All-inclusive Rustic/Elegant Venue!
Chicago and Western Suburbs
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Holds ceremonies and receptions
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Patti Southern
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Fishermen’s Inn welcomes the opportunity to host your wedding. We offer a blend of rustic elegance and natural beauty, coupled with professional services and exquisite cuisine to make your wedding an occasion to remember. We also want you, your guests, and your vendors to feel like family. That is very important to us!
At Fishermen’s Inn, your guests will experience a tradition of excellence long revered and remembered, along with gourmet cuisine and a gorgeous view of our magnificent property. Our team of experienced professionals, our commitment to excellence, and our one-of-a-kind natural setting set us apart from other Northern Illinois venues.
We understand the trust and responsibility that is given to us when we partner with you for your special event. We recognize that your choice of where to hold your wedding and/or reception is an important one, and we hope you will consider our venue.
Fishermen's Inn is a stunning wedding venue in Elburn, IL.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
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
Settings
Barn
Beach
Waterfront
Garden
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Patti SouthernOwnerI LOVE my job and I LOVE making people happy! My goal, along with our staff, want you, your guests and your vendors to feel like family! My husband and I started Fishermen's Inn in 2012! We loved the idea of having a venue where everything was included except for your vendors to make your planning process easy and stress-free! We also wanted to make sure our couples, their families, and their guests felt like they were getting an experience of a lifetime! Fishermen's Inn is a little piece of heaven that I would love to share with you! We welcome you into our Fishermen's Inn family!
- FeleciaGeneral ManagerFelecia has been with Fishermen's Inn since 2018! She wears many hats in our business. From managing our team, baking sweets for our sweets table, placing and receiving orders, just to name a few. She's also the one who makes our team laugh with her crazy sayings and jokes! She is always willing to help anyone, whether it's our guests or the team.
- ErinEvent CoordinatorErin has been on the Fishermen's Inn team since 2022. She began as a set-up assistant, moved to Guest Services, and is now our event coordinator! She is one of the sweetest, kindest, happiest people you'll ever meet.
- TaraEvent CoordinatorTara got married at Fishermen's Inn in 2017! She was then hired in 2024 for Guest Services and quickly moved into our Event Coordinator position in just 4 months. She is a joy to be around and has a great sense of humor. She is always positive, encouraging, professional, and easy-going!
- SallyOperations Manager/Set-up ManagerSally has been at Fishermen's Inn the longest out of any of our team members! She joined us in our first year (2014) and has remained a dedicated part of our family ever since. She has a genuine passion for her job and the history of Fishermen's Inn.
- TinoService ManagerTino has been at Fishermen's Inn for 11 years! He was promoted to Service Manager in 2020. He has been a key part of our team ever since. He is dedicated to making sure everything is perfect for our guests and staff.
- JohnBar ManagerJohn has been with Fishermen's Inn for 10 years. He is dedicated to ensuring that all guests have a great time during the event! He is crazy fun!
- BetteOffice ManagerBette has been with us since 2021. She is an integral part of our Fishermen's Inn family and a joy to be around!
Reviews
5.0
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Fishermen’s Inn is repeatedly praised for its stunning, well‑maintained grounds and flexible indoor/outdoor spaces. Guests rave about the exceptional in-house food, drink, and elegant dining service. Staff and coordinators are professional, organized, and attentive, making planning and the wedding day seamless. Highly recommended.Review photos
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Kelly Q
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5.0
7/31/2024
This venue is the most perfect place to get married! We toured many places, and once we came here, we fell in love. It's absolutely gorgeous, and the pictures do not do it justice!...
But the added draw to this venue is the people. Patti, the owner, really took the time to get to know us on our tour and sat down with us laying out all of the date options and costs. Most other places show you around in 20-30 minutes and call it good. But she spent 2 hours with us on our tour and made us really feel like she cared. Well as our wedding process continued on, it was so easy to tell that not only she cares, but so does everyone who works there! We were assigned a coordinator, Kate, and she helped us bring to life every vision we had for the day. She was so sweet, personable, organized, and absolutely phenomenal! But the awesome people did not end there! On our wedding day, there was a whole team of people there who were fulfilling every need and fixing any problem that arose. We did not have to worry about one single thing. Even our photographer and videographer said they have never seen a place so organized and put together! We got SO many compliments on the venue from our guests, and the day went so smoothly. I cannot scream loud enough that every single couple should have their wedding here! It is unlike any other place and you will have the smoothest and best day of your life!
Lauren W
5.0
3/21/2026
We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding venue, Fishermen’s Inn truly exceeded our expectations!
One of the biggest advantages of choosing this venue is that their food and dri...
nk are all in-house. This took a huge weight off our shoulders during the planning process, and they absolutely delivered. We received so many compliments from our guests about both the food and drinks. For hors d’oeuvres, we chose the bacon-wrapped dates, sweet potato and avocado bites, bruschetta, and buffalo chicken bites, our guests especially raved about the buffalo chicken bites and bacon-wrapped dates!
We also added the mimosa service while we were getting ready, which was such a fun and thoughtful touch. The staff set everything up beautifully with cups, juice, champagne, and fruit for garnish, it was so cute and made the morning feel extra special. I am so happy that we made the decision to get ready at the venue! The boys had a great time playing bags and football on the patio while the girls got ready upstairs.
Our day of coordinator, Tara, was beyond excellent. She helped us plan every detail down to the minute and brought up things I would have never even considered. She was kind, thoughtful, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire day and night. She struck the perfect balance, always there when we needed her, but never overbearing. I truly couldn’t be happier with her support.
