PIER 22 Dining and Catering is a stunning wedding venue located in Bradenton, FL, offering services to couples hosting their special day. This magnificent waterfront property features Spanish-style architectural design elements, and it is conveniently located close to local attractions and amenities. Featuring a beautiful modern interior, fantastic views, and waterfront access, this venue has everything couples need to create the bespoke wedding experience of their dreams. The dedicated team prides themselves on their customer focus and attention to detail and loves working with couples to bring their wedding vision to life.
With several event locations available, PIER 22 Dining and Catering can host weddings with up to 300 guests. There are both indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception options available. The available venues include the Dockside Lounge, the Waterside Terrace, the PIER 22 Grand Ballroom, and several private and semi-private rooms. Each location features panoramic views of the Manatee River and provides the perfect backdrop for wedding celebrations and photographs. There are also get-ready rooms available where the wedding couple can enjoy some privacy and prepare for the day.
PIER 22 Dining and Catering offers a range of services and packages that couples can customize to their needs. A dedicated wedding planner is available to each couple who will ensure every celebration is as seamless as it is spectacular. Catering is available in-house from a team of executive chefs who will prepare a custom menu to each coupleâs exact specifications. The team can also provide a host of event rentals and decor items such as altars and arches to complete each couple's wedding vision. PIER 22 Dining and Catering also offers bar services. Couples can hire in-house bartenders to man the bar, arrange a champagne toast, and avail of house beer, liquor, and wine. This wonderful venue is easily accessible, has plenty of parking for guests, and has wheelchair access.
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
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Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Destination Weddings, Food & Catering, Planning, Wedding Design, Rentals & Equipment, Tents, Service Staff
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PIER 22 Catering & Special Events Reviews
Evian Burris(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We had our wedding reception at Pier22 and it was the best experience ever. It was incredibly beautiful, the team was fantastic, and was all under our budget! All of our guests raved about each food dish and every bar drink. They all took the time to deliver quality food and drinks. Our cake was amazing. Working with Hannah was great. She really made this whole experience stress-free and really made sure everything was the way my husband and I wanted things. The ballroom was incredibly beautiful and I was particularly happy that we were able to have candles lit- it really created a beautiful ambiance. We recommend Pier22 to everyone who is looking for a unique venue on the water and on a budget. Thank you Pier 22 and Hannah Stevens! Reviewed on 30-10-2023
Jennifer Tran(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Pier 22 & Kim were amazing from start to finish. Kim was always responsive to emails and so helpful when we had questions. The food was delicious. We had so many options to choose from, our guests loved all the food and the cake was beautiful. Our wedding was a dream and Pier 22 helped make it happened. We needed a tent last minute due to rain and Kim helped make it possible for us within 48 hours. Definitely recommend Pier 22 for anyone looking for an amazing vendor for their wedding. Reviewed on 15-10-2023
Jenna DePasquale(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Pier 22 was A++++ from start to finish. From the minute I met Hannah (event coordinator at Pier 22) from the night of the wedding all the communication and details were exceptional. They followed and executed all the details I laid out for them on my reception agenda. The food was out of this world! Many of the guests walked up to my husband and I said that this was the best meal they have ever had at a wedding! I would high recommend this venue to any Bride & Groom! Reviewed on 28-06-2023
Lieeza Nicklaus(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Thank you so much for hosting our wedding. EVERY single person made this day so stress free and perfect. All of the staff went above and beyond. Huge shoutout to Hannah and Nicole, you ladies are amazing. The venue was perfect, the views were perfect, the food was perfect. You guys deserve more than five stars. We are so thankful for this venue. Thank you! Reviewed on 20-06-2023
Victoria Panna Lappi(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-11-2022 We loved working with Hannah for our wedding on November 4, 2022! She was professional, communicative, and accommodating to all of our requests. The food was delicious and the space was breathtaking! Reviewed on 28-04-2023
