4.9
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Had our wedding August 2026 at The Flying Bridge, and we're wishing we could relive the day!! From the start, Mike was fantastic to work with. I live across the country and had a lot of questions throughout the process, and he always answered in a timely and detailed manner and ensured I felt supported. For rehearsal and wedding day he was onsite and made sure everything went smooth, and that we had fun! We had our ceremony at The Tides rooftop and reception over at The Flying Bridge, so took the boat ride over and it was all beyond special. The food was incredible - we still have guests talking about how much food there was and how delicious everything was. We even had their partner restaurant, Timber, cater our after party down at the Long Bar with pizzas and sandwiches. I really can't say enough great things about The Flying Bridge and their team - best decision we made was having our wedding here!!
Deanna P.
5.0
The Flying Bridge was truly the perfect wedding venue, and we could not have asked for a better experience from start to finish. Our wedding day was absolutely everything we dreamed of!! Every detail was seamless, and we felt so incredibly cared for throughout the entire planning process and on our wedding day.
Mike Collins was absolutely amazing to work with. From the very beginning, he was supportive, responsive, and incredibly attentive to every detail. He made the entire planning process feel easy and stress-free, and we always felt confident that our day was in the best hands. When the big day finally arrived, everything flowed so naturally and seamlessly. From the ceremony to cocktail hour to the reception, every transition was perfect!
The post-ceremony boat ride was truly one of the most magical parts of our entire wedding day. Getting to spend that time together on the water immediately after saying "I do," with our guests waving from the balcony was a moment we will never forget. It was so uniquely Cape Cod and felt like something straight out of a movie.
The venue itself is STUNNING- the views, the atmosphere, the food, and the overall Cape Cod charm are unmatched. Every member of the staff was incredible and went above and beyond to make sure we and our guests were happy, comfortable, and having the best time.
We genuinely had the best day ever, and The Flying Bridge played such a huge role in making our dream wedding come to life. If you are considering getting married here, DO IT!! We would choose The Flying Bridge a thousand times over and could not recommend Mike and his team more highly!
Lea A.
5.0
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Your wedding at The Flying Bridge in Falmouth, MA, is tailored to fit your taste and style. We've redesigned our venue and updated our services to provide a variety of experiences customized for you and your guests. Our dedicated wedding and events staff will guide you through the process and ensure your day matches your vision. With Falmouth Harbor and Vineyard Sound as your backdrop, our Harbor Lights deck offers a gorgeous location for your wedding ceremony.
The team offers a genuine Cape Cod beachfront ceremony at our sister venue, The Falmouth Tides Hotel—a 29-room boutique hotel five minutes from The Flying Bridge with a private beach and sweeping views of Vineyard Sound and Martha's Vineyard. Your event specialist can assist with arranging a shuttle or trolley to effortlessly transport your guests between The Falmouth Tides and the Flying Bridge for the reception. For the happy couple, a boat can take them through the harbor from the Tides Hotel to the Flying Bridge, making for a grand entrance. The roof deck at the Tides Hotel, with breathtaking 360-degree water views, is also available for smaller ceremonies or photo sessions.
Our newly renovated second-floor event space features a grand stairway entrance, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a deck overlooking Falmouth Harbor that wraps around the entire venue. Guest tables are situated to the left of the staircase and along the protected outdoor deck. To the right of the entrance is a beautiful marble-top bar and a sizable dance floor with space for live entertainment or a DJ. A wall of accordion glass doors opens the room to the deck, creating a seamless transition from the dance floor to the deck with views of the Harbor, Vineyard Sound, and beyond.
Our Executive Chef carefully designed menus to provide a wide variety of dining options, allowing you to customize your reception to your taste. Menu options include passed or stationery hors d'oeuvres, plated dinners, an all-inclusive gold reception package, and late-night bites.
What You'll Love About The Flying Bridge
In addition to providing a picture-perfect backdrop for your special day, the venue offers various customization options for you and your guests. This can include a BBQ or buffet rehearsal dinner, the newlyweds' arrival at the reception by boat, and guest transport by Cape Cod Trolley. The team will go above and beyond to make your wedding truly unforgettable!
