At Il Villaggio...we believe in love.
$14,150 starting price
251 to 300 guests
AWARD WINNER (10X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Exclusivity is yours at Il Villaggio. Focusing on one elegant wedding at a time the unsurpassed beauty of our facility and our wedding professional’s attention to detail will assure you that your special day is just how you have always imagined it to be...Perfect.
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Starting prices
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$9,500
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Amenities
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Se Habla Español
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Awards and Affiliations
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0131 reviews
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Il Villaggio is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional service, gorgeous ballroom, and delicious food. The staff, including Patrick and Leo, are commended for their professionalism and attentiveness throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests were impressed with the beautiful chandeliers, high ceilings, state-of-the-art lighting, and the variety of food options available, including a unique selection that left everyone satisfied. The venue is described as a dream to work with, offering a classic and timeless atmosphere that made each wedding truly unforgettable.Review photos
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Jessica E
5.0
11/26/2024
All of the staff at the Il Villaggio were wonderful. They truly made our wedding an exceptional experience that we will not forget. Everyone was attentive to details of our wedding and went above and beyond to ensure that our wishes for our big day were completed. I would highly recommend having your wedding (or any other event) at the Il Villaggio. You will certainly not regret it.
Melina L
5.0
7/22/2024
We hosted our wedding on 7/7/2024 at Il Villagio, and it was nothing short of perfect. From start to finish, the service was impeccable. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was taken care of, allowing us to fully enjoy our special day without any worries. The food was absolutely fantastic, receiving rave reviews from all our guests. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted amazing. We have no complaints whatsoever and highly recommend Il Villagio to anyone looking for the perfect wedding venue. Thank you, Il Villagio, for making our wedding day truly unforgettable!
Thank you Chris for accommodating all of our wants/needs for our special day.
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Anna D
5.0
10/02/2023
I cannot say enough good things about Il Villaggio. We had our wedding reception there on 9/23/23. From start to finish, Il Villaggio was a dream to work with. From the moment we walked in for the initial tour to the moment our reception ended we truly felt the love and support of the entire staff. From the food choices, the customization of our cocktail hour and dinner, to the ambiance they created with the lighting and cleanliness of the entire place, nothing is left to be desired. The bridal suite was perfect for us and our bridal party to do touch ups and have a moment to rest in between the different functions. We definitely plan to be back. Love love love.
Alexis A
5.0
9/20/2023
Il Villaggio is THE place to have a wedding! From start to finish, our wedding was handled with the greatest attention and care we could’ve asked for. Their ballroom is gorgeous, cocktail hour is elaborate, and attention to detail is superb. Chris, and previously Patrick, are super easy to get in touch and plan with. Chris is very responsive to emails and phone calls and makes sure to work with the bride and groom to ensure their requests are met. On the day of our wedding, the whole staff was professional and respectful. From our bridal attendant, to the maitre d, to the wait staff and bartenders— they made our night so easy with nothing to worry about on our end! Chris made sure to have all our personal affects displayed in a beautiful way, including personalized bride and groom drinks. Our guests have been telling us that the food for cocktail hour, dinner, and dessert was all phenomenal. I can’t recommend Il Villaggio’s food enough, it is really of the highest quality. They also work with incredible vendors and we were able to find and work with Jenifer Studios, Broderick’s Florist, Danaro Limos, and Mondo Entertainment because they were recommended to us by Il Villaggio. We had such an amazing wedding reception and we owe it all to Il Villaggio! We can’t thank them enough!
Licia T
5.0
8/15/2023
We come to Il Villaggio for late lunch early dinner and drinks every couple of weeks and we love the place. Dennis the Chef is just the best there is and the bartender Jimmy is always very welcoming to everyone. Friday August 11, 2023 we had our wedding reception here. We eloped in April and decided to have a family celebration so we met with Chris who handles all of the weddings. Chris and his staff made themselves available whenever we needed anything. To answer questions, aid and assisting hiring vendors, panning menus, decor etc. This is a very well oiled machine that the Owner Ralph has put together. Our guests commented over and over again how elegant the setting is here. Ours was a more intimate crowd of 57 guests, however, they absolutely accommodate large full scale weddings in their grand ballroom which is also very warm and well appointed. Very inviting and elegant. The staff was on target all evening long from the servers, to my bridal attendant Angie, the bartender Steven, the Maitre D Leoand of coarse Chris and Dennis all doing their special part to make us feel like family. Our entire family raved about the food too. We had a five hour continuous cocktail party with vast food choices from around the globe. Aside from what we would love which is a lot of Italian delicacies, we had a Southern Comfort Station and a Havana Station that the guests went crazy for. They added a unique twist with different food choices. Every table we visited the plates were full of different foods everyone was trying. Guests said this was the most unqique selection and they could not decide so they ate as mush as they could have everything. First hour featured a raw bar of oysters, clams and shrimp that were fantastic. Lots of chafing dishes eggplant rollotini, sausage and broccoli rabe, meats, chicken IlVillaggio, pastas, salads, antipasto's, mozzarella, lamb chops, spanakopita, egg rolls, shrimp tempura, coconut shrimp etc. etc. The list seemed endless. The nest four hours were caring stations, homemade pastas, sides, the specialty stations, veal, chicken beef, prime rib you name it. All along keeping the bar flowing. The entire evening of music by Phil and Mary from NY Sound Machine was awesome, the photographer David Miller made sure to capture the festivities, the cake from Callandra's in Fairfield was fresh strawberries and whip cream just delicious! This was a night we and our family and friends will never forget, thank. you for making our dream wedding so perfect from the beginning of the planning process to the end! And we did this in a very short window thanks to Il Villaggio. Photos to follow...
