Above

Alessandra was the best to have on my wedding day. She was extremely professional and helpful. She communicated every step of the way throughout the whole process. No ask was too much for her and she assured we were happy and stress free throughout the whole planning process

We had an amazing wedding at Above this past Friday. The venue was absolutely beautiful, the views were amazing, the staff was extremely professional and helpful, and our special day was exactly what we wanted. Jen was my bridal attendant and I cannot say enough good things about her. She is absolutely amazing! She took care of everything and somehow anticipated what I wanted or needed before I even knew myself. She’s kind and helpful and I’m so appreciative of her. Tom was our Maitre D and he was also extremely attentive and kind. Between Jen and Tom, they made sure everything went perfectly and smoothly. We couldn’t have done this without them. I also want to thank Lory for making sure that our wedding went off without a hitch. She even called my florist when my bouquet started to fall apart, and had them come back to the venue to fix the bouquet before the ceremony. Everyone was wonderful and I would recommend this venue to anyone looking for a beautiful place with amazing staff to have your wedding.

It’s hard to even summarize how perfect working with Above was. A special shout out to Alessandra, Jackie and Tom and everyone else who helped behind the scenes to coordinate our perfect wedding day. They rolled with every punch we threw their way and ultimately made things as stress free as you can get with a wedding. The all-inclusiveness of the Above package was seriously the best way to go for my high-strung self. Every little thing was taken care of, even down to the cake. The actual venue itself is gorgeous, balcony views stunning and we were blessed with perfect weather. We even had our ceremony outdoors at the Trellis which looked like something out of a fairy tale! 1000 out of 1000 would recommend <3

The person who tried to help me was not helpful at all and was actually rude!! Prices are super high !! Avoid at all costs

The name Above really describes the venue and staff - this place was Above and beyond our expectations! My husband, Justin, and I had a summer wedding at the Above Rooftop. It was so magical!! The food was exceptional and plentiful, the views of NYC were amazing, and the vibes were exactly what we wanted for our big day. From start to finish, our event coordinator, Lory, was our saving grace and guiding light. She was so helpful with meeting all of our requests and her suggestions. All of the staff, including the bridal attendant, Jackie, and Maitre De, Tom, were so lovely to work with. If I wasn't deadset on being with my husband for the rest of my life, I'd have another wedding there again. Will be going back to have all of our other events in the future. Highly recommend this venue!

We recently had our beautiful wedding at the Above Rooftop and could not have been happier with everything!! Our special day was perfect and we owe it to our wonderful event planner, Alessandra. She was extremely helpful and attentive to all of our requests. We really appreciated her advices and willingness to accommodate. It was so nice to work with her as she always had a super positive and friendly attitude while keeping it professional. She truly made a big difference in our wedding planning experience. Additionally, the venue was absolutely gorgeous. We loved the modern design and chic atmosphere. It really stood out when we were hunting for venues and we’re so glad with our decision. Our guests were super impressed by the venue and the food as well. We received so many compliments on the delicious food and variety. Overall, the service was amazing. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding. Thank you so much, Above! Best, Jack and Jessica

Above is one of the most chic and elegant venues you can find! My husband and I got married there this September and it was an absolute dream! The venue is classy, timeless, has AMAZING food, and is very convenient when half of your wedding guests are coming from out of town as it is located in a hotel. We saw the venue, immediately fell in love, and looked no further. Working with our event planner Jennifer Finch was nothing short of amazing. She is extremely skilled at her craft, providing warm hospitality, understanding, professionalism, and efficiency. Jennifer helped enormously as we navigated the overwhelming process of planning a wedding. I cannot tell you how many people have reached out and mentioned how magnificent the cocktail hour was. Not only was the cocktail hour rooftop exquisite, the quality AND quantity of food are outrageous, truly setting the tone for the night. Upon entering the ballroom, it was romantic and dreamy. Dinner was excellent. Our guests chose from three distinct and delicious entrees and the cake provided by Sweet Sweet Sue's was out of this world. Additional desserts were also at the table and being served by the wait staff. The food was truly incredible from start to finish. Thanks to our amazing DJ, the party did not stop all night. It was a FULL night of dancing, which is exactly what we wanted. The venue, along with all of their staff and our incredible vendors, truly helped make our wedding vision become a reality and we could not recommend it more!

Our dream wedding. Truly the best team at Above gave my husband and I an unbelievable night to begin our chapter as newly weds. Our friends and families couldn’t stop complimenting the beautiful venue. Though it rained the day of, we personally thought our ceremony looked even more beautiful and elegant in the ballroom. Special thanks to Alessandra: from start to finish she was concise, responsive, and carefully coordinated everything we wanted and more. We also had the most amazing bridal attendant, Jennifer. She took such great care of us, we never felt hungry or lost. Whatever we needed, she got us. Thank you, Above!

