Amidst COVID wedding planning could only be described as an unmitigated disaster. My fiance (now wife) and I at the time were very skeptical of what could and could not be done. With continuous regulation changes and a lot of unknown (especially in New York), the absolute stress level was sky-high. That was when we decided to check out The Grandview. Our messages were promptly responded to by Margaret who quickly showed her true colors as one of the most genuine, nicest, and most caring people we have had the pleasure of speaking to. She was friendly, open to ideas, and beyond knowledgeable of everything that a wedding would require and all the steps we needed to do to make it happen. She and the staff at the Grandview continued to be transparent and remained continuous with their communication informing us of everything regulation and rule changes. Margaret promptly responded to each of our e-mails addressed all of our concerns and made us feel completely at ease with everything day or night. Even though we knew that it was her job to be in the hospitality business she took the time to go absolutely above and beyond what was required to ensure that we were happy, that our needs were met and taken care of, and that even though COVID was an issue ceremony still could happen and that our wants and needs could be met. Margaret also ensured that we would be taken care of fully without issue if COVID reasons caused us to have to cancel or back out. When actions are stronger than words Margaret and her staff proved time and time again that the establishment cared about us and that they would make good on any promise made. Moving on... To the Tasting ... The food was absolutely amazing although we did not get to try everything we wanted the staff made sure that my now wife and I were catered to and anything we needed was right there for us. The Grandview Still allowed for multiple different options that catered to our wants. We were able to discuss these wants and our options with every staff member that was present. The venue was immaculately clean... and sample sizes were well portioned and we left stuffed. The venue: The view of this venue is second to none. Overlooking the Hudson river the train and the bridge each view day or night is breathtaking. Due to the size of our wedding, we opted to have our cocktail hour and dinner in the same room. The Table seating worked perfectly for everyone to enjoy their food as well as have the ability to interact and be social while also giving those who were worrisome about the visit to have the ability to be distant enough but still feel fully included, welcomed, and like they could be comfortable taking off their masks for a few minutes to eat their meal. This of course added to the amazing views from three walls of windows.. and the ability to maneuver in and out to the balcony throughout the night. The wedding night ... Which was perfect... Although limited to 50 or fewer people... and with no dancing (thanks Cuomo you waste) The Grandview worked tirelessly to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Staff members wore masks and gloves and catered to everyone in a manner that was not only professional but also personal which made everyone feel included. They worked with all of our vendors flawlessly and made this night one the most memorable nights in our lives to date. our Maitre'd Debby was next to us every step of the way and like Margaret was one of the most helpful and genuine people. She ensured that every step was flawless from the minute we walked into the door. In Conclusion ... If you scroll past this venue you are making what I would characterize as a fatal error. The views, the staff, and their skill ensured us every minute and step of the way that we would be taken care of. The quality of the service is second to none and you will have the best night of your life. Although COVID made wedding planning an Unmitigated Disaster, the Granview and its staff used their talents and teamwork to make the night an unequivocal success. DO NOT I mean DO NOT pass this venue up for any reason... read more

Excellent food! Amazing view and amazing service! One of my top 5 venues of weddings I've been too! A hidden gem less than 2 hours from NYC! read more

We just went there for New Year's Eve. I went To the bar and ordered a Bud Light, two white wines and a mixed drink. The bartender poured something into a glass from a pitcher. I couldn't tell if it was wine or beer so when she brought it to me I asked what's that? She replied what the fuck do you think it is? She belittled me repeatedly over and over again. I didn't want to make a scene because it was New Year's Eve and we had just gotten there. So I just let it go and went to another bar for the rest of the evening. Sure enough around 11:30 PM she became the bartender in the restaurant. When I went up to the bar she started giving me the middle finger. I reported her to the manager and his reply was we've never had a complaint about her before. They did absolutely nothing about it and when I asked how am I to get a drink? I was told to use the waiter for the rest of the evening if I wanted to drink. I understand it's difficult to find help at this time. However this does not excuse impolite service. The manager should've removed her from the bar and had her do a different job elsewhere. Just to be clear I had never had an encounter with this bartender before this event. read more

