Inquire About Wishing Well Wedding Receptions
Call 518-584-7640 or fill out the form below.
Customer Testimonials
"We couldn't be more happy with our choice. I was never stressed out because I put it all in your hands and I knew it would be perfect."
Susan & John, Albany NY
"The dining room looked absolutely beautiful... the ambience was cozy…the food was outstanding… the service was very attentive"
Sara & Elliot, Clifton Park NY
"The meals were sensational… Your staff is so friendly and efficient. They did a tremendous job."
Shauna & Rich, Wilton NY
"Thank you for the effort you put into making our party a success. We had a grand time."
Kristen & Matt, Concord MA
"Thank you, again, for making this day a memorable and worry free one!"
Sara & Elliot, Clifton Park NY
"My son & daughter-in-law, James & April, had their wedding at the Wishing Well. Everything was amazing. The staff went above and beyond to make the day perfect. Service was outstanding and the food delicious. A perfect day for a perfect couple. Everything exceeded expectations. Absolutely a wonderful place to make dreams come true. The area provided a beauthiful background for pictures. Thank you all!!"
Marie, Albany NY
Saratoga Springs Wedding Receptions and Menus
*The Wishing Well Restaurant is proud to present our 2013 Wedding Packages. We have striven to provide diverse selections that are modern, beautifully prepared and presented, while maintaining the heart and soul of The Wishing Well. As you review our options please know that our chefs and event professionals are happy to customize a menu you are sure to remember forever. Congratulations and we look forward to creating your dream with you!
- Personal Bridal Attendant
- Private Room and Refreshments for Bridal Party
- Standard sized table linen in your coordinating colors
- Linen napkins
- Event Planning Professional
- Referral to preferred vendors
- Discounted rates for additional events such as:
Engagement Party
Bridal Shower
Rehearsal Dinner
Post Wedding Brunch
- Special Wholesale Pricing for Wedding Cakes offered through Coccadots Bakery
- Engagement party
- Bridal shower
- Rehearsal dinner
- Post wedding brunch
- Personal Menu Tastings
- Linen/Decor upgrades
The Wishing Well Restaurant is a proud member of The Adirondack Wedding Association
Customized Wedding Packages
We have created three unique wedding packages for you to choose from. If there something else you would also like to consider, just let us know what you have in mind by calling 518-584-7640.
The Signature Package
to greet your guests upon arrival, garnished with fresh fruit
- Assorted miniature Quiche
- Stuffed Baby Crimini Mushrooms with Chorizo Sausage and Cornbread
- Crispy Asian Vegetable Spring Roll and Duck Sauce
- Miniature Beef Tenderloin Wellington
- Crispy Risotto "Arancini" with Goat Cheese and Crimini Mushrooms
- Seasonal Miniature Soup Shooters with Garlic Toast Point
- Roasted Red Pepper with Kalamata Olives and Asparagus
- Curried Chicken and Apple Salad, golden pastry canapes
- Creole Style Deviled Eggs
- Spanikopita
- Fresh Fruit and Artisan Cheese platter to include Golden Pineapple, Melon, Seasonal Berries, Vermont Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Boursin, Goat and Bleu Cheeses.
- Vine Ripened Tomato, Red Onion and Basil Bruschetta with Garlic Crostini
- Italian Antipasto to include sliced Italian meats, Marinated Artichokes, Assorted Peppers, Kalamata Olives and Fresh Greens
- Gourmet Crackers and breads
* Gloria Ferrer Champagne Toast provided for your guests at their tables
- Boston Bibb Salad with Mandarin oranges, toasted almonds and honey Dijon
- Caprese Salad with fresh mozzarella, vine ripened tomatoes, red onion, balsamic and olive oil
- Classic Caesar Salad
- Classic Italian Minestrone or Chef's Seasonal Selection
- Penne Pasta with garlic olive oil and fresh herbs and shaved cheese or A La Vodka
- Prosciutto Wrapped Melon, Balsamic Glaze
- Spinach and Crab Stuffed Sole with Beurre Blanc Sauce
- Grilled Canadian Salmon with Dill Cucumber Salsa
- Bronzed Sea Bass with spicy Sambal aioli
- Sautéed Chicken Medallions with Maker's Mark Glaze
- Chicken Dijon with sautéed with French Dijon cream, fresh chives and toasted almonds
- Provolone and Herb Stuffed Chicken Roulade
- Marinated Sliced London Broil, butter garlic toast points
- Roasted Tenderloin of Beef, horseradish aioli and Béarnaise sauce
- Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Au jus
- Grilled French Pork Chop with roasted apples
CHEF'S CHOICE STARCH AND VEGETABLE ACCOMPANIMENTS
- Grilled Vegetable Montage with lemon basil aioli
- Sauteed Exotic Mushrooms with herbed polenta cake and wilted baby spinach
- Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Orchiette
Gourmet Bread and Butter served at all tables.
