300+ guest capacity
This venue can host 300+ guests
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Exquisite Waterfront Setting
Marina Del Rey is a waterfront wedding venue majestically located in Throgs Neck, NY. This elegant estate offers signature indoor and outdoor event spaces with breathtaking views of Long Island Sound and the Manhattan skyline. Situated in Throgs Neck NY , just minutes from Manhattan and JFK Airport, this venue is conveniently accessible for both local and out-of-town guests alike. Relax for a night at this tranquil property, where beautiful sights, mouth-watering catering, and excellent service create an exclusive and sophisticated ambiance.
Marina Del Rey has numerous ceremony and reception facilities that you can fully customize to your tastes and preferences. When you arrive with your wedding party, you will be ushered to the get-ready suite, a tastefully-appointed room where you can enjoy champagne and appetizers. Multiple sites will be provided for your ceremony, including the expansive Wedding Pavilion, which features a white waterside gazebo, manicured gardens, and spectacular views. A serene and pristine Open-Air Pier, a Grotto dotted with fit pits and chic seating, and a secluded verandah are also available. For dinner and dancing late into the night, both the Bellagio and Venetian Rooms will be at your disposal. These grand banquet halls can seat from 75 to 500 guests and boast glittering chandeliers, large dance floors, and sweeping windows that overlook the Sound.
The staff at Marina Del Rey specialize in weddings of all styles and cultural backgrounds. Whatever the traditions that you hold dear, these professionals will work closely with you to create the celebration of your dreams. The venue is known for its gourmet Italian cuisine, which it has served for more than 50 years. The extensive catering menu features cocktail hour hors d’oeuvres, carving stations, a raw bar, pasta, and a Viennese dessert selection. These include chocolate fountains, Nutella pizzas, tiramisu, Belgian waffles with soft ice cream station, bananas foster stations, snow cones, our famous milkshake station, and much more. Browse the culinary options to find the delicious meal that will delight the senses on the most romantic day of your life.
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Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
- Second Wedding
Guest Capacity
- 300+
Settings
- Ballroom
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Garden
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Cakes & Desserts
- Other Desserts
- Food & Catering
- Planning
- Se Habla Español
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Marina Del Rey is praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional service, stunning venue, and delicious food. The staff, including Joe Orzo, Tori, and Tania, are commended for their professionalism and attentiveness in making each wedding truly special. Guests appreciate the seamless planning process, personalized menus, and beautiful decor, making Marina Del Rey a top choice for weddings and special events. The venue's picturesque waterfront views, impeccable service, and memorable experiences leave couples and guests with lasting, positive impressions, making it a highly recommended location for celebrations.Review photos
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I dont even have words because WOW. From our first meeting with Marina Del Rey I just felt such an es and at home that as soon as we booked and sign it was go time! Every time I sent them a email, they answered within minutes if that and the week of wedding our last meeting they truly hit every question and answer I wasn't even sure of.
The day of the wedding this team was WOW, no words because it was flawless and just blew mine and my husband mind on how amazing each staff member was, helpful and nice and respectful and how they truly make your wedding dream come true
I wanna get married again to go back here!
We had our daughters wedding at the Marina Del Rey 2 weeks ago. Thanks to Joe Orzo, it was day that our daughter and son-in-law will remember forever. Joe made sure everything was just perfect from his help in getting vendors to food selections, to running the entire reception so smoothly to of course coordinating the surprise fireworks show. I have to mention DJ Richie and Photography by Alfonso Serge and of course Legion Fireworks for making this a special day but Joe was able make the night perfect by making the surprise go off seamlessly. I have to also mention Tori and Hannah and the entire staff at the Marina. As I said during my speech they are the best in the business. Thank you again! Ron and Lorraine
From start to finish the Marina was amazing to work with! Joe Orzo is so knowledgeable and helped the day run smoothly. He helped us personalize our menu due to our large party size. We did have a few guest concerned about children not getting a kids meal. This might have been some miscommunication with the waiters as kids meals were contracted. My bridal attendant was a doll and made sure my husband and I always had a drink in our hand and were comfortable.
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We just had our wedding at the Marina this past weekend and I couldn't say enough great things! From our first meeting in December 2022 to the end of the night of the wedding, everyone was professional, supportive, and made me feel like my wedding truly mattered. Thank you Joe and Tori! I got constant compliments on the food, view, everything! They were so communicative and worked great with my other vendors. The price was hard to beat given all of the amazing perks that come with this location. No need to look any further, this is the perfect wedding location!