Erin Sheerin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-02-2023 We used Pier 22 for our wedding at the Powel Crosely Estate. We reached out to multiple vendors and Pier 22 was the most accommodating for the cocktail style reception we were looking for! They helped coordinate all rentals - including our donut wall (a first for them). We thoroughly enjoyed our tasting experience and loved the flexibility of the menu options. Our guests raved about the selections! Thank you Kim & team! Reviewed on 11-03-2023
MELISSA Morton(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-11-2022 We had Pier 22 cater our wedding. They were amazing! We received a ton of compliments on the apps, dinner (filet & lobster) and cake. Kim was very easy to work with- organized and responsive. We were sold after the tasting- very well executed, amazing food and very organized. Would 100% recommend! Reviewed on 07-12-2022
Sarah Lawrence(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-11-2022 So happy we went with Pier 22 as our wedding venue and caterer. Hannah was so great to work with. Very nice and helpful. We had many questions and she was so patient with us and very responsive. Made sure everything was set the day of! SO many guests told us how good the food was! I wish I had more time to eat than everything else I was doing! :) Would highly recommend! Reviewed on 19-11-2022
Zsofi Imre(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-04-2022 We had a great experience with Pier 22. They were flexible the day-of and very responsive to any questions via emails and phone calls. Our only issue was that our venue contact changed, and we were not notified until I reached out to ask a question. This ended up not being an issue, it would have just been nice to know. Our wedding space looked great, and it was beautiful in the ballrooms with the giant windows. Reviewed on 16-04-2022
Shauna Barritt(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-02-2022 Excellent caterer! Great food and great service! Ultimately picked this caterer for our wedding at the Powel Crosley because of their flexibility and quality of food. They easily accommodated gluten free dishes for our celiac guests that most vendors wouldnât. They offered MANY dishes and appetizers that easily made our menu customizable.. Went to dinner at Pier 22 and Grove locations in addition to completing tastings, and was never disappointed. Food at wedding was perfectly cooked, hot, and delicious! Would highly recommend the beef tenderloin, mahi-mahi, eggplant torte, and the prosciutto wrapped asparagus. Didnât hear a single complaint about food from guests either. They easily accommodated specific beverage and rental requests we had for our wedding, including a chandelier, cushions on chairs, and specific beers and liquors guests like. We also ordered our cake through the baker at Pier 22 and it was truly delicious! It was a huge convenience not having to coordinate another vendor for cake and we knew it would show up with the rest of the food. It was also very good! We had both chocolate and carrot cake tiers, that were gone by the end of night. We look forward to visiting their restaurants again soon! The staff was friendly and helpful during event and we truly appreciate the care they put into our wedding. Would recommend clarifying bottled versus tap water if have preference for event. Reviewed on 18-02-2022
Ashley Williams(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-05-2021 We had our rehearsal dinner here in the ballroom and the staff was excellent. The communication was average leading up to the event, but we couldnât be happier with how it turned out. The views are amazing and we got to see a beautiful sunset as we ate dinner. They were able to accommodate us bringing a groomscake and served it as well. The guests only had compliments regarding the food, and they even had vegan options which was a plus. We definitely recommend this location to other wedding parties and large events. Thank you for everything PIER 22! Reviewed on 30-05-2021
Rosemary Espinal(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-02-2020 Pier22 was delicious!!! Everyone loved the food. I wanted a Latin Flavor at our wedding and Pier22 delivered!!! Outstanding & Professional ! Highly recommend them. Reviewed on 17-03-2020
Christina Cremeans(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-01-2020 Pier 22 was the perfect venue for our wedding. The staff was accommodating from the beginning helping to build a menu and options that fit our budget. After months of planning I was able to hand everything over to Jillian the event Coordnator who set up the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception sites. She was there every step of the way and pier 22 turned into our dream wedding venue. Our guests had nothing but positive feedback and were shocked at how affordable this venue was. I had many guests assuming we paid more than double what our final cost was. Very impressed and would highly recommend for anyone looking to have a waterfront wedding Reviewed on 23-02-2020
