The Most Gorgeous Waterfront View in Milwaukee
251 to 300 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Yvette Tenorio
EVENTS DIRECTOR
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Coast at Zilli Lake & Gardens is the epitome of a romantic ambiance, offering breathtaking lakeside views while your friends and family celebrate with you. From the stunning outdoor ceremony in the North Garden overlooking Lake Michigan to their unmatched reception space – it's no wonder couples flock here for an unforgettable experience!
Located in the most picturesque area of downtown Milwaukee, Coast’s interior design, both sleek and modern, is framed with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Lake Michigan’s beautiful panoramic surroundings. The outdoor patio, set string lights, couches, and cozy firepits, is a place for you and your guests to enjoy cocktails and conversation.
On your wedding day, you’ll have the pleasure of being pampered by Zilli Hospitality Group - Milwaukee's most celebrated caterers. Every dish and detail will be carefully crafted just for you! Then let their 5-star staff do all the work while you get to spend time enjoying each other's company and dancing away with family and friends. Zilli Hospitality handles the planning so you can focus solely on what matters most - celebrating this new chapter in life together with those closest to you.
With Coast, look no further than this truly magical Milwaukee destination that will make all your wedding dreams come true.
Coast at Zilli Lake & Gardens is a beautiful wedding venue located in Milwaukee, WI.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Park
Tented
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Other Desserts
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Yvette Tenorio
Events Director
Yvette joined Zilli Hospitality in 2018 and has quickly become the go-to event designer for wedding celebrations. Her eye for detail, passion to create unique visions, and desire to make personal connections with clients are what truly sets her apart! With Yvette at your side you can be sure that beautiful dreams will come alive at Coast - making memories through great events run by equally wonderful people!
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4.8
out of 5.059 reviews
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Coast and Zillis is highly recommended for weddings, with reviewers praising the venue's professionalism, excellent food, and beautiful space. Yvette, Dana, and Sam are noted for their attentive and accommodating service throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. The venue's intimate atmosphere, scenic views, and helpful staff, including Cheyenne and Char, are highlighted as key factors in creating a dream wedding experience. The bridal suite, outdoor ceremony site with a view of Lake Michigan, and multi-tiered reception spaces are also commended by guests for their elegance and functionality.Review photos
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Nina A
5.0
2/25/2025
Had my Engagement party at Coast and it was BEAUTIFUL! From the first time we met with Yvette to tour the venue, I knew this was the perfect place and company to work with. Very impressed with the level of professionalism and responsiveness to make sure my event was perfect in every way. The food is absolutely delicious and the staff at the venue is extremely friendly and accommodating to whatever you need. The bridal suite is also very big and it was SO NICE to use. Highly recommend choosing Coast and Zillis to handle your event! My family was in awe the entire evening as everything was perfect!
Kristen G
5.0
8/30/2024
What an incredible experience we had at Coast for our wedding! My husband is from Milwaukee originally, so we knew we wanted to get married somewhere special in the downtown area. We toured many venues and without a doubt this was the place that stole our hearts! Right away when we met with Yvette she made us feel at ease and answered all of our many questions. The venue is intimate and feels like a cozy 5-star restaurant, which is exactly what we were looking for. Throughout the planning process both Yvette and Dana guided us through every step, responded to every request, and even made accommodations where necessary to make sure our day was perfect. They did not miss one detail that we discussed during our various meetings, emails, and phone calls.
On the wedding day my bride squad and I arrived on site and our day-of coordinator, Sam, made sure we had everything we needed. She was on top of every set-up detail and we didn't have to worry about a thing.
The outdoor ceremony site was perfect with a beautiful view of Lake Michigan and the sailboats. The Calatrava (Milwaukee Art Museum) is nearby and a perfect photo opportunity.
There is a large bridal suite right off the main entrance perfect for getting ready in. The reception space has a large bar and multi-tiered areas including a lounge area for guests to hang out in. The dance floor seems small at first glance but was the perfect size for our group and was full all night!
The staff at Coast was professional and attentive, and every time I came across one of them they met me with a smile and congratulated me! Later in the evening we could not find one of our important items, and our event director Sam went into high gear to make sure it was located safely! We very much appreciate all they did for us!
If you are searching for a venue in Milwaukee to show your guests a good time with top-notch service and a feeling of elegance, this is the place! Thank you Coast and staff for making our wedding day perfect!
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Lucy S
2.0
7/24/2024
If you're looking for an incredible view of downtown Milwaukee it's the perfect location. Unfortunately we had multiple communication challenges with Zillis, who own Coast. We had multiple issues with management telling us one thing, then doing or saying another thing the next time we spoke. Our day of event coordinator was quite rude and unprofessional, to the point we had multiple guests make comments. Zillis made our day very stressful, with no apology or acknowledgment of their mistakes and I hope they can improve in the future, as this is a gorgeous venue.
