The Westwood

Our Story

Just recently, we were thrilled to celebrate our 50th Anniversary with over five-hundred family, friends, and customers - what an exciting benchmark for our family! Five decades ago, our dad Joe began by partnering with four friends and overseeing the groundbreaking what was once the Hotel Scandia in 1962. What first was expected to become a bowling alley has turned into a popular event destination in Garwood, NJ. Over the years, countless members of the Scalzadonna family have made The Westwood, their home away from home, from our children to our grandmother Lena, they have all taken an active role in making The Westwood what it is today. To say our family takes this business personally is an understatement. We strive to make each event for our customers as special as those we've held for our own family. Today, we are proud that The Westwood's personal, family-oriented approach continues to make us the first choice for families like yours - and we're looking forward to serving you soon.

Contest Winner

We wanted to send a big thank you to everyone who entered to win the $25,000 towards an event at The Westwood. The response was overwhelming - we received so many diverse and heartfelt entries, we truly enjoyed reading each one. From brides-to-be to some amazing non-profit organizations, we were touched by your stories. We were so moved that we decided to award not just one $25,000 prize, but 4 additional prizes too. And the winners are. One Grand Prize - $25,000 toward an event at The Westwood: Jillian Pomponio of Colonia, NJ Two - $5,000 prizes to be used toward an event at The Westwood: StreetLight Mission of Elizabeth, NJ David Braine Edison, NJ Two - $2,500 prizes to be used toward an event at The Westwood: Judy Jones of Linden, NJ Anne De Almeida of Toms River, NJ

Weddings

It's the event you've waited a lifetime for. Whether an intimate brunch or an evening bash for hundreds, count on The Westwood to translate your wedding vision into glorious reality. Choose from dazzling buffet options, popular station-style service, even an event that includes your own signature cocktail! Low-key to luxe, simple to sophisticated, ceremony to celebration, count on The Westwood for a wedding that's truly one of a kind. VIEW MENUS: THE ELITE DINNER THE ELITE BUFFET THE ELEGANT DINNER THE ELEGANT BUFFET THE EXQUISITE BRUNCH overview photos contact us