Watty & Meg Private Party FAQ’s
Q: What type of events are commonly held at Watty & Meg?
A: Private dinners, brunches, luncheon events, bridal and baby showers showers, cocktail parties, rehearsal dinners and receptions are typically held in the Oak Room. The entire restaurant is also available for rental to host these types of events.
Q: Does Watty & Meg hold wedding events?
A: Yes! Watty & Meg can seat up to 74 people making it a lovely spot for rehearsal dinners, informal receptions, or an intimate wedding dinner. Watty & Meg is located near many New York City landmarks and with the typical wedding for 72 people costing $20,000, it is also one of the most affordable wedding spots in Brooklyn.
Q: How many people does it take to be considered a private event?
A: Due to space, timing and service, Watty & Meg can only accept dinner reservations for groups up to 16 people. For any group that exceeds 16, a party is considered a private event and a back room buy-out is required.
Q: Who will help me organize my event?
A: Watty & Meg’s Events Manager will help you with all the steps leading up to your party including securing a date, discussing payment options, choosing a food & wine menu, scheduling any vendor deliveries, assisting you with an itinerary for day-of, and taking care of any general questions you may have. Most of the party planning process can be conducted conveniently over the phone and by email.
We supply an event captain the day of the event to oversee the setup and flow of the meal, to provide assistance with minimal décor and to manage the facility and staff.
Q: Does Watty & Meg supply a Wedding Planner?
A: Watty & Meg’s Events Manager and Event Captain are not dedicated wedding planners. We require a point person or wedding coordinator who acts on our clients behalf for full restaurant buy-out, which we can provide for a nominal fee, depending on the size of your event.
Q: Do you have set menu selections? How do I choose the menus for my event?
A: Watty & Meg tailors set menus to suit the season and style of the private event. Menus are created considering Watty & Meg’s seasonal menu offerings and how casual or formal your event will be.
Q: What is the usual duration of an event at Watty & Meg?
A: The typical event at Watty & Meg lasts 3 to 4 hours, and pricing is calculated accordingly. If you would like your event to last longer than the allotted 3 to 4 hours, please discuss the current rates with our Events Manager. Please note that the end time for all events is 11pm. The bar will close 15 minutes before your event is scheduled to end to prepare for your guests’ departure.
Q: What if my party doesn’t order enough food or drinks to meet the minimum?
A: To bring you up to the minimum, we will charge you the difference.
Q: Is tax and gratuity included in the pricing for events?
A: Tax and gratuity are charged in addition to the food and beverage minimum.
Q: Should I make the arrangements for my party’s rentals myself?
A: We have a specific vendor that we use for all event rentals and we will be happy to make arrangements for you. All tableware and glassware is provided by Classic Party Rentals with a 10% handling fee.
Q: Can I have a DJ or band play at my event?
A: Due to the close proximity of our neighbors and the local noise ordinance, we can only allow a DJ for dance music or a low-key band such as a jazz or stand-up swing combo. If you’d like to create a special playlist on an iPod or other portable MP3 player, you are welcome to use our stereo system.
