What’s the difference between a "banquet room" and a "banquet hall"? The terms are often interchangeable, though in many cases a banquet hall is built to host dozens or hundreds of people. Facilities advertised as banquet rooms tend to be cozier.

Banquet rooms tend to offer a wide range of services, so be sure you make certain the one you're interested in can give you everything you need. Some provide only the space for your event; others will provide the food and staff you'll need to pull it off.

When negotiating with a banquet room facility, ask them if they include, in their price, cleanup services during and after the meal. Some do; some may charge an extra fee for the service. If the banquet room doesn't offer cleanup, your caterer may (assuming you have one).