From start to finish, working with Tori, Joe, Tania, and the entire Marina Del Rey team was exceptional. The food is beyond delicious, the venue is beautiful, and the proximity to hotels, transportation, etc could not be any better. Book your next event at the Marina Del Rey as you will not regret it and will have a night to remember for years to come!
Our wedding reception at Marina Del Rey was everything we hoped for and more. The venue itself was stunning, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that felt just right for our special day. But it was the impeccable service and attention to detail from the staff that truly made our day exceptional. They were there at every turn, ensuring everything ran smoothly, which allowed us and our guests to simply soak in the joy of the evening.
And then there was the food - a highlight that our friends and family haven't stopped talking about! Every dish served was a delightful surprise, from the elegant presentation to the delicious flavors. It's not just the place or the decor that makes Marina Del Rey special; it's the people and the care they put into making every moment count. We couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate our union.
The Marina del Rey on its own is absolutely gorgeous, but it is truly the people who work there that make it amazing. Sean and I got married this past Friday 4/28/23 and we were completely blown away. Joe Orzo and all the staff genuinely care that you have the best day possible. Throughout the entire process Joe helped us figure it out. Being from the neighborhood we knew we wanted to get married locally, but it was better than I could have ever imagined. There is no other place like the Marina!
Joe Orzo is the absolute best! We had a really large event with 700 people and he executed it perfectly. He was by my side from the day of booking and throughout the entire event. Everything was perfect and glamourous. I was nervous with the amount of people and he calmed me down and made sure everything went smoothly. He is professional, kind, helpful and the man you need to see if you have a large scale event. He is a life savor!
We just had our wedding last night and every single person rolled out of there! No one could get over the cocktail hour. It was beautiful and had the perfect amount of various types of food to please everyone. My bridal attendant, Carla, was so attentive and there everytime I turned around fixing my dress and making sure no one stepped on it. Joe Orzo was by our side to make sure everything ran smoothly and gave me a peace of mind so I could enjoy my night. Trish was fantastic as well. The Venetian hour was to die for! Will definitely be the most talked about wedding for all of eternity. And don’t forget the views. Great photo op for both bride and groom and guests. Tori and Joe Sevino also took part in our pre wedding planning and are a great asset to the team. Thank you to the staff at Marina!
From the minute we entered Marina del Rey, my husband and I knew we were getting married there. With its waterfront venue and views of the city skyline, Marina del Rey is exceptionally beautiful - but it’s the people who work there who will make your wedding magical.
The owner, Carl Randazzo, and our maitre’d, Joe Orzo, are kind, cheerful, and confident professionals. Carl even took the time to help us choose the beer for our welcome party and surprised our guests with delicious pastries as they arrived for the baraat procession. Joe guided our flower girls down the aisle and made sure we always had a drink in our hands. From the moment we booked MDR, we never had to worry. They extended endless warmth towards us and treated us like family.
Our wedding day went seamlessly, and we couldn’t be happier. All the pastas were absolutely incredible, as was the Viennese dessert spread! Thank you so much to Carl, Joe, and everyone at Marina del Rey for the memories of a lifetime.
Pros: Beautiful Venue, great food
Cons: I had to compete with another bride and Wedding the whole night. We were told that would never happen and it did. I had a strange man from the other Wedding enter my bridal suite while I was dressing into my gown. I was rushed off the dock where we were told we would have an hour to take our wedding photos during the cocktail hour. When we came back to finish our wedding photos, half way through taking them the other bride came and we had to share the dock and compete for the space. They just interupted our photoshoot. It was super rude and the staff did nothing about it. They told us we would have fire pits and the other wedding got them. The Wedding coordinator Joe S was rude to my photographer and my band. I gave him a typed up paper breaking down the entire wedding and reception for him to coordinate with his people and he never did. My photographer had to literally do this mans job to keep our wedding running smoothly.
He fussed at me, the bride when I asked him why he told my wedding band to stop playing for over an hour. He had a super bad attitude.
My bridal attendant Tanya was a Queen and so great and so was the captain! Joe was less than desirable in character. He told us yes to what we wanted to get us to sign with them but then did not deliver on the most basic accommodations when it came to me having to compete with another bride for space and time during our weddings. It was not professional.
Marina Del Rey by far exceeded our dream wedding. From the time we sat with Carl to the day of the wedding the customer service was stellar!! I couldn't have asked for a better experience. It rained on our wedding day but you would've noticed they recreated a magical tent and the ceremony kept going. The food was DELISH, the drinks were great not watered down like other venues.
All of my guests can't stop talking about our wedding!! There was never a time when we didn't feel special during this process leading to the big day and we are grateful.
