Cescaphe at the Water Works – American
Perched along the river’s edge, this historic landmark envelops guests in an atmosphere of timeless grandeur, beginning with a crisp champagne greeting that sets a sophisticated, celebratory tone. The evening unfolds through a lavish tapestry of flavors, moving from the briny elegance of chilled seafood displays to the theatrical flair of chef-attended action stations where culinary artistry takes center stage. As the night deepens, the space hums with the clink of top-shelf cocktails and the rich aroma of artisanal espresso, creating an indulgent sanctuary of hospitality that lingers long after the final cordial is poured.
640, Waterworks Drive, 19130 https://weddings.cescaphe.com/venue/water-works/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Beverages
Premium beverage service included in the wedding package.
- Top-Shelf Open Bar: Six-hour service featuring premium spirits and liquors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Signature Cocktail: Custom cocktail of your choice
- Champagne Greeting: Chilled champagne served upon arrival Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Coffee and Espresso Bar: Freshly brewed coffee and espresso drinks Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- After-Dinner Cordials: Selection of post-dinner liqueurs and spirits Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Cocktail Hour
Signature 90-minute cocktail service featuring extensive food libraries and stations.
- Butlered Hors D'oeuvres: Selection of 40 different hand-passed appetizers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Raw and Chilled Seafood Display: Famous raw bar featuring fresh seafood selections Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Antipasto Stations: Assorted cured meats, cheeses, and marinated vegetables
- Hot Chafing Dishes: Selection of warm culinary specialties Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Chef-Attended Action Stations: Interactive culinary stations prepared live by chefs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Main Courses
Formal seated dinner service.
- Three-Course Dinner: Full service dinner with tableside entree selection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner
Desserts
Sweet conclusions to the wedding celebration.
- Custom 4-Tier Wedding Cake: Choice of Fondant or Butter Cream in custom styles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Viennese Dessert Display: Extensive collection of pastries, sweets, and treats Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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