5.0
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King & Bear/Slammer & Squire
Golf Course Views and Delicious Dishes
Jacksonville & St. Augustine Florida
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
We had a wonderful experience with my daughter's wedding at King & Bear. Kristen was excellent at communicating with us, answering all our questions quickly. The food was excellent for the cocktail hour and reception. The staff were friendly and helpful. The bartenders went above and beyond expectations with bringing drinks from the bar to several elderly guests so they didn't have to get up. I would highly recommend this venue and team for any events you have planned.
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at King & Bear and the entire event was seamless!
Here are some highlights of why we selected this venue and why I 100% recommended it:
-Staci Watkins, the amazing onsite event coordinator who took charge of making my vision come to life. She was simply amazing!
-Onsite parking!
-Affordable and beautiful; causally elegant. So many of our guests complimented the venue choice. Food, drinks and dancing were inside, and outside we used the firepits — many of our guests took in the evening from that relaxing vantage point.
-Excellent food! We chose to do only heavy hors d’ oeuvres and the Chef worked with us to accommodate exactly what we wanted.
-Excellent, professional staff! We had a handful of people working our event who were always there, yet always discreet. Attentive, friendly, gracious — truly great!
-A private locker room area to get ready in — and we were checked in by the staff to ensure all was well.
-Location! We had many out of state guests and WGV is smack dab in the middle of lots of options so our guests could make a vacation out of their trip. Historic St Augustine? Nearby! Beaches? Check! Jacksonville experiences? Not too far away! And there are lots of AirBnB, VRBO and hotels nearby.
I cannot recommend King&Bear and its amazing staff highly enough. If you’re looking for a fair, affordable price without sacrificing a stunning wedding—this is your spot!
About this venue
Staci Watkins
EVENTS DIRECTOR
Typically responds within 24h
Located in Saint Augustine, FL, King & Bear and Slammer & Squire are two characterful wedding venues. With these two venues, you can choose the one that speaks to your wedding vision. Staffed by a team of attentive event professionals, they can help you make the very most of your chosen space.
Golf enthusiasts will be overjoyed by the view of the verdant King & Bear courses from AJ’s Kitchen & Cocktails. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light, basking you and your guests in warmth. You can also enjoy a cocktail reception on AJ’s generous patio area, complete with comfortable lawn furniture. For a different angle on your reception, you can choose Slammer & Squire. Here, you and your guests can enjoy a sprawling panorama of the 9th green from the comfort of your tables. Slammer & Squire features an interior of rich wood and peaked ceilings, keeping intact its Floridian country club vibe.
King & Bear and Slammer & Squire offer a wealth of services to help you facilitate your spectacular celebration. Chief among them is their in-house catering services. Work directly with the culinary experts to design a custom menu that honors your unique tastes. Serving styles to suit the vibe of your event are readily available, whether that be a three-course plated meal or a buffet-style dining experience. Event rentals can also be acquired on-site, such as tables, chairs, flatware, glassware, linens, lighting, and more. Set up and cleanup of your celebration will be managed by the staff, allowing you to fully enjoy your day.
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Meet the team
- Rick WatersDirector of Food & BeverageRick employs his wealth of expertise to lead our food and beverage operation with impeccable service and detail. Upon finishing school at Florida State, he began his hospitality career in food and beverage, working for ClubCorp in Tallahassee at The University Club at Florida State. He continued his career with ClubCorp at The University Club in Jacksonville before then at The Lodge & Club in Ponte Vedra Beach.Prior to coming to World Golf Village, Rick was at Epping Forest Yacht & Country Club in the San Jose area of Jacksonville on the St. Johns River. He first served as the Director of Food and Beverage at the club, before moving to the leadership position of Assistant General Manager.
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