The reception venue plays a very important role when it comes to overall success of the wedding. The location helps to relay theme, mood, and atmosphere. Although a great deal of the theme and mood can be conveyed through added touches - such as candles and flowers - the atmosphere is a natural consequence of the place you choose. So, if you're going to invest more time or thought into any one aspect of the wedding plans, this should be it.

Buffalo is a beautiful place, affluent with many great spots. Here, in a city whose beauty is apparent outside as well as in, the options are limitless. You can plan an elegant wedding inside one of Buffalo's many exquisite reception halls, or rent a tent and throw a party under the beautiful East Cost sky. The city is located on the edge of the Niagara River, and just a short trek from the famous Falls, Erie Canal, and McKinley monument. In addition to it's fair share of beautiful natural phenomena, Buffalo is also home to many architectural achievements. Some of Buffalo's most revered creations were attributed by the late Frank Lloyd Wright, who was is still highly celebrated for his artistic inspiration.

This is a place where dreams are made of. Don't try so hard to make a place fit your idea of the perfect reception site – let the Buffalo reception hall fit into your ideal. You could end up spending more money on a cheaper reception venue by trying to make it aesthetically functional. Weigh the pros and cons of all of your prospective sites before making the ultimate decision.

Remember that as you look for the perfect place you should consider the most important factor: the place should accommodate to the size of your wedding party.

It's pointless to even look at places that can only cater up to 50 people when you have more than 150 guests attending. You don't want something that's “just right” either. What if ten people you weren't expecting decide to stop by? The fact of the matter is, all of the wedding plans will not be official until the day of the actual wedding. So leave plenty of room for last-minute alterations, just in case. By anticipating problems early, you'll have the ability to meet them head-on and avoid any and all stress.


Great Buffalo Reception Halls
Banchetti by Rizzo's (716-691-4045; www.banchetti.com)
This is a great place for the couple who wants to throw an elusively elegant wedding reception. Banchetti's has party rooms which can easily cater up to 300 people. In addition to plenty of indoor space, they also have a giant gazebo and garden ideal for a wedding ceremony and reception. Their wedding packages include a seated or buffet-style meal, cake-cutting services, 5 hours of open bar, and a champagne toast. Save yourself money and the headache of trying to put all of the wedding elements together yourself! Their going rate is only $31.95 per person – which is very affordable in comparison to other competitor's prices. Call them today for an interview or visit them at 550 North French, Amherst, NY.

The Creekside (716-668-8668; www.creeksidebanquet.com)
They have two large banquet halls which can cater up to 400 people a piece. They are conveniently located right off of the NYS I-90 on William St. The atmosphere is very open; the banquet halls overlook a gazebo, water fountain, and rich green landscaping. The wedding packages (which include beverage and meal) are very reasonable. Deposit and a minimum guest number is required (depending on the size and room requested) so make sure that you discuss all of these details upon calling. You can also visit their site and fill out an online request form and someone will get back to your shortly.

Kotecki's Grandview Grove (716-674-2287; www.koteckis.com)
The staff at Kotecki's enjoy being a part of the wedding festivities. They endeavor in providing an experience that exceeds the ordinary. They have a beautifully landscaped courtyard that's perfect for an outdoor wedding; as well as two beautiful banquet rooms which would be perfect for any wedding celebration. The wedding menu is carried out by Michael Kotecki – a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. They are eager to show you what Kotecki's is all about, so call and arrange for a personal tour.