We thank Carl, Tori, Joe, Savanah and the rest of the staff that made our dream wedding come true!
Eddie/Joyce D
We had our wedding at the Marina in 1974 and it was Amazing. The atmosphere and food was excellent. The staff was exceptional.
Family and friends still talk about the wonderful experience
There are not enough words to describe the amazing day we had for our wedding at Marina del Rey. From the day we walked in and were instantly greeted by Joe Orzo we knew this was the place for us. Getting Married during Covid could not have been more stressful with the constant mandates and changes to capacities and regulations. We had a perfect October day with amazing service and food. Our Guests could not stop raving about our event, from the cocktail hour options to the venetian hour presented on the outside patio everything was perfect. If you are planning a wedding with amazing service, great food and an amazing view than this is your location. Everyone from the owner to a busser is ready to assist and make sure you and your guests have a memorable day.
I will be the first to say that I did not want to do a traditional catering hall for our wedding, but with two big Italian families, Marina Del Rey made sense. One month later and I can honestly say it was the best decision we've ever made. MDR was nothing short of AMAZING. Joe Orzo was a pleasure to work with, we felt comfortable with him the moment we met. He facilitated the entire night and made sure it ran smoothly. Our bridal attendant Tanya was there to lend a quick helping hand whenever I needed. I would recommend Marina 1000x over. Thank you for such wonderful memories!
If you're looking for a venue that will treat you and your guests with better than 5 star service then Marina Del Rey is the place for you. My husband and I had our daughters wedding on 10/30/21 and it was absolutely beautiful! From the first time we met with Tori and Joe Orzo until the wedding day we were not disappointed. They were so helpful and accommodating with everything we wanted. Tori went over the whole night step by step to make sure nothing was left out. She was such a pleasure to work with. Joe was outstanding. He was our Matire'd at our wedding at MDR 28 years ago. His level of professionalism and the way he executed everything perfectly has not changed since then . We connected from our first visit and had the best laughs and conversations each time we met with him. Throughout the whole night we were treated as if we were family and our guests were also treated with the same superb hospitality. Denise, our bridal attendant, made sure my daughter along with us had everything we needed throughout the night. Her focus on making sure we were all happy was just amazing. Marina Del Rey inside and out is just stunning. The view is beautiful and the food is not only delicious but phenomenal. The presentation of the Cocktail hour and Venetian hour was extraordinary. The entire staff knows how to perfect a wedding. We didn't have to worry about a thing all night and Joe made sure we were enjoying it instead. Its been a few days now and we're still hearing how this was "the best wedding they've ever been to" from our guests. Thank you to Tori, Denise, and the rest of the staff. We also can't forget Carl. It was so great to meet you and we appreciate all your help and enjoyed talking to you. But we would especially like to thank Joe Orzo. You are the best at what you do and we can't thank you enough for going above & beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. Our daughter had the wedding of her dreams! It was truly a spectacular night.
I booked my wedding at the Marina right after my first meeting with them. My husband and I sat down with Joe Savino from the beginning who broke down everything for us from start to finish. Joe was so accommodating in working with what we wanted for our day. Every time I called or went there leading up to the wedding everyone was so nice and friendly, everyone really makes you feel like you’re working with people you’ve known forever.
Day of my wedding exceeded all expectations thanks to Joe Savino and Joe Orzo. The attention to detail is like no other, making sure that not only my husband and I had everything we needed and were happy but also making sure that each guest was happy. The level of service and professionalism is like none other that I’ve seen at the many weddings I’ve been to and I had so many guests say to me that night and after the wedding how amazing it was & how on top of everything they were. My bridal attendant was also amazing, making sure that everything was taken care of for me from start to finish so I didn’t have to worry about anything. I didn’t stress about a single thing on my wedding day, everything was planned down to the last detail & flowed so seamlessly.
Moving on to the food. Where to start? There was so much food and it was ALL amazing. The cocktail hour was amazing and had so much to offer our guests. For the reception we did a pasta trio, everyone raved about the risotto! For the entree there were multiple choices, all of which were fantastic. To make sure my guests had the full experience my husband and I had a Viennese hour for dessert which was outdoors, right outside of our reception room. There were so many dessert options - cakes, cookies, a crepe station, ect. They really go all out when it comes to their food and it shows.
Lastly, the venue itself. The venue overlooks the water which provided such a beautiful backdrop for photos. The ceremony was outside, right over the water & everything was set up perfectly to move right into an indoor/outdoor cocktail hour. My bridal suite was right next to the reception room, making it easy to sneak away when I needed. Our reception was in the Venetian room which was set up exactly how I envisioned. Every last detail was seen to.
