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The Mansion on Delaware Avenue is a luxury wedding and reception venue in Buffalo, New York. The historic mansion-turned-hotel is the perfect setting for weddings that aim to blend historic and modern elements. Couples can marvel at the gorgeous bay windows and amazingly detailed structure while they dance the night away in the updated interior.

Facilities and Capacity
The Mansion can accommodate up to 168 seated guests or 200 with serving stations for your reception in the beautiful Grand Salon. It boasts 15-foot floor-to-ceiling windows bringing natural light for incredible photos. The Salon includes a fireplace, white oak wainscoting, ornate wood carvings and an adjacent private terrace. The Library offers an intimate feel, with its own fireplace, bright windows and historic details.

Services Offered
Couples will work with the staff at The Mansion to design the perfect wedding. They will help you decide on floral arrangements, music, photography and all other wedding details. In addition to help with wedding planning, The Mansion on Delaware Avenue offers in-house catering and bar services.

Cuisine
The Mansion's catering team offers award-winning cuisine to your guests, including unique food and beverage staging, creative wine pairings and fresh ingredients picked from the hotel’s own private city garden. Work with the team to design a menu that complements your wedding theme and unique tastes.

Accommodation
The venue offers accommodations for you and your guests who want to stay the night before or after the wedding. They offer 28 guest rooms and suites for your convenience.

History
Renovated by architect George M. Allison as the Second Empire Structure, The Mansion on Delaware Avenue was originally a private residents built in 1869 and called The House of Light due to its many, many windows. The exterior of the building is registered with the Historical Society for the preservation of George Allison’s 19th century American Gothic Second Empire design.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Hotel
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of The Mansion on Delaware Avenue

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4.5 out of 5 rating
4.5 out of 5 rating
15 reviews
90% recommend it
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Katie
Katie C. Sent on 10/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Special Day at the Mansion

The Mansion on Delaware is a beautiful venue and perfect for making your event feel special and intimate!
We loved that we had the option to rent out the Mansion and have our guests centered around the venue. The staff was so great during the wedding but also throughout our guests’ stay. We loved chatting with everyone who worked at the Mansion and they all added to our experience.
Throughout planning, Colleen was great to talk to and was knowledgeable about the venue and was great at giving advice on menu, best layout, and table styling options. It was also great when she knew some of our vendors from previous events and could give us extra confidence that they knew how to execute their jobs well at the Masion.
The food is particularly impressive at the Mansion and we had multiple guests tell us afterwards that they were surprised at how well they were able to execute wedding food (especially fish!). Guests staying at the Mansion also received breakfast which was delicious.
We especially wanted our venue to have lodging options and historic features and if either of those or quality food are important to you, I would highly recommend!
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Alyssa Sent on 09/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Reception Venue

Overall we are very pleased with MODA. The culinary professionals and coordinators were outstanding. Our wedding reception flowed effortlessly and the food, decor, and vibes were spot on (elegant, classy). Colleen is a joy to work with! One of the rooms my MOA stayed in had a few malfunctions, phone not working and no robes available but these are minor things. Otherwise, 10/10 experience. What a historically classy and graceful venue!
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Emily Sent on 12/29/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Place for a Reception

The venue was the perfect setting for our wedding of just under 100 guests. It was intimate but the tables weren't on top of each other. Having the cocktail hour outside on the terrace was absolutely beautiful. The butlers serving wine and appetizers was a nice touch. The food was outstanding and the dessert table display was phenomenal. The menu had a variety of options including Buffalo favorites & twists on classic comfort food. The Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato Soup Shooters was a crowd favorite. The staff and the coordinators that we worked with were wonderful. They were responsive to our requests and emails were answered in a timely fashion. I would definitely recommend this venue.

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