The most magical night ever! The Above wedding venue was everything and more for our wedding. Alessandra, Jackie & Tom (planner, bridal attendant, & maitre’d) were beyond supportive, caring and perfect! From beginning to end, there was nothing wrong with our big event and the atmosphere was beautiful!!! Family & friends could not stop raving about how cocktail hour was so delicious and how dinner was beyond scrumptious! Dessert was the cherry on top with the table-side treats and assorted cookies! We felt so valuable and loved by the wonderful staff at Above!!! I would recommend this place a 1000 out of 10! :) Thank you for the most perfect night of our lives! ❤️

We had our wedding on April 15, 2023 and our experience at Above was nothing but amazing. Our event planner Alessandra was always responsive with all of our questions whenever we had them and did everything to accommodate us and help us plan a perfect wedding. The venue space was beautiful and even though we needed to have our ceremony in the ballroom due to the weather it was fully transformed by the time our reception came along. Our guests keep raving about cocktail hour and the food and thought everything looked so beautiful!! We truly had an amazing experience and will forever look back on our wedding day with beautiful memories. Our maitre’d Tom was wonderful and my bridal attendant Jackie never left my side and was so helpful with coordinating our day. Would highly recommend this venue especially if you are looking for an all inclusive one - ceremony space, reception, and hotel all in one place. The owners of the venue, the Nicotras, even visited us during our rehearsal dinner and our wedding to make sure everything was going well and wish us the best and congratulated us. Truly felt taken care of - the entire staff was wonderful.

My husband and I had our cocktail reception at Above this past Friday and it was nothing short of amazing!!!! We had the absolute best time as well as all of our guests! Everyone is still talking about it. It was an all around great time. The food was perfect, the music, the atmosphere - AMAZING. Jennifer was absolutely amazing to work with since we started planning in 2020. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was on point for us the day of the wedding. I highly recommend Above for your next event and promise you’ll be in great hands with Jennifer. She’s knowledgeable and personable! You will not be disappointed. Thank you Jennifer for helping us plan our perfect reception!

My Wife and I got married at ABOVE November 2022! We could not have asked for anything better!! First we would like to personally from the bottom of our hearts thank Jennifer Finch for everything she has done, and literally going ABOVE and beyond, now we know why the venue is called Above!! The attention to detail for the event and how you made our vision literally come to life was absolutely mesmerizing , from the staff, waiters, bridal attendant and maître D- were so coordinated and precise with everything, you made our dream wedding come to life!!!, We still have no words but just utter perfection on every single aspect!!!! If you are looking for your dream wedding please look no further, Jenn will make every single vision come to life, and it was such an absolute pleasure to work with!

My husband and I had our wedding at Above and I truly cannot say enough good things about our experience. First off, Jennifer was truly fantastic. She kept me organized and on track with wedding planning, was always readily available to answer any questions I had during planning and was so helpful in all of her advice she offered. The day of the wedding our bridal attendant Jenn and maitre'd Tom were both an absolute pleasure. They went above and beyond to make sure all our needs were met. The venue was stunning, food incredible, and all of our guests had a fantastic time. Added bonus of the hotel rooms so no one had to drive home. It was such an amazing wedding venue, zero regrets whatsoever!

My husband and I got married at Above in September 2022. I cannot say enough good things about this venue and the people working in it! First, I’ll start off with Jennifer. Jennifer was THE BEST- any question or worry I had, she was on top of it. She really knows EVERYTHING - from recommending vendors to the smallest day of details. She brought up and organized things that I didn’t even think about. Jennifer really made our day go smoothly. Without her, I am not sure how I would have gotten through it! As for the venue it self, it is absolutely STUNNING all by itself. The staff was amazing. The open bar was great. We opted for another food vendor, Orange Grill, which Above exclusively works with and it was everything we wanted. Another plus is that you and your guests can book rooms in the hotel which made everything SO much easier. The bridal sweet is extremely spacious and has everything you need to get ready. I am so happy we went with Above. Absolutely zero regrets.

My now husband and I were together for 11 years prior to our wedding day. We were 18 when we started dating and spoke about the potential of this day many times. We always knew we wanted a modern-esk cocktail style party, as we felt we did not want to stop dancing to eat. When we got engaged we mentioned this idea to a few people and they all recommended Above. When we visited above for the first time, the elevator doors opened up, our jaws fell to the floor and we instantly knew this was the place we wanted to celebrate our long awaited wedding. Jenn (our wedding planner) was INCREDIBLE. She assisted us with our vision and the many questions to help execute the wedding of our dreams. Jackie (my bridal attendant) and Tom (our Maitre d') were the most "on top of it" people I could have asked for, so sweet, professional and amazing in every sense of the word! Every aspect of the day was exactly what we envisioned and more. That night friends and family were telling us this was the best wedding they have ever been to. 10/10 in every aspect.