43+ years in business
Speaks English
Large team (21+ members)
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Beach
Waterfront
Restaurant
Rooftop
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Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
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3-Time 'Best of Weddings'
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The Flying Bridge is praised as a stunning, affordable Cape Cod venue with harbor views, a wraparound deck, and a weather-protected indoor/outdoor feel. Guests raved about abundant, delicious food and attentive, organized staff. Planning and execution were seamless, with a memorable post-ceremony boat ride.Review photos
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Jackie M
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5.0
We are so grateful for the incredible hospitality and service at the Flying Bridge for our wedding reception! The Gold Reception Package with the Viennese dessert table add-on was ...
outstanding—our guests were blown away by the sheer variety and abundance of food. The cocktail hour was so generous that some didn’t even realize there were more stations to come, including the raw bar on the deck, beautifully set up with heaters and clear enclosures for a cozy yet scenic fall evening.
Despite our tight timeline—engaged in June, booked in August, and married in November—Mike, our contact, ensured everything was seamless. His responsiveness and organization gave us total confidence. The venue itself is stunning, and the staff were warm, professional, and accommodating.
Our guests haven’t stopped raving about the food, ambiance, and overall experience. Thank you, Flying Bridge, for making our day unforgettable. Falmouth will always hold a special place in our hearts!
Deanna P
5.0
Had our wedding August 2026 at The Flying Bridge, and we're wishing we could relive the day!! From the start, Mike was fantastic to work with. I live across the country and had a l...
ot of questions throughout the process, and he always answered in a timely and detailed manner and ensured I felt supported. For rehearsal and wedding day he was onsite and made sure everything went smooth, and that we had fun! We had our ceremony at The Tides rooftop and reception over at The Flying Bridge, so took the boat ride over and it was all beyond special. The food was incredible - we still have guests talking about how much food there was and how delicious everything was. We even had their partner restaurant, Timber, cater our after party down at the Long Bar with pizzas and sandwiches. I really can't say enough great things about The Flying Bridge and their team - best decision we made was having our wedding here!!
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Lea A
5.0
The Flying Bridge was truly the perfect wedding venue, and we could not have asked for a better experience from start to finish. Our wedding day was absolutely everything we dreame...
d of!! Every detail was seamless, and we felt so incredibly cared for throughout the entire planning process and on our wedding day.
Mike Collins was absolutely amazing to work with. From the very beginning, he was supportive, responsive, and incredibly attentive to every detail. He made the entire planning process feel easy and stress-free, and we always felt confident that our day was in the best hands. When the big day finally arrived, everything flowed so naturally and seamlessly. From the ceremony to cocktail hour to the reception, every transition was perfect!
The post-ceremony boat ride was truly one of the most magical parts of our entire wedding day. Getting to spend that time together on the water immediately after saying "I do," with our guests waving from the balcony was a moment we will never forget. It was so uniquely Cape Cod and felt like something straight out of a movie.
The venue itself is STUNNING- the views, the atmosphere, the food, and the overall Cape Cod charm are unmatched. Every member of the staff was incredible and went above and beyond to make sure we and our guests were happy, comfortable, and having the best time.
We genuinely had the best day ever, and The Flying Bridge played such a huge role in making our dream wedding come to life. If you are considering getting married here, DO IT!! We would choose The Flying Bridge a thousand times over and could not recommend Mike and his team more highly!
Rob M
5.0
We had our wedding at the Flying Bridge in August 2025 and it was the absolute best. We would highly recommend the Flying Bridge for your wedding!
We initially visited three venue...
s around the Falmouth area and several others elsewhere, and the Flying Bridge was an easy first choice, as it was more affordable and convenient than most of the other options.
What sold us on the Flying Bridge was A) it’s one of our favorite Cape restaurants so we knew the food is excellent, B) the venue feels like it’s outdoors but is weather-protected, with huge windows on three sides - plus it has a wraparound deck with a beautiful view of the marina and doubles as the rain location, C) the ability to get married outdoors, with use of the beach for only a little extra cost, D) the convenience of having one vendor hosting our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, E) the location is close to downtown Falmouth and numerous hotel options, and F) the overall cost was very affordable.
We were one of the first couples to have our ceremony at the beach in front of the Falmouth Tides hotel. It was only a 5-minute ride for our guests back to the Flying Bridge for cocktail hour.
Mike Collins and his team are fantastic to work with, and they were extremely flexible in letting us customize our dream day. He let us drop by numerous times to view the venue and even let us scout a wedding earlier in the season to see how everything would flow.
We chose a la carte entrees, giving guests the option of the perfect pair (steak and baked stuffed shrimp), the baked cod, or the vegetarian option (which was simply pasta and red sauce). Appetizers were Flying Bridge’s award-winning clam chowder and a Caesar salad.
