Stated Yet Quiet Elegance
300+ guests
AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Concorde Banquets is a wedding venue located in Kildeer, IL. Though only a 45-minute drive away from downtown Chicago, this property offers a secluded, tranquil setting for milestone occasions. Beauty and privacy are the cornerstones of this venue, as reflected by the quiet pond with gentle swans on their grounds. For over 30 years, their elegantly chic facilities have been the site of many unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime events.
When hosting at Concorde Banquets, you and your partner will be able to share your day with up to 800 guests. The venue is complete with various versatile event sites which can be adjusted and decorated to fit you and your beloved's unique preferences. Whether you've been envisioning romantic drapery, a dazzling head table, purple uplighting, or something entirely different, they've got you covered. Known for their stated, spacious ballrooms, the establishment offers ample space for celebratory meals and dancing. For unique photo opportunities throughout the day, you and your loved ones can take advantage of the venue's lush grounds which feature an eye-catching gazebo.
From wedding days to anniversaries and every special moment in between, Concorde Banquets's event staff invites couples to celebrate with them. To simplify the planning process, the team has thoughtfully curated three wedding menu packages that to-be-weds can choose from for outstanding catering options. The in-house culinary team's goal is to epitomize the classical banquet experience through their services. To achieve this, they offer an array of delicious entrée options, ranging from Australian lobster tail to broiled filet mignon. For seamless reception dining experiences, the venue's skilled service staff would be happy to assist.
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4.8
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Concorde Banquets received glowing reviews for its amazing wedding experiences, outstanding service, and delicious food. Reviewers praised Joanna and the entire staff for their helpfulness and professionalism. The venue's beautiful lighting, stunning scenery, and inclusive pricing were highlighted as well. Guests were impressed with the customizable spaces, wide variety of appetizers, and seamless organization provided by the team, making Concorde Banquets a highly recommended choice for weddings.Review photos
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Aleis B
5.0
1/25/2025
We loved our wedding experience at Concorde - the team (especially Joanna) was amazing to work with and met our needs for both the ceremony and reception. During the planning process, Joanna led us through choices and helped coordinate all vendor communication. The food was truly amazing (all guests were impressed) and service for the dinner was phenomenal. I would host another party here without a doubt!
Maggie T
5.0
12/24/2024
Wow. We can not express how absolutely perfect our fall/winter wedding was at the Concorde! First, we want to mention Joanna, who was amazing and made the process of planning with the venue so easy for us. Our wedding was in November, and we were really sad that we were going to miss the Christmas lights at the Concorde as they normally don't start until December. However, on the day of our wedding, everything was lit up and absolutely STUNNING. The trees outside the windows were dressed up in lights and were an absolutely beautiful backdrop for our photos - we believe we have Joanna to thank for this, and it was a total surprise! Then there is the food.... INCREDIBLE. Our guests still rave about the incredible steak we had - not like any other banquet food they've tried! On top of this, the staff and service was so attentive, so prompt, and so put together... and the pricing of everything was transparent and so inclusive. We could not have been happier with our choice to select the Concorde as our wedding venue and working with Joanna.
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Becky C
1.0
9/25/2024
I was so excited to have my event at the Concorde after reading reviews. I worked with Joanna. After my second payment, around 2 days we had to cancel the event and I asked for a credit. They said I would be able to use the credit for future use. Once I started to find a use for it, they were making it impossible to use. Then they said I could sell my credit. Once I found the new client according to their terms, the Concorde and Joanna changed it saying the event dates had to be identical for the credit to be used which wasnt in the terms. The way they treated me after spending 6k is horrible. I have tried a few times to use it and have the owner call me, but no one gets back and Joanna becomes short and abrupt when looking at options. I wish I had used the Stonegate instead of the Concorde. They have never treated me or my family poorly. I would highly advise anyone to look at other venues. All they want is your business and once you need flexibility, they refuse to work with you.
Kasia M
5.0
5/20/2024
AMAZING!! That's the easiest way that I can describe the experience working with the staff at Concorde. Joanna was absolutely fantastic with helping us make sure our day would be special for us. All of our guests are still talking about how delicious the food was and how great the waitstaff was taking care of them as well. We did our ceremony and reception all on site and we both felt so relaxed because everything was running so smoothly. I will definitely come back for future events. Thank you again!
