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Watermill Caterers
4.6 ★★★★★ 994 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Smithtown, New York
Large venue specializing in weddings and other special events, with a chapel, gardens and a ballroom.
Plan your tour
- Capacity couples mention 200–200-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Catering in-house catering & bar — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Pets pet-friendly comes up in reviews — ask about having your dog in the ceremony
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (631) 724-3242
- Website watermillcaterers.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Friday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 AM |
The setting
“The space is elegant, modern and the atmosphere is always on point, and events here consistently run smoothly.”
“From the stunning picturesque garden, indoor & outdoor alters, Bridal & Groomsmen suites, reception room and best of all cocktail room.”
Amenities couples mention
“They let us enjoy cocktail hour/say hello’s to our guest and even have a few minutes to ourself before reception started with samples of all the food in the bridal suite to enjoy.”
“Many pluses to marrying here, there’s a grooms suite, they have a gorgeous chapel so if weather is a concern then that’s a really big plus.”
“The only downside was the occasional noise from the nearby street during the outdoor ceremony.”
“From valet to waiters and bar staff all very corteous and smiling.”
“They even welcomed and included our dog Milo as part of our day, which made the celebration even more meaningful.”
“Our photographers/videographer from ADA and DJ crew from Tommy Tunes all coordinated everything so perfectly.”
What couples say again and again
“Many pluses to marrying here, there’s a grooms suite, they have a gorgeous chapel so if weather is a concern then that’s a really big plus.”
“Johnny and Dominic made the night run so smooth- checking in making sure we ate, always had a drink in our hand and just made the entire night run SO seamless!”
“August 24, 2025 was the most special day of my life thus far and I want to thank everyone at the Watermill from the bottom of my husband and mine's hearts.”
“The outdoors provide perfect backdrops for portraits, with their gorgeous landscape and gardens.”
“The food was delicious, we found all of our vendors from their vendor showcase, and our wedding attendants saw to every need we had.”
From the reviews
I got married at the watermill 9/4/2023. It was an absolutely beautiful experience. Everything was easy and stress free for my husband and I . Our guests absolutely raved about the food and the overall place in general. Rob, Nick, Brian, and Christina made sure everything went exactly how I wanted it to go.
Leaving a review here because this place deserves a 5 star rating. I’m sure many brides end up very excited over the moment of their wedding so reviews can be difficult to determine if that’s the place for your or not but I’ll give some insight on my own.
This establishment was excellent. I had my Anniversary Party on Valentine's Day this Saturday From the beginning of planning to the date of the event Watermill staff made my experience one of the best experiences I've ever had. Well worth the money spent. The atmosphere was just great and a pleasure.
Watermill Caterers is a beautiful venue, we absolutely love shooting weddings here. The outdoors provide perfect backdrops for portraits, with their gorgeous landscape and gardens. There are so many locations as well, allowing for tons of variety.
Getting married at Watermill Caterers
Watermill Caterers comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Watermill Caterers
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Watermill Caterers — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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