We bankrolled an open bar, and with several sober guests, we appreciated that we only had to pay for what our guests drank. We also paid extra to extend the reception one more hour (cocktail hour 6-7, reception 7-12), but we elected to cut off liquor at 10 pm (beer, wine, seltzer only after that). The drink selection is great (our guests loved the Long Drinks) but heads up they don’t do draft beer.
Our 140 guests sat at one head table of 14, plus 16 round tables of 8 or 9 (six of these tables were out on the deck).
Morgan B
5.0
We are locals to this area and have had many date nights at the Flying Bridge. When it came to choosing our venue it truly just made sense that this is where we would have our wedd...
ing. You cannot find a better venue on the upper cape. The view is magical and the vibe is everything you would want it to be. Mike was amazing and very easy to communicate with. The staff is wonderful and so professional. Our guests are still talking about the food! Cannot reccomend this spot enough!
Laila K
5.0
We had our wedding welcome event at the Flying Bridge, it was a wonderful experience! The space is beautiful, including the balcony overlooking the harbor, and the food was excelle...
nt! Mike was very easy to work with, and the team did a great job making sure everything went smoothly. They had a TV for us to show a photo slideshow, which was a fun addition to our event. Overall we highly recommend the Flying Bridge!
Courtney H
5.0
We had our Rehearsal Dinner and Welcome Party at The Flying Bridge to kick off our wedding weekend and both were fantastic! Mike was easy to work with through the process and on th...
e day of. The Harbor Lights Deck is so beautiful and it was the perfect space!
Summer T
5.0
We had a welcome reception at the Flying Bridge on the weekend of our wedding, which was amazing! The food was fantastic, and Jamie was such a pleasure to work with. She made every...
thing very simple and straightforward, and was so helpful on the day of - including verifying food restrictions and hand-delivering plates for those food restrictions! We loved the Flying Bridge before, and this only makes us appreciate the venue even more!
Maryalice J
5.0
My son’s Rehearsal
Party was held at this remarkable venue. The planning - Trevor, service, food, attention to detail was beyond my expectations. Incredibly beautiful evening an...
d I want to thank all from the bottom of my heart for helping me make this happen for my son and his bride to be. To add honest and fair, I received a check in the mail for paying over. I did not know but they did and again exceeded my expectations
Heartfelt thanks
Maryalice Jennings
Maire D
5.0
We had the absolute most incredible wedding at the Flying Bridge!! We did both our ceremony and reception on site. We were very nervous before as we planned our entire wedding remo...
tely and never got to see the venue beforehand, but we were absolutely BLOWN AWAY when we saw it the week of the wedding. The outer deck is soo nice and our guests enjoyed sitting out there on the deck furniture after dinner and during cocktail hour. The inside was tastefully designed, the bar was large and nice/updated, the dancefloor is super nice, the bathrooms were clean/ well stocked etc. it was fantastic. We love the tented look for the ceremony, and the lighting in their was beautiful.
Then, when we came for our actual wedding, again just took our breath away and I did not expect that the food layout would be so incredible (we did gold package). The way they laid out our food stations was sooo aesthetically pleasing, and guests were commenting on the water coolers with cucumber and lemons in it, the way the food was presented was just incredible.
Now to the actual food- people would NOT stop talking about it. We even got compliments on the champagne provided for the champagne toast! Several of our guests who were in town for the wedding went back to the flying bridge the next day for lunch / dinner because they loved the food so much, which we took as a HUGE compliment given how many restaurant options are in the area. My husband and I were joking that at a normal wedding, the view from flying bridge would be all anyone would speak about (what other wedding venue can you see martha's vineyard ??) but people were truly raving about the food all night and the rest of the weekend. On top of that, the service was incredible, passed appetizers were rolling/easy to get, bar service was great, the whole thing was professional but not uptight (which is our jam).
Which brings me to Jamie. Jamie was so easy to work with, helped us stay so calm, led us to the best package option for us, answered all our questions, made everything work perfectly, this woman even LITERALLY GLUED MY FATHERS SHOE BACK TOGETHER moments before he walked me down the aisle. Yes, his sole came completely apart from his shoe and Jamie whipped out a hot glue gun from NOWHERE and glued it back together in the seconds before our song came on. Incredible! And the shoe stayed together all night- even through my first dance with my dad. Jamie kept our heads on straight, and our entire evening went according to our timeline and truly flawlessly. If you're on the fence BOOK FLYING BRIDGE!
Nicole L
5.0
From the moment I went to The Flying Bridge ,several years ago with my Mimi, I knew I could see myself getting married there someday, just didn't know to who. As my now husband and...
