Watermill Caterers Reviews

What can I even say about The Watermill? Our entire experience, from the very beginning to the last dance, was beyond anything we could have imagined!
From the moment we met Rob, we knew we were in the best hands. He took over and made us feel like family right away, and that sense of care and connection never wavered. Every question we had, every little detail, we knew we could count on him. His knowledge and experience are unmatched, and we trusted him completely throughout the planning process which provided us with a much-needed sense of comfort.

When the big day arrived, it was nothing short of magic, truly. The entire team at The Watermill delivered an exceptional experience that felt effortless, seamless, and so full of love and care.
Our bridal attendant, Olivia, was an absolute gem. She was so natural, so attentive, and truly tuned into every need I had without me ever having to ask. She made such a difference during the entire evening and I'm so thankful we had her.
Our Maitre'D, Nick, was phenomenal. He was calm, collected, and totally in control. He was the first person out to our party bus when we arrived and didn't skip a beat from that moment on. The evening flowed perfectly because of him and we really enjoyed having him in control of our big day. Like Rob, his experience and knowledge is unmatched. He is so great at what he does.
Our captain, Chris, worked effortlessly behind the scenes, making sure everyone was on the same page and that my husband and I had everything we needed. He was amazing!

We brought everything we needed ahead of time, and when we arrived, it was all set up exactly as I envisioned, without me lifting a finger. After 10 months of planning, that peace of mind was priceless and it was exactly what I needed. I did not have to use a single brain cell because of this team, and I was able to truly enjoy my wedding day and be in the moment the whole time.
The food was absolutely incredible and never-ending. The cocktail hour was overflowing with options, and we had 9 dinner entrees for guests to choose from (something we’d never seen at any other venue).
We are overall beyond thankful for The Watermill and their amazing team for not just understanding our vision, but truly bringing it to life in a way we’ll never forget. The icing on the cake was how everything was packed up so nicely for us to pick up the next day. They even saved the top of our wedding cake for us and left a beautiful message on the box. I cried reading it. Their attention to detail is just out of this world! If I could relive this day a hundred times over, I would—with this exact team, every single time.
There are no words to fully describe how perfect our day was and we can't thank the Watermill enough for making us feel so valued and important throughout it all! One of the best decisions we made for our wedding was having it at The Watermill!

Nick and his staff were amazing! Very attentive and friendly! They did an amazing job with my guests that had allergies and Nick personally handled one that was very complicated to ensure there was no issues!! The food and staff were amazing! The hall is gorgeous!!

We are so grateful that we found them. The venue is absolutely beautiful. No Complain

Our wedding day was absolutely perfect ! Our Maitre D Nick and Bridal Attendant Ella were AMAZING all night. Our guests said they had the best time and they were all raving about how delicious the food was. We are so happy with everything and couldn't have asked for anything more. Thank you so much!

We had our wedding on 4/20/24 at the Watermill and it was the most perfect day.

Starting with our very first conversations with Brian to the seamless execution on the day of, everything went perfectly as planned. Brian worked with us to fine tune all of the specifics for our special day and made himself available at all times to answer our thousands of questions.

On the day of the wedding, we were introduced to Johnny (Matre D), Erika (Bridal Attendant) & Nelson (Captain) and they truly went above and beyond to make everything perfect. We have never felt so special/been surrounded with such amazing service. They were always five steps ahead of us ensuring everything was running smoothly and most of all, that we were happy – which we were for the entire day.

We are so thrilled that we decided to go with the Watermill as they made our special day absolutely amazing. We cannot recommend this venue enough!

Thank you to the entire team – we will never forget you all!

I had my wedding at Watermill Caterers on 3/29/24 and I have to say it was the wedding of my dreams. Since the beginning when booking with Brian the whole experience has been nothing but amazing. All questions were answered quickly and Brian was extremely helpful. Nick was our maître D and I have to say he went above and beyond our expectations. He was extremely helpful, had our wedding extremely organized and on time. I can’t thank Nick enough! we had Christina and Dominic as our bridal attendees. Christina was absolutely fantastic! She made sure everyone was taken care of and it just blew my mind how much she was involved with making sure everything ran smoothly. She even bustled my dress! Dominic was great as well he made sure the drinks were flowing! The food was outstanding! Till this day my guests are still raving about the food and are stating that it was the best wedding they have ever been to! That is all thanks to the Watermill and the wonderful staff! I’m so happy we decided with this venue because it was perfect! Thank you Watermill!!!

WOW. WOW. WOW. Is all I can say about our experience at the Watermill. From the start of our booking our special day with Brian Fingerman, to our finals appointments, showcase events, planning, and finally to the best day of our lives, Brian was there every single step of the way. He was even present to congratulate us on our wedding day and EVEN after our wedding to make sure every detail was taken care of. Besides Brian, the entire staff at the Watermill from our Maitre d Sean, to our bridal attendant Morgan were all beyond professional and made our day truly seamless! The food was RAVED about by all of our guests! We would forever and always recommend anyone to Watermill for their special day!

