After three decades of hosting celebrations at The Gran Centurions, we’ve discovered something important: the most memorable receptions aren’t always the biggest ones. Sometimes what matters most is creating a space where every guest feels connected, where conversations flow naturally, and where the atmosphere itself makes your celebration feel special. That’s precisely what our Platinum Ballroom delivers for hosts planning smaller, elegant receptions in Clark, NJ.

The Platinum Ballroom in Clark, NJ, is an ideal venue for intimate, elegant receptions due to its sophisticated ambiance, versatile event spaces, and attention to detail. The ballroom offers a refined setting perfect for couples looking to celebrate in style, ensuring a memorable and comfortable experience for both the couple and their guests.

The Right Size Makes All the Difference

When you’re planning a reception for 65 to 100 guests, finding a venue that actually fits your group can be surprisingly tricky. Book a room that’s too large, and your celebration will feel scattered across empty tables. Choose a space that’s too small, and your guests will feel cramped. The Platinum Ballroom solves this problem by providing precisely the right amount of space, including enough room for comfortable seating, a proper dance floor, and natural mingling without the awkward emptiness that comes with oversized venues.

The scenic balcony views add natural elegance to your reception without requiring elaborate decorations. During daytime events, natural light creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. Evening receptions take on a sophisticated glow under our included LED lighting, which you can customize to match your event’s mood and color scheme.

Service That Understands Intimate Gatherings

Smaller receptions need a different approach than significant banquet-style events. When most of your guests know each other, pacing becomes more important. Timing becomes critical. Personal touches stand out. Our family-run team has spent 30 years learning these nuances, and we bring that experience to every Platinum Ballroom celebration.

You’ll work with a dedicated coordinator from your first venue tour through your final farewell. They’ll manage your timeline, coordinate with any outside vendors you bring, handle last-minute adjustments, and ensure your reception flows smoothly so you can actually enjoy your own celebration.

Food That Actually Tastes Homemade

At The Gran Centurions, our scratch-made cuisine sets us apart. Led by Chef Garry Ruane, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, our team prepares handmade pasta and sauces daily, cooking everything to order. For smaller receptions, this dedication to quality shines through, with perfectly plated, flavorful dishes made fresh on-site. 

Choose from sit-down dinner service featuring entrées like Chicken Française, Chicken Marsala, or Stuffed Sole Florentine, each served with a potato gratin stack and broccoli crowns. Prefer a buffet? You’ll select homemade pasta, your choice of chicken preparation, and five entrées from options including sausage and peppers, eggplant rollatine, beef tips au poivre, and loin of pork with pan gravy. Weekend brunch buffets (available Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 3 PM or noon to 4 PM) include fluffy scrambled eggs, crisp bacon, pan-seared potatoes, French toast, plus optional additions like a Chef’s Omelet Station or Carving Station.

Bar packages range from Standard to Premium, featuring brands like Absolute, Tito’s, Grey Goose, and Ketel One, plus wine selections including Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Cabernet, Pinot Noir, and Sangria. Daytime receptions can include Mimosa bars, Peach Bellini stations, or beverage setups with Sangria, Chardonnay, and Cabernet.

Everything That’s Included in Your Package

Your Platinum Ballroom booking includes table linens in your choice of napkin colors, customizable LED lighting, seating cards and directional signage, and full access to our bridal suite. These inclusions mean fewer outside vendors to coordinate and less stress during your planning process.

Our grounds feature a charming gazebo and patio area, both available for photos or pre-reception cocktails if your schedule allows. The Gran Centurions is located at 440 Madison Hill Road in Clark, NJ, just off the Garden State Parkway Exit 135. Guests enjoy plenty of free parking and easy access from both Middlesex and Somerset Counties.

Why This Space Shines for Intimate Celebrations

Intimate receptions often demand more finesse than large ones. Your guests expect personal attention, they notice details, and they can tell when a venue truly understands how to create warmth rather than just fill a room. The Platinum Ballroom handles all three naturally. 

The Gran Centurions has hosted wedding receptions, milestone anniversaries, birthday celebrations, bridal showers, baby showers, and celebration-of-life gatherings in this space. Each one benefits from the same foundation: a room that feels intimate at 60 to 80 guests, service that adapts to your celebration’s rhythm, and food that people actually remember weeks later.

Conclusion

If you’re planning a smaller, elegant reception in Clark, NJ, we’d like to show you the Platinum Ballroom in person. Tour the space, meet our team, and taste the handmade pasta and classic Sunday gravy that keep guests coming back year after year. We’ll walk you through package options, answer your questions about timelines and policies, and help you decide if this space fits your celebration.

Request your pricing guide or book a tour by calling (732) 382-1664. Visit us at thegrancenturions.com to explore all four of our ballrooms and learn what’s included with every booking.

FAQs

How many guests does the Platinum Ballroom accommodate?

The Platinum Ballroom comfortably seats up to 100 guests, making it ideal for intimate receptions where you want everyone to feel connected without dealing with excess space.

What food options work for a smaller reception?

You can choose sit-down dinners with entrées like Chicken Française, Chicken Marsala, and Stuffed Sole Florentine, or buffet formats with homemade pasta, your choice of chicken, and five additional entrées. Weekend brunch buffets are also available, featuring options such as omelet stations and carving stations.

What’s included with my Platinum Ballroom booking?

Your booking includes table linens with your choice of napkin colors, customizable LED lighting, seating cards, directional signage, and access to our bridal suite. You’ll also have access to our gazebo and patio for photos, plus free parking at our Clark, NJ location.

What should I know about payment and planning policies?

The final guest count is due seven days before your event. All payments must be completed seven days before your reception date. A non-refundable deposit is required when you sign your contract, with 50% of the remaining balance due six months before wedding receptions.