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The Reception Center by Mayer Catering is a wedding venue located in Matawan, New Jersey that has a long standing reputation of genuine hospitality and impeccable service. This family-owned business provides couples with affordable luxury for their wedding day.

Facilities and Capacity
The Grand Ballroom is an elegant space covered in drapery and decor that accommodates up to 275 guests, featuring neutral tones that bring out its beauty. There is also a separate party room that can be used for smaller events and seated dinners. The garden area is a fun outdoor space that is surrounded by bushes and shrubbery, allowing couples to have an extended area for their reception.

Services Offered
The Reception Center at Saint Clement specializes in celebrating one wedding at a time, making sure to give each couple the attention they deserve on their special day. They will surely exceed all of your expectations and ensure that no detail is short of perfection. If you book this venue, you will be provided with the following rentals and services:

  • Bridal suite
  • Setup and cleanup
  • Event planning
  • Lighting and sound
  • Chairs and tables
  • Drapery and decor
  • Floral centerpieces
  • Coordinator to oversee details
  • Choice of color overlay and napkins
  • Classical pianist for cocktail hour
  • Maitre d'
  • Place seating and direction card
  • China, linens and glassware
  • Hand carved ice sculpture


Cuisine
The Reception Center has had over three generations of experience in catering and creating exquisite cuisine. Their menus come in three different packages, where you can choose from the following selections:

  • Eight butler passed hors d’oeuvres
  • Antipasto station
  • Specialty stations
  • Personalized wedding cake
  • Open bar with champagne toast
  • Three entrees
  • Gourmet salads
  • Viennese hour
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Frequently asked questions

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

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during 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?

$625

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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

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

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
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?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of The Reception Center by Mayer Catering

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The Reception Center receives rave reviews for their exceptional service, delicious food, and beautiful venue. Reviewers praise Marybeth and her team for their attentiveness, helpfulness, and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Guests are impressed with the quality of service, the affordability of the venue, and the seamless execution of their weddings, recommending The Reception Center for a stress-free and extraordinary experience.

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The Reception Center receives rave reviews for their exceptional service, delicious food, and beautiful venue. Reviewers praise Marybeth and her team for their attentiveness, helpfulness, and professionalism throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. Guests are impressed with the quality of service, the affordability of the venue, and the seamless execution of their weddings, recommending The Reception Center for a stress-free and extraordinary experience.

Michele
Michele Sent on 12/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

I can't say enough things about The Reception Center and their team!!! We had such a fabulous time at our own wedding and we owe it all to Marybeth and her staff. The staff is incredible. So attentive, made sure everything was perfect. It all went better and smoother than I could have ever imagined. From start to finish, the planning process, communication, help with finding vendors, dealing with last minute requests from us with a smile and a YES. Everyone who attended said the food was incredible (I wish I had eaten more, I wouldn’t have eaten at all most likely had it not been for the staff! They made me a plate and made me sit for 5 minutes and eat something, so grateful to them for that!) We had such an unbelievable time at our own wedding because we never had to think of a thing once it got started!
This place is amazing and the most reasonably priced place we found to boot. They could easily charge more and it would still be worth it. I can't thank them enough for giving us such an extraordinary evening through all of their hard work. It was an amazing night and they made it happen! We thank them from the bottom of our hearts.
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Emily Sent on 11/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best night!

Our wedding at The Reception Center was beyond all our expectations. The guests are still calling us and raving about the food and service. Thank you, Marybeth, Brian and The Reception Center staff for a night we will never forget!
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Kaitlin Sent on 10/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommended!

