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CityGate Grille

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(47)best-of-weddings

2020 Calamos Court, Naperville, IL

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About This Vendor

Your Wedding.Unforgettable.

At CityGate Grille, we focus on traditional elegance. This is the place to be for a unique and unforgettable wedding. Our team specializes in utilizing one-on-one consultations to personalize all the details of your dream wedding.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Dressing Room
Liability Insurance
Outdoor - Covered
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 200
Settings
Ballroom, Garden, Park, Restaurant, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Wedding Design, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner

CityGate Grille Reviews

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Reviewed On 10/22/2020 by Lisa K
Our son’s wedding on 8/8/2020 at City Gate Grille was wonderful! It was well worth the wait! It had to be postponed due to Covid-19 and we had to reduce the guest list to immediate family only. We had a beautiful day and the ceremony by the...
pond was picture perfect! The cocktail hour on the private patio worked nicely. The food, service and attention to detail were amazing! Katie Jones and the rest of the staff went over and above to ensure that everything exceeded our expectations and there was plenty of room to have us socially distanced and yet still allowed us to feel close together. The late night nacho bar was a big hit too! Highly recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Lisa, You son’s wedding was just picture perfect! It was my honor to work with you all! I am so glad that even dealing with Covid 19, you were all able to plan a wedding celebration that was safe and comfortable for all your close family and f...
riends. I cannot wait to see all the photos and I hope it was a day you all will never forget! All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/15/2020 by Sheree F
Due to COVID, we had to postpone my daughter's wedding to next year. Since she really wanted to get married this year, we reached out to City Gate to put together a mini wedding. Katie Jones was amazing at assisting us in getting the event p...
ut together and she spent an unlimited amount of time helping us to coordinate every detail for the special day. The venue is beautiful and the staff is warm and welcoming! Fantastic place for any special event!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Sheree, You are so sweet! It was so great working you and your daughter, Tracy. I am sorry Covid changed all your planning and made you work a lot harder. You were so wonderful to roll with all the guideline changes. I would love to plan some...
thing with you in the future- stay in touch! All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/08/2020 by Ali P
Our original wedding date was set for 10/17/20 but due to COVID we opted to reschedule for May 2021. Katie Jones & CityGate were AMAZING; so accommodating and supportive throughout the entire of process of deciding to reschedule or not! Fingers...
crossed we don’t have to postpone again as I can’t wait to have my dream wedding at CityGate Grill next year!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Ali, Thank you for taking the time to share a kind review with us about your planning experience so far. I am deeply sorry your wedding had to be postponed due to Covid- 19. I look forward to planning your wedding with you next year! Stay safe...
! All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/07/2020 by Dan G
We unfortunately had to cancel our wedding because of covid but CityGate was amazing. They were helpful at every turn and provided a full refund with no hassle.
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Dan, I am sorry your wedding had to be canceled due to Covid-19. It was a true pleasure working with you and please let us know if there is anything we can do for you in the future. Be well! All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 7/16/2020 by Jillian G
This venue has it all! Barb was amazing, attentive, accommodating and made sure everything was just perfect. The staff was friendly and professional. We had a smaller wedding so we got to have some extra fun with our wedding package. The food i...
s AMAZING. Just go see Barb and check it out you won’t be disappointed.
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Jillian, Thank you for taking the time to share a sweet review, we truly do appreciate it. We are so glad you loved everything about your wedding and we were able to customize your package to meet all your needs. Please let us know if there is...
anything, we can do for you in the future. All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/05/2019 by Amanda M
Barb was awesome! She was prompt in returning messages and very personable. She listened to what we wanted fir our wedding and went above and beyond our expectations!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Amanda, Thank you for sharing your review! So glad Barb was able to exceed your expectations to help you create and unforgettable wedding. We look forward to you celebrating your anniversary with us! All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designe...
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Reviewed On 10/04/2019 by Natalie C
We could not gush more about how amazing our experience with Barb, City Gate and Arista was!!! The package first and foremost was all inclusive and had all the upgrades we were looking for already included, such a great deal! The site itself ...
is absolutely beautiful, windows galore with a great open space. Barb was so helpful in every step along the way and with every single question we had. We wish we could do it all again! Our guests a year later cannot stop talking about the venue and amazing wedding we had, one of a kind! Thank you to everyone involved! Don’t miss out!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Natalie, Thank you for gushing about CityGate Grille and your amazing wedding! The Terrace room is so beautiful with all the windows and open floor plan. It so nice to hear all your guests are still raving about it. We would love to plan anoth...
er event with you in the future, so please stay in touch! All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/04/2019 by Megan R
Barb Spall thought of every detail and it really was a stunning evening. The whole process of working with her was professional and enjoyable. I heard many comments that the atmosphere was perfect and that they loved the food. I would recommend...
the intimacy and attention to details that will get at CityGate Grille. High Value!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Megan, Thank you for sharing a review about your stunning wedding at CityGate Grille! I am glad you loved the intimacy of our Terrace room and Patio. I am sure it made for a very memorable wedding celebration. We look forward to seeing you at ...
the restaurant soon! All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/03/2019 by Katie B
Great venue and Barb is very easy to work with! I highly recommend.