The dining experience was another highlight. The dining room is absolutely stunning, the natural light that comes in from all of the windows and the view is stunning! Many guests mentioned how memorable the dinner service was, they present the meals in such an elegant way! We chose the Fishermen’s Inn signature salad, creamy chicken and rice pilaf soup, chicken piccata, and salmon with pineapple mango salsa. Guests consistently told us the food was fresh, served warm, and perfectly portioned.
The grounds are absolutely gorgeous and offer so many beautiful spots for photos. Since we got married in October, having a strong indoor ceremony option was very important to us in case of bad weather. Fishermen’s Inn gave us that peace of mind. We were lucky to have a perfect 75 degree day and held our dream outdoor ceremony, but I felt completely confident in the indoor backup as well.
Our guests loved the outdoor cocktail hour on the patio, and many took that time to explore the grounds and take photos. The landscaping is clearly a priority, the property is incredibly well-maintained, and the fall mums were especially stunning!
There was also plenty of parking for guests, which made things very convenient. Another feature we loved is how each part of the day, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception, can take place in different spaces. It keeps the experience feeling fresh and exciting for everyone.
Fishermen’s Inn truly sets couples up for success with their organized planning process and consistent check-ins. I am so grateful for their support and how seamless they made everything feel. They have truly thought of everything.
We cannot recommend Fishermen’s Inn enough, they went above and beyond in every way!
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Sarah K
5.0
2/18/2026
The Fishermen's Inn was such an incredible place for our beautiful wedding, and I would highly recommend it! We were married in March during the Winter, and it was gorgeous inside ...
all through the day and night, and we were even able to take some great photos outside on their beautiful grounds. Hands down they also have the BEST wedding food around, and all of our guests said so as well! Guests were shocked at how good it was, as this is often a drawback of other venues. And, Patti and her team were just lovely and supportive and helpful all along the way! We feel great about our wedding at the Fishermen's Inn, and they were also easily able to accommodate our 225 guest list.
Aly H
5.0
10/23/2025
As we reflect on our wedding day, we could not be more thankful for choosing Fishermen's Inn. It was truly the best decision we made. Everything leading up to our wedding day was s...
o organized and easy!! We are so thankful that Tara was our wedding coordinator. She went out of her way to help with the specialty silverware and goblets, letting us come set up the arch days before the wedding, allowing us to have our ceremony location adjusted, and of course letting the beer burro crash our party! Tara went out of her way in every way possible!! We absolutely loved all the staff that helped make our day PERFECT. The food service was spectacular from the presentation to the main course. I heard from many guests that their food was hot, and the meat was cooked to perfection. The grounds were well kept and blooming with beautiful flowers and greenery. Special thank you to Patti for hosting, giving us tours and answering all our questions and concerns leading up to booking Fishermen's. Thank you to Sally for the bridal party wedding day mimosas and all her work setting up for our day. It has been so great hearing from our friends and family that everything went so smooth. There was not a single thing that didn't go as planned, so thank you to Fishermen's inn staff for their your attention to detail and organization. Our friends and family keep saying, "that was the best wedding we have ever been too". That would not be the case without our wedding at Fishermen's Inn! We are so grateful for all the memories that will forever be at Fishermen's Inn.
Megan M
5.0
10/14/2025
I would give Fishermen's Inn 100 stars if I could - this venue is a dream. This was the first venue we toured, and they really set our expectations high for every other venue from ...
the start. Needless to say, we could not stop thinking of Fishermen's and knew this was our perfect venue. From our tour with Patti to the staff on our wedding day, everyone was exceptional. They anticipate any needs you may have/answer all your questions professionally, leaving you feeling confident in your wedding planning process. Erin was our coordinator and I cannot say enough great things about her. She made planning a wedding seem easy and I was not stressed even once during the planning process.
The venue really speaks for itself, as it is absolutely stunning, but everyone could not get over the food! THE FOOD HERE IS INCREDIBLE!!!(shout out to the Italian Wedding Soup). Our guests are still going on and on about how amazing the food was and how it was not like your normal wedding dinner (bc it was THAT much better). The service during cocktail hour and dinner was also impeccable, elevating the experience that much more. Every detail was executed perfectly and even we were blown away.
From dropping our decorations off during rehearsal to getting on the party bus on wedding night, the staff was flawless. They really allow you to have a worry-free wedding day so you can enjoy every minute. You can tell how much care they put into their work. We would choose Fishermen's Inn over and over again!!!
Connor M
5.0
10/08/2025
Our wedding at Fishermen’s Inn was truly beyond our expectations. The venue itself is stunning — a perfect combination of rustic charm and elegant atmosphere — but what made our ex...
perience truly special was the incredible support from our planner, Erin.
As a Japanese bride, I wanted to include a few Japanese cultural touches in our wedding. Erin was so kind, patient, and understanding. Even when I shared many detailed requests, she listened carefully and always found a thoughtful way to make them possible. She also helped us with every question — even the ones we weren’t sure how to ask — and always responded quickly and warmly.
We didn’t have a personal wedding planner, but Erin filled that role perfectly. On the wedding day, time flew by so quickly, but Erin and the Fishermen’s Inn team managed everything with such care and organization. Thanks to them, we were able to relax and truly enjoy every moment of our special day.
I’m deeply grateful to Erin and the entire team for their professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail. Our wedding was everything we hoped for — and more. I would highly recommend Fishermen’s Inn to any couple who wants a beautiful, heartfelt, and well-organized celebration.
Kim T
5.0
9/28/2025
Fishermen's Inn was wonderful from our initial tour to our wedding day! Erin was our coordinator, and she worked so hard to make sure our day was as perfect as could be. I am so ha...
ppy we went with Fishermen's Inn. The venue is beautiful, the food was delicious, the bartenders were awesome, and they were so helpful when answering all of our questions and helping us make our personal touches come to life.
