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March 2024 by Lori Decker
My husband and I were hosting a unique event - an afterparty for a movie premiere. We weren’t sure where to get started, and we were so grateful that John and Trish were there to handle everything. They knew just how arrange a perfect mix of dinner/cocktail party to accommodate our large crowd. The food and drinks were phenomenal, and the setting was absolutely perfect. We were treated like family. I’m already looking forward to having more events at the Cranford Social in the future. Thank you so much for making our big night beyond our dreams!
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March 2024 by Jess Puchalski
If you want to host an amazing, elegant, effortless event, I HIGHLY recommend The Cranford Social! From start to finish, their team provided friendly, professional, impeccable service! We worked with Trish, John, Michelle, Paul and Riley. They were helpful, flexible and accommodating, every step of the way! Our guests LOVED the food and drinks, as well as the venue itself, which is immaculate and has beautiful large windows, with a lovely view overlooking the river! As the venue is on the second floor, it was nice that they have an elevator, especially for some of our older guests. What was most impressive though, and what sets The Cranford Social apart, is their team! They clearly love what they do! They were warm and gracious, treating all of our guests like part of their family. They assisted us in every way, from set-up (i.e., helping us with decorations that we brought to the venue) to clean-up. As our event was a bridal shower, there was a lot of ongoing clean-up (tissue paper, bows, etc.), so they helped us to keep the floor clear throughout the event. They also kindly provided lovely background music (of our choosing!) and a microphone, so that we could more easily communicate with all of our guests and keep the event on track. It was a blessing to work with John and Trish, who guided us with the event planning, and who were responsive via email and phone whenever we had a question! The cost was also very reasonable, and we didn't need a party planner because their team efficiently took care of EVERY detail to help us to throw a FLAWLESS event, during which, all of our guests had a lot of FUN and an overall WONDERFUL time!
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February 2024 by Christina Bentrewicz
I hosted an all day work event that included education sessions, graduation ceremony, and dinner/celebration at The Cranford Social and we had such a positive experience. John was very accommodating in helping set the day up, running through all of the logistics with me beforehand to ensure the day ran smoothly. John and his team were very attentive and professional throughout the entire day. I look forward to hosting more events in this beautiful space.
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February 2024 by Catherine Solfaro
Excellent venue, fantastic staff, pure pleasure to work with! Had a graduation celebration on a Saturday night, worked with John and Trish to coordinate, both extremely professional and helpful. The staff, all from the bartender Sean to the servers Michele and others~ were exceptional! Would definitely have another event here!!
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February 2024 by Melissa Montalvo
We had the most beautiful engagement party at the Cranford Social this past weekend. John & Trish are true professionals with such a great space! They provided me with great vendor recommendations & offered all the help I needed during the set up/decorating process. John + his team that worked my event were so attentive and accommodating. We had just about 100 people with enough space for a dance floor, photobooth, DJ set up, balloon arch, etc. The versatility of this space is endless - brunches, holiday parties, cocktail parties, sit down dinners, etc. All our guests complimented the food & the bar was busy all night! Thank you Trish & John for such a fun night!
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February 2024 by Loretta pontes amaral
My husband and I chose the Cranford Social for our 1year old (Luka) birthday and we couldn't be more pleasant. John and Trish were fabulous accommodating all our requests and wishes. The day of the event itself was perfect! The staff was friendly and well trained. Tables were constantly being cleaned and food being restocked in the buffet. The atmosphere of the Venue is great, elegant and cozy at the same time! The guests loved the food, even the little ones who said "the nuggets are better than Mc Donalds".We look forward to have more celebrations at the Cranford Social!
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February 2024 by Emily Osofsky
I celebrated my baby shower at the Cranford Social and it was incredible! John and Trish made the planning process seamless and were always extremely responsive. The day of, John and his team went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed to make the day successful and special. I got countless compliments on how tasty the food and drinks were. We chose to have appetizers passed at the beginning of the event and the appetizers as well as sangria were passed out to guests upon arrival. Such a nice touch when entering the event. They really pay attention to the little details and it doesn’t go unnoticed! I can’t wait to have another event in this space!