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Katie, Thank you for highly recommending CityGate Grille! I hope your wedding was everything you dreamed of and more! Please let us know if you need anything in the future. All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/03/2019 by Lynn R
We loved citygate grille, everything was perfect and went so smoothly. Plenty of pretty areas for photos. Reception area was big, guest loved our food and thought hotel arista was gorgeous. Staff was very friendly, Barb is awesome! Helps you wi...
th anything and everything you need. You even get a free anniversary meal and a whole new top cake which is such a perk! 10/10 would recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 11/23/2020
Lynn, I am so glad you loved CityGate Grille and everything was perfect! It does have wonderful space for photos and we cannot wait to see yours! We look forward to having you in for your first-year anniversary- please let us know when you rea...
dy to make that reservation. All the best, Katie Jones Wedding Designer
Reviewed On 10/03/2019 by Alicia D
We hosted my daughter's wedding at City Gate Grille and could not have been more pleased. The venue itself is lovely and the staff set up all the decorations we had brought to the venue. Barb was fantastic!! She made sure everything ran perfect...
ly and beautifully. Food is delicious and plentiful. We received so many compliments on the venue, the staff and the food. Highly recommend City Gate Grille.
Response from the Vendor on 10/03/2019
Thanks Alicia! It was my pleasure! I'm so happy that you received so many compliments--that's our goal! I hope to see you in the restaurant again soon!
Reviewed On 9/22/2019 by Katie S
We couldn’t have chosen a better venue to host the wedding of our dreams! We had an outdoor ceremony by the pond and worked closely with Barb to decorate how we envisioned. Cocktail hour was beautiful on the patio with all the string lights. Ba...
rb and the entire staff were incredible to work with. Barb truly does what she is meant to do. She is so good at accommodating and making couples happy! Not to mention her professionalism is top notch. Highly recommend CityGate Grille for your wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 10/03/2019
Thanks so much for your kind words Katie! I will share them with our entire staff. I'm so glad to hear that you had the wedding of your dreams--that's our goal! Continued blessings to you & Derek! ~Barb Spall
Reviewed On 9/17/2019 by Vivian S
I felt like I was in Disney World again! I was asked if I needed help before I could ask for help....with anything! I have not worked with nicer people. They all bent over backwards to make sure my daughter's wedding was absolutely wonderful an...
d it was absolutely wonderful!!! I would highly recommend City Gate Grill to anyone!
Response from the Vendor on 10/03/2019
Thanks for your sweet review Vivian! We all love what we do here at CityGate Grille and are thrilled that you were so pleased! Hope to see you back for a visit soon! Thanks again! ~Barb Spall
Reviewed On 9/16/2019 by Kathleen M
We can’t say enough about CityGate. From beginning to end it was FABULOUS. Barb, the wedding coordinator was always available to help and keep everything organized. She made sure we had everything we wanted down to the special pink champagne I...
wanted. The food was delicious and the venue & patio were just beautiful! Every person we came in contact with was friendly & professional. You get so much more for your money here as well. People are still taking about what a hidden gem CityGate is! Thank you CityGate for making our day so wonderful! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Response from the Vendor on 10/03/2019
Thanks for your wonderful review Kathleen! I'm so happy to hear that you were impressed with our food and venue! We pride ourselves on providing a top quality experience for our guests along with affordable elegance for our couples all in a...
n beautiful setting! My best to you & Pasquale! Hope to see you back in the restaurant soon! Continued blessings to you both! ~Barb Spall
Reviewed On 6/05/2019 by Katrina J
What can we say about CityGate other than AMAZING! More than what is their who. Barb is literally CityGate's angel! My husband and I can not explain enough how fantastic of a person she truly is. She truly made the planning process such a breez...
e for us. She was always quick to respond with any and all of our questions and helped us form back up plans when the weather got questionable for our big day. I could go on and on about what a fantastic coordinator you will get if you choose CityGate...so WHEN you pick them, I'll continue ;) Another high point about CityGate is their food! We were told by pretty much by all of our guests it's some of the best they've ever eaten at a wedding!! Let's not forget the bonus of CityGate working side by side with Hotel Arista!! AHMAZING hotel! So if you're looking for somewhere to check a lot of your must have wedding planning boxes; pick CityGate! BEST coordinator! GREAT food! FANTASTIC nearby hotel accommodations!
