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Ken Broccoli
Ken Broccoli
Sales Director

53 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

5 team members

The Woodwinds is an award-winning wedding and events venue in Branford, Connecticut. With stunning gardens, landscaped patios, a grand staircase, and marble dance floors, the venue has the feel of an elegant European country manor. Offering intimate garden weddings, superior cuisine, and elegant ballrooms, The Woodwinds is the perfect setting for any dream wedding. Acquired in 2007 by Owner and Executive Chef, Antonio Suppa, the venue combines the highest level of family-style service, exquisite Italian cuisine, and amenities.

Facilities and Capacity

WoodWinds features two elegant ballrooms, which can also be combined into one flowing, spectacular room for the ultimate experience, can accommodate up to 600 guests. Each room features a marble dance floor perfect for dancing the night away, and elegant dining rentals create an atmosphere fit for royalty. A pair of luxurious suites offer comfort and privacy to get ready, and both allow food and beverage accommodations. In addition to these spaces, up to 200 guests can be hosted at the restaurant, Café Allegre. There is also a reception area named The Foyer that greets guests with well-appointed facilities and amenities. An alternative to indoor settings, a ceremony may be set up outside on the lawn for an open-air celebration.

Services Offered

The Woodwinds can be the perfect venue for all occasions. Bridal suite use is included in event rentals, and event planning is available through in-house services. Catering can be accommodated by The Woodwinds staff or by an outside vendor of the couple's preference. Event rentals are made available to bring a dream-come-true event to life, as is both lighting and a dance floor. Servers and bartenders complete a well-rounded event, ensuring that guests are both happy and satisfied.

Cuisine

The Woodwinds has various menus that couples can select from for their big day. This includes a range of premium, buffet, and sit-down meals. Also available are hors d'oeuvres, platter enhancements, and late-night snacks. Wedding cakes can be created on request and are sized per the number of guests attending the wedding. Cake tops and fresh flowers can be added on as extra embellishments, making for a stunning centerpiece for any wedding occasion.

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FAQ

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

Yes

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
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
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

75

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

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The Woodwinds stands out as a highly recommended wedding venue with fantastic service according to various reviewers. Guests praised the venue's beautiful aesthetics, the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff, and the outstanding quality of the food. Additionally, the venue is noted for offering affordable wedding packages, making it a great choice for couples on a budget. Despite a few minor hiccups, such as small organizational issues and shared lobby spaces during two weddings simultaneously, reviewers overall had a wonderful experience and appreciated the overall value provided by The Woodwinds for their special day.

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The Woodwinds stands out as a highly recommended wedding venue with fantastic service according to various reviewers. Guests praised the venue's beautiful aesthetics, the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff, and the outstanding quality of the food. Additionally, the venue is noted for offering affordable wedding packages, making it a great choice for couples on a budget. Despite a few minor hiccups, such as small organizational issues and shared lobby spaces during two weddings simultaneously, reviewers overall had a wonderful experience and appreciated the overall value provided by The Woodwinds for their special day.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 186 reviews
Google
4.7/5 620 reviews
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Victoria Sent on 11/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Perfect

Woodwinds catered my wedding offsite in October and we could not have had a better experience. From the very first conversation with Randy it was clear that they were professionals. The planning was seamless and communication was great, any questions were answered promptly and they had dates set to go over certain aspects of the wedding which helped me stay on top of things.

During the wedding everything on their end was incredibly smooth, we especially appreciated having someone bringing us food and drinks while we ran around taking photos and speaking to guests. Food was awesome and we got a lot of comments on the dishes especially the lamb. Was so happy with all the choices for the buffet and the appetizers.


I would 100% have Woodwinds cater another party for us in future and would recommend them highly for any occasion. They took a huge weight off our shoulders during the planning process.
Dana
Dana Sent on 03/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue!!!

The Wooodwinds was an absolutely perfect venue for our February 2025 wedding!!! The venue is absolutely beautiful and the staff that we worked with were fantastic throughout the entire process! Not to mention that the price compared to every other venue in Connecticut that we looked at was unbeatable! Even though the price was reasonable, that didn’t take away from the quality of the food, ballroom, and quality of service! The staff made all of our wedding dreams come true and we wouldn’t have changed a thing! They made us feel comfortable and supported throughout the entire planning process!!!!
Alicia
Alicia Sent on 12/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best venue in ct! ❤︯

The BEST wedding venue in CT!!! If you are looking for a ballroom aesthetic and top tier customer service Woodwinds is IT! I’ve toured several other venues in CT and NO other venue compared to The Woodwinds. Their staff is truly amazing at what they do. As a family ran business their value in customer service is the absolute best and they truly go above and beyond.🤍🤍🤍
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Ken Broccoli
Ken Broccoli
Sales Director
Chef Silvio Suppa
Chef Silvio Suppa
Owner

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Wonderful setting for a beautiful wedding! Every details is handled with care and love. I often think the couple must be related to the WoodWinds team, Then I realize they, like us, put the couple first and will do anything within their power to insure the couple has an amazing wedding day! We love them so much we even had our daughter's wedding at Woodwinds in 2008! Scott was amazing then and now! The whole team was spectacular!

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