Raquel T
5.0
12/13/2023
The entire staff at the Concorde were absolutely amazing during the whole planning process and the night of our wedding reception. Joanna helped us stay on top of our timeline. She worked with us on last minute additions and deletions. The night manager for the night of our wedding reception was outstanding as well! We received so many compliments from our guests on how delicious the food was!
Dominika R
5.0
10/24/2023
We couldn't have asked for a better experience with Joanna at Concorde Banquets on our special day. From the initial meeting towards the end all our needs were met. The quality of their work exceeded our expectations. Our guests were raving about delicious food and the great service provided by Concorde Banquets. We can't thank them enough for their outstanding service and making our wedding a dream come true.
response 10/25/2023
Thank you Dominika for your amazing review, our entire team worked tirelessly to create th...
e best memories for you and John and your families and friends of that magical night and your wedding celebration. The reach tone of the decor colors and the music were absolutely fantastic! I wish you all the best in your future life together, maybe we get another chance to meet again with another event coming your way in life. Best of luck and love! From the bottom of my heart, Joanna @ the Concorde.
Mo D
5.0
10/22/2023
Where do I start with this amazing venue? We had our wedding at the Concorde on 10/6/23 and it was the perfect event hosting by the perfect venue. Pat, Peter, and John worked so hard to make our wedding, the wedding of our dreams. They always made us feel welcomed and cared for. We had multiple changes throughout the planning process and they always handled our changes with care and attention. They were open to allowing our vendors access when needed and were always available to answer our questions. Their food was unbelievable. Almost every guest we spoke to said it was the best wedding food they had ever had. Every bite of food they prepared felt like it should be at a 5 star restaurant not a wedding venue. I highly recommend the Concorde for your wedding or event. Absolutely the best team of people around in the wedding venue business.
Ana F
5.0
9/06/2023
All around amazing experience! Joanna was so helpful, the staff was wonderful, and the guests raved about the food. We were able to stay in budget while providing our guests with a comfortable experience. Beautiful grounds and spaces, clean and immaculately maintained. Lots of options for different size gatherings and a variety of budgets.
response 10/25/2023
Thank you Ana for such an amazing review, the entire staff worked the best way to create m...
ost amazing memories from your wedding celebration! We are so happy for you! We wish you all the best in your future together!
Best of luck! We are always here for you! With all my heart, Joanna@the Concorde
Emily S
4.0
7/24/2023
We did our wedding at Concorde. Our wedding was so perfect! Peter was present throughout our entire wedding. The food was amazing! We got so many compliments on the food and the service from guests. The food was one of the main reasons we wanted to get married at Concorde. We had an outdoor ceremony and the Gazeboo is so beautiful. We got so many beautiful pictures on the grounds. The reception space is so beauitful as well. We had the room ontop of the stairs and our bridal room had a bathroom as well. Our reception room was so beautiful and had these two gorgeous windows over looking the fountain and the trees. We worked with Pat who was so attentive that last couple of months and did amazing job. It was harder to get a hold of her the farther out our wedding was and she didn't seem like we were a big priority until the last few months of our wedding which is fine for most people but I really like to plan ahead.
The recommendations of vendors from Concorde did not go well for us (but the DJ and photographer that we were going to use are no longer on their recommended vendor list and when we told Concorde they were very apologetic). We hired a photographer from the list and absolutely hated our engagement photos. We looked so awkward, we were posed so badly and we felt awkward and pissed off because it took so much to get the photographer to show up after 6-7 reschedules and 1 no show. We ended up firing that photographer and finding another. We had also been looking Concorde's recommended DJ list. We found a DJ we loved and then he told us one thing one time and another another time and when I called him out on it, he would not take responsibility or even apologize. There was a fee we didn't know what it was for as well. When we hired another DJ, they said the fee was the amount it costs for event insurance, which the first DJ said he had.
Concorde did an amazing job and I highly recommend them!
Afrothiti M
5.0
5/26/2023
We have had several family events here but this review is just about our Wedding Reception in March. Working closely with Pat was the easiest, communicative, supportive, anxiety relief process! She is an expert and will tell you the true opinions for your questions so you could have the best time at your party. John was a pleasure to work with as well. He knows his stuff, inside and out, and will help you navigate for any uncertantities. This is the team you want. Organized and honest. The party was BEAUTIFUL and oh the food, get prepared to have the best wedding meals ever! All our guests were shocked how amazing the food was (because of typical wedding food stereotypes.) Everything was 100% excellent! Come here and have the best time working with the best people!!!