Response from the Vendor on 10/03/2019
Thanks for your kind words Katrina! I really enjoyed being a part of your big day! You and Tony were a pleasure to work with and I'm thrilled that your guests raved about the food too! I look forward to seeing you back here next year for you...
r complimentary anniversary dinner @ CityGate Grille! Continued blessings to you & Tony! ~Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/30/2018 by Jessica M
Cannot day enough good things about Citygate Grille and Barb! The entire process working with the venue was so easy and Barb was so organized and made sure all of the wedding planning stayed on schedule. The weekend of our wedding the weather d...
idn’t look like it was going to cooperate with us and we ended up deciding the Thursday before to move the ceremony inside. Barb made sure everything ran smoothly despite the change in plans and helped us to get a backdrop for the indoor ceremony space last minute which eased a ton of my stress. The day of the wedding was perfect and we could not have been more thrilled and stress-free knowing Barb could and would handle anything that came up. One of the things we loved most about this venue was the outstanding food that was served at our wedding. Narrowing down all of the different options was so hard and everything was delicious. The best part was the Barb and the Chef were so accommodating with all of the dietary needs our guests had. Everyone commented on how great it was to be at a wedding and not have to worry about their dietary restrictions. Overall we would recommend this venue to anyone looking to get married, especially if food is an important part of the wedding to you!
Response from the Vendor on 11/03/2018
Dear Jessica & Tom, Thanks so much for your kind words! I'm so glad that you selected CityGate Grille for your wedding! You made planning a breeze you --were so organized! Don't forget to make plans to come back next year for your complime...
ntary 1st Anniversary Dinner! Thanks again! Continued best wishes to you both! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/29/2018 by Kelsey K
CityGate Grille was the perfect setting for our perfect wedding! Honestly day of, everything went amazing. Our family and friends said it was the most fun wedding they've ever been to. Food was delicious, service was fast, everything was decora...
ted to what we asked for. Our ceremony was there outside and the setting was beautiful. The cocktail hour was outside on the patio but we had the firepit and heaters to keep everyone warm! Barb is very friendly and helpful. My only advice to brides would be to get Barb's cell number a couple weeks before the wedding to make communication easier, as she is only in the office Tuesdays-Saturdays. Book your wedding here, you won't regret it!
Response from the Vendor on 11/03/2018
Dear Kelsey & John, Thanks for selecting CityGate Grille for your wedding! I'm so glad you were pleased with our food, service and setting! We pride ourselves on all three! I hope to see you back in the restaurant soon! Continued best wish...
es to you both! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/24/2018 by Lorena R
We cannot say enough great things about our experience with City Gate Grille! Barb is AMAZING and we were so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with her in getting everything coordinated for our wedding. She is informative, energetic, or...
ganized and really went above and beyond for us. We challenged her with a few fun things we wanted at our wedding (a first for them) and she made it happen! She was incredibly detailed and didn't miss a beat. My husband and I were truly able to enjoy our reception and new that everything was in good hands. Apart from the amazing coordinating, EVERYONE could not say enough good things about the food and service both during the reception and at the Hotel across the way (Arista). They have gone above and beyond even as we approach our first anniversary-- calling us to remind us of our anniversary dinner and offering to take care of all reservations including a night stay at the Hotel, just like our wedding night! Highly Recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 11/03/2018
Dear Lorena & Alex, Thanks so much for selecting CityGate Grille for your reception! I had so much fun helping you with your wedding planning and seeing it all come to fruition! I'm so glad to hear that you loved the reception and our wonderf...
ul service--we really do have an amazing staff here. I'm looking forward to seeing you soon for your 1st Anniversary! Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/14/2018 by Amber + Joe S
Barb was our day of coordinator at City Gate Grille for our wedding reception, but she was so much more than just "day of". Barb helped guide the planning process and stayed in contact with us and our vendors and helped us develop a timeline to...
make sure there were no hiccups on the day. Barb was more than accommodating, quick to respond to questions, flexible with meeting in person and overall such a joy to work with. I can't imagine having gone through this process without her guidance and enthusiasm. She truly helped make our day incredibly special and memorable. THANK YOU, BARB!!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/03/2018
Dear Amber & Joe, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your reception! I'm so happy that you were the first couple to enjoy our brand new brick paver patio! I appreciate your kinds words. It was truly my pleasure to see your reac...
tion to seeing the room for the first time on your wedding day--your creativity and vision come to life was magical! Continued blessings to you both! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/11/2018 by Katie J
Barb at CityGate Grille is the most amazing person ever! From the moment we met her we just knew we wanted her involved in planning our big day. She took care of every detail and was so personable throughout the entire process. We looked forwa...
rd to our meetings with her and loved hearing her ideas and suggestions. And our wedding day was perfect! The outdoor ceremony and patio for cocktails were beautiful. All of our guests raved about the food and the ambience and said it was the best wedding they'd ever attended. The staff at was so friendly and attentive. We couldn't have dreamed of a better place to have our wedding. We're thinking of doing it again next summer ;)
Response from the Vendor on 11/03/2018
Dear Katie, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your big day! I enjoyed planning your wedding! You & Brandon are such a happy couple! I'm so glad to hear that your guests raved about our food & ambience! I hope to see in the res...
taurant again soon! Continued best wishes to you both! Barb
Reviewed On 10/08/2018 by Susie S
Wonderful event set up, awesome food and service Barb did great job making our day awesome Thanks Susie snd Bob
Response from the Vendor on 10/09/2018
Dear Susie & Bob, Thanks again for selecting CityGate Grille as your venue for your wedding and reception! I'm so happy to know that you had an awesome day! That's our goal! Continued best wishes to you both! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/07/2018 by Elaine C
Barb Spall & City Gate Grille made planning our wedding reception a breeze. She is so professional and left no detail to chance. I loved her professionalism and her friendly nature. Our guests continue to rave about our reception, both food...
and venue, and I know all went so well because of Barb Spall's attention to detail. I wish we could do it all over again because it was so much fun!