* Please see our Upgrades Section for additional options or speak to your event sales manager
22% Gratuity and NYS Sales Tax not included in pricing
Please speak to our event sales manager about special rates for off season weddings (Nov. 1-April 1) as well as discounted rates for event vendors and children under 8 years of age.
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The Simple Elegance Package
to greet your guests upon arrival, garnished with fresh fruit
- Assorted miniature Quiche
- Stuffed Baby Crimini Mushrooms with Chorizo Sausage and Cornbread
- Crispy Asian Vegetable Spring Roll and Duck Sauce
- Miniature Beef Tenderloin Wellington
- Crispy Risotto "Arancini" with Goat Cheese and Crimini Mushrooms
- Seasonal Miniature Soup Shooters with Garlic Toast Point
- Roasted Red Pepper with Kalamata Olives and Asparagus
- Curried Chicken and Apple Salad, golden pastry canapes
- Creole Style Deviled Eggs
- Spanikopita
- Mini Maryland Lump Crab Cake with Spicy Sambal Aioli
- Mini Shrimp Cocktail with horseradish chili sauce
- Crispy Frog Legs with garlic parsley demi glace
- Sea Scallops wrapped in peppered bacon, brown sugar glaze
- Crispy Parmesean Cup, goat cheese mousse
- Asian Inspired Ahi Tuna Tartar, wakame salad and crispy wonton
- Sliced Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio, horseradish crème fraiche
- -Fresh Fruit and Artisan Cheese platter to include Golden Pineapple, Melon, Seasonal Berries, Vermont Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Boursin, Goat and Bleu Cheeses.
- Vine Ripened Tomato, Red Onion and Basil Bruschetta with Garlic Crostini
- Italian Antipasto to include sliced Italian meats, Marinated Artichokes, Assorted Peppers, Kalamata Olives and Fresh Greens
- Gourmet Crackers and breads
- Drunken Little Neck Clams
- Crispy Boneless Chicken Bites (Paremesean or Buffalo), bleu cheese dipping sauce
- Miniature Meatballs (Swedish, Golden BBQ or Marinara)
- Chef Longton's Award Winning Mac n' Cheese
- BBQ Duck and Carmelized Onion Flatbread
- Penne Pasta (Bolognese or A la Vodka)
Gloria Ferrer Champagne Toast provided for your guests at their tables
- Classic Italian Minestrone or Chef's Seasonal Selection
- Penne Pasta with garlic, olive oil, shaved cheese and fresh herbs or A La Vodka
- Prosciutto Wrapped Melon, Balsamic Glaze
- Maryland Lump Crab Cake, sweet corn tomato salsa
- Boston Bibb Salad with Mandarin oranges, toasted almonds and honey Dijon
- Caprese Salad with fresh mozzarella, vine ripened tomatoes, red onion, balsamic and olive oil
- Classic Caesar Salad
- Arugula and Radicchio Salad, fresh chives, bleu cheese crumbles, lemon olive oil vinagrette
- Spinach and Crab Stuffed Sole with Beurre Blanc Sauce
- Grilled Canadian Salmon with Dill Cucumber Salsa
- Bronzed Sea Bass with spicy Sambal aioli
- Sauteed Chicken Medallions with Maker's Mark Glaze
- Chicken Dijon with sauteed with french Dijon cream, fresh chives and toasted almonds
- Provolone and Herb Stuffed Chicken Roulade
- Marinated Sliced London Broil, butter garlic toast points
- Roasted Tenderloin of Beef, horseradish aioli and Bearnaise sauce
- Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Au jus
- Grilled French Pork Chop with roasted apples
- Grilled Duck Breast, port wine fig demi glace
CHEF'S CHOICE STARCH AND VEGETABLE ACCOMPANIMENTS
- Grilled Vegetable Montage with lemon basil aioli
- Sauteed Exotic Mushrooms with herbed polenta cake and wilted baby spinach
- Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Orchiette
Gourmet Bread and Butter served at all tables.