Dina K
5.0
5/30/2023
So much to say about this venue!! It was GORGEOUS and the crew were so helpful and attentive! All the way from the owner, to the director of events, to the bridal attendants. When passing Il Villaggio on the highway, you wouldn't really think much of stopping in. I decided to check it out and when I went inside and saw the ballroom, I was in awe. The chandeliers were the one thing that amazed me. The aesthetics of this venue is so classic and timeless. My husband and I had the most magical wedding day at Il Villaggio. Thanks to Chris, Ralph, and everyone in between. I would definitely host other events at this venue.
Vendor response 05/30/2023
Thank you Dina and Daniel,
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eautiful wedding.
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Chris Budinich
Alyssa S
5.0
11/14/2022
Patrick and the entire team at Il Villagio went above and beyond to make our day extra special and MORE than we could have ever imagined! It went so beyond smooth and we did not have to worry about a thing! The entire night was flawless and the food and service was impeccable! We are so beyond thankful for the entire staff at Il Villaggio! It is a night we will never forget and that is all thanks this amazing staff for all of their efforts! If you were thinking of having an event here, look no further. Thank you times a million!
Michael D
5.0
11/11/2022
Patrick and his team did an amazing job! Got married Saturday November 5, 2022. Service, food, venue and professionalism from the staff were all top notch. Would 100% recommend Il Villaggio to everyone they know how to make a wedding right!!
Anne S
5.0
10/03/2022
Il Villaggio and its team know what they are doing when it comes to wedding. They have the most beautiful venue and the most amazing food, caring staff, and a manager who has compassion for his clients. We truly cannot express how thankful we are to Patrick and his team. He was there for us when we had to change our date a couple of times due to the pandemic and nothing could be easier than to work with him to have the wedding of our dreams. He also made sure the bride (me) didn't have to go up and down the stairs for pictures and have time to make our rounds with our guests. Our guests absolutely showered us with compliments about this venue and their food. We are talking high ceilings, magnificent chandeliers, state-of-the-art lights, and oh the food! Five stars and my highest recommendations - no need to look anywhere else!
Jessica P
5.0
9/16/2022
My husband and I had our wedding reception at Il Villaggio about two months ago, and we’re so pleased with our venue selection. From the moment we first stepped into the building, we were impressed by the atmosphere. The ballroom is beautiful, and didn’t require much else in terms of decor. It was also wonderful that the ballroom had LED lights built in, so we didn’t need to worry about those, either. Patrick was so helpful from the beginning, and it’s obvious he’s a seasoned professional when it comes to weddings. He also truly cares about both the wedding couple and the guests enjoying themselves, and it shows. Il Villaggio does only one event at a time, so the staff was focused entirely on making our event the best it could possibly be. The day of our wedding, the staff regularly checked on us if we needed anything. It also seemed like our guests really liked the waitstaff as well. My husband and I were concerned we wouldn’t get to eat much at the reception, but the staff was already ahead of us. Shortly after we arrived, Gloria brought us a spread of most of the cocktail hour food to eat in the bridal suite. For dinner, we got all three of our chosen entrees, and we were given takeout containers for anything we didn’t finish. The food was all delicious (my husband is still raving about the Little Havana station in particular), and we all really enjoyed ourselves. Il Villaggio provided fantastic value for the money, and the staff is top notch. We’re so grateful to Il Villaggio for helping make our wedding day a success, and we highly recommend them for anyone wanting to hold an event.
Veronica B
5.0
8/29/2022
We could not be happier with Patrick and the entire team at Il Villaggio. Our wedding was a night to remember. From the beginning we felt at home there. Patrick was honest, helpful, and fun to work with. Our day went off without a hitch. He and Leo made sure everything was how we wanted and the day went on smoothly. My bridal attendant Grace was so so sweet. She literally went above and beyond. The food was delicious, they made sure we ate!! We had a suite for our bridal party to rest and refresh which was really nicely stocked. They brought food up. It was nice to get a minute. Everyone was flexible and committed to make the day be a success. Drop off and pick up of our stuff was super easy. We can’t wait to return to their restaurant to celebrate in the future. What a beautiful night! We highly highly recommend them!
Peri V
5.0
8/12/2022
8/5/2022 Had the best day of my life with Il Villaggio, and specifically Patrick, hosting my wedding. From first touring the venue to all of the follow-up meetings, Patrick was always so real with us and doesn’t try to sell what’s unnecessary. All of our questions were answered with years of experience and being my own wedding planner, I was able to trust him and his staff to execute my vision. He officiated our ceremony, cocktail hour was the best buffet, and dinner shocked guests who did not expect it to be so impressive. The ballroom is glorious and the whole night felt like an absolute dream. I truly felt like a princess, was able to let go of all the little stressful details, and enjoy my day. No one wanted the party to end, and our guests continue to say that it was one of the best weddings ever. We thank Patrick, our Maitr’d Leo, and our sweet bridal attendant Yvetta for everything!!
Dehlia M
5.0
2/13/2022
My husband and I got married in Sept 2021. We had both our ceremony and reception at Il Villaggio. Every second of our special day was excellent, thanks to Patrick and his team. Even 5-months after our wedding, friends and family are still raving about the event, how delicious the food was, how beautiful the venue was, and how much fun they all had! I’ve always loved Il Villaggio for romantic date nights with my husband, but now it will forever hold a special place in my heart for how amazing they cared for us for our wedding! Thank you again to Patrick and the rest of the Il Villaggio team!
Alexa B
5.0
11/04/2021
My husband and I just had our wedding here on 10/16/21 and it was an absolute dream! Patrick and his entire team at Il Villaggio were fantastic. Patrick made the entire process from start to finish so easy. Gloria my bridal attendant was extremely attentive and even when my bustle for my very long train on my dress broke she fixed the entire thing so that I could still dance and enjoy the night without having to stress. Thank you so much to Patrick and the whole team for making our wedding day as amazing as it was. Our guests have been non stop raving about the venue and food! 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking to plan a wedding or any event here!