Response from the Vendor on 10/09/2018
Dear Elaine & Joe, I wish we could do it again too! Your wedding day was so joyful! I was honored to have been a part of it. So glad to hear that your guests are still raving about us and our food! Hope to see you both back in the restauran...
t again soon! Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/06/2018 by Alyssa D
We got married in June and it was the perfect day thanks to Barb. We knew from the minute we first met her that we had to have our reception at City Gate Grille! She wanted to make sure the day went as exactly how we wanted it to go. She was am...
azing at answering our questions throughout the whole process. The day of the wedding everything went so smoothly because of Barb! We had received so many compliments from our family and guests saying how wondering Barb was the day of our wedding! We would recommend to anyone to have their wedding at City Gate Grille!
Reviewed On 10/06/2018 by Elaine C
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Reviewed On 9/21/2018 by Damon M
I do not usually write reviews. I tend to think that good service is expected with any contract. However, I feel compelled to express my gratitude to CityGate Grille and Barb for an experience that was well beyond expectations. Every step of th...
e process, from initial planning to food selection to execution on the day of the wedding and reception was well done. Barb was a pleasure to work with and took care of every detail envisioned by my wife. I could not visualize how the space for the ceremony would be utilized, but the layout was perfect for our guest count. The preparations for the reception was spot on. As soon as I stepped into the room I was impressed. The smile on my wife’s face said it all. Barb delivered everything we planned and made sure the rest of the evening went smoothly. The staff was courteous and prompt. Barb ensured that the few special meals we had with dietary restrictions were delivered without any problems. Many guests commented on how much they enjoyed their meal. There are many venues in the area to choose from. I would encourage anyone to give CityGate Grille and Barb strong consideration for their next, big event.
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2018
Dear Damon & Zhavonne, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your big day! I enjoyed getting a chance to know you both and help to make your day memorable! I look forward to seeing you back next year for your complimentary anniversa...
ry dinner! Thanks again, Barb Spall
Reviewed On 8/25/2018 by Vivian G
We got married at City Gate Grille about a month ago and it was perfect. Barb, our coordinator, was so great answering all of my little questions throughout the entire planning process. On the day of the wedding, she helped make sure everything...
ran seamlessly. Food was very important to use when we were looking into venues, and City Gate did not disappoint. We are still getting compliments from our guests about the food! You get a lot for your money and we are so grateful we chose to do our ceremony and reception here.
Response from the Vendor on 09/07/2018
Dear Vivian, Thanks for celebrating your wedding @ CityGate Grille! I'm so happy that you are still getting compliments about the food! I really enjoyed planning everything with you and your family. Make plans to come back on your first anni...
versary for your complimentary dinner! Continued blessings to you & Zack! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 11/17/2017 by Megan M
It was absolutely amazing! I got married last weekend and Barb was our wedding coordinator for CityGate. She did an amazing job making sure everything was set up perfectly, all the guest had a drink, and even helped me fix my dress! The food wa...
s also amazing. Head chef Adam Tanner made sure everything was made to order and even came down to check on us! All the guest could talk about the next day was how beautiful the place was and the amazing food! I would HIGHLY recommend this place! They made you feel at home and very special!
Response from the Vendor on 11/17/2017
Dear Megan, Thanks so much for the kind words! I'm so thankful that you selected CityGate Grille for your wedding reception and that I am the lucky one that had the honor of helping you & Brian plan your big day! I'm so happy to hear that yo...
u were pleased with everything and that everyone loved it! Make sure you join us next year on your anniversary to receive your complimentary anniversary dinner! Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/15/2017 by Cristen S
CityGate is an amazing place to have your wedding! Our wedding day was everything we imagined it to be. Barb and the rest of the staff were so attentive and helpful throughout the entire day. Barb was so accommodating and made sure we had every...
thing we wanted. She even came to the hotel suite that the bridesmaids were getting ready in to make sure we were doing okay! The food was amazing and we got so many compliments on it. Unfortunately it was raining on our wedding day but the outdoor patio is a beautiful place to have cocktail hour and to use during the reception if the weather is nice. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend having your event at CityGate, you will not regret it. We had the wedding of our dreams and would not have changed a thing! Thank you Barb for making everything absolutely perfect!
Reviewed On 10/13/2017 by Kimberly S
Our wedding at CityGate Grille was everything that we wanted and more. Barb is such an amazing person to work with and will do everything to ensure your day goes perfectly! She is very friendly and personable is able to quickly think on her fee...
t! Right before our ceremony it started to rain and she was able to get our guests seated quickly so we could have our outdoor ceremony we dreamed out before it started raining too hard. We would highly recommend having your wedding at CityGate. The food and drinks were excellent and the outdoor patio is perfect for drinks by the fire pits. We booked our room at Hotel Arista which was beautiful. The staff there was very accommodating. Thank you to Barb and all of the staff at CityGate and Hotel Arista for making our day perfect!
