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Venue 1223 is a premier wedding venue and catering company in Bluffton, South Carolina. The venue and Downtown Catering Company offer a truly unique wedding experience. From the moment you make the first phone call until you say “I do,” this team of exceptional event professionals offers the best in service and sophistication. Venue 1223 offers both indoor and outdoor facilities, marked by elegance and true Southern charm. You’ll be able to customize your experience with a world-class catering menu and decor inspirations from fine Southern estates. Choose Venue 1223 for a refined and relaxed wedding day experience.

Facilities and Capacity
Venue 1223 offers both indoor and outdoor facilities with a combined 125 guest capacity. The outdoor courtyard offers an intimate setting with cafe lighting and rustic decor. This area is perfect for ceremonies as well as for a casual cocktail hour. The indoor dining area is characterized by beautiful vaulted ceilings, low mood lighting, and luxury restrooms. The venue provides plenty of onsite parking for your guests. The venue features an open floor plan for you to customize to your exact wedding day needs. Venue 1223 and the Downtown Catering Company also partner with several venues in Historic Beaufort and Hilton Head Island for larger events.


Services Offered
Venue 1223 ensures every couple has a one of a kind wedding day, completely stress-free and without having to lift a finger. They help plan, prepare, and execute your big day. They also pair you with their onsite, award-winning culinary team to create a fantastic menu everyone on your guest list will love. Regardless of your wedding day dreams, Venue 1223 will make them come true down to the last detail.

Cuisine
The Downtown Catering Company is the parent company of Venue 1223. They offer delicious cuisine delivered to Bluffton residents, as well as spectacular event catering for every couple’s tastes. You can choose between a buffet, plated, or family style meal with unique options for your rehearsal dinner and wedding brunch included. Venue 1223 even has a food truck, The Curbside Kitchen, for more casual events. Downtown Catering Company provides Lowcountry favorites along with fine dining options. Your wedding menu can include a grits and biscuits bar, along with carving stations and late night snacks served after dinner.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,850

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,850

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

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?

$26

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer

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

40

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Loft

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
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
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
June
July
August

Reviews of Venue 1223

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Whitney Sent on 02/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Dedicated and Wonderful Team to work with!

Leah and the team at Downtown Catering were amazing! We had a plan A and a plan B for rain but the weather took a turn on us and dropped a substantial amount of rain very quickly putting our venue basically under water about 2 hours before show time. They worked with the Beaufort Inn and within minutes had come up with a PLAN C....and they executed it perfectly. We know it was not easy...they literally moved our entire wedding to another venue two blocks down the road with only two hours to make it happen. Everyone seemed to stay calm and rally together to make it work and allowed me (bride) to stay indoors and hang out with my girls getting ready!:) I barely knew of all the craziness occurring outside because they just made a plan, asked for my ok, then and made it happen. All I can say is how grateful I am that we had Leah and her team that day....it was one of the most incredible days of our life and it didn't matter whether it happened under the Spanish Moss hung trees, in a garden or indoors in a rustic/contemporary space. All we cared about was getting married and having our friends/family together and this team helped to make that happen and to make it beautiful despite the many changes that occurred in a short amount of time. I would highly recommend Downtown Catering if you are looking for a planner/team to work alongside...they made sure the day was nothing short of special and incredible!
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Nicole Sent on 05/26/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The food provided for my wedding was AMAZING and the highlight of the evening. We had a carving station and the attendant was extremely professional. The staff was not only polite but went above and beyond to make sure the groom and I were always well taken care of with drinks and food!!! I will definitely be using this company again! They really worked with us on the menu and the end result was exactly what I was looking for.
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Jill Sent on 06/07/2016
5 out of 5 rating
DELICIOUS. ORGANIZED. ENTHUSIASTIC. Leah and her team did an outstanding job at our wedding located at Honey Horn plantation in Hilton Head. So many of our guests commented on how awesome the food was! I envisioned an upscale, elegant southern menu and that is exactly what they did without making it too formal. The brisket, shrimp and grits, collards, tomato pie (still thinking about the tomato pie!) were to die for. Her staff was so nice and professional. Future brides, it is a hectic day and even though so many people will tell you "you aren't going to have time to eat at your wedding", that is not the case with Leah. Her team made sure I had a full plate at my seat and that I sat down and ate - for that I am SO grateful! Do yourself and your guests a favor by hiring Downtown Catering for your next event!
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