Kelly B
5.0
10/28/2021
Hands down the best wedding venue in the business!!! We are so incredibly grateful for the real and honest service we received from Patrick and the staff at Il Villaggio all throughout the our planning process even after having to postpone once. Our wedding day was a dream come true and so much more than we could have ever asked for - from the amazing food and displays to the phenomenal bar service and everything in between. Our guests are still raving about the once in a lifetime experience they had at Il Villaggio. Thank you Wedding Boss!!
Emily M
5.0
9/24/2021
Where to begin!! Let me start with saying that even at almost a month out from our wedding day, we are still having our guests reach out to tell us that our wedding was one of the best they have ever attended. From the service, to the food, to the overall ambiance and energy, every minute of our wedding day was absolutely perfect due to the hard work and dedication of the Il Villaggio staff. Il Villaggio happened to be the very first venue that we met with and did a virtual tour of as we were still in the thick of covid when we began the wedding planning process. From the very first video call, we knew that we had come across something special not only in Il Villaggio as a venue, but in Patrick as well. There are simply not enough words to describe the number of roles Patrick plays in the process of making your dream wedding day a reality, he quite literally does it all. From the very first conversation, he was honest, realistic, extremely informative, and made us feel totally comfortable without ever feeling an ounce of pressure. When we were able to meet in person, all of the same feelings we had from the first video call were validated and we instantly felt like we had known Patrick for years. Not to mention the venue is absolutely beautiful and walking into the grand ballroom truly stops you in your tracks. Patrick and his team at Il Villaggio made the entire planning process easy, even from afar as my husband’s job moved us to Chicago shortly after we visited and booked the venue. Even without being able to meet in person, Patrick and the team never skipped a beat and never left a stone uncovered. Patrick thought of things I never would have thought of and made sure that the distance between us would cause me no additional stress and I could not be more appreciative. Fast forward to the day of the wedding, and I still cannot get over how much of a dream the day was from start to finish. Patrick, Leo and the Il Villaggio staff as a whole made sure that every single detail was attended to and mad sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. We even had Patrick officiate our ceremony which he tailored to be unique to us as a couple and made the ceremony feel so intimate. From the cocktail hour into the reception, our guests were totally in awe. The rave reviews of the food, the beauty and grandeur of the ballroom, and the smoothness of the operation continue to roll in. I cannot express enough how highly I recommend Il Villaggio- it will be the best decision you make throughout your entire wedding planning process. THANK YOU Patrick, Leo & the entire Il Villaggio staff for giving us the wedding of our dreams, we will never forget it!!!
Nicole S
5.0
8/11/2021
Words can’t express how grateful we were having our wedding here with Patrick helping us along the way. Everything was PERFECT! We didn’t have to worry about a single thing because he was on top of everything. All of our guests keep talking about how this was one of the best weddings they have ever been to. The venue was BEAUTIFUL and the food AMAZING. Everyone is still talking about how good the food was as well as the desserts! Thank you so much Patrick! This was the wedding I have dreamed for and because of you all of our dreams came true!
Jamie S
5.0
5/19/2021
We could not be happier with the experience that we had for our wedding at the Il Villaggio. We knew from the first time we saw the venue that it would be the place where we had our wedding. Patrick was extremely helpful, professional, and made the whole experience seamless. Our guests have been complimenting the service and the food. We are so grateful for everything that the Il Villaggio offered to make our day so special! My husband and I highly recommend this venue for a wedding and other events.
Rebecca I
5.0
5/17/2021
Our wedding was perfect!!!! We did not want it to end! Patrick you are absolutely amazing! We are so thankful we chose to have our wedding at il Villaggio and especially that we had you be the officiant. Our expectations were exceeded! Our family and friends raved about the food and service! Mark and I already want to come back to your restaurant to have the delicious food! We will sure book our next event with you guys!
Elisa S
5.0
3/15/2021
Patrick and his staff were very accommodating to our guests and were extremely helpful throughout our several wedding date changes. They met our needs and set up everything perfectly! They did a fantastic job making our evening a night to remember in the most perfect ball room ever! My husband and I had an amazing time and we highly recommend them!!
Gabrielle F
5.0
1/08/2020
Words cannot express our gratitude to Il Villaggio for the execution of our dream wedding 9/7/2019. Their staff's professionalism, attention to detail, and enthusiasm really made it clear why we chose Il Villaggio to host our wedding. We could not have asked for anything more and we are so thankful to the staff for making our night the absolute best.
Patrick, who we had worked with for the past almost 2 years since booking, was so wonderful, helpful and sincere. He worked through all of our challenges and assisted us in all of our requests. He truly is THE Wedding Boss!
If you need a venue for the perfect budget, amazing food and the most beautiful ballroom, look no further than Il Villaggio! 10/10
Alyssa D
5.0
12/02/2019
My husband and I got married here this past October (10/20/19). Myself and all of my guests cannot begin to say how wonderful Patrick and the team at Il Villaggio was! Even just speaking with my other vendors during the wedding planning process, they told me how good the food is and what a great venue we chose. The food was amazing (I seriously couldn't stop thinking about the pasta after our menu tasting and on our wedding night). Weeks after my wedding, my guests were telling us how beautiful our wedding was, how delicious the food and drinks were, and overall that it was a great wedding. Our coordinator, Patrick was super accommodating and easy to work with. I was able to have my dream wedding in a ballroom without it costing me fortune. If you book your wedding here, you will be in good hands I can assure you!!
Amanda B
5.0
11/30/2019
I always said “I’ll never have my dream wedding because I will never spend that much...” enter Il Villaggio, where all dreams come true for a very reasonable price. It’s been two weeks and all we hear is “that food was amazing” or “I can’t believe how incredible that venue was”. Patrick Lopez is the real VIP who made everything happen... not a detail was missed and every single minute of my wedding day was more spectacular than I thought it would be. My ask? If you have a wedding here, invite me so I can enjoy all of the incredible food!!!!
Danielle H
5.0
11/28/2019
While my fiancé and I went with a different venue (wanted something with some type of outdoor option) I just have to comment on how absolutely amazing Patrick was. We had a tough decision choosing a venue because we liked him so much. He walked us through the whole process, was upfront and direct, and clearly cared about his employees and the work they do to make your wedding great.
