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Crystal Tea Room- Finley Catering
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About this venue
Crystal Tea Room - Finley Catering is a wedding venue based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Superbly situated, this location is just a short walk from the city hall making it extremely convenient for guests. An exquisite combination of elegance and comfort, it is stunningly adorned to create unforgettable wedding moments. Meticulous and attentive event coordinators are on hand to help execute every detail so that couples can make their vision a reality. It has been the choice of venue for a number of lavish events by hosted celebrities, including Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and a number of notable Philadelphia athletes.
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With a capacity of 900 attendees, the Crystal Tea Room serves as a luxurious backdrop for glorious large-scale weddings. Guests are welcomed into the atrium, a majestic conservatory complete with a fountain and lush plant life, before being led to the ballroom. This pristinely decorated venue features elegant chandeliers, carved columns, and a white dance floor, creating a refined and timeless atmosphere. Personalized decoration options are available for couples who want to add their own touch to their special day.
Services Offered
The event planning team brings over four decades of service experience and detail-oriented expertise to every celebration. Dedicated to helping couples achieve their wedding vision, they offer an assortment of invaluable resources to choose from. From mapping out seating arrangements to setting up audiovisual equipment, they are on hand at every stage to make the preparation process as stress-free as possible. Additional services include:
- Timeline creation
- Event decoration
- Event rentals
- Setup and cleanup
Cuisine
All dining options at the Crystal Tea Room are provided by a local family-run business, Finley Catering. Founded by Steve Finley in 1976, this world-class team of culinary experts is committed to providing every event with an exceptional dining experience. They have catered to various prestigious dinners attended by distinguished guests, including Presidents Clinton, Ford, and Bush, as well as numerous other celebrities. Steve and his staff strive to achieve perfection at every wedding they cater to and offer an irresistible array of menu options. From artisan appetizers to sumptuous entrees, couples are invited to create their own customized menu to thoroughly satisfy their guests' palates.
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Reviews of Crystal Tea Room- Finley Catering
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Crystal Tea Room with Finley Catering is a stunning, spacious and accessible venue that handled large guest counts effortlessly. Guests praised the seamless, detail-oriented planning and attentive, professional staff. The food, cocktails, and service were repeatedly described as exceptional, making events stress-free and unforgettable.
The best!!
Our guests are still raving about the food (both the quality and the abundance!) as well as the beauty of the building itself. So many people told us how impressed they were. We’re so grateful for the CTR helping us have the most beautiful, seamless, and unforgettable day. Highly recommend!
The absolute best
Wedding of our dreams!!
Finley Catering is a 10/10
From start to finish, Michelle, Miguel and the entire Finley team were incredible to work with. The service was impeccable, I never once had to ask for a thing the entire night. The staff was attentive, professional, and made sure every detail was executed flawlessly so that my husband and I could be fully present and enjoy every moment.
And the food… our guests are STILL raving about it! So many people have told us it was the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding. Every dish was beyond delicious and beautifully presented.
I could cry just thinking about how perfect the night was. Thank you, Finley Catering, for making my dream wedding come to life. Everything came together more beautifully than I ever imagined. If you’re considering any of the Finley for venues your wedding, do it. It was the best decision we made!
The Perfect Place and Team to Show-Off Philly to All of our Out-of-Town Guests
Best Experience with Finley! Run don't walk & book with them!!!!!
The venue itself was stunning. Every detail was taken care of with such thoughtfulness, and the FOOD was phenomenal—our guests are still raving about it!
If you're looking for a team that will make your wedding feel personal, seamless, and really special, Daria, Miguel and the whole Finley team, are it. We can't thank them enough for making our day everything we dreamed of and more.
Simply the Best... Literally!!
Ali& Ayesha's Wedding
Perfection!
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We work very regularly with Finley catering and the amazing team at the Crystal Tea Room. The room is absolutely beautiful and customizable for any type of event or wedding. Plus, each and every event runs flawlessly with Miguel who runs every wedding and event there. Our bands and DJs play there often and we always look forward to working with the team at the Crystal Team Room
We love working at the crystal tea room. The room is beautiful with the rich wood work and ambiance. The room draping is beyond gorgeous and really adds an upscale hollywood. Working with Miguel and his team is a pleasure!
London flowers have worked with this caterer for several years. The staff go above and beyond. Looking forward to numerous more years together.
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