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The Red Onion Cafe is a reception venue that is located in Racine, Wisconsin. This family-owned company has been dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality to their clients for over a decade. Their remodeled dining space is ideal for many different types of events. These can include receptions, rehearsal dinners, pre-wedding showers, and more.

Facilities and Capacity

This establishment has enough space to host up to 125 guests. Should couples need the additional room, they can book out the well-appointed Johnson Bank Atrium for up to 150 guests. These areas boast large windows, artistic structural pieces, and open floor plans. In addition to these spaces, there is also a gorgeous outdoor terrace that overlooks Lake Michigan. Here, couples and their guests will find grassy landscapes and paved pathways. The exterior of the building is covered in red brick. It sits on the corner of Sam Johnson Parkway and Main Street, acting as a focal point for locals and visitors alike.

Services Offered

The Red Onion Cafe offers their clients on-site catering solutions as well as fully tended bar services. Their team is passionate about using fresh ingredients in a well-presented way. Menus may be customized to suit the betrothed couple’s preferences, and drink packages can be curated to fit the wedding theme. In addition to these details, floor plans may also be designed based on soon-to-be-weds’ needs. With these services combined with an in-house event team, couples will find themselves well taken care of from the beginning of the process to the end. For couples who are planning a celebration at a different location, they can avail of The Red Onion catering. This is a full-service solution that accommodates occasions both small and large.

Cuisine

This establishment has various types of cuisine options. These include starters, buffets, plated meals, and bar services. Starters include dishes such as baked brie, jambalaya brochettes, and scallop rumaki. Buffets may be a combination of entrees like chicken stir fry, homemade meatloaf, and carved pork loin. Plated options range from pesto turkey stack to cashew orange roughy. For bar services, couples will have the opportunity to select options such as soda and taps or those with the addition of various alcoholic beverages.

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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?

$4,800

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

$4,800

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?

$800

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

$800

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
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?

$8

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Restaurant
Rooftop
Waterfront

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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April

Reviews of Red Onion Cafe

Crystal
Crystal Sent on 02/08/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Caterer

The Red Onion is an amazing catering service. You will not be disappointed in their food. They are WELL worth the cost.
Haly
Haly Sent on 01/27/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't have asked for a better experience!

Corey was phenomenal to work with! We truly felt like he went above and beyond in every aspect of our event. From the initial meeting, to the taste-testing, to the on-location planning, Corey worked extremely hard to make our vision of our wedding dinner come to life. He offered honest feedback and gave us sound advice on questions we had. We can honestly say that there was not one hiccup when it came to our caterer or our wedding dinner. Our wedding was in the summer of 2017 and our friends and family still talk about how amazing our wedding food was. Thank you Corey and staff for blowing us and our guests away!
Adam
Adam Sent on 12/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Creative & Amazing Caterer

Corey and The Red Onion team were creative and flexible with our custom wedding menu, for less than other vendor's most basic options. I shared my wedding's theme and location, and he was able to create a "Victorian, Western, American Gothic, Boho" meal that our guests are still raving about 3 years later. You cannot go wrong with The Red Onion Racine
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Anne Sent on 11/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating

We love Chef John!

Chef John and the Red Onion Cafe did a wonderful job at our reception! The food is excellent, reasonably priced, and all staff members are terrific. We chose a buffet setup for 150 guests; this included individually plated and served salad (try their house dressing, it's delicious), along with bread for the table. We received nothing but positive reviews from our guests on the food and service. We could not be happier with the service Chef John and the Red Onion provided us on our special day. I personally have bartended wedding receptions for the past 5 years; when it was our turn for our wedding, there was no choice to make, we knew Chef John was the catering vendor for us. If you want flawless service and food, these guys are the best!
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User1462564 Sent on 12/04/2013
5 out of 5 rating
We went with Chef John and the Red Onion because they have such a unique menu. If you're looking for something different and delicious, this is the place to go. We had plenty of food on our buffet for a good price. The food was warm and cooked just right. The serving staff was pleasant and on top of things. Our contact, Corey, was always helpful and gave thorough responses to our questions in a timely manner. They were flexible with our tasting and even let us take the leftovers home for the family members who couldn't make it. I've also been to the Red Onion Cafe on other occasions. The food is scrumptious and the employees are always cheerful. I highly recommend the Red Onion and Chef John catering.
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Antoinette Sent on 11/06/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Superb! Outstanding! Excellent quality, value and presentation!
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Red Onion Cafe frequently asked questions

Red Onion Cafe includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Red Onion Cafe includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Red Onion Cafe includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
The space offered by Red Onion Cafe for wedding events is known for:
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
Red Onion Cafe offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Red Onion Cafe offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Red Onion Cafe offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
Red Onion Cafe offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Red Onion Cafe 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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