Stevie F
5.0
9/12/2025
From the moment my now husband and I toured Fishermen’s Inn nearly two years ago, we knew it was the perfect place for us. Patti and the team have done an incredible job transformi...
ng the venue and grounds—it’s hard to believe it was once a restaurant I remember from my childhood.
Throughout planning, Tara was always so responsive, kind, and helpful. On our wedding day, every member of the Fishermen’s Inn staff went above and beyond. They were professional, accommodating, and genuinely excited for us, which made everything feel seamless. All the vendor arrivals and little details we had discussed in advance were carried out just as we imagined, which gave us so much peace of mind.
The setting itself was breathtaking, and we’ve continued to receive compliments from guests and vendors on how beautiful, scenic, and welcoming the venue was. The food, drinks and staff was also raved about by our guests!
We couldn’t imagine a more perfect backdrop for our wedding day and are so grateful to the entire team at Fishermen’s Inn.
Lauren P
5.0
8/16/2025
Fishermen’s Inn was the most amazing venue for our wedding! Tara was incredible—she made what could have been a complex process feel simple. She was attentive, hands-on, and even c...
oordinated directly with our vendors on the day of, which allowed us to just relax and enjoy. The rehearsal ran so smoothly with Tara’s guidance, and the decoration drop-off and pick-up were effortless, which made the whole experience stress-free. I felt confident in the staff the entire time—they truly know what they are doing. The venue is breathtaking—the patio and grounds made for the most stunning photos. The food was delicious, and we are still getting compliments over a month later on how much our guests loved the venue. The staff went above and beyond, and we can’t recommend Fishermen’s Inn enough!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 08/19/2025
Oh my gosh, Lauren! Those pictures are stunning! Thank you so much for your kind words. It...
was an absolute honor to host your wedding here at Fishermen's Inn. The entire staff wishes you both all the best! -Tara
Margot M
5.0
7/18/2025
We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect venue than The Fishermen’s Inn for our wedding day! We were initially exploring some venues in Chicago, but my now husband and I both fell ...
in love with Fishermen’s Inn after our initial tour. The space is absolutely stunning. From the meticulously maintained outdoor areas, to the loft and great room, the space created the most magical setting for our celebration. We were especially lucky to have had such a beautiful fall day.
Not only was the venue beautiful, but the food was exceptional. Our guests are still raving about how delicious everything was, from the appetizers to the main courses. The culinary team at Fishermen’s Inn truly knows how to create a memorable dining experience! We are still getting people raving about how delicious everything was. When I told friends and family that grew up with me in the area their meat supplier was Ream’s, everyone was especially excited.
What made Fishermen’s Inn even more special was the incredible staff, especially the owner, Patti, and our coordinator, Erin. Erin went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect. She was organized, attentive, and so easy to work with, making the entire planning process a breeze. On the day of the wedding, the entire staff made sure everything ran smoothly so we could simply enjoy the moment. Everything to the last detail was executed effortlessly.
We are so grateful to Fishermen’s Inn for making our wedding day truly spectacular. If you’re looking for a venue with breathtaking beauty, amazing food, and a team that genuinely cares, Fishermen’s Inn is the place for you. Highly, highly recommend!
Shelby H
5.0
6/21/2025
We had our wedding last week at Fishermen’s Inn and were absolutely blown away by how perfect everything went! Our coordinator, Tara, was great and kept us informed and helped us t...
hroughout the whole planning process. The space itself is just gorgeous and our guests kept talking about how they loved all the different rooms at the venue. The cocktail hour bites and the dinner service was absolutely perfect! Guests also kept coming up to us to say how it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had. This is the perfect venue. My husband and I absolutely loved having our wedding here and would definitely recommend! Everything went smooth from the beginning when we booked up to our wedding day, we couldn’t recommend this venue enough!
Ashley S
5.0
2/08/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding venue! From start to finish, everything was seamless. The staff was amazing- attentive, professional, and genuinely kind. They tho...
ught of every little detail, from a special champagne swap for the bride to a personal plate of appetizers, so we actually got to enjoy the incredible food.
Speaking of the food, it was incredible! Our guests are still raving about it! The stunning grounds provided endless picture-perfect backdrops that we will cherish for a lifetime. We absolutely loved the modern barn feel which is the perfect mix of rustic charm and elegant touches.
One of the best things about this venue is that everything is included, from the ceremony to the food and drinks, making the planning process so much easier. From beginning to end, our wedding was truly picture-perfect. If you’re looking for a venue that combines beauty, convenience, and outstanding service, this is the place. We couldn’t have picked a better spot to say, “I do!”
Katy M
5.0
12/10/2024
We can’t thank Fishermen's Inn enough for going above and beyond for our wedding. From start to finish, everyone was professional, kind, helpful, and excited right along with us. W...
e looked forward to every meeting, and having Erin at the helm of the event gave me so much comfort. Patti, has done an incredible job of building something beautiful, and we appreciate all of the care she has put into her business - it shows!
On our wedding day, from the moment I walked into the space, I felt like royalty. Erin did a great job of running the show, and Tara gets a special award for sprinting back up to the bridal suite when I forgot my bouquet for the ceremony! Everyone commented on how good the food was and made a point to mention how incredible the staff & service was throughout the whole night. Jon, is incredible at what he does managing the bar. He helped wrap everything up at the end of the evening, helped coordinate space for our last dance together, helped us pack up, and saw us off at the end of the night.
