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d and attention to detail and guidance on the planning process was wonderful. The food was amazing— catered by Moveable Feast & Co…we got so many compliments from our guests and of course had to visit the restaurant leading up to the wedding to get more! Day of the wedding of course comes with challenges but Brenna our day of coordinator took charge and made sure the day was perfect. From the beauty of the venue, the great food, ease with vendors & support from the team — our special day was perfect.

rk with, communicated quickly, and brought my visions to life. Guests LOVED how unique the space was, the layout, and how yummy the food was!! I would highly recommend doing a walk through of the venue and trust me- you’ll fall in love !

edding the Onsite Venue Representative was very sharp and rude to the wedding party. This disrespect ensued yelling and micromanaging vendors on site. Throughout the entire event the representative was a massive distraction by disrespecting the family and making executive decisions without proper consent. The emotional tirade curtailed vendors from doing their jobs effectively, and casted a dark cloud over a unique and special event. To report this hellacious experience I reached out to the Director. After ignoring my initial feedback, she finally responded by not taking accountability of the issue that transpired from her rep and becoming complacent to the actions that were documented. Overall, the Director didn't offer any remedy for the hideous behavior!

prompt. Ashton, my day-of coordinator, was amazing—she assisted with everything from setup and helping the guys get ready to bustling my dress and cleaning up. Company 251 truly made the wedding planning process so much easier, and I couldn’t be more grateful to have had my wedding at this venue.

nd made sure I had what I needed, not only on wedding day, but through entire the process leading up to it. Rachel and Brenna were by my side and I truly couldn’t be more grateful! From planning, to timelines, to vendor set up and day of needs, they had it covered! I couldn’t be happier 😊

entire planning process was a game-changer. Her attention to detail, quick responses, and proactive approach made everything smooth and stress-free, setting us up for a perfect day. On the wedding day, Brenna’s presence was nothing short of incredible. She was the epitome of calm, collected, and organized. Her ability to handle every detail with such grace and efficiency allowed us to enjoy every moment without a single worry. Brenna’s meticulous preparation and reassuring demeanor made a world of difference, ensuring that everything unfolded flawlessly. Company 251 truly excels in thinking of every single detail to create an unforgettable experience. From the elegant decor to the seamless flow of events, every aspect was thoughtfully planned and executed. The venue itself is breathtaking, but it’s the level of care and dedication from Rachel, Brenna, and the entire team that makes Company 251 stand out as a top-tier choice for any couple looking to have their dream wedding. If you’re searching for a venue that not only offers a stunning setting but also provides unparalleled support and attention to detail, Company 251 is the answer. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect day, and we are so grateful to Rachel and Brenna for making our wedding truly magical. Highly recommend!

re planning process. Rachel Adams, our point of contact, was incredible at answering all our questions, communicating all details and financials with us, and accommodating all of our requests and customizations. Our day-of coordinator, Maureen, was super friendly and professional. She truly ensured the day went off without a hitch and kept my husband and I stress free. It was a dream to work with Rachel and Maureen. We loved every aspect of Co251. The interior design of the space is classy and timeless--it doesn't need extra décor at all, really, but easily supports any design or flair you want to add. The menu was expansive and customizable. The food was delicious, the wait staff was great, and the bartenders were so friendly and fun. Our guests were raving about the venue all night! We could not recommend this venue enough and feel so lucky to have chosen Company 251 for our special day.

as all inclusive. Most venues in the city- we would have had to rent EVERYTHING on our own - down to the silverware, glassware, chairs, etc. I knew immediately that I didn't want that. When we reached out to Co251 and saw that they did just about everything - we were sold. They do their own catering through Movable Feast, the bar, decor, day-of coordination and even have fun add-ons. Obviously, the venue aesthetics were completely stunning as well. Co251 was at the top of our budget, but completely worth it considering everything we got included. Rachel worked with us from the beginning, and talked through every detail and answered every question. She was so prompt and thorough- especially for new brides who have never done this before! She was so patient and excited for us. Our wedding day went completely without a hitch. Brenna was our day of coordinator and she was outstanding. She set up our decor even better than I imagined and kept the day on track - she even managed all of our vendors for the day. It was such a relief having that as a part of the venue package. The food was outstanding, the bar staff were hilarious. We truly have not stopped getting compliments on our wedding day. It was so special. I wish we could do it all over again!