Joanna G
5.0
11/13/2019
Great place
Alaina C
5.0
10/28/2019
Best Day Ever Thanks to Il Villaggio
Our 8/24/19 Wedding at Il Villaggio was Remarkable thanks to Patrick Lopez and all of the staff! We planned our dream wedding in 6 short months and Patrick was there every step of the way! Our ceremony was on site. It was beautiful, stress-free. The food was OUTSTANDING! The best thing that we could have ever done was enjoy our cocktail hour upstairs in the bridal suite. Every item that our guests enjoyed was also hand served us. The bridal attendant was fantastic, she followed me around holding my bouquet and fixing my dress until it was time to party. I had nothing to worry about. The views and ballroom were absolutely beautiful and made for great pictures. The timing of everything was perfect and our guests raved about the food and the decor. We had the best day of our lives! Thank you to Patrick and the staff of Il Villaggio! Don’t wait, book with Patrick today!
Chavell B
5.0
8/26/2019
So far, our wedding at Il Villaggio was the best wedding our guests has ever been to!!! So many compliments on just about everything, from the ambiance, scenery, food, and great service! Thank you Patrick and the Il Villaggio team! Thank you for making my husband and my dream come true!!
Leslie C
5.0
8/09/2019
We got married on July 14, 2019 and had our reception at Il Villaggio. The service was incredible!! I had my own bridal attendant who assisted me with my bustle for my wedding dress and getting my party shoes from upstairs after I was done with the first dance. All our guests RAVED about the food. As soon as we got to the venue, the bride and groom ate upstairs and had a moment of peace and quiet alone before we went downstairs to greet our dress. Also, they wrapped the food we didn’t eat so we can take it home the following day. Also, each table had its own server for drinks and our guests were really happy with how attentive they were. Working with Patrick was very professional and easy, and Patrick and his team made our wedding day amazing, easy and relaxing. The ballroom is beautiful and the way the chandelier lights changed with the music looked amazing. I am so happy we booked our wedding with Il Villaggio and highly recommend to any bride/groom.
Tina T
5.0
5/28/2019
We had our dream wedding at Il Villaggio on Sunday January 20th, 2019 (marital bliss made us late to leave this wonderful review). Il Villiaggio was actually the last place we looked at, as we thought this gorgeous and prestigious venue would be out of our budget. But, working with Patrick and some strategic planning, we knew we could make it work and that this was the place for us! With all the stresses of planning a wedding, Il Villiaggio made the process totally easy - from providing all information up front including payment plans, menus for cocktail hour & reception, and table sizes, to suggesting their additional room for the ceremony space AND we even hired The Wedding Boss to be our officiant. After the ceremony, we were ushered upstairs where we feasted on every savory tidbit offered at our cocktail hour (which was wildly appreciated since that was really the only thing we ate all night). From our entrance, to the first dance to the speeches, to the cake cutting, it was the perfect event. Our family and friends were blown away by the beautiful and regal decor of Il Villiaggio as well as the delicious food. Our wedding day had an expected guest, winter storm Harper. Instead of taking home the meals of our guests who could not attend due to the weather, we were welcomed to return on our first wedding anniversary to enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Having our wedding at Il Villiaggio was a dream come true, and we look forward to visit the restaurant as regulars for special occasions.
Jagoda S
5.0
5/15/2019
I don't even know where to begin.. we just had our wedding this past weekend and I'm still trying to take it all in! I wish it never ended, but it all started when we first stepped into the venue and met Patrick. I knew when he showed us the grand ballroom with the beautiful chandeliers that Il Villaggio will be our wedding venue. Patrick kept talking about the service and the food which was one of the most important things I was looking for in a venue. They weren't wrong because on our wedding day they absolutely delivered. The food was just outstanding and I thank them all, especially my bridal attendant, for bringing us all that delicious food during cocktail hour up to our bridal suite. My husband and I were able to enjoy every moment! I'm so happy we chose to do Viennese Dessert Hour because it was just FABULOUS! Our guests kept talking about it and I really loved seeing our youngest guests enjoy the cotton candy station and chocolate fountain! THANK YOU SO MUCH! I also wanted to thank Patrick for being so responsive during the entire year leading up to the wedding and for always responding to my emails whenever I had questions about the smallest things! Thank you so much! We will never forget this day!
Olivia A
5.0
12/28/2018
My husband and I knew when we walked in the venue September 2017 we wanted to book based on just the look of the venue. Our wedding was 11/17/18. Upon walking in the entrance is stunning, everything is beautifully decorated and that’s before you even get into the ballroom. The ballroom is absolutely breathtaking with the many beautiful crystal chandeliers, spaced out tables so every guest can get up and move around and a stage where we put the DJ so you have an ample dance floor without tripping over wires or having a speaker next to a table. We worked with Patrick for planning our wedding and it was truly a pleasant experience that exceeded all expectations. Patrick was there every step of the way with attentiveness and patience with every question and concern. The day of the wedding, the staff was tremendously unbelievable. Every single staff member was so considerate to our bridal party, our friends and family, and to us even going as far as to clean and bustle my dress. Patrick sent us a day of email with kind words and even fixed my husband’s bow tie and gave a groomsman suspenders when his broke. There is one server per table which is unheard of at certain venues in NY (where we’re from). I have been flooded with calls and texts about how beautiful the venue was, how amazing and abundant the food was and how fun the party was. All the preferred vendors from the venue we went with and truly every single vendor was amazing and made the experience that much better for us. The food from the venue deserves a whole review just on its own. Everyone kept saying leading up to the wedding that the bride and groom are too busy to eat the day of their wedding, however, the staff made sure we had food and enjoyed ourselves. Every detail was thought of and taken care of from the staff so all my husband and I had to do was just enjoy ourselves. There was nothing we wanted for because everything was even better than we could have imagined. We knew we made the right decision booking at Il Villaggio and I’m so grateful they gave us the most memorable night of our lives. If you are looking for an elegant wedding, with impeccable service and amazing food there is no other options go here.