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February 2024 by kristen bilotti
My Mom hosted my bridal shower at The Cranford Social this past Saturday, and I must say, it was an absolutely fantastic experience! The venue's ambiance is stunning, and the flexibility to decorate the room according to my preferences was a major highlight.One standout feature was the allowance of open-flamed candles, adding a beautiful touch to the atmosphere. Trish and John were remarkable hosts, ensuring everything ran smoothly on the day of the shower. John's attentive presence, constantly checking on guests and ensuring my comfort, made the event truly special. Paul the bartender was amazing with making sure our guests always had a drink in their hand! The servers and entire staff were absolutely exceptional in helping with anything and everything.The lunch buffet exceeded expectations, offering a delightful array of flavors that left everyone satisfied. The inclusion of a signature cocktail and the thoughtful gesture of serving mimosas and sangria to guests upon arrival added an extra layer of hospitality.I wholeheartedly recommend The Cranford Social for any event and look forward to returning for future celebrations. A big thank you to Trish and John for making my bridal shower an unforgettable and joyous occasion!
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February 2024 by Kimberly Kline
We just had our son’s first birthday party at The Cranford Social and I cannot say enough good things about John, Trish and the entire staff and venue. They are super nice people to begin with, very easy to work with, communication is fantastic and super accommodating. The venue itself is beautiful, private and perfect for any occasion. We were able to transform the space into the perfect setup for our son’s party. I also want to mention how delicious the food was too! We did a brunch buffet and everything was great. I would highly recommend The Cranford Social for your next party and would definitely use them again in the future.
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December 2023 by Sharice Williams
At the last minute (one week before) Trish and John were able to accommodate an office Holiday Party. They absolutely went above and beyond to make the evening memorable. From the time you walk in to the time you leave, their staff was very attentive. They all were very friendly and extremely engaging. The food (especially the mashed potatoes) was cooked to perfection. Trish went out of her way to ‘surprise’ me with the decorations, because I was unable to choose between all the options provided, and the decor was simple at it finest making a big statement at the same time. Hands down the service at the Cranford Social is unmatched.
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December 2023 by Theresa McCoy
The event coordinators are incredibly responsive and accommodating. They will work with you to help bring the vision for your event to life within a reasonable budget. The space is beautiful and the food is delicious.
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November 2023 by Morgan Toriello
We’ve been hosting our annual Halloween fundraiser at The Cranford Social for over 5 years now! The staff are highly accommodating, professional, friendly and are the reason we return year after year. The space is perfect and can be transformed to whatever fits your theme. Highly recommend!
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October 2023 by Christine Baker
We had our Daughter’s first birthday at The Cranford Social this past weekend and it was absolutely perfect! The banquet hall is the perfect space for any party big or small and John and Trish made the planning process seamless. They were very responsive and helpful during the booking process and worked with us to make all our requests happen. They also supplied a suggested vendor list that helped us find the perfect Soft Play company to create a fun ball pit play area for the kids entertainment.We selected the buffet lunch option and there was a wide variety of menu options to select from. We also got a lot of compliments from our friends and family on how great the food was.Overall, the day was perfect celebrating our daughter with friends and family and I would definitely recommend hosting a party there. We can’t wait to have anevent there again in the future!
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October 2023 by Donna Manginelli
We had a 60+,person wedding celebration. The staff, food, venue are all terrific! They were professional, knowledgeable and their suggestions were spot on to make the event a success!
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September 2023 by AnthonyMichael Cuozzo
We had our sons 1st birthday this weekend at the Cranford Social. I cannot begin to tell you how great the team is! Working with John from the beginning he made everything as easy as possible. He accommodated every request we could think of and without issue. The whole team is just amazing and Sal the chef was fantastic and a nice guy also. If you need an event space then you MUST use Cranford Social. They will work with your food requests and make your day extra special!!!!
