I normally don't write reviews, but I feel it's important to share my family's experience. My…read morecousin was supposed to have her wedding at Astoria banquet but her fiancé tragically passed away just a week before the ceremony. It's hard to even put into words how devastating this has been for her and our whole family. We reached out to the venue to explain the situation and request some kind of refund or partial credit, given the circumstances -- this wasn't a normal cancellation. Unfortunately, the hall chose not to show any flexibility or compassion. I understand that businesses have policies, but this was an extraordinary and heartbreaking situation. What hurts most is the lack of empathy. A little understanding or humanity in a moment like this goes a long way. I hope in the future, this hall considers showing more compassion toward their clients during truly tragic circumstances. I would not suggest !

Astoria refuses to return a bride partial refund due to the groom dying 7 days before the wedding…read moreNov1. no compassion or sympathy straight greed.

I've been to two different events here at the Ritz. The venue itself is beautiful, food is good,…read more but SOME staff need to learn basic customer service and manners. The first event I attended a server was upset that there were so many guests (some dressed in ball gowns) that she started complaining that she can't do her job. OUT LOUD while serving guests their food. The second event I've attended, our server who is very sweet, simply forgot four plates for the main course at our table. We waited very patiently but she was busy. We waived one server, she said that they will make their way around. We waited more and our server didn't come back with the plates. I'd like to mention that all the food for the main course was on the table. I just stood by the door to only ask for plates since we've been waiting. The first server brushed me off and didn't let me finish my sentence and said "ask your waitress okay?" , another guest at my table asked a different server and she went to the kitchen just to come back empty handed to look at the table that's missing plates when it's clear that they're missing. I told her we're missing four plates and she's says "I KNOW", used a calm down gesture and shook her head at me. They took so long with plates that one of the guests at the table just ended up using the saucer plate to start eating. As I said earlier, SOME staff need improvement. I wish the servers had name tags.

I attended a fundraising event for The Harbour at Chateau Ritz in Niles. Nestled among the strip…read moremalls and chain restaurants, the Chateau Ritz sits back off the street and has a lot of parking. The theme of the evening was a casino night. The decor of Chateau Ritz is glam, over the top, a little outdated, but totally appropriate for a fundraising event. The room was spacious with plenty of space for the tables, auction tables, casino tables, stage, etc. The hot hors d'oeuvres were served hot, basic but good tasting, there was an attractive array of desserts, staff was efficient in clearing plates, replenishing the buffet and helping with AV needs. The bartenders were great. The bathrooms were clean, and stocked. The guests were having a great time and the setting of Chateau Ritz helped to enhance that. We did notice when we arrived for the event that there were a few people hanging around the parking lot (not guests). When we left for the evening, a person was walking through the lot, talking to people (talking to himself?) and moving between the cars.

My husband and I got married here and from the beginning of wedding planning until the end was very…read moreeasy with Concorde. We had our ceremony at their outdoor garden and we did not expect our turn out to be as big as it was, haha. Thankfully the space seats about 100. For our wedding reception we used room A which has windows throughout. We worked closely with Peter and Pat and they were both friendly, accommodating and readily available for any questions, concerns, etc. The entire Concorde staff is extremely kind and they nailed it with our wedding vision. Service throughout our wedding was phenomenal. Food and drinks were constant and dirty dishes/glasses were taken away quickly. This venue is gorgeous and I'm so happy we chose it for our special day.

As the grandmother of the bride, this was a day our family had been looking forward to for a very…read morelong time. The wedding itself was beautiful, but unfortunately the reception left me with mixed feelings because of the service we experienced. The food was excellent, and I want to give credit to the kitchen because everything we tasted was delicious. Unfortunately, many guests never had the opportunity to fully enjoy it. Throughout the evening, I witnessed staff removing plates while guests were still eating or had only stepped away from the table for a few minutes. Many guests later shared that they left the reception hungry because their meals had been cleared before they were finished. It was disappointing to see such wonderful food go to waste simply because people were not given the chance to eat it. I also noticed that some staff members were abrupt and came across as unfriendly when guests asked questions or requested assistance. A wedding should feel warm and welcoming, and unfortunately that was not the impression many of us were left with. What saddened me the most was learning that after the wedding the family contacted the venue privately to discuss these concerns respectfully, hoping only for acknowledgment and accountability. Instead of taking responsibility, the response was largely defensive, and after a follow-up email there was no further communication from management. I sincerely hope future couples receive the level of care and professionalism that such an important day deserves.

We had the absolute best experience having our wedding reception at Highland Park Community House…read more Truly, it was perfect. We attribute that to the fact that Wendy, HPCH's Executive Director, is such a gem of a person, so easy to work with, very communicative, doesn't nickel and dime you, allows for flexibility, is accountable, and makes you feel at ease every step of the way. It's very clear that the operation at HPCH is smooth and positive because you feel it as a client. Wendy and HPCH made our vision and dream to have a 70s disco themed wedding reception a reality, and we wouldn't have been able to pull it off without Wendy and the HPCH team. Thank you for everything you did for us to make our event life changing and memorable. Please run, don't walk, to schedule your next event at Highland Park Community House. You will not be disappointed!!!