Georgia P
5.0
10/16/2022
We had our July 2 wedding reception at the Concorde this year and cannot say enough great things about the venue, the food, and the staff.
The venue: absolutely beautiful, clean, spacious and you can customize it however you want.
The food: our guests could not stop talking about the food!!! The appetizers are amazing and there is a wide variety of them. Our main course had guests talking about it for weeks after. Usually I eat before weddings but this is not a venue that you need to do that at!!!
The staff: the best part of our wedding process. I am very much a type A person! John was sooo accommodating to every question and concern I had. Pam is amazing too. They are organized and really listen to you. I knew I was in good hands with John and he made wedding planning so easy. The tasting was great too! The servers are so sweet and everyone works so well together to make sure your special day goes perfect. John is very professional and organized.
Their dates fill up fast and for a reason! We could not have picked a better venue. Thank you so much Concorde and staff ❤️
response 11/27/2022
Hello Georgia and Niko,
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to make your wedding cel...
ebration as perfect as you dreamed about!
We are so happy for you and your families, we wish you good luck in your life together and all the best to your families in the future. We are looking forward to meeting with you again with the next family event coming your way, we will be happy to host it for you to create memories lasting life time! Happy Holidays and all the best in the upcoming year! The Entire Concorde Team!
Tiffany T
5.0
10/12/2022
Concorde Banquets was the perfect wedding venue and helped us have the perfect night for our wedding that we will always treasure. From the moment we first visited, and in speaking with John, we immediately knew that Concorde was the right choice for us. Every aspect of this venue was incredible and we cannot say enough wonderful things about them. The packages they offer are very reasonably priced. Everyone was wonderful to work with; from the waitstaff, to the administrative staff. Their communication was excellent, their facilities are beautiful and immaculate both inside and out, and the food was outstanding. Everyone who attended couldn't stop talking about how good the food was! If you are in the search for the perfect wedding venue, we can't recommend Concorde enough!
response 11/27/2022
Hello Tiffany and Mitchell,
We are so happy that we could make your wedding day celebrati...
on so special, creating the best memories for you, your families and friends! Our entire team wishes you all the best in life together, and we are always here for you in the future! We wish you Happy Holidays, and have a healthy and happy New Year of 2023! We are looking to seeing you here at the Concorde in the future ! Best of luck!
Nicole C
5.0
10/11/2022
Joanna is the girl to have help you with your wedding! She made everything just right. No matter how many questions I asked she always answered them as soon as she could. I absolutely fell in love with this venue. We had both our ceremony & reception there. It turned out PERFECT. From the ceremony to the end of the night it was perfect. The food was absolutely out of this world. The cake was amazing & I am not a big cake person. Just overall we have nothing bad to say about this venue. It was worth every second & again if you get the chance to work with Joanna, that’s amazing! I would do it all over again at Concorde Banquets in a heartbeat!
response 10/11/2022
Dear Nicole and Isaac!
Thank you for your amazing words with so much love and appreciation...
!
It was my absolute pleasure having this opportunity to be with you with every step, and our entire team was putting their hearts that day for you to make it just perfect, creating memories lasting forever! We are so Happy for you! We wish you life time of happiness together!
I hope, we will get another chance to meet again in the future with some other events coming your way.
Best of luck and love!!
Joanna with the entire Concorde Team
Jinu J
3.0
8/10/2022
The venue is beautiful and they have outdoor space with a fountain and gazebo. It's very picturesque.
So during our first meetings, they claimed everything is possible. We asked for extra bartender, premium liquor, car port bars and a pop up bar in the garden during cocktail hour. Once we signed the contract, everything went downhill. We followed up many times to get answers. We wouldn't get call backs. The worst was that we decided on the traditional package, however for the tasting they provided us with food from the deluxe package. We set up the meeting in person with John. During the tasting we mentioned that none of the food was from the traditional package and they told us this was the only food they have. When we went to finalize menu with John. He said we must have mentioned the dulex package to someone when we made the tasting appointment with John himself.
The worst was during the wedding, we had premium liquor. However the bartenders kept telling the guests the liquor was over within one hour. They picked and chose who got the premium liquor and only if they asked by name. Even when I as the bride asked for a tequila shot, they didn't give me Patron as I asked. The bartenders claimed it was over or the other bar had it. When you went to the other bar it was the same situation. We made it a point and had it in our contract for premium liquor. Our guests were so unhappy by the bartenders and how rude they were.