I would absolutely recommend the Marina Del Rey to anyone looking to book a venue for their special day. I can’t say enough just how impressed I was with my experience with them!
We had our wedding here a week ago and couldn't be happier with the venue and our big day. First off, we had to postpone our wedding 4 times due to covid and they were more than happy to move it for us due to the unfortunate circumstances, which made it so much easier and less stressful for us Both banquet managers, Joe Orzo and Joe Savino, made the night go very smoothly and kept us on schedule. My dress had some dirt on the bottom from taking pictures and one of the bridal attendants spent the time trying to scrub it out for me. Cocktail hour had so many different kinds of food and all the food/dinner was absolutely phenomenal. Our guests were raving about it. The sunset on the water was so gorgeous. It was picture perfect. The only thing that bothered us was that we booked this venue for the water view, but they put a huge tent up outside in front of all the open windows in the room that couldn't be taken down. We would highly recommend that you have your wedding at this venue. You wont be disappointed.
My wedding day (8/7/21) was so beautiful at the Marina Del Rey-Every time I think of it, it leaves me speechless because it was absolutely perfect. From day 1, Joe Savino and his team were amazing and I could not have asked for a better venue to help bring my wedding dreams to life. The Marina del Rey is stunning, but the food is phenomenal and the presentation of the cocktail hour and Viennese hour is extraordinary(-now, 3 weeks later, my wedding guests are STILL talking about about impressive it was). Everyone said my wedding at the Marina Del Rey set the bar very high and no one will ever reach that level of perfection. My bridal attendant Denise, was the most amazing sidekick to have on my wedding day. She was there for anything I could ask for and I could not imagine how I would have got through the reception without her! My parents had their wedding with Joe Savino at the Marina Del Rey 39 years ago and it was outstanding then and lived up to it's spectacular reputation today! I wish I could relive this day at this amazing venue-but it left me with memories for a lifetime!
We held our wedding here in March of 2021 - we were their very first wedding after the no indoor dining/reception restrictions were lifted. Our day was nothing short of amazing. The food was AMAZING. All of our guests constantly randomly bring up how good the food was or compare while we're at another wedding. The staff was more than professional especially after 'being out of the game' for so long. The entire staff was friendly, made us feel safe and didn't miss a beat throughout the entire night.
From start to finish the staff of MDR felt like family. We were one of the many couples who had to postpone our ceremony due to the pandemic. Joe Orzo stayed in contact with us throughout the year checking in on our evolving plans and our mental health. At no point did I feel like we were just a number to them. We trusted his DJ recommendation (that’s entertainment)and his experience regarding food selections. They did not disappoint!!! My family cannot stop talking about what a wonderful and FUN experience the whole day was for everyone. Thank you Joe, Trish, Denise, and Tommy for making our wedding so worth the wait! I cannot say enough good things about this venue and it’s staff!
My husband & I are were married 07/02/2021 at the Marina Del Rey and there is not enough to say with how amazing our wedding went! The Marina Del Rey family had a major part about having our fairytale wedding. From the Moment we met Tori who showed us the venue we knew we were in good hands, even with having to postpone our wedding from October 2020 Tori handled it with ease and didn't have a single issue which we were worried about with other horror stories we didn't have a single one thankfully. She answered every email, phone call or concern with comfort and ease especially during this time she was extremely empathic and it really comforted us.
You do not need a day of coordinator with the Marina Del Rey it will be a waste of Money.
Joe Orzo our maitre D was absolutely amazing with 40+ years of experience it really showed he handled the whole night with us ease. He really paid attention to any details and really made sure everything ran smoothly. Also, he took care of our families and checked in with them to assure that not only were we okay but they were as well.
Tanya was my bridal attendant and wow did I not realize how much she would really be helping me from holding my dress, grabbing us drinks, sowing my dress (yes sowing). She really was attentive to myself and most importantly my mother as well who was extremely grateful for that. Tanya was extremely caring and we were so happy to have her apart of our night
One of the most important things about having a wedding is the food and I will tell you no other venue will compete with how amazing the food is here , the cocktail hour and the food in general blew away our guests and they are still raving how this was the Best Wedding Venue they have ever been to and Best Wedding without the Marina Del Rey and their staff we would not have been able to have the most perfect day
I was a little upset about it raining but it didn't matter because of how beautiful the inside is + they added a beautiful outside tent with beautiful chandeliers during the pandemic so we were able to still have it outside with our dream view!
we can't thank you enough!