Just went to our friend's wedding this Sunday and would recommend this caterer to someone who wants an elegant, well organized wedding. The place is beautiful, elegant with a spectacular view of the Hudson. The room we were in had beautiful draping thru out with collapsing walls, it was a chilly day but the walls kept everyone warm. Cocktail hour was delicious with a very helpful staff. We plan to go back next year to enjoy this beautiful place again in warmer weather. read more

Im not sure where to begin......We just hosted our daughters wedding at the Grandview on September 11th......It was a gorgeous day and a gorgeous venue.....Brent and his team catered to us all day....The food was out of this world and the views overlooking the river were talked about for days after......Please don't look any more.....Its the best place for an outside tented wedding without all the DIY/tent/barn nonsense.... Karen Chase Becchetti read more

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Enjoyed New Year's Eve 2020 at the Grandview in Poughkeepsie excellent service the room was spacious and the food and drink were plentiful all with a beautiful view, cannot say enough good things about this venue. read more

I can not speak for the weddings they do, this is a review for last night's "Small Business Holiday Party". This is the fifth year my office has attended this function, and it will probably be the last. This is a very popular event every year and in the past it was crowded but it was no where near as packed as last night. I doubt you could have gotten one more person in there with a gallon of olive oil slathered on them so they could slide in! The seating at the tables was so tightly spaced my wife and I had to take turns eating so we could cut our food with out stabing each other! And it was ridiculously hot in there as well. Oh and I also got tired of waiting for the waitstaff to clear the dirty dishes and glasses from the table after the cocktail hour so I bussed the table myself, while the staff watched me! I even had to ask them to move so I could put the dirty plates and glasses on a tray behind them! I understand you're in business to make money but the owners and management should really be ashamed of how this event was run last night, cattle heading to slaughter have more room to move! I strongly encourage any business thinking of going to this function in the future to seek out other options! Not to mention the food was mediocre at best but who goes to these places for a 5 star meal! read more

This is a long overdue review. I had my wedding here on June 28, 2015. It was one of the best day of my life! [warning: long read] My husband and I would give The Grandview and their staff a million stars if we can. They were absolutely amazing from start to finish. I was looking for an outdoor wedding with a tent look. After scouring the web and pinterest for places I might consider for my wedding venue, I stumbled upon The Grandview on a random google search one Saturday morning and immediately called and spoke to Margaret over the phone. I scheduled my appointment to meet with her in early April 2014. After meeting and speaking with her, we knew this venue was the place. The view was spectacular even though it was still in the dead of winter (long winter 2014). We saw the potential of having our wedding here. The only drawback for us was the distance. We lived nowhere near Poughkeepsie and neither did most of our guests. After much thinking, we went with our gut and booked our date. I did not have a wedding planner. I was my own wedding planner and at first, I felt a bit overwhelmed. Margaret is great to work with. I had so many questions during the process but she was able to answer them all each time I sent her an email. She made it so easy and simple for me. On the day of our wedding, we could not have been more pleased with the outcome. It was everything we expected and more! The weather on the other hand was not behaving 100% for us. It was cloudy and misty all morning. We really wanted our ceremony to be outdoor. Michael who was our maitre D wanted that for us too. We had 30 minutes prior to our start time to decide and we went with outdoor but then it started coming down a bit more 15 minutes before start time. We asked Michael if it was too late to move it back in and he said "Not a problem. We'll get it done right away". He was so quick and professional about it. He is absolutely the best and we could not have been more happy to have him as our maitre D that day. He is such a sweet and caring man. Sally was my bridal attendant. She was so sweet, calm, and caring. She went everywhere I went. She took care of me and made sure my train was bustled and when it fell again and again, she would fix it and then later suggested putting a safety pin to hold it. She even went out in the rain with me so I can get some portraits done. We were out there for a good 40 minutes and she stood patiently waiting for us. Not only did she take care of me, she took care of my entire bridal party! Everyone at The Grandview went far and beyond for us to make our day THE BEST DAY EVER! We still get compliments from our guests about how great the food and the service was! It was top notch! A BIG THANK YOU TO MARGARET, MICHAEL, SALLY, AND THE ENTIRE STAFF AT THE GRANDVIEW! read more

