otherSeptember 14, 2012
Location, location, location A directory of spots to host your wedding festivities
Arena Building 410 Kiwanis Drive Cape Girardeau 573-339-6340 www.cityofcapegirardeau.org Guests accommodated: 500 to 800 Catering available on site: No Outside catering permitted: Yes Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners Extras: Full kitchen with adjacent prep area, adjustable dim lighting, permanent stage with new drapes, large parking area, use of marquee boards...
Arena Building
410 Kiwanis Drive
Cape Girardeau
573-339-6340
Guests accommodated: 500 to 800
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners
Extras: Full kitchen with adjacent prep area, adjustable dim lighting, permanent stage with new drapes, large parking area, use of marquee boards
The Barrens Winery
2815 N. Highway 51
Perryville, Mo.
573-547-6968
Guests accommodated: Four balconies hold 35 each. Additional space downstairs and outside.
Catering available on site: No; order from menu.
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Luncheons, showers, small dinners
Extras: Fireplace, outdoor patio, live music on weekends, can do private events after hours.
Bavarian Halle
225 Drury Lane
Jackson
573-243-9200
Guests accommodated: 450 for dinner and dance; up to 600 for dinner only
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes, from list of approved caterers
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners
Extras: Large dance floor, kitchen facilities, parking lot for 500, round and banquet-size tables available, group discount on rooms at adjacent hotel
Bella Italia
20 N. Spanish St.
Cape Girardeau
573-332-7800
Guests accommodated: 70 in the banquet room
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Small receptions, showers, rehearsal dinners
Extras: Variety of buffet-style dinners; china and white tablecloths; restaurant caters to off-site events; full-service restaurant and bar adjacent to banquet room
The Branding Iron
1903 E. Jackson Blvd.
Jackson
573-243-0007
Guests accommodated: 80 to 90
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Showers, small dinners, luncheons. No private parties on weekends.
Exras: Can serve buffet style or off the menu; restaurant also caters to off-site events
Cape Girardeau Country Club
250 Country Club Drive
Cape Girardeau
573-335-8251
Guests accommodated: 250
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners, showers
Extras: Ballroom, gazebo for weddings, view of the golf course, Mississippi River and Illinois
Cape Girardeau Eagles
321 N. Spring St.
Cape Girardeau
573-335-0931 or 573-270-2206 (ask for Theresa Robinson)
Guests accommodated: Up to 500
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: Yes, with $200 fee and no use of the kitchen
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners, showers
Extras: State-of-the-art ventilation system, permanent stage, expandable dance floor, ample parking, microphones available
Celebrations
Downtown: 19 S. Spanish St.
Restaurant: 615 Bellevue St.
KFVS tower: 310 Broadway
Cape Girardeau
573-334-8330
www.celebrations-restaurant.com
Guests accommodated: Up to 120 downtown, 40 in restaurant, 40 in tower
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Rehearsal dinners, receptions
Extras: N/A
City of Miner Convention Center
2610 E. Malone Ave.
Miner, Mo.
573-471-8520
Guests accommodated: Up to 450
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners, showers
Extras: Full kitchen, portable stage and dance floor, round and banquet-sized tables, microphones, projectors and screens available, ample parking
Clinton Building Community Center
501 Campanella Drive
Sikeston, Mo.
573-475-3725
Guests accommodated: Up to 250
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Receptions, rehearsal dinners, showers
Extras: PA system with built-in speakers, full kitchen with appliances and icemaker
Coach House Inn
220 S. Interstate Drive
Sikeston, Mo.
