about.

With weddings from 50-200, multiple-unique spaces, and seasonal, farm fresh ingredients, Coriander is able to cater to all of your individual needs . Our catering is done completely in house, with the majority of our produce, herbs, and flowers grown right at our very own urban farm. Our menus, developed by Chef Alison, change seasonally, to provide you and your guests with only the freshest possible ingredients, grown by our farmer, Gwen. Our in house Event Coordinator and Sommelier is available to assist with any beverage needs you may have.

A few other options to consider:

~ Captains Service, arrive via boat along the canals

~U Pick with Gwen, select, pick, and design your floral arrangements at our farm

~Design Studio, U Pick and design with Bri from Mother of Pearl Designs

~Farmers Choice, simple arrangements with flowers and arrangements done by Gwen

~Designers Choice, flowers from our farm, designed and arranged by Bri

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,400

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$45

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Signature Drink

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

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Boat/Yacht
Restaurant
Rooftop
Waterfront

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
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
October
November
December

Reviews of Coriander Kitchen & Farm

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Lindsey Sent on 06/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Day

We cannot recommend Coriander enough! It was the perfect spot for our wedding. Early in the planning process, my husband and I were seeking a venue that was more than just a reception space. We wanted something local, intentional, and different. Coriander fit the bill!

We cannot speak more highly of the team. We worked with the coordinator, Amy, for over a year. She was calm and reassuring. She promised us a beautiful day and certainly delivered. Chef Ali thoughtfully curated our menu while ensuring accessibility for all dietary restrictions (vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free). The bartenders and servers were friendly, responsive, and fun! You can trust this team to make your vision come to life.

Our guests were so complimentary of every aspect -- Food, drinks, atmosphere. The decor and tablescapes were stunning, with many personal touches throughout (elements that we didn't even ask for!). The cloth napkins were handmade by Amy's mother. The team made personalized menu cards for every table. The ambience was incredible, with an intimate, garden-esque feel.

Coriander went above and beyond our expectations. They executed our vision perfectly and made sure everyone had a fantastic time. My husband and I are grateful to have worked with such a wonderful team. If you want a unique wedding, Coriander is a must!
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Amit Sent on 02/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Nourishing, seasonal, beautiful wedding catering!

Alison and Gwen - of Coriander Kitcen and Farm - and their team provided the perfect, nourishing, seasonal, and beautiful spread for our wedding. The food - all seasonal and bountiful and rooted in Michigan - was delicious and gorgeous - and the team went above and beyond to ensure a wonderful and carefree experience for our friends and family. It was truly a dream, delight and an honor to have Coriander Kitchen & Farm play such a significant role in our wedding festivities. Thank you, Coriander!
Mark
Mark Sent on 02/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Low stress wedding w/ elevated dining experience

Coriander provides a unique venue that hardly requires any additional decoration plus you get access to the premium farm-to-table food and drink menu they are known for as a Restaurant. We were able to use all their existing furniture as well making for a very stress free process leading up to the event.
N
Noah Sent on 02/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at coriander

The coriander team went above and beyond to cater to our needs, we had about 180 people, and needed everything on one floor, they were flexible every step of the way. To this day the first thing out of everyone’s mouth when talking about our wedding is how amazing the food was, ten stars for the whitefish! The ambiance and sunlight was magical, coriander is truly a slice of heaven!
A
Amelia Sent on 02/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

incredible and intimate!

we could not recommend coriander higher!
Jackie
Jackie Sent on 02/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A prefect wedding that exceeded our highest expectations !

A wedding is a once (or in my case twice !) in a lifetime event and I had a very , very high bar. We are fanatical about food and drink . We prioritize local , seasonal food and the highest quality food and service . I had been at events over the years that Chef Alison had catered and was blown away. This was all that and more .

The selections of food , including vegetarian , vegan and meat (all local ) was amazing . Every dish we had was perfect and guests were blown away as well. And let’s just say the cocktails were enjoyed by all at a rate that exceeded most people’s normal cocktail consumption . The event was very very festive to say the least! Both food and drinks were also wonderfully unique , as they were based on ingredients from coriander farm just miles away !

The setting was just as unique and amazing . We are tried and true Detroiters , as is our community, yet most people didn’t know the canals even existed and were blown away by the beauty and soul of the setting . No sanitized , generic nor stuffy beauty here: a rustic elegance that extended to the table settings , flowers and service it was exactly as I had envisioned .

Lastly Alison and Gwen (owners ) and her team were professional and supportive and 100% committed to making this the event of our dreams. I cannot recommend Coriander highly enough and thank them for making this an event as beautiful as our love and our community . And our beloved city of Detroit !
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Coriander Kitchen & Farm frequently asked questions

Coriander Kitchen & Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Coriander Kitchen & Farm includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Coriander Kitchen & Farm includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Coriander Kitchen & Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
Coriander Kitchen & Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Coriander Kitchen & Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Coriander Kitchen & Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Coriander Kitchen & Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Coriander Kitchen & Farm 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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