Our only sadness is that we don’t get to do it again! Now we need to try to snag an invite to a Fishermen’s Inn wedding so we can go back for a visit! Wishing the Fishermen's Inn team many years of success, and thank you for making our wedding such an incredible event.
Linda O
5.0
10/29/2024
We can't say enough what an amazing job the Fishermen's Inn team did for our wedding. From the initial visit, Erin, Patti, Felecia, and team were so kind and personable and took al...
l of the stress out of the planning process. Everything on our wedding day went exactly according to plan, and months later we are still getting compliments from guests on the food and atmosphere. We truly can't recommend Fishermen's Inn enough, they made our wedding day incredible!
Danielle V
5.0
10/10/2024
My husband & I got married at Fishermen’s Inn in August 2024. From the beginning, when we toured the venue with Patti in 2022, it was nothing short of amazing. She explained everyt...
hing in detail, giving us a quote of around how much it’ll cost for the amount of guests. The entire planning process was a breeze, we had the food tasting (the food is AMAZING, we keep getting compliments on the food from our guests) & 2 meetings with our day of coordinator which took sooo much stress off from wedding planning. The day of the wedding went so smooth with the way they have everything planned out. The grounds are absolutely BEAUTIFUL! We would recommend this venue to everyone!
Joe S
5.0
9/06/2024
I just wanted to let you know that you guys are absoulutly phenominal !! My daughters wedding on Friday 8/30/2024 was !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have received nothing but complime...
nts. Your staff is incredible. The grounds were incredible. The food !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The presentation !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We had an absoulutly great time. You made the special day !!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank You !!
Katie C
5.0
8/27/2024
Fishermen's Inn went above and beyond to make sure our ceremony and reception were beautiful and went smoothly! We especially appreciated our day-of wedding planner, Kate, who met ...
with us twice leading up to the big day! Her planning ensured we we're organized and had everything covered so that we could enjoy it all!
Melissa S
5.0
8/19/2024
My fiancé and I are newly engaged and looking for venues. Fishermen’s Inn stood out for its location, stunning estate, amenities, and as a venue as a whole. The owner, Patti, was p...
rompt in her response and had incredibly well formatted pricing and package information readily available so we could decide to move onto a tour. While the venue is out of our budget, Patti, left a great impression compared to similar upscale estates in the area. We really just wanted to compliment her on her professional courtesy during our search.
Quinn F
5.0
8/13/2024
This venue was AMAZING for our wedding day! From the tour, to the planning process, to our wedding day all our questions were answered quickly and we felt so valued. We immediately...
fell in love with the gorgeous venue and grounds and the impeccable service topped it off. We planned our wedding from out of state so our day of coordinator was beyond helpful! We had a perfect wedding day at Fishermen’s Inn and many guests complimented the venue, the service, and the food.
Brooke J
5.0
6/25/2024
This venue was the absolute most BEAUTIFUL and PERFECT location we could have imagined for our ceremony and reception. The staff at the Fishermen's Inn was kind and professional. E...
verything ran so smoothly because of them. Kate was our wedding coordinator and she made the planning process fun and stress-free. Our friends and family are still talking about how perfect this venue was!
Hannah B
5.0
5/28/2024
A truly stellar venue with professional and friendly staff. Our coordinator Kara was incredible, and her insight and expertise were invaluable throughout the whole planning process...
. Kara and Fishermen’s Inn staff were instrumental in making the evening magical. They managed the night behind the scenes and there were absolutely no hiccups (if there were - we certainly didn’t notice them!). The grounds were wonderfully kept and landscaped, and the venue itself is beautiful. The food was AMAZING and they were able to accommodate all our guests’ dietary restrictions and allergies. We are so completely happy having had our wedding here.
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 06/25/2024
Hannah - What a thoughtful review! The kindness that you and Matt, your families and frie...
nds showed to our staff made it very easy to take such good care of you. Thank you for your kind words - we so appreciate it!
Kristen B
5.0
2/08/2024
Not only is this wedding venue absolutely stunning, but our coordinator Kara was extremely helpful. The staff at Fishermen's Inn knows what they are doing, and the day went perfect...
ly. I would recommend this venue to anyone who wants a rustic yet upscale, elegant wedding.
Sue K
5.0
1/09/2024
Everything about the event and venu was amazing. Te staff and coordinators are phenomenal at every level. They are so amazing that my daughter is using them for he wedding in a f...
ew months. The food was impressive, the decor was perfection, the grounds were immaculant, and the staff took care of every detail so that my husband and I could enjoy our celebration. You get what you pay for. If it is within your wedding budget, this is the place you want to choose for your big day.
Caitlyn W
5.0
1/08/2024
Fishermen's Inn DEFINES excellence. They make every part of the wedding process as easy as it can be, from start to finish. Their planning, food, bartending, and overall service ar...
e top tier.
We wanted to chose a venue that was as all-inclusive as possible. We were able to plan our wedding from out of state thanks to the amazing team at Fishermen's Inn. They give you recommendations for vendors they love to help you narrow down your search which I found to be extremely helpful.
You really feel like part of the family at Fishermen's Inn and I would recommend this venue to anyone!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 06/25/2024
Caitlyn & Dakota - what an amazing time we had! I loved being able to be a guest for your...
special day and that you felt like family on your wedding day! Thank you for your kind words.
Elizabeth B
5.0
12/20/2023
Working with the staff at Fishermen's Inn was incredibly easy and super enjoyable. Kara over there is a pro: we had fun in every conversation planning our wedding, and everything w...
e discussed was executed as planned on our wedding day. Fishermen's Inn takes care of so much: the scheduling, the bar, food, seating, decor, etc. Kara worked 1:1 with our florist, photographer, bakery, band, and makeup to schedule the day and make sure everything went by smoothly. So many things that we just did not have to worry about, because Fishermen's Inn was on top of it for us.