My biggest advice would be to record conversations. Once we signed the contract nothing was possible. They were not able to do the bar in the garden and that was the main reason I booked this venue. Then when our DJ called to verify cold sparklers,they said it wasn't possible and told us it was fine. The miscommunication was horrible. I would not choose this location.
Megan J
5.0
8/08/2022
Joanna was amazing while planning our wedding! She helped us think through everything we wanted throughout the night and had great ideas concerning timing. She made sure that we wouldn’t have to worry about anything on our wedding night and we truly enjoyed every minute of it. The food and drinks were incredible and we had the best time! They also arranged for us to order a cake through their wedding package which was easy to plan but exactly what we wanted! We were able to take beautiful photos outside and inside the banquet hall and everyone that was apart of their team was kind and helpful! I would recommend the Concorde to everyone!
response 10/12/2022
Dear Megan and Derek,
It was my absolute pleasure to working with you and your Mom from t...
he very first moment we met! Thank you for giving me this opportunity to be a part of your Wedding Celebration! I wish you both love and happiness for years to come. The entire Concorde team worked tirelessly to make your special day unforgettable! I hope we get another chance to meet again in the future. Best of luck to you and your family! Joanna and the Concorde Team.
Lynn B
5.0
7/09/2022
Though we spoke with many Banquet halls in searching for our Wadding venue, we chose Concorde Banquets and were not disappointed!
From the beautiful outdoor ceremony space they offer to top notch food and service we knew we made the right choice. Our guests were raving about how great the food was too. We cant wait for our professional photos to come out to see how beautiful our wedding day looked again at the Concorde! The best part for our guests we were able to have everything at one venue for our Ceremony and reception!
Angelica P
5.0
10/26/2021
The last thing we wanted when we started planning our wedding was a traditional banquet hall. How glad we are now that we changed our minds when we met John and his team at Concorde. The venue is beautiful, modern and clean. Every time we would go in for a meeting they were cleaning. John was patient and executed every idea we had, from assembling a gorgeous feasting table to packaging part of our cake in wax paper bags so people could take it to go. The night of our wedding, employees kept checking in with us and ensured everything went smoothly. Our guests raved about the food. John and his team at Concorde are pros and make a stressful process much easier. They will not disappoint.
Messinia B
5.0
8/04/2020
Concorde was the perfect venue for our reception. They are meticulous, professional and helpful when guiding you through the planning process. When you go to Concorde, you only experience the best of the best. Not only is the venue beautiful, the staff are professional and the food is amazing! We received so many compliments about how delicious the food was on our special day. We worked with John to plan all the details. He was so helpful with all our our questions and provided great feedback. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Concorde.
Stephanie P
5.0
7/29/2020
We booked Concorde as our wedding venue and it was the best decision we made during our wedding planning process. We had our wedding this past weekend and it was absolutely perfect. The room where our reception was held was set up beautifully and the food was amazing! We got so many compliments from our guests on how great the food was (the filet was specifically mentioned) John and Pat were a pleasure to work with and I really appreciated the fact that John was in the building all evening to oversee and make sure things ran smoothly. If that isn't great management then I'm not sure what is. Not to mention, they had some great recommendations for other wedding vendors to work with including florists, DJ's, photograohers, etc. We went with all of their recommended vendors and were so happy with each and every one of them! I would absolutely recommend the Concorde to anyone looking to host any event. You will not be disappointed! Thank You for everything Concorde. This place will always hold a special place in my heart!
Demitra B
5.0
1/21/2020
The Concorde was the most perfect place for our most perfect day! Peter and John took care of us from the moment we booked with them til the moment our reception was over. The room looked beautiful, the food was tasty (lobster bisque was particularly complimented by our guests), and the atmosphere was elegant and classy--exactly what we were looking for! Thank you for a beautiful venue to celebrate the start of our marriage!
Katherine D
5.0
11/07/2019
This venue exceeded all my expectations! The package was very competitive and the staff was such a pleasure to work with. They made sure that all our needs were met and we had no concerns going into the wedding day. I have absolutely no regrets picking this venue, and I would recommend it to anyone looking! One of my guest has already booked her wedding in the same venue because of her great experience at my wedding. You will not be disappointed! The compliments were endless on the ambiance, food, and services.