I's story started at the Cape, it was only natural to have a Cape wedding. We toured The Flying Bridge and met with Jamie a week after being engaged. We didn't want to tour any wedding venues after meeting with Jamie and seeing how perfect the venue was and within budget. She assisted us all throughout the wedding process and on our wedding day in October 2022. The food was incredible and everything was flawless. We cannot thank Jamie and her team enough for assisting us with our special day.
Mary Ellen D
5.0
I was so nervous about The Flying Bridge I found myself stalking the internet looking for pictures of others that had gotten married here. My experience was so amazing, my nerves f...
eel so silly. SO many people came up to us expressing that it was the most fun wedding they had ever been to. The food was fantastic, the staff was amazing, and the view was out of this world. There are definitely a few negative things to consider with this venue. Firstly, people are required to stand a lot due to not being able to see the dance floor from the dining area. This can definitely affect how well everyone can see and can cause people to miss some things. We avoided this by doing half of our scheduled things (dances, speeches, etc..) before dinner and half after. Additionally, there is no bridal suite for getting ready. However, the bar is right next to the dance floor, which is perfect! The deck surrounding the venue is so beautiful and a great place to catch a good summer breeze. The view is incomparable! Jamie was so incredibly helpful on our big day and really worked hard to make sure everything went smoothly. The food was amazing and the staff was so helpful at ensuring my husband and I had a taste of food from each station. It was really helpful that they brought the food to our sweetheart table. They really made sure we were able to eat! We did the Gold Reception, which was so much food for a very good price. I would highly recommend that option. The tent! I had so many nightmares about the tent and the plastic chairs provided for the ceremony. Day of, it all looked beautiful and the plastic chairs were entirely overshadowed by the incredible views of the harbor. We did end up hiring a draping company to soften the poles a little bit, which I ended up being really happy abut. Additionally, doing the ceremony there allowed us to get to the fun faster. My take is, if you're looking for a really elegant, traditional experience, this is probably not the place for you. If you are looking to have a really fun wedding, while feeling like you're on vacation, OR if you want to enjoy the cape at a fraction of the price of places with less beautiful views... book the flying bridge! We truly loved our experience.
Kim T
5.0
We were married here last weekend and can't recommend it enough!!! Jamie was amazing! Sweet, responsive, helpful, caring, and went above and beyond in other ways for us. The food w...
as raved about for days! We went with the Gold Reception and had more food than our guests knew what to do with. Everything was so delicious. The cherry on top was the views. It's simply beautiful to get married here. So glad we did!!
Anna M
5.0
We hosted our rehearsal dinner and welcome party at the Flying Bridge the night before our wedding. The food was terrific, the staff was kind, and Jamie was super easy to work with...
. Highly recommend the Flying Bridge for any wedding event!
Response from The Flying Bridge
Anna! Thank you so much my dear! It was our absolute pleasure. Your celebration was beauti...
ful and so glad we could assist .. Jamie
terre M
5.0
Tom and I could not have been happier with our decision to host our marriage celebration party at the Flying Bridge.
Brie was warm, professional and flexible in her approach to pl...
anning the event form start to finish. The entire staff worked together with great skill and good manners to see that we had a perfect evening.
Our guests were raving about the food all evening and which was amazing and beautifully presented. The setting and the entire experience was just top shelf.
Highest recommendation if you are considering this venue. It was wonderful.
Liz M
5.0
Such a great place to have a wedding reception! I got married in August and the views of the harbor and docks were awesome. So many people commented on how good the food was, the ...
desert bar was out of this world. Brie, ,the coordinator did an fantastic job. She helped with the table settings and getting all of my decor set up how I wanted. It was affordable and the menus they offered had something for everyone.
The layout if perfect, beautiful wrap around deck to have drinks on and watch people on the dance floor. I had 135 people at my wedding and the layout/size was great!
Highly recommend, perfect place for a Cape Cod wedding!
Elizabeth W
5.0
I can’t say enough good things about The Flying Bridge. Brie was super helpful and put up with all my bride drama! She made my vision come to life! The food was perfect. The ceremo...
ny location is super cute and very Cape Cod. This is easily the best place to get married on Cape. Every person we have talked to has told us it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
Response from The Flying Bridge
Thank you Elizabeth. I wish you and Nick the very best!
Alison H
5.0
We had our rehearsal dinner at the Flying Bridge and the experience was perfect. The food was fantastic and even though it was raining, the venue was perfect for a rehearsal dinner...
