A Vintage Venue With a Jazz Age Twist
AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Proudly situated in Pontiac, MI, the Lafayette Grande is an elegant wedding venue for sophisticated nuptial festivities. Built in the ‘20s, this open and airy hall with its splendid interiors transports couples and their guests to another era, though without the prohibition. With fantastic staircases, an antique elevator, and extraordinary architectural details throughout, this event center gets the party twisting and turning in glamor.
Constructed in 1923, this building has served as a Masonic temple, the Oakland county government building, and a site for restaurants. Since 1977 it has functioned as a banquet hall, providing couples with full-service catering and a historic reception venue. The largest of the Lafayette Grande’s halls, the Grande Ballroom, is able to host a wedding celebration of up to 500 guests, for a true evening in extravagant grandeur. Also available are the Crystal and Lafayette Ballrooms, with all three event spaces designed in a similar classic style.
Ornate swirling columns and molding adorn the ballroom walls, all of which are carefully restored and preserved. To tone down the intricate embellishments for a more understated look, the spaces are painted in washes of white, pale blue, and pastel yellow. Distinctive amongst many ballrooms, there are multiple floors with balconies and elevated seating areas. For smaller events, they have the Pontiac Lounge, with marbled floors and rich wood walls, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. No matter the space a couple chooses, the rooms are sure to delight and enthrall guests for a memorable evening.
At the Lafayette Grande, couples can avail of their refined and expansive selection of food and decorations. Buffet, family-style, and plated are all options, as well as desserts and late-night snacks to keep guests fed throughout the evening. The linen and place setting assortments are enormous. With an abundance of hues and different sized tables, couples can create table layouts that speak to their vision. If none of these are suitable, couples are more than welcome to bring in their own decorators. An on-site kitchen ensures that the cuisine prepared that evening is fresh. Valet and free parking are provided for guest convenience. In addition, get ready rooms allow the wedding party to prepare in comfort.
What You'll Love About Lafayette Grande
This award-winning venue has received glowing reviews from couples who have held their nuptial celebrations at their stunning property. The unique spaces, as well as the attentive service and delicious fare, have all been highlighted and made their couples' big day that much more special. Check out Lafayette Grande's reviews for more information on the kind of unforgettable experience you can look forward to when hosting with them.
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$3,500
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$3,500
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$750
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- Couples usually spend $13,500
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- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Dec.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
300+
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Ballroom
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4.9
out of 5.096 reviews
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Lafayette Grande is praised by multiple reviewers for its beautiful and unique venue, delicious food, and exceptional service. The staff, including Greg, Ryan, Lauren, and Shauna, are commended for their professionalism and attentiveness throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests appreciated the seamless execution of events, the affordability, and the stunning architecture of the building. The Crystal Ballroom is highlighted as a gorgeous space for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions, and the historic venue provides ample opportunities for photos. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Lafayette Grande as a dream wedding venue with customizable options and a welcoming, family-run atmosphere.Review photos
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Maria T
5.0
11/04/2024
This venue was perfect for our fall wedding! We had our ceremony and reception in the Crystal Ballroom and got beautiful photos inside and outside this unique venue. The planning went smoothly and the amount and level of communication was amazing to make sure our day went well. Everything looked beautiful and the staff was amazing. They made sure we knew what was going on and kept us informed on the timeline of courses when we asked. Professional and kind every step of the way. At the end of the night, the staff even helped us pack up the decorations we brought in. Above and beyond service and delicious food we are still hearing compliments about a week later.
David H
5.0
7/06/2024
The venue is absolutely gorgeous. Greg and Ryan were absolutely helpful! We will be having our anniversary party here!
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Shaun L
5.0
6/12/2024
We couldn’t have been more happy with our wedding at Lafayette Grande. Lauren and Greg made sure all of our requests were taken care of, the food was delicious, the ambience and architecture of the building are unmatched, and parking was easy and convenient for our 270 + guests. The wait staff were incredible, professional, attentive, and made our night perfect. We would recommend this venue a thousand times over!
Christopher S
5.0
3/25/2024
We had our wedding on 3/23/24. Words cannot describe how amazing of an experience we had. The venue is gorgeous. We didn't want to have a typical banquet hall wedding, we wanted something unique and different and this place was exactly that. Beautiful venue which our photographer loved, great food, amazing drinks and bartenders, awesome manager who ensured everything went smoothly.
I had numerous people compliment us during our wedding about how cool the venue was, how beautiful it looked and how much fun they were having. I'm sure our guests appreciated how awesome the bartenders were, never having to wait in line and the drinks kept flowing all evening.
If you're looking for a place that is affordable, elegant, and fun I would recommend Lafayette Grande. Also spend the extra money to get a band, ours (56Daze) looked amazing on the stage.
Megan N
5.0
3/12/2024
The Lafayette Grande was the perfect venue for our wedding reception. We were told over and over again how elegent and timeless our wedding was and we have the Lafayette Grande to thank for that. The Grande Ballroom was the perfect backdrop for our perfect day. When I look back at our wedding night I could not picture my wedding any place else. The food was amazing ( I still think about the vegetarian lasagna). The staff were amazing to work with. They made all of our visions and dreams come true. I have NOTHING but amazing things to say about the Lafayette Grande. It is a dream wedding venue.