Chitra T
5.0
6/26/2024
Excellent venue. Beautiful space. Excellent food. Professional and hassle free. Loved it
Adriana N
5.0
8/03/2023
From start to finish everything was a dream. I wanted an elegant glamours wedding and Zilli and their team of excellent staff delivered. They worked with us every step of the way to make our vision come to life. Without having a wedding planner I thought it would be a difficult feat to take on planing my dream wedding but Zilli made it seem easy. Coast is such a beautiful and classy venue. The guests loved it for our black tie event. The north gardens provided the perfect backdrop for our ceremony. Special shout out to Yvette and Cheyenne who were the main gals who brought our event to life. Also thanks to Char who was one of the reason we loved the site. She even had a special surprise for us on our wedding day. Love love love Coast and the North Gardens was the perfect place, and our guests raved about it!!! Also the staff anticipated all our needs and guests needs. So perfect!
response 08/31/2023
Adriana, you both deserved a truly perfect day and we're happy we could have been a part o...
f that! Thank you for this incredible review and for choosing to cater your wedding with us!
Stephanie E
5.0
1/06/2022
Coast was the perfect location for our wedding. The outdoor ceremony in the North Garden was stunning and the reception venue is so unique there is no other venue like it! We got so many compliments from our guests on everything from the venue, staff, and food. We are so grateful for Roxann,
Deanna, and all the other amazing staff at Zilli Hospitality Group. We could not have asked for a better group of people to help make our wedding day perfect. If you are still looking for a wedding venue look no further, we recommend Coast 10/10!!
response 02/03/2022
We are so pleased that Coast at Zilli Lake & Gardens was the perfect venue for your specia...
l day, Stephanie! We're grateful to have been a part of this wonderful celebration.
Thank you for highlighting how our outdoor ceremony in the North Garden is stunning and unique. It's one of our favorite parts about having this space for ceremonies--I'm glad it made your wedding day extra special. From Roxann, Deanna, and all the other amazing team members that helped make this event possible, thank you again for choosing Coast at Zilli Lake & Gardens as your venue, and CONGRATULATIONS again!
Brooke C
5.0
12/09/2021
I would highly recommend this venue to anyone that is looking for a professional, experienced staff along with a gorgeous location! I cannot say enough good things about the overall experience my husband and I had working with this venue. We received countless compliments from our guests about everything from the food to the staffing and layout. Not to mention the beautiful pictures we were able to capture outside the venue with the Art Museum in the background. Roxann was incredibly supportive while we made the tough decision to move out our wedding due to Covid conditions, and I could not be more thankful for the seamlessly the adjustment was. I could not imagine working with another venue and having better outcome to the best day of our lives. Thanks for making everything so special!
response 12/20/2021
Thank you for the kind review, Brooke! We are so happy to hear that you had a great experi...
ence with Roxann and the rest of the Zilli team. Best wishes!
Miah J
5.0
9/11/2021
AWESOME staff BEAUTIFUL venue!
response 09/23/2021
Thank you for the kind words, Miah! We wholeheartedly agree. We're so glad we could be a p...
art of your special day. Wishing you the best!
Callie C
5.0
10/17/2020
Our wedding day at Coast was perfect. Zilli Hospitality (shout out to Roxann and Deanna) was beyond accommodating for our big day and flexible when it came to changes we needed to make due to COVID. They took very good care of us. Coast is a great location and the food was delicious (especially all of the appetizers, still dreaming about the buffalo chicken tartlets).
response 08/10/2021
Thank you so much for the kind words Callie! We are thrilled to hear that Roxann and Deann...
a were able to guide you through your big day, and that you enjoyed the food and venue. Best wishes!
Charles R
5.0
10/12/2020
We had a great experience at the coast. The venue is awesome, perfect location right next to the lake. If you're looking for a spot where you can do the ceremony and reception all in one spot this is definitely the place. Service was very good throughout the process as well. Would absolutely do it again!
response 08/10/2021
Thank you for your wonderful review Charles! We are so pleased that you enjoyed the beauti...
ful venue, and appreciate your recommendation. All the best!
Jessica P
5.0
10/09/2020
Beautiful venue! One of the most iconic locations of Mke. The staff are amazing and so nice! With covid, they helped us get our date switched with little to no headaches. We look forward to having our wedding at the Coast this summer.
response 08/10/2021
Thank you so much Jessica! We're so glad you like the venue, and have enjoyed a smooth pla...
nning process. We hope your wedding day was everything you hoped for. Best wishes!
Jennifer S
5.0
9/29/2020
We used Coast and the Miller room at Zilli Lake and Gardens for our wedding and they did not disappoint! The venue was absolutely beautiful. Their staff was attentive to all guests and made sure needs were met at all times. Their sanitation policies were noticeably in place and all guests felt safe. I would highly recommend their services to anyone for a wedding, party, etc.!
response 08/10/2021
Thank you for the kind words Jennifer! We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful e...
xperience with our team at Zilli Hospitality Group, and appreciate the recommendation. All the best!