(upgrade to Premium Open Bar for an additional fee)
*Please see our Upgrades Section for additional options or speak to your event sales manager
22% Gratuity and NYS Sales Tax not included in pricing
Please speak to our event sales manager about special rates for off season weddings (Nov. 1-April 1) as well as discounted rates for event vendors and children under 8 years of age.
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The Gilded Package
to greet your guests upon arrival, garnished with fresh fruit
- Assorted miniature Quiche
- Stuffed Baby Portobello Mushrooms with Chorizo Sausage and Cornbread
- Crispy Asian Vegetable Spring Roll and Duck Sauce
- Miniature Beef Tenderloin Wellington
- Crispy Risotto "Arancini" with Goat Cheese and Crimini Mushrooms
- Seasonal Miniature Soup Shooters with Garlic Toast Point
- Roasted Red Pepper with Kalamata Olives and Asparagus
- Curried Chicken and Apple Salad, golden pastry canapes
- Creole Style Deviled Eggs
- Spanikopita
- Mini Maryland Lump Crab Cake with Spicy Sambal Aioli
- Mini Shrimp Cocktail with horseradish chili sauce
- Crispy Frog Legs with garlic parsley demi glace
- Sea Scallops wrapped in peppered bacon, brown sugar glaze
- Crispy Parmesean Cup, goat cheese mousse
- Asian Inspired Ahi Tuna Tartar, wakame salad and crispy wonton
- Sliced Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio, horseradish crème fraiche
- Fresh Fruit and Artisan Cheese platter to include Golden Pineapple, Melon, Seasonal Berries, Vermont Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Boursin, Goat and Bleu Cheeses.
- Vine Ripened Tomato, Red Onion and Basil Bruschetta with Garlic Crostini
- Italian Antipasto to include sliced Italian meats, Marinated Artichokes, Assorted Peppers, Kalamata Olives and Fresh Greens
- Gourmet Crackers and breads
- Baked Brie en Crote, golden pastry, raspberry and apricot preserves
- Baked Spinach and Artichoke Asiago Dip (Both served with gourmet crackers)
- Drunken Little Neck Clams
- Crispy Boneless Chicken Bites (Paremesean or Buffalo), bleu cheese dipping sauce
- Miniature Meatballs (Swedish, Golden BBQ or Marinara)
- Chef Longton's Award Winning Mac n' Cheese
- BBQ Duck and Carmelized Onion Flatbread
- Penne Pasta (Bolognese or A la Vodka)
Gloria Ferrer Champagne Toast provided for your guests at their tables
- Classic Italian Minestrone or Chef's Seasonal Selection
- Penne Pasta with garlic, olive oil, fresh herbs and shaved cheese or A La Vodka
- Prosciutto Wrapped Melon, Balsamic Glaze
- Maryland Lump Crab Cake, sweet corn tomato salsa
- Crispy Tempura Asparagus, sweet and spicy Asian chili sauce
- Jumbo Shrimp, cocktail sauce and lemon
- Exotic Mushroom and Goat Cheese Struedel
- Bronzed Sea Scallops, horseradish cream and truffle oil
- Lobster Ravioli with roasted red pepper cream
- Boston Bibb Salad with Mandarin oranges, toasted almonds and honey Dijon
- Caprese Salad with fresh mozzarella, vine ripened tomatoes, red onion, balsamic and olive oil
- Classic Caesar Salad
- Arugula and Radicchio Salad, fresh chives, bleu cheese crumbles, lemon olive oil vinagrette
- Artisan Greens, tomato, walnuts, summer berries and berrry balsamic vinagrette
- Fennel and Apple Salad with terragon dressing
- Spinach and Crab Stuffed Sole with Beurre Blanc Sauce