We got married here on 10/22. We couldn’t have asked for a better day and that’s mostly in thanks to the amazing staff. From the first day I went in and met with Rob until the actually day of the wedding every staff member we dealt with was amazing and helpful. Rob was awesome the entire time and we were so happy to see him on our wedding day to help celebrate. All of the staff the day of the wedding were the best (especially my bridal attendant Jessica - who I should have listened to more 😃). The food was amazing. My husband still raves about the oxtails and how big they were. Our guests continue to tell us how great all the food was and that they couldn’t believe how much food there was. The venue itself is gorgeous inside and out. We were happy that we were able to take advantage of both. We again want to thank everyone at the Watermill for helping us have the best day. If you are thinking about having your event here I highly recommend it. You won’t be disappointed.

When it came to our special day, choosing the right place for our wedding venue and catering played a very pivotal role in the planning. It was very paramount to my wife and I to have a stress-free, celebration for us, and our families. The choice of a venue can either enhance or detract from the overall experience. On our wedding day, every detail mattered, and among the most crucial was the venue and catering.

Watermill Caterers is one of the premier wedding venues on Long Island and stood out as our ideal choice, they understood the significance of our momentous occasion. They were deeply committed to creating cherished memories and ensured that our wedding day would be a resounding success in every way. They recognize that my wife and I, along with our families and friends deserve to savour every moment without worrying about the logistics.

The Watermill knows the value of using all assets of their property to their best advantage. They understand that having nicely maintained landscaping with colored beds is a powerful way to communicate to potential customers that they care about the details. Vivid bursts of color create a welcoming brand image and draw attention to the property.

Weddings are their specialty at Watermill Caterers. The ballroom was intimate and the perfect size for our reception, it’s chic in its design and ideal for what we envisioned for our special day. There was also another area shown during our tour that was an ideal location to host our cocktail hour.

Watermills Caterers, Robert, and his staff were tasked with the job of elevating our wedding day to a whole different level. The mission for Robert and his staff for our special day was simple yet profound: to make our wedding not just a day but an experience with their exceptional food and service. The staff handled all our ceremony, reception, and catering logistics with ease so we could focus on making cherished memories.

They offered a blend of culinary excellence, with impeccable service, and a commitment that exceeded our expectations. We explained to Robert that on our special day, an exceptional cocktail hour was a must. Watermill Caterers provided us with a wide range of culinary choices consisting of American and international cuisines that were tailored to our preferences. Add in Robert's years of experience and meticulous attention to detail our guests had a dining experience that truly satisfied their palate.

Watermill Caterers made our wedding day an experience that left us with lasting memories for years to come. They are in the business of creating cherished memories and understand the importance of leaving an indelible mark upon us and every one of our guests in attendance.
Raymond & Sharon

I cannot express my gratitude enough for everything the watermill did to go above and beyond to make sure me and my husband’s wedding was nothing short of perfection. Even leading up and planning the wedding with Brian, it was an absolute pleasure and a very smooth stress free process. I also cannot thank Nick, Jessica & Christina (maître d & the bridal assistants) enough for everything they have done. There was such a strong sense of genuine care about us and how our day was going. Attending to every beck and call and did it with smiles on their faces the entire night. We couldn’t be more blessed to spend our special day working hand in hand with them. As exceptional as the food is and how gorgeous the venue is, they are truly what made our day that much more incredible and what makes the watermill so special. We could not have chosen a better place for our wedding, we couldn’t be happier and all of our guests were in pure awe at what the watermill had to offer.

Hands down best day of our lives. The food was incredible. People are still calling us about it. Rob was fantastic and so were Shaun my MD and my bridal attendant Jessica. Thank you all so much!