Tivonia B
5.0
11/13/2023
Cannot express in words how awesome everyone at the Lafayette Grande is, We fell in love with the Crystal Ballroom when we first walked in and We knew we had to get married there. This place needs almost little to no decorating, it is that magical. Our guest couldn't stop complimenting the space and the food. 100/10 would recommend
Timothy G
5.0
10/04/2023
The Lafayette Grande was the right choice. The venue is so beautiful that it hardly needs any additional decorations for your special day and we are still getting comments about how much everyone loved this venue. The staff was fantastic and Shauna was so helpful from beginning to end, she made us feel like part of the family. The Food is fantastic and I will miss the tastings now that our event is over. We booked our Rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception with Lafayette and we are so happy with how everything went. Thank you Lafayette Grande team for making this process so easy and fun.
Olivia H
5.0
9/19/2023
We *LOVED* having our wedding at the Lafayette. The space is gorgeous, affordable, has incredible food, and is a very personalized experience.
You can tell they are a family business because you do really feel like you are a member of the family. :)
The timeliness in responding and helping with planning all the details, willingness to accommodate dietary requests, and absolute top-tier service given to all of our wedding party and guests made this a venue I cannot recommend enough.
If I had it to do again, I would 100% pick the Lafayette and I hope that some of my friends have their receptions in the same place so we can go back!!
Thanks to everyone on the Lafayette's team for making our wedding so memorable and perfect! :)
Michaella M
5.0
6/14/2023
We LOVED Lafayette Grande so much and would have our reception there again!! From the time we first walked in, they were welcoming, friendly, and wanted to make our day perfect for us. Greg took time to give us a tour of the entire venue and answer our never ending lists of questions. As soon as we walked out, we knew this was our venue. Leading up to the wedding, they were very helpful with questions and the taste tests were an awesome way to get a delicious and affordable meal and get a heads up for the wedding. Also, since we booked within a week and got married in April, they made sure we knew of all their deals and we got a ton of extra perks. The wedding itself was everything we dreamed of. They worked with us to accommodate our special cultural customs (Chaldean and Italian wedding) and Greg, Ryan, and Lauren checked in with us before and during the night to make sure everything was perfect. Overall, the food was delicious, service and staff outstanding, venue historic and unique, and easy to customize to make your dream day a reality (they will really work with you for whatever vision you may have). We are so grateful we found them!!
Brianna B
5.0
3/17/2023
I cannot say enough about how perfect the Lafayette Grande was for our wedding reception! We got married on 01.14.23. The wedding venue search was a long & challenging one for us. We were torn between wanting a beautiful ballroom & wanting 250 guests and it didn't seem like we could afford both. We searched all over metro-Detroit until, finally, we found the Lafayette Grande. They have it all; a gorgeous grande ballroom, high ceilings, historical significance and very affordable pricing. We were able to invite even more than our 250 guests!!
The owners of the Lafayette Grande truly care about each couple they work with. You never feel like just another transaction. They worked with us for the look we wanted - even making a 40 person captains table for us! They met with us as often as we liked and patiently & timely responded to our 1 million questions. They even called me personally during the holidays to let me know that, despite the business being closed for Christmas, they had everything ready to go for our wedding and not to worry.
The day of, they were professional, attentive & efficient. The venue was beautiful, they asked my husband and I for our preferred drinks and had them waiting for us at the head table. They made our plates for us at the buffet and just handled everything with precision & subtlety. All our guests had so much fun, the food was delicious and everything ran so smoothly!
Truly, I cannot recommend the Lafayette Grande highly enough. It was the perfect venue for the perfect day! <3
Alicia B
5.0
11/22/2022
I honestly couldn't have picked a better venue for our wedding. The second we walked into the Crystal Ballroom, we just knew we had to have our wedding there. Greg and Lauren were down right amazing and helpful every step of the way, they answered all our questions. Everyone loved the food and raved about the room. I can't thank the Lafayette enough for such a perfect wedding!
Sarah K
5.0
11/02/2022
The Lafayette Grande staff was absolutely amazing. They were responsive, answered all of our questions, and made sure our wedding reception ran smoothly. It is a beautiful building with a great history. The Crystal Ballroom is perfect for anyone that loves the vintage vibes.
Samantha A
5.0
9/25/2022
We used Lafayette grands offsite catering services for our wedding in September of 2022. All of the food was literally to die for. We had a large event of 176 at a farm with no kitchen on location. The team at Lafayette worked vigorously from 9am to midnight to make sure everything was perfect!! The assortment on the buffet was amazing. Guests are still raving about the prime rib and mashed potato’s. Every appetizer for cocktail hour was eaten even though we over ordered because it was delicious!! They sent two bar tenders who had phenomenal service! The caterer went out of their way and did table side service for our elderly guests. They were so thankful! On top of it after a long day they agreed to stay an extra hour because the party was still going! There communication through the whole process was seamless. We used rentals for tables as well and they did not miss a single beat!!! Thank you Lafayette Grand/ traveling chef for the most amazing night!!!!