Where do I start! The Above Staten Island made my wedding day so exceptional that I will have a lifetime of memories. Coming from Westchester County, where several venues are a possibility, Above just spoke to me! At the Above, Jennifer from Day #1 assisted me with my vision and my many questions to help execute a wedding that many are not used too. I wanted a Rooftop lounge vibe and they DELIVERED. Jackie, my bridal attendant, AMAZING! This woman did not skip a beat! She WORKED and this bride never wanted for anything! Anything and everything was HANDLED! ABOVE, is the perfect name because they will go ABOVE to make things right and happen!! The Maitre'd, Tom, a true gem! My dad had a specific request for food and Tom personally went to get his order filled! That meant so much to me. 🤗 The food was EVERYTHING! The Chef.... God Bless your talent! My guests are still talking about the food! Above should offer a couples night just so people can revisit the AMAZING food!! I can go on and on about my wedding! But I am truly grateful to have an amazing time at my wedding! #Team AbovesStatenIsland

Best venue!! As a Staten Island bride, I had my heart set on picking a venue in NJ. One night we ended up in the Hilton with my MIL & she said just go look at Above. The second my husband & I walked in, we knew it was the one! It was the first venue we saw & the last. The ambiance is like no other, it’s very modern & elegant. Our venue coordinator was Jenn Finch & boy was she amazing! My bridal assistance Jackie was incredible, anything I needed that night I didn’t even need to finish my sentence & she got it done. The food was out of this world, & I know everyone gets nervous because if you’ve never been to a place before you hope the food is good. Well I can 100% say I was not disappointed with our food. 1 month later & our guests still talk about the food. The Nicotras really have an awesome team for their weddings & I say at least once a week I want to re-live my wedding day because it was just AMAZING! Our guests still tell us that it was the best wedding they’ve been to. If you’re considering Above, just go see the venue & meet the wedding team. Once you do, I know you’ll love it just as much as we did!

WE HAD THE WEDDING OF OUR DREAMS AT ABOVE! Booking a venue in the middle of a pandemic could have been very stressful, but Jennifer walked us through the entire process!Our cocktail hour was filled with tons of different types of food! Our dinner options were delicious with large portions! The atmosphere at Above is incredible! BEST WEDDING EVER!

As someone who plans events for a living I can tell you that my standards are extremely high and obnoxiously critical. Jennifer Finch and the Above were perfection! From the first time that I walked the venue with Jennifer and I asked questions that I knew only a venue of a specific caliber would know; I knew this venue was up to the task. You also know that this venue is taken seriously because at every event the owners stop by and will jump in and support their staff. They came to my rehearsal dinner, to the cocktail hour, they were cleaning tables, and passing out food. Owners don't do that at most venues. The staff from top to bottom was a dream! I don't have one negative thing to stay and again this is what I do for a living. It was a huge deal for me to be a bride that day and not an event producer. I do not live or know anything about Staten Island but it is 100% worth going to. I highly highly recommend this venue and Jennifer! I don't have enough words for how beautiful and flawless they made our day! I owe them everything!

My husband and I had our wedding at Above this past June and I cannot recommend Above enough. From the first moment of contact to our wedding day, I had no problems at all. Jenn was the best! She answered all of our questions/emails promptly and kept us up to date on all of our wedding planning. The room is absolutely stunning and is so different from any other venue. We are still receiving compliments on how impressive the venue was! The cocktail hour food is delicious and there were over 10 pages of options to choose from! The options also included pizza and strombolis which were a hit. Above was extremely accommodating in every step of the way- Jenn always found a way to fit our needs! She also reached out to many vendors herself to get the necessary paperwork for the venue. On my wedding day I had an unforeseen disaster with my seating chart and was unable to use it (the seating chart was done by an unreliable outside vendor NOT associated with Above). Jenn and the whole event staff went above and beyond to HAND SEAT each guest from my guest list. They kept me calm and were able to move all my guests from the cocktail hour to their assigned seats within 10 minutes. This kind of service is something you absolutely need in your wedding venue. I cannot thank the staff of Above enough for going above and beyond to make our wedding the best day ever.

As our one year anniversary comes up I am happy to reflect on our special day. Sue V. helped us from the moment we stepped in to book Above Ballroom to the moment they dragged my drunk butt into my suite after my amazing WEDDING RECEPTION!! Not everything went as planned due to the weather and unexpected events but I would not change a thing! Sue was beyond amazing and so was Jackie my Bridal Attendant!! They were kind and super helpful at all the confusing parts of being a Bride. People still talk about how beautiful and extravagant our wedding was and it is truly all thanks to the amazing Team at Above.

WOW! I fell in love with Above and the ballroom after our first visit there and knew that was where I wanted to have my wedding. I am from NJ and looked at over 20 venues and nothing hit the mark. I was looking for a modern venue, close to NY and city, high ceilings etc. The venue takes your breath away even before decorations. I loved the swarovski crystal ceilings, the insanely beautiful bar, the space for the cocktail area and well everything. Guests said the cocktail hour was the best they have ever been to and I was very happy with all the food from start to finish. We used a personal vendor for the cake, however Above will include if interested. Now on to the Staff. We worked with Sue V. from beginning to end and I could not have been more happy with her. She was so helpful from our initial meeting, to contract, to food tasting, in between up until our big day, the big day and on. Sue worked with me very closely, was super quick to respond via email and just made me feel confident and excited throughout the entire process. Thank you Sue! Our maitre'd and bridal attendant were equally fabulous and I have only amazing things to say about everyone. If you are looking for a sleek/breathtaking/modern venue I think you will be very happy with Above and their team. The owners came out to introduce themselves to us and it was a very nice touch during the cocktail hour. Thank you everyone at Above for a stunning day.