So let me begin by saying how great of an experience I had at the Watermill! I got married last Monday, October 9th. And honestly, I can’t stop raving about how amazing my wedding was. But it all started with one phone call, I spoke with Brian, who is one of the nicest people ever. I told him that my finance and I were searching for a venue, but we were on a budget. He chuckled and said he completely understood and would love to meet us. So, we made an appointment to meet with him. At the moment that I was walking in, a bride was walking out and stopped me in my tracks to tell me how great her wedding was and how much I would love it if I had my wedding there. We continued with our appointment and was walked around by Brian through the beautiful cocktail hour room and then he showed us outside where people can get married. It was breath taking, the watermill, the gazebo, the grounds really are beautiful. Then we went back inside with Brian who showed us the menu options for the reception and the cocktail hour menu. He offered us a great deal and said, “now go on and think about it.” He truly treated us like family because he wanted us to decide together calmly, not just in the heat of the moment. Obviously, we said YES! We went through all the steps and planned our wedding with Brian who also got us our DJ. Who was fantastic as well! Amanda from in the mood DJ was such a sweetheart and so supportive of all of our wishes for our wedding. I couldn’t be more thankful for Brian introducing us, they worked together to make our special day one that we can remember for the rest of our lives. When our day came, we had Bella as a bridal attendant and Sean as a Matre’d. Bella met me at the door of the watermill to take me into my room. She was so sweet, she literally became my best friend that day, she walked us around all day before and after the ceremony. And Sean was probably the most “on point” person I’ve ever met. Sean has worked at the watermill for 26 years and literally could run my wedding in his sleep. He was beyond professional and gave our wedding his full attention all day. He even made it his job to make sure our parents had everything they needed the entire night. He was so sweet and made us feel like we had nothing to worry about all day. He made sure my finance was calm and ready to get his wife before the ceremony and truly became our friend in no time. I could keep going, but lastly, as a professional chef, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention how amazing the food was. Every family member we spoke to couldn’t stop bragging about how great cocktail hour was. I even told Brian, “Aren’t 9 menu items a lot for a reception menu” and he said, “trust me”. That’s all we needed to hear. We trusted each other and couldn’t be happier. Every menu item was cooked excellently. We loved it. Today, Thursday, I had to go and get everything that we dropped off for the wedding; Brian met us at the door with Sean and gave us a big hug and hello and helped us fill up our car and continued to thank us and tell us how much they loved working with us. So, this is my thank you to them. Brian, Sean, Bella, all the staff at the Watermill and In the Mood DJ; thank you for our day a day that exceeded our expectations and dreams of what our wedding could have been! We love you all!

The Watermill was wonderful to us. We worked with Loraine, Chris, and Nick was our Maitre'd. Loraine was PHENOMENAL. She is incredibly approachable, flexible, and she hustled and wheeled and dealed for us beyond what we could possibly imagined. She is THE BEST. Chris is knowledgeable and very quick with communication. Nick is passionate and professional. He will advocate for you without hesitation and has zero tolerance for any nonsense that could potentially take away from making your day special. Nick and his team had our backs in every way. (When I get nervous I tend to shuffle side to side like a little dance) without questioning it my bridal attendant just walked up next to me and started nonchalantly swaying too and made it totally comfortable even though we literally just met. The venue itself is gorgeous. We booked an outdoor ceremony but got rained out. Everything got flawlessly transferred in doors and the chapel was STUNNING. Every single one of our guests commented in awe about how beautiful the chapel is. The cocktail hour was incredible. Everyone LOVED the food they were just raving endlessly about the amount of options and how delicious everything was!! Our reception was an absolute dream. My feet were killing me and the "wedding sneakers" I had bought for dancing were accidentally left at the hotel. I swear I don't know where my bridal attendant hid her cape under her uniform because she SAVED ME!! Out of no where she hands me brand new white flip flops 🥹 Ghe venue, the coordinators, the attendants & staff, the chefs- I genuinely can not express how extraordinary they are and how well they run this place like a well-oiled wedding machine!! BOOK THEM, they got you!!!

Christina the bridal attendant was very attentive and did her best to make the experience smooth. Nick was well organized made things run smoothly and helped with the many stresses of the day of. Things slowed smoothly from set up to clean up.

If you want to be treated like royalty on your wedding day, you need to have it at the Watermill. Their service is like no other. They will do anything and everything for their brides. Our guests are still talking about how crazy the cocktail hour was. The food will blow your guests away. Thank you Watermill for all that you did to make our day so special!

Nick, Johnny and Bella, ABSOLUTELY SMASHED IT!!! They were amazing Nick was our Matri’d, Johnny was our Captain and Bella was the Bridal Attendant! Nothing but kind words for these people and how amazing their hospitality was! Watermill out did themselves with these guys 100% not only did they help out but they made us feel so comfortable and taken care of! Thanks Watermill for the greatest memories🥰

The Watermill was the first venue we looked at and after meeting with Tom L we knew we needed to have our wedding here. He really made us feel like family immediately after stepping foot inside and the venue is STUNNING especially the outside area. We felt the pricing was very reasonable compared to other venues on the island. Our maitre’d was Sean and bridal attendant was Christina they were so attentive and made sure everything ran smoothly. Every time I turned around I had a drink in my hand and food was brought to our bridal suite in between pictures to make sure we ate. The food was incredible we got so many compliments from our guests and everyone was amazed at all the dinner options as well as the amount of food at cocktail hour. I wish we could get married there all over again everything was so perfect. Huge thank you to the staff at the Watermill for an absolutely amazing day.