Kylee W
5.0
8/20/2019
I wish I could give more than a 5 star rating for this venue! Everything was perfect and John, Pat and Peter did an excellent job at making sure everything was how my husband and I wanted. The venue is beautiful and the food at the wedding tasted just like when we did our individual tasting. Seriously take a look at this venue!
Angela P
5.0
3/11/2019
My husband and I recently held our wedding reception at Concorde. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars! John, Peter, and Pat were so wonderful to work with. They all made sure that every detail was exactly how we wanted it. The day of, the room looked beautiful, everything was prepared exactly as we asked for, the food tasted amazing, and the staff was amazing and friendly! Couldn’t have chose a better venue for our special day!
Amanda R
5.0
1/25/2019
Amazing! Checked in with us throughout the night to make sure everything was perfect. Only negative I can say is that macaroons were promised at the reception and they never appeared.
Erin H
5.0
1/16/2019
We had searched for the perfect place to have our wedding. We knew what we were looking for and had a vision. When we walked into the Concorde, we knew instantly, "This is where we are getting married!!!!" What an exciting feeling. Both our Ceremony and Reception were at the Concorde. Literally the best day ever. Pat and John were amazing throughout the whole process. I would email them, they would respond right away. We were going back and forth with some things and they gave us so many options to do what we wanted to do and make it our own. The Concorde is so clean, updated, and such a timeless, classic building. The decor will match with anything you have in mind. The garden we got married in was absolutely perfect and well kept. We got SO many compliments on our wedding and it was all with the help of the people at the Concorde. Shout out to Pat and John. Hands down the best place, best service, best coordinators.....and best day ever!
Mary Jo M
5.0
8/09/2018
I worked with Pat throughout my wedding planning and she was such a big help! Our wedding was perfect at Concorde and our guests had such a wonderful time! I would highly recommend Concorde to anyone looking for an affordable and beautiful reception venue.
Erin M
5.0
7/09/2018
Trustworthy, attention to details, stellar service and food.
Jill I
5.0
1/15/2018
Wonderful venue, beautiful and they were very accommodating and pleasant to work with.
Emily D
5.0
1/01/2018
We had an amazing experience with this venue. From the beginning, John, Pat, and Peter were extremely helpful and offered discounts for having our wedding during the off season. The venue is beautiful, the food is amazing, the service during dinner was efficient, and all of the staff was accommodating. The venue really did everything they could to make it as stress free for us as possible. As an out of town bride, they made it easy for me to contact them by phone and email whenever I had a question. I would definitely recommend Conorde Banquets for both ceremonies and receptions. I couldn't have asked for a better venue.
Nicole Z
5.0
11/13/2017
Great venue! Easy to work with, the food was great, service was very good.
Christina B
5.0
11/06/2017
From the first time we spoke with them to the day after our wedding. Concorde Banquets doesn't compare to anything else around or near the Chicagoland area. There is no detail minor enough that they do not take care of. They think of everything and can make any idea into reality. Their food to their service, everything was amazing! Thank you!
Sarah H
5.0
8/30/2017
Everything was perfect. The staff was very helpful in recommending where the guest book should go and how to decorate that table. My mom and God mother had made some Greek sweets & brought them there the day before my wedding and they were all placed out on the sweets table. I had my wedding in June and everyone who was there tells me how delicious the food was. I highly recommend this place.
Jessica C
5.0
6/20/2017
The place was amazing. The food is so good. The venue is beautiful and is great for pictures. They do everything they can to help you and make sure everything in the room is set up just the way you like it. They were there the day of our reception too to make sure everything was good before they left.
Ashley A
5.0
12/06/2016
Wow is all I can say! We walked in to the Concorde without an appointment and were immediately treated like royalty. From the first meeting working with Pat to the end of the wedding, we had nothing short of a perfect experience. The grounds are beautiful for photos, and the rooms are stunning. I was able to drop off decorations the week of and tell them how I wanted everything set up, and they set everything perfect! Every guest echoed how amazing the food was (we had the chicken florentine and the new york strip steak - and the lobster bisque is a must!) And to top it off, everyone received their food at the same time rather than some tables finishing dinner before others had started. The wait staff looked like they had choreographed the delivery - exceptional! At the end of the night they sliced our cake and put it in to-go bags for everyone which was amazing, and they had all of our decorations on carts ready to send out to our car the next day. I cannot say enough about the Concorde. Thank you so much!