We were married at Above this past September. We wanted a smaller wedding so we did a cocktail reception at Above, on the rooftop. From our on site ceremony to the breakfast the next morning, everything was perfect. The food was great. Our guests raved about a cocktail reception. Still do this day. Everyone LOVED the idea of a more loungy atmosphere with food all night rather than a traditional sit down dinner. We worked with Sue Vaiana. To say she is the best is an understatement. She truly knows what she is doing and it shows. She enjoys what she does & actually cares, which says a lot. I loved planning my wedding with her. All the vendors they recommended were top notch as well. I want to redo this night over & over. Everything about having our wedding at Above was perfect!!!

This place was jaw dropping beautiful. It was the only place my husband and I went to see and it was the only place we wanted to see. Above Rooftop had the nicest staff. We were in great hands, especially with Sue Vaiana. She helped us with literally everything from booking the venue, booking our rooms for the night of and for our guests, picking our food for the reception, getting us connected with our flower vendor, tech and lighting vendor and taking care of us the day of. They delivered the whole package. I was so scared of experiencing that wedding planning nightmare that I hear so much about, but everything was flawless! We couldn’t have picked a better venue and staff to help us with our best day ever! We are forever grateful to Sue, the Nicotra’s and the whole Above Rooftop/Hilton staff!

What can I say that hasn't been said already, the food was amazing, the staff was top notch and our event planner, Sue Vaiana was fantastic!! She helped make our day one we will never forget. To this day, guests are still talking about what an amazing experience they had at our wedding!!

This past December my husband and I got married in Nicotras Ballroom, with our reception in Trevi Garden. It was an amazing weekend and Sue Vaiana was a wonderful coordinator. Every employee from the room maids on down to Jackie, my bridal attendant, was absolutely incredible. I would recommend ALL venues in The Hilton to anyone!

We just had our wedding here at The Above in October & it was absolutely perfect! Jen Finch was our wedding specialist & she made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. The food was excellent & we are still getting compliments on how beautiful everything looked & how amazing everything tasted !! I couldn’t be more happy with our decision on choosing above for our wedding venue.

My (then) fiancé and I knew there was no other tristate area choice for our wedding than Above Rooftop and Ballroom at The Hilton Garden Inn Staten Island. Mr. and Mrs. Nicotra have built a stunning reception venue that is housed on even more beautiful hotel grounds. If you're considering getting married on Staten Island, this is the clear choice. The team at HGI Staten Island are unmatched in their professionalism and customer service. And if Above isn't your style, I highly suggest considering one of the other venues they have for your wedding or event. We had our rehearsal dinner in the front lobby room and our post-wedding brunch in the team room. You'll never second guess your choice to become a part of the HGI Staten Island family. A colleague recently attended an event at The Pierre Hotel in Manhattan and commented to me that while the food there was good it didn't compare to the food at our wedding. I'm glad my husband and I got to thank the chef personally the day of our wedding. He was personally checking each salad and making finishing touches when we went upstairs for sunset pictures. Unreal! But not at Above. We worked with event coordinator, Jenn Finch. It was easy to get in contact with Jenn for our initial meeting and she was responsive throughout our entire planning process. At the rare times she was unavailable, we were supported by her colleague, Sue, who was wonderful. We had a few date options for our desired month of September 2018 when we booked in May 2017. We had a few hiccups with guests booking their rooms under the wedding rate. We addressed them with Jenn and they were taken care of to the best of the staff's ability. As a bride and groom, you have the responsibility for making sure things are going smoothly for your guests. At HGI Staten Island, having a coordinator as part of your wedding there is priceless. I suggest having your tasting and final meeting as early as possible. Above has incredible seasonal menus which may limit how early you can have your tasting. However, try to have the informational part of that meeting at least 5 months before. It ticks a lot of boxes and Jenn lays out every thing you'll need to do and the best way to do it. She and her team are experts of Above. Trust them. My husband got ready in the made-for-weddings bridal suite and I got ready at home before our church ceremony. I suggest hiring a day of coordinator to make the day go smoothly. You have a huge resource in your coordinator (Jenn) and bridal attendants (they're amazing!!) when you're on the grounds but having a professional day of coordinator to communicate with the HGI team and your vendors (photographer, band, florist) will make the focus for you and your family only enjoying the day. And day of coordinators typically work with you a few months before. That is the only thing I would change about my wedding day. You'll have endless opportunity to customize the space to make it your own. We chose hot pink lights behind the bar on the rooftop and arranged the furniture near the champagne bar in the ballroom to be more lounge-like. Above rooftop and ballroom make every other venue pale in comparison. It's the same stunning venue for each couple but never looks the same because of all the options you have. It's not cookie cutter and the quality doesn't waver! Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Nicotra, Jenn, and the entire staff at the Hilton Garden Inn for making our wedding one of the best days of our lives.

