PREPARING FOR YOUR EVENT

   ➳ The backyard/garden closes at 10pm. This is more important than you might think. If your reservation goes past this time, it is your responsibility to turn the music off in the backyard and invite your guests inside. Please plan accordingly.

➳ Our recommended partners. We have compiled a list of caterers, florists, musicians and more collaborators that we highly recommend on partners page.

➳ Parking. There are a couple of legal parking spaces available directly in front of the space all day Sunday, or after 7pm Monday through Saturday. It does not mean they will be available, but it is a great place to unload your vehicle. Havemeyer St between S 4th St & Grand St has metered parking Monday through Saturday (free on Sundays) which often has availability. Sundays all street parking is free. There are some nearby garages, but we have found it difficult to reserve spots with them advance. You can check spot angels to search for paid parking in the area.

DECIDING HOW YOU WANT TO SERVE FOOD

*For seating details, please see “About the set up” section below.

➳ Informal Self Serve Buffet. This is the most common and seamless way to serve food in the space. We recommend setting the buffet up inside somewhere — either at the large wooden table at entrance or the taller wooden table in the back of space. We have even seen folks set up along the black cabinets near entrance. While we don’t allow open flame grilling or candles, we will approve chafing dishes / sternos (please bring a table cloth if so).

➳ Semi-Formal Seated Buffet / Family Style Meal. This means everyone has a designated seat at the table at all times, but food service is still self serve. If you rent extra tables, you can probably have up to 30 people seated outside, but please account for weather. Inside we recommend not more than 20.

➳ Formal Seated Dinner. This refers to a full service or coursed meal and also means everyone has a designated seat at the table. If you rent extra tables, you can probably have up to 30 people seated outside and not more than 20 inside, depending on what areas you might need for prep / food storage.

ABOUT THE SET UP / WHAT’S INCLUDED

 ⟣ Inside the Storefront ⟣

We have a spacious bathroom that is handicap accessible, and we provide hand soap, hand towels, and 4 rolls of toilet paper for each event. We also provide 1 roll of paper towels for little spills (if you need more, please bring them) and plenty of extra trash & recycling bags. 

If you plan to hang any art, please discuss this with us during your site visit so we can point out what current holes are in the wall. Some of the existing art and mirrors in the space can be removed by us with advance permission.

The large wooden table cannot be moved and the black antique divider cannot be moved.

The large wooden table inside has two benches alongside it, and comfortably seats 12-14 people. 

Table size 10’x4’

The medium wooden table in the back is bar height and has 4 bar stools. 

Table size: 7’x3’

 ⟣ Outside in the Secret Garden ⟣

All furniture in the garden is movable, please feel free to arrange it how you prefer. The large tables and pews are on caster wheels for easy mobility. If you want to use any indoor furniture outside, please make sure it is not raining, and it is returned inside at the end of your reservation. 

There are 200 string lights throughout the garden, so there is plenty of light in the evening and you do not need to bring additional lighting. Please do not rearrange the string lights. 

The two large wooden tables outside were built to pair with the church pews. If combined into one long table, it comfortably seats 18. If separated, they can seat 10 at each table. 

Table sizes: 8’ x 2.5’

We have seating along the wall on cushions for approx. 12-15 people 

Additionally, there are a couple of bistro tables and chairs floating around the space. Check during your site visit to see what is currently available. 

Please also consider the elements. If it rains, we do have 4 10x10 tents that can pop up! It’s not the most ideal look, but it works. Keep in time though, these will not cover any of the stage areas.

 ⟣ Food & Beverage Equipment ⟣ 

We currently do not have a refrigerator in the space. Please consider this while planning what type of cake you bring, and other food items that may need to be refrigerated. 

We do have a nice farmhouse sink in the backyard, but the water will be shut off once temperatures drop below freezing.

There are 3 large containers to ice your drinks in. We have found this to be more than enough for groups of up to 70. 

We do not have the proper bar you would expect to find in a restaurant/bar. It is essentially a large table. You are expected to bring anything you might need to make your “bar vision” come to life including (but not limited to): cutting board, knife, bottle opener, cups, ice, etc. We recommend that you do not make a complicated cocktail menu that involves a shaker for each drink. Pre-batching cocktails works great here. Please feel free to share with Danielle your menu ideas and she will give you the best advice for logistical setup.