My son had his wedding here,the staff is remarkable and the venue is great. Everything was perfect…read moreexcept for the parking that needs to be addressed.

From friends, I'd heard about this venue in Elgin before but never had a chance to visit until I…read moreattended a wedding here recently. Now after attending, I can say that this spot really exceeded expectations. One of the best things about this spot was having a large variety of different areas for guests to spread out and socialize. This led to a much more relaxed atmosphere for talking than most weddings that I've attended (I'm not huge into dancing). Even throughout the afternoon and evening, it was very nice to be able to enjoy appetizers on the beautiful rooftop deck, enjoy music and dancing on the dance floor, while still being able to carry on a conversation in the large main dining room -- or head downstairs to lounge around to avoid the crowds and noise. As I attended for a family wedding, I was also able to utilize the generously sized suites that had more than enough room for everyone to bring items they needed and have space to get ready for the event. The Haight has done the look of a rustic venue better than most places that I've seen. One thing that I really appreciated is that the look is rustic, but the facilities themselves are in great shape and modern. There were also plenty of great photo spots all around the venue that were lit nicely and contributed to guests having plenty of photo opportunities that they could create on their own. For those who were looking to rest, I did enjoy having sofas and softer cushioned chairs available to relax in. Overall, excellent venue that I would love to attend another wedding in the future. A beautiful facility with friendly service and lots of space to move around make this a great gathering spot.

Very nice party room just thought the location and entrance left a lot to be desired We drove…read morepast the place many times because it was hard to see . The need to spruce up the entrance to become more inviting

We just went for a sweet 16 and the place was really beautiful. I took a knife for my cousin to cut…read morelimes since they were struggling to get their hands on one and they made me take it back to my truck. I was mildly annoyed by the fact I had to walk back in heels but also appreciative because they cared for everyone's safety. Their place is kinda small but really cute and the bar being upstairs instead of the main area was nice.

This venue is truly a hidden gem. Beth goes out of her way to make sure that everything is perfect…read morefor you. Everything was so smooth and the packages are a great deal. I had no worries and no complaints through this whole process!! There are also so many different options you can do to personalize to you. Loved every second.

This venue is beautiful and in a great location for events. I bought the all inclusive luxury mini…read morewedding package. I was very happy with the package. However, I was disappointed with the way the day went. With 8 hours of access we planned for an hour of clean up at the end with all guests out. The owner had my guests cleaning up the venue starting at 7:30 even though we didn't need to be out until 10:30. I understand asking guests to clean plates but my photos from the end of the night didn't have any of the decor because it was put away before my wedding was over. Truthfully it made me feel rushed to end my wedding which was very disappointing. The bartending service we hired also complained about being rushed and having their services disrupted by the owner. Again, a gorgeous venue but maybe not the place if you want a traditional wedding reception.

Checked out this food hall in Elgin. Dream Hall At 51 is a pretty cool concept and a great place to…read moreget together. It has a few quite interesting vendors. A bad thing is some of these have unreliable hours. The prices are moderate to high mostly. Basic concept as far as food halls go. It's got a main seating area in the middle. This is surrounded by vendors. Currently there's a few to choose from. Pretty much the food is at a counter that has several vendors in one. This makes it kind of confusing to place an order. Around The Bowl is where we ordered from. This has Indian, Mediterranean, and Mexican options. Viator Coffee is probably the busiest place though. Has all kinds of hipster coffee. There's also a few pastries. Got to know a lot of turnover here so it's always a lot of new businesses opening in here. It's advised not to get too attached to anything inside. They're closed Sundays.

This is multiple food places operated out of one single kitchen with the same people making dishes…read morefor all the "restaurants." I've never been to a place which did this well. This is no exception. Seating inside is limited even on a non-descript Thursday afternoon. Not a great experience.

Absolutely one of the most pleasant vendor experience of our special day! Must not miss out!…read moreElements Preserved was my discovery during my Bridal Shower, for a peacock chair, and then revisited for my sister in law's Baby shower. Element's pieces made a statement, that had our whole family and friends in awe. I knew we had to have Elements Preserved pieces for the Wedding day as well. It is absolutely worth the effort to go in person and see the warehouse in its entirety. Beth's eye for detail and creative mind really is present in the beautiful space. The moments in her warehouse alongside my-then Fiance brought the most excitement and warmth when choosing which items to rent. Truly fine-tuning our aesthetic,our personality, our love story and finding items that reflected who we are. Throughout our wedding we had moments with each other where we could look over and see those pieces scattered through our cocktail hour and reception that made the biggest impact. I could not have imagined our wedding day without those gems form Elements Preserved. Thank you Beth for your guidance and passion. It would not have had that loving essence anchoring us. We thank you for your part in our journey!

