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The Wilshire Grand Caterers is a glamorous banquet venue that is located in West Orange, New Jersey. Located within The Wilshire Grand Hotel, his venue boasts stunning ballrooms, memorable ceremony gardens, outdoor patio areas, and more! With ample space, The Wilshire is an ideal spot for rehearsal dinners, after-parties, and more. Their staff goes above and beyond to ensure the comfort of their guests, offering things like complimentary LED lighting and the option of open bars.

Facilities and Capacity

This hotel boasts a comprehensive selection of refined event spaces to accommodate a range of special wedding celebrations. From cocktail hours on romantically lit patios to receptions held under glittering chandeliers, The Wilshire has a place to suit every wedding function. Newly renovated ballrooms set the stage for both large, extravagant occasions and intimate affairs. Couples can choose between the Grand Ballroom, Tuscany Ballroom, or modern Loft at 350, all featuring dance floors and tasteful interior design and decor. The Wine Cellar, the Garden Room, and the Regency Room are additional options for distinguished wedding events, featuring both indoor and outdoor areas. The hotel’s various outdoor spaces showcase beautifully maintained gardens, waterfalls, and fireplaces. Luxurious get-ready suites, wheelchair-accessible facilities, and onsite parking areas are other notable features of this venue.

Services Offered

The team of professionals at The Wilshire strives to provide couples with an all-inclusive wedding destination. Guests can take advantage of a multitude of event resources like comprehensive catering options and services that see to essential wedding preparations. A wide selection of event rental items are available, ranging from rich furnishings and audiovisual equipment to luxe decor and a premier photo booth. The Wilshire staff also aims to take care of any matters involving each event’s setup and teardown. Couples booking at this venue are sure to find that almost every essential wedding day detail is tended to by the hotel’s experienced personnel.

Cuisine

Extensive catering services cover all necessary dining and drinking requirements. The Wilshire culinary team welcomes specific requests to tailor wedding menus to suit each couple. A variety of service formats are available, from buffet and serving stations to formal sit-down dinners. Some of the services included in their catering packages include:

  • Bartenders and wait staff
  • Butler-passed Hors d' oeuvres in white Gloved service
  • Desserts, wedding cake, and cake-cutting services
  • House, premium, and signature beverage options
  • Innovative drink stations and displays

Accommodations

Coupled and their guests requiring overnight accommodation can choose one of The Wilshire’s 89 guest suites. Fully equipped with modern comforts and conveniences, each room boasts on-trend design and luxurious amenities. Accommodations include pet-friendly options so that no special guests are left out.

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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?

Yes

Which of the following are included in 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 Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
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Reviews of The Wilshire Caterers

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
195 reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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The Wilshire Caterers is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional service, beautiful venue, and delicious food. Patrick and his staff at The Loft at 350 are described as miracle workers who helped make wedding dreams come true on short notice. Travis at The Wilshire is commended for being accommodating, working within budget constraints, and providing extra details to enhance the wedding experience. Reviewers also highlight the attentive staff, stunning decor, and overall seamless execution of events at The Wilshire. The inclusive packages, variety of food options, and flexibility in handling last-minute changes are also appreciated by guests.

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The Wilshire Caterers is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional service, beautiful venue, and delicious food. Patrick and his staff at The Loft at 350 are described as miracle workers who helped make wedding dreams come true on short notice. Travis at The Wilshire is commended for being accommodating, working within budget constraints, and providing extra details to enhance the wedding experience. Reviewers also highlight the attentive staff, stunning decor, and overall seamless execution of events at The Wilshire. The inclusive packages, variety of food options, and flexibility in handling last-minute changes are also appreciated by guests.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 195 reviews
Google
4.8/5 70 reviews
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Laura C. Sent on 10/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Experience

If you are looking for a venue that is not a typical ballroom (though they have ballrooms as an option) you MUST check out The Loft at 350... Patrick and his staff are true miracle workers. My daughter found out less than 2 weeks before her wedding that their venue closed and they needed to pivot and find a venue. We all met with Patrick and he immediately made us feel at ease and worked with us to help make their dreams come true. We were able to have the wedding outside which was perfect. I truly could not say enough nice things about Patrick and his ENTIRE staff. They made their dreams come true. If you are looking for a venue that is attentive, on top of things and make you feel like you are the only ones that matter, give Patrick a call! They will NOT disappoint!
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Catherine Sent on 05/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable Experience!

The Wilshire Caterers did an amazing job for my wedding! If I could give them 100 stars I would! Our guests raved about how beautiful the venue is, the food and service! My bridal attendants were amazing and were always there to assist my husband and I. Richard and Matt were excellent to work with. They walked us through every step of the way and made sure everything ran smoothly. I can’t thank them enough for our wonderful experience and I hope to work with them again or even be a wedding guest at The Wilshire!
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Geri K. Sent on 07/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our Dreams at The Wilshire

I don't even know where to start. One of the top two best decisions that my husband and I made throughout all of our wedding planning, was booking The Wilshire for our reception. Joe'l, Kirby, and the rest of the staff and professionals at The Wilshire were outstanding. The food was amazing! We worked closely with Joe'l, who's one of the Director of Events. She made sure that we had plenty of food from cocktail hour brought to us in a private dining area near the bridal salon. There was so much food for us, we hardly got through a quarter of it, and everything we tasted was delicious. They were also kind enough to bring our dinner to us early and again in a private dining area so that we could actually eat and enjoy our meal. Many of our guests reached out to let us know how much they enjoyed the food at The Wilshire during both the cocktail hour and dinner reception, which seemed to be a pleasant surprise for them as most people expect good food during cocktail hour and mediocre food during the main course. However, at The Wilshire, you will get exceptional food during both! We had a bridal attendant, Mikayla, who took care of us and made sure we had drinks when we wanted. They checked in with us often to make sure that we were happy with everything. After the reception, we stayed at The Wilshire Grand Hotel, and Joe'l made sure that we had an extra meal each, packed and stored in our hotel room fridge for us to enjoy after the party. All of our guests seemed extremely satisfied with the bartenders as well, who were making mixed drinks and did an excellent job making our signature cocktails—they were delicious. I'm trying to think of something that the team at The Wilshire could do to make the service better, but I can't think of anything because we thought they were absolutely perfect. We are so happy with how beautifully our wedding reception went.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
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Real Weddings

Roxana & Yuriy
70 photos · 10/15/2021
Sara & Peter
81 photos · 09/02/2018
Emily & Blake
79 photos · 08/31/2018

Professional Network & Endorsements

11 Endorsements
Dean Michaels Studio Dean Michaels Studio Wedding Photographers

The Wilshire is fantastic!

Tri-State Weddings Tri-State Weddings Wedding Officiants

Lovely place to have a wedding or any other function for that matter!

Bridal Music Bridal Music Wedding Musicians

Dear Concerned Couples! The Wiilshire Caterers -- and Wilshire Hotel -- located in West Orange, NJ, is an excellent facility for your Wedding Day Celebration! Visit their lovely website for immediate details! http://wilshirecaterers.com/ Most Sincerely, Flutist Michele, Bridal Music, Toms River, NJ

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The Wilshire Caterers frequently asked questions

The Wilshire Caterers 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 Wilshire Caterers 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 Wilshire Caterers includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The Wilshire Caterers 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 quality of service, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.

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