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The Garden On Millbrook is a unique wedding venue servicing the Raleigh region of North Carolina. The Garden On Millbrook prides themselves on fulfilling couples’ dreams, while keeping their mothers’ nerves at bay and their guests happy. Chef Melo Quiades has a passion for cooking that is evident in his tasty platings; he has a talent for turning the freshest of ingredients into the most delectable dishes. You simply can't get this level of quality and service anywhere else.

Services Offered
Because The Garden On Millbrook is also a wedding venue, we have packages that include all of the food, beverages, tables, chairs, linens, china, and glassware you could need. Better still, setup and cleanup is on them, as well. We are fully licensed to serve beer, wine, and liquor, and provide bar and wait staff as part of their packages. The staff go above and beyond to serve their clients; and after 16 years in the wedding business, it’s no surprise The Garden On Millbrook knows how to keep guests happy. Other services they provide include:

  • Cake cutting
  • Custom menu
  • Cocktail reception


Cuisine
The Garden On Millbrook likes to make memories from scratch, much like their food. Their specialties include hors d'oeuvres, buffets, and seated dinners. They can cater to all dietary needs, and are skilled in a variety of different cuisine styles, including:

  • American
  • Asian
  • Southern
  • Italian
  • Mexican
  • Thai
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$37

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$37

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$33

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$28

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Set Up
Clean Up
Cake
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$18

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

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

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
BBQ
Italian
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of The Garden On Millbrook

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Stephanie Sent on 11/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding Venue!

Excellent venue & excellent staff! I can't praise Marc enough. He took the time to accommodate us and go through everything in detail and expressed such happiness in making sure our wedding day was beyond PERFECT. His services were beyond professional as he took a personal regard in everything he did. He was very easy to communicate with leading up to the wedding to pass on his expertise to make sure your day went flawlessly. Garden on Millbrook was beautiful and perfect in every way. Thank you for having us!

Kudos, and thank you from both of us.

George & Stephanie
Kiersten
Kiersten Sent on 09/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!!

Love the venue!! Marc was so easy to work with! Highly recommend using his service to plan your wedding!! He made my wedding planning so much easier! We live in Charlotte and so choosing The Garden was the best choice with being out of town. Food was delicious as well!! The outdoor patio was so beautiful at night with the twinkle lights. Everything was beautifully set up from ceremony to reception.
Lala
La'dasia Sent on 04/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful! Affordable! & Professional!

I am so glad we found this place. As soon as we entered through the doors we knew this would be the one! The food here is hands down the best that I have from all the venues we went to. & Marc the Manager was a pleasure to meet he was very professional. He answered all of our questions & is very responsive.
Kathy
Kathy Sent on 03/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful experience