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2017
Dear Kim & Zach, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your big day! I'm so happy that we exceeded your expectations--that's our goal! I appreciate your kind words and will share them with our staff as well as everyone at Hotel Aris...
ta. Best of luck to you with your classes Kim. You'll have to make plans to celebrate your graduation with us too! Don't forget to make time to come in for your complimentary anniversary dinner next year too. Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/08/2017 by Waldina C
We had our wedding at CityGate Grille, July this year. Barb, was extremely helpful and accommodating to our requests. We wanted a ‘cocktail party’ type of reception as we wanted something laid back and not too traditional but still nice with a ...
wedding feel. The room was set up with round tables and cocktail tables and the outside patio was everything for a summer night party. Barb even helped with center pieces and the cake is included in the package, which is extremely helpful, plus it was beautiful and delicious. The food is amazing, we had tons of food options and the staff during the reception was friendly, polite and accommodating. We had exactly the wedding we wanted! Wish we had our ceremony there as well, we missed out on that because we found this place last minute and had arranged the ceremony already, but the patio/outside area is beautiful for your ceremony as well.
Response from the Vendor on 10/14/2017
Dear Dina & Brian, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your wedding reception. I'm so happy to hear that you had exactly the wedding you wanted! We pride ourselves on being unique and having wonderful food & service! I look fo...
rward to seeing you back next year for your complimentary anniversary dinner. Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 10/04/2017 by Areta W
I wanted to write this review and thank everyone at City Gate Grille for making our wedding day so perfect. My husband and I were determined to have an outdoor ceremony with an outdoor cocktail hour. City Gate Grille is the absolute perfect...
venue for that. Katie and Barb helped us plan our big day. They were both so sweet and their attention to detail was spot on. We had several meetings before the wedding but because of that everything went off without a hitch. They were both my "right hand women". I couldn't have picked two better women to work with. They say planning a wedding is very stressful but the two of them made it stress free. I knew I was in very good hands. We were worried about the weather for the day of but it was a perfect 70 and sunny. The patio is so beautiful so we were so happy we got to utilize it. Love the lights everywhere and the fire pit. Let's talk about the food now. The food was phenomenal! Katie knew we'd be talking to our guests during cocktail hour making it impossible to eat so she made sure we had a plateful of the apps at our table waiting for us. We hit the "easy" button and decided to serve steak and chicken on the same plate but did accommodate people with special dietary restrictions. I highly recommend going this route because it'll make your life easier. Everyone commented on how great the food was. All in all I'd say our wedding was absolutely perfect. My husband and I are city people and wanted our wedding in the city but for all the upgrading we did at CGG we'd be paying substantially more just to have it in the city and that wasn't worth it to us. The CGG gave us everything we wanted and for a really great value. The wedding came out exactly as we envisioned it and we couldn't be happier.
Response from the Vendor on 10/05/2017
Dear Areta & Mark, Thank you for choosing CityGate Grille for your wedding ceremony & reception. Katie & I were honored to be a part of your big day! We are so happy that it was everything you hoped for! We look forward to seeing you again ...
next year when you come back to enjoy your complimentary anniversary dinner. Thanks again! Barb Spall & Katie Jones
Reviewed On 10/03/2017 by Kirsten B
From beginning to end, CityGate Grille was amazing. Katie Jones made the whole process extremely easy and enjoyable. She was always very easy to get in contact with and she made sure everything was in place leading up to the big day. I would re...
commend CityGate Grille to anyone looking for a venue that stands out from the rest. Our guests raved about the food and outdoor terrace. Barb was very tentative to us the day of the wedding. Thank you CityGate Grille for all of your hard work!
Response from the Vendor on 10/05/2017
Dear Kirsten & Patrick, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your wedding reception! Katie & I appreciated the opportunity to be a part of your wonderful wedding. We're so happy that you were pleased with everything! Don't forget...
to make plans to come back next year to celebrate your first anniversary with your complimentary dinner @ CityGate Grille. Thanks again! Barb Spall & Katie Jones
Reviewed On 9/11/2017 by Renee B
Our wedding at CityGate was absolutely perfect, much thanks to our wedding coordinator Barb Spall. She made sure our entire day ran smoothly. I could not have asked for a better coordinator to be with us on our day. CityGate really did a great ...
job at transforming their event space into my dream reception. Having the outside terrace to use on the warm summer night was a great feature. The food was to die for, the wait staff was extremely fast and respectful. There were so many people from CityGate that made the whole night flow smoothly. Thank you Barb for making it all happen!
Response from the Vendor on 10/05/2017
Dear Renee, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your big day! I'm so happy to hear that you were so pleased with everything--that's our goal! I hope that you & Brandon can make a trip back here next summer for your complimentary ...