I had my wedding at The Grandview in the ballroom on May 8 and let me tell you - these people know how to run a venue! If i could give this 10 stars I would - 5 is not enough! From beginning to end, the team at The Grandview was organized, responsive, timely, friendly and accommodating. Our engagement was 1.5 years long and my fiancé, family and I spent a ton of time on our own planning and building many details - I'm talking designed menus, bar signs, custom built centerpieces, a special cake stand, etc. As you can imagine, I had many questions along the way, but I was always met with a pleasant voice over the phone or timely and accommodating email from Melissa or Mike. I never once felt stressed and I always felt like they would do whatever it took to make sure our wedding day was just as we had always imagined. We requested Mike Post as our coordinator because I absolutely loved his energy, excitement and attention to detail. He just gets me! Leading up to the wedding I felt confident and happy with everything - the food, the Grandview team, the ballroom. The big day arrived and Mike's huge smile and hug was so appreciated! It's so nice to be around people who are passionate about what they do and just genuinely happy for the big day. It makes all the difference in the world and made me even more excited. I met Vanessa, our head server, and quickly realized that she and Mike had set everything up PERFECTLY. And when I say perfectly, I mean P-E-R-F-E-C-T-L-Y! I am very type A, a perfectionist, I'm an Art Director for a living. That means I had a vision 1.5 years ago when I started designing everything, and I had a massive expectation...... The place looked exactly as I had intended! After the ceremony, everyone during cocktail hour told me that this was the most organized wedding they'd ever been to! Not to mention that the view on the water was amazing with the perfect weather we had, and the food was phenomenal! Before we were announced into our reception, Mike prepared trays of appetizers for us in the bridal suite so my husband and I could spend some time together and eat some food before the party began. Both him and Vanessa were very attentive to us the entire evening. The night went on perfectly, and when the bridge lit up it was truly gorgeous. I should also mention that there was one other wedding going on in the outdoor ballroom and I never once realized it or saw anyone from that event. The Grandview does an excellent job of providing two gorgeous options that are equally private so you feel like you're the only wedding there. Thank you to The Grandview's Melissa, Mike and Vanessa for everything. It was the best day ever! read more

When my husband and I were looking at places to have our reception we, just like everyone else, were looking for the best deal. Well, we got it!!!! After visiting a few places we had finally decided on one. That night we called our DJ who happened to be a close friend and told him. He suggested we continue looking and highly recommended The Grandview. I immediately went on their website and from the looks of it I thought it was going to be a fortune but I was wrong. The following day we went there and met with Mike Post who was an amazing maître d'. He went over all they had to offer and then came the questions about price and surprisingly enough they gave more for the same prices of other venues and they had an amazing view of the Hudson River and the Mid-Hudson Bridge. Other places only had a view or a parking lot. As most brides do, I had questions and each time I received an answer right away. After we booked they invited us to a tasting and the food was nothing you could ever imagine, every bite was filled with flavor and presented with class. When it was time to make decisions about the menu and drop things off I received a call and we met that weekend. My husband and I walked out knowing our wedding was going to be seamless. Finally the day had arrived and it was like a dream come true. My entire wedding party, parents, and guests were treated like royalty. Each time they left their tables their napkins were replaced, their drinks were filled and as for my husband and me we didn't have to lift a finger before, during, or after. They set everything up and packed my in-laws car. The cake was baked on premise and I can't tell you how beautiful it was you wouldn't believe me, you would have to see it and it tasted like heaven!!! After the wedding we received compliments from all of our guests about the entire wedding. Thank you to the entire staff especial Mike and Caitlyn, we will be forever grateful!!! read more

