TPC is an absolutely beautiful venue! Our wedding day was over and above our wildest expectations!
We planned the event with the help of Carley Rodriguez. She was responsive to all our needs, communicated effectively and cordially with all o...ur vendors and worked to create an exceptionally extraordinary event. Our wedding day was extraordinary! The property is spectacular, and our guests enjoyed doing family photo shoots on the grand staircase and the lawn overlooking the 17th hole! In spite of the overcast day, our photos are incredible due to the lovely architecture and the natural beauty of the grounds.
Carley worked tirelessly with me to create the perfect atmosphere for our affair. She accommodated the needs of our remarkable DJ, Frederick Hart, LLC, to maximize the reception hall for elegant dining and optimum dance space. She was diligent to attend to the details we envisioned and ensured that both the ceremony and reception were beyond our expectations. Since our event was a destination wedding for much of our family and friends, Carley recommended lodging options at the Hilton Garden Inn that far exceeded our expectations. It is apparent that the relationships the venue staff has made with the surrounding businesses will fully enhance any event you plan at TPC.
The food was exceptional. Steak was cooked perfectly, served hot and presentation was outstanding. The Chicken Florentine was brilliant! Wine service was outstanding. We had quite a few guests with allergies and the kitchen staff was particularly attentive to each of their needs and the servers focused carefully to ensure they were well cared for. Our guests were spoiled with great dinner and wine service.
My two major disappointments were during cocktail hour and the close of the celebration. During the cocktail hour the appetizers were scarce and many of our guests never saw a tray passed before them. For a crowd of 200 people, trays of only six appetizers do not go far. The service staff did not get to the bulk of the guests before having to refill their trays, and only the guests closest to the door of the bar area were served and the majority of guests on the interior went without appetizers. Additionally, at the end of the evening, the service staff in their eagerness to clean, took full beverages from our guest tables before the event was complete. Since the bar closed an hour before the event ended, guests did not get the opportunity to fully enjoy their beer and cocktails. The considerable expense of these services warrants better training. The staff should be aware that each guest should be respected and served properly. If four different appetizers were served, each guest should have the opportunity to experience every option. It doesn’t matter how good the appetizers and drinks are if the staff limits the opportunity to taste them.
Because every bit of service outside of those two exceptions, was over and above a five-star experience, I still would rate TPC Sawgrass a Five Star Experience! Our guests raved about the venue, food and atmosphere. I am forever grateful for the perfect wedding day that Carley helped to create. Everyone in attendance will cherish the memories of celebrating our wedding day and dancing the night away at TPC Sawgrass!