Watermill Caterers

We had our wedding at The Watermill in Smithtown, and it was truly perfect from start to finish. The service was outstanding — every single person we interacted with went above and beyond to make our day smooth, beautiful, and stress-free.

Our room was absolutely gorgeous, and the entire venue felt warm, elegant, and thoughtfully prepared. Rob and his team were incredible to work with throughout the planning and coordination process. They made everything so easy, kept us organized, and ensured every detail of our event ran flawlessly.

On the day of, Shawn,  Olivia, and the staff were amazing. They were attentive, compassionate, and seemed to anticipate what we needed before we even asked. The whole team worked together seamlessly, and we genuinely felt cared for the entire time.

And the food… phenomenal. Our guests haven’t stopped talking about how delicious everything was.

If you’re looking for a wedding venue with top-tier service, a beautiful setting, and a team of true professionals, The Watermill is everything you could hope for. We couldn’t be happier with our experience.

We had an amazing experience working with Watermill from start to finish. The team was so easy to talk to throughout the planning process, which made everything feel less stressful and more fun. When there was a mistake on my seating chart, they swapped it around without making a fuss.

On the day of our wedding, their staff blew us away with how hard they worked to make sure every detail was perfect. The venue itself was so beautiful and elegant with their thoughtful decorations. They are always working to renovate and update the spaces, even though it’s already so gorgeous. We saved a ton on decorations because we felt that the venue was already so petty! We had some rain and had to move our ceremony indoors last minute, but the staff made the switch with ease and our guests had no clue. The indoor chapel is just as beautiful as the outdoor space so our photos still look incredible.

They went above and beyond what we expected, treating our guests like family and taking care of all the little things we didn't even think to ask for. The food was absolutely incredible and we had so many people say it was the best wedding they have ever been to! We felt like we got SO much without having to pay for any "upgrades".

All of our vendors-- DJ, photographer, videographer, and florist-- told us they genuinely love doing weddings at Watermill because the staff is amazing and the space is beautifully set up to allow them to do their job with ease. I think it says a lot when other people in the wedding industry go out of their way to mention something like that!

We can't recommend Watermill enough!

I am a very Type A and DIY person. I had such a specific vision for what I wanted my wedding to be and had to come to terms with the fact that on the wedding day, I cannot actually do everything myself. So when I was looking at venues support staff and competency was priority number 1 with good food priority 2. When I was touring venues, I looked at a couple of other spots, even some that fit the aesthetic I was going for a bit more (our theme was like a forest fantasy vibe and while Watermill’s space is beautiful, it’s more classy modern than rustic castley vibes) and what stood apart for me was the fact that I could tell they had their act together and anyone I had asked if they had ever attended a wedding at Watermill said something along the lines of “oh yeah, that place is great, really good food”. And so landed on doing our wedding there and I could NOT be happier with that decision.

As a wedding, they provide 4 staff (2 bridal/groom attendants, a maître d’, and a captain). As someone who has worked in theatre, I did not love that there was more than one wedding happening in a day, because I know that it’s so easy to have confusion, but let me tell you, the Watermill staff is so competent and runs like a well oiled machine that it was never an issue. I was admittedly a challenging bride when it comes to the stuff I brought in (I did my own centerpieces, nearly 8ft tall seating chart, had quite a few extra favor/guestbook tables) and they never once made me feel like I was being difficult (I would have in their position!). Our team was Richie, Jessica, Christina, and Olivia, and WOW do they rock. We had everything we needed and more and I cannot thank them enough. The day of the wedding went so smoothly, Every time I asked about something it was either already handled (if it was a normal wedding thing) or it was quickly done (like “I forgot the bag that has my marriage license in the bridal suite, can you grab for me?”

You always hear the bride and groom done get to eat, well that was so true, so Watermill squirrels you away a little bit of everything from cocktail hour for a brief 15 minute pause between cocktail hour and reception so we got to eat the INCREDIBLE food including the sushi bar which was my personal favorite.

All of our guests RAVED about the wedding and several said it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to and significant portion of that credit goes to Watermill for making my dream wedding happen. I cannot thank them enough.

My fiancé and I just booked our wedding for next summer with Rob, and we couldn’t be more excited! From our very first visit to the Watermill, we truly felt like family. Rob made the entire process so comfortable and exciting — always welcoming our questions and helping us bring our dream wedding to life. We are beyond happy to be celebrating such a special day at the Watermill next summer and can’t wait for everything to come together! 🤍