Alyssa D
5.0
11/17/2018
My experience with Il Villaggio was absolutely amazing. Every single staff member goes above and beyond to make your event planning is seem less. My husband and I worked closely with Richard during our wedding planning. Richard was wonderful to work with. He was very knowledgeable, professional and just a joy to work with. Il Villaggio is gorgeously stunning, very very clean, well maintained and a classy place to have a wedding at. The food is phenomenal, and the dessert room is mind blowing. We had the best experience imaginable! I already miss working with such a great group of professionals! Thank you for all of your hard work, dedication and professionalism!!
Alexis G
5.0
10/30/2018
I couldn’t thank the staff of Il Villaggio enough for the most perfect wedding! Everything from the food to the music was amazing! We’ve already been back for dinner and love going there. I hope someone has a wedding there soon so I can experience it as a guest!
Vincent D
5.0
10/26/2018
Got married on 10/20/2018. Was incredible! Family and friends kept coming up to me during and after the reception telling me how much they loved the food and how beautiful the venue was. We had distant relatives tell us that this was their favorite wedding, and I owe most of that to Patrick, Leo, and the rest of the staff at Il Villaggio.
Maria S
5.0
9/10/2018
My mom hosted my bridal shower here and it was so wonderful! The food was great, but the service was even better! Patrick and Denise were absolutely wonderful. When we were leaving the venue to bring our gifts home, they helped us place our gifts on a table with wheels to easily bring them into cars. Thank you all so much again!!
Anisah S
5.0
7/18/2018
My now husband keeps saying the phrase “We fell in love with the people first, then the place.” Il Villaggio has some of the most caring and warm hearted people working there. Patrick and Richard were just amazing people to know and worked hard with us to make our wedding go smoothly. My husband and I didn’t have a wedding coordinator and were more than happy to help us navigate through our planning. In addition, Patrick doubled as our officiant and our guests just loved his spin on the ceremony. My maitre d’ Leo and bridal attendant Wendy were very tentative, accommodating and would make changes to the schedule as the wedding was happening without hesitation. Also, the owner of the venue (I am terribly sorry, I cannot remember his name right now) radiates warmth with his smile and kind voice. These people are amazing.
As for the place, this was one of the nicest, most elegant, and just simply amazing places I’ve ever been to. Great food, amazingly high ceilings, spacious ballrooms and main gathering space. Even the lighting setup in the main ballroom just blew my guests away. In addition, the food was phenomenal. There was so much of it and everything was incredibly delicious. Also, and I found this out at the end when I went to gather my belongings the next day, this venue donates centerpieces that are not collected to the nearby nursing home. Too many feels hit my heart. I can’t say enough great things about this place. Thank you so much for making my wedding special and giving my guests the time of their lives.
Yolanda C
5.0
7/15/2018
We were married on 6/16/18 and booked Il Villaggio for our wedding after visiting four NJ venues in one weekend. For us, Il Villaggio stood out from the crowd for several reasons: its elegant appearance, its size, its selections of food and presentation options, and their sales manager, Richard.
Richard was very courteous, knowledgeable, and accommodating to us throughout the entire process, and really made booking with Il Villaggio a no-brainer. We had several things to bring to the venue before the reception, including favors for over 180 people, and Richard was a big help in allowing us to do this several days beforehand, even keeping the favors in a cool, dry place (chocolates were included, so this was important). Richard helped coordinate the food tasting as well, and if we weren't already impressed by the ambiance of the venue and professionalism of everyone involved, the food spoke for itself. It is absolutely delicious, and the only regret we have is that we weren't able to taste everything on the night of the reception! Maybe Richard will let us crash a future wedding to sample their cocktail hour…
When the big day finally came, Il Villaggio delivered and really lived up to its reputation as a premier venue in New Jersey. Richard, the wait staff, the maître d, the bridal attendant, and everyone else were on top of their games. Everyone had a great time and could not stop praising the food, service, and atmosphere. Everything went so smoothly and we are very appreciative of the professionalism that made it possible. Thanks very much!
Camille S
5.0
6/24/2018
From beginning to end Patrick and his staff made our planning and wedding day the best day ever!! We even had a bridal attendant Emna who was so attentive. The food is so abundant and the venue itself is gorgeous. Weeks after the wedding people are still telling me it’s the best wedding they have ever attended. Please do not hesitate booking your ceremony and receptions at Il Villaggio.
Cristina C
5.0
6/05/2018
A little late on a review, but that just goes to show that it meant so much I haven't forgotten! My husband and I got married in June of 2017. We booked our venue in January of 2016, we shopped 20 different venues but the second we walked into this one- it was different. White glove service from the second you walk in just to shop the venue. Patrick was our go to for everything. He worked with us on all of our needs (especially our food allergies). Our entire engagement we were in constant contact. Anytime I had a question, and emailed Patrick- he answered it in just minutes. The customer service was outstanding. The day of our wedding was perfect, and we owe the party all to Il Villaggio. The room is perfect, tall ceilings, an amazing lighting package (highly recommend), and the food! The food was incredible, every guest of ours still raves about the bar service, the cocktail hour, dinner and venetian hour. Every waiter made sure every drink was always full, every guest was attended to. Ralph and Patrick- thank you so much for everything along the way. You could not have done better!
Irene I
5.0
5/08/2018
It has almost been a year since our wedding reception at Il Villaggio & me, my husband, & our guests still can’t stop talking about how amazing that night was. From the service to the food to the overall ambiance & vibe, every minute & detail was expertly orchestrated with the help of all the members of the staff.
I came across Il Villaggio randomly when I was searching for wedding venues. I saw all the glowing reviews about the food, service & a gentleman named Patrick so we decided to schedule an appt to check out the venue & see what the fuss was about.