(and I can see for a wedding). Loved this place so much. Thanks for all your hard work.
Gail T
5.0
The Flying Bride best 10 stars! We hosted our wedding event here on Mother's Day weekend. Everything was PERFECT. We chose the venue for its great location and views, but were sp...
ectacularly impressed with the quality of the food, and service! The Gold Reception dinner was over-the-top for presentation and quality. The Viennese Table (a pastry buffet) was a decadent display of truly wonderful desserts. I chose mini grilled cheese sandwiches for a late-night snack, and they were adorably delicious. Brie was a pleasure to work with. All of her advice was spot-on, and I am glad that I listened. All the staff were enthusiastic and friendly. This is the second wedding that I have hosted; in my opinion the Flying Bridge prices are quite reasonable. For what they deliver in value, everyone thought that we spent twice as much! As an aside, I was worried about people feeling "left out" in the most rear three tables, but the people that were there said that they liked their "quiet corner!"
mary b
5.0
We had our rehearsal dinner at The Flying Bridge and it was absolutely amazing. The location, staff, food, and atmosphere exceeded every expectation. Brie, the events coordinator, ...
was very helpful throughout the process providing feedback and making recommendations in our planning process. She was very detail oriented and accommodating. She ensured me and my husband were happy and comfortable throughout the evening. Our guests was very impressed with the venue(great views!) and service.
Breanne S
5.0
Brie and the team from The Flying Bridge were phenomenal!! I got married last Saturday and people are still talking about the food and the atmosphere! From the get go, coordinator...
Brie was on top of everything. She answered every email, every question promptly and had so many wonderful suggestions along the way. Our day was beyond perfect. We went with the Gold Reception which consists of different buffet stations. Our guests RAVED about it. Not only was the food delicious, but our guests were able to start eating while we were out doing our photos on the beach. The room looked perfect and the staff was so kind and accommodating. The nacho bar at the end of the night was a HUGE hit. Our wedding was the perfect blend of Cape Cod casual meets classic. I highly highly recommend this venue, Brie, and the Gold Reception :)
Caitlin L
5.0
We had an absolutely wonderful wedding experience here from start to finish. Brie, our planner, was a huge support and made sure my husband and I had everything we needed on the bi...
g day. The staff was friendly and fun, and the food was AMAZING! A wonderful venue to have a wedding as casual or fancy as you want it. We were thrilled the day felt like “us”! Thank you Flying Bridge!
JT W
5.0
We had a great experience with our wedding at the Flying Bridge. The food was excellent, the views were beautiful and I cannot say enough positive things about the wait staff who w...
ere attentive, friendly and went above and beyond to make our day special. Thank you all so much!
Laura F
5.0
The Flying Bridge was our perfect venue. The scenery is just gorgeous. Everything from the food to the layout to the service was amazing. Brie, Tyler, and the Flying Bridge staff d...
id such a wonderful job helping us plan, accommodating our requests, and expediting the event perfectly. The laid back atmosphere was exactly what we wanted. We chose the “Gold Reception” and everyone loved it. We heard from countless guests about the delicious food, views, and overall atmosphere. If we did it all again, we wouldn’t change a thing!
Response from The Flying Bridge
Thank you so much Laura. We enjoyed working with you, Kevin and your family.
David B
5.0
We can't say enough about how great our daughter's wedding was at the Flying Bridge. The location is fantastic, convenient to downtown Falmouth, lodging, and beaches for out of tow...
n guests, and with great view of the small harbor. Brie, the events coordinator, did a phenomenal job working with us and translating our somewhat disorganized ideas into a wonderful event. She was proactive communicating with us and kept everything moving flawlessly through the evening. The food was excellent and the serving staff friendly, attentive and a pleasure to deal with.
Pricing was good, and consumption-based pricing certainly helped control the costs of the open bar.
We highly recommend The Flying Bridge.
Response from The Flying Bridge
Thank you David. I'm happy everyone had a fabulous evening.
