Catering & Events

Milwaukee’s premier event and catering partner.

Benson’s Catering & Events is the full-service catering and event division of Benson’s Restaurant Group - the team behind Milwaukee’s favorite dining destinations. Our culinary and events professionals bring decades of experience across restaurant, venue, and offsite catering operations.

From elegant downtown weddings to private dinners at our signature restaurants, Benson’s Catering & Events brings exceptional dining and service to every celebration.

Our Venues

  • Milwaukee Athletic Club Grand Ballroom

    Milwaukee Athletic Club

    The Milwaukee Athletic Club, located in downtown Milwaukee is open to the public for booking events. The Grand Ballroom which was recently renovated in 2022, is ideal for corporate events, cocktail receptions, sit-down dinners, speakers, galas, weddings and more.

    Capacity: 30 - 300

  • Sandhill Tree Farm Indoor & Outdoor Venue

    Sandhill Tree Farm

    Newly renovated modern rustic barn sits on 75 glorious acres. Sandhill Tree Farm, in Grafton, WI and only 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee is the perfect venue for weddings, company events, family reunions, photoshoots, and more. Rows of lush green Christmas trees, a spring-fed pond and Milwaukee River run alongside the property.

    Capacity: 200 guests for a formal sit-down dinner or 350 for tented outdoor weddings

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Restaurant Event Spaces

  • Blue Bat Kitchen & Tequilaria

    Milwaukee, WI | Historic Third Ward

    Capacity: Up to 45 guests (reception style) or ask about a full restaurant buyout.

  • The Bridgewater Modern Grill

    Bay View , WI

    Capacity: 30 seated, 45 cocktail style

  • The Edison

    Milwaukee, WI | Historic Third Ward

    Inquire about full restaurant buyouts.

  • Onesto

    Milwaukee, WI | Historic Third Ward

    Capacity: 75 seated, up to 150 reception style

  • Smoke Shack Patio

    Smoke Shack

    Milwaukee, WI | Historic Third Ward

    Inquire about full restaurant or patio buyouts

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Benson's Catering Servers

Offsite Catering

- Bringing Benson’s to you-

Shrimp Cocktail Catering

Already have a venue? We’ll bring the celebration to you.
Benson’s Catering & Events offers full-service offsite catering for weddings, corporate gatherings, and special occasions—featuring customizable menus, experienced event teams, and the culinary expertise of Benson’s Restaurant Group.

Let's Cater Your Next Event
Lobster Roll Bridgewater Catering
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Weddings

Three cheeseburgers with lettuce and tomato on a tray.

TAILGATES

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GALAS/CORPORATE

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ANNIVERSARIES

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Holiday parties

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AND MORE!