e the big day was so so helpful and accommodating. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, every single staff member that was at our wedding was SO kind and helpful and our day of coordinator Ashton was perfect and made sure everything ran without a hitch. THE FOOD IS EXCEPTIONAL!!! Everyone raved about it and my husband and I loved it too (coming from a picky eater himself). The staff does quite literally everything you need day of and prior to, to the point I kept looking at my husband like “can you imagine if we had to do all that ourselves???” as I know some other venues are just the space - Co 251 really does it all. And truthfully, the cost is extremely appropriate for everything that it entails so if there is any sticker shock with this venue, I would encourage you to triple check the numbers as it is an amazing value for what comes with it. :) I cannot recommend this space enough. So thankful we found it and chose it for our wedding!!

ade our planning easy! I appreciated their flexibility and willingness to work with the needs of our event. The day of servers and bartenders were kind, helpful, hardworking and friendly to the guests. Everyone went above and beyond to make the event a success. I highly recommend working with Company 251.

ld have dreamed for our wedding. The staff were extraordinarily helpful and our personal hype people for us during the planning process + the wedding day (Rachel, Brenna, and Alyse were perfect!!) One thing to be aware of if you are looking to have the full experience at Company 251 is that there are quite a few add ons when it comes to the food, details, and other packages (that can quickly add up in price, especially if you have fancy taste like me). But I would HIGHLY recommend working with Company 251 if you are looking to get married in the Chicagoland area. I cannot describe how loved and pampered we felt on our wedding day and throughout the planning process!!

and food we are still hearing about how fantastic our day was. If you are considering using company 251 for your wedding or event, I say do it!! You will not regret a thing!

day of coordinators with me everyday I would, so helpful and professional. We received so many compliments over the food and bar! I could not be more grateful for our experience here!!!

estly didn’t have to go further than the first floor to be completely sold during the initial tour. The venue had the exact look I was going for – elegant and modern. The white brick and ceilings, the dark floors, and the gold accents in the lighting all give it a very classy art-deco feel. You can then take the elevator, which I was absolutely obsessed with, to the second floor for the dining. The natural wood floors give this space so much character. The high quality tables they use, again with all of the accents, gives the space a very warm feeling. And while guests are not allowed on the 4th floor, you can take some incredible photos up there! Aside from the venue itself, the food is incredible. When I found out Moveable Feast is the company that prepares the food, I knew I had to have my wedding here. My main goal for the wedding was to provide our guests with great food, drinks, and dancing. Co. 251 hit the ball out of the park with the food and drinks! I’ve received so many compliments from guests raving about the appetizers and their meal. And lastly, the people. You can have an amazing venue but really crappy service, which ultimately can ruin your experience, but that is not the case for Co. 251. Rachel, who handles the contract and the behind-the-scenes logistics was amazing. She was very responsive and was very accommodating when I wasn’t too keen on the wine options for the Tier 2 drink package (I will say, their house wine is incredible! I was very pleasantly surprised and very much enjoyed it during dinner). Lastly, but certainly not least, is Beverly, the day-of coordinator. I absolutely love and adore her. Half the reason I’m sad the wedding is over is because I won’t get to see her anymore! Beverly was my fairy godmother leading up to and on the day of the wedding. Anything I may have wanted or needed, Beverly was sure to make it happen. She made sure I had food to eat during the cocktail hour and worked seamlessly with my wedding planner. She was professional and respectful, as she didn’t want to step on my wedding planners toes (my wedding planner absolutely loved Beverly and loved working with her). To any bride looking at venues in the Western suburbs, I highly recommend looking at Co. 251. It is such a hidden gem. A venue like this in the city will cost you easily $20k+ more. You definitely get what you pay for here and I don’t think you will be disappointed!

eautiful, it felt modern while also being a warm & classic which was exactly what we were looking for. Throughout the planning process we worked with Beverly & Rachel – both of whom were so extremely warm and a pleasure to work with. They made the planning process a breeze, and were totally flexible any time we asked for something out of the ordinary. Beverly & Rachel worked with us & our planner to ensure our big day looked exactly the way we wanted it too and made it feel so special and personalized to us. Beverly even brought us each a signature cocktail and tray of apps to enjoy in the bridal suite after the ceremony and before heading to cocktail hour – which was a lifesaver as we probably would have missed them otherwise. Our signature cocktails & food were absolutely to die for, like the best wedding food I have ever had, we still hear about the food from all of our guests. Also the Co251 service & bartending staff was exceptional. Everyone went above & beyond for both us and our guests. I loved our whole experience with Company 251 from start to finish – they made our wedding day so special, elegant & stress free. If you are thinking about booking Company 251 just do it!