First off don't deal with Jennifer, she thinks she owns the place. VERY RUDE TO WEEDING PARTY AND GUESTS!!! The cocktail hour was nice, dinner meal horrible!! Most of us sent back our food, it was not what we asked for. Don't waste your time or money!!

We were absolutely amazed at the attention to detail we received at Above. I don’t know what we would have done without the special care we received from Sue, Jackie and Jeff. They are such a great team and made sure our wedding went exactly as planned. All of our family and friends told us what an amazing cocktail hour we had and the reception was the perfect setting for a magical night. The food was so delicious that we still talk about it. People always say that your wedding day goes by so fast, and it was very true. But we are so grateful to have had everyone from Above take such good care of us. I hope we get invited to wedding there soon so we could enjoy it as a guest!

Today marks our 1 Year Wedding Anniversary. Friday the 13th was certainly a Lucky day for my husband Matt & I! My husband & I celebrated our wedding at Above and we had the time of our lives! I will NEVER forget the day we first went to Above & met with Sue. She led us into the lobby where I was already smitten, then she took us to the rooftop: AMAZING! I felt my heart beat a bit faster as I was being swept off my feet by the ambiance of the location, the comfort I felt with Sue already and how I was already envisioning “our perfect day” to be held there. Just when I thought it couldn’t get any better, Sue took us to the ballroom. The elevator opened, I took a few steps out into the ballroom and just in that moment, had my breathe taken away! Tears came down my cheeks and my husband to be KNEW THIS WAS IT! Over the course of our planning, we were lucky to work with Sue, who no only secured our day and our vision, but she was was our friend and at times, our counselor/therapist! The staff was amazing! Our vendors were so excited for our wedding, as it was the first time for some to be at Above; they also were awaiting an event to be had there to expierence such an exquisite location! When my husband & I had our tasting with Sue, she introduced us to the chef who also customized a vegan option for several of our guests. Incredible! The portions are unforgettable. Cocktail hour had our guests speechless & they hadn’t even stepped foot into the real beauty yet the day of our wedding. I can say with 100% certainty that we made the very best decision having our celebration at Above. Right before cocktail hour was over on our wedding day, we were whisked I the ballroom to meet with Mr. & Mrs. Nicotra, the owners of the Nicotra Group (Above) what a lovely couple! To maintain that personal level with each couple is incredible & I thank them both for their hospitality & wish them continued success with their establishments! I still keep in contact with Sue & know I will continue to do so for the rest of my life. Above has set such a special place in the hearts of Matt & I, it was the night some new relationships began, some old relationships sadly did end, families merged, friends reunited and two people exchanged vows and promised to love and honor each other for their rest of their lives. 100 stars if possible! Love Above!

This venue is straight from a modern day fairytale. This September I had my ceremony & reception at Above and it was perfection! Jennifer Finch assisted me throughout the wedding process. There was no question left unanswered and no detail left unnoticed. I wish I could relive the day again.. no changes.

There is SOOO much I can say about The Above due to the sheer amazing experience I had. Jennifer Finch and her staff were AMAZING. My wedding day exceeded my BEST dream, the food was plentiful and delicious and the service was outstanding. I got married on Aug 2018 and my guest are still expressing how beautifully grown, sexy, and elegant their experience was. If you're looking for a Venue that is not your everyday norm, with the same elegance, I HIGHLY recommended Above!

No words can describe how amazing this venue was! The view was amazing, its been 2 months and we're still getting positive reviews for the food! We put a rustic twist on everything and it still matched the venue. So that just proves you can do anything! Also, with the hotel attached people could go straight to their rooms, and with the bar downstairs it made for a great after party. The wedding coordinator Sue was AMAZING! She really cares for her couples! She's with you every step of the way! I wish I could do my wedding all over again!! I highly recommend this venue! You won't regret it!

Ahhh, where to begin.. My husband and I recently celebrated our 1 year wedding anniversary!! Yay US =) Our wedding took place at Above on September 3rd, 2017 and it was beyong our wildest expectations. We had a fairytale wedding of our dreams with the help of the Above/Hilton staff members. Our wedding coordinator Sue was truly a godsend. She was so wonderful - helpful, attentive, knowledgeable and funny! Sue made our wedding dreams come true with her thoughful suggestions and feedback. She was so easily reachable via phone, email and in person. She walked us through everything and made sure that we were 10000% with all of our decisions. She worked with us every step of the way and we continue to stay in touch because we love her! We are absolutely certain that you will be in wonderful hands with her (& everyone who works at Above/Hilton). The service at Above and the Hilton was exceptional. Everyone there was so helpful, attentive and really made it about the bride and groom. Now for our venue, ABOVE IS STUNNING! It is modern, beautiful, clean and perfect! We loved everything.. from the outdoor ceremony space, to the cocktail hour space, to the reception space which was spectacular. The food, ohhh the food - we could not get enough of our cocktail hour food. We were not one of those couples that did not eat. We chowed down because we knew it would be amazing! (Sue had amazing suggestions for the menu and we trusted her 100%!!) We cannot stop raving and raging about Above and our experience there. We highly recommend Above Rooftop to everyone and know that you will love it just as much as we did!! =D