We look forward to future events here :)
Thank You,
Lynn and Joseph Zaccaro 7/2/2021
Joe Orzo and the entire staff at Marina Del Rey were nothing short of professional and definitely know the wedding business to a T. When we toured this venue, we instantly knew this is where we wanted to celebrate the most important day of our lives. Our Wedding on May 7th, 2021 was truly the best day of our lives because of the Marina Del Rey wedding venue in The Bronx, NY. From the most delicious food we've ever had, to the nicest bridal attendant Denise, the most jaw dropping scenery for photos and overall set up of our room I could honestly say our dreams came true. Everything was so perfect we could not have asked for a more special day or place to celebrate our love for each other. Thank you for making our dreams come true! -Mr. and Mrs. Dubner
Response from the Vendor on 05/24/2021
Hi Mike & Patti,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was our absolute pleasure to cater to you and your family on your big day. We wish you all the best.
-The Marina Del Rey Family
If I could give the Marina del Rey and their staff an infinite amount of stars, I would. From the moment we walked into the Marina del Rey, we knew this was the place we wanted to get married. Joe Orzo was incredible- he has a great personality (he treated us like his family!), has an endless amount of knowledge (30+ years in the business) and he truly went above and beyond for our every single want and need (AND rescheduled our wedding due to COVID without hesitation)!!! He made our wedding vision come to life, and we couldn’t be happier! Our Maitre’d, Denise was heaven sent and her attention to detail was nothing less than exceptional! Joe O , Joe S and Tori made us laugh more times than I can count and if that doesn’t say something about the staff I don’t know what does! We left feeling as though we gained family for life. All of our guests raved about the delicious food and gorgeous views. Put your trust in this venue- you will not be disappointed. We can’t wait for our future events at the Marina del Rey! Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts!! Xoxo, Ashley & Franco DiMarino
So happy we picked this venue to have our reception. It fulfilled our expectations! We had about 300 people and everything went so perfect. My parents got married here about 30 years ago. Who would of thought I would get married here as well. It was truly the best pick for us. We’re so happy of the outcome. From the service to the food! It was the best sad it’s over went to do it all over again! Truly A perfect Day.
My husband and I could not be happier with our wedding venue Marina Del Rey. From planning and booking my wedding day with Tori to having Joe Orzo run the show on the big day everything was perfect. Joe really knew how to keep everything running on time and how to keep the wedding vibe high energy. He had a good relationship with my vendors who he had worked with before which also helped everything run more smoothly. My bridal attendant Amanda was great as well. She bustled my dress with ease when my bridemaids and maid of honor were busy eating the delicious food and enjoying the party and she was always making sure I had water/wine whichever I needed! The venue itself looked beautiful in person and in pictures! And to this day everyone is still talking about the delicious food! We could not be happier! HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
We had a small wedding of about 100 people and I couldn't have chosen a better venue. Marina Del Rey is incredible, great views of the Hudson river overlooking Whitestone and Throgs neck bridge, great for pictures, the reception room we chose was the smaller one but still rich and opulent in elegance it was absolutely stunning - blessed to have an amazing team that helped to answer my questions during the planning process and helped guide me during the day of. Denasia Gilley, Joe Orzo and Tanya. I love you guys, you were all amazing and total pros. Had an emergency because I forgot my vow booklet at the hotel and I had to think fast on an alternative option (good thing I had emailed myself the vows). They were very patient even though I was getting pulled all different directions I never felt overwhelmed because they were there to help assist. Thank you for helping me make my dream wedding a reality!
We had our wedding reception of ~400 people at Marina Del Rey on September 9th, 2018. Joe Savino and his team were the absolute BEST! As most weddings go- even with all of the planning, something goes wrong on the day of, but you would never even know the way that Joe took care of everything. Not to mention- we quoted a few comparable venues in the area and not only was Marina del Rey the most beautiful, it was competitively priced! I am still getting feedback from family and friends that it was the best wedding that they have ever been to!
Marina del Rey is the best venue in the area BY FAR! Working with Joe and his team was absolutely amazing. From the moments my husband and I walked into the reception hall, up through our wedding day, the best way to describe it was PERFECTION! Joe, Tanya, Tori and the rest of the team are absolutely amazing. We were married back in July, and people are still talking about our amazing venue. Between the amazing service, food, and hospitality, the Marina does not disappoint! I highly recommend this for your next event or wedding! If we did it all again, we would always choose the Marina del Rey!