Samantha Krueger(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-11-2019 Pier 22 was the most amazing venue! I couldnât have expected anything more from them from beginning to end everything was so beautiful Reviewed on 14-11-2019
Christy M(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-04-2019 Five stars all around!! We had our rehearsal dinner at pier 22 and they also catered our wedding at the Powel Crosley Estate. From the staff to the food it was top notch all the way,our guests raved over the food and how accommodating and professional the staff were. Jillian worked closely with me from the beginning to ensure we had everything we wanted and stayed within our budget. She went above and beyond most catering managers!! Not to mention she was extremely easy to work with! I would not hesitate to hire this restaurant again for another big function! Reviewed on 13-05-2019
Brittany Bartlett(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-02-2019 This venue was perfect. The views were great, the food was amazing and Jilian made sure everything ran smoothly. We had a perfect day! Reviewed on 14-03-2019
Devan Katsigiannakis(professional)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-11-2018 So professional and helpful, they are seasoned pro's. The event went beautifully and we couldn't be happier. Reviewed on 28-11-2018
Nicole Hudson(bride)1 out of 5 Rating
Incredibly rude customer service. Do not show for appointments and difficult to communicate with. Ended up deciding this was not my venue due to the fact that their communication and professionalism was so poor . Very disappointed with this place đ . Reviewed on 16-09-2018
Lauren England(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-07-2018 Pier 22 hosted my bridal luncheon prior to my wedding. They had a lovely private room with a great view of the fish tank and plenty of room for seating. The food was outstanding. I had the crab cake sandwich and it was superior!The waitress was very attentive and helpful. She even brought in extra forks for us to use for a special dessert my aunts prepared for the occasion. Reviewed on 17-08-2018
Lauren Fuhrig(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-03-2018 I used pier 22 for my rehearsal dinner, wedding night, and post wedding brunch. Everyone still raves about the food. Jillian did an amazing job coordinating everything, and I honestly couldnât be happier with my wedding. The upstairs ballroom of pier22 has had a makeover in the last year and now looks really classy overlooking the river. It was the perfect spot for our rehearsal dinner. Then we used the outdoor patio for our post wedding brunch and we all enjoyed mimosas in the sunshine. Such a beautiful venue! Reviewed on 28-05-2018
Jennifer Moss(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-11-2017 Jillian at Pier 22 was great and helped with every detail as well as on the day of our wedding! Our wedding and reception were outside on the patio overlooking the river. The ceremony was wonderful and the reception was great! But just after the delicious brunch buffet, it rained! All of our guests were ushered inside and accommodated. I am very thankful to the staff of Pier 22 for saving the day! Reviewed on 27-11-2017
Rachel Conter(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-03-2017 Pier22 was the perfect place to have our reception after a beach ceremony. They offer multiple areas to accommodate parties of different sizes. The event coordinator Jillian was such a big help. She guided us in our menu choices, helped with all the details, and even decorated the room. The staff was wonderful, as was the food. I would definitely recommend! Reviewed on 26-04-2017
Syeda Solar(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-12-2016 Pier 22 made our wedding a very memorable one. We can not express our gratitude enough to Jillian Price (event coordinator). Jillian did an amazing job at the reception. Jillian has been working with to coordinate our wedding reception from day 1 all the way up to the big day. Jillian, helped us arrange all of florals, table set ups, center pieces and so much more. We were blown away and our guests as well. Pier 22 also had the best entrees that had went out and not a single complaint! Thank you so much Jillian and Pier 22. When we come back down to visit from NJ, we will for sure come back to see you! Syeda and Camilo Reviewed on 30-12-2016
Stephanie Dolen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-10-2016 Pier 22 exceeded all of my expectations for our October 2016 wedding. Our ceremony was outside along the beautiful Manatee river and reception was inside in the Ballroom. Jillian and her team were extremely attentive and the service was impeccable down to the very last detail. They did a fantastic job decorating and it was so nice to not have to worry about that. Any last minute requests were handled with efficiency and no stress! Everyone is still raving about the venue and the food as well! Reviewed on 29-10-2016
