How many people will the Kaufmann Room hold? Our Certificate of Occupancy will allow up to 70 people in the room. The minimum group size is 25 people.
How much does the room cost? We charge a rental fee of $100 for use of the room for evening events. In addition, there is a bar minimum required based on the size of your party and length of stay. Applicable sales taxes and a 20% automatic gratuity will apply to all purchases. We will run a single tab for up to the required bar minimum (this amount can be split between different guests). A cash bar is an option for those that wish to have guests pay for their own drinks once the bar minimum is exceeded. Shower events held on Saturday/Sunday must be conducted between the hours of 11 am - 3:30 pm, including setup and tear down. No bar minimum is required for traditional shower events and the cost to rent the room is $150.
How long can I use the room? We require a 2 hour minimum. However, the bar minimum will be adjusted to compensate for the additional time in one hour increments. If you go into an additional hour, we will charge for the full hour.
What is best for smaller parties of less than 25 people? We require a minimum of 25 people for The Kaufmann Room. Smaller groups can be accommodated in The Kaufmann Room, but the same minimum applies. Or smaller groups can use be accommodated on first come, first serve basis in our Tasting Room (no reservations accepted).
Can we bring in food? Certainly! People are welcome to use their own catering options. However, we highly recommend Lazy Buffalo BBQ, located within the confines of our main Tasting Room Tavern, serving inspired Barbecue selections such as pulled pork, turkey, sausage & bologna! Contact: Evan Keelan-White, lazybuffalobbqomaha@gmail.com. Mexican: MULA Mexican Kitchen. Contact: Sammy Pattavina, sammy@mulaomaha.com. Flatbreads/Charcuterie: Corkscrew Wine & Cheese. Contact: Jessica Keith, jessica@corkscrewwineandcheese.com. Bar Food & Other: First Round, Amanda@firstroundomaha.com. Pizza: Noli’s Pizzeria. Contact: Joel Marsh, jmarsh@nolispizza.com. Sandwiches: Get Real Sandwiches. Contact: Aden, get.real.sandwiches@gmail.com.
Can we decorate? You can decorate and arrange tables as needed (no glitter, confetti balloons or candles are allowed). We can provide table linens for your group at a nominal charge with adequate notice (7 days). Color choices are black or white.
Can we rearrange the tables? Yes, you are welcome to do want you want in the space for setting up, although we highly encourage that the west wall or front room be utilized for a buffets, as there is plenty of power along this wall for roasters, etc. If you have a specific layout request please communicate that in advance. If not, we may not have the staff available to assist in changing the setup of the furniture in the space. If time allows, the person working your event will gladly assist in your special request(s) to ensure a successful event.
Do you have projector capabilities for presentations, video, etc? Yes, we have a Bluetooth wireless overhead projector that can be paired with your device in order to run a slideshow or video presentation. You are limited to using the south wall of the room for presentations.
Where can we park? There is plenty of free parking in the Blackstone. The key is knowing where you can park! Below is a map of the public parking lots & times available. You can park in UNMC lots after 4 pm on weeknights and anytime on the weekends and anytime on the weekends (a few are shown on the map that are closest to Scriptown). The best option is the SE corner of 40th & Harney (behind Sullivan’s Bar).