I don’t think I can express just how amazing of a venue Marina Del Rey Caterers are!!!! My wedding was a little less than three weeks ago and my friends and family have yet to stop expressing how beautiful our venue was. Tori Grassi and Joe C went above and Beyond to make sure our day went spectacularly from the day we signed our contract!
The venue offers a beautiful view of the water and sky line. Inside there decor is very elegant and Victorian style! We used the Venetian room and was amazed at the layout! They truly pay attention to detail.
The food that they cater is to die for!!! Every bite was scrumptious and you left feeling full!!!
My Bridal attendant was superb and truly floored me!! She was super attentive to our every beck and call.
If you are looking to use Marina Del Rey for your venue but are hesitant (I wouldn’t know why anyone would be) look no further. You will not find a better place!!!
BEST WEDDING VENUE!!!! I just had my wedding yesterday and I couldn’t wait to write a review. It started with a hectic morning certain things didn’t go as planned with my florist but Joe Orzo was there to save my morning and wedding. He’s the most amazing person ever!!!! I would recommend this venue to everyone. The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and attentive. Denasia was also fantastic through the whole planning. Despite not having my flowers from my booked florist my wedding day was the best. Thank you guys at Marina Del Rey!!!!!! I will forever cherish these memories.
If I could give Marina del Rey a billon stars I would. Everyone that works there did a phenomenal job. The view speaks for itself and the food was amazing. My guest are still raving about this place. Marina del Rey thank you for making my wedding a dream. A big thank you to Carl, Tori, Joe Savino and Denise you guys rock and i am for ever grateful. I recommend this venue, so ladies please check it out you will love it and its not far at all from long island or any of the boroughs. WE LOVE MARINA DEL REY!!!!
I had my wedding at Marina del Rey on May 25, 2018 and it was absolutely perfect. You can’t get a better location or a better view - right on the calm water, great views of the bridges. Thankfully we had great weather so my guests really got to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere. Joe Savino was AMAZING to work with. I don’t even know where to begin. Right away from our first meeting, he made us feel comfortable and really listened to what we wanted so that our day would be perfect. He was very accommodating and really made sure that our wedding would feel like ours. He was always there whenever I had questions, reassured me whenever I was nervous, and ensured me everything would be perfect – and it was. The day of, he checked in with us frequently to make sure we were happy with everything. The service of the entire staff was wonderful and our guests kept commenting on how great it was and how amazing the food tasted. The only thing I wish is that it didn’t go by so fast!
This is long overdue, but I got married at Marina del Rey back in February and could not have asked for a better venue!
Joe Orzo and his staff go above and beyond any expectation you have. They're professionalism and honesty throughout the planning process really put our minds at ease for the big day. Our Wedding day turned out exactly how we envisioned it and it is all thanks to Joe and his team at Marina del Rey. They not only took care of our needs, but our guests as well. Our families and friends are still raving about the food and the service, not to mention the location! The Bellagio room is spectacular, along with those bridge and Long island sound views!
We had such an amazing time at our Wedding, we can't wait for someone we know to get married here so we can't enjoy it all over again!
There are no words that can express how happy we are with the Marina Del Rey. The food was AMAZING! Everyone couldn't stop talking about it. The service was impeccable. The venue location itself is beautiful and the room we were in was gorgeous. Our maitre d was Joe Orzo. He was amazing to work with. He made everything run so smoothly. There is no better place to have a wedding.
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SPEECHLESS! Marina Del Rey went above and beyond for my wedding. From the service to the food and of course the actual venue and views itself are amazing and breathtaking! I’m still receiveing compliments about the food and how people have never seen a cocktail hour that big in their lives! I had such a magical night and I cannot thank everyone who helped me at Marina Del Rey! You have a customer forever. Love you guys!!! -Crystal
We had our wedding at the Marina Del Rey on Saturday, October 7, 2017 and the staff and service were OUTSTANDING! As the wedding day was approaching, although I was stressed or nervous, I never had doubts about choosing the Marina.
I had never heard of the Marina prior to our wedding planning but my husband and everyone in the Bronx and Westchester knows the Marina and their rich history. During my wedding planning, my husband and I visited a lot of the venues in the Bronx and Westchester and the Marina stood out from them all. The grounds are beautiful and we were lucky to have our reception in one of the newly renovated rooms.
The food at the Marina is AMAZING. We had our tasting a year before the wedding and I always remembered how delicious and fresh everything was. All of our wedding guests talked about how much food they had and how good everything tasted! Some were so full from cocktail hour that they were unable to finish their dinners and requested take away containers!