I cannot express how happy I am with this venue... everything from the food to the service to the little details during the planning process was absolutely extraordinary! I had the pleasure of working with Melissa as our coordinator at the Grandview along with Mike, one of the head maitre d's and Kasey, their phenomenal baker! Melissa was patient and kind with me, responding quickly to my incessant emails and always having a smile on her face. She made me feel like every single detail mattered to her and she wanted to know EVERYTHING! Kasey was amazing. She created a groom's cake that looked exactly like a replica of my husband's car that he gave up recently! The cake's themselves were delicious and light but full of flavor! We had amazing reviews from guests who usually hate wedding cakes! We chose an amaretto pound cake with a strawberry mousse along with a chocolate and bailey's mousse flavorings for both cakes. The service was wonderful! Again, the guests raved about how they never had to ask for anything and everything was taken care of. Our head waitress met us within 5 minutes of us arriving in our limo after the ceremony! She came with a basket of ice cold waters and was 5 steps behind me at all times! I mentioned in passing that my legs felt like they were being rung out with the amount of sweat running down them and within seconds she was there with an ice cold wet towel and a dry towel for me. The food was another thing.... we could not get enough compliments. First off, every guest told us how full they were just from cocktail hour and that they had NEVER seen this much food at a wedding! Then the raves came in about the quality of food during cocktail hour! Lastly, my husband had a bunch of people asking whether they had missed something in the rsvp because they didn't pick out anything on the rsvp for dinner... we had to explain that everything was cooked to order here and you got to choose what you wanted THAT day. We had a choice of 4!!! entrees. One meat, one chicken, one seafood and one vegetarian! We ordered our steaks medium rare and had a few of the bridal party ask around if other guests steaks were cooked well and everyone said that everything came out perfect. The chicken had the bone in it and stuffed with spinach and was SO juicy! The mushroom risotto was TO DIE FOR! The views of course were amazing with the Mid Hudson Bridge in the background. Our reception took place in the tented ballroom and it was breathtaking. I could not have been happier with the outcome. Every detail was taken care of, I didnt need to worry about a thing. I would think something and start saying it and it would be taken care of in seconds. I never had to even ask for a drink, there was just a fresh one at my place even before the one I was drinking was finished! Choose the Grandview!!!!! read more

It was as good as it gets. The location, the staff, the food were all great. My daughter was married there this past weekend and one could not ask for a better event. They delivered. My guests came from around the world and all comments were extremely positive. Staff were very attentive, I could go on and on, but simply put you are in good hands if you decide to cater an affair at the Grandview. read more

I was in a wedding party a couple of weeks ago and the wedding was held here. I really liked it. We spent the day getting ready in the bridal suite, which is somewhat small, but has everything you need. Two weddings at a time can be held - one inside and one outside, with each bridal party having their own suite. I was not a fan of the two-weddings-at-the-same-time-thing, but everything went so smoothly at the Grandview that I may reconsider my stance on that. The staff was friendly and helpful, the food was good, and you can't beat the view. If I were looking to get married in the Poughkeepsie area, I would definitely consider the Grandview as the venue. read more

Thank you for hosting the LGBTQ Gala, you were amazing hosts. Bartenders were so kind. They even offered vegan cheese which was an amazing surprise for me. I was very impressed!! read more

Unbelievable place. I came here to celebrate a friends wedding and what an exquisite place it is. Located with an amazing view of the Hudson river, bridge front and harbor can be breath taking for all those looking for the memorable photo ops. The interior decour very rustic very classy. The food was some of the best if not best catering food to date I have gone to. Cocktail hour excellent main course the same. As all wedding have different food preferences I understand reviews can be slightly different. The cocktail hour provided to use was more Mediterranean/Greek style with many pasta and veggie varieties as well as anti pastas. The main courses steaks very lean, chicken cutlets, or stuffed shrimp with crab meat to die for. Would recommend to anyone looking to celebrate a wonderful day. read more