Jennifer K
5.0
5/04/2016
Nothing short of amazing! The venue was beautiful, the food (the food!) was incredible and I can't say enough about the staff. Their professionalism, kindness and attention to detail is really something to be admired. From the moment we started looking for reception venues to our wedding day was a wonderful, stress-free, experience. I would like to extend a special thank you to Pat who really helped to make our wedding day planning so wonderful and dare I say, effortless. THANK YOU!
Lindsey T
5.0
11/24/2015
Concorde is amazing for an event. They truly do a fantastic job and everyone there is very helpful! The venue itself is gorgeous and they do a great job at maintaining a high standard for their events. I highly recommend them!
Stephanie U
5.0
10/27/2015
I highly recommend Concorde Banquets! Great service, food, facility...everything. I could not have imagined our special day being any where else!
Carre T
5.0
7/14/2015
Everyone at the Concorde was amazing in making our day amazing! Thank you to the entire staff for the awesome service and a memorable day!
Nathalie C
5.0
10/13/2014
So happy we chose Concorde Banquets as our wedding venue! It is modern, beautiful, clean, great service, GREAT food!
Amanda H
5.0
5/28/2014
At the last minute we needed to change our reception venue. I was so lucky to find Concorde Banquets. They were more than happy to help us plan our special day. They were amazing with any question I had and really wanted to "make the bride happy" :) Food was delicious and plenty. The banquet hall is beautiful. They helped out with more than I asked for. I could not have dreamed of a better place to celebrate. Thank you Concorde Banquets!
Amanda and Paul
5/17/14
Amy C
5.0
5/20/2014
There are so many great things to say about the Concorde! My wedding was PERFECT! We had the ceremony upstairs and it was beautiful-clean and pristine. No interruptions. It was very intimate and simply beautiful! The grounds of the Concorde are immaculate! From the outside to the entrance to the reception rooms, not a single thing was missed. EVERYONE raved about the service and the food and the CAKE. The cake was fantastic. No one waited for a drink at my wedding, no one has stopped talking about the food and the service and the pictures that I have seen so far are just beautiful! John and Peter made us feel like we were the only wedding that ever happened and it was that kind of service that has me telling everyone I can. Absolutely a beautiful place for your wedding or party or whatever. Best service EVER! I am rambling because it was truly magnificent. Thank you!!!
Stephanie M
5.0
12/31/2013
Our reception was perfection thanks to Concorde Banquets. They treat you like royalty and make sure you feel like a guest at your own wedding. Food is delicious, decorations are beautiful, and the staff is wonderful. Competitive prices too! The only issue I had was the drinks could have been a little stronger, but all packages include top shelf so I can't complain too much!
Carol M
5.0
10/14/2013
Everything about the Concorde Banquets was absolutely wonderful. From the moment we walked in and met with John for a tour of the venue to the moment we walked out at the end of our reception, I could not have been happier with the experience. John and his staff are very nice, accommodating and easy to work with. We thought they were going to nickle and dime us for everything, but they actually threw in a lot of extras free of charge. For example, we wanted 4 high boy cocktail tables and extra votives on the dinner tables, and they just added them without even a second's hesitation. When we got to our reception, I noticed we had the Chivari chairs (usually $7 each)and we didn't ask for them or pay for them. It's the little things that make your experience special! In addition, the food was to die for! I still have guests commenting on how delicious food was. The steaks and chicken were moist and the salmon was perfectly done. They have a great chef (and team) back in their kitchens! The rest of the banquet hall was great too - lots of room to dance or sit at the table, great room layout and a cute little gazebo and pond to take bridal and family pictures.
Concorde Banquets is a wonderful place and I would highly recommend it to have your wedding and/or reception. John and his team are great to work with and really go the extra mile. Considering what we paid for our reception, the quality of food and service we received, this place is a great value and Lake County's best kept secret!
Jaime R
5.0
10/07/2013
Concorde Banquets played the biggest role in making my wedding exactly what I wanted. The food was impecable. The room gorgeous! I left my decorations and had them put it all together for me and to be honest, they did a better job than I could have done myself. I will always always recommend Concorde Banquets
Anna C
5.0
9/19/2013
We recently had our wedding at Concorde Banquets and I cannot say enough great things about this venue, its staff and the professionalism and great service that Concorde Banquets offers. The entire process from planning the details of the reception to the night itself was simple and worry-free because of John and his staff. They are very accommodating and patient with any requests and/or needs. The staff helped us with every step of the way during the planning process and everything went very smoothly.