The venue was beautiful on the day of our wedding. We loved spending nearly all day there, getting ready, taking photos, and the wedding ceremony & reception itself. The food was tremendously good. Our guests repeatedly mentioned how nice and professional everyone on the staff was, including John the bartender and Kara herself. We'll also shout out Patti, who gave us a hug every time we walked in the door throughout the entire planning process.
Our wedding day was perfect, and we know that was because we picked the best venue around - Fishermen's Inn.
Ashley B
5.0
11/25/2023
The Fishermen’s Inn beyond exceeded our expectations! From the very first time contacting them they were professional and responsive. Any question we had they answers promptly and ...
accurately! The venue is absolutely stunning and very well maintained. Our other vendors also had nothing but good things to say about the fishermen’s inn. They enjoyed working with them and altogether created a beautiful day!
The food was absolutely amazing and our guests were raving about dinner all night. The staff was very attentive and supporting on the day of the wedding. Guests loved everything was at the same location but in different areas of the venue to keep things moving.
The fishermen’s inn was absolutely amazing and they made our wedding day absolutely perfect! We both would recommend them to anyone getting married. They were very easy and wonderful to work with!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 11/27/2023
Thank you Ashley for the 5 star review and your kind words! It was such a pleasure to work...
with you and Ryan throughout the wedding planning process and on the day of your wedding. You looked absolutely beautiful! I am so happy you had an amazing experience with Fishermen's Inn! - Kara
Molly G
5.0
10/21/2023
My husband and I had the absolute best wedding experience thanks to Fishermen’s Inn! Even from the start, the owner, Patti, took us on a tour of the venue and we never felt rushed ...
once. She also sent us a beautiful hand written note following our tour. We then had our coordinator, Kara, who was very responsive and easy to work with. We really chose Fishemen’s because of its beauty and it is really a one stop shop. They made the wedding day so easy and we had so many compliments on the venue!! Also, the food is INCREDIBLE! We are big foodies so that was important to us. It filled my heart to hear guests say this was one wedding they walked away full from! They also let us get creative with our signature drinks and they were a hit! We also used several of their vendors and all were great to work with.If you want an easy, gorgeous wedding day then look no further than Fishermen’s Inn!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 11/27/2023
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are so happy that you had such a great experience at F...
ishermen's Inn! I enjoyed working with you both throughout the wedding planning process and the day of your wedding. We appreciate you having the confidence in Fishermen's Inn for one of the best days of your lives! It was fun to talk about our love for German Shorthair/Longhair pointers at all of our meetings. Your signature drinks and sign is still one of my favorites. Thank you for sharing these wonderful pictures of Fishermen's Inn. Molly, you looked absolutely stunning and just so so so happy :) Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness! - Kara
Emma S
5.0
10/20/2023
I cannot say enough good things about Fishermen’s Inn. Patti gave us our first tour and explained everything so thoroughly to us. We could clearly tell from our first visit that th...
e staff was extremely organized, the venue layout was well thought out, and they were highly experienced in successfully planning and executing weddings and other events. Once we booked with them, we were paired with their coordinator Kate, who worked with us thoroughly during the planning process to make sure every detail was discussed and carried out. Kate answered all of our questions and concerns promptly, lead us through 3 planning meetings to iron out all the details, and was patient and kind throughout the entire planning process. During our rehearsal, multiple people in our bridal party told me how impressed they were with the organization of Kate and then venue. The rehearsal was run smoothly and efficiently, and we were able to practice all details of the ceremony so everyone was prepared. Arriving to the venue the day of our wedding was a dream. We planned for food to be provided for lunch, and it was promptly served after we arrived. I was very nervous, but arriving at the venue and seeing that everything was handled and was going smoothly eased my nerves greatly. We stayed promptly on schedule with the help of Kate and other Fishermen’s Inn staff, and I felt we were seamlessly guided through the day. There were times when I was panicked because I didn’t know what time it was or if we were on schedule with our timeline, but then Kate or another staff member would swoop in and reassure us that everything was on schedule. At the end of the night, I kept saying to my husband “I don’t think anything at all went wrong!” Still to this day, I feel like everything went according to plan and the day went perfectly. Even if there were any issues, my husband and I didn’t hear about them or have to deal with them, which might be the best part! We have gotten so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was and how good the food was. I would not change a single thing about our experience with Fishermen’s Inn. If you are looking for a venue that has their stuff together, makes the planning process WAY less stressful, and walks you through every step of the way to create the wedding day of your dreams, Fishermen’s Inn is it!!!
Kara L
5.0
10/17/2023
Fishermen's Inn is the perfect venue for a wedding! Since touring the venue, we knew it was the one for us and we had absolutely no regrets throughout the whole process! Our coordi...
nator Kate was amazing while we planned the wedding. During the planning process, we lived out of state and they were very accommodating with our meetings and staying in touch. They took care of everything from the food and alcohol to providing and awesome vendor list and taking on the shuttles to make sure everything was perfect for the day. The food was AMAZING and the venue was absolutely stunning! They made me question if wedding planning was even hard with all the work they took on that I didn't have to worry about. Kate made it seem like our wedding was the only one she was working on while working on all her other events. The week of the wedding, she was always available to talk, especially when it came to our weather. We had to change the ceremony to be inside last minute due to rain but you wouldn't be able to tell at all if you were attending the wedding. The guests were in love with the venue especially the separate rooms for the dinner portion and the dancing. It gave everyone a chance to be in the area they were most comfortable in. The whole day went off without a flaw and it's hard to say that for some weddings. I cannot recommend this venue and Kate enough!