Jennifer Kelly(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-06-2016 What an amazing reception! The staff, food, and coordinator were wonderful!! They never let drinks run out and the food was so delicious!!! I couldn't have asked for more!! Amazing! Reviewed on 08-07-2016
Jessica Probus(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-05-2016 Jillian and her team helped to make our wedding day so special! Every detail was attended to with utmost professionalism and care. The food, the service, the atmosphere. ..it was all perfect. Thank you! Reviewed on 02-06-2016
Lauren Schmitz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-10-2015 This venue was perfect for our 60 person wedding. We used the patio outside on the river for our entire event and couldn't be happier. The feeling was romantic, intimate and private - exactly what we were hoping for. The management staff (Jillian and Michelle) helped make all of our visions come true - we had the perfect flow of tables (we requested banquet tables vs round tables) and layout. The dance floor was separated from the dinner tables by the bar and high top tables used for the cocktail hour and for places to post up when you needed a break from dancing! I have never seen this set up at a wedding and it was AMAZING. And this layout also made it great for the guests who did not want to dance since they were not bombarded by the loud music. The lights hanging in the trees enhanced our romantic tablescapes. \r\rI heard nothing but praise for the food - I am personally a vegetarian and did not really eat much at the wedding (too busy dancing!), but not one guest commented negatively on any of the dishes or cocktail hour items. Everyone LOVED the house salad!\r\rThe wait staff during the event went above and beyond to make sure our needs were met - you barely noticed them doing their jobs, but everything was taken care of timely (dinner, salads, clean up, etc) there weren't empty glasses laying around or anything like that. And they made sure to fill our glasses whenever they were low and to ask about anything we needed when we were sitting at the table. They even offered to help get rid of a few wedding crashers that found their way to the patio - I really couldn't express my gratefulness to the staff enough! \r\rIf you are looking to get married in the area do yourself a favor and check this place out for your special day! Reviewed on 28-10-2015
Hyun Ah Kim(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-10-2014 The food was fantastic and the service was great. They were able to flip my location from ceremony to reception in less than an hour. Everyone raved about the food and they by far quoted me with the lowest and best quote and worked with my budget. Reviewed on 13-11-2014
Malia Gonczar(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-07-2013 Michelle was amazing and helped calm all nerves about the big day! As a DIY Bride I was nervous about it all turning out the way I wanted and talking to her and hearing her ideas my fears melted away! She also helped calm my mom, and my fellow brides that was a blessing! Reviewed on 01-08-2013
Daniele Fairbrother(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-04-2013 I decided to have my ceremony and reception here. It was a beautiful setting and they have many dining rooms to choose from, depending on the size (#of guests). Michelle was outstanding! Se helped me make so many decisions that brought all my hopes and dreams come true. This was our 2nd marriage and I wanted it to intimate with my family and closest friends. The day was perfect! Reviewed on 05-05-2013
crystal fregolle(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-10-2012 Angelica at Pier 22 was wonderful. Anything we needed they provided. The food and service was above our exceptions. The space and price was perfect. They made our reception so special. Thank you so much for making it so beautiful. Reviewed on 30-10-2012
JoLynn Thomas(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-06-2011 Our hostess was phenominal, the food was superb, and the atmosphere was excellent. I am very satisfied with our choice to have our reception at this venue. Reviewed on 07-07-2011
Amanda Gatewood(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-06-2017 I got married at this venue this past January, and it was beautiful. I loved how the renovated the outside patio area. My only complaints are that they only provided one heater for outside, and I was expecting more day of coordinating help. The food was pretty good, and the staff is friendly and helpful. I would recommend their services. Reviewed on 19-03-2011
Christy Younger(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-09-2010 Absolutely fantastic! Great food, terrific service enjoyable atmosphere! Would do it all over again the same way! Reviewed on 22-09-2010
35 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.74 out of 5.0
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