Lisa S
5.0
9/14/2020
My son and daughter in law got married at this beautiful venue overlooking Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee Art Museum. They had a combination of outdoor and indoor spaces. The ZHG staff was really great, attentive and professional. We had a plated dinner, choice of either short ribs or butternut squash ravioli. The short ribs were delicious and everyone loved the ravioli too! Our guests felt safe and comfortable with all the precautions ZHG had in place. Everyone had so much fun celebrating the happy couple!
response 08/10/2021
Thank you Lisa! We are so pleased that you enjoyed the venue and all it has to offer. Our ...
team aims to please, so we are thrilled you enjoyed the food and service. Give our best to the happy couple!
S. R
5.0
8/15/2020
I received so many comments on how beautiful this venue was and everyone loved the food!
response 08/10/2021
Thank you so much for the review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the venue and food. All ...
the best!
MICHELE R
5.0
11/24/2019
Ali and Rob had wanted an intimate restaurant atmosphere for their reception and Coast definitely delivers. It is a picture postcard perfect venue with stunning views of Lake Michigan and situated on one of the loveliest spots in Milwaukee.
From the moment we met Roxann at the wedding show in January we knew Coast and its staff was the venue for a beautiful event. With enthusiasm and professionalism Roxann had clearly conveyed what our choices were and she made it easy to make decisions for a wonderful day.
Deanna was a joy to work with because she was so promptly responsive to all emails and phone calls. Her patience and excellent listening skills made this mother of the bride so at ease and I knew at all times during the planning process that Deanna had taken care of all aspects of the event. She worked very hard to complete the final contract to accommodate our schedule and that was very much appreciated.
Although there were some staffing changes at Adorn, we were able to work through the changes and the staff created some beautiful floral pieces that were exactly what Ali had requested and actually exceeded our expectations. So lovely!
The wedding day was wonderful, free of stress because of the Coast staff. The food and drinks were amazing. Delicious appetizers, yummy entrees and even the cutest desserts made for a happy celebration for our guests. The servers were efficient and friendly. Rob would like to give a special thank you to Katie for her thoughtful service all night long. He really appreciated Katie's attention to details and her making sure everyone was well taken care of during the evening. Mc Kenna also did a fine job to make sure the night went off without a hitch and she succeeded. Ali would especially like to thank her for getting her through the kitchen for a secret trip to the ladies room before the ceremony. Whew! Thanks, Mc Kenna!
What a wonderful team you have assembled for executing beautiful, carefree events. We could not be happier with the process and the fabulous final outcome, a gorgeous wedding!
Khara Q
2.0
10/15/2019
My experience with Coast started off very well with the Sales team and Event Designer, but unfortunately, on the day of my wedding, myself and my family and friends were not treated professionally at all by the Event Manager, so I am not confident in referring this venue in the future to friends and family for a wedding.
response 11/19/2019
Khara - On behalf of all of us at Zilli Hospitality Group, we are appreciative of your com...
ments and naturally disappointed that you were not completely satisfied with your experience. Your feedback has been shared with our entire event planning staff as well as leadership within our company. Please know, we take all feedback very seriously. We understand our manager has reached out to you already to understand better what took place. We are looking forward to speaking with you very soon. Thank you.
Erin K
5.0
8/10/2019
I absolutely had the most memorable wedding day & it is in no small part due to the wonderful staff at Coast & Roxann. If anything came up the day of, I never had to hear about it. All I saw was my friends family and loved ones enjoying the day with myself and my new Husband! For this, and all of their help along the way, I would highly recommend using Coast as your venue & catering. Absolutely lovely!!
response 08/15/2019
Thank you for your review Erin. We are thrilled to hear that you and Jason had such a wond...
erful wedding day and that we helped to play a part in it! Best wishes to you two!
Kylie W
5.0
7/30/2019
Zilli was so great to work with for my 7/20/19 wedding!!. It wasn’t easy planning from afar (we currently live in Cincinnati) but Deanna, Jessica and Roxann were so easy and quick to respond to any question I had. Coast is a beautiful space with an incredible view of the lake and Art Museum. Guests were even able to enjoy the outdoor patio furniture while watching the Italian Fest fireworks. Every single staff member I encountered on the day of the wedding went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. They even checked in with my mom and sister to see if there was anything that needed to be done. We’ve gotten so many compliments on the food- how it was the best wedding meal they’ve had. You get to customize your entire menu from passed appetizers to the type of salad to the entrees and sides. Zilli helps you customize your perfect day and I’m so happy we got married at Coast !!
response 08/02/2019
Thank you for your kind words Kylie! We are thrilled to hear you had a wonderful planning ...
process with Deanna, Jessica & Roxann, and that you loved our venue, its location & our food! Best wishes to you and Matt!