The grounds of the venue are beautiful and there was no need to go elsewhere for wedding pictures. With a meticulously maintained lawn, a gorgeous gazebo, lake and swans, I cannot wait to see our outdoor wedding pictures. The inside decor is also beautiful with its high ceilings and gorgeous light fixtures. I took a sneak peak at the set up of our room before the doors were opened up to our guests and the room was absolutely breathtaking.
What they were also raving about was the food. Personally, the two most important factors for me in a wedding are great music and great food. We had a combination plate of fillet mignon and chicken and all the guests were continuously commenting on how wonderful the food was. Our dessert table was not a table but literally the entire length of one wall and our guests were very impressed as many of them had not seen a bigger sweet table before!
I could not have been happier with my wedding day and a large part of that is due to our experience at Concorde. Throughout the night, John and Peter checked in with my husband and I as well as our parents to ensure everything was to our satisfaction. I could not have asked for anything more as it was all exceptional!! I highly recommend Concorde Banquets..your experience will be wonderful and your guests will be sure to remember your wedding!
Stephanie L
3.0
8/06/2013
While the food was great, communication was horrible! I was always the one to contact them, and then of course, "that's an added fee." It is VERY expensive and you would think you would get 5 star service, I felt as though I did not. The location was perfect but the service was less than great.
Samantha
5.0
7/29/2013
John over at Concorde Banquets was so great to my husband and I!!! He did everything we asked for and more! He worked VERY well with our budget and the service was so great! And of of course the venue is absolutely gorgeous!
Agatha K
5.0
7/27/2013
We looked at many banquet halls for our wedding and I knew we made the right choice when we booked our wedding at Concorde. Concorde was definitely willing to work with us. They allowed us to bring our own vodka for each table (polish tradition) and let us order our own food for our late night snack. Other banquets halls laughted when we asked if we could bring our own vodka and late night snack. The food....hands down the best! I am so glad we went with the filet/chicken combo. I recently had one of my bridesmaids tell me that she really wasn't expecting much from the food....she said she's been to many weddings and all wedding food is the same. She said she has never had such a delicious meal at a wedding like she had at ours. She said she will definitely never forget the food at our wedding. You definitely get what you pay for. The elegance , service, and food makes Concorde top notch!
Jacqueline D
5.0
6/30/2013
They have the BEST food, the best service, the most professional staff, and the facility to host a wedding your friends and family will rave about for years.
shanie p
5.0
6/27/2013
I got married april 27th, 2013...
I am in the wedding industry and Isee thousands of weddings a year... as a wedding vendor, I personally attend over 130 weddings a year. Ive been to almost every venue around but I chose to have my wedding at Concord Banquets because of the extremely nice and very hard working staff and employees and also because the hall, both inside and outside, is beautiful. Rain or shine... indoors or out, The Concord has beautiful locations for my photos of my wedding day. Our wedding was by far the most beautiful , perfect wedding I have ever seen.. all thanks to Concord Banquets. In my entire life I never even imagined my wedding being THAT beautiful..... thanks to John who helped us coordinate everything!
Six weeks after the wedding my guests are still talking about how amazing the food was. The food was by far the BEST food I have ever had at a wedding. ( seems like all the guests felt the same way!) The portions were very generous and so beautifully presented. I really cannot say enough good things about The Concord. Thank you, Concord Banquets for making my wedding day a perfect success!!!
Bridgette J
5.0
6/23/2013
I was recently married here. The food was amazing, and the reception hall was beautiful. The older gentleman with whom we met for our initial consultation was great. He gave us plenty of options, took his time with us, and even threw in appetizers. He was very nice about the fact that my husband and I were paying for everything on our own, and did what he could to help. My only complaint is that the woman and younger gentleman, John, were not very warm. In fact, especially toward the end of the planning, they seemed annoyed by my husband's and my requests, dropping off items for the reception, etc. While I would definitely recommend the venue to anyone, please be prepared and do not be irked by some of the reaction(s) you may receive.
