Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total capacity?

Our total allowed capacity is 625 – 450 downstairs and 175 upstairs.

Ballroom and Lounge:

Seated (ceremony / presentation / auction-style) – 200 in each room (with sides and an aisle).

Seated (reception) – We have seated 90 in each room using 9 10-tops (round). We have seated 120 in each room using long banquet tables.

Gallery:

Seated (ceremony) - 120 

Seated (long banquets) - 100

Seated (rounds) - 70

What does each space include?

The Lounge includes the A/V System with a 20-foot projection screen, projector, a restroom, and a VIP / green room / bridal suite.

The Ballroom includes the catering kitchen, bar service window & area, and a restroom.

The Gallery is a raw room with no amenities and is attached to the Lounge.

The Deck includes 3 areas: a fully-enclosed second bar, a covered area with a fireplace, heat lamps & lounge area, and a fully-exposed outdoor deck area furnished with outdoor patio furniture.  All have a fantastic view of the city.

Does the Ballroom and Lounge open up into one larger space?

The Ballroom & Lounge are joined by 2 large sliding barn doors.  The wall between the barn doors is permanent; they cannot be "joined" as one large space without a separating wall.

Can I bring in my own food?

Yes, but all food must be prepared by an establishment with a catering license and/or a restaurant license. All caterers must have a catering license and be insured.  All food handlers/servers must have their Food Handler’s Permit.   All licenses & permits must be presented the night of the event.

Do you offer any furniture with the rental of WithinSodo?

We have light seating on the roof and one small couch downstairs.

Do you have more pictures of weddings/their set-ups other than what I see here?

We suggest you do a Google image search of "WithinSodo" and you will find many images and links to photographers' blogs and event pages of weddings at WithinSodo.

What are your kitchen amenities?

Our full kitchen includes: *

  • concrete countertops

  • plenty of shelf space

  • server window

  • Sunfire conventional oven

  • Kitchenaid convection oven with broiler

  • Professional four-burner gas cooktop and hood

  • Two microwaves and toaster oven

  • Three sinks (one triple-basin)

  • Dishwasher

  • Double-door refrigerator

  • Beverage cooler

  • Second deep freezer

* all other kitchen instruments, cookware, and dining ware need to be provided by the client.

Please refer to the photo gallery for additional photos of the Kitchen.

Is my date available?

When we receive your request via the website’s contact form, we will be happy to tell you what our availability is.

Can I put a hold on a date?

We wish we could do this but it just doesn’t work for our schedule to run smoothly. Once you’ve seen the space and had all your questions answered, we’ll receive a signed contract and a deposit and then the date is yours!

Do you work with any specific or preferred caterers or other vendors?

We have companies we like to work with however we don’t have any partnership restrictions on who you can bring in to help with your event.

Is there any other paperwork I need to have before I can have my event there?

Apart from any permits that your event requires, we have a standard contract/agreement. We also require every event to have a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming WithinSodo as “Additional Insured.”

Is there anything else I should know before I come see it in person and fall in love with WithinSodo?

Please know that we can’t wait to make your event a reality!