Julie H
5.0
7/02/2019
Zilli did an amazing job with our reception at Coast. They were extremely kind and were very reliable. Any questions or concerns we had were addressed immediately and everything went very well!
response 07/10/2019
Thank you so much for your review Julie! We are so happy you had a wonderful experience wi...
th us and we so glad to have been able to be part of your day! Best wishes to you and Philip!
Jenna E
5.0
11/02/2018
My husband and I had toured quite a few venues before seeing Coast, and as soon as we walked in we knew we had found the one! It was important for us to be in the heart of Milwaukee and close to Lake Michigan, and Coast is exactly that! It is a very unique and elegant venue, and the renovations are beautiful! I loved that Coast included an outdoor patio and an indoor lounge area to give guests more options to relax and enoy themselves than just the standard dinner table seat or dance floor. Roxann was excellent to work with and really helped us with the overwhelming process of planning a wedding. I was happy that Zilli Hospitality group is all inclusive because that makes things much less stressful.
My husband and I received so many compliments on how beautiful our venue was and that the food was amazing.
The staff did a wonderful job making sure that as the bride and groom we had enough to eat, and even saved a plate of hors d’oeuvres from cocktail hour for us to enjoy since we were busy taking photos. They did a great job asking us throughout the night if we needed anything, even if it was just a refill from the bar.
One thing I really love about Zilli is that they put together a Thank You event for all of their brides and grooms at the end of the year to enjoy a night out at Coast as the guests! I would highly recommend Coast to anybody!
Lauren B
5.0
11/01/2018
My husband and I knew Coast was our perfect venue the first time we saw it. It's unique design and beautiful views of the lakefront were stunning! From our first meeting with Roxann to our big day, we could not have been more thrilled with the attention to detail and prompt responses to last minute changes.
Our wedding day went so smoothly with the help of Roxann and Jenny! They helped coordinate details with the vendors prior to and on the day of so that my husband and I could really focus on enjoying every moment of that day.
We are so grateful that we chose Coast for our venue and encourage others to do the same!
Chelsea F
5.0
10/31/2018
From day one we fell in love with the atmosphere and the people at Coast. Roxann and Jessica were two of my biggest supporters throughout the whole process. They answered all of my frantic bride phone calls and they made sure every detail was covered without even blinking an eye. McKenna was more than amazing as well. She facilitated a beautiful reception for my husband and I that we will never forget. We have received several compliments from family and friends about how beautiful the venue was along with what everyone remembers, the food. So many people were impressed with the catering and the different options that were available to everyone. Our pictures in front of the lake, the art museum, the multiple sculptures around the area, and the city buildings turned out absolutely stunning. I wouldn’t change a single thing about that day because everything at Coast was a dream come true. I would choose this venue and the people that run it a thousand times over again!!
Laura B
4.0
10/30/2018
I'll start by saying our wedding on 9/15/18 was absolutely spectacular and the staff at Coast truly went above and beyond in so many ways. The new renovations are stunning and we received SO many compliments from our guests about how beautiful and unique our venue was. The food was outstanding (even better than at the tastings), the service was prompt, and the view of the lake and downtown truly can't be beat. It is such a gem! Our contacts, Roxann and Jessica were knowledgeable and accommodating. The only complications that we ran into along the way were confusions about what was/not included in the contract language, complexities with requiring to put a tent on hold and cancel in advance (and receive a refund after the wedding) and version controls between documents. There were items that were agreed upon and settled that did not filter through to the final contract so we found yourselves always doing a very detailed review of everything to look for mistakes. Overwhelmingly though, we are so thankful for Coast and Zilli for making our wedding so special.
Side story - when we were unable to get our favorite beer (Oberon) due to seasonality, Roxann made a special stop and brought us a 6-pack on our wedding day. Truly above and beyond and such a sweet gesture!
Elizabeth C
5.0
8/22/2018
We recently had our wedding at this venue and the day was absolutely perfect. The venue is gorgeous and made the day convenient. We met at the venue and walked to take pictures by the art museum and lake. We had our ceremony on the patio overlooking the lake. Followed by the reception and dinner at Coast. My guests all raved about the venue. It is truly a beautiful and unique place. I worked with Jessica over the months to plan for the wedding. She was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was quick to respond to all my emails and questions. The actual day was flawless. I could focus on my marriage knowing that the staff were taking care of all the details. I cannot recommend this venue highly enough.