Kendall P
5.0
9/23/2022
Absolutely loved this venue! What a beautiful space to host a wedding reception. From the gorgeous building, to the amazing staff and delicious food, we couldn't have asked for more. Would highly recommend this reception venue!
Riley C
5.0
8/16/2022
Had an absolute AMAZING experience with Greg and his team! We were planning an out of town wedding and their team was super helpful and accommodating the entire process. Pricing is very reasonable and the space is breath taking. Love that it is a family run business and has such a personal touch- not just another number and wedding to pump out. Love love love this company and highly recommend to anyone!!! - The Bourbon Family
Lauren S
5.0
6/07/2022
I could not have asked for a better venue! The Crystal Ballroom is such a unique and beautiful room and I was so happy to find a place that held the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception all in the same place. The tiered seating was absolutely perfect, my husband and I were able to see every single guest from our table, which was very important to us. Friends and family are still talking about how good the food was! There is plenty of space for the bridal party to relax and many spots to take pictures inside the historic building - including sunset photos on the roof! I was so excited to show off this venue to all our friends. I am so grateful for Lauren, Ryan and the entire staff for all their hard work and being so accommodating and kind. Thank you for everything!
Mark S
5.0
6/03/2022
Look no further....if you want a uniquely beautiful wedding venue with a staff that is professional, flexible and supportive of your requests, Lafayette Grande is your venue! From the first interaction, Lauren, Ryan and the entire staff were fun and easy to work with and always focused on making our daughter's special day just the way she envisioned it. The room - we chose the Crystal Ballroom but there are several options - was beautiful and unique - you have to see it. The food was excellent and had options to fit every budget. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful the place was and how the staff was so professional. If you choose the Lafayette Grande, you will be in good hands!
Danielle K
5.0
1/03/2022
The Lafayette Grande was an all around amazing wedding venue! From the beginning, we loved the fact that it is a family owned and run business, and the Kosch family was so friendly and always made us feel comfortable asking questions. Due to COVID, we made the decision to postpone our wedding from December 2020 to December 2021, but the LG was very understanding and flexible with our changes.
The venue itself is beautiful, and the food is amazing! The vegetarian lasagna was a favorite amongst our guests. We also loved that we were able to do as many taste tests as we wanted because the venue hosts them so frequently and there were so many options to choose from.
The entire staff at the LG was very helpful and accommodating, especially Shauna who took the time to set out all of the special table linens we brought in and followed our directions perfectly! Our guests had an amazing time and we can't say enough good things about this venue!
Jeffery P
5.0
10/29/2021
The Crystal Ballroom was an outstanding venue for our wedding! Put a band in that room and the place just comes alive. My wife and I have received endless compliments about the venue, their food, and their staff, all of which were valid.
The food tasting format is genius, and our suggestion here is to try the dishes that aren’t on your typical wedding menu i.e. the warm potato salad and the chicken paprikash!
The staff kindly helped change our date when we decided to push our wedding due to COVID concerns and everything went down without a problem. The planning stages were very communicative and rarely did calls go to voicemail and all emails were answered promptly. On the day of staff was present, available, helpful, and professional. Particularly the bar staff, they were fantastic!
The day after was another example of professional hospitality as we had some items to pick up that we had arranged to leave overnight (as well as some items we forgot to take) and even on a Sunday we were helped getting all of our things from the building.
The building itself is old, full of charm, and has numerous photo opportunities. The family has put a lot of work into renovating and promoting this great facility and it shows.
Throughout all of our venue research this was quite possibly the most aggressively priced venues in the area and they cut no corners making the quality-to-price ratio unmatched.
Highly recommended!
Carrie S
5.0
10/04/2021
The Lafayette grande was amazing to work with! They were kind, helpful and made planning a wedding a breeze. We really loved that they did tastings so you could actually try the food prior to booking the venue. They are quick to respond to any question and truly made my wedding amazing.
Brenna B
5.0
8/04/2021
I very VERY highly recommend this place for any occasion. The owners and the staff here with take such good care of you if it's the last thing they do. We unfortunately had no power on our wedding day by no fault of The Lafayette Grande, but boy did they kick butt. They could have cancelled on us or asked us to reschedule but they didn't, they still made my wedding happen and I couldn't be more grateful. With the few generators we had we were able to power a few things like some of the kitchen and some lights and the DJ but the ac was out and so was the elevator which was a problem being as we were on the fourth floor. These people actually carried any and all guests unable to make the climb themselves. Did you hear me? They carried my cousin, wheelchair and all, up four flights of stairs and then back down again when she wanted to leave. These people carried crates of drinks and food all night long from the kitchen in the basement all the way to the fourth floor. They did so much for me and my husband and I am eternally grateful and apologetic I'm just now writing this review. Seriously, these people will walk on hot coals to take care of you. Book em.
