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Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah is a ballroom wedding venue in Melville, New York. This team offers premium kosher catering in a stunning ballroom setting. With over 30 years of experience producing memorable celebrations, Gala's owners Gayle and Bob Wilk understand the importance of each special occasion.

Facilities and Capacity

This ballroom venue and event space was renovated and opened in December 2014. The signature dance floor features custom-cut white tiles with an exquisite Crystal Silver Leaf Chandelier above. A high-end sound and lighting system allows an extra level of versatility for celebrations. This area can host events for between 150 and 400 people.

Services Offered

The Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah staff understands that it takes a very personalized approach to create a great event. This team will tailor a wedding event to make a couple's dreams come true.

Cuisine

Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah offers both Kosher and Glatt Kosher dishes for weddings. The in-house team can provide Kosher cuisine. Their affiliate, Seaview Catering, offers Glatt Kosher dining. A couple can expect a menu customized to meet their tastes and needs.

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  • Woman-owned
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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?

$500

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

$500

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?

$1,600

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

$1,600

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$15

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

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

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

150

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Religious

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
December

Reviews of Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah

Samara
Samara Sent on 12/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most magical wedding

My husband & I got married here just last week - and we & all our friends & family are still talking about how amazing the wedding was. You may have heard from others how great the cocktail hour is, but you have to experience it yourself to truly know how fantastic it is. And not just the cocktail hour, the entire event & leading up to it was nothing short of seamless, elegant & magical. Gayle & Russ treated our wedding planning & day of as if it was their own wedding. Every detail meticulously planned & reviewed again to ensure it was exactly as we'd want it. The days, weeks & event months leading up to, and the day/night of went off without a hitch - Russ was by our side throughout the night running everything so smooth. A major shoutout needs to go to Ms. T - I don't think anyone could get married without her. You can feel the love & support from her miles away - and she really ensured that we looked our absolute best - applying lipstick whenever needed, we were well fed & drank, and we were comfortable. You can tell how much Ms. T, Russ & Gayle love what they do - as it truly showed in making our wedding the most magical night. We are forever grateful our wedding was at Temple Beth Torah - and look forward to celebrating many more simchas there.
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Chelsey Sent on 01/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend! Awesome venue and team

Highly recommend Gala and Temple Beth Torah for your wedding venue. After having to change our date 3x due to covid, I realized how important it is to work with kind and flexible people. The team here made a stressful situation alot less stressful, they were so accommodating and helpful. Gayle was great to work with — always a text or phone call away for the smallest of questions. We got so many compliments on how gorgeous the venue was and especially how delicious the food was. The cocktail hour is incredible - one that people are still talking about 2 months later! I would book this venue alone for Mrs. T - she is AMAZING. The other reviews don’t lie! She will bring you water on the dance floor, fix your dress bustle perfectly, and put a smile on yours and everyone’s faces. She made my entire day that much better!!
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Nay Sent on 11/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
My son's wedding was at Temple Beth Torah this past weekend. We could not have been happier with this amazing venue. Gayle and Russ bent over backwards to accommodate us and make this night magical for my son and his wife. The food and service were amazing. Everything was perfect. Five stars to this wonderful venue.
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Jennifer Sent on 11/12/2017
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I were married on December 30, 2016 and our entire experience working with Gayle was a delight. The Gala Event is truly a hidden gem. My husband and I saw 16 venues and nothing compared to the Gala Event. We are big foodies and our number priority was ensuring that the food was amazing. Gayle was extremely flexible and catered to all our needs through the entire process. It was a pleasure working with her and the entire Gala Event team, especially our bridal attendant, we LOVED HER!
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Melissa Sent on 07/20/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My dream came true!!!
This past March my husband and I got married at Temple Beth Torah. Our contract was signed before the renovation was finished and we were blown away. I had a certain vision for our wedding and Gayle, Bob and Russ at Gala made that vision come to life. Gala has wonderful relationships with other vendors and because of those relationships they were able to handle small details and not overwhelm us.

Our ceremony was incredible, there was a silhouette screen before I walked down the aisle that was absolutely romantic! For our cocktail hour they helped us create a caviar bar and an incredible sushi bar as well.

One of the best parts about having a wedding is when weeks and months pass by, people talk about it. To this day (almost 4 months later) everyone talks about how phenomenal the food was, it makes my husband and I smile every single time.

Topping off our perfect evening was our after party which supplied our guests with more wonderful food and a perfect display of Baked By Melissa.

Finally our evening was sealed with the most perfect pictures outside in the snow (yes it snowed on March 28) and Gala helped create the most romantic background with candles and lighting.

I recommend this venue to anyone who wants their vision brought to life and their dream to come true.
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Rachel Sent on 06/15/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We had our Spring wedding at the newly renovated Temple Beth Torah and it was fabulous! We booked prior to the renovation and the final result was even better than we could have imagined! Gayle, Bob, Russ and the entire team at Gala Events are lovely to work with and extremely accommodating. No matter what we asked for or ideas we had, Gayle was ready to investigate them for us. The bridal attendant Patricia was beyond amazing and attentive, we wish we could have taken her home at the end of the night. The food was delicious and they have so many options to choose from that there is something for everyone. They helped make my dream of having a champagne bar come true and went above and beyond the basic idea we originally came up with. You know it's a good party when all of your guests leave full, happy, and wowed by your event and we only heard good things in the weeks after. We would definitely recommend Gala Events to anyone looking for a traditional ceremony paired with an updated and chic party atmosphere!
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User2012825 Sent on 01/17/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We cannot recommend this venue more highly! We had our NYE wedding here and it couldn't have been more perfect. We are still getting phone calls from guests telling us it was the best wedding they have ever been to. The recently renovated ballroom is spectacular (pictures don't do it justice!). We live out of state and were only in town the day before the wedding to make our final changes and Gail and Russ were amazing - nothing we asked for couldn't be done and nothing was too much to ask. Professional, kind, and extremely hard working. Russ made sure everything went smoothly and we really can't thank him enough! Our dream wedding and then some!
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Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah frequently asked questions

Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Religious
Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Gala Event & Food Artistry at Temple Beth Torah 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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