Sarah S
5.0
2/27/2018
I've just finished the wedding reception selection process (phew!), and although my fiance and I went with another venue - due solely to a different style/design that we preferred - I wanted to acknowledge Roxann H. from Zilli for being the best contact from any vendor or venue that we've talked with so far. She always responded very quickly and thoroughly, was incredibly organized and professional, but also very fun and easy to work with. She helped us tour multiple Zilli venues, got us in touch with the right people and more importantly, always made sure that those people got back to us with the information we needed. She made it clear that our vision for our day was always top of mind and really went the extra mile to accommodate our needs. Coast is a beautiful space and any bride & groom would be lucky to have Roxann on their team throughout the planning process. Thank you, Roxann!
Michael M
4.0
2/13/2018
From the initial tasting session to the evening of the event, Zilli was a pleasure to work with. The pricing is straight forward and simple to understand. We felt we were giving good pricing and offered great value. The only negatives were that we requested no nuts on a specific dessert and they all came out with with nuts, so some people couldn't enjoy the dessert. One other dish came out on the chilled side that was supposed to be warm/hot. Those two small issues weren't major enough to prevent me from using Zilli again. I'd recommend them in a heartbeat and will consider them for any future event. Thanks for helping us have a great night!
Emily O
5.0
12/04/2017
All staff were incredibly professional and consistently asked my parents and myself (the bride) if we needed anything or if we had any concerns. We were so impressed with how smooth the entire evening went. We would highly recommend Coast for your wedding! Thank you, Coast, for making our special day absolutely perfect!
Jenny D
5.0
11/14/2017
The staff was so helpful and nice throughout the whole process.. On our wedding day I was able to just relax and enjoy the wedding, and it was because the event planner did such a great job of making sure everything was taken care of. So many of our guests came up to tell us how much they loved the food, and how nice the bartenders and the rest of the staff was. I was so happy with how our wedding turned out.
Ryan K
5.0
10/22/2017
Outstanding! My husband and I were beyond impressed with Zilli and the staff. During our planning stages we worked with Roxann, who was amazingly quick to respond and very helpful in answering all of our questions. Even when she was on maternity leave the other staff at Zilli continued to be helpful and responsive to our questions and needs. We set up our own decor, which was a huge source of stress for me as far as when I could set up, where I would store the items, etc., and Roxann and Candy were so flexible in helping meet our needs and making it as easy as possible. There was literally nothing that went wrong the day of our wedding. I loved the little things the staff did, such as bring myself and my husband a platter of all the hors d'oeurves when we got seated for dinner in case we didn't get them during cocktail hour. The staff was also so helpful at the end of the night when we ran into an issue (not related to venue or reception), staying late into the night to help us. We were so appreciative. The food was wonderful, the service was outstanding, and our expectations were beyond met! Thank you guys!
Lindsey J
5.0
9/24/2017
Having our reception at Coast was the best decision we made. Everything was so incredibly perfect and beautiful. The food was amazing, the coordinators were accommodating, and you just can’t beat the space - indoor/outdoor seating, lakeviews, and in the heart of Milwaukee. This was my dream venue and it was surprisingly affordable.
Monica C
5.0
8/23/2017
We had an incredible wedding reception at Coast. Coming from Chicago, we were a bit concerned about having to book a reception out of town. Candy and Deanna, made us feel comfortable and relaxed from the very start. We Chicago folk can be picky eaters, but from the hors d'oeuvres to the entrees, everything was delicious. The flaming donut station was so much fun and so yummy. We loved the intimacy of the event space—even with our crowd of 186. Service was friendly, discrete and professional. Managers were quickly responsive to any request. Dance floor was more than adequate for our active group. We really enjoyed the the patio space for cocktails and star gazing. We got some great photos in front of Coast with the Art Museum as a back ground. Highly recommend this event space and Zilli Hospitality.
Joann K
5.0
8/02/2017
Coast and the North Garden is a fantastic venue - in addition, Zilli Hospitality did a wonderful job taking care of all the details of the wedding and reception. The deorations looked great! The food and drink were delicious - we got many compliments from our guests. Special thanks to Paul and his team for the service that exceeded our expectations.
Jody B
5.0
11/30/2016
Our wedding at Coast in November, 2016 was amazing! The whole experience was relaxing and easy from the very beginning. We met with Candy Z. first and had a great tour and conversation about the venue. After deciding that Coast the venue for us, we met with Roxann R., who helped to coordinate our event. She helped us with all the decisions and talked with even our outside vendors to make sure everyone was on the same page. Coast and it's staff even helped set up our decor since we are unable to do it ourselves. The food so extremely tasty. We got so many compliments from our guests regarding the venue, the decor, and the food.
My one only thing, which I heard through the guests, was that the bartender's didn't always have the best of attitudes towards some of the guests. Some guests would be ignored, some didn't get a very good face-to-face experience. There were guests who had a good experience with the bartenders , but there were quite a few other guests who did not have the same good experience.
All in all, the waitstaff walking around the venue helping to clear items were all smiling and wonderful. The venue was beautiful. The food was amazing and the process with Roxann and Candy was seamless and so pleasant.
Thank you to all who make our day so wonderful and memorable!!
