Private Event Inquiry

CrossBarn at ZuZu offers private event spaces in Farmingdale for celebrations, corporate events, showers, rehearsal dinners, cocktail parties, and seated gatherings. Review the room options below, then inquire about availability and packages.

Room availability, package options, and event details may update seasonally; inquire with CrossBarn to confirm the best current fit for your event.

Our Event Spaces

From life's biggest milestones to its everyday celebrations, ZuZu's private event spaces set the scene for gatherings of every kind. We host weddings and wedding receptions, bridal showers, and baby showers, along with engagement parties and rehearsal dinners. We celebrate sweet 16s, communion and confirmation parties, and bar and bat mitzvahs, as well as birthday parties, graduation parties, and retirement parties. For life's more reflective moments, we also welcome life celebrations and repasts. On the corporate side, we host corporate holiday parties and corporate happy hours, and we're happy to bring your vision to life for holiday parties and fully themed private parties. Whatever you're celebrating, our team works with you to tailor the menu, space, and details to fit your occasion.

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Crossbarn Event FAQ

What's the guest capacity per room / combined?

• Crossbarn East (largest room): Minimum of 60 adults, Maximum of 110 guests seated. Can go up to 130 in a cocktail setting

• Crossbarn West: Minimum of 40 adults, maximum of 60 guests seated. Can go up to 70 guests in a cocktail setting.

  • Combined, the Crossbarn rooms can go up to 170 guests seated, and 200 guests in a cocktail setting.

• Sophia Lounge: Minimum of 25 adults, maximum of 40 guests seated. Can go up to 45 guests in cocktail setting.

• Stevie Room (smallest room): Minimum of 20 adults, maximum of 30 seated.

• Main Dining - ACE room: Minimum of 70 guests, Maximum of 85 guests

  • Combined, Stevie & ACE room can go up to 100 guests.

Is there a deposit required, and how does it work? 

It is a $500 non-refundable deposit to secure one of the private rooms. If you are looking to book a Wedding or multiple spaces for one event, it is a $1000 non-refundable deposit. The deposit can be done over the phone via CC information or can schedule an appointment if you were looking to come in person to pay with cash or a check. All deposits go toward event.

What's the minimum spend per room/event type? 

• For day time events there is a $65.00 per person minimum for a 3 hour event and $72.00 per person for a 4 hour event. 

• For evening events there is a $71.00 per person minimum for a 3 hour event and a $80.00 per person for a 4 hour event (based off of our least expensive food & drink packages).

• For weddings, there is a $109.00 per person minimum for a 4-hour event and $129.00 per person for a 5-hour event.

• Our Bereavement Packages are available Monday through Friday, during the afternoon only. The minimum cost is $47 per adult and $19.95 per child (ages 2-12) for a 3-hour event.

Can I bring outside vendors (florist, DJ, photographer)?

All outside vendors including florists, photographers, DJ’s, etc. are allowed. We would just need a copy of their insurance in which they can directly email over to catering@thecrossbarn.com. The only rentals we do NOT allow are soft plays of any kind. Though, all rentals must be approved by catering managers.

Is outside cake/dessert allowed alongside your desserts? 

Outside cakes and/or any desserts are allowed. You will always get one dessert option with our packages.

Do you offer tastings before booking? 

We do not offer food tastings however, our main dining menu is very similar to our catering menus and is prepared by the same chefs using the same ingredients. Dining with us would give you a great sense of the quality and style of our food.

What's included in a catering package (linens, staffing, setup/breakdown)? 

For your event, we will provide all silverware, plates, linen napkins, glass cups, tables, chairs, staff, food, alcohol, soda, juice, coffee, tea, speakers, and TV for a slideshow or stationary picture. You will have staff, bussers, as well as a maitre d on site for your event. The maitre is responsible for overseeing all events, making sure that everything runs smoothly, and your point of contact day of with any questions. Maitre D and staff are NOT responsible for set up and taking down of any outside decor. All decor must be taken down after event ends.

Is there a cake-cutting fee?

There is no cake cutting fee for private events. 

What's your cancellation/postponement policy? 

If an event needs to cancel for any reason, the $500 deposit that was placed at booking will be non-refundable. If an event needs to be postponed for any reason outside of the venues control (ex. weather), we will work with the host to move it to the next available date that works for both the venue and host. 

Do you require a certain headcount minimum? 

All private spaces require a minimum headcount. The Main Dining - ACE room is a minimum of 70 adults. The Crossbarn East (largest space), is a minimum of 60 adults. The Crossbarn West is a minimum of 40 adults. The Sophia Lounge is a minimum of 25 adults. The Stevie Room is a minimum of 20 adults. 

Is parking available / valet options? 

There are municipal lots in the surrounding area around the restaurant as well as street parking. Though, no valet options. We have direction cards available with the locations of all the different lots if needed for guests. Parking is free before 5PM Monday-Saturday and free all day Sunday. 

Can rooms be combined for larger events? 

Yes, the Crossbarn East (larger room) and the Crossbarn West (smaller room) can be combined for larger events. The Stevie Room and the ACE room can also be combined. 

What's the timeline for booking (how far in advance)?

Guests normally book at least 6 months in advance for our private rooms, especially for our Crossbarn Rooms. For the more higher demand months of March, April, May, and June having guests often book at least a year in advanced.

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions/allergies (gluten-free, vegan, kosher-style, nut allergies)?

We are able to accommodate any type of dietary restrictions by putting in a specialty dish for any guests that may have one. This dish will be put in with your maitre d free of charge. We offer gluten free pasta and pizza.

Is there a kids' menu option for family events? 

Yes, kids 2-12 years old are $19.95 and are able to choose off of a kids menu. They have the option to choose plain pasta with red sauce/butter, chicken fingers and French fries, or a plain pizza. 

Can I schedule a private tour of the rooms?

Yes you are welcome to schedule an appointment with the catering managers. They are here Monday - Friday 12pm-7pm. Please note, we do not show the rooms on the weekend being that we have events going on and the catering managers are not here.

What's the average cost per person by event type? 

On top of the price per person for events you have, the 8.625% sales tax, 23% gratuity (20% goes to serving staff and 3% toward maitre d), and flat rate $250 (for the Crossbarn rooms) OR $175 (for the Stevie and Sophia lounge) admin fee. So, for standard events it can range from $93-$101pp for a day time event and $101-$123pp for an evening event with the additional costs. 

Do you provide a day-of coordinator or point of contact? 

Yes, there will be a maitre d on site for all private events. The maitre is responsible for overseeing all events, making sure that everything runs smoothly, and your point of contact day of with any questions.

Are there in-house DJ/entertainment partners you recommend? 

For Entertainment Packages:

Neil Castiello - 516-596-8837 & NYNIghtsDJ@gmail.com.

Website: www.nynightsdj.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynightsdj/

Two of Us Event Planner: Jeanine Marchioli -  516-424-4229

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twoofuseventplanners/ 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/partytime1016/

What's the difference between the 4 event rooms (best use case for each)? 

The Stevie Room is best for intimate events, such as smaller bridal/baby showers and retirement parties. The Sophia Lounge is best for birthday’s, especially surprise birthday’s and meetings. The Crossbarn East room is best for larger parties such as, Weddings, bridal showers, holiday parties, and engagement parties. The Crossbarn West is best for rehearsal dinners, baby showers/sprinkles, happy hours, and bereavements.

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