Thank goodness for honest reviews. We were blown away by the level of service that Patrick provided during the wedding planning process. He was incredibly responsive to all of our questions & needs. We had a couple budget constraints, but he was very accommodating & understanding. The best part was that we never felt pressured to go with Il Villaggio. He even gave us pointers during our search & told us that “When you find the right venue, you’ll know.” After that meeting, we knew that Il Villaggio was the one for us & we’re so glad we made that decision.
In the days leading up to the reception, we were a bit nervous about all the coordinating, but Patrick put us at ease & made sure all the vendors & decorations were collected & in place.
Come the day of the reception, Patrick greeted us & assured us that everything will be taken care of & to enjoy the night. Elona, our wedding assistant & Alex, the maitre d’ were the MVPs - they took care of us from beginning to end & we cannot thank them enough for all the support they provided.
Lastly, the food was absolutely incredible! We still dream about the tortellini & stuffed chicken! Our guests still rave about the copious amounts of delicious food served during cocktail hour & dinner.
Thank you again to Patrick, Elona, Alex, & the rest of the staff for making our wedding night so unforgettable. We can’t wait to celebrate our 1-year anniversary at the restaurant!
Susan B
5.0
3/20/2018
Selecting this venue was by far one of the best decisions my, now, husband and I could have ever made to start the beginning of our life together. The venue is beautiful. It was perfect for our March 4, 2018 wedding because it can accommodate everything indoors (ceremony included). It was exclusive because they only host one wedding at a time, so we had the whole place to ourselves. They have 3 separate rooms so no change over required between cocktail hour and reception. The prices were reasonable. The food selection is great and the food is delicious. Most importantly, the service...from Patrick, who helped us organize everything, to the staff the day of, was outstanding. I highly recommend checking out this venue. It was perfect for us and our guests.
Stephanie P
5.0
3/07/2018
We booked the Il Villaggio with Patrick, who really is the “Wedding Boss.” He made the total planning process as easy as possible and accommodated any special requests we asked. The Il Villaggio is STUNNING inside and left all our guests in awe as soon as they walked in. Beyond the interior is the excellent food and service. Coming from an Italian background food is key, it better be good and plentiful and Il Villaggio offered just that. We had a full 1.5 hour cocktail, reception, and of course full Venetian hour. We can’t stop hearing how delicious the food and how beautiful our reception was. We are so happy we booked Il Villaggio! We look forward to having our future events there! Thank you PLo and the rest of the Il Villagio team! You guys are spectacular!
Val D
5.0
2/18/2018
My husband Kyle and I were married at the Il Villaggio this past Friday night. (2/16/18) � We don't even know where to start. If we could give this venue 10 stars we would! From the first day we walked into the venue it just felt right. Richard was so easy to work with and so accommodating! He made sure he executed every last detail we wanted perfectly. He stayed in contact and always payed close attention to detail. Patrick married us and everyone is raving about how fun and professional the ceremony was. The food was unreal. Our guests haven't stopped messaging and calling us about the cocktail hour and dessert! Everyone has told us it was the best wedding they have ever been to from the ceremony to the food and ambiance. We can't thank Richard, Patrick and their team at the Il Villaggio enough for making our wedding night the absolute best night of our lives!!! I would recommend this venue over and over and over again!! I'm hoping we can attend a wedding there some day so we can enjoy it as guests too � Thank you Richard for the wedding of our dreams and being such a pleasure to plan with!!!
Renee R
5.0
2/17/2018
I knew from the moment I walked into Il Villagio that it was the venue that I wanted to hold my wedding at. My husband and I worked with Richard and from day one he made the entire process of planning my wedding effortless. He was amazing to work with. The staff was amazing and they were truly on their A-game making my wedding day stressless. Wendy and Leo were amazing making sure I had everything I needed at that moment. If you want quality food, this is the place. There was not one dish that was presented that was not delicious. Everyone gave me amazing compliments on how great my cocktail hour and main dishes were, although I didn’t have anything to do with the taste of the food. Honestly, Il Villagio will make your wedding day fantastic and memorable and the best yet, stress free. They make you feel like you are their only priority. You will not be disappointed. I will not miss planning my wedding but I will truly miss working with Richard and the staff at Il Villagio, because of them it was one aspect of my wedding I did not have to worry about. The are the greatest!
Kaitlyn C
5.0
1/16/2018
My husband and I had our wedding reception at Il Villaggio on October 20, 2017 and it was an amazing day!
Some of the biggest things that drew us to Il Villaggio as a couple were:
- customer service...our coordinator, Richard, was there the entire time during our reception. There was also a captain, one waiter per table, our very own bridal attendant for my husband and I who was with us from the moment we walked to the moment we left.
- amazing food
- ambiance
- word of mouth... seriously, mention that you're looking at Il Villaggio and someone you know has been to a wedding there or they knew someone who went to a wedding here and said it was the best time ever.
- outstanding cocktail hour
- premium open bar for 5 hours
- wedding cake was included in the price of the venue, as well as an ice sculpture
- price
Reasons why our guests loved Il Villaggio:
- bridal suite...this is coming more from our bridal party, as we had plenty of room to touch up on make-up and hair, change shoes, work on entrance dance moves and relax. There is also a Juliette balcony that was perfect for photo opportunities
- everyone loved the food and you get a lot of it! From cocktail hour, to the main course to the dessert, we heard nothing but great reviews from our guests
- space...in addition to the rooms where you have cocktail hour and the reception, there is also a huge bar and lounge where guests can sit and get away for a bit if they don't feel like being in the ballroom, though people were rarely out there once the party started
- big dance floor
I truly loved having our reception at Il Villaggio. Richard and the rest of the staff made it very easy for me, as the bride. I had a couple of things I wanted set up for decorations and Richard said not to worry, send a picture of how you want it set up and we'll set it up for you. When we would meet with Richard, he always had answers to my questions and just overall made planning the reception very easy. I did not have to worry about a single thing on the actual wedding day and for that I cannot recommend Il Villaggio enough! My husband and I can't wait for someone else we know to get married here so we can come back for another wedding. Thank you so much to Richard, Patrick and Leo for making this an amazing day!
