Whether you’re a large family not wanting to host (and clean up) a party at your own house, or looking for a venue to host your work gathering, finding the perfect venue for your holiday party can be stressful.
We’ve put together this short list of some great spots to help start the process of finding the perfect holiday party location for you in Windsor-Essex.
Fun Fun Fun at WindsorEats
Having opened in April, WindsorEats’ space is new, fresh, has a great vibe, makes great cocktails and has hired a chef. What more do you want? It’s especially great if you’re looking for a more fun, laid back atmosphere, the venue has plenty of opportunities for photos, and live music or a DJ and dancefloor.
The cocktails are tasty (margaritas, anyone?) and the chef is able to work with any group to fit their style and budget. Plus it’s centrally located in the city with lots of parking surrounding the building.
If a big party isn’t your jam, but, you still want to have some fun, WindsorEats also offers classes for groups from sausage making to sushi to cocktail classes.
Party in a Brewery
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Most of the breweries in Windsor-Essex now offer a food component, making them great options to host a party.
Chapter Two Brewing Company has a large event room in the back of their venue which offers a casual, more industrial feel. Sandwich Brewing also has a small space on their second floor that overlooks their production area. Frank Brewing is also willing to offer their entire space depending on the day and time.
Wine-not a Winery?
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The many wineries across Windsor-Essex are used to hosting large groups. One of the newest to open, Vin Winery offers a very Instagrammable experience and a menu that can be created by their in-house caterer, Smashed Apple.
Paglione Estate Winery is another great choice where you can enjoy classic Italian cuisine and woodfired oven pizzas inside, and, if you ask nicely, they may be able to set up some seating outdoors around a fire pit or two.
Other Place Catering
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This banquet hall always seems to be one that folks forget about. Located on Walker Rd., just off of Ottawa St., the venue can offer in-house events and also cater offsite.
Walkerville Eatery
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Located in the Walkerville neighbourhood, Walkerville Eatery can offer space for parties large and small. They’re willing to customize a menu specific to your needs.
Did you know Mezzo Restaurant & Lounge has a divider that can split the restaurant so you can host a private party in a separate room without renting out the entire restaurant? Well now you do!
Historic Willistead Manor
Not only would you be surrounded by a significant piece of Windsor’s history, but, you’d also have the pleasure of enjoying the amazing food from the folks at Thyme to Go. On top of that, it’s always beautifully decorated for the holidays.