My husband and I were married at the Grandview in October of 2012 and it was the best decision we made in the planning process. We worked with Mike and he was wonderful. From planning, to the ceremony, and the reception everything was flawless. I work in the industry and I can absolutely attest that this is a 5 star venue with 5 star service. The food, the views, the staff AMAZING!! I highly recommend this venue. read more

Mediocre food with a nice view. Employees are great and respectful. General Manager however, is rude to guests and employees.

(04/28/2012) Beautiful place overlooking the Hudson River in the valley to have a wedding. I was a visitor out-of-town, first time in the area. The view at sunset over the river with the Mid-Hudson Bridge in the background was just stunning. The Grandview is your standard, made-for-events kind of place. The service was abuzz, if amateurish (think high schoolers in tuxes too big for them); bartenders were on the ball. The quality of the food was very high, and flavors were bolder than your usual mass event fare (I might chalk this up to the choices made by the bride and groom, but what they selected exceeded expectations from a banquet hall). The signature drink for the cocktail hour was the Beehive (I believe, Citron, honey and simple syrup), was refreshing, yet potent. For nosh at cocktail hour there was a beautiful mountain of Italian antipasti, a great variety of aged and soft cheeses of different milks, marinated vegetables (olives, artichokes, roasted peppers, cippolini onions), really amazing variety of cured meats (prosciutto, soppresata, capicolo). Passed hors d'ouvres were hit or miss: best ones we had were the Brie and Pecan Tarlets with Raspberry Coulis drizzle (cheesy, sweet, nutty, could've been crisper); Seared Beef Tenderloin on a Rosemary Garlic Crouton with Horseradish Crème (tender, flavorful beef with just enough nose-burning horseradish kick); and Vietnamese Chicken Lettuce Wrap with Spicy Lime Dipping Sauce (difficult to eat, but very spicy-tart with chilis, lime juice, and some sweetness from Hoisin). Less successful were the Nori Maki Rolls with Wasabi Soy Dipping Sauce (a basic vegetable sushi roll with cucumber and carrot, strange addition of dried parsley to the rice and overly dressed with vinegar); and Seasonal Fresh Fruit Skewers with Minted Yogurt Dip (it's April in New York State, melons are not in season, really). The plated dinner also did exceed expectations. A rib-eye steak ordered medium-rare came out at exaclty that, was very well-seared and seasoned with crushed black peppercorns, perfect. The app was the only misstep, Herbed Crepe Stuffed with a Brandied Wild Mushroom Ragout (pasty bechamel, dried mushrooms not quite yet reconstituted), but the steak made up for it. The Traditional Caesar Salad was fine (romaine was crisp, dressing a little bland but garlicky), did not skimp on the shaved Parmesan. The cake was beautiful and, well, tasted like cake (light buttercream, moist enough, fine-crumbed, dual combo of chocolate and raspberry, and vanilla and lemon). Weddings are momentous occasions, hard to harp on the details when there so much happiness to go around. From a guest's perspective, The Grandview seems like a perfectly fine place to help you celebrate your day. read more

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This is a beautiful place for a wedding, but it is way overrated. We arrived for a wedding and were ushered into an outdoor tent without an open bar or even a nod from a worker. I've never been to an event where you weren't given a drink upon arrival, even a cash bar. Something! We then sat through an outdoor ceremony in the rain. The weather was iffy, so it's hard to imagine they wouldn't have a plan B for an indoor venue. We returned to the tent for the cocktail hour, which was absolutely unimpressive. There were minimal selections, with the standout being the shrimp, but even that becomes boring after a while. The few hors d'oeuvres weren't served until near the end of the cocktail hour. The ballroom for the dinner was beautiful, but that couldn't make up for the lackluster food that was served lukewarm. Very disappointing. The dessert table looked beautiful, but again there were minimal selections, and everything looked better than it tasted. Even though the specific menu for any event is determined by the hosts, I couldn't help but check out the website the next day, and I recognized the package my hosts selected. It really wasn't as nice as it was described. I would never recommend this place. read more

