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About

The Mansion on Delaware Avenue is a luxury wedding and reception venue in Buffalo, New York. The historic mansion-turned-hotel is the perfect setting for weddings that aim to blend historic and modern elements. Couples can marvel at the gorgeous bay windows and amazingly detailed structure while they dance the night away in the updated interior.

Facilities and Capacity
The Mansion can accommodate up to 168 seated guests or 200 with serving stations for your reception in the beautiful Grand Salon. It boasts 15-foot floor-to-ceiling windows bringing natural light for incredible photos. The Salon includes a fireplace, white oak wainscoting, ornate wood carvings and an adjacent private terrace. The Library offers an intimate feel, with its own fireplace, bright windows and historic details.

Services Offered
Couples will work with the staff at The Mansion to design the perfect wedding. They will help you decide on floral arrangements, music, photography and all other wedding details. In addition to help with wedding planning, The Mansion on Delaware Avenue offers in-house catering and bar services.

Cuisine
The Mansion's catering team offers award-winning cuisine to your guests, including unique food and beverage staging, creative wine pairings and fresh ingredients picked from the hotel’s own private city garden. Work with the team to design a menu that complements your wedding theme and unique tastes.

Accommodation
The venue offers accommodations for you and your guests who want to stay the night before or after the wedding. They offer 28 guest rooms and suites for your convenience.

History
Renovated by architect George M. Allison as the Second Empire Structure, The Mansion on Delaware Avenue was originally a private residents built in 1869 and called The House of Light due to its many, many windows. The exterior of the building is registered with the Historical Society for the preservation of George Allison’s 19th century American Gothic Second Empire design.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Hotel
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

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

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of The Mansion on Delaware Avenue

Katie
Katie Sent on 10/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Special Day at the Mansion

The Mansion on Delaware is a beautiful venue and perfect for making your event feel special and intimate!
We loved that we had the option to rent out the Mansion and have our guests centered around the venue. The staff was so great during the wedding but also throughout our guests’ stay. We loved chatting with everyone who worked at the Mansion and they all added to our experience.
Throughout planning, Colleen was great to talk to and was knowledgeable about the venue and was great at giving advice on menu, best layout, and table styling options. It was also great when she knew some of our vendors from previous events and could give us extra confidence that they knew how to execute their jobs well at the Masion.
The food is particularly impressive at the Mansion and we had multiple guests tell us afterwards that they were surprised at how well they were able to execute wedding food (especially fish!). Guests staying at the Mansion also received breakfast which was delicious.
We especially wanted our venue to have lodging options and historic features and if either of those or quality food are important to you, I would highly recommend!
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Alyssa Sent on 09/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Reception Venue

Overall we are very pleased with MODA. The culinary professionals and coordinators were outstanding. Our wedding reception flowed effortlessly and the food, decor, and vibes were spot on (elegant, classy). Colleen is a joy to work with! One of the rooms my MOA stayed in had a few malfunctions, phone not working and no robes available but these are minor things. Otherwise, 10/10 experience. What a historically classy and graceful venue!
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Emily Sent on 12/29/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Place for a Reception

The venue was the perfect setting for our wedding of just under 100 guests. It was intimate but the tables weren't on top of each other. Having the cocktail hour outside on the terrace was absolutely beautiful. The butlers serving wine and appetizers was a nice touch. The food was outstanding and the dessert table display was phenomenal. The menu had a variety of options including Buffalo favorites & twists on classic comfort food. The Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato Soup Shooters was a crowd favorite. The staff and the coordinators that we worked with were wonderful. They were responsive to our requests and emails were answered in a timely fashion. I would definitely recommend this venue.
Abby
Abby Sent on 06/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. From the first meeting to any email leading up to the event was professional and prompt. Jamie was amazing as serving as our day of coordinator. Everything was set up and handled the day of so I didn't have to stress a bit. The food was also excellent, everyone had a clear plate!
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Edward Sent on 07/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had our son's wedding rehearsal dinner at The Mansion in July 2016. What an elegant setting for an unforgettable event. The decor, atmosphere and food were perfect as was the staff. Superb and attentive assistance in planning everything. The gardens provided a great location for the cocktail hour with valet parking and a saxophonist providing a great backdrop. A special place for an memorable event.
EmilyJ
Emily Sent on 05/28/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I had an amazing wedding thanks to the mansion!
I literally did nothing the afternoon of; it was so relaxing to know your wedding vision was in good hands.

Patty and geno were always quick to respond to all of my questions, so matter how silly they must have seemed.

Overal, just a great wedding day, stress free with amazing food.
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Katie Sent on 06/05/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My new husband and I had our wedding reception at The Mansion on Delaware Avenue. It completely exceeded our hopes and expectations for our wedding! Patty and Geno were a pleasure to work with during the planning process and made great suggestions that really enhanced our reception- such as a saxophone player during the cocktail hour, a parisian dessert buffet, and a gelato cart for the end of the night. We had a lot of out of town guests, so we were able to "take over" the whole mansion on Saturday night. I highly recommend this if you can do it! It was so much fun to have everyone stay in the same place and we were able to utilize all of the beautiful rooms in the Mansion. Our guests loved staying there, and we did, too!!

Our guests have told us that this is the best wedding they have ever attended. The service was impeccable. The butlers were waiting with trays of wine and champagne when guests arrived, which eliminated the long lines that are typical at most wedding bars. One of the butlers, Will, even ran to get people's cars in the pouring rain at the end of the night even if they didn't use the complimentary valet. The food was phenomenal- our guests were raving about the sea bass and the filet, as well as the appetizers.

I cannot recommend this venue highly enough! The Mansion really helped showcase all that Buffalo has to offer. We can't wait to come back and stay there on our anniversary!!

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User2090341 Sent on 04/07/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We had a very untraditional wedding but the MoDA worked with us to bring our vision of the perfect day to life. They offered input when needed but really made it exactly what we wanted. They were so helpful and professional. The day turned out perfect. The rooms were beautiful and the food was unbelievable!
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Julie Sent on 07/08/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Patty, Geno, Lisa and the entire team at the Mansion is OUTSTANDING!! Every detail was looked after. The food was fantastic and the venue is stunning and provided an amazing backdrop for my wedding. I could not have asked for anyplace more perfect.
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Rachel Sent on 07/18/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We knew from the first visit that this was the perfect place for our reception! The owner, Gino, asked us what our vision was for the evening and from there he helped us see it come to life! Patty and Lisa were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and responsive. The venue is beautiful, the service was 5 star, the food took it to a whole new level! I would highly recommend this venue, Gino and his team, to anyone looking for personal service with attention to every detail. It was a perfect evening!!

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