From the food to the décor and service, hosting an event comes with a pretty sizable to-do list, so you want to find any way you can to make it easier on yourself while still making sure it’s enjoyable for your guests. If you want your next event or party to be held banquet-style, consider a dinner restaurant as your setting; many have private rooms or special outdoor seating available, especially if there will be a large group attending.

Locally owned Grins Restaurant in San Marcos, Texas, explains three tips for hosting a banquet at a dinner restaurant:

• Know Your Guests: The first step when planning any banquet at a dinner restaurant is to know how many guests will be attending. Second, know their dietary preferences. Whether there will be 15 guests or 55, you should have a good handle on who in the party has food allergies, restrictions, or other health conditions that might need extra attention. Having a banquet at a restaurant comes with the additional benefit of being able to request specially prepared items.
• Have A Budget: When planning a banquet at a restaurant, have a ballpark figure of the amount of money you’d like to spend per person. A pre-planned budget can help you decide on the style of restaurant that fits your needs, whether it’s one that serves up home cooking classics or a fine dining establishment. The restaurant can then work with you to determine specifics, such as how expansive the menu will be, and will also inform you of any extra charges in advance.
• Hire A Planner: When planning a large event, hiring a planner can be especially helpful. A professional who is well-versed in the logistics of event planning knows which questions to ask, what kinds of red flags to look out for, and how to keep things within your budget. The value of their experience can be well worth the extra cost, and they can even be on-site at the dinner restaurant on the day of your event to make sure everything goes smoothly.

When you’re planning your next event, consider hosting it at the locally owned Grins Restaurant—you won’t find better home cooking anywhere else in San Marcos! Contact them for more information at (512) 392-4746, or visit their website to learn more about their patio seating area and availability.