Alyssa S
5.0
6/02/2021
I didn't have my wedding at the Lafayette Grande but used Traveling Chef Catering as our caterer. Chef Ryan was very professional and easy going and made the process so easy. The food was delicious, especially the Vegetable Lasagna which guests still rave about. Ryan visited the venue to meet with the owners before the wedding and came to set up the day before so everything was ready to go on the wedding day. He and his team served dinner quickly and there was never a line at the bar. I would highly recommend using their catering services even if you aren't using the venue!
Shelby C
5.0
5/25/2021
This is a long review but I need to give credit where credit is due. The Lafayette Grande staff is PHENOMENAL and nothing less. My husband and I have been through a lot with the Lafayette. We were originally supposed to have our wedding there in June of 2020, and were SO excited to do so. Because of COVID, we not only had to postpone, but downsize our wedding. Therefore, we could no longer have our wedding at the Lafayette.
While we were super bummed that we couldn't use their amazing venue, we did however still want them to be apart of the day. Since their food is top notch, we opted to use their catering service. Ryan and Greg were so gracious in letting us use our deposits to have them cater part of our new wedding. LET. ME. TELL. YOU. Best decision we've ever made.
We ended up getting a pig, vegetable lasagna, a bananas foster station, bar service, servers and bartenders. We were so surprised when the entire Kosch family graced us with their presence that day. And talk about service! Ryan, Greg, Robert and Lauren went over and above anything we could have ever expected. I even found out after the fact that they had someone bring up their CO² system because one of our kegs wasn't flowing very well.
We are beyond blown away by how wonderful this family is at what they do. Our guests raved about them the entire night. They provided absolutely delicious food, ridiculously good drinks, and even entertainment. Yes, you heard that right. I have never heard of a conga line forming for a dessert but they made it happen. Everyone LOVED it. I am still getting calls about how amazing the food and service was. They are all very wonderful people and treat you like you've been apart of their family forever.
As a bride and groom, to not have to worry about anything on your wedding day is worth its weight in gold. We didn't have to worry about a thing with them, they ran the show like they owned the place and we both are forever grateful for the Kosch family. We would have loved to have our wedding at the Lafayette, but we are so grateful that you were still able to be apart of our special day!
Thank you Ryan, Greg, Robert, and Lauren, you truly made our day the best it could have been. DO NOT HESITATE to hire the Lafayette Grande for either their full service menu or off site catering. They will always be my first recommendation!
Kathleen B
5.0
11/11/2020
I will forever recommend the lafayette grande to everyone I know. I had my wedding here and everything was absolutely flawless. The venue itself is incredibly beautiful and the Kosch family are absolutely amazing to work with. Ryan made the entire planning process stress free and fun. The family was extremely understanding and easy to work with. Our guests continue to talk about our wedding, how beautiful the lafayette grande was, how delicious the food was, and how much fun they had. Shauna saved my hungover life by having almost the whole place broken down, packed up, and ready to be carried out the next day. She did not have to do that, as it was not a service I paid for, and I am so grateful for her kindness. Lauren kept the drinks flowing and ensured everyone at the bar had a great time. I cannot thank this family enough for allowing us to have our wedding at their facility. You will not regret choosing this incredible venue for your special event.
Amanda S
5.0
10/14/2020
The staff at the Lafayette Grande has been amazing to work with. After deciding to postpone our reception to next year and only do our ceremony this year, they were more than understanding and helpful. We were still able to do our ceremony and a small dinner in the Crystal Ballroom this year as well as book for our postponed reception next October. We can’t say enough positive things about Ryan, Lauren and the rest of the Lafayette Grande staff. Pandemic or not, they are a pleasure to work with and their venue and food are amazing!
Anne S
5.0
3/15/2020
What an amazing place to have a wedding! We got so much good feed back from our guest and we feel truly blessing to have had such a beautiful venue. The Kosch family was extremely helpful in the planning process and answering all our questions.(Being the bride I was there was a lot of them so thanks for dealing with that guys) The staff was very professional and helpful as well from set up to clean up they did an amazing job and just wanted us to be happy!! From stories we heard you never eat get at your own wedding but that’s not the case here, they make sure you eat and have everything you need! The food was amazing and we had plenty of options to choose from! We have nothing but good things to say and we would recommend this venue to anyone!
Elizabeth L
5.0
1/11/2020
The entire team and staff at LG was absolutely amazing. They were easy to reach and attentive to details. The food was absolutely delicious and our guests can't stop talking about how much they loved everything about our venue!