It started when we first visited the venue in September of 2017; my husband and I had just gotten engaged and were wracking our brains looking for venues. Above was the second place we visited and we were taken back by its beauty and size. Being as indecisive as we are, we decided to look at a few more places because we didn't want to make any decisions impulsively, but after every venue we visited we still would say, "Above is better." Finally, in October, we met with Jen Finch again and booked a date in July of 2018. From start to finish, Jennifer was beyond helpful and patient with us and the list of questions I would always have. She worked with us when it came to pricing and managing the other vendors so we would have nothing but a perfect day, and that is exactly what it was- absolutely perfect! We never saw the cocktail room or the ballroom decorated before our wedding, so the day of, our mouths (and the mouth of each and every guest) hit the floor. Everything went smoothly and, although my opinion about our wedding is biased, everything was beautiful. Our maitre d' and bridal attendant were very attentive and on point with everything we needed, before we knew we even needed it. The food was phenomenal, and not one person had a complaint (which is very hard to come by!). If we could do everything all over again, we'd come right back to Above!

June 30 2018 is one of my most memorable day. My husband and I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary at the ABOVE Hilton garden Inn Staten Island. The service, the food, the friendly and accommodating staffs, the ambiance, the bar, the presentation of the cocktail hour and the main dining were a rock star! Sue Vaiana, my wedding coordinator is the best. She makes you feel like you're the most important person in the world . She made sure that, that evening did not have any boring minute. The main dining room decor blew me away! The flowers , linens, towering cake, the amazing Lights display, the sunset view that got everyone in awe , and best of all the food were all A#1 perfecto. Every dish is to die for. From fish to steak to vegetarian . My wedding photos and video's were done by Infinity Photography.( Moe, Bernie, Vinny and Omar.) These guys would go out their way to get the best pictures and videos of you. I highly recommend them for their professionalism and high caliber work. Till today ,everyone still talk about my beautiful wedding at the ABOVE, Hilton Garden Inn Staten Island.

We got married this past May. The Nicotra’s, our wedding planner Sue, and all of the staff at Above did everything they possibly can to make our day perfect. The food was amazing, the views were spectacular, and I couldn’t have had a better time all around. Sue was always there to answer any questions I had, ease any nerves, and helped every step of the way. Everyone at the venue makes you feel like family! 5/5!!!

My husband and I absolutely loved this place - and the people who work there!! Sue, the event planner we worked with at Above, was simply the best. From our very first meeting she was kind, down to earth, organized, honest, and answered every question I had before our big day. She really made our experience at Above stress-free. Mr. And Mrs. Nicotra, the owners, were also incredibly kind. They even stop by at the weddings of their guests to say hello and check-in. The food was 10/10. We are STILL hearing from our guests how delicious everything was. If you are looking for a menu that is a step above that of a typical catering hall, consider Above. The food was definitely a highlight for us and our guests. The staff at the hotel and at Above were all so very kind, helpful, and professional. You could tell the employees there really take pride in what they do. Overall this place was a 10/10. There was not one thing that I thought could have been done better. I keep saying that I wish I could be a guest at a wedding there so I could enjoy it all over again!

We had our wedding this past April at Above and it was beyond perfect ! The place is absolutely beautiful. The food was amazing and the staff and service were amazing also. Planning with Sue Vaiana made it so easy as well. She was always available to answer any questions throughout the way. It was the perfect day and we couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate our wedding !

We had our magical wedding at Above on May 27,2018. We had the best experience ever. We were a little afraid because we ce from Queens, and we weren’t sure how people would feel about coming to Staten Island, but we are so glad we went with our instinct because it was just a 35 minute drive on the wedding day. No one had anything bad to say, the venue is gorgeous, there’s not ONE bad photo from my wedding day. My guest where at aw when they saw the place. Then the food! The food is on another level. I was extremely satisfied with everything that day, and we thank the staff for putting in 100% best day ever, for sure

My daughter and son-in-law were married at Above in June, 2018. Everything was great from the moment we checked into the hotel on Friday before the rehearsal dinner until we left after the breakfast on Sunday. The ceremony, cocktail hour and reception were fantastic. All attendees told me this was the best wedding they ever attended and they raved about the venue and the food. Jennifer Finch coordinated everything about the wedding and was always available from the first time we met until the wedding was complete. Jenn made sure everything went perfectly. In addition, the owner of the venue, Mr. and Mrs. Nicotra stopped in to the wedding to make sure everything was going as planned. I would highly recommend the Above for your event.