The most beautiful furniture and other rentals for your event! Seriously!! And at amazing prices!!…read morePlus Beth is a delight to work with and offered fantastic advice (without being pushy or taking over my vision). She was so crucial in helping build the look of my event. I love, love, loved the two lounges they helped me create and all the little pieces that helped fill out the rest of the event. So happy my photographer, Anamaria Vieriu, helped me find Beth!!! Thank you, Beth!!

One of my favorite local musicians now has a residency here sooo had to check this place out!…read moreNeedless to say, I was not alone - it was standing room only! The wonderful guys working the exchange setup a table for us, which is so sweet. Great service, will return just because of that! But alas I needed food - check! and a nice glass of champagne - check! Champagne is only by the bottle, but they have a great variety. The Prosecco by glass was good, but I wanted a little something more. The tequila and whiskey/bourbon selection is vast for a wine bar, I was wildly impressed considering I'm not actually a wine drinker. The flatbreads are huge and the charcuterie board was fantastic! Can't wait to come back

Had an event at the Wine Exchange recently and it well exceeded the expectations. From the planning…read morestages to the close everything was really spectacular. The food/drinks were AMAZING and staff exceptional too! The atmosphere is very cool, and guests were relaxed and enjoyed themselves. Thank you, Wine Exchange, for making our event turnkey and wonderful!

The Bartlett Log Cabin is a space available for meetings and events located in Bartlett Park near…read moredowntown Bartlett. Today's event was in the park. It was a Pet Event & Fall Festival. Many vendors including rescue organizations, pet sitters and many selling dog treats and accessories. The events include horse drawn wagon rides and disc dog demo. Until 3 pm today.

Ski runs are very short but it's a good place to practice without a huge crowd. Turning wide is…read morehard because they're fairly narrow. There were lots of ruts so you have to watch out. Chair lift is good but the smaller runs with rope tows are annoying because they're difficult to get started on and you get held up if someone falls. Rental equipment is easy to get and seems to be in decent shape. Food options aren't great but it's edible. It's about what you'd expect out of a freezer bag. Price is decent but it's hard to say great because it's essentially underwhelming school cafeteria food.

I don't know what happened with their brunch but it has gone downhill. The eggs Benedict was…read moresitting so long getting steamed that the muffins were like hockey picks, you could not even cut it with the knife, same with the French toast, the dessert table has gone downhill to cutting donuts in half and displaying them and the cut of cake was so thin I am surprised it made it onto the plate without falling apart. The orange juice was so bitter there was no way to drink it. Even the beef at the station was overcooked to medium which was tough to eat sliced thin. My bill was $163 with tip and I will not be back. So sad.

I cannot gush enough about Hoosier Grove in Streamwood enough! We had our daughter's football…read morethemed bridal shower there a couple of weeks ago and they were beyond amazing! Not only were they accommodating, but went above and beyond to make the day go perfectly! Their hospitality exceeded any expectations and their staff was so friendly and attentive. Vicki was literally the best to work with. We will definitely be using their venue again!

I have been to Hoosier Grove Barn for banquets and parties, and it is a beautiful venue…read more Recently, I was at the annual Barn & Brew fest, and it was such a perfect place for an outdoor event. The fire pit was nice and inviting. The liive music was soothing, and the staff and volunteers worked hard to ensure a successful event. There were many brews, seltzers, and wines to try. My Cocina food truck was a highlight! The grounds here are well cared fore and it was convenient to have benches and tables to sit at.

Spent a weekend at the Bed and Breakfast. Wonderful service…read more. Great wine. Most comfortable suite. Delightfully delicious breakfasts each morning and abundant charcuterie boards in the evenings

This was my first time visiting Lynfred, and the outside immediately caught my eye. The setting is…read morereally charming as you drive in alongside the venue. We went on a Saturday and had a great time. We did a tasting and gravitated toward the sweeter wines, which were enjoyable. We ended up purchasing their year-round Oktoberfest wine. If you prefer sweeter wines, this is a good spot for you. One thing to note is that they stop serving earlier than the posted closing time. At first, our server told us we only had 30 minutes for the tasting, so we felt a bit rushed. My husband asked again, and another staff member clarified that we actually had more time, which was a relief and allowed us to slow down and enjoy it. They provide breadsticks, and there are snacks available for purchase. I'm really looking forward to going back in the summer to enjoy the outdoor patio, which looks huge. The inside, however, felt smaller than expected. There are essentially two main rooms, plus a standing bar, a seated bar, a hallway with seating, and an exclusive members-only area.