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our guests, this would be the one! The ceremony space is beautiful, intimate, and elegant. With a grand piano on site, you are able to make use of it, or simply have it as a stunning piece for photos. The bridal suite and groom suite were perfect for our bridal party and helped us calm our nerves before saying “I do.” Getting to spend that extra time with your family and friends really helps! The food was phenomenal, the bartenders knew how to get everyone to party, and our coordinator Beverly did a great job managing the entire evening to make sure everything went smoothly! Overall, our experience was a 10/10. Everyone seemed to have a fantastic time and we were thrilled with the outcome of it all. We recommend Company 251 to any and all! Cheers!

ble wait staff, bartenders + kitchen staff. I cannot recommend them enough!

additional decor. It was so nice to have everything taken care of in-house (food, drinks, day-of coordinator, place settings, furniture, silverware) so that we didn't need to coordinate with other rental companies. All of the serving staff were so friendly and Rachel & Beverly were dreams to work with throughout the planning process; our other vendors also raved about how much they loved working with Co. 251. We were initially worried about having a buffet-style meal because we didn't want people to have to wait too long, but dinner & drink service were both efficient and fast and the food was amazing!

ng. Beautiful light fixtures, furniture, finishes,and accessories throughout. Gabbie was the absolute best. SO helpful and on top of every single thing. The night of, Gabbie and the entire staff went above and beyond. We received so many compliments on the venue and the food. I still have not stopped looking at our wedding photos. We wish we could relive that day all over again.

h. Always responsive via email and quick to answer, especially in the months leading up when I had 100+ questions. The service the night of was amazing; from the servers to the bartenders! We had made so many special requests for unique ideas and the coordinators were willing to help make our ideas come to life. Our wedding day was truly so relaxing and we will forever thank the team here for making this possible!

th and were very responsive to emails and questions, making the planning process that much easier as a bride. Cannot recommend Co251 enough and I wish we could do it all over!!

to work with. She executed our vision perfecting, was thoughtful, made great suggestions and made our guests feel so welcome. I can't recommend Co251 and wish we could do the wedding all over again!

utely stunning. It is elegant, modern, and clean. Moveable feast has the most delicious food and we received so many compliments regarding the food. Personally, I want to especially thank Gabbie from Co251 and 5 stars is truly not enough. Gabbie knew the space, provided great insight and recommendations, and she was a crucial part to our event running so smoothly. I truly do not know how one person was able to do as much as she did. She made me feel taken care of throughout the whole process and especially the day of our wedding. I am beyond thankful that Gabbie was part of the Co251 team, she did a fantastic job.

azing to work with, but the entire team. Everyone was so quick to respond and happy to help with whatever was needed. Even our family and bridal party noticed how great the team was starting on the day of the rehearsal. The food catered through Moveable Feast & Co is so pretty & delicious. Our guest could not stop talking about how beautiful our day was. I am so sad it's over but just so thankful to have had the experience we did. Company 251 will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

y of coordinator and she was AMAZING! She decorated the space and it exceeded our expectations. She was so friendly, professional, and we had several changes throughout the week of our wedding and she made sure they were all done by the wedding day. Courtney and Israel were our bartenders and omg…. They were fabulous!!! So friendly and made amazing drinks! We loved them. If you’re choosing a wedding venue, you won’t go wrong with company 251 and they will make your day absolutely perfect!!!!!

ple employee changes during our long engagement, we never felt we were forgotten about or not important! All employees answered our questions and concerns quickly and helped us through every step - including advice on vendors when we couldn't decide! Rachel, Gabbie, and Bev were all so wonderful to work with. We couldn't have asked for a better team to be in charge of our wedding day. Our wedding turned out beautiful and we are so glad we picked Company 251!

e, I had absolutely nothing to worry about! The venue itself is beyond beautiful and checked all the boxes and more for our wedding. Thank you so much CO251!