Anniversary Dinner @ CityGate Grille. Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 7/12/2017 by Rachael V
Every aspect of the reception at CityGate Grille was fantastic. Barb was excellent throughout the entire process. She worked with us to make sure that everything that we asked for was handled flawlessly. Any request that we had was taken care o...
f, and done so quickly and fairly. The rest of the staff we worked with were wonderful, too, and so incredibly nice. The entire Calamos complex was top-notch. Having Hotel Arista so close was a huge plus. We've received nothing but compliments on the food. The food coming fresh from the kitchen worked great for two reasons- one, it tasted fresher, and two, it allowed us to actually eat and take a quick breather before the dancing got going. De'Etta's Bakery, the company that the cake is contracted through, is top notch, too! We are so glad that we chose CityGate Grille for our reception!
Response from the Vendor on 07/18/2017
Dear Rachael, Thanks so much for choosing CityGate Grille for your wedding reception! I'm so happy to hear that you have received so many compliments on our service and food quality! Those are definitely things that set us apart from other p...
laces! I know I will continue to see you & Aaron in our restaurant often. Don't forget that you will be receiving a complimentary dinner on your first anniversary too! Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 7/10/2017 by Amanda P
I had my wedding ceremony and reception at CityGate in Naperville in June 2017. Everything was AMAZING. The ceremony was beautiful outside by the pond and the reception followed immediately after. The access to the patio was perfect for cock...
tails before dinner. Our wedding coordinator, Barb was fabulous! We did not have to worry about a thing. She made sure everything ran smoothly for the ceremony & reception. The food was great-we received so many compliments from our guests on the food choice, which was steak & chicken marsala. I would definitely recommend CityGate for anyone who is looking for a wedding venue!
Response from the Vendor on 07/18/2017
Dear Amanda, Thanks so much for celebrating your big day at CityGate Grille! I'm so happy that you and your guests loved it--that's our goal! Best of luck to you & Mike! I look forward to seeing you back again next year for your complimenta...
ry first anniversary dinner! Thanks again! Barb Spall
Reviewed On 5/03/2017 by Carrie S
Picking CityGate Grille as our reception venue was probably the best choice we made in our wedding. The venue is amazingly beautiful and the staff there was so kind. The package/deal is absolutely amazing - when we booked with them, the package...
included a complimentary wedding cake (saved us hundreds probably!), complimentary hotel room the night of our wedding (which was an AMAZING suite that even gave us chocolate covered strawberries!), a one-year anniversary dinner and one-year anniversary cake. Not only all of that, but the package is extremely flexible if you decide you don't want all the courses, or to limit drinks, etc. Anything taken away lowers the price per person so we were able to do so much. When I booked, I met with Holley who was absolutely incredible and to be honest, a big part of the reason why we decided on CityGate was because of her and how organized, accommodating, flexible, and kind she was. We were so upset to find out that she wasn't staying, and had found a new job elsewhere. However, we worked with Laura after Holley left, who was super prompt and great at answering my questions, and then they eventually hired Barb who now is in Holley's place and was there the night of our wedding. Barb was incredible and though she had a high bar set for her, we were so pleased with everything. Only thing I will say is that she was not as quick to answer emails since she is in office a lot less and doesn't answer emails outside of the office, but it was not a problem really and she was so thorough once she replied so we truly don't have any complaints. Thanks CityGate Grille!
Response from the Vendor on 05/03/2017
Dear Carrie, Thanks so much for your amazing review regarding your wedding reception! I'm so happy to hear that you were so pleased with everything at CityGate Grille! I look forward to seeing you & Jake at your one-year Anniversary Dinner w...
ith us! Congratulations again! Cordially, Barb Spall
Reviewed On 4/25/2017 by Ashleigh E
CityGate was the first venue we looked at and we knew right away that it was the perfect place! Barb was fantastic! She was there every step of the way. Whenever I had a question or concern she was there with a response right away. The entire...
staff was amazing the whole night. The food was amazing! We got a lot of compliments for all our guests about how perfect everything was. I would highly recommend CityGate to anyone.
Reviewed On 8/09/2016 by Caroline U
My husband and I couldn't be any happier went with CityGate for our venue. Katie Jones was our on-site coordinator and she was there from start to finish. The location was perfect because it was right off the highway, it was next to Hotel Ari...
sta, where our guests stayed, we were able to hold our ceremony on the patio of CG, and the layout was perfect for our 175 guests. The food was amazing, we went with the steak with chimichurri sauce and the pear and onion glazed chicken. The appetizers we chose were the tuna ahi crisps, bacon wrapped dates, beef tenderloin skewers, and bruschetta.