From the very start of our wedding planning, Marybeth made everything so much less stressful. She was always willing to answer any and all questions. She is extremely knowledgeable! On the day of our wedding, Marybeth was there to check in with us to make sure everything was going just as planned. We highly recommend the Reception Center for a wedding because it is a beautiful venue and all of the staff are extremely kind and helpful!
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Stephanie Sent on 05/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

4.22.2023 Wedding - absolutely AMAZING!

The best kept secret in Monmouth County, truly. Their wedding coordinator, Marybeth, is a saint. From the moment we had our tour, I got the best vibes from her - I knew this would be our venue and we would be in good hands…and we were! Communication was spot-on over the 1.5 years we had the wedding booked - all my incessant (and sometimes irrational 🤣) emails were answered with compassion. I had very specific details for decor and Marybeth and the team truly delivered (we used a combination of our decor and theirs - they have absolutely beautiful centerpieces with silk florals). We ended up with the most beautiful spring day and were able to do our first look in their “picture garden”
The food was amazing, staff was amazing, everything was amazing. They took such good care of us the night of - the wait staff was so professional, our maitre’d was always available to us, my drink was never empty… we spent the whole night on the dance floor and they packed our food and desserts for us to take home. Pricing was affordable, but quality did not lack at all. I could go on and on and on but to sum it up, if I could do this whole process over, I would choose the reception center again and again. I just hope and pray that someone I know gets married there so I can be a guest 😂
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Donte Sent on 03/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best place for events

The Reception Center was the best venue me and my wife used. The place is beautiful and the staff is great. Very affordable. They will work with you and the budget your trying to still too. Highly recommended!!
Giselle
Giselle Sent on 01/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional

Marybeth and her staff are truly amazing . From the moment we booked to the day of our wedding, everything was perfect. What an amazing venue !!!!!
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Alex Sent on 11/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best Hidden Gem!

This place is a hidden gem! We had our reception here and it was perfect. Marybeth was so helpful throughout the process and so was our maitre d the day of our wedding. They set up the venue for us and it looked so much better than we could have imagined. The maitre d was so accommodating and always had drinks and food ready for us. The food was amazing and they made the whole evening stress free for us. We highly recommend the reception
C
Caitlin Sent on 10/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Happy COVID Couple

Covid wedding planning is no joke! The Reception Center and Marybeth made our planning less stressful and were understanding throughout the whole process. Our wedding day was finally in August. It was an amazing day! Our cocktail hour and all the food were great. Our maitre 'd, Amina, was wonderful along with the rest of the staff. We could not have asked for a better day! We highly recommend the venue to others.
K
Kerri Sent on 10/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Book here!

My cousin got married here in 2011. Since that day I always knew this is the venue I would hosting my reception at one day! The food and service were just that unforgettable. Though my fiance and I toured many venues we both decided The Reception Center was the place for us! Our original wedding date was for July 2020 and we postponed to September 2021. Marybeth made this process as stress free as possible I am so grateful!
For the past month we still have guests reaching out to tell us how incredible the food was.

Thank you to everyone at The Reception Center for making our Wedding day PERFECT!
-Kerri & Chris
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Fran Sent on 10/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Day

My daughter and son in law got married at The Reception Center last month!
From start to finish everything was perfect! Thank you for everything.
We look forward to hosting events again in the future!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Beechtree Design Beechtree Design Wedding Invitations

The Reception Center is a wonderful family run venue with great service and delicious food! Having my own wedding there in November of 2010 I can tell you from personal experience the venue and service does not compare! Everything was perfect and they make it stress free during the planning!

Peter Dant Photography Peter Dant Photography Wedding Photographers

Great facility, great staff and great food. I highly recommend The Reception Center at Saint Clement to all my clients & friends.

Adam Saber Event Entertainment Adam Saber Event Entertainment Wedding DJs

Adam Saber Event Entertainment has been working at the Reception Center for many years. Within last few years, we had the honor of being made an preferred vendor with The Reception Center and I can not begin to say what an amazing venue they are! Their food is with out a doubt, the best food, whether you choose a sit down or buffet, its prepared for perfection. The room is large in size and they are investing in the newest uplighting technology to provide a decor that meets your desires. With two large bars, there is never a line and the bartenders are professional all the way... I highly recommend The Reception Center and know anyone who chooses them, will not be disappointed.

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The Reception Center by Mayer Catering frequently asked questions

The Reception Center by Mayer Catering includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Reception Center by Mayer Catering includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Reception Center by Mayer Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Reception Center by Mayer Catering for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
The Reception Center by Mayer Catering offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Reception Center by Mayer Catering offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Reception Center by Mayer Catering offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
The Reception Center by Mayer Catering offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Reception Center by Mayer Catering 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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