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About

Sassafraz is a Toronto-based restaurant that specializes in hosting weddings and other special events in the center of historic Yorkville. It has the capacity to host both large and small wedding with its combination of private event spaces. It is quite affordable considering it's a downtown location with Victorian charm. Check out their reviews!

Facilities and capacity

This venue's facilities include the following:

  • Bellair: This space can accommodate up to 36 seated guests and up to 80 for a cocktail-style reception.
  • Cumberland: This larger space accommodates up to 82 seated guests and up to 80 standing up.
  • Combined: Both rooms boast floor to ceiling frosted glass panels which add a romantic and elegant touch to the room. Together they have a capacity for up to 110 seated guests.
  • Main Dining Room: This is the most perfect space for larger weddings with a capacity for up to 150 seated guests and up to 300 standing up.

Services offered

The services offered include:

  • Wedding reception
  • Wedding coordination
  • On site ceremonies (capacity for up to 140 guests)
  • Staffing
  • Tableware
  • Glassware
  • Flatware
  • Single stem white orchids
  • Votive candles
  • Sound system (private event space only)
  • 60” and 42” flat panel screens

It also offers services for:

  • Corporate events
  • Social gatherings
  • Private events

Cuisine

It offers a food and drink bundle for weddings which include:

  • 7 hour continual bar service
  • Wines
  • Pre-dinner canapés
  • Appetizers
  • Main dishes
  • Desserts

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

City
Modern

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering / bar
Event planning
Outside vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Furniture
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,013

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,087

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Event planning
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$80

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$90

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$12

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$9

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Limited bar

Reviews for Sassafraz

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Tara Sent on 19/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

All in one venue with amazing everything!

I recently had my wedding at Sassafraz and I cannot speak more highly of this amazing restaurant. We used the private event space on the second floor and had about 60 guests. Its naturally beautiful so we didn’t need too much décor. We chose to have canapes and food stations instead of a formal sit-down meal (we were going for a light and social affair) and the food was amazing. Their menu is quite varied, so it was fun and easy to customize our wedding fare. All the staff were absolutely fantastic – sincere thank you to Affan, Autumn, Fairoz, Naoymi, Rishabh, Olivia and of course Dennette. We worked with Dennette right from the beginning and she is simply a gem. She guides you through the entire planning process, provides expert suggestions if you’re unsure and is very responsive by phone and email. No wedding planner needed. The entire evening came together so wonderfully; it was even better than we could have envisioned.
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Leyla Sent on 10/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience.

Sassafraz was the perfect venue for our wedding. The planning was organized, friendly, and respectful & we had an amazing experience at our wedding. Everything we expected & more. All the guests had wonderful feedback about our wedding event. Definitely recommend to others.
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Krista Sent on 04/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Phenomenal!

We chose Sassafraz because we wanted an amazing culinary experience for our guests. What we didn’t realize, is that the service that came along with it would be out of this world.

From the moment we began speaking with Dennette, I was floored. Always response, always with an answer and always willing to accommodate any small requests we may have had to make our day uniquely “us”.

Food was superb, and our guests are still talking on end, about how this was the best most I intimate wedding they have ever been to, and that the food was second to none.

We will be forever grateful for the team at Sassafraz, all of whom went above and beyond to make our night amazing!
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Sarah Sent on 01/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely thrilled with Sassafraz as my venue

I got married at Sassafraz this past weekend, and cannot recommend them highly enough! The space is beautiful, the food and drinks are amazing, and the staff were kind, professional and responsible. The cost per head is very fair for what is received, and the venue team was flexible in helping us adjust our headcount in the final days as a few guests needed to change their rsvp past the deadline.

Special shout-out to Dennette, the event manager who was responsive and supportive throughout the whole process, and to Yen who was our wonderful server the day of
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Ian M. Sent on 08/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue!

Sassafraz hosted our wedding and it was absolutely stunning! Dennette was a delight to work with, a true professional!
The atmosphere brought so much to our special day and the service from every employee we dealt with was impeccable.
We cannot recommend Sassafraz enough for couples looking for an intimate restaurant wedding venue. At the very least, stop by for dinner and try a few dishes, walk through the dining area and see for yourself. The live wall speaks a thousand words. Thank you Sassafraz for the perfect day!
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V. Sent on 13/09/2022
1 out of 5 rating

Disappointing

Interested in a wedding date and she just gave it to another client without even giving a heads up to the first person that was interested. So frustrated and disappointed, ruined my week. Would not trust this place.
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Anita Sent on 06/10/2021
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Wedding Experience!

Our back-and-forth dealings with Sassafraz, specifically Dennette, lasted well over a year, thanks to constantly changing COVID restrictions. Finally, we held our wedding reception in September 2021. There really are not enough complimentary words to describe how amazing we found the experience.

Event Planning: Without having hired a separate wedding planner, Dennette efficiently took us through all the considerations and decisions needed to make our event a success at Sassafraz. She was prompt to answer all emails, available for phone calls/meets, and thorough in covering all bases. In short, she is super experienced and organized, and will handily guide you through the entire process. She also stayed to help make sure the event ran smoothly, before handing over to the dining manager.

Service: The waitstaff and bartenders at Sassafraz are friendly and well-trained. We were asked by multiple happy guests to pass along their compliments to the dining/floor managers. The event setup, transitions (as required), and food service were all timely and organized. Sassafraz was accommodating in letting us pre-store a few decor items prior to the event, and proactively asked their door greeters to help us move any same-day deliveries to the 2nd floor upon arrival.

Food: The food was delicious! Guests were more than thrilled with the selection, delivery, and flavour. The Sassafraz chef and kitchen also allowed us to customize our menus from standard options, and the quality and presentation remained superb.

Overall, we just had a great feeling when we first sat down with Dennette to consider using Sassafraz as our wedding venue choice, and time proved us right. They exceeded most all our expectations in every way, and we would sincerely recommend them in a heartbeat to anyone else. Thanks Sassafraz, for an amazing experience!
Kelli
Kelli Sent on 30/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommended!!!!

Dennette , her team and the staff were super professional and friendly! My guests and my husband and I really had an amazing time! My wedding was on September 19th, during a pandemic and everything went according to the plan!

Throughout the planning process,Dennette responded super quickly and was on top of everything! She helped to make our wedding planning super smooth! Every single one of my guests said that the food was divine and the service was superb! We couldn’t be happier with how everything went.

I highly recommend Sassafraz as the venue for the wedding ceremony and reception!
Katie
Katie Sent on 16/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Food and Service

The staff at Sassafraz were amazing!! They were extremely friendly and made sure everyone had fresh drinks at all times. The food was absolutely delicious! I can't recommend this venue enough!!
Marius
Marius Sent on 11/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent help with planning

Dennette was exceptional in making me and Janice feel at ease, explain how the wedding is expected to proceed. She was very punctual in sending out contracts.
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