After looking for the perfect venue for my wedding, we chose the Grandview based on location, views, and overall budget/price. We are SO happy that we made that choice. We got married in the middle of October and were lucky enough to have a perfect fall day and even had our ceremony outside - which was stunning. Being from Poughkeepsie myself, I take for granted how beautiful the Hudson Valley is but our guests from all over the country (California, Florida, Texas and as far away as Sweden) were beyond impressed. Just as impressive as the scenery was the service. I can not tell you how attentive and professional everyone was - but not intrusive which was the perfect balance. We heard from countless guests how accomodating and just plain NICE all the staff were to our guests. Seriously, they seemed to be having a great time at my wedding too (while still being professional) which fit the feel we wanted - an intimate wedding where everyone was happy and having fun. I also live in NYC so was planning my wedding from a bit of a distance. I worked with Lindsay who made everything so simple and easy. I trusted her from the very beginning and knew my wedding would run smoothly and as far as I knew, it was perfect! Again, I almost over looked the Grandview as a location spot but I am so glad that I ended up having my ceremony and wedding there. It was the perfect mix of outdoorsy, casual and classic that I had wanted. I will be forever grateful. read more

Highly recommend The Grandview for a wedding reception. The wedding was held outdoors on a beautiful June evening w/ an amazing background of the Hudson River and bridge. The guests raved about the views! Fabulous photo ops. After the sumptuous cocktail hour w/ ample seating indoors and outdoors, the reception was held in the ballroom. Victor and Vanessa saw to every detail often inquiring of the MOB if anything was needed, how could they be of assistance. All the staff were excellent, skilled servers. Margaret was most attentive to the bride and groom and MOB prior w/ prompt, patient communication even on her day off! The Bonura family is the model of perfected hospitality. Joe Bonura answered questions as well as facilitated requests. The bridal suite was comfortable, the refreshments (Pamper Package) prior to the ceremony adjacent to the bridal suite were yummy. Definitely recommend the Viennese dessert package as it will WOW your guests w/ the theatre presentation plus vast assortment of sweets. To enhance the overall experience, the chocolate milk and warm chocolate chip cookies w/ the coffee station are a fabulous way to say goodnight. Flavored waters are always available in the vestibule. Flowers abound everywhere; the greeting staff is friendly and helpful. Complimentary shuttle service between the Poughkeepsie Grand and Holiday Inn Express was an added benefit. Highly recommend The Grandview wedding experience for a lifetime of warm memories. read more

We just had an evening wedding at the Grandview. All of the people who worked with us or served us, were absolutely magnificent! The food was exceptional. The ball room was beautiful and comfortable. Even the bathrooms were lovely! The only complaint we had was that for the actual ceremony, which was outside, after dusk, there was NOT adequate lighting. Our photographer had a spot light so we could see the bride and groom, however, we could not see the bridal party or each other!! Why provide a lovely outdoor space but no lighting? read more

Great spot in nice weather. Double check the weather before going. Hudson River is beautiful.

First off, I should have written this review a long while ago. We were married on June 10, 2011. That being said, everything about my wedding day was absolutely perfect. The staff went above and beyond my expectations and took care of everything. The food was delicious. Many of our guests said it was the best food they've ever had at a wedding. Our guests were especially pleased with the cocktail hour. We were married in the outdoor ballroom (tent) and they set everything up perfectly. The service was amazing. My wine was poured before I even had the chance to do it myself. Vanessa was assigned to my husband and I for the day and she did an exceptional job. I couldn't have had a better day or better experience. Thank you to all of the staff at The Grandview for making our special day even more amazing than I had ever dreamed it would be!!!! read more

