Wedding Reception Venues in The Entrance & Tuggerah Lakes

Choosing the Right Wedding Reception Venue

Couples celebrating near the lake have two quite different receptions to choose from in Long Jetty, the suburb where Tuggerah Lake's shoreline runs south from The Entrance. One is a small restaurant you close to the public for the occasion; the other is a restored heritage cinema with a stage, booths and a cocktail bar.

Both have hosted weddings, and the choice is really about guest numbers and how much dancing you want.

Narrowing down the reception:

Elopement or micro-wedding – Jasper's seats roughly 10 to 30 for a private dinner.
The full guest list – The Savoy Bar and Music holds up to 170, seated or cocktail-style.
A night led by live music – The Savoy can line up a local band or DJ to play from its stage.
A long shared-plate feast – Jasper's serves a sit-down banquet of seasonal tapas.
Photos during the toasts – The Savoy's projector and screen handle slideshows during speeches.

A lunch reception at Jasper's runs from 11.30am to 3pm and a dinner from 5pm to 10pm, which gives a morning or afternoon ceremony somewhere to land.

The Entrance & Tuggerah Lakes Wedding Reception Venues

Owned and run by local couple Talia and Lawrence, with menus built on Australian produce and seasonal flavours.
Timber tables, upholstered chairs, patterned tiles at the bar and a big front window onto the street.
A grazing table or canapes can replace the seated meal if guests would rather mingle.
Dietary preferences and special requests are covered when the team knows ahead.

The big-night option: The Savoy, 2/391 The Entrance Rd

Private hire of the upstairs theatre gives the wedding party the room to itself.
Moody lighting, intimate booths and a well-stocked cocktail bar suit an evening reception.
Share platters, antipasto and canapes, with local wines, beers and craft spirits in beverage packages.
Book a tour to walk through the space before you commit.

Common Questions About Wedding Reception Venues

How many wedding guests can Jasper's take?

Private sittings run for around 10 to 30 guests, with the whole restaurant reserved for you.

Can we have a live band at our reception near Tuggerah Lake?

Yes – The Savoy Bar and Music is a working music venue with a stage, and the team can help book local bands or a DJ.

Can we supply our own wine for a lakeside wedding dinner?

At Jasper's, yes – it is BYO wine and beer, with a corkage charge per guest.

Is The Savoy suitable for guests with limited mobility?

Access is by a flight of stairs, the bathrooms are a further half-flight up and there is no lift, so mention any access needs when you enquire.

Wedding Reception Venues in The Entrance & Tuggerah Lakes