Reviewed On 6/21/2016 by Knottie1466554361
It is impossible to put into words our experience with CityGate Grille and most of all Holley Himes! Our wedding was on father's day, 6-19-16. I randomly found the venue after months of searching for a non-banquet feel in the suburbs. As we ...
first drove to meet with Holley, we realized we've been to the restaurant upstairs before and immediately had a relief knowing at least the food will be outstanding (we are both big foodies and our guests expected nothing less but gourmet kitchen). Once we saw the space downstairs, we were stunned by the big top to bottom (almost 180°) windows. On top of that there was a private terrace surrounding the main room, which also included! My husband (then fiancé) and I looked at each other and immediately knew we had found our place! Once we booked we realized we'd also hit the jackpot! Holley (and the venue) was very flexible with every crazy request we threw at her. The best part is that she actually cared, she wanted to be involved, she came up with ideas, solutions and always sent me updates with diagrams and photos so it's easier to visualize . She was extremely prompt, attentive and somehow could "read my mind". I'd only give her an idea or ask question and you bet she knew how to beautifully make it happen! The day of our wedding Holley was managing the entire flow and made sure all decorations were on point. The entire CitiGate Grille team did a phenomenal job, all of our guests thought the place looked amazing, they were obsessed with every food choice they were served and everyone was taken care of greatly. Thank you CitiGate Grille for the phenomenal service, food, and experience. But most of all thank you Holley Himes for delivering the smoothest and best wedding day anyone could have ever ask for!!! ♡♡♡ P.S. There always was at least one negative review for every venue we looked at. But believe me, even if you come across one for CityGate Grille, just ignore it! I am one of the toughest critics and still There's nothing I can even think of that we didn't like, not one thing!
Reviewed On 5/17/2016 by Dawn K
City Gate Grille and Holley were both fantastic. We had our wedding and reception here and even though the weather did not cooperate with our plans for an outdoor ceremony, Holley had a terrific back-up plan. We had a fairly small, no frills re...
ception, but Holley made sure everything went smoothly. All of the food was great and everyone had a really good time. We had a couple of very last minute changes and Holley took care of everything; she was even able to get a wheelchair for my father to use. The suite at the Hotel Arista was awesome and very much appreciated. My only regret is that we didn't really discuss valet parking options and we really could have used it thanks to the bad weather.
Reviewed On 1/26/2016 by Knottie1453842953
I had my wedding there last Saturday, Jan 23rd. I must say, it was perfect place to have a wedding. The price was right, the service was impeccable, and Holley (wedding planner) was awesome. My guest was very impressed, we had great time. T...
hank for the suite we got at hotel Arista on them. All and all, it was the perfect choice for us.
Reviewed On 8/29/2015 by Meghan O
I had a bad experience with City Gate Grille. The wedding coordinator left and I was never informed. I had to request a meeting with the new coordinator. We met on a day there was a wedding occurring. The meeting was shocking and upsetting. I b...
ooked this venue 14 months in advance to lock in the current rates. At the meeting she informed me the cost per plate was now up 10 dollars and THEY HAD THE WRONG WEDDING DATE!!!! We saw the venue set up and ready for a reception.To say I was disappointed would be an understatement. The carpet was dirty, the walls needed panting and the linen on the seating card table was shredded. After this meeting I decided to go else where. I gave them a list of issues and told them I was canceling my contract they still made me pay the remainder of the deposit to the tune of $1,000!!! I experienced them as being untrustworthy and liars! My advice to you is to STAY AWAY!!
Reviewed On 1/14/2015 by Stacey B
When my fiancé (now husband!), stepped into CityGate Grille, we knew instantly that this was the venue choice for us! It is a beautiful space that is still relatively new and unknown, and had that intimate – not standard banquet hall, feel. It ...
was a unique space that fit our vision perfectly – we both looked at each other and said “this is it!” Customer service and attention to detail is a high priority for the coordinators of CityGate. The then- coordinator, Nancy was amazing. Extremely warm and very patient (I sent her so many e-mails with questions, I was sure she rolled her eyes every time she saw my name pop-up in e-mail!) but she always responded promptly with a cheery, thorough e-mail. I worked with Nancy for almost a year-and-a-half and about 2 months before our wedding, I received an e-mail that Nancy had decided to pursue an opportunity outside of CityGate. I was a little panicked but received many e-mails from the manager, assuring I still could contact her for everything and they were quickly finding Nancy’s replacement. Fortunately, Nancy’s position was filled extremely fast by the new coordinator, Brittiny. I have to admit, I was impressed with Nancy’s customer service but Brittiny blew me away with her exceptional customer service. She quickly planned a sit-down meeting with me, to assuage any nerves I had, and we went through EVERYTHING in extreme detail to make sure we both were on the same page and that I was getting exactly what I had signed for on my contract. I left feeling calmed and really excited to work with Brittiny as I knew she would help put on an amazing event! About a month before the wedding, I would say Brittiny was in touch with me almost every day via e-mail. Finalizing plans, answering questions, making sure we were on the same page – something I really appreciated because you could tell she really wanted to make sure our wedding day was exactly as how we envisioned it. The day of Brittiny did not disappoint. She was extremely attentive to my husband and I ensuring we had everything we needed and were happy and comfortable. She also sent up chocolate covered strawberries & a bottle of champagne to our suite on the night of our wedding. It was a really nice touch to return to the room and see that waiting there for us! My reception was absolutely perfect and I really have it all to thank to Brittiny and her staff at CityGate. I received MANY compliments on the location (it was beautiful!) and the food (every one raved about how exceptional the food was). If you have a moderate size wedding (we had 95), check out CityGate, you will not be disappointed and working with Brittiny will be an enjoyable experience.