Lauren D
4.0
11/17/2016
Zilli was so great the day of our reception. The day-of staff was helpful and friendly and there were plenty of bartenders so no one had to wait in a long line. They were also great helping me set-up/take-down (which I don't think I paid extra for). I got SO many compliments on the food and they were very accommodating with specialty meals (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.). The day-of staff made it really easy for me to just enjoy my day.
The reason I'm not giving them 5 stars - the time leading up to our day. I worked with Roxann Raven and Candy Zilli and they were really unresponsive. Several times it took them over a week to respond to my emails and I had to follow up with them multiple times. I addressed this with Candy, who promised to fix it, but it continued to happen. This was very disappointing, especially with the amount of money I paid them. Also, neither of them were present at my reception and it took more than a month after our event to receive our final invoice.
Sarah H
5.0
9/21/2016
We were thrilled with our reception at The Coast, and so were our guests. The location itself is unbeatable, with the lake, art museum, and downtown so close by, but the staff is also top notch. Both Candy and Roxann were very supportive in the planning process. The venue is unique and beautiful, the food is delicious, and the service is great! Our guests felt comfortable and relaxed and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Thank you, Zilli Hospitality!
Michelle B
5.0
9/21/2016
Zilli was wonderful throughout the planning process for our wedding ceremony and reception and the day of was spectacular. We would recommend Zilli Catering and Coast for a wedding reception!
Scott W
5.0
12/05/2015
We got married on August 15, 2015 at Coast. There are not enough positive adjectives to say about both the venue and Zilli (specifically, we thought Paul, Candy and Angie were so nice and helpful).
As an organization, Zilli is phenomenal. We viewed several sites around Milwaukee run by Zilli, including the Domes, the Milwaukee Public Museum and Coast. I am confident that had we had our wedding at any of these sites, our wedding would have been amazing.
From a cost perspective, Coast is very reasonable compared to a downtown Milwaukee hotel. In addition, the wedding packages are easy to understand. We also thought the food (and the experience at the tasting) was phenomenal. People are still complimenting us on how good the food was.
With regard to the actual venue, the second my wife and I walked into Coast, we fell in love with it. Its circular shape, different elevations and different table arrangements creates a unique close-knit environment for speeches, cake cutting, eating, dancing, etc. Also, the long bar and outdoor area are really cool and add great character to the venue. In short, we loved the set-up of the room because we were literally surrounded by our closest family and friends during speeches, dancing, etc. It was such an amazing experience that I can't stop smiling writing this review! :) Make sure you visit the venue, because I think physically walking around the venue helps you realize how special and unique it is.
We had our wedding ceremony in the North Garden on a sunny day. Our pictures and video (with the Art Museum and the lake in the background) look like they could be in a bridal magazine. I can't envision a more beautiful place to get married in downtown Milwaukee. However, even had the weather been cloudy / rainy, I still think the pictures would have turned out great (e.g., we could have taken them inside of Coast, which is beautiful, or at our hotel).
Finally, I want to emphasize that from start to finish, Paul and Candy at Zilli went above and beyond to make sure we had the wedding of our dreams. They were responsive, thoughtful, flexible and provided some of the best customer service one could imagine. In addition, on the day of the wedding, Paul and his staff worked tirelessly to make sure our wedding was flawless (e.g., Paul coordinated with all of the vendors, made sure everyone had enough to eat, drink, etc.).
We really can't say enough good things about both the venue (Coast and the North Garden) and our experience working with Zilli. We highly recommend this venue and working with Zilli.
Thank you again!!
Tamar and Scott
Lemonica J
5.0
12/02/2015
We planned our wedding for two years and had an excellent outcome for our wedding. Being two brides they didn't treat us any different were very welcoming and the wedding planners were very attentive. The day of the manager made sure we were well fed, hydrated, and also put cupcakes aside for both of us while we were dancing the night away. Food was excellent and staff very professional. I would recommend Zilli Hospitality at Coast anytime.
Alison B
5.0
10/30/2015
We had our wedding reception at ZHG's Miller Pavilion, and it was truly the most wonderful night! The Zilli staff was fabulous to work with, from booking and planning, to the wait staff, event manager and the bartenders! They made us feel so special, like VIPs! They did a fantastic job setting up our reception, it was so nice and elegant! They were very professional and one of the more affordable venues in downtown Milwaukee. The views and location were fabulous! A true first class venue and group to work with! Thank you ZHG for making our wedding so very special and memorable!!