with Abbie and she was so amazing throughout planning. She worked with all our vendors and made sure everything went the exact way we hoped. I couldn’t be more grateful to have had her to help guide us through it all! She ran such a wonderful event! And for the food… we got SOO many compliments on how great our food was. Everything was hot, served extremely fast, and just so beautiful. And the space itself oh my goodness, just absolutely dreamy. I couldn’t imagine our day anywhere but at company 251! We are so blessed to have gotten to work with such a wonderful team! Highly, highly recommend everything about this venue!

mately landed as a high recommendation from us based on all of these things plus their personable service & staff. Abbie was with us every step of the way in planning to ensure our wedding day would be perfect. She was our day-of coordinator on site making sure every flower was in place, we had drinks in our hands at all times, and things moved along without us even knowing. We got SO many compliments on the FOOD! The apps as well as the buffet dinner were just as appealing visually as they were delicious. The space fit our 200 guests perfectly, and the dance floor was big enough to welcome all - a big factor for us! Each corner of the space is unique and gorgeous, but leaves room to make it uniquely your own. CO251 rarely said no to our requests, and were happy to accommodate making the day our own. We can't say enough good things about Company 251 and hope to be wedding guests here so we have an excuse to come back!

ur day effortless and stress free. They are extremely upfront about all costs which made budgeting and the planning process easy. My partner and I were able to actually enjoy our wedding and dinner without having to run around to various vendors. The CO251 staff was able to create smooth transitions between events. The in-house catering, Moveable Feast provided amazing food with really unique options and pairings. Our guests were blown away by everything. Worth every penny and will leave your guests impressed. Thank you for making our day so special!

perfect. The venue and food are incredible and everyone at the end of the night told us it was the best wedding they have ever been too. Abbie at Co251 is a saint. Book this venue now while you can and know you will have minimal stress the day of the event. Can't say enough good things. You can get a sense of their food at their restaurant in Wheaton (Movable Feast) and you will like it. Spend a little more and it will definitely show. Still getting texts/calls talking about how good it was.

venue in the Chicago suburbs. The venue's simplicity allows the client to decorate it however you'd like while also looking breathtaking by itself. Company 251 also provides a space where we hosted our ceremony and reception which we desired, especially during the winter month. Our time in the bridal and grooms' suite was perfect for getting ready and photo opportunities. We could also not say good enough things about their staff and food. Abbie was flexible, communicative, and positive throughout the whole planning process. She was very organized and truly did everything she could to accommodate our needs and desires. We were rarely told 'no.' The catering staff was also very genuine and hardworking. We still continue to get compliments from our guest about how good the food was and the buffet style service was presented and executed very well. We were pleased to support Moveable Feast, internal caterers and owners of Company 251, which has now become our favorite local business. We only have positive things to say about Company 251 and have no regrets with hosting our wedding there!

Abbie was so helpful with getting everything lined up and running smoothly on our big day. They were all VERY accommodating. This venue and catering is 100% worth the price.

ocess and made sure our day went flawlessly. Madison is there to help guide you along and make sure you have everything you need. The food is unmatched - this was a major aspect that my husband and I cared a lot about - and our guests had raving reviews. Because Co251 has such a chic aesthetic, any decor you bring in fits in perfectly. I cannot recommend Co251 more - if your date is available, do not hesitate to book!

bathrooms :) The food is AMAZING - everyone could not stop raving about the vibe, decor , staff and food the entire night and still a month later. THE STAFF- I can go on all day but I will say EVERYONE is so fantastic! HUGE SHOUTOUT AND THANK YOU TO ABBIE- she's the best and made planning and unfortunately postponing our wedding (AND out of state I might add) the smoothest it could have possibly been. She was so thoughtful, responsive, accommodating and just a beautiful person inside and out! We are beyond blessed to have had our big day everything we imagined and more and majority of it has to do with Company 251. Thank you again for everything!

they made it possible. They were so understanding and kind throughout it all! The food is THE BEST ever. We have some tough critics in our family and they LOVED every bite! Madison made sure everything ran smoothly from planning to day-of. Our wedding was perfect because of Co251. Our families and friends are still raving that we had the best wedding ever, which is all thanks to this beautiful venue and their team! Thank you, Co251!!