Ariel A
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about the Flying Bridge. We got married here on 9/3/17 and had our ceremony and reception at this location. Brie, the wedding coordinator, was so o...
n top of things despite having a stressful role as event manager. She was knowledgeable, responsive, and so easy and fun to work with. During the planning phase, she would always respond to our non-urgent calls within a day, and would always have our wedding details laid out in front of her whenever we spoke. Her service on the day of, however, was unparalleled and worthy of so much praise. She met me (the bride) upon my arrival, made sure we ate dinner, was always visible and available yet never in the way. She even went out of her way the day before the wedding to buy sand for one of our decorations, which I forgot to pack. In addition to Brie, the ENTIRE staff - from the hostess to the servers to the bartender - was friendly, quick, and efficient. The food was INCREDIBLE - we got so many compliments from our guests, many of whom said it was they best wedding meal they've ever had. All of this, mind you, is in addition to the view this place has - which speaks for itself. The upstairs function room is private, spacious, and pretty customizable in terms of linens, decor, etc. These people are happy to work with you and create your perfect day, instead of focusing on things like cake cutting fees and other minutia that so many other venues nickle and dime you for. I truly cannot say enough good things and am so happy that we chose Flying Bridge for our most important day.
Caitlin M
5.0
We chose The Flying Bridge as a rehearsal dinner venue for the Friday before our wedding at The Coonamessett Inn, down the street. These two venues have the same owners, so we knew...
the pricing would be reasonable, and we also knew we would have the most delicious food! We had our dinner under a beautiful white tent on the deck, overlooking the harbor as boats passed by. Our guests loved the location, and not a single person left hungry that night. My in-laws were delighted with the choice since they had made decisions from Pennsylvania, where they live, prior to seeing the venue. It was a perfect night, and our family members met us inside at the bar once the dinner was finished. Great venue for a rehearsal dinner! We would have considered this for our wedding, but the space would not accommodate the number of guests we had. Thank you, Flying Bridge!
Abbey P
5.0
We had our reception at The Flying Bridge in October and it was amazing! People are still talking about how good the food was! The staff was great from going to see it to day of. T...
heir recommendations for food and to not doing a seating plan were great, it worked out so perfectly. Everyone loved having the deck open and sitting outside wherever they wanted. I loved having the whole upstairs just to ourselves. We were able to bring all our centerpieces and decorations the night before and they had everything set up for us when we arrived. They worked with the DJ and had us all in very quickly and made it easy to transition from apps to entrances to dinner to dancing. Everything was really perfect there. I would highly recommend it! Also you can't beat the price for being on the water!
Haley G
5.0
We recently had our wedding at the Flying Bridge. We did plan it from 1200 miles away which was a bit stressful. The best part of this venue - the view. It is right on the harbor a...
nd boats lined the water. The ceremony area is to the right of the restaurant and it has lovely views. The noise of the restaurant does not transition to the ceremony when they close the doors. The next best thing, the food! Sadly, my husband and I barley got to eat anything but what we did have was very good. The guest loved the food as well. The presentation was great too. Other perks of this venue are the outside/inside layout where you can easily transition from out to in. The staff danced with our guests after the food was settled and they were awesome!
The few negatives of the evening - the lack of an elevator for our handy-cap guest was upsetting. The staff did help our grandmother down the stairs holding her wheelchair, but overall that is not the most comfortable approach. There was a lack of communication leading up to the wedding itself. I had to request an invoice multiple times from the manager. When he finally sent it he gave me some attitude that it was late....even though I only had it in my possession a few days and had been requesting it prior to its due date. He did not send it to me until about a week after it was due (it is busy wedding season though and I am sure he was very busy). My only other flaw of the evening was the toast. We did pay almost $500 for a champagne toast which only one table of guests had by the time toasts were going. It was a bit disappointing.
Overall - the wedding was the best night ever. We had so much fun. I would definitely recommend this location for any function. It is beautiful, the food is exceptional, and the staff are such fun.
Collin L
5.0
The Flying Bridge offers a spectacular one-stop venue for your wedding. From the tented deck overlooking the bay for the ceremony, with a quick stroll upstairs for the private uppe...
r floor of the restaurant, all the banquet style food stocked by their chefs and the beautiful cake delivered from their partner bakery - Flying Bridge makes planning and having a wedding easy!
Their wedding planning staff led us through an excellent rehearsal, and was there for each and every need of the bride and groom through the entire reception.
We highly recommend The Flying Bridge for a wedding venue for both ceremony and reception. The venue and their staff far exceeded our expectations.
Julia C
5.0
My guests are still raving about my wedding. The food is spectacular and the venue couldn't be better. The beautiful porch outside is perfect. Jenna and Tyler were both amazing and...
always available for questions. For the rehearsal and day of, Jenna was so helpful in directing everyone. The ONLY downside of the venue is that there are no alcohol packages, it is strictly consumption and that can get out of hand a little quickly. It was a somewhat stressful having to think about when our bar cap was going to run out or having to put an extra $1000 on the bar. Having a per person up front amount would be nice to put the mind at ease knowing guests will have plenty to eat and drink all night. That being said, I know some people prefer consumption bar and it worked out well. I would pick this venue again a million times over. Thanks Flying Bridge for the best night of my life, this place will always be incredibly special to us.