4.0
10/26/2015
My daughter got married in July 2015 at Coast and until Paul got involved this review would have been quite different. We had a few problems with clashing personalities that I was willing to overlook, but the most disturbing problems came the week of the wedding. Without going into detail just suffice it to say there were some gross mistakes made. After the wedding I reached out the management of Coast and was put in contact with Paul, I explained that before I put damaging comments online I wish for you to see my current review of Coast. Paul took the opportunity to spend a lot of time with me and with his employees discussing and understanding the issues that arose. He received everything constructively and addressed each issue as a learning experience for his entire team. I applaud him for his efforts to continue to make Coast one of the preferred venues in Milwaukee. The great thing was our guests never knew there were any issues. They were blown away by the venue, service and quality of food as it was all top notch. Though we had some issues I feel they were all addressed and these mistakes will never be repeated. If I had it all to do again Coast would be my first choice.
Mia D
5.0
10/15/2015
We had our ceremony on the patio at Coast and reception inside- the staff were extremely helpful in making our wedding day flow and creating an atmosphere our guests absolutely loved. We had many compliments on the food- "best wedding food ever" "wish they could come back for more"- to summarize a few. We chose Coast at Zilli Lake and Gardens because of the spectacular location, modern inside, and great staff. Roxann and Candy helped us with understanding the pricing and different options for food and drink. It was an awesome day all around- we really had time to enjoy our wedding and meet with our guests because the staff handled the transition of events throughout the day seamlessly. Many of our family members are already asking if we can repeat the day. Thanks for your help in making our day wonderful!
Brooke S
5.0
8/14/2015
Working with Paul, Madeline, and Jordan the night of wedding was outstanding! They were all extremely attentive to say the least. I was a little sick, I had a cough, and they would hand me a water bottle if I was coughing and without a drink. Our June 2015 wedding took place in the north garden where we did portraits after the ceremony. Madeline brought over champagne for me and the groom. Later she brought over appetizers for the bridal party. As we got in we met Paul who over saw the night. We did not go without a drink or a need all night.
The food was great! From the hand passed appetizers to the chicken and beef. We even put picture of the appetizers in our wedding album because it was such a nice set up.
Everyone loved the outdoor seating on the hot summer night to cool off after dance. Coast has a perfect layout, no one was crowded, everything flowed.
I never waited for a drink at the bar Jordan remember me and what I like to drink and would have it ready immediately.
I would recommend Coast to anyone who is looking to have a simple, relaxing night that flows smoothly.
5.0
6/26/2015
We were very pleased with Zilli from start to finish for our June 2015 reception. The moment we walked into Coast we knew this was the venue we had in mind - downtown, a great view of the lake, and a nice outdoor patio. Overall our reception was very affordable and our guests enjoyed the food and location! Candy and Roxann were great during the planning phase and Paul provided excellent service during the reception. We highly recommend Zilli!
Bridget F
4.0
6/24/2015
We had our ceremony at the North Garden and reception at Coast. Coast is a very unique venue and was loved by all our guests. The use of the outdoor patio for the cocktail hour was a bonus. Both Candy and Roxann were responsive to my numerous questions. The food at the reception was fantastic!
5.0
10/22/2014
If you want to have your wedding reception at a venue where the staff is extremely capable yet warm and never flustered even when you are, then Coast is the place for you.
If you hope the staff is willing to listen to every request you have and will try to make it work ...
If you want your host to be calm and collected, "Everything's under control - just enjoy yourself," "Is there anything you need?" "We're here for you" ...
If you want amazing food and drink served quickly and efficiently ...
If you want an incredible view of the lakefront and, providing the weather's decent, a huge outdoor patio where your guests can enjoy it for an hour before dinner and several hours after ...
If you want what has to be one of the best places for a wedding reception in downtown Milwaukee, then Coast is DEFINITELY the place for you.
Susan S
5.0
10/21/2014
We decided to go back to Coast for son #2's wedding reception. We had such a quality experience the first time with son #1, we decided to return. Candy is easy to work with in determining the large picture items; Roxann was great to work with on all the details. The reception was a great value, the venue is beautiful, and the staff was kind and very accommodating. I would certainly recommend Zilli's and Coast for a quality experience.
Amanda V
5.0
9/01/2014
We had our wedding at Coast in August 2014 and it everything went perfectly! The ceremony was outside in the North Garden and the reception was inside Coast. Food was delicious and the staff was all great. Everyone had wonderful feedback on the night and how unique the venue was. Candy was great to work with as well.
Erin C
5.0
7/06/2014
This was a beautiful venue! Our guests loved the lounge area and the modern ambiance. The food was spectacular; we got so many compliments from our guests. I would highly recommend Coast and Zilli Hospitality!