My husband and I got married at the Watermill three weeks ago and are still completely blown away by our experience. In May 2024, just two weeks after getting engaged, we walked into the Watermill, planning for it to be the first venue we toured. After our meeting with Rob and seeing the property, we instantly knew it would also be the last. Rob made our initial visit unforgettable. He’s personable, professional, and genuinely made an effort to connect with us. We booked our wedding that very same day, and before we knew it, the big day was here. Our cocktail hour and reception were nothing short of magical. The Watermill is an absolute masterpiece in every sense—stunning atmosphere, exceptional service, and the best food we’ve ever had at a wedding (and we’re not just saying that because it was ours!). Our guests have been raving about the food ever since. From the endless cocktail hour options to the nine entrée choices during dinner, everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Beyond the food, the staff truly made the night unforgettable. I felt cared for every step of the way. Christina and Francesca, my incredible bridal attendants, made sure I always had a drink in hand, food on my plate, and even helped me change my shoes when my feet started to hurt. Our maître d’ was equally amazing—attentive, organized, and ensured the entire evening ran seamlessly. To the entire Watermill team, thank you for giving us the wedding of our dreams. Every detail was perfect, and we will cherish this day forever. If you’re looking for a venue that goes above and beyond in every possible way, look no further than the Watermill.

We recently celebrated our daughter's wedding at The Watermill, and we were absolutely thrilled with the entire experience. It was a flawless day from start to finish, and the credit goes entirely to their exceptional team.
Our journey began with Rob Drago, who helped us plan the event. Rob was professional, knowledgeable, and guided us with such ease—he made the entire planning process simple and stress-free.
On the day itself, our Maitre d', Sean, was truly masterful. He ran the event with polished expertise and an incredible calm. Sean, along with our wonderful attendants, Jessica and Antonia, addressed every single one of our needs with such subtlety. They were always one step ahead, making sure not just our family, but every single guest, felt welcomed and perfectly cared for.
And we must rave about the food! It was truly outstanding. From the cocktail hour to the main course, everything was prepared and presented beautifully, drawing constant praise from all our guests.
If you are looking for an elegant, all-inclusive venue with world-class service and a phenomenal team, we highly recommend The Watermill. They gave our daughter the perfect wedding day!
Thank you!!

What can I even say about The Watermill? Our entire experience, from the very beginning to the last dance, was beyond anything we could have imagined!
From the moment we met Rob, we knew we were in the best hands. He took over and made us feel like family right away, and that sense of care and connection never wavered. Every question we had, every little detail, we knew we could count on him. His knowledge and experience are unmatched, and we trusted him completely throughout the planning process which provided us with a much-needed sense of comfort.

When the big day arrived, it was nothing short of magic, truly. The entire team at The Watermill delivered an exceptional experience that felt effortless, seamless, and so full of love and care.
Our bridal attendant, Olivia, was an absolute gem. She was so natural, so attentive, and truly tuned into every need I had without me ever having to ask. She made such a difference during the entire evening and I'm so thankful we had her.
Our Maitre'D, Nick, was phenomenal. He was calm, collected, and totally in control. He was the first person out to our party bus when we arrived and didn't skip a beat from that moment on. The evening flowed perfectly because of him and we really enjoyed having him in control of our big day. Like Rob, his experience and knowledge is unmatched. He is so great at what he does.
Our captain, Dom, worked effortlessly behind the scenes, ensuring everyone was on the same page and that my husband and I had everything we needed. He was amazing!

We brought everything we needed ahead of time, and when we arrived, it was all set up exactly as I envisioned, without me lifting a finger. After 10 months of planning, that peace of mind was priceless and it was exactly what I needed. I did not have to use a single brain cell because of this team, and I was able to truly enjoy my wedding day and be in the moment the whole time.
The food was absolutely incredible and never-ending. The cocktail hour was overflowing with options, and we had 9 dinner entrees for guests to choose from (something we’d never seen at any other venue).
We are overall beyond thankful for The Watermill and their amazing team for not just understanding our vision, but truly bringing it to life in a way we’ll never forget. The icing on the cake was how everything was packed up so nicely for us to pick up the next day. They even saved the top of our wedding cake for us and left a beautiful message on the box. I cried reading it. Their attention to detail is just out of this world! If I could relive this day a hundred times over, I would—with this exact team, every single time.
There are no words to fully describe how perfect our day was and we can't thank the Watermill enough for making us feel so valued and important throughout it all! One of the best decisions we made for our wedding was having it at The Watermill!
*Photo Credit: Courtney Hotis Photo*

Highly highly recommend this venue!!

The grounds are absolutely gorgeous! We had our wedding at the end of November and it was set up with space heaters to keep warm. Cocktail hour had endless stations, all so delicious. So many of our guests continue to compliment the cocktail hour weeks after our wedding. We had our reception in the Vanderbilt room, newly renovated with an outdoor area outside just in time for our day. The staff was excellent, they made sure everything was perfect, always had food, a drink and anything we needed ready for us. Rob was amazing to work with, he made every step of the was fun and easy. He catered to everything we envisioned on our day. We can't thank all of the staff enough for an amazing day!!

Nick and his staff were amazing! Very attentive and friendly! They did an amazing job with my guests that had allergies and Nick personally handled one that was very complicated to ensure there was no issues!! The food and staff were amazing! The hall is gorgeous!!

We are so grateful that we found them. The venue is absolutely beautiful. No Complain