of Covid little was available) they came towards home in the western suburbs. Instantly knew this was the right venue for them when they walked in. (It’s popular and we had limited Saturday nights available there too.) The tasting and walk through evening event like you were attending a wedding gave you lots of ideas on how the evening would flow as well as suggested vendors. Movable Feast owns several restaurants and they cater the venue. We have heard nothing but rave reviews from family and friends, “venue was upscale and kind of swanky, the food was incredible, cocktail hour trio and band was perfect, we booked them because they were familiar with playing that venue and the Co251 staff was a total class act. Everyone was pleasant and cheerfully welcoming. They worked hard to make sure that everything was exactly as we had requested it to be. Worked in tandem with our own wedding planner and mother of the bride (me) who is crazy when it comes to details. They even asked through out the night if everything was going as planned, did we need anything, etc. Friendly, gave great advice and feedback during planning, were prompt getting back to us with questions and details. The “team” are all obvious pros at their craft. Based on previews, photos in the space are going to be spectacular. They have given us a night to remember for years to come!

he wedding/catering coordinators & staff went above & beyond for us on our big day! Abbie (& Maddie) were so organized & so on point with each and every detail & quite honestly knocked it out of the park! I could not have asked for better staff & service! The Co 251 team honestly couldn't not have done a better job! The catering from moveable feast was phenomenal! Highly recommend!! If you want a seamless beautiful and amazing wedding or event you definitely need to use Co 251 & Moveable Feast!! I cannot say enough great things about them both! I am still getting calls & texts from our guests just raving about our wedding! Like I said... HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

mic, I have had the pleasure of working with Co251 for almost 3 years. During this time, the staff has been nothing but supportive and collaborative. The space and food speak for themselves, but I have gotten so many compliments from my guests. It truly was a beautiful, well-organized event because of Company 251.

work with during the planning process and they answered all of my questions/emails making sure that all of my needs/desires were met. On the day of the wedding, Madison went above and beyond to coordinate with vendors and make sure everything was perfect so I didn’t have to worry about a thing! The staff was amazing, the food was incredible, and I didn’t have a single issue the entire day! I have gotten nothing but positive feedback from all of my guests about the amazing food, venue and experience that they had here!

remony on our original date. When we realized our postponed celebration was still not going to go on as planned due to the pandemic in winter of 2021, we tried to work with all of our vendors on alternatives. All of our vendors were so flexible and understanding and willing to adapt to make our lives easier. That was not the case for Company 251. They were unwilling to negotiate at all and forced us to have a party or lose the food money we had already put down (though the food money never would have been spent at this point). There were very few openings to reschedule. Though they market that customer service is key, I did not have that experience. The owners were not once willing to talk to us or make us feel heard. We know this was a hard year for restaurants and events, but it was a hard year for everyone and they were completely unable to connect on that. When we did have our party, the event manager never once approached me, my husband, or our parents to say hello or check if we needed anything. In addition, they never got the DJ his vendor meal when he asked, forcing him to go through our line so we could stay on time with dancing. 40 minutes into dinner service (it was supposed to be out for 1.5 hours), the majority of the food was gone. Many of us that got into line after the first 30 minutes missed out on sandwiches, veggies, etc. We paid for over 12 people more than we had, so there is really no reason to run out that quickly. Water pitchers were never refilled for guests and they ran out of appetizer napkins extremely early. It’s unfortunate to spend so much money at a place and not get the benefits you are supposed to be paying for… “once in a lifetime exerperiences, top notch service, etc.”

re was only one that felt right, Co251! My husband and I loved the industrial, high-end and neutral space of Company 251. The venue is SO spacious and every aesthetic detail is gorgeous (lots of amazing spots for photos!). Being a Covid bride, we had to postpone our date 3 times and Emily and the team at Co251 were there to help in any way they could. The team is organized, friendly and made our special day that much more perfect. And of course, I can't forget to mention how amazingly delicious the food is from Moveable Feast. I personally have so many dietary restrictions and the team created a special meal just for me that was amazing! Our guests had a wonderful time and were raving about how beautiful the space is. I can't recommend this venue enough. If you are looking for the perfect wedding venue or event space, look no further than Co251. Thank you! <3

ganize and make sure everything is on track. We did not have to worry about a thing. The decor is so pretty and the food is so good!