Colleen T
5.0
10/11/2023
Everything was wonderful! Kara, Sally, Patti and everyone at Fishermen's Inn made our wedding a night to remember! We had guests talking about how beautiful the venue is, the food ...
veing outstanding, and how well organized the team is. We appreciate everything that Fishermen's Inn did to help make our day special, and their communication and organization is top notch! Very easy to work with and very well experienced, I highly recommend them for your next wedding.
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 10/12/2023
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are so happy that you had such a great experience at F...
ishermen's Inn! I enjoyed working with you, Frank and your families throughout the wedding planning process and the day of your wedding. We appreciate you having the confidence in Fishermen's Inn for one of the best days of your lives! You both are the sweetest and I loved how you showed yourselves through the décor on your wedding day. I am so happy I was lucky enough to share your wedding day with you both. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness! Love, Kara
Maddie P
5.0
9/07/2023
I didn't have to stress about one thing because this venue is so experienced and organized. They have every single detail nailed down to a t. Kara was so incredibly helpful through...
out the planning process and made it so easy to make sure our special day was absolutely perfect. Not only was the food amazing, but the ambiance of the venue is unmatched. Truly such an amazing experience and I would absolutely recommend for any engaged couple!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 09/11/2023
Maddie! Thank you so much for your kind words! It was my pleasure to work with you, Armani...
and your families these past 6 months. What a beautiful wedding day you had. You both looked stunning! I am so happy I was lucky enough to share your wedding day with you both. Thank you for trusting me and Fishermen's Inn to host the wedding of your dreams. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness! - Kara
Travis M
5.0
9/07/2023
Fishermen's Inn could not have been a better venue for our wedding. The grounds were absolutely amazing and the staff was always professional. Kara was extremely helpful to work wi...
th throughout the process and her organization along with the rest of the staff made everything so easy for us. The food at Fishermen's Inn was also top notch! We received so many compliments from our wedding guests that it was one of the best venues they had ever been too! I couldn't imagine having our wedding anywhere else.
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 09/11/2023
Thank you so much Travis for your kind review! It was such a pleasure working with you, Al...
ison and your families these past 6 months. You both were just the sweetest and so organized. I was so incredibly honored to be a part of your special wedding day. Congratulations on becoming husband and wife. Wishing you all the best on your future together!
April P
5.0
8/10/2023
We had the pleasure of hosting our dream wedding at Fishermen's Inn, and I couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience. The staff at Fishermen's Inn went above and beyond to ...
flawlessly execute every aspect of our vision. From the moment we stepped onto the grounds, their dedication to ensuring every detail was perfect was remarkable. The ambiance was enchanting with the serene lakes and manicured grounds and provided the most magical backdrop for our special day.
Our coordinator, Kate was truly exceptional. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine enthusiasm were evident throughout the entire planning process (she even had strep the day before our wedding and didn't lose her smile)! Kate's outstanding organizational skills ensured that every aspect of our wedding was meticulously planned and flawlessly executed, leaving us and our guests in awe.
Fishermen's Inn not only met, but exceeded our expectations in every way imaginable. The staff's unwavering commitment to turning our vision into reality and Kate's exceptional coordination skills made our wedding day an unforgettable experience. We received so many compliments on the venue, staff, and overall day!
Fishermen's Inn is an absolute gem, thank you for making our wedding day and experience truly unforgettable!
Melanie P
5.0
6/23/2023
This property is very beautiful. We were very lucky this last month. Have a beautiful day to have a ceremony and cocktail hour outside and reception inside. The staff were amazing ...
and attentive to anything we needed. It was great to have a coordinator that worked there. All our guests were impressed with how beautiful the location is and how great their food tasted.
Molly E
5.0
6/04/2023
I cannot recommend Fishermen's Inn enough! From our first visit to our wedding day, they were great to work with! We primarily worked with Kate and she was fantastic! She was very ...
easy to communicate with and had good suggestions when we had questions or needed advice on some things. The food was great and they did a great job accommodating my many food allergies as well as some guest allergies. The day of went SO smoothly due to their wonderful staff which really allowed us to enjoy our day without worrying about logistics. We could not have asked for a better venue to have our wedding at and we can not recommend them enough!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 06/12/2023
I am so happy that your day went so smoothly and that it was such a great experience for y...
ou! You looked absolutely beautiful on your wedding day! We wish you the best on your new adventure together as husband and wife!
Jacqui N
5.0
5/31/2023
Fishermen’s Inn made our wedding day one we will never forget. From the very beginning just looking at venues, Patti was so kind to us and was giving us great advice even though we...
hadn’t yet committed to them. Once we said yes, every staff member we came in contact with helped answer our questions with the planning, especially our wedding coordinator Kara. The venue is gorgeous, the staff and service was fantastic, and we had so many guests tell us later that it was the best wedding they had ever been to.
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 06/01/2023
Thank you Jacqui for the 5 star review and your kind words! It was such a pleasure to work...
with you, Patrick and your families throughout the wedding planning process and on the day of your wedding. You looked absolutely beautiful! I am so happy you had an amazing experience with Fishermen's Inn!