My experience could not have been any better. From the first meeting at this venue I knew this was the one that I wanted to use. Everything was perfect. Marc Daubin made this day stress free for me and my groom and our family. He directed the ceremony and was always ready with an answer to every question I had during the planning. I planned my own wedding and did my own flowers. My groom delivered the flowers the night before before the rehearsal. I was expecting to have to do some things to pull it all together when I arrived at the venue on the day of the wedding but did not have to lift a finger. Everything was perfectly in place from the flowers to the seating chart and the guest book which was actually a framed alternative to a book. The venue is beautiful and the weather cooperated allowing the ceremony to be outside and the reception inside. If you want experience and professionalism these are the people to use. The food was excellent, we picked the buffet and it was all great. We had 85 guests but the venue could have easily taken care of a much bigger group.
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Amy Sent on 09/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I was so happy with my experience with Marc I wrote a review before we'd even had the wedding. Now that the wedding is over, I'm adding more happiness on top. It's hard to put into the right words how perfect Marc was for our wedding. My mom and mother in law kept saying throughout the whole process they thought the best choice I made in all my planning was choosing Marc. Even though we decided to just use the catering and not the venue, he still treated us like VIPs. Immediate responses to emails, early to every meeting, he attended meetings I wouldn't have expected him to but not only was he there, he brought his cheery, helpful enthusiasm every time. I was more than a little overwhelmed by the planning and the way Marc supported me, it was like having a friend on my team who just happened to be one of the best professionals in the industry. You can tell from talking with him for a few minutes he really knows his stuff. That continued to show throughout the entire process when he took such good care of me every step of the way, including every last detail on wedding day from the food to the decor. When I was pulled in a million directions it was such a treat to not even have the thought cross my mind to check on anything related to the reception. I knew without a doubt Marc had it all taken care of. I caught glimpses of him moving nonstop - prepping beautiful tables before the ceremony and helping everyone with anything they needed during the reception. He personally served me and my husband, encouraged us to eat and drink while we could, then offered advice and encouragement throughout the night anytime we looked confused. One guest said this was his favorite wedding so far, based solely on the food. My tough food critic grandma absolutely loved the mashed potatoes, and people talked about the pecan tassies for days afterwards - the kind of talking where they close their eyes and wish they had more. We definitely made the right choice and we are so grateful!
K
Kayla Sent on 06/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Garden on Millbrook was the most BEAUTIFUL wedding venue that we were so fortunate to choose. The staff demonstrated excellent customer service. We chose Marc Dabagian as our day of wedding coordinator and Ken Reid as our DJ. Both of them were wonderful to work with and had outstanding personalities. The food was excellent! We recommend the beef braised tips, mashed potatoes, and the Mac n cheese served in martini glasses. The music and lighting were awesome, and Ken was so easy to work with. Thanks again to The Garden on Millbrook for giving us the best night of our lives!
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Cody Sent on 06/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Garden On Millbrook was the BEST venue we found in Raleigh. The price for everything you get is absolutely phenomenal. The venue encompasses both a beautiful outdoor garden, and a stunning indoor ball room. We had our ceremony outside and the reception inside. Despite some rain on the day of the wedding, the venue was exceptional to work with. The food was delicious, bar service was great, and overall we had an amazing day/night. Marc Dabagian is the coordinator at the venue and helped us every step of the way! His love, kindness, and passion for wedding planning is incomparable to others we considered. You can’t go wrong by utilizing all this venue has to offer! Our guest continue to talk about how much fun they had, and how great the venue and the venue staff were.
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Beth Sent on 04/25/2018
5 out of 5 rating
This was our second event held at The Garden and working with Marc. We loved it so much the first time we had another wedding reception there! I can't say enough good things about it...from the amazing staff, the excellent food, the beautiful space indoors and outdoors, to the planning process and ease of working with them...they made our daughter's wedding day perfect. BOTH times! HIGHLY Recommend!
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Erin Sent on 04/19/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Everything was great, this was the second time we have used this location and there's a reason we went back!
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Amy Sent on 04/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I love Marc! We opted for a different venue but we're using The Garden on Millbrook's off-site catering, which we decided based just on meeting Marc. We hadn't even tasted the food at that point. Now that we have actually tasted the food, we're even more excited to be working with him. Everything was so delicious! Our photographer asked what other vendors we're using, and when I told her Marc's our caterer she said she loves him too! It's really nice to know our vendors enjoy working together, I think that shows a lot about their professionalism and quality of service. Our wedding isn't until August so I can't speak to the actual event yet, but Marc has already put in so much work and been so helpful I really wanted to give a review already! He responds so quickly to emails, it's like somehow his answer is already in my inbox as I'm hitting send. It's magic! He has offered really helpful support anytime I have questions about the menu and so many other things not at all related to the meal...scheduling, referrals, anything we ask, he's on it! It's very, very clear from his responses he truly knows what he's doing and yet he's incredibly tactful when offering suggestions. Anything he says is with a tone of leaving it totally up to us, just offering the benefit of his experience, which is exactly what I was hoping for. I'm really glad we booked with him and can't wait to enjoy his services on our big day!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

9 Endorsements
Oak City Films Oak City Films Wedding Videographers

We've had the opportunity to do wedding films at the Garden on several occasions and have a few coming up that we're excited about. We ALWAYS enjoy seeing a couple who is using the Garden as their venue. First of all, the staff at the Garden on Millbrook is incredible. Marc and Adelaide are both phenomenal people with a very down to earth personality. We've enjoyed the food and hospitality of the Garden on numerous occasions and you will be blown away by both. The venue is a great backdrop too. Whether you do a lot of custom touches or leave it mostly as is, we've filmed both ways and it always looks great! Whether you choose to do both your ceremony+reception there (one of our favorite setups) or just your reception. You simply cannot go wrong with choosing the Garden as your venue (or caterer!).

Confectionate Cakes Confectionate Cakes Wedding Cakes

I highly recommend The Garden. It is a beautiful place both inside and out, not to mention, they are so nice and a joy to work with. The Garden on Millbrook is easy to get to and has plenty of parking.

Simply Cakes Simply Cakes Wedding Cakes

I have been working with The Garden on Millbrook for many years. Not only is their food amazing and their setups beautiful, but as a vendor, they always answer the phone when I have a question, the setup is all ready for us when we arrive, with the room being at the perfect temperature (even on a 100 degree day) which is VERY important when you are setting up a cake! It must be a fun place to work, because everyone is always "up" and really enjoys their job. I highly recommend The Garden!!

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The Garden On Millbrook frequently asked questions

At The Garden On Millbrook, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at The Garden On Millbrook includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The Garden On Millbrook offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
The Garden On Millbrook offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At The Garden On Millbrook, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Italian
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At The Garden On Millbrook, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
The Garden On Millbrook provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, The Garden On Millbrook offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
The Garden On Millbrook is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in average response time, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.
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