Our Maitre’D, Joe Orzo was PHENOMENAL to work with. I have type A personality and I was always impressed at his mannerism and professionalism. He worked closely with us from day one and always took the time to answer all of my questions and provided constructive feedback for some of the ideas we had. Despite how busy the Marina is we always felt like we were his only customers. During the wedding I constantly saw him, he even followed the servers and team to ensure everything was running perfectly. We had several family members and friends speak at our wedding and Joe did a great job of arranging the speeches so the guests won’t not get bored listening all the speeches at once.
Tanya my bridal attendant went above and beyond. She has a calm demeanor, which helped put me at ease and was always near by to ensure I was ok or needed something. She’s bilingual, which was a plus when interacting with my mom and some of my family who feel more comfortable speaking Spanish. She was also involved in setting up the ceremony and reception areas and requested my confirmation how things were set up, which I really appreciated. She is EXCEPTIONAL and I hope the upper management at the Marina are aware of this!
If you are considering the Marina, don’t think twice before making an appointment and choosing them for your event!
What can I say about the best wedding venue around besides the word PERFECT?! Our wedding was perfectly executed. Joe and Tori were a dream team. They made everything happen! From the minute we walked in we knew that is where we wanted our dream wedding to take place. The food was fabulous. From the cocktail hour to Viennese hour. They had everything you could want. The beauty of the presentation was only surpassed by the taste. The waiters, bridal attendants, and Joe made sure the night ran smoothly. It was everything we dreamed it would be and more. They worked with us and made sure it was a day to remember.
Absolute perfection from day 1! Joe Orzo and the whole staff at the Marina immediately treated us like family and we reached a level of comfort that made choosing marina a no brainer. We booked the Venetian room and loved it.. We found out a few month later they were remodeling that room and would be completed about 3 months before out wedding. The finished product was STUNNING! NEW CARPETS, EXTENDED DANCE FLOOR, NEW UPLIGHTING AND NEW CHANDELIERS!! PERFECTION ALL AROUND. THE BEST FOOD AROUND, BEST COCKTAIL HOUR, BEST VIEW AND BEST GROUP OF PEOPLE THAT TRULY CARE ABOUT THE COUPLE AND THEIR GUESTS.. WHETHER IT'S 150 PEOPLE OR 550 PEOPLE, YOU CAN'T GO WRONG WITH MARINA DEL REY!
Where do I start?! Both Joe's and Tori were amazing, friendly, and flexible. We worked closest with "Tall Joe" and he was absolutely incredible. Joe made sure everything was personalized, from displaying my husband's Purple Heart and Army decorations (as we donated to Wounded Warrior for our favors), to ordering Dominican rum for the wedding (he even gave us an unopened bottle to take home!), and even arranged for a pig to be prepared and served at the wedding (my grandfather insisted on this...). It's been a month since the wedding and everyone is still raving about the venue and the food. Not only was there a lot of food, but it was delicious! My Dominican in-laws were impressed with the plantain dishes! Also, the view is obviously unbeatable. It was super convenient to have our photos taken outside. Overall, Marina Del Rey was the reason why our wedding was amazing, hands down. Food was amazing and endless, beautiful scenery, and incredible staff.
My husband and I had our wedding here 5/21/17, and couldn't have chose a better venue! It was absolutely AMAZING!!! The Marina is the place to have your wedding. Joe Savino, Joe Orzo and Tori were awesome to work with. Joe Savino made sure nothing was left out from the minute we went JUST look at it, I loved all the venues we looked at but nothing compared to the Marina Del Rey and its significant views! Not only did we get married here but my parents, aunts, uncles and cousins. There is no place like the Marina, right on the water, beautiful lobby with refreshments as our guest arrived, to endless tables of food at the cocktail hour and more food in the reception AND they even came around with seconds! Everything went so smoothly from booking our date, going over our menu, bringing everything in a few day before especially since I did my own centerpieces. I told them how I wanted them and they did exactly that! All of the staff made us feel so important including the bridal attendants. I wish we can do it all over again!
Words cannot describe how truly perfect our wedding was (May 19, 2017). You always go with the mindset that something will go wrong - but nope it was FANTASTIC! FABULOUS! Simply amazing! Joe Savino and his staff were phenomenal. They catered to our every (even got us the rosé that I drink for the sweetheart table). The cocktail hour was delicious, the dinner was delicious and the Viennese hour was awesome! My only regret was that I didn't eat everything. We took our wedding photos at the venue and from what we've seen so far - they came out spectacular! Cannot beat that view! Thanks Marina Del Rey for a wonderful time. Our families and friends will be talking about it for a very long time. Best wedding they've been to yet judging from the amount of calls and texts we got after. I wish we could do it again'!