Zoe K
5.0
2/24/2023
The easiest Yes. When my now Husband and I were touring Venue's, we went to look at Fishermen's Inn, and actually had another tour scheduled after that. As soon as we concluded our...
tour at Fishermen's Inn, we immediately cancelled the second tour we had that day. The staff were so incredibly Kind, and were beyond communicative throughout the Wedding planning process. We absolutely LOVED their tasting event they put on for their couples, it was an amazing way to get to taste a variety of their foods in preparation for the big day. Not only that, but when it came to Wedding Weekend, the staff were simply amazing. Constantly checking in with us ladies in the Bridal Suite, making sure the men were taken care of in the Groomsman Suite. Our Coordinator, Kara, was amazing. She would answer all of our tedious emails within minutes, she was always reassuring us that if we had any question to reach out to her no matter what. Fishermen's Inn is the perfect elegant but rustic Wedding Venue that fit our style perfectly. We could not recommend Fishermen's Inn enough!!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 02/25/2023
Zoe and Brian - the Fishermen's Inn staff are honored to have been part of your wedding da...
y memories and are so happy that your wedding day was amazing! We appreciate your review and wish you all the best on your new adventure together!
Nina G
5.0
2/20/2023
We loved the venue, staff, and entire wedding experience at Fishermen's Inn! Totally exceeded expectations! After deciding that we wanted to have an outdoor wedding ceremony, it wa...
s extremely important to me that our venue had an equally-as-stunning indoor option so that we'd be stress-free in case it rained on wedding day. Fishermen's Inn is GORGEOUS. The flowers, ponds, and trees definitely sold us, but the indoor venue space is also incredible. We ended up holding a smaller pre-ceremony marriage contract signing ritual in that indoor space because we didn't want to let it go to waste! The windows are floor-to-ceiling and make you feel like you're on the pond.
While we were initially hesitant about having split rooms for dinner and dancing, we ended up loving the extra space for dancing (side note: hire One Night Band if you want to keep your guests on the dance floor all night!). Also, the food was delicious! Just know that they only have a few specific dates that you can select to do the food tasting, and it's a pre-set menu (meaning you cannot necessarily try all of the dishes you're interested in). We were planning the wedding from out of town, so we ended up making a special trip to be able to taste the food in advance.
Aside from that, Fishermen's Inn was extremely flexible/accommodating and made everything easy for us, even as we navigated planning the wedding remotely!! We ended up swapping out the soup course (it was July) for sorbet, brought in our own wedding cakes from the Cheesecake factory, made COVID-specific requests, and they executed flawlessly. We also had multiple friends/family members come to tour the venue for us while on Zoom calls with us since we couldn't travel when we were making our selection, and they couldn't have been nicer about it. We can't say enough good things about all of the staff. Kate was our planner, and she relieved all the stress on wedding day by taking care of EVERYTHING! She even made sure that appetizers from cocktail hour and lemonade from the ceremony were available in the bridal suite for us after the ceremony as we shared a few private moments together. We loved how organized and detailed our pre-wedding timeline was, and she made us feel like this was the most important wedding in the world!
We are so happy we chose Fishermen's Inn!!!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 02/21/2023
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are so happy that you had such a great experience at ...
Fishermen's Inn! We enjoyed working with you and Joe and your families! We appreciate you having the confidence in Fishermen's Inn for one of the best days of your lives! Wishing you all the best on your new adventure together!
Alexis S
5.0
12/29/2022
Fishermen’s Inn was nothing short of amazing. Throughout the entire wedding planning process Kate, Patti & their team were extremely attentive and helpful. Our day was absolutely m...
agical and went so incredibly smooth because of the process Fishermen’s Inn has in place. The atmosphere, food, service & grounds are incredible. Our guests continue to rave about how much fun they had and how it was the best wedding food they have ever had. Wish we could do it all over again! Thank you Fishermen’s Inn!
Matt M
5.0
11/24/2022
We worked with Kate at Fishermen's and she was super responsive and always willing to help. Everything looked absolutely amazing on the day of and ran smoothly! We fell in love wit...
h this venue and would recommend it to everyone!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 11/27/2022
Thank you for the 5 star review! We're so happy you chose Fishermen's Inn and had the con...
fidence in us to choose Fishermen's Inn for one of the most important days of your lives! Wishing you all the best! Patti
Bridget C
5.0
10/20/2022
Fishermen’s Inn was the first and only venue we checked out for our September 2022 wedding and we couldn’t be happier with our decision after getting married a few weeks ago! It wa...
s evident from the moment we walked in that Fishermen’s Inn is unlike any other venue in the area. The staff’s level of service, knowledge and attention to detail are unmatched.
Guests continue to rave about the quality of food, service, landscape and overall atmosphere, saying they never attended a more spectacular venue.
I also can’t say enough good things about our coordinator Kara who was always on top of everything and might actually be the fastest person to respond to emails that I’ve ever met.
Wedding planning felt like a breeze with their planning guide, preferred vendor list and open lines of communication.
Our wedding day was truly the BEST day ever and so much of that is owed to Fishermen’s Inn!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 11/27/2022
You are so sweet! I am so happy your day was THE BEST DAY ever! Your kind words are what...
help to make our staff shine! Wishing you all the best on your new adventure together! Patti
Brian O
4.0
10/13/2022
Beautiful place very professional
Pattie F
5.0
9/08/2022
Fishermen's Inn was the best choice we made to have our wedding at. The entire day was perfect from beginning to end. Our guests are still raving about how wonderful the food and e...
verything was. Everyone loved how beautiful the venue was inside and out. Our wedding coordinator Kate helped us with everything and was there every step of the way and the owner, Patti was so wonderful to work with as well! We couldn't have asked for a most perfect venue for our wedding. Thank you to everyone at Fishermen's Inn for making our day so special!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 09/08/2022
Pattie and Pete - It was such a pleasure to have gotten to know you both and share in your...
special day! Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. Wishing you all the best and more! Patti
Charmaine S
5.0
6/12/2022
My husband and I got married at Fisherman’s Inn, it is also the location where he proposed to me. If I could give Fishermen’s inn more than 5 star I would! Firstly the grounds are ...