From start to finish, Watermill has been prompt, attentive, and accommodating! We postponed from last year and the process was so smooth. We had Sean as MaitreD and Christina as bridal attendant, and we could not have asked for better!

After my husband and I got engaged, we were on the hunt for the perfect venue for our big day. Every couple has their own personal list of “must have’s” for their big day and ours went as follows: GREAT food, beautiful ceremony space, stunning grounds/gardens for photos and all of the people we love in the same place to celebrate our love. When I tell you that Watermill over delivered, that is certainly an understatement. Having two big Italian families, food was of the utmost importance. Our friends and families are STILL raving about the food. From cocktail, to reception, Watermill knocked it out of the park! We got some rain on our big day (good luck I know) so we were unable to use the outdoor ceremony space or the grounds but when I tell you the photos of the indoor ceremony space are STUNNING! My bridal attendant Christina knew exactly what I needed/wanted before I even did, she was an intricate part of my day and I cannot tell you how incredible she was! The maître d' and the rest of the staff were TOP NOTCH! Please trust me when I say you will not be disappointed entrusting your big day to this venue. We highly recommend to all!

The Watermill was amazing. I loved the aesthetic of both the indoor and outdoor parts of the venue. The guests RAVED about the food and were shocked when there was also dinner after Happy Hour! Staff were extremely helpful in walking us through each step. Also better priced and much prettier than many other venues we checked out, including well-known country clubs on the island.

Literally my only complaint is that I was told I would have 2 bridal attendants and only had 1. I had a few problems throughout the night with things like my bustle and food, and it would've been helpful if there were 2 sets of hands on deck (as I sometimes had trouble finding my bridal attendant). Just something to ask about/verify. The staff were absolutely amazing though!

1-11-20 Bride here! From the moment we toured the Watermill to the minute our wedding ended, the entire process was perfect. The staff is so easy to work with, responsive, and passionate about weddings! I am a huge over-planner and type-A personality, but they literally eased any worry I had. They were so confident and reassuring throughout the whole process and completely brought my vision to life. They accommodated every need, request and DIY thing I had.

Our guests were blown away by the cocktail hour - they thought it was the actual dinner! They kept raving about all the delicious food in general. The Christmas decor was kept up for me and was the perfect touch to my winter wedding. I also can't say enough about the Chapel room. It's so gorgeous and I loved that they didn't have to convert a room twice to host the ceremony. The whole venue has such a beautiful, fresh, modern design and in our photos, it creates just a stunning background in every single picture!

There was one other wedding going on upstairs and you literally never would have known 2 weddings were going on at one time. The place is honestly an amazing well-oiled machine who know what they're doing!!

We got a "heatwave" in January of 65 degrees, so guests were able to go outside where it's just stunningly lit up at night. I could ramble on here forever, but the bottom line is, if you have any gut feeling about this place, just book it. It was the best decision we made!! The day could not have been more smooth and beautiful and perfect!!!! Highly recommend!!!!!

I was skeptical at first because I hated the idea of a catering hall wedding, but it ended up feeling like anything but that!! We had our reception in the upstairs room with the outdoor area, we had our ceremony in the garden and Tom was our manager, everything was absolutely perfect!! We were worried that we would hear traffic outside during the ceremony but we didn’t hear a single car and neither did our guests. The newly renovated garden area was a perfect mix of rustic and modern. The guests to this day can not stop raving about how amazing the food was especially at cocktail hour. We got the seafood boat which was 100% worth every penny! The bridal attendant, captain, maitre d, manager, everyone was so attentive but not over bearing. I didn’t ha e to ask or wait for a thing, and I got to enjoy every minute of my wedding!!

My wedding was on 10/13/19. I cannot say one negative thing about the Watermill. From the day we booked in 2017, to the actual day of, it was all perfection!! I had Kaitlyn as my bridal attendant and he was truly like an angel! Attentive to our every move and desire. My husband and I were “crashing” right before the cocktail hour and the second our photographers let her know, she ran and got us two espressos! She even held the small plate under my mouth as I drank it, in case of a spill (lol). Our maître d’ and captain were also phenomenal. I don’t think more than 20 minutes went by where some one was not checking in with us. When my husband and I didn’t like the placement of our centerpieces (low and high were on wrong tables), both Nick and Johnny physically switched them around. They legit made our night perfect.

As far as the food goes, PHENOMENAL. EVERY single person we spoke to, during cocktail hour, during the reception, or afterwards, had to mention how amazing the food was. My family wants us to get remarried just for the food 😂

Honestly, I am beyond happy with the Watermill, and will forever relive this day. You are in great hands!!!

Food and service were excellent! Everything was set up as expected! Waited 47 years to tie the knot and they did not disappoint!