Birch Hill Catering
A History of Excellence. Serving Albany, the Hudson Valley, and the Capital Region
With over 80 years of experience, Birch Hill Catering continues to be one of Upstate New York’s and Albany’s most memorable wedding, social, and corporate event venues and caterers. As the focus on how we celebrate continues to evolve, our passion, style, and creativity for every event shifts with it all while maintaining what has become known as the Birch Hill Standard. From formal sit-down affairs in a ballroom setting, to casual outdoor picnics, or even a rustic barn wedding; any one of the venues at Birch Hill Estate or Stablegate Farm are sure to capture your imagination. Whether its at our place or yours, as a full-service caterer serving Albany, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region, and beyond, we can handle every last detail of your off-site event. For tours of any of our seven venues, or for more information on our off-premise catering, please call: (518) 732-4444
Birch Hill Catering
A History of Excellence. Serving Albany, the Hudson Valley, and the Capital Region
With over 80 years of experience, Birch Hill Catering continues to be one of Upstate New York’s and Albany’s most memorable wedding, social, and corporate event venues and caterers. As the focus on how we celebrate continues to evolve, our passion, style, and creativity for every event shifts with it all while maintaining what has become known as the Birch Hill Standard.
From formal sit-down affairs in a ballroom setting, to casual outdoor picnics, or even a rustic barn wedding; any one of the venues at Birch Hill Estate or Stablegate Farm are sure to capture your imagination. Whether its at our place or yours, as a full-service caterer serving Albany, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region, and beyond, we can handle every last detail of your off-site event.
For tours of any of our seven venues, or for more information on our off-premise catering, please call: (518) 732-4444
When planning our wedding, we knew we wanted to go with a more “all inclusive” type venue where food, ceremony and reception space were offered, and Birch Hill did not disappoint! Between the beautiful options for ceremony/reception, the scenic outside grounds available for our photos, and the food- our friends and family keep telling us how it was the best wedding they’ve been to, ever.
Our wedding coordinator, Serena, was especially accommodating and on top of all our needs throughout the process. We felt so comfortable putting our wedding day into her hands and because of that we were able to truly enjoy our day. Anything from shooting follow up emails during planning, to literally dropping everything in her hands and fixing my broken bustle *moments* from our reception introduction- she really gave us her all and treated our day if it was her own. She was a total professional and pleasure to work with, and if you’re looking to have a stress free wedding day, she’s your girl!
“Serena was a delight to work with from initial planning to her hands on attention to details throughout our wedding. She and her staff were attentive, pleasant and accommodating to our needs. The food was plentiful and delicious with a beautiful presentation. We had an outdoor tent wedding that had the feel and look of a grand ballroom mainly due to the Birch Hill team who went above and beyond. We highly recommend them for your catering needs. You won’t be disappointed – we surely weren’t.”
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Not only was the venue beautiful and food off the charts, but the service was as well. Initially we were passed around to different sales managers – but it all happened for a reason cause we ended up with Serena and I cannot say enough good things about her. The service she provided was extraordinary. Not only did she make the planning a breeze – but was beyond helpful the day of!! Originally we were going to have it “streamside” with the gothic-like arch, but after the rehearsal and the chill in the air we moved it inside. The ceremony was lovely and everything went as planned. I was expecting some MAJOR issue as many weddings have – and there wasn’t one! Serena not only helped with the buttoning, floofing and the bustle of my gown, but during the cocktail hour prepared a dish for us so we were able to have one of each Butlered Hors d’oeuvres; made another plate of our favorite items for our sweetheart table; and when someone needed Advil – she was able to get them within minutes!! Like I said before – I cannot say enough good things about her (and we’re not easy to please).
As for the food – people are still talking about it…I said to my husband I want to divorce him just so we can have another wedding at Birch Hill!! 😀
We utilized Birch Hill for an offsite wedding where they provided food. Their team was outstanding, efficient communication, and very thorough reviewing site set-up, confirming all flatware, etc., was rented to make sure the reception went smoothly. The food was fantastic, everything was set up perfectly, including some last minute changes. We would certainly recommend Birch Hill to anyone looking for a caterer.
It is hard to put into words how happy we were with Birch Hill Catering! Serena worked with us through every detail in the months leading up to our wedding. We had our ceremony in the Columbia Ballroom with our reception immediately following in the Conservatory Room. Our guests were blown away by the amazing service and fantastic food! Many guests made it a point to communicate to us that it was the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding. I wish I could relive the experience all over again, Serena and the rest of the staff made sure it was the best night of our lives! 10/10 recommend!
Amazing food, venue & staff!
We had been searching for a while for a venue before we landed upon Birch Hill. The minute my (now husband!) and I walked into the Conservatory Ballroom, we KNEW that was where we wanted to throw the best wedding reception ever! The staff was amazing, and Serena was the most amazing coordinator I could have ever asked for. Josh and I were treated like absolute ROYALTY all day! They made our plates for us, brought us drinks throughout the night, kept everything organized, and had all of our belongings neatly placed and ready to go at clean up time this morning. The food was out of this world! Highly recommend the brisket for your carving board, and the coconut shrimp was a hit! If you’re ever doubting booking this place to have your wedding, dont. They were amazing, and I recommend to everyone! Thank you to all of the staff, especially Serena, for making our day the most seamless, best day ever! 🤍
Absolutely beautiful. Professional staff. Joanne on top of everything from day one. Food was fresh and delicious. Wonderful atmosphere and venue. Would recommend to all. Enjoy!!!👍😀!!!
“Loved that so much was included in the pricing (cake, photo booth, open bar, catering, ceremony space), which made it so much easier with the planning process. We wanted to make a last minute ceremony site change due to possible rain and was easily accommodated. Communication was always quickly returned with the whole planning process. Guests commented how good the food was and the ambiance was stunning. We honestly chose this venue without needing to explore other venues because the Columbia ballroom was stunning. Would definitely recommend this venue to other brides to be.”
Our wedding was….incredible. Largely thanks to Serena and the whole Birch Hill staff!!! Serena was there for us ALL night – whatever we needed she was there. Same goes for the entire planning process – so supportive, always there for us, and overall amazing. Thank you to the entire Birch Hill staff!!!
Our experience at Stablegate Barn and Vineyard with Birch Hill was fantastic. From start to finish their team was helpful, accommodating, and kind to us and our family. They made the whole planning process incredibly smooth and easy, and our wedding day was nothing short of perfect. Jisung was our coordinator and she was a superhero for us during the weeks leading up to the big day and the wedding itself. She was very detail oriented, coming from a detail oriented person myself, and made sure everything ran as it should between coordinating outside vendors and her staff. Our guests have not stopped raving about their experience, and most highly the food throughout the wedding. We would definitely get married here again!