Sarah D
5.0
1/04/2020
Who would have thought that there was a hidden gem in downtown Pontiac? The Lafayette Grande is an old masonic temple built in the 1920s and is absolutely stunning, a lot of our local guests were really impressed! Lauren, Greg, and the staff was also incredibly flexible and accommodating and we were so glad to go with a venue where we could do both the ceremony and reception in one place (we were in the Grande Ballroom). Even with upgrades (i.e. chiavari chairs, extra bar hour and upgrade, extra apps) their per person cost is really affordable compared to options you'd get in downtown Detroit. We went with a pork loin with apple chutney option which was probably my favorite but the rest was pretty standard wedding fare. We did family-style dinner and all the food seemed to come out on time and at the right temp. We added an extra bottled beer option to the bar since my husband is a bit craft beer fan and it was nice because whatever was unopened we got to keep. They even gave us a case of beer from the previous wedding since that couple forgot to take it. The groomsmen got ready on site in their Pontiac Lounge space and they had another case of beer, lunch, and snacks set-up for them pretty much at cost. The service staff was great and they helped to corral people for ceremony/dinner, open/shut main doors for the ceremony, and help navigate the old elevator. They even plated and set out our dessert table, even though we went with other vendors for the dessert. Probably my only complaint throughout the entire process was that they notify you of their monthly tastings a bit last minute (within 1-2 weeks), so it was a bit tricky trying to schedule to attend one since we were out-of-state, but I totally get it if most of their clients are local. Overall, it was nice to have a venue be really flexible and affordable, especially in regards to how we could set up the space and how we wanted to run things. Thanks for making our wedding day so special!
Christine T
5.0
12/16/2019
I am so thrilled to leave another 5 star review for our second experience with the Kosch family! This time, we celebrated my daughter’s wedding in the Crystal Ballroom on 12/7/19. In the past we have used their Traveling Chef catering service.
Every detail of wedding day was perfect. Gorgeous venue, super friendly wait staff and bartenders, AH-mazing food. We told Ryan what we wanted for the evening and he made it all happen.
The Crystal ballroom is so unique, spacious for all the extras (like a photo booth), and absolutely a dream for the bride who wanted that classy “vintage” 1920s Art Deco venue. We feel so blessed to have found this gem in Pontiac!
Thanks again, Kosch family! You made my daughter's dreams of a beautiful reception come true. I’m sending people your way for weddings and events!
Kimberly M
5.0
12/06/2019
We couldn't have gotten married at a better place than the Lafayette Grande! We got married in the Crystal Ballroom. The whole building is a stunning example of beautiful 1920's Art Deco architecture, which is our favorite. The venue is family owned and run, which was important to us too. There was a lot more heart here than some of the other places we inquired about and checked out. Greg, Lauren, and the whole Lafayette Grande Staff treated us fantastically during our whole planning process and during our wedding day. Outstanding building, amazing food and service. This is truly a hidden gem among the Metro Detroit wedding industry. We will always treasure our memories made here on our wedding day. We will tell anyone we know planning a wedding in the area about Lafayette Grande. I would love to be in attendance at another wedding here and witness another couple's dreams come true!
ZACHARY D
5.0
12/03/2019
Perfect
Natalie S
5.0
11/22/2019
The perfect place for a wedding! The entire building is very unique and beautiful! I had so many complements on every detail from the entrance and stairway to the ballroom. The food and service was great too!
Colby B
5.0
8/30/2019
Greg and the team at Lafayette Grande were absolutely incredible! We ended up using them for outside catering (their own venue is amazing but dates didn't work out), and they treated us as if our entire wedding was at their venue. They were so personable every time we met to go through details and made everything so easy. During the week of our wedding when we were having some issues with our own venue, Greg even offered to step in and help in anyway he could! During our wedding Greg was their with his staff and they were awesome to work with, taking care of all of our guests needs. Now, service is very important, but ultimately the food is what matters the most, and the food was amazing. All of our guests raved about how good every thing was. They were so great, I hope to be able to have to have another reason to work with them in the future!
Andrea J
5.0
8/13/2019
This venue was absolutely fantastic! We had our wedding ceremony and reception in the Grand Ballroom - our guests were just floored by the beauty and uniqueness of it. We are still getting compliments on the food (highly recommend the vegaterian lasagna, but really you can't go wrong with anything).
For staff, they were also great to work with and we really felt we got so much for our money!
Samantha Y
5.0
8/05/2019
We had our wedding here in The Grande Ballroom and are so happy with how everything turned out! They have tastings once a month where the bride and groom eat for free, so we were able to try a lot of their food before we decided on our final menu. On our wedding day the food was even better than any of the tastings we had been to. We picked the roasted beef and carved pork butt which were both delicious, but the vegetarian alfredo lasagna is one of the best dishes I have ever had and was a huge hit! All of the staff was super friendly and helpful the night of our wedding. The venue is family owned and they were all helpful during the entire process. We were also lucky and had the room free the Friday before so we were able to set up early which was super convenient. The room looked gorgeous the day of, and all of our guests loved everything! We were also able to bring our own cake in without an extra fee, which some venues we looked at did not allow. For anyone looking for a unique wedding venue I would highly recommend Lafayette Grande!
Erin D
5.0
7/07/2019
Such an amazing venue!!! Everyone we worked with was so professional and went above and beyond to make our day so wonderful.