I just attended my nephew's wedding there & it was a top notch event.The staff was extremely friendly & attentive from the coat check to the servers at the cocktail hour & all of the servers at the reception. The food & variety of it was excellent. Even the bartenders made delish drinks, also a big variety there. From the beautiful presentations of food & flowers to the lovely Christmas decorations, It put all of us in a terrifically wonderful mood. I have already recommended this venue to friends at work who have been thinking of wedding choices or events. Thanks Grandview Oh, & the views of the Hudson were just another added bonus! Clean restrooms, lovely decor, great food & drinks. Kudos to all. read more

Can't even begin to express how impressed I was with the Grandview every step of the way. Margaret, who helped us plan every detail up to the day of our wedding, was so on top of her game and responded to every e-mail within minutes. On the day of the wedding, every tiny detail was perfect. In fact, they exceeded our expectations! I had my own personal wedding attendant who was so sweet and attentive and catered to my every need, and my husband had the Maitre D' doing the same. We also had a dedicated wedding suite we could escape to with a private bathroom (you can't truly appreciate that until you have to go in a wedding gown!) and they also kept it stocked with appetizers and bubbly! My parents were also taken special care of. These guys run a tight ship; they know what they are doing. My reception was in the outdoor ballroom, and it was a stunningly beautiful night. I can't thank them enough for giving us a perfect reception that all my guests are still raving about!!! We had a ball! read more

We could not say enough good things about the Grandview!! From our first visit, to the end of the wedding day, we were consistently blown away by the level of service, care, delicious food, absolutely gorgeous setting, and did we say delicious food? We spent countless hours and miles in our car searching for the perfect wedding venue option. The moment we walked in, our jaws dropped and excitement set in. We were planning a wedding from out of state, and they helped us through the process. They coach you through each step, providing clear instructions and helpful lists, giving you an idea of what the day looks like, what is expected from you, and what they are doing as well. The wedding couple gets treated like royalty for a day, with someone always caring for you, helping you, filling your drink, making sure you have food, helping with timing of when to walk down the aisle, I mean everything. It takes the stress of the wedding day out - and you can simply enjoy the best day of your life. They make it more than just a hired venue and service. They take the time, care, and attention to not just meet the expectations, but make sure you are happy. On a day filled with emotion, weight, and importance in your life, they get that. We were in disbelief with the food. The options and stations and ideas are fun, creative, classy, and sure to be a WOW factor to your guests. We had a GORGEOUS cake done for us, and it matched perfectly to the photo inspiration we provided. The scenery and setting, is unbeatable. It is also cost effective for what you get. We created so many pricing, pros and cons lists, but Grandview was the best. Lastly, we would like to thank all staff, from the bottom of our hearts, for all the hard work that was put in to make our day what it was. It wouldn't have been the same anywhere else. We could not tell you how many of our guests said it was the best wedding they ever attended in their life. Here's to many more happy couples being married there!!! read more

Just finished having my daughter's wedding at the Grandview. I can not say enough wonderful things about the facility. The food was fabulous! The staff was incredible! The guest raved about the food and service which was magnificent but more important as the mother of the bride I can tell you that Brent ( the sales manager ) made our experience completely free of stress. His expertise made the process seamless. I can honestly say it was a pleasure to pay the bill. Everything was perfect! I highly recommend this facility! read more

I see I am not the only one that had a horrible experience for Thanksgiving buffet 11/24/16. Four of us got sick - two with projectile vomiting and all with diarrhea - haven't spoke with everyone in party yet so good chance there is more. It's been going down hill every year and finally I think this will convinced my wife its not worth the ease of sitting a huge party. read more