Cindy H
1.0
5/10/2013
I dealt with John through email and his responses were short, unprofessional and lacked any enthusiasm. I was excited about this being a potential reception venue for me, but after the back and forth unhelpful emailing, I knew I didn't want to deal with them for the day of my wedding. He didn't care to offer alternative dates when the ones I wanted were taken. Overall, I felt I was bothering him with my emails most of the time.
Colleen B
5.0
3/07/2013
My partner and I were married at Concorde Banquets on February 22, 2013 and had our reception immediately following. Now, I was not an easy bride. I emailed John and Peter nearly every week for over 9 months with questions, requests, and detailed descriptions of exactly what I wanted. Despite the fact that I was incredibly annoying and nit-picky, everything was absolutely PERFECT. The venue was beautiful, the food was plentiful and delicious, the drinks were flowing, and the staff was amazing. Concorde went above and beyond with everything, and it made our day incredible. So many of our guests told us that it was the best wedding they've ever attended. Thank you, Concorde!
P.S. My partner and I are lesbians, so have no fear, LGBT couples!
Katherine C
5.0
2/19/2013
After looking at many different hotels and banquet halls in the area we decided that the Concorde was the best option for our November 2012 wedding. We had our reception in the atrium room, which was perfect with the windows and decor. The food was outstanding. My husband and I as well as our parents are still receiving compliments on the food (the filet was excellent). Working with John was a pleasure as he would return e-mails within hours and was always there to remind you when something needed to be done. The night of our wedding turned out better than I could have imagined.
Valerie B
5.0
11/23/2012
Working with John was AMAZING! He was always so accommodating and pleasant to work with. He continually went above and beyond our expectations. John attended to every detail that he promised and the night was magnificent, to say the least. Our guests are still talking about the incredible food; the best banquet food they have ever tasted!
If you choose Concorde and work with John, you will not be disappointed, and very pleasantly surprised with the treatment and service you will receive.
Thank you again for the most memorable wedding and all your kindness you have shown us.
Valerie and Brandon Burton
October 12, 2012
nina r
5.0
11/16/2012
I love the Concorde. They did such an amazing job. My husband and I are so glad we had our wedding there. Our family and friends were so impressed with the Concorde. The food is awesome and the venue overall is beautiful. Thank you John and Peter!
Michelle G
5.0
10/16/2012
Concorde Banquets was incredible. The service throughout the whole planning was top-notch. John gets back to you SO quickly. The room, the food, the service, the packages, all of it was really great. I customized basically everything. I have a lot of vegetarians are they were very accommodating. Even all my extra vendors were able to smoothly work with Concorde and the team. And one of the biggest factors, the cost. It was reasonable and wonderful. I feel like I got full value and that is one of the most important things for a bride. I literally had a David Tutera moment when I saw my reception for the first time. If anyone is on the fence about Concorde, don't be. It's worth it, and people cannot stop raving about my fairy tale wedding!!
nikki k
5.0
9/28/2012
Booking Concorde was the best decision I made during all of my wedding planning. They have a beautiful facility, have incredible staff, pay attention to detail, and work tirelessly to make you happy. I could big have been more thrilled with how everything turned out at Concorde and got numerous compliments from my guests. They are also one if the most reasonably priced in the Chicagoland area. You feel truly taken care of here.
Ashley C
5.0
9/24/2012
I have to say I don't have a single complaint about Concorde. I think they did an amazing job the night of my wedding. The few times I had gone in and spoken to them regarding my upcoming wedding I was a little put off because I walked away feeling kind of stupid about the whole wedding planning part. I soon realized there are two men Peter and John. Peter is definitely the more outgoing, friendlier of the two. He was designated to my wedding that night and I'm so grateful. He made us all feel so at ease, took care of my photographer's assistants meal (which I totally spaced out in my final count) and just went above and beyond to make everything go as smoothly as possible. The venue was beautiful, the grounds are perfect for pictures, the food was actually really good! The drinks were great and the whole facility just really shines. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is looking for an affordable banquet. They really know what they are doing over there!!
Coni P
5.0
9/19/2012
Where do I start. My wedding has been a disaster..... Until I finally arrived at Concorde. John and his staff blew my mind away. Everything was perfect... And I mean everything. John oversaw it all, was available when ever I had questions or concerns, asically he held my hand through it all and assured me that their was nothing to worry about and boy was he right! He had so many great fresh ideas and never tried to stretch our budget. I wish I could complain about something but if I could do it over again- it would still be with Concorde.
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