Ann P
5.0
1/07/2018
My husband and I first met Patrick and Alex at a bridal expo and we both knew right away that Il Villaggio was was a location we wanted to look at. As soon as we came in and saw the hall, we knew it was the one. Patrick was amazing to work with and very accommodating. I'm originally from NJ but now live in CT so all our of meetings had to be held on the weekends. The day of the wedding, I was excited to see Alex as our maitre d’ and Elona was my bridal attendant. From the moment we arrived to the moment the night ended, Alex and Elona were right by our side in case we needed anything. I had a little bit of issue with the bustle in my dress, but Elona was right there to solve the issue.
I can truly say that I had my dream wedding thanks to the staff at Il Villaggio. The cocktail hour was incredible. The food was the most delicious food I've ever had and the Ice Sculpture was beautiful. Then we went onto the reception and the room was spectacular. Dinner was just as delicious and everything went flawlessly!
Our guests are still talking about our wedding as the best wedding they have ever been too! I feel truly blessed to have had my dream wedding all thanks to Il Villaggio!
Colleen Z
5.0
11/17/2017
I got married here on 11/10/17 and I do not even have words for the experience I had. From start to finish was absolutely amazing. I booked with Rich and he was beyond accommodating. The looks of the venue, the amazing food, strong drinks, and staff made my day one to remember. We did have the dessert room which extended the wedding by an extra hour. WELL WORTH THE MONEY!!! The next morning everyone was raving about how much food was there for both cocktail hour and dessert and how amazing it was. The staff even cleaned up all my extras and had them waiting for me the next morning. I have been to many wedding and been a bridesmaid in 9 weddings. This place tops them all!
Shakira W
5.0
11/06/2017
Choosing a venue was probably one of the most difficulties I had. I been to a lot of venues but what separated Il Villaggio from the rest was Patrick. He was very up front and honest about what Il Villaggio can offer us. I can go on an on about the place but what was most important was the experience. I have been to tons of weddings and experienced it from a guest side so to have to pleasure of not only myself and my groom be catered to but my guest as well was a wow moment. My guest talked about the staff and how they felt being catered to. This place goes above and beyond so you will not have to worry about anything. Best place in my book.
Alexa L
5.0
11/03/2017
Our wedding was the best night of our lives thanks to the service at Il Villaggio. From the first time that we met with Patrick, we knew that Il Villaggio was were we wanted to have our wedding reception. He was there for us every step of the way while planning our wedding. Patrick was always quick to respond to any questions whether it was by email or by phone - he always made himself available to us. Patrick and his team were the dream team the night of our wedding! The food and service were excellent. We still have people calling and texting us telling us how amazing our wedding was!
Brooke G
5.0
10/27/2017
If I could give Il Villaggio ten stars, I would! We worked with Richard and he was the best. Gave us our dream wedding within our budget. The food is simply excellent. ALL of our guests told us throughout the wedding how good the food was and could not believe we still had a full dinner after cocktail hour. Richard was so easy to work with, he made everything as stress free as possible for us. We had a problem with our florist and our Chuppah was not made out of birch wood, which was very important to my husband from his childhood home. Patrick (who we barely even worked with) took his car and cut down a birch tree and had it put on our Chuppah for us!!!! If that is not going "above and beyond, " I don't know what is. The ballroom is spectacular, staff is super attentive and food amazing. Not one bad thing I could say about our experience at Il Villaggio! We highly recommend it and can't wait for another occasion to celebrate at Il Villaggio in the future.
Carlos P
5.0
10/17/2017
Not only was the food out of this world ( cocktail, main course, Viennese dessert ) but where I was impressed was the attention to detail and the attention given to the myself and my wife by our own butler service. I also want to thank Patrick our coordinator who went above and beyond from the first day we went to check the venue to the day of and even the next day after the reception. By far the best place to have a wedding reception in New Jersey. The wedding reception was about 3 months ago and my guest are still raving about the place.
Amanda V
5.0
10/13/2017
If you're searching for a venue to have your wedding, you can stop right now. Il Villaggio is absolutely the place to book. There were several reasons my husband (yay!) and I picked Il Villaggio. First, it was really easy to get to. Next, everyone raved and praised the food there. The place was absolutely gorgeous. The lighting system was incredible. But most of all, it was the general manager, Patrick. I wanted to work with someone who I could trust with my wedding. As theater people, my husband and I know how to produce shows and performances. If something went wrong, I needed someone who could fix it without anyone realizing it. I needed someone calm, collected and in control. Patrick was that guy. And we did not regret this choice. Patrick was an absolute joy to work with throughout the entire planning process. He catered to my requests at all times; he was so easy to talk to; it was incredibly easy to get a hold of him, and he was just so wonderful and down to earth. The day of the wedding was the real test. Il Villaggio, Patrick and the staff passed with flying colors and went above and beyond. My day could not have gone more perfect. Everything was incredible! We had Alex as our maitre d and Enma as my bridal attendant. Those two were absolutely wonderful. Alex always keep me informed and made everything run so smoothly. He catered to my every wish and command, and so did Enma. They made me feel like a princess. The food was fantastic; everyone enjoyed it all. The lighting was superb. It was literally the best day of my life, and it wouldn't have been like that if we were anywhere else, but Il Villaggio. I firmly believe that. Go check the place out, meet Patrick and see for yourself. It'll be the best decision you'll ever make when it comes to your wedding.
Vendor response 10/14/2017
You two were an absolute delight to work with. The efforts that you put into your wedding...
certainly showed throughout the day.
Thank you for giving us the honor to host your wedding.
Patrick & the staff at Il Villaggio
Mir P
5.0
9/21/2017
Il villagio review
The price
Patrick was a delight to work with. He sat down with us and built us a reasonably priced package with exactly what we needed.