Nicole D
5.0
6/24/2019
I knew the moment I walked into the 4th floor Crystal Ballroom that I was getting married there. I was impressed from start to finish and in every aspect with Lafayette Grand. The staff was quick to answer and questions before and after I had put my deposit down. They were flexible with our wants for our big day. The taste tests they put on throughout the year were a fun date night for my then fiance and I. The ballroom was so gorgeous that we used very few decorations. The food was delicious. Our wedding day was smooth and I always had someone available to me for help or really anything at all. We left an important piece from our ceremony at the venue and they held it for us until we were able to come pick it up, about 1.5 month after the wedding. It has been about 2 months since we got married and we are still on cloud 9. We have received so many compliments on our choice of venue. I have not second guessed my decision for a moment. I would highly recommend the Lafayette Grande to anyone. We miss it and only hope to be able to return to the Lafayette Grand someday.
Britlyn W
5.0
6/08/2019
The quote “Live for the moments you can’t put into words” perfectly explains what the Lafayette does. My husband and I couldn’t have prayed for a better hall to work with. Our big day on May 4th, which was absolutely perfect, was only a glimpse of all they did for us. There are no words to express our gratitude and love for our “Lafayette family”, and we truly do consider them family now. Every taste test, email, meeting, and all the little moments in between was nothing short of fun, friendly, and professional. Additionally, the food is beyond delicious (everyone is still talking about it!) and the building is more beautiful than I ever anticipated. I’ve dreamt about the Lafayette Grande since I was a little girl and thanks to their exceptionally reasonable prices my dreams were able to come to life. I am forever grateful to Lafayette and their team. Seriously, we cannot recommend them enough!
Marianne A
5.0
2/26/2019
This venue was everything we dreamed of and more. The entire Lafayette Grande family was an absolute dream to work with. They accommodated every request we had and were in near-constant contact with me to ensure everything went smoothly. Our guests raaaaaved about how gorgeous the venue was and how much fun they had. Lauren and the other staff that night handled our friends like champs - which is saying A LOT. Thank you so much, Lafayette Grande staff!
Abigail L
5.0
11/10/2018
Everything was wonderful! They were so easy to work with and the food was even better at the wedding than I remembered it being at the tasting!
Everyone we talked to was very nice.
The venue was beautiful. All of my guests not only told me how beautiful it was but how much they loved the food as well. Absolutely wonderful experience all around.
Jessica S
5.0
11/07/2018
From the moment we saw Lafayette for the first time we knew this was the place for us! The building has a beautiful vintage feel that you instantly fall in love with. We were treated like family as we went through the wedding planning process. Lauren & Greg were awesome and always helped you make any decision you weren't sure about, giving you their honest opinion. The whole crew went above and beyond from the beginning to the end. They made everything EASY! The prices are very reasonable considering what is included in the packages. We received SO MANY compliments on how beautiful and unique our venue was (we were in the Crystal Ballroom). Everyone also LOVED the food! All of our photographs turned out amazing and we can’t stop looking at them. Our wedding day was nothing short but magical and Lafayette had a HUGE part in that. I recommend this place any chance I get and will continue to do so.
Jessica S
5.0
11/07/2018
From the moment we saw Lafayette for the first time we knew this was the place for us! The building has a beautiful vintage feel that you instantly fall in love with. We were treated like family as we went through the wedding planning process. Lauren was awesome and always helped you make any decision you weren't sure about, giving you her honest opinion.
Peter R
3.0
10/02/2018
The venue itself is a 4 or 5 out of 5. The service was a one or two out of five.
We booked the 4th and 5th floor of this venue for our wedding. Starting out our arrival the elevator attendant told us he could only take 1 more in the elevator, causing a groomsman and his wife to have to take the 4 flights of stairs, then the elevator went down to the basement and picked up two guys who I assume own the place.
The bartender didn't know how to make drinks, didn't know how to make a Tito's and Water, when someone asked for a Pinot Noir, she grabbed a Pinot Grigio. They also only had 1 bartender working for 150 people.
It seemed like the servers didn't have anyone in charge. They decided it was time to serve food during the Best Man speech and my Mom had to tell them like 5 times to stop serving so she could hear what he was saying.
The late night snack, coney dogs and pizza, looked disgusting. They left it unattended and the chili started to burn because they didn't put a water tray underneath to keep it from over heating.
All in All, people had a great time, but they need to have a staff member in charge, every staff member looked frazzled, I had several different staff members coming up to me asking me things.
Leah S
5.0
6/29/2018
I am OBSESSED with this place! We had our wedding reception here on the 4th and 5th floor in the crystal ballroom and every moment of the night was absolute PERFECTION! The bartenders were quick and accurate, kept the line down and the drinks flowing. The appetizers were delicious and beautiful, dinner was superb and served right on time, and all the staff was professional and helpful. They had chairs for us for the hora, and made sure to check in with us about how it was going. Every moment leading up to the party we felt like we were kept in the loop and it was so stress free. The price can't be beat and we LOVED our night here. They even put out table runners we brought in ahead of time for us and allowed us to bring decor the week before and pick up our leftover decor a few days later. I love this place and highly recommend.