The first thing we did after getting engaged was look at venues, and felt very frustrated. Every venue seemed to be the same thing, a basic cocktail hour followed by an unimpressive ballroom that we have seen at most weddings. However, when we walked into Above we were blown away and knew this was where we wanted to have our reception. The cocktail hour lounge is huge and we love how there is both an indoor and outdoor space for guests to enjoy. After the cocktail hour we headed down to the gorgeous ballroom with crystal light fixtures and floor to ceiling windows. The staff had us time our wedding so that we would be able to have gorgeous sunset views during our first dance. Those pictures were to die for (tied with the CHAMPAGNE WALL!)! We also thought an underappreciated feature to the venue was the modern square tables, which we always preferred to the classic round. Besides the initial WOW factor that we got from the space alone we loved the food options. Above has such a unique and diverse menu for weddings. Our guests were raving about the food provided at cocktail hour. Not only was the food great but they provided a wide selection so no one was left disappointed or hungry. For the main course they also have a wide selection of options that you usually don't get at a wedding. Forget the standard options you usually have at a wedding. We were able to offer our guests red snapper, duck and pork as the dinner options. And they were very accommodating to any allergies that our guests had. The night ended with a unique twist on dessert. They had a lot of really cool dessert options that they can be eaten on the dance floor because they don't want the party to stop for people to eat. Some desserts included milk shake shooters, cake pops and so much more. The food was all around great. We ended the night renting out the cocktail space for an after party, and it was one of our best decisions. It was so nice to unwind with out guests, and enjoy the space again with a different vibe. Finally the staff at Above was great. We worked directly with Sue V. and she was very reliable and responsive with all of our questions and concerns. She guided us along throughout the process and made planning for the big day as easy as possible. All in all, Above was able to provide us with the classy but unique wedding that we were looking for with not only a lot of food but great quality. We could not have been happier.

My husband and I got married at Nicotra’s Ballroom July 16,2017. It was truly a dream come true! I had the pleasure of working with Jennifer Finch who went above and beyond for us. Everyone at the sales office was extremely professional and helpful. My amazing maître d Tom, bridal attendant Sabrina, and Jennifer made sure my day ran smooth and was the fairy tale wedding I had envisioned it to be. My husband and I had an amazing time and were treated like royalty all day; from getting ready at the hotel, to the beautiful outside ceremony, to the delicious cocktail hour and of course the fabulous reception. I still have guests raving about the food, service, and the beautiful grounds. We couldn't be happier with our choice of venue and truly recommend it to everyone.

My now husband and I had our wedding reception at Nicotra's Ballroom below Above (Same Venue, different room), since there isn't a review column for Nicotra's I'll RAVE about it here :) This past July we had our wedding in central jersey (where we live) and drove out to Staten Island for the reception. It was so worth it. The venue is beautiful, typical Italian precision to detail at its finest but even better, the food, the drinks and the IMPECABLE service. The servers, Mater di, Hostess, bridal attendants were all top of the line and all of our guests went on to tells us for months after. They offer you house Dj's, photographers, bakers, florists, etc. I had all my own from Jersey but the house DJ WAS AMAZING. PARTNERS IN SOUND. My guests still haven't stopped talking about the music and huge dance party that occurred :) The grounds are beautiful, the back drop was filled with huge lit up trees giving the feel of a forest wedding and if you want the skyline then ABOVE, the venue room "above" this room, is for you.

ABOVE and Beyond a Nightmare! I so wish my ‘happy ever after’ could have been just that but the cards were not on my side and as embarrassing as my story is, I feel it is one to be shared so that something like this will not happen to you. For a good majority of you, it won’t happen but if it does, this is not the venue you want deal with…. My fiancé and I chose Above Weddings in Staten Island and decided to go the non-traditional route and have a cocktail hour reception on the Above Rooftop. We were to be married in the Above reception hall (30 minute ceremony) then the party was to be led to the Rooftop room for a cocktail hour style reception. The deposit was $1,000 and I am the one who signed the contract as my fiancé had to work that day. I made the deposit on November 11th 2016. The wedding date was to be August 12th, 2017. Well, when it came time to make the 6 month prior to the wedding 50% deposit, my fiancé called the venue on February 23rd, 2017 without my knowledge and canceled the wedding. I found out by listening to a voice mail message from Gina, the wedding coordinator with whom I was working with. She informed me that he called to cancel the wedding and that if they are unable to rebook the date, I could be responsible for 60% of the entire cost of the wedding. Naturally, I was devastated. I already had my gown, bridesmaid dresses ordered, wedding photographer booked, favors in, Save the Date cards already sent out, invitations in, centerpieces ordered… my world was crushed. I went from being a beaming bride-to-be to a single girl in one day. I had to contact every person I sent an invitation to and inform them that the wedding was off. I emailed Gina on February 27th and asked her what other party options there might be in case they were unable to rebook the space. She wrote back and gave me a price of $125 per person plus the 8.79% sales tax and must guarantee at least 100 people. That was only $25 less per person than the original wedding. I informed her that I could not afford that and I would be sending in the official letter of cancelation as instructed. On March 3rd, Gina wrote to tell me that they received the letter and released the date. She said she notified her colleagues of the situation so that they could do their best to rebook it. She wrote, “OF COURSE, I WILL KEEP YOU UP TO DATE and please do not hesitate to reach out to me with any questions you may have.” I never heard from her again. Well, I assumed they rebooked the date! August 12th came and went. I was finally starting to move on out of my depressed state. Then this happened… On November 21st, a few days before Thanksgiving, I received an overnight letter informing me that Nicotra Hotel –Hilton Grande Inn (Above) is entitled to collect 60% of the total cost in an amount of $9,540 less the $1,000 they already kept for a total of $8,540! They must receive it within 30 days right before Christmas day! Now they are planning to take me to court! At that point, I broke down sobbing. I was finally starting to heal and put the nightmare behind me so it was like someone prying a scab off a wound. I called the owner, Richard Nicotra, and left a crying voice mail to please not this to me. He never called me back. In a nut shell, PLEASE read the contract carefully! It’s shadily written!