absolutely stunning! I got a drone footage of the place so I can forever look at how beautiful it is!! Inside the venue is just breathtaking, especially when you have all your wedding decor up too. I have so many great photos!! The staff are incredibly! Patti is the best!! She definitely made me, my husband and my little baby girl like family! We had to postpone our wedding due to covid and Patti was so accommodating. Kara is an incredible wedding coordinator. She has a lot of experience, great recommendations and is so organized, it made me feel at ease during planning and especially on the day. She also decorated my cake so I know she can put cake decorator on her resume now too ha. The day was magical and seamless, and I couldn’t have done it without her. The bar staff were great on the day!! Everyone you meet working there are so caring! They will forever have a place in my heart. Now let me tell you about the food… I still have people raving about the food and we got married in April 2022. They support and serve food from local business which I think is great!! If I could do the day all over again I would in a heartbeat!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 06/13/2022
It was so wonderful being part of not only your wedding day, but also your engagement! It...
was such a pleasure to work with you both and your sweet little sunshine! Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Come back and visit soon!
Patti
Lauren G
5.0
6/07/2022
Fishermen's Inn was the first venue we toured and we fell in love with it immediately! Our wedding day exceeded all of our expectations, and Kate and the rest of the Fishermen's In...
n staff made the day so seamless and we were able to relax and truly enjoy ourselves without worrying about a thing. Kate also helped to make the planning process so easy and was there every step of the way for any question we had leading up to the wedding.
Our guests could not stop raving about our venue- how beautiful and unique it was, the delicious food, and the amazing service.
Thanks to Fishermen's Inn our wedding day was absolutely perfect and we cannot thank them enough!
Christina L
5.0
4/28/2022
My husband and I got married on April 8th at Fishermen’s Inn. We had originally planned to have an outside ceremony and cocktail hour but the weather did not cooperate. One of the...
reasons we chose Fishermen’s was because they have a beautiful inside ceremony location as well. This made the rain/snow more bearable knowing our backup location was just as picture perfect. I cannot say enough good things about the staff at Fishermen’s Inn. The day of our wedding was flawless and everyone was very accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Our guests raved about the service and the food. Thanks for making our day so special!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 06/13/2022
I am so happy that Fishermen's Inn met your expectations and that your wedding day was fla...
wless! I also love the fact that your guests are raving about our food! I appreciate you taking the time to write a great review! We all enjoyed working with you both and your families! Thanks again!
Shannon A
5.0
4/22/2022
Having our wedding at fishermens was the best decision I made during wedding planning. I thought that living in Washington, DC, planning a wedding in Illinois was going to be supe...
r stressful, but the people at fishermens made it the easiest experience ever. They are so organized, helpful, and on top of all the planning. I genuinely did not need to hire a wedding planner because they were so organized and experienced in throwing a great event. From set up to take down they were there every step of the way. I am so appreciative of Kate’s communication and support during this whole process. I would recommend everyone I could to host your wedding at Fishermens. Other pros: they serve and support local businesses including Reims Meat Market (their supplier for their food), they provide all tables and linens, set up of decor is included, they allow parking overnight/transportation, they box up all decor and allow pick up after the event, and they communicate to all your vendors personally to coordinate timing. Overall, I could not be more thankful to the people at Fishermens for making all my wedding dreams come true!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 04/22/2022
Thank you for your awesome review! It makes my heart happy that the Fishermen's Inn staff...
assisted in making your wedding day the best ever! We hope to see you again one day!
Kathy J
5.0
4/15/2022
We had been working on our wedding plans since June 2019 and we were suppose to have the big wedding we had been planning March 2021 but of course covid happened. They let us still...
use the venue for our ceremony and some pictures and we rebooked for our big wedding in March 202.
Kara was absolutely AMAZING with all of the rescheduling of all of our different meetings and events. When we got closer (and finding out that we were expecting our first little one), Kara and the Fishermen's Inn team did everything with attention to detail when it came to making sure no one knew until we announced it after dinner. Everything was flawless from start to finish, so many compliments about the food as well as the venue from all of our guests combined!
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 04/22/2022
Thank you for the FIVE star review. It makes me so proud of our staff that they were able...
to make your wedding day all that you hoped and more! We wish you all the best on your new adventure of life!
Asha B
5.0
3/03/2022
Our guests won't stop complimenting us on how great the wedding was. They keep claiming it was "the best wedding they've ever been to". Wish we could take credit for that but re...
ally it was Fishermen's Inn's doing.
Response from Fishermen's Inn on 03/03/2022
Asha & Dan - I am so excited to hear that your guests had such a great experience at Fishe...
rmen's Inn! You were both such a pleasure to work with! We hope to see you again one day! Patti
Christina S
5.0
12/16/2021
I can't speak highly enough about Fishermen's Inn!!! From the moment we booked our venue we were impressed with the support, excitement and attention to detail that Fishermen's Inn...
gave us throughout our engagement! Every detail was incredible. The day of coordination was amazing so much so that as the bride I did not have to worry about anything going awry. The staff at the venue on our big day were incredibly kind and you could tell that they genuinely were so happy for my husband and I.
The venue is stunning. Each room is more beautiful than the last. We loved the rustic chic vibe. Even in winter, the ceremony space was beautiful with candle light down the aisle and at the window. The grounds are also gorgeous. We were able to take our engagement photos at the venue space in the fall which is beautiful at this venue. Our wedding photos are going to be just as beautiful I am sure!
The food was INCREDIBLE. We had so many people tell us that the food was top notch.
I would recommend this venue one million times again. We had the most wonderful day and are so happy we were able to have our wedding at Fishermen's Inn!
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