Amber P
5.0
5/14/2018
This venue is absolutely amazing and the staff is equally amazing! Everyone says it was the best wedding they have ever been to!
Erin C
5.0
4/10/2018
Amazing experience! We absolutely loved our wedding there. The owners are super easy to work with, super accommodating, and overall I really enjoyed working with them. Our ceremony and reception were both in the Crystal Ballroom which turned out perfectly with the help from LG. Everyone loved the ballroom, very unique with a 1920s rustic/glam look which was what I was going for. The food is SO good and the bar service was top notch. I just couldn't say enough good things.. book LG for your wedding, you won't be disappointed!
Lauren S
5.0
1/13/2018
My husband and I are so incredibly happy that we selected the Lafayette Grande for our ceremony and reception venue! Our wedding was on NYE so we knew we needed to pick a location that was beautiful on the inside because no one would be going outside at the end of December and, because it gets dark around 6:00 p.m., even if people did go outside, there'd be nothing to see! The Lafayette Grande is a masonic temple from the 1920's and the owners have carefully and meticulously maintained the original beauty and décor of the location and the rooms.
We got married in the fourth floor, Crystal Ballroom, which is so unique and gorgeous! The ballroom is tiered so it looks like a cabaret/dinner theater. One of my biggest complaints with weddings is when you can't see the bride and groom because of the layout of the room but because of the tiered seating in our ballroom, everyone could see everything going on in the room at all times.
Not only is the venue itself beautiful but the staff is wonderful - the level of customer service we received was excellent! The owners of the venue involve themselves in every aspect of its operations to ensure their clients are happy with their wedding, event, etc.
Finally, the food is fantastic! They started out as a catering company and eventually purchased the Lafayette Grande so they could offer full-service events to their clients. The owners are Hungarian so their traditional Hungarian dishes were absolutely incredible! (The chicken paprikash was my favorite!)
Audrey J
5.0
12/19/2017
I couldn't imagine having our reception anywhere else. With that being said, the Lafayette Grande staff is not your typical wedding venue staff. They are super down to earth and talk to you like a friend, not a potential client. I implore you to look past their rough exterior and book this venue. The owners were absolutely amazing to work with and I don't think they could have possibly been more accommodating. I had a few concerns about the room and they thanked me for giving them the opportunity to address them and fixed the problems within a few weeks. If we needed anything at all, they said "no problem!" and we didn't worry about it again. I can't say enough good things about the Lafayette Grande and its staff or thank them enough for making our day completely perfect.
Oh, and the food at our wedding was significantly better than at the tastings! I think the food at the tastings is left from events they have those nights. It was good, but not great when we tried it at the tastings. The food on our wedding day was GREAT! We had herb baked chicken, black angus roast beef (which guests are still raving about 3 days later), pasta, green beans, and roasted red skin potatoes. Every item was absolutely delicious. A lot of brides say they don't get to eat on their wedding day, but the food was so good I went up for seconds. You need to book this venue!
Megan M
5.0
4/04/2017
I cannot say enough about how amazing this venue is! We recently had our wedding their on 4/1/17 and it was stunning! We booked our ceremony and reception in the Crystal Ballroom and it was perfect! Greg, Ryan and Lauren were a pleasure to work with, easy going, organized and very accommodating. Theresa helped us set up and on the day of and she was phenomenal. The food was amazing, we got so many compliments on it! Overall the venue is absolutely beautiful and interesting, it does not look like your typical wedding. They made the whole wedding planning craziness a breeze and I cannot compliment them enough, they really do it all!!!
Megan S
5.0
10/23/2016
We used the traveling catering company for our off site wedding and had a wonderful experience! The owners were extremely helpful and personable! Food, drinks, and service people were amazing! I would highly recommend using them!
Robin S
5.0
9/21/2016
The Crystal Ballroom at the Lafayette Grand is beautiful!!! The room is very unique with tiers of tables up both sides, a large mezzanine plus a large stage. There is not a bad seat in this place! No need to worry about seating people "too far away" or "in the back".
The room is very wedding ready and did not require a lot of decorations. One thing to note is there are a lot of tables so keep your centerpieces simple!
Working with the staff was literally a brides dream come true!!! From start to finish the staff was there for anything I needed to ask, know, etc. I also appreciated that they checked in with me periodically to make sure my wedding day was everything I wanted and envisioned!!!
Highly recommend!
Victoria C
5.0
8/22/2016
We had an absolutely amazing wedding at the Grande Ballroom in Lafayette Grande! We received so many compliments on how beautiful the venue was. Further, Greg and Ryan are both so easy to work with and accommodated our every need. Ryan was so helpful with selecting our meny and in accomodating our guests with allergies. I got a TON of compliments on the food (specifically the Veggie Lasagna), and even had a lot of guests remark on how friendly the service was! Overall, the night could not have gone more smoothly and I will be forever thankful for Greg and Ryan's help in making our wedding day incredible.