- Grilled Canadian Salmon with Dill Cucumber Salsa
- Bronzed Sea Bass with spicy Sambal aioli
- Sauteed Chicken Medallions with Maker's Mark Glaze
- Chicken Dijon with sauteed with french Dijon cream, fresh chives and toasted almonds
- Provolone and Herb Stuffed Chicken Roulade
- Marinated Sliced London Broil, butter garlic toast points
- Roasted Tenderloin of Beef, horseradish aioli and Bearnaise sauce
- Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Au jus
- Grilled French Pork Chop with roasted apples
- Grilled Duck Breast, port wine fig demi glace
- Lobster Stuffed Canadian Salmon
- Sliced Boneless Lamb Loin chop with apple mint compote
- Oven Roasted ½ Chicken with orange cranberry relish
- Grilled Petit Filet Mignon, cabernet shallot sauce
- French Cut Pork Chop stuffed with provolone, proscuitto and sage
- Grilled NY Strip Steak
CHEF'S CHOICE STARCH AND VEGETABLE ACCOMPANIMENTS
- Grilled Vegetable Montage with lemon basil aioli
- Sauteed Exotic Mushrooms with herbed polenta cake and wilted baby spinach
- Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Orchiette
- Wild Mushroom Risotto
- Grilled Eggplant with artichoke hearts and roasted red pepper cous cous
Gourmet Bread and Butter served at all tables.
(upgrade to Premium Open Bar for an additional fee)
*Please see our Upgrades Section for additional options or speak to your event sales manager
22% Gratuity and NYS Sales Tax not included in pricing
Please speak to our event sales manager about special rates for off season weddings (Nov. 1-April 1) as well as discounted rates for event vendors and children under 8 years of age.
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Upgrades and Options
(Ask us about live action chef manned stations)
($12/person)
- Fresh shucked Blue Point Oysters, Rhode Island Little Neck Clams, New Zealand Mussels accompanied by cocktail, mignonette, spicy sambal aioli sauces, lemon and horseradish
- Crispy Florida Rock Shrimp Fra Diavlo
- Steamed Clams
- Duck Trap Smoked Salmon, Rye Bread and traditional accompaniments
*Add Shrimp Cocktail to any station at market price per pound.
Speak to your event sales manager about pricing for personalized ice sculptures to take this station over the top!
($6/person)
To include the following bruschetta's as well as Garlic Crostini and assorted domestic and imported shaved cheeses:
- Vine Ripened Tomato, Red Onion and Basil
- Lobster and Tomato Basil
- Mediterranean Vegetable and Goat Cheese
- Carmelized Onion and Gorgonzola
($5/person)
- Sliced Vine Ripened Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella and assorted oils, glazed and salts as well as fresh basil and sliced red onion beautifully displayed for your guests to enjoy.
($6/person)
- Choice of Chicken or Beef
- Accompanied by Asian Vegetables, Basmati Rice
- Spicy Sesame Sauce
(Choice of 2 f$6/person)
- Meditteranean Mini Penne
- Gnocchi Cabanara
- Cavatelli Fra Diavlo
- Penne Bolognese or A La Vodka
- Genoese Pesto
- Gourmet rolls and butter, shaved cheeses and red pepper
Desserts Stations
($4/person)
- A wonderful assortment of warm homestyle cookies and brownies.
(Add To-Go Containers and this becomes a wonderful take home favor!)
($6/person)
- Assorted bite sized pastries, cookies, mousses and cakes.