573-471-9700
Guests accommodated: Up to 200
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Weddings, reception, showers, dinners
Extras: Dance floor, brick patio with fountain, group rates available for hotel accommodations
Delmonico's
2951 Old Orchard Road
Jackson
573-243-7740
Guests accommodated: Up to 140
Catering available on site: Order from restaurant menu
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Rehearsal dinners, luncheons, showers
Extras: Private room
Dexter BBQ
236 S. Broadview St.
Cape Girardeau
573-334-9600
Guests accommodated: Up to 100
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Rehearsal dinners, small receptions, showers
Extras: TV hookups for PowerPoint presentations, alcohol-free environment, caters to off-site locations
Dockside banquet halls
4 N. Spanish St.
Cape Girardeau
573-335-8190
Guests accommodated: 177 on the Lower Deck; 100 to 120 in additional Lower Deck room; 55 to 75 on the Upper Deck; 40 in the Mississippi Queen; 36 in the River Explorer
Catering available on site: Continental breakfasts only
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Dinners, showers, receptions
Extras: Full-service bar, dressing rooms, downstairs art gallery, wedding/reception package deal available, on-site photographer available
Drury Lodge
104 S. Vantage Drive
Cape Girardeau
573-334-7151
Guests accommodated: Up to 400 for banquet; up to 500 for theater-style
Catering available on site: Yes, via Tractors in Jackson
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Weddings, dinners, receptions, showers
Extras: Linens, china, elegant banquet room decor, tables and chairs, dance floor, setup and cleanup, AV equipment available, breakout rooms for smaller events
The Gordonville Grill
829 Route Z
Gordonville, Mo.
573-243-0101
Guests accommodated: Up to 60
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Rehearsal dinners, showers
Extras: Ambiance of a 100-year-old historic building; also cater to off-site events.
Grecian Steakhouse
2013 Independence St.
Cape Girardeau
573-334-8133
Guests accommodated: Up to 72
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Receptions, dinners, showers
Extras: Greek dishes available, as well as steak, seafood, chicken
Hunter Valley Winery
762 Route V
Cape Girardeau
573-332-0879
Guests accommodated: Up to 70 in upstairs banquet room
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Small dinners, receptions, showers, luncheons, weddings
Extras: Large, scenic area for outdoor weddings or receptions, sculpture park, fireplace, deck and patio space
Jones Heritage Farms
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5739 Route W
Jackson
573-332-7447
Guests accommodated: Can seat 42 in dining room; additional space outside
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Rehearsal dinners, receptions, showers
Extras: Outside patio, can host live music outdoors, all-natural market
Knights of Columbus hall
3305 N. High St.
Jackson
573-243-5464
Guests accommodated: 300 in lower hall; 500 in upper hall
Catering available on site: Yes; KC provides catering, bartender and drinks
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Weddings, dinners, showers, receptions
Extras: Full-service bar; for a small fee, halls can be rented on Friday to decorate the night before
My Daddy's Cheesecake
265 S. Broadview St.
Cape Girardeau
573-335-6660
Guests accommodated: 34
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Showers and luncheons
Extras: PowerPoint screen, outside catering available
Osage Centre
1625 N. Kingshighway
Cape Girardeau
573-339-6342
Guests accommodated: 1,200 banquet-style on the main floor; 220 in large meeting room; 175 in next-biggest meeting room; smaller rooms can accommodate 32 and up.
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Showers, rehearsal dinners, receptions and more
Extras: Dim lighting, PA system
Plaza by Ray's
3257 William St.
Cape Girardeau
573-332-1118
Guests accommodated: 500 to 700 in Expedition Hall; 60 in Lewis Room; 80 in Clark Room; or 180 in Lewis and Clark together
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Receptions, rehearsal dinners
Extras: Bar service, stage and disco lighting, sound systems, various styles of lighting, black and white tablecloths and chair covers, projection screens, microphones and podiums available; can cater to other locations
Port Cape
19 N. Water St.
Cape Girardeau
573-334-0954
Guests accommodated: Up to 56 in Captain's Quarters; 200 for hors d'oeuvres in the River City Yacht Club or 125 for a sit-down meal
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Receptions and showers, rehearsal dinners
Extras: Lights, sound system, stage, old-fashioned ice cream parlor, view of the Mississippi River; restaurant also caters to off-site events
River Ridge Winery
County Road 321
Commerce, Mo.