What an amazing event! The Grandview hosted our wedding on May 7, 2016. We hear from our guests how organized and amazing the service was. The staff went above and beyond to ensure the wedding went well. During the ceremony, there was a slight drizzle. Staff members were outside wiping down chairs every couple of minutes to ensure our guests had dry seats to sit on. I kept hearing about brides and grooms not having time to eat during their wedding. This definitely applies. However, Caitlin and Victor ensured we had the opportunity to eat. They created a spread of all of the items in the coktail hour in the bridal suite for us and were on their toes ready to get us anything we needed. They offered to heat up our food, get us drinks, I mean this was the most amazing service I had ever received. The whole entire wedding was beautiful and we could not have done it without the help of the Grandview. We hear from our guests this was the best wedding they had ever been to. Thank you Grandview!!! Love Lauren and Jon Olmo read more

Just had our wedding there in the ballroom! Melissa and Margaret were great and very accommodating from start to finish! Could not be any happier with Victor and his staff the day of our wedding! Food was phenomenal as well!! read more

My husband and I were married here this past Sunday. I was very stressed about having to plan a wedding from out of state originally. The staff at the Grandview was outstanding! They go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. I would highly recommend them! Food was great, service was amazing, and the entire staff is sooooo sweet! My wedding was everything I could have ever imagined and even more! read more

Well I had been here to 2 prior events (neither of which was a wedding) and thought that everything was good from the decorating to the food. Not so sure this year. The food was a buffet and I had a few things here and there and went home early because of the weather. I got home and about 40 minutes after I got home I started to feel sick. I spent most of the night over the toilet and found out the next day that someone else that had been at this same party never made it to the bathroom and was violently sick. I decided at that point that I needed to call the restaurant and speak to the manager. He confirmed the other person being sick and I told him of my issue. He took my name (only first name) and my phone number and stated that he would get back to me. This is Sunday and I haven't heard from this manager and the reasoning behind him asking for my name and phone number. I can tell you that I was a little gun shy about eating anything the next day and fell gross most of that day as well. Not sure if I will go again next year if my company has a choice to that location. read more

went to a wedding the other night, view was great, thats about it,steak was dry and chewy, drinks were light also, ordered expresso never got it, not impressed at all. read more

My husband and I had our wedding reception at the The Grandview on May 3 and could not have asked for a more perfect day. Our reception was in the outdoor ballroom and it was beautiful. We had the amazing view of the water and the Mid Hudson bridge (which lights up at night) and an amazing sunset. Being able to go outside or sit inside under the tent provided a relaxed feel for our formal event. Our guests could not stop talking about the food, especially the cocktail hour, and the wonderful service. Our maitre d, Victor, and our assistant, Sally, were unbelievable. They were on top of everything and just helped keep me calm during such an overwhelming day. In addition to the day itself being perfect, the planning leading up to our wedding could not have been easier. Melissa was always there to answer our questions and was there for us every step of the way. The Grandview was everything that we wanted for our special day and more. Our friends and family are still raving about what a beautiful wedding we had. It is without any reservations that we would reccommend The Grandview to anyone for their wedding reception or any formal event. read more

After having our wedding at the grandview this past Saturday, we could be any more pleased with how perfect it was. Vanessa and Victor were phenomenal throughout the night, food was fantastic and everything was beautiful! We had a cocktail reception which all of our guests raved about. The staff and service was excellent at maintaining the food, one of the servers Jake even drew a map for our guests so they didn't miss out on any food. The service throughout the night was on point, no one had to wait for drinks. Victor and Vanessa made sure the bridal suite and sweetheart table were full of food so myself and the groom were able to eat during the course of the night. We had a minor issue right before being introduced when the groom stepped on and ripped a part of my bustle, but Vanessa was there within seconds pinning up my dress for me! Our special day was perfect and the Grandview was so accommodating and prepared with everything to add to the perfection. We would highly recommend the Grandview for any future events! read more

we couldn't have been more pleased. the food the service the drinks the after-party, did i mention the service? pretty damn amazing not just for Poughkeepsie but as far as weddings go.... Joe Bonura knows how to throw an amazing party! 10 stars! read more