On October 27, 2017 a fairy tale wedding came true for my husband and I at the Above, located in the Hilton Garden Inn, Staten Island. The day was perfect from the beginning to the end because of the professionalism shown by all. Especially my event planner Sue Vaiana for her impeccable service. From our first meeting to my reception, she made all my wishes come true. When my guests arrived they were greeted with flutes filled with champagne and an escorted ride up the elevator to our ceremony. The ambience was perfect, the room was filled with flowers, candle light and a view of a perfect sunset. Vows were exchanged and everything felt magical. Off to the cocktail hour on the rooftop. The hors d’oeuvres and cocktails kept flowing. Some guests even ventured outside to sit by the fire and enjoy the breathtaking view. The reception was amazing, out maitre’d, Jeff, did not miss a beat and everything went as planned. Delicious food prepared by Chef Matt, endless drinks and a perfect ending with a gorgeous topsy turvy cake. I would especially like to thank the owners, Mr. & Mrs. Nicotra for attending my wedding. They are always a visible presence at every affair to ensure their guests are having a good time. Mr. & Mrs. Nicotra, you definitely made this bride and groom feel very special!

We celebrated our wedding in October, and the Above Rooftop was absolutely the perfect spot for our special day. Our coordinator Sue was available throughout the planning process to help work through every detail, and bridal assistant Jackie made certain the day flowed seamlessly. The room itself is remarkable, with amazing views, indoor and [weather permitting] outdoor space, allowing our guests to have a comfortable evening. Last, but not least, the food was fantastic!

We had out reception at Above on 9/16/2017 and everything about the day was perfect. Sue was our wedding planner from Above and she was always able to answer any questions I had and give recommendations throughout the planning process. Mr. and Mrs. Nicotra were also wonderful. They stopped by at our tasting, rehearsal dinner at Lorenzo's, and our reception. Aside from the planning being easy, the food was AMAZING, the space was beautiful, and all of our guests being able to stay in the hotel at a discounted price made every penny worth it.

This past April we had our engagement party in Above's ballroom! Needless to say, it was more than we could have ever dreamed of! The venue was gorgeous, the food was delicious and the service was exceptional! Planning our party with Sue Vaiana was a breeze as she offered wonderful ideas with her great expertise! Our guests are still talking about our party to this day!

July 2016 I married the love of my life in the most wonderful place. Above At the Hilton Garden Inn. We loved the venue from the moment we walked through the door. We loved the idea of revisiting our location every for our anniversary so a hotel was our top choice. Also, we have a child and when the reception started we were able to keep him close with a nanny but safely in a hotel room just in time for bed. It was a great feature. Our tour started with the most amazing, flexible, answer any question, excited for every crazy whim idea Sue Viana. She went "Above" and beyond to make our wedding as special as it could possibly be. She does this everyday, she's in your corner, you need help or a minute to breathe, she's there. She's amazing! The year I spent planning go back and forth to Staten Island from Queens was worth every minute of my wedding! When you walk into cocktail hour it's the fun begins! And it doesn't stop until you wake up in the morning and realize it wasn't a dream.. and then a new and exciting journey begins! Cocktail hour was great, all the food! And the mingling, some outside, some inside, but every person had a plate, and a drink! And they loved the food! We love food, so having a menu that was different, not the same typical wedding food was very alluring to us and we'll chef Frank delivers!! I have a food allergy and he made sure I was able to eat everything without it conflicting with the style of taste of his delectable creations. When we walked into the ballroom it was at the same time the sun was setting and the pictures of the orange sunset are breathtaking. We Danced the night away, dinner was amazing, the drinks never ended, but once again Sue surpassed our expectations because the team she had in place to take care of us was just phenomenal. Victoria was my bridal attendant and she was so great. My dad has a back injury and she brought his dinner down to his room when he needed to go lay down. She brought food to my child and nanny cause although they were at cocktail hour they were not at the reception. She helped with some many things, I asked and wanted for nothing, she was always a step ahead of my needs. Our Maitre'D was the same, so professional on top of everything, a shadow always there to help. Our reception ended late (a feature we gladly paid extra for) and then we went to room room, which was included in our wedding arrangements, this was not an ordinary room, it was a beautiful suite. There was champagne and monogrammed robes and a refrigerator filled with food and dessert in case we didn't eat as much as we'd liked! The beauty, fun and hospitality of the night never ended! I love Sue and the Nicotra family! They set a standard that is unparalleled! I recently celebrated my one year anniversary and they sent us an anniversary gift! Above, Sue, her team, the Nicotra family thank you for making my wedding dreams come true!!