Wow your guests with either a station or butler passed of our beloved mini sliders including:
Choice of One
- Wishing Well Sliders (Hamburger and Cheeseburger)
- Mini Pork Sliders, Carolina Golden BBQ and carmelized onion
Choice of One
- Roquefort Steak Fries, red pepper flakes, chopped scallions
- Saratoga Chips, truffle sour cream
- Custom Ice Sculptures
- Sorbet Intermezzo
- Table Side Wine Service
- Food Tastings
- Take-Home Cake Tasting
*ALL WEDDING AND BANQUET DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE*
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Preferred Event Professionals
Musicians:
- Soul Session (Band): Contact-Garland Nelson Phone: (518) 583-8102 Web: www.soulsession.com
- Andy Pratt (DJ): Contact-Andy Pratt Phone: (518) 644-9762 Web: www.djandypratt.com
- Music Man Entertainment (DJ, monograms, lighting): Contact- Mike Garrasi Phone: (518) 842-4065 Web: www.musicmanentertainment.com
- Cool Cat Entertainment (DJ and performers): Contact-Vinny Phone: (518) 384-2288 Web: www.coolcatdj.com
- Paul Malo (DJ): Contact-Paul Malo Phone: (518) 383-3978 Web: www.djpaulmalo@aol.com
- Piano Man Entertainment (DJ, slideshows, monograms, plasma screens) Contact: Diana Belles-Operations Manager,( DJ’s : Jeff Richards, Nate Miller) Phone: (518) 489-4000 Web: www.PianoManDJ.com
- Spa City Duo (violin/cello-ceremonies and cocktail hour): Contact-Demtria Koninis Phone: (518) 587-7138 Web: www.spacityduo.com
- Sten Isachsen (classical guitarist): Contact-Sten Isachsen Phone: (518) 368-8485 Web: www.StenIsachsen.com
Photographers:
- Matt Ramos Photography (photography and photo booths): Contact-Matt Ramos Phone: (518) 377-4346 Web: www.mattramosphotography.com
- McGarry Photography: Contact-Brian McGrarry Phone: (518) 355-7030 Web: www.mcgarryphotography.com
- Tracey Buyce Photography: Contact-Tracey Buyce Phone: (518) 441-2704 Web: www.traceybuyce.com
- Clark and Walker: Contact: Luke Walker Phone: 866-559-6437 Web: www.clarkwalkerstudio.com
- Al Woodard (videographer): Contact-Al Woodard Phone: (518) 456-0052 Web: al@alwoodardfilms.com www.alwoodardfilms.com
Florist/Décor:
- Fine Affairs (Preferred Vendor): Complete Event Décor, Contact: Michael Panza, Phone: ( 518) 580-9441, (518) 587-4648, Web: www.fineaffairs.com,
- Experience/Tablecloths for Granted: Contact: Rudy Phone: (518) 370-5481 Web: tableclothsforgranted.com, www.experienceandcreativedesign.com (518) 374-6885
- Ambiance Florals and Events: Phone: (518) 446-9900 Web: www.Ambianceflorals.com
- Fleurtacious Designs: Contact: Kris Ann Phone: (518) 283-7262 Web: www.fleurtaciousdesigns.com
- Surroundings Floral Studio: Contact-On Phone: (518) 464-1382 Web: www.surroundingsfloral.com
- Dehn’s Flowers Inc.: Contact: Debbie Phone: (518) 584-1800 Web: www.dehnsflowers.com
Rentals:
- Allerdice Rent-All: Contact: Debbie Strohm Phone: (518) 584-1412 Web: www.AllerdicePartyRentall.com
- Total Events: Phone: 877-789-EVENTS Web: www.totaleventsny.com
- Clifton Park Rentals: Phone: (518) 877-7449 Web: www.cliftonparkrental.com
- Rain or Shine: Contact-Pember Phone: 800-647-6054 Web: www.tentrent.com
Transportation:
- Premiere (limos, shuttles): Phone: (518) 459-6123 Web: www.premierlimo.com
- Classic Limousine(limos, shuttles, track transport, corporate sedan service): Phone: Captial District (518) 433-0303, (518) 355-3009 (Fulton/Montgomery County) (518) 725-RIDE Web: www.albanyclassiclimo.com
THE WISHING WELL RESTAURANT SPECIAL EVENTS POLICIES:
- To reserve any event space, a NON-REFUNDABLE deposit will be required.
- Wedding Deposit is $500. Please see your event coordinator for deposits on other events
- Weddings canceled 3 months or less from your wedding date will be subject to a cancelation fee.
- We request that you do not bring any outside food our alcohol onto the premises unless first approved by ownership.
- The Wishing Well has a strict NO SHOT policy for weddings and special events.
- Guest and entrée counts for special events are required no less than one week prior to your event.
- For our Brides and Grooms, we ask that no envelopes, cards and gifts be taken home with you at the end of your wedding.
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