Staci K
5.0
6/23/2014
My husband and I used Coast at Zilli Lake and Gardens in Milwaukee. The first visit we made to Coast, we spoke with Paul R. After he gave us a tour, we immediately knew that we wanted our wedding reception at Coast. Paul was one of the main reasons we booked with Coast-assuring us that we could discuss any issue/matter to our liking. Margaret K was also an enormous help with our planning. She emailed almost daily verifying that I was completing everything and making sure she had an understanding of exactly everything I wanted. Both Paul and Margaret were extremely thorough, and both made sure everything would go smoothly. When we arrived at the reception, I was shocked at how beautiful it looked. The patio was amazing, and utilized by many of our guests all night. The fire/waterfall was breathtaking and was a beautiful addition to the outside decor. In addition, I can't even count how many of our guests complimented on how amazing the food tasted! All staff was extremely helpful and friendly- I couldn't have imagined a better venue for our reception, and couldn't have asked for a more helpful and caring staff. I would recommend Coast to anyone looking for the perfect wedding reception venue!
5.0
10/03/2013
If you want the perfect wedding reception for your daughter contact Zilli Hospitality. They are amazing! It is almost impossible to find the words to describe the remarkable job performed by Candy, Paul, Jordan, and Connie. I was worried about planning an out of town wedding but the moment we walked into The Coast and met Candy I knew that we had found the ideal place. She made the whole planning experience easy and FUN! Without hesitation she included unique personal touches including serving the same appetizer that was served at our wedding reception and making the salad using my mother’s Greek dressing recipe. The reception itself was a dream come true. The setting was stunning with views of the lake and the Milwaukee skyline. The food was delicious, everyone raved about their meal. The wait staff was attentive and accommodated our every need. The DJ did a terrific job, the dance floor was full the entire evening. The only difficult thing about the entire experience was having it end and leaving The Coast. Thank you so very much Candy Zilli and Zilli Hospitality!
Eileen G
5.0
7/30/2013
July 2013 - I was very happy with the interesting layout at Coast - different levels for bar, dance floor/lounge, and dining made for a great "flow" on the night of my reception. People could dance, hang out, or visit on the patio overlooking the lake throughout the evening, instead of just hovering in one room or being divided between dancing and bar. The food was excellent - even better than I'd hoped after the tasting. The catering staff was prompt and polite throughout the planning process. I received quick responses to every inquiry and was able to get exactly what I wanted within my budget. I was nervous about having to use their dedicated DJ service - DJ's on the Mix - but it turned out very well. Throughout the planning and on the night of the wedding, I was treated with kindness, respect, and attention by the DJ's, bar staff, wait staff, and everyone involved with Zilli Hospitality. I am pleased with how the day turned out and I am happy to offer my enthusiastic recommendation.
Amy G
5.0
9/13/2012
We hosted our wedding for 125 at Coast in August. They were easy to work with and helped me fill in any missing pieces to create our perfect day. Our end result was amazing and exceeded our expectations. The food was unbelievably delicious. The staff exceptional and attentive. I can not tell you how often we heard from our guests that we had the best wedding they had ever been to,and it was very apparent our guests enjoyed themselves and truly meant it!!
Lauren M
5.0
8/12/2012
I HIGHLY recommend having Zilli cater ANY event. The food was amazing at the wedding (we had a buffet) and I heard so many compliments from guests throughout the evening.
The tasting was also a blast. We got to try everything they offered and learned a lot about our options. They have a pretty extensive menu to choose from and had beautiful presentation.
I will be going to their restaurant for my anniversary every year because it was that good! :)
Mallory M
5.0
7/13/2012
I must admit, I have ditched other bride's buffets because I do not care for "wedding food." Coast does not have "wedding food," instead we enjoyed delicious dinners. The steaks will melt in your mouth, and the chicken is very moist. We had tons of compliments from our guests, and everything came out hot! The appetizers were wonderful too. Their presentation is beautiful as well. It is very nicely arranged. We were impressed and pleased with it. The service was good throughout the night. Our guests enjoyed themselves!
Andrea B
5.0
6/11/2012
The staff at Coast worked with me A TON to make sure they were within my budget and that everything would be just how I wanted it. They did a great job! Got so many compliments on the venue from family/friends.
Ashley T
5.0
4/18/2012
The venue was amazing. The atmosphere was just what we were looking for and the girl on site that day, Sara, was a god send. She was aware of what I needed before I did! The staff was very friendly as well. Guest were highly impressed with the food as well.
Michelle G
5.0
11/14/2010
My husband and I utilized Coast and Zilli's for our wedding reception. We received numerous compliments on the unique venue as well as the food. We had a station dinner service with 4 different food stations guests could enjoy and all of the food was delicious! I enjoyed the stations much more than the traditional sit down dinner. I would recommend Coast and Zilli's to any couple looking for a modern venue in downtown Milwaukee.
Rachel B
5.0
9/27/2010
they were very accommodating and friendly. the day of the wedding they covered every detail perfectly.
Thea W
5.0
11/21/2008
Great restaurant with wonderful food. Very modern but elegant decor with a few of the lakefront and downtown. Outdoor patio small but nice dance floor grand piano wave bar with great cocktails smaller rooms for bridal party use great event coordinator included parking beneath building close to everything downtown including hotels great place for cake setup with skylight above professional staff etc.
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