The setup and decor
The hall has a restaurant attached which has no impact on the wedding night. They hold only 1 wedding a night which is nice (you don't run into random people). The cocktail room is beautiful. The main room is gorgeous with its high ceilings and elegant chandeliers (capable of nice lighting effects).
The staff
Patrick and his staff were extremely accommodating. Patrick was kind enough to allow us to do our own center piece and decorations (stage) the night before and morning of. His staff was very helpful with helping us set up the day of and we heard compliments from all of our guests on how attentive, prompt, and kind they were during the event.
The food
The food was the best part. From our cocktail our to our dinner and vianese our guests were all very happy with the food and presentation. During cocktail hour we had carving stations, pastas, lamb chops - (Mediterranean station) it was all very tasty. For the dinner they also were able to accommodate us with a special middle eastern rice to accompany the meat dish. Patrick was kind enough to bring in some desserts he didn't generally have and allow us to bring a few items. All in all very pleased with the overall experience.
Shahira & Mir
Vicky C
5.0
9/21/2017
My husband yoon and I had the best experience working with Patrick at the venue! He was so accommodating and on point with everything!!! The guests at our wedding had nothing but great things to say about the celebration, and service! Alex our maitre 'd was fab as well ,keeping the bridal party pumped and excited!! Enma was my bridal attendant and was so sweet tending to my needs! Love love loved everything! Will definitely recommend Il villaggio to all my friends!
Michelle P
5.0
9/21/2017
Patrick and the staff at Il Villaggio i must say you guys went above and beyond my expectations! You , elona and my matrede were incredible! The food is incredible! I think we had guests rolling out of there LOL. Il Villaggio created the perfect atmosphere for our wedding on Thursday 3/31/16 . There are not enough nice things to say about this place. We were blown away by how Patric & his staff were able to transform our dream into reality. Everything from the ballroom, to the cocktail hour rooms, to the amazing ice sculpture! The lighting really made that room shine even more!! In addition to the beauty of the venue, the staff is just amazing. From day one, Patrick was professional, friendly, and organized. We never had to worry about anything going into our wedding. You can tell that he knows the business very well and offered great suggestions. Myself being a wedding planner, i'm sure i came off extremely OCD lol but Patrick and the staff made everything look picture perfect even with my million details. Just when you thought it couldn't have gotten any better, our guests are continuing to rave about the food. The selection and quality of food from cocktail hour to dessert is what makes this venue better than the rest! The presentation was perfect and the taste was just delicious, it simply cannot be beat! Our wedding came out perfect thanks to everyone at Il Villaggio. We would recommend that everyone have their wedding here! Thank you Il Villaggio for making our day unforgettable! guests cannot stop talking about it ! Thank you Patrick for all your help through out our wedding . Joe & I appreciate it ! :)
Mr and Mrs Perez
Christine C
4.0
8/22/2017
My fiancé and I recently looked here during our search for wedding venues. Although we didn't wind up booking this venue we felt the need to leave a review on how wonderful the general manager, Patrick , was when we met with him. He was by far the warmest, genuine and most down to earth person that we had met with out of all the places we had been. He gave us great advice, was thorough, and not pushy. We were looking for a venue that had more outside grounds which is why we didn't go with this place, however my fiancé and I both said that there was no doubt in our minds that Patrick and staff would go above and beyond in order to provide their bride and groom with an exceptional wedding.
Nancy O
5.0
8/11/2017
This venue truly made my wedding perfect. Patrick and Richard ensured that everything was exactly how I wanted it. Not to mention the venue is just overall stunning and the food was amazing. I still get compliments till this day about it! Overall stellar venue.
Rachel B
5.0
6/25/2017
My husband and I were married on May 26th 2017 at Il Villaggio. The first day we met with Patrick we knew Il Villaggio was going to be where we had our wedding, and we knew we were in the best of hands. The planning was seamless and everything we visioned was executed perfectly, include our personalized Transformers Autobot Ice sculpture. The elegant ambiance and exceptional service that we receive was above and beyond all of our expectations. The food was out of this world amazing, and even better the next day with the abundant left overs we were able to bring home with us. I would like to also extend a personal thank you to Enma and Bailey, my two outstanding bridal attendants. They were on point with everything and always right there ready and willing to help with every single detail. You all were able to make our vision and our dream wedding a reality, and for that we are eternally grateful. The evening was absolutely magical, enchanting, and by far the best night of our lives! We will definitely return for our first anniversary, and for all anniversaries to come!!
Knottie74608725
5.0
4/20/2017
My husband and I got married in October of 2016 and had our wedding reception at the venue. We can not say enough how amazing Patrick was and so very attentive and our bridal attendant , were amazing!!!!! Utterly amazing! Patrick was so informative and helpful and cooperative and really was so thankful for my husband as well who currently serves in the military!
I can't say enough excellent things about having our wedding reception here.
My husband and I was so very grateful!!! Thank you thank you!!!
Adrianna S
5.0
3/31/2017
We cannot overstate how happy we were with Il Villaggio and the staff there. They were so accommodating to menu changes, guest number changes, and changes during the reception. Richard walked us through every detail in such a relaxing way that we were not overwhelmed at all. My Maitre d' was always by my side when I needed him but never overwhelmed me. He walked us through everything from the cake cutting to changing the order of our reception. My bridal attendant was superb. She stayed by my side and did anything that needed to be done, and had excellent advice for anything I wasn't sure about. The facilities are gorgeous of course and the food was fantastic. We got nothing but compliments from everyone about the food and decor. Everyone thought we spent way more than we did! It snowed on our wedding and the attendants were so gracious cleaning the snow off everyone's cars, walking guests to their cars and helping any way they could. Our pictures turned out gorgeous outside in the courtyard! We couldn't have imagined a more perfect day and the wonderful people at Il Villaggio made it possible.
Jessica G