573-264-3712
Guests accommodated: Up to 150
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Weddings, showers, rehearsal dinners, receptions
Extras: Outdoor seating, cabin lodging for six
River View Room
(above Buckner Brewing Co.)
132 N. Main St.
Cape Girardeau
573-334-4677
Guests accommodated: Up to 175 seated
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: For cake only
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners, showers and more
Extras: Panoramic view of the Mississippi River; full-service bar; entry through restaurant or directly from Broadway; cigar lounge; private restroom; bridal changing room
Rothbrick Crush
420 Peckew Trail
Jackson
573-204-8002
Guests accommodated: Seating for 30 inside; unlimited space outside
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Outdoor weddings, receptions, rehearsal diners, showers, overnight stays
Extras: Vineyard views, custom wine labeling, cabin rentals, horseback riding
Rose Bed Inn
611 S. Sprigg St.
Cape Girardeau
573-332-7673
Guests accommodated: 150 to 200 in Aartful Rose building; 99 in garden area; 20 in chapel
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: In banquet room, but not main house
Ideal for: Ceremony, reception, dinners, luncheons and showers, overnight stays
Extras: Garden area with gazebo, stream and koi pond; full bar and menu; groom's quarters, bridal suite and lodging available; decorating; DJs; hair salon and massage therapy
Shadow Rest Ministries
232 Sierra Ridge Lane
Cape Girardeau
573-803-9485
Guests accommodated: Up to 50
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Weddings, showers, rehearsals, dinners and more
Extras: Pond, prayer chapel, cabins and suites, full kitchen, nature walks
Show Me Center
1333 N. Sprigg St.
Cape Girardeau
573-651-2297
Guests accommodated: 50 to 175
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: Yes, from list of approved caterers
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, showers, dinners
Extras: Can plug into house sound system; dance floor available for rental; projector screen capabilities; approved alcohol providers
Steele Crest Winery
2055 Route Y
Jackson
573-803-9426
Guests accommodated: Up to 200
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Wedding ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, receptions, showers, luncheons
Extras: Sound system, changing room, wraparound porches, gazebo, outdoor pizza oven; can serve finger foods, mixed drinks, beers and 16 types of wine
Tower Rock Vineyard and Winery
10769 Highway A
Altenburg, Mo.
573-824-5479
Guests accommodated: About 150 outside, 20 inside
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes
Ideal for: Small weddings and showers
Features: Wine tastings, vineyard views, pond with two piers and a fountain
University Center at Southeast Missouri State University
1 University Plaza
Cape Girardeau
573-651-2282
Guests accommodated: 300 if no dance floor
Catering available on site: Yes, via Chartwells
Outside catering permitted: For cake only
Ideal for: Weddings, showers, receptions, rehearsal dinners
Extras: Enclosed two-season patio attached, computerized sound system with video capacity
The Venue
80 S. Plaza Way
Cape Girardeau
573-651-6681
Guests accommodated: Up to 1,100
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Rehearsal dinners and receptions
Extras: Gazebo available; bar; chandeliers; new outdoor garden area with fountain, 9-foot walls and grassy knoll for ceremonies; open for brunch every Sunday morning
VFW Post 3838
1049 N. Kingshighway
Cape Girardeau
573-334-4438
http://vfwpost3838.org/index.htm
Guests accommodated: 300 if dancing; 400 if seating only
Catering available on site: Yes
Outside catering permitted: No
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, dinners, showers
Extras: Sound system, bar, all-building microphone system
The Water's Edge
7501 Highway 25
Gordonville
573-587-6414
Guests accommodated: Up to 300
Catering available on site: No
Outside catering permitted: Yes, from list of recommended caterers
Ideal for: Weddings, receptions, showers, rehearsal dinners, overnight stays, brunches
Extras: 14 landscaped acres include three lakes with two fountains, waterfall, outdoor pavilions, firepit and gazebo; indoor hall with heating and air conditioning, sound system, lodging
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