Reviewed On 9/06/2014 by Beth G
Ever since I first set foot in CityGate Grille when I was visiting possible venues, I knew it was the right choice. It is a beautiful, modern space that is relatively new and unknown, so all of my in-town guests hadn't already attended a thousa...
nd weddings there. I wanted a space that was more interesting and unique than just a rectangular ballroom, and I found that here. Having the patio space for cocktails is a great bonus! Right from the get-go, I received excellent service and attention from the then-coordinator, Nancy. She allowed me to visit the site while they were setting up for other weddings repeatedly so that I could see different layouts in actuality. This also gave me the opportunity to see the staff at work, which was a very calm and organized process, even when dealing with obstacles. Our menu tasting was a wonderful experience. We were seated at a table in the CityGate Grill restaurant upstairs and were able to taste and savor the different options we had chosen to try. Everything was delicous! My fiance, who hates seafood, insisted that we serve the crabcakes because even he liked them! My favorite part was when I was told that, as the bride, I get to eat whatever I want. So I got tomato soup and a side of risotto (my favorite foods) while everyone else was eating the yummy bean soup and garlic potatoes. A few weeks before the big day, I received notification from Nancy that she had accepted a new position and would be leaving CityGate Grille. As sad as I was to see her go, I knew I would be in good hands because I had received nothing but excellent service from everyone I had interacted with at both CityGate and Hotel Arista. Fortunately, Nancy's position was filled right away again, and I was able to meet with the new coordinator, Brittiny, as soon as possible. A mere two weeks before the event, we had a wonderful, stress-free meeting to go over all the details. She was enthusiastic and eager to make sure everything we had discussed with and agreed to with Nancy would be delivered, including honoring an outdated reception package that included more than the current one. On the big day, the entire staff was incredible accommodating. There were a couple times during cocktail hour when I needed Brittiny while she was inside getting the dining room ready, but the wait staff was great about sending her out to me. There was also some confusion about what to do with the wedding gifts during cocktail hour because the gift table was inside the off-limits dining room, and a little bit more direction was needed by the guests when it came time to move inside for dinner. People were entering through the wrong doors and bypassing the escort card table, so they didn't know where to sit, but eventually they were pointed in the right direction and everyone was seated in record time. Overall, the evening went very smoothly. We received so many compliments on the location and the food, including the cake. I highly recommend this venue to brides who are having moderate-sized weddings (we had 75) and who want something a little bit out of the ordinary but still fairly traditional. Compared to other venues in the area, this place is a GREAT value and doesn't impose "their way of doing things" on the customer. Brittiny is a delight to work with and was willing to make anything I asked of her happen.
Reviewed On 4/29/2014 by Jaimie M
CityGate is a beautiful venue, both inside and out. It has plentiful parking, including valet parking, a parking garage, and is conveniently located right across from the luxurious Hotel Arista. When I arrived at the reception, everythin...
g was set-up beautifully, better than I had imagined. However, I was slightly disappointed at the taste of some of my food, which was not as flavorful as I had remembered it being at my tasting. Also, some of the waitstaff were in a rush and because our space was a bit crowded, several guests commented to me about the servers brushing past them, though I myself did not experience this. Also, we had planned in advance to show a video from the Internet, which the event manager had assured us two days prior that we would be able to connect to their Wi-Fi and play it. However, the moment came and she was not able to figure out how to connect it, thus only the audio of our video was able to play, which was a tad upsetting. Overall, I had a wonderful wedding, just these few minor details made an impact enough that I remembered them after our day had passed.
Reviewed On 10/12/2011 by Kelly H
From the get-go we had some issues planning our wedding here, but it was mainly due to unexpected staff changes and a lack of communication between old and new employees. However, it was all worth it!! In the end, the venue looked amazing, it...
fit all of my guests (115) comfortably, and the food and service was wonderful. Everyone from the bartender to the waiters to the guy filling everyone's water was friendly, attentive, and had a very positive attitude. I hear about the food constantly from any guest I happen to talk to now. The hors d'oeuvres were exquisite (I was so happy when one of the servers popped upstairs from the cocktail hour to deliver a plate to me and my wedding party!!) and the entrees were unexpected and delicious. The only thing I can't comment on were their desserts because a friend made our wedding cake. The staff even set up our centerpieces for us (we provided vases and flowers and they followed our instructions perfectly) and they listened and adhered to every little request. Thanks so much CityGate!!
Reviewed On 10/04/2011 by ashley s
My wedding was amazing & I have Davina Arceneaux from the Hotel Arista to thank for that! The food at CityGate is wonderful & the space beautiful. I would recommend both Hotel Arista & CityGate to everyone, call Davina! Davina helpe...
d with every last detail; she was professional & friendly, available at anytime & extremely knowledgeable about what Arista/CityGate had to offer & how to make the most of it.

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Barb Spall
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I've helped hundreds of couples plan their dream weddings in my career. I started my wedding career at The Odyssey @ Navy Pier when it was new in town 29 years ago! What I enjoyed then and still enjoy today is the opportunity to get to know people and what's important to them so that I can create a personalized day that reflects their style in a memorable way! I truly love what I do and would be honored to help you too!

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