Kristen W
5.0
I am so late writing this review but we had our rehearsal dinner at the Flying Bridge last summer. I can't say enough about all of the staff, especially Jeff who helped us to coord...
inate it all. He made great suggestions and essentially made our rehearsal dinner perfect. Unlike many other people you meet with who try to squeeze you for every dime they can, Jeff made reasonable suggestions and even would tell you if he thought something was too much. I would recommend any and everyone to have their functions here. The food was great, and the outside tent was so pretty!
Anonymous
5.0
The photos here don't give this place justice. The views are spectacular. Watching boats go by while having dinner or having a cocktail makes for a great spot to host an event. The...
food is great, the staff is friendly and it's a photographers playground on the docks behind the restaurant as well as from the decks up above. I know because I love shooting weddings here.
Ian K
5.0
This venue was our ceremony and reception venue. Jeff Hyde was our venue consultant and he was absolutely fabulous in keeping our venue moving along seamlessly. Not to mention our ...
food which we chose from their base package was Devine! I ate every bite of my four course meal!! I could not have asked for a more beautiful and wonderful venue and more excellent fabulous service!
Beth H
3.0
The Flying Bridge is a classic Cape Cod bar and grille type place on the cape with beautiful harbor views. The first time I met with them, they were great and very easy going. I ...
found when it came time to finalizing details they were not consistent with what they verbally ok'd. I also thought the wait staff was abrasive. Management needs to train the wait staff for sure.
Allie W
5.0
The Flying Bridge was everything we could have asked for, and more! Jeff, our coordinator, was super helpful and attentive from the time we toured the venue and throughout our wed...
ding night. Even though there were a few tiny things that we didn't see coming, Jeff took care of everything immediately and seamlessly. The food was incredible and the service was unmatched. It was so much fun and our only regret is that we didn't have enough time to taste all of the food!
Our ceremony was also held at the venue in the tent outside. The view was beautiful and the ceremony went seamlessly. Jeff handled our rehearsal and made sure everyone was well prepared for the big day.
Overall, I couldn't have wished for a better venue or better service! All our guests kept telling us that it was the best wedding they had ever been to!
Maura S
5.0
I've always imagined my wedding at the Flying Bridge and it did not disappoint! Jeff and everyone who helped plan it was amazing, always willing to answer questions and let us look...
at the space, they made sure everything went smoothly before and during the event. The venue has the benefit of having indoor and outdoor space and a spectacular view. Best wedding ever!
Jen P
2.0
I just returned from my dear friends' beautiful wedding which included a reception at the Flying Bridge. Having planned my own wedding (elsewhere) a few years ago, I want to warn ...
those of you considering this venue of the manager in charge at the reception (I wish I had gotten his name). I'm hoping that the newlyweds were none the wiser, but this man was so incredibly pushy and rude to the guests. His method of ushering people to the tables and dance floor was to yell, hassle and in some cases physically push them out of the way. On more than one occasion he used the bride as an excuse for his atrocious approach, implying that she was a bridezilla who demanded such things. He also threw her under the bus for table mix-up where our 10 top was mistakenly set as an 8-top. His attitude was completely horrifying and borderline chauvinistic, that the silly dumb bride just couldn't get her act together. We also watched as he oh so casually carried the gorgeous cake like around the room it was a toy, admonished his (mediocre) waitstaff in front of the guests, and the worst offense, interrupted the bride and groom while saying goodbye to their guests, asking them what they plan to do with some decorations. I was in a rage at this guy from start to finish. The bride and groom's families sunk a lot of money into this evening and I know they would be aghast to know how their friends and family were treated. This creep aside, the space is nice and big, the food was decent, but the waitstaff were sllowwww and disorganized, and the bathrooms were kind of gross.
Response from The Flying Bridge
I'm not in the habit of responding to reviews because they are usually subjective and ever...
yone has different opinions. There are some that I feel the need to correct factual errors and let everyone be the judge as to the validity of the rest.
The dining tables are in a separate area away from the bar and dance floor so it is true we need to usher people to the tables for dinner. Most guests are understanding that there is a time line and we are trying to make sure the bride has as much dancing time as possible at HER wedding. At no time were any guests pushed to their tables. That just isn't true. Being a former bride you know it is your floor plan that the venue follows and the tables are set accordingly. We have two different size tables and if we knew the table you were seated at was a ten we would have used our larger table. At no time do we feel "the bride was too dumb to get her act together" . We understand from years of experience that mistakes are made and it is our job to keep things moving as smoothly as possible and not to make a big deal out of a tiny oversight.
