The Reserve on Dorrance

We had our ceremony and reception at The Dorrance on 9/26 and it was even better than I had imagined it would be. The Dorrance was our last stop after looking at close to 10 venues in Boston, Newport and Providence. We instantly fell in love with how beautiful the space is and knew it was "the one." Regina and Lindsay were so helpful leading up to the big day. Regina, the co-owner, constantly reassured me and let me know she was there for me and would do whatever needed to be done to make the day exactly how we wanted it. Co-owner Jean was in charge of us the night of the wedding and she really knows her stuff. She runs a tight ship, which is great because she made sure we ate and were where we needed to be. It's easy to lose track of time and miss things, but Jean made sure we were right on schedule the entire night. A few mall complaints: 1. The cake and coffee weren't served; they were placed in the corner of the other side of room, where cocktail hour displays were set up earlier. A lot of guests didn't know it was there (the band announced it later), and it was also difficult for people to juggle cake and coffee through the dance floor back to their seats. We paid a lot of money for our cake, and a lot of it went to waste. There was an entire tier of vanilla cake that I didn't even see sliced and they didn't give us any left over to take home (besides our top tier of course)We were also charged an additional $3 per person for "coffee service" and there's no way that we went through over $300 worth of coffee (there were just 2 carafes left by the cake, and again, most guests didn't know it was there). Cake and coffee should be served to guests! 2. We paid extra per person for a "late night pizza" snack. I was told by Regina that these would be passed by servers, but they ended up sticking them in the same corner that they stuck the cake. Again, not many people new it was there, and by the time the band announced it, the pizza was cold. For the amount we paid, there were not many pizzas laid out either! 3. I don't like the "by consumption bar." I'm pretty sure our final bar tab was padded by the bartenders. Most venues offer a flat rate open bar price per person. This is a better way to go, and they should think about changing this. Overall, our night was absolutely amazing. The food was delicious and we received so many compliments. Countless guests described our wedding as "regal." I would wholeheartedly recommend this venue for your wedding, and we look forward to going back to eat dinner for a special occasion.

My husband and I chose The Dorrance in downtown Providence for our reception. It was the absolute perfect choice for us. Jean and Lindsay were flawless in their execution of the entire night and listened to everything we said we wanted out of the night. The food is 5 star, the cocktails were delicious and the service was amazing. The property itself is so ornate and beautiful, all we needed was some flowers to really set the tone for our wedding. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone with champagne taste on a budget!!

The Dorrance is the most beautiful and perfect wedding venue around! It is formerly known as the Federal Reserve building and it is stunning! Not only is it in charming Providence, RI, but it is exquisite in all areas. First, the space is breathtaking. From the marble walls and intricate ceilings to the tasty food and fancy drinks, this venue is perfect for anyone trying to capture a vintage and classic wedding with a modern twist. Your guests will not stop admiring the late 19th century detail that this building offers. Secondly, the staff is extraordinary! Lindsay, the wedding planner, is amazing. She has great advice to offer and is there for you every step of the way. Jean and Regina, the owners, are so kind and helpful. They make you feel special and are accommodating in all ways possible. The waitstaff (servers and bartenders) go above and beyond your expectations. The drinks are one of a kind and the food by chef Berto is incredible. The staff captured our vision in every way. From the decor and set up to the food and drinks, they made our dreams come true! Finally, the space is intimate flexible. There are so many ways to set up your reception vision and it is a perfect fit for those who are having a smaller wedding and want an intimate feel. If I could go back in time and plan my wedding again, I would choose The Dorrance every time! Every step of the way was perfect and The Dorrance family ensures that your day is the best! THANK YOU!