My fiancé and I were online looking for beautiful venues that were affordable. In our search we…read morecame across Highland Park Community House. From the pictures alone we were amazed and knew we needed to schedule a visit to see it in person. My fiancé sent an email over and a set time was created for us to come check everything out. Upon arrival we were greeted by Wendy. She gave us a complete walk through of everything and explained how the whole process worked. Everything about Wendy was genuine and we loved her positive attitude. We ended up booking the same day and left a deposit. Our wedding will be in October and we're just so excited to have it there. Thank you for making this process easy!!

Victoria in the Park -- More like, "Victory for the Wedding!!"…read more Lucy and her staff surpassed all expectations. In a way, it truly felt as though Lucy was part of our new found family. Victoria in the Park helped in a major way to the success and overall celebration to our magical night. The food was amazing. The drinks, perfect. The people, second to none! Thank you Victoria in the Park!

Victoria in the park has a lot of friendly servers. the servers are smiling and happy to tell you…read morewhere you are headed next. As a guest i felt very welcomed.

When I started looking for venues to get married, I was adamant that Olive Palace Banquets was NOT…read morewhere I would be getting married. But fate and God had other plans. I met Shafi Bhai and was super skeptical of everything going the way I wanted. But him and his staff were wonderful and my wedding was a dream. Not only did it feel like a fairytale to me but to my guests as well. The hospitality was beyond amazing, and the FOOD!!!! Almost a year later EVERYONE STILL talks about how GOOD the food was!!! All in all, what I was fully expecting to be a 2/10 experience was in reality a 12/10 experience and I wouldn't change it for anything. Thank you to Shafi Bhai and the amazing team I had behind me to make it all come to life!

We recently had our wedding in May 2025, and we are so glad we chose to hold our event here! I'm…read morenot from the Chicago area, but my now-wife is. We're Arab (Jordanian and Palestinian), and this hall was truly a hidden gem. We had a long list of needs: a venue that could accommodate a large number of guests, offer halal food, provide two separate halls if needed, be centrally located, and still be reasonably priced. This banquet hall checked every single box. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this place is special. It underwent a $1.5 million renovation in 2024, and it really shows. The grand chandelier in the center adds an elegant touch, the bathrooms are clean and beautifully designed, and there are bridal suites upstairs available to use before the event. They even offer complimentary centerpieces and wedding card boxes, which is a thoughtful bonus if you're trying to keep decor simple or on budget. The food--absolutely delicious. We're not used to banquet hall food being memorable, but the chefs here genuinely exceeded our expectations. We had a tasting before the big day and ended up choosing the sun-dried tomato chicken as our main dish--it was a hit. The garlic potato soup was another favorite; our guests are still talking about it. The chai, which was included in the package at no extra cost, was also a crowd-pleaser. A special shoutout to Shafee, who supported us through every step of the planning process. Wedding planning can be stressful, but sitting down with him always brought us a sense of calm. He genuinely went out of his way to make sure our wedding was perfect, and we're so grateful for his attention to detail and kindness. The hall is located very close to Chicago O'Hare Airport, which made it super convenient for our out-of-town guests. Whether you're from the south suburbs (like Bridgeview) or the north suburbs (like Skokie), definitely take a moment to check this place out before finalizing your banquet hall for your wedding or event. You won't regret it!

We had our wedding here and it was just stunning. Deborah and her team were amazing to work with…read more Helped us anytime we needed it while planning a wedding from out of state. Gorgeous day as well - everything turned out beautiful. And they recommended the best vendors.

Our family loves this place so much that our daughter decided to have her wedding here several…read moreyears ago. They did a great job of working with the caterer and us and in setting up the kitchen and tables in the pavilion along with parking and a shuttle bus that the hotel across the street provided. Everyone in attendance loved the setting and the mansion. Thankfully the weather cooperated and the whole ceremony, dinner and reception went off without a hitch. The pavilion will hold a hundred guests comfortably while the guest count will drop for a reception inside the mansion. I believe no matter which you choose the party will end at 11 pm at least that was the policy about five years ago. For the Grove part of the estate, hiking the trails is easy with lots to look at. There are several buildings and workshops along the way. I liked the blacksmith shop the best. Now we've taken our grand daughter here and she loved the reptile house! Go figure! There are 'events' during most holidays with lots to look at and buy.

We had a work party here today and it was fantastic! It's an amazing event space in an awesome…read morearea. The Glen is a great downtown feeling vibe and a great place to shop. It's early for a work holiday party but it sure got me in the spirit lol

Beautiful event space in a cool former Naval Base Area, now an outdoor mall with businesses and…read morewalkable housing. Came here a few months ago and service was stellar. It's fairly "open concept" and it is loud and good for a party that's pumpin'.