A sheva brachos dinner checklist for hosts

When several people are helping host a sheva brachos, one shared plan makes the restaurant details easier to manage. Start with the basics, then agree on the meal and timing with the team.

1. Choose one point of contact

Pick one host to handle the restaurant conversation and pass the confirmed details to the other hosts. Gather your preferred date, an alternative if possible, an estimated guest count, and your budget.

The sheva brachos page introduces the options at BHI. Send those details through the event inquiry to discuss availability.

2. Work out the meal

Review the dining menu and decide whether you want an arranged group menu. The dine-in party planner can help you put together food ideas to discuss with the restaurant.

Include drinks, service charge, tax, and any agreed minimum when comparing the total. Share food allergies and specific dietary requirements with the team before finalizing the menu.

3. Agree on the flow of the evening

• Guest arrival and when food should begin.
• Time for speeches, singing, or other parts of your gathering.
• Seating arrangements and any accessibility needs to discuss.
• The expected finish time.

4. Confirm the booking details

Ask for the agreed menu, total estimate, deposit, payment timing, cancellation terms, and final guest-count deadline together. A planning request becomes a booking once the restaurant confirms it.

5. Send guests one clear message

Include the date, arrival time, and BHI Thursdays, 722 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, NY 11223. Add the host's contact information so last-minute questions go to the right person.