PROS: Very friendly, accessible, patient staff. Handicapped-accessible facilities, including bathrooms. Competitive rates. No contracted catering service. Lots of parking.

CONS: No food facilities; caterers must bring their own warming equipment and set up in the hallway outside of the reception room. No decorations outside of the building, including the lovely porch area outside of the building (sad!).

The Phalen golf course clubhouse provides a spacious room on St. Paul's beautiful Phalen Park golf course. The room has areas for dancing, a wet bar, and ample table/seating space that can accommodate up to 225.

Setup, takedown and staff time, as well as tables and chairs, are included in the $750 fee. Tablecloths and cloth napkins are available at a minimal expense. Though the website says that a per person fee is charged for offsite caterers, that stipulation was taken out of our contract; however, food must be prepared by a licensed caterer. Liquor must be provided via a caterer with a state catering license or an on-sale liquor license with the City, and requires an additional $100 for an off-duty uniformed police officer if strong beer (stronger than 3.2) or liquor are served.

UPDATE: We had our wedding last weekend, and I can't say enough positive things about this venue. The staff are exceptionally helpful and it is easy to get in and take caterers, etc. for a site visit. I worked with the pro manager (it's a golf course clubhouse, after all), and she was *fantastic.* Responsive, good with questions I know I had asked before, excellent experience all around.