Some celebrations just belong in the daytime.
Bridal showers, baby showers, communions, post-wedding brunches—these gatherings call for mimosas and French toast, not a late dinner reservation. In Monmouth County, one address covers the full range: The Squire & Branches at 123 Monmouth Road in West Long Branch, where intimate private dining and full brunch receptions live under the same roof.
Why Brunch Is the Perfect Event Format
Daytime events have real advantages. Guests of all ages can attend—grandparents and little ones included. Afternoons stay free, which matters for showers where the guest of honor has a full weekend. And the menu is inherently crowd-pleasing: nobody has strong opinions against scrambled eggs, French toast, and a mimosa.
The classic brunch event window is 11 AM to 2 PM—late enough for guests to travel, early enough to leave the evening open. That's exactly the window both of our options are built around.
Option 1: Intimate Daytime Events at The Squire
For gatherings of 12 to 35 guests, The Squire's Private Dining Room offers an elegant, soundproof space with a customizable floor plan and styling. Daytime bookings start at 11 AM, and our team builds a customizable prix fixe menu around your preferences and budget.
The Squire Private Dining Room
- Capacity: 12–35 guests
- Menu: Customizable prix fixe
- Timing: Daytime bookings from 11 AM
- Amenities: Sound system, TV/display, Wi-Fi, customizable styling
- Best for: Intimate showers, luncheons, birthday and graduation celebrations
Option 2: The Branches Brunch Reception
For larger celebrations of 30 or more guests, our sister venue Branches—in the same building—hosts a full three-hour brunch reception, available 11 AM to 2 PM.
What's Included
- Unlimited mimosas plus assorted juices, soda, coffee & tea
- Breakfast display: danish, croissants, mini bagels with spreads, fresh fruit
- Hot breakfast station: scrambled eggs, French toast, bacon
- Salad & lunch station: your choice of salad, protein, and pasta
- Dessert selection: cheesecake, carrot cake, tiramisu, mousse & more
- The details: linens, in-house centerpieces, votive candles, cash or hosted bar
Want to take it further? Enhancements include an omelet station, Belgian waffles, smoked salmon platters, carving stations, and a raw bar.
Occasions That Shine at Brunch
- Bridal showers — the classic mimosa occasion, with the wedding party all in one room
- Baby showers — daytime timing works for expecting moms and traveling family alike
- Communions & christenings — straight from the church to a celebration lunch
- Post-wedding brunches — send off out-of-town guests the morning after
- Milestone birthdays & anniversaries — especially multi-generational gatherings
- Graduation celebrations — minutes from Monmouth University
One Building, Every Group Size
Here's what makes this arrangement unique in Monmouth County: you don't have to choose a venue before you know your guest count. Whether your list lands at 15 or 150, the answer is the same address and the same phone call. Intimate gathering? The Squire's private room. Full reception? Branches, upstairs in the same building, with ballroom-level service.
- Location: 123 Monmouth Road, West Long Branch, NJ
- 12–35 guests: The Squire Private Dining Room
- 30+ guests: Branches Brunch Reception
- One call for both: 732-542-5050
Not sure which fits? Tell us about your event and our team will point you to the right room—no guesswork required. For evening celebrations, our private dining guide covers dinners, corporate events, and more.
Planning a Daytime Celebration?
Tell us about your shower, brunch, or luncheon and we'll match you with the perfect space.