Jenilee R
5.0
7/18/2016
My wife and I couldn’t be happier about choosing Lafayette Grande for our wedding reception on July 3, 2016! We loved the building right away and soon loved the way the whole operation was run. Prices are fantastic, the food was delicious, the building has such great character, and the entire staff – from the brothers in management to the servers on the floor – were phenomenally accommodating! Brothers Ryan, Rob, and Greg were low pressure at our first walk through and very flexible throughout the entire process. You can tell they put their heart and soul into the building, their business, and your big day. They communicate well and quickly answered questions we had. Quite a few of our guests commented to us on the quality of the food, the wait staff, and the bar service, and we weren’t disappointed the day of either. We would recommend Lafayette Grande to anyone and would go with them again in a heartbeat if we had to! Thanks, guys!
Mary Jo P
5.0
6/01/2016
This venue was absolutely fantastic! From the eclectic Crystal Ballroom to the best food for the best pricing, this was an event everyone raved about! We don't know how many times we had people ask us how we ever found the place, and tell me how wonderful everything was. Plus, we had a live band, and their stage and acoustics in the room made it like we were in a concert hall, with a great dance floor. We can't say enough to recommend them. They are a jewel.
Kristen N
5.0
11/12/2015
My husband and I were married at the Lafayette Grande on October 16, 2015. The owners Greg and Ryan were amazing to work with. They were available anytime we had questions and made sure all our requests were handled. The crystal ballroom was absolutely gorgeous! We got so many compliments on the venue. Everything was absolutely perfect! The food was delicious and Theresa our banquet captain was so good to us. I could not have asked for a more perfect venue or staff to work with.
Molly R
5.0
11/07/2015
The Lafayette Grande was the best experience me and my spouse could have wanted for our reception. The building is old but so unique. The character of the space speaks for itself. We didn't have to have large centerpiece because of all the details already present within the room and there was uplighting present throughout the room and we could pick the color we wanted. The food is exceptional! I was so pleased with our buffet, it was delicious. I hate wedding food, I never leave satisfied. The Lafayette Grande exceeded our expectations for dinner, I was beyond pleased. We also had appetizers and late night snacks which were appreciated by our guests. The bar was fabulous! The staff was friendly and happy to help with anything we asked. This was an amazing place to have our day at and am so happy that we choose them!
Kristen S
5.0
10/20/2015
We used this vendor for both our ceremony and our reception. We can't say enough good things about them! They were great from the time we had our first visit until the day of the wedding. Their prices are very fair and the owners were willing to work with us to make sure our day was exactly what we had imagined. For us it was getting my husbands favorite beer in a keg and macaroni and cheese on the menu. They were great about both requests!! We got many compliments on how wonderful everything looked and how beautiful the venue was. I would STRONGLY recommend this venue to anyone who is looking for a great value and incredible staff!
Lauren
5.0
3/31/2015
My guests were impressed when they walked into the lobby and absolutely blown away when they walked into the room. We had our reception in the Crystal Ballroom It is truly a unique venue - something no one at the reception had seen before. You don't even need to have spectacular decorations or centerpieces because the room is already so extravagant. Absolutely beautiful.
The service was amazing. Extremely friendly staff and service team. They are fast and go unnoticed when serving. The food is excellent. The crew was easy to work with and very laid back. I can't say enough great things.
I gave 4 stars for quality only because it is an older building, so some may have issue with that... I loved it though - it added to the character. We did a 20s theme and it went perfectly with our theme.
I would recommend renting the chivari chairs through their wedding coordinator (they're the cheapest I could find and still great quality). It makes a huge difference! When I saw them in the hall, I cried tears of joy.
They have great incentives too. If you don't care when you have your wedding I would recommend booking between Nov and April (off season). We got an appetizer, ice sculpture, late night snack, and premium bar upgrade for free! And we basically had the whole place to ourselves.
Nichole G
5.0
11/04/2014
The Lafayette Grande was the one place among all the venues we met with that worked with us, and provided so much for our dollar. There are many hidden extras in the cost of a wedding that you don’t find without going through the fine print. It’s exhausting! Not at the Lafayette. Everything was spelled out in black and white. You knew what to expect and if you needed help getting what you wanted payment arrangements were available. No one ever made us feel uncomfortable, or that we had to settle. The building has personality, and charm. The history behind the structure can be seen everywhere. The staff was friendly, inviting, and excited to be part of our wedding. We recommend this venue to everyone.
Tina
5.0
9/18/2014
After racking my brain trying to find a venue that fit into my husband's and my very low budget I finally came across the Lafayette Grande and I couldn't have been more happier with my choice. We couldn't afford our wedding to be at a golf course or fancy banquet hall but Lafayette Grande was very affordable with all the bells and whistles of other places.
We did have our wedding on a Friday to save a little bit extra but it was worth it. The food was amazing and all my guests were raving about it. Our wedding was in the first floor room which they had just redone and it was perfect for our guest count of 110 people. We hardly had to do any decorating because they have done such a nice job with it.
I would recommend this venue to anyone especially if your on a tight budget. It was perfect and the staff was wonderful!
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