As for our staff we were waiting for the band to get set up before we could proceed with the reception. The four course meal was served to over 160 guests in a little over an hour and fifteen minutes. After the dinner service we have a formal cake cutting and yes we do then carry the cake to the kitchen for cutting and serving. I don't consider that anywhere near slowwww service. I'm sorry you spent your time focusing on the job of the function staff and manager instead of enjoying yourself at your friends wedding
Anonymous
5.0
I had my wedding on July 25th at the Flying Bridge, and it was incredible. Jeff was fantastic from when we first met with him to the special day. Everything was setup correctly a...
nd as described. The food was great. We got the Gold Reception which was the best decision we made, and they were flexible in all arenas. They worked with what we wanted. The price for what we got was great, especially compared to other places on the cape. I would recommend the Flying Bridge to anyone that is looking for a laid back, cost concious, and beautiful spot.
Elisa H
5.0
We had the best experience. Tyler and Jeff are amazing! The food was wonderful. We are so beyond happy with how everything went. Get married here! We had our ceremony and reception...
here. My dad brought me in on his boat! It was magical! I could go on and on...
Mr. & Mrs. Battles
07-04-2015
Laurie S
5.0
We used The Flying Bridge for our rehearsal dinner and we were SO pleased. The food was delicious and we got rave reviews from all of our guests!
Larissa F
5.0
The Flying Bridge has a beautiful view, a great layout, delicious food and awesome value. Jeff helped us with every little detail, he was always available to talk to us. The day of...
the wedding I just left all my decoration pieces and flowers at the flying bridge and they decorated the venue, doing a beautiful job. All guests raved about the food. Everything was perfect, awesome staff also!
Dianna
5.0
Beautiful Location with Amazing Staff, Services, and Menu
Gabrielle L
5.0
perfect location on the deck for a rehearsal dinner. The spot is amazing. Not sure about inside, didnt get a good look. Food was delicious.
Rachel M
5.0
We had our dinner here and the food, easiness of coordination, service and the view were absolutely gorgeous. It was simple but elegant and a perfect and delicious was to start out...
wedding celebrations off.
Anonymous
5.0
Our wedding was everything I could have dreamed of at The Flying Bridge! Tyler was extremely helpful in organizing all of our details and answering any questions that we had during...
the planning process. The venue is gorgeous - with amazing views and the best location! Everyone commented on how fantastic the food was - we served baked stuffed lobster and filet. Our family and friends were blown away. From start to finish it was the best day ever, and we could not have chosen a better location than The Flying Bridge!
Allison G
5.0
Our wedding was fantastic. We had the ceremony at a local church though the flying bridge does have a small area available for ceremonies. The coordinator at the flying bridge help...
ed us before and during the whole event. We are still hearing how great the food was. My little complaint is that there is no air conditioning and inside while dancing, it is hottt. However there is a fantastic breeze on the porch when you step outside.
whitney G
5.0
We had our rehearsal dinner at the Flying Bridge and it was great! The food was incredible and they even worked with my Maid of Honor and her food allergies. The view is stunning, ...
especially as the sun starts to go down. The service was great too. I would definitely recommend the Flying Bridge for any function! Thanks for such a great night!
Erin G
5.0
The Flying Bridge was the perfect location for my Cape Cod wedding. We wanted something casual but elegant. This was the first venue we looked at and I knew right away it was whe...
re I had to have my reception! The set up is fantastic, the wrap around upper deck with views of Falmouth Harbor was stunning, and the surrounding docks are perfect for wedding pictures. Tyler took care of everything and answered all of our questions during the planning. Our guests raved about the food, and about the open seating plan we had with the stations. I was concerned that this might be too informal, but all of the guests enjoyed being able to eat and socialize at their leisure. The staff put together a heaping portion of all the amazing food, and brought to a table for my fiance and I to enjoy.
Nancy B
5.0
We got married the first weekend in October. We had the ceremony out on the patio of The Flying Bridge and then the celebration upstairs. It couldn't have been nicer. Everyone is s...
till talking about all of the delicious food. We had the stations and we could have fed another 15 people. The setting is just beautiful. They have the nautical decor throughout the reception area. This was well worth the price. We were extremely happy.
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