My husband and I had our wedding this weekend at the Marina it was absolutley PHENOMENAL !!!!!!! From the staff, the service, the food, and this venues natural beauty..not only us but our guests are STILL in awe about how this truly was the "best wedding ever" !!! Joe Orzo was the best matire'd I could have asked for, its as if he was apart of my family and a guest at my wedding. He made sure everything went the way it should have . From the very first meeting we connected , and he has been such a pleasure to work with, helping to create our dream wedding which ended up being soooooo much more then we could have imagined !! My bridal attendant Tanya was amazing throughout the day and night making sure me and Mark had everything and anything we needed, and even working with Tori was a pleasure !!! The entire staff here just knows weddings , and they know them well! Not once did I have to worry the entire time at Marina about a think everything ran so smoothly. The natural beauty of the venue not only outside but inside are beyond gorgeous. The food itself and the amount of food is unbeatable starting from the cocktail hour which was unreal !!!! This was the first venue we looked at and nothing after even came close the the Marina Del Rey !!! I would HIGHLY recommend the Marina Del Rey , this was the most perfect day and a wonderful way for Mark and I to start our journey ! THANK YOU to Joe Orzo and the entire staff !!!!!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/24/2021
Hi Michelle,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was our pleasure to cater to you and your family on your big day! Come back to us for the Christening! :) Best wishes.
-The Marina Del Rey Family
Marina Del Rey is truly one of a kind! My husband and I got married there May 21, 2016. As soon as we walked into Marina del Rey we KNEW it was going to be our menu. The Bellagio room is stunning, with views of the Whitestone and Throgs Neck bridge lit up at night. I still have people talking about how amazing the food was, cocktail hour, main course AND Viennese hour were simply AMAZING! If you're looking for high quality Italian food and a beautiful venue, Marina del Rey is your place! I wish I could Go back to my wedding every single day!!!
Tori and Joe Orzo,
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for creating the wedding of our dreams! We are so happy that we got married at Marina on July 25, 2015. Our guests are still talking about our endless cocktail hour, amazing pasta, main course and ofcourse the delicious dessert hour. Everyone was extremely happy and beyond satisfied. If you are looking for over the top service, hospitality and class, have your wedding at Marina Del Rey!
I could talk all day about Marina Del Rey!! Thank you Joe Savino for making our dreams into a reality for our wedding on 10/14/16! YOU were incredible!! I can't even put into words how perfect it was and how special you made it for us!! From the moment we met with you, you gave us so much excitement by just explaining and describing to us how it would be! & it sure was! My bridal attendant Amanda made sure we had everything we needed all night, the entire staff at Marina Del Rey are amazing! The food is SPECTACULAR, service is impeccable & the view is like no other!! We wish we could do it again!!
My cousins wedding was at Marina Del Rey 16 years ago and since then I always dreamed that I would have my wedding here!
Absolutely the BEST venue!
We look forward to our future events here!
This place is the best of the best when it comes to weddings or any party truthfully! The food is always on point from cocktail hour to dessert! The whole night flowed beautifully. They make the bride and groom feel so important and extra special the whole night! Plus you can't beat the beautiful views outside!
If food, view, and excellent service are the top of your list of importance for a venue, look no further. As soon as my husband and I walked in we knew this was the place for our wedding, we were treated so kind. Joe Orzo and the staff handle everything and your day runs so smoothly, trust them, they have it covered! Thank you Marina Del Rey, my family and husband couldn't have been happier!
If I was able to give more than five stars, I would! We heard so many great things about Marina Del Rey, from the service, to the location, to the food everyone had great things to say! The first time we walked into Marina Del Rey both of us fell completely in love. We agreed before seeing the rest of the place, we were destined to have our wedding reception here! The location was perfect. We fell in love with the view, and knew this place would capture amazing memories.
The staff- AMAZING. Two Words…JOE ORZO! From welcoming us with open arms from day one to making sure we were satisfied on the night of our wedding. I cannot say enough kind words about him. He was everything we wanted and more. He is simply THE BEST. The day of the wedding, he never left our side and was continually asking us if everything is OKAY. My Bridal attendant was Denise. I cannot say enough kind words about her either. She tended to our every needs. She memorized all of the bridal parties name from the moment we got there! she was amazing. She even gave us extra food!
The food... Simply amazing. Best food at a wedding I’ve ever had! We knew from the food tasting that we were in great hands! I’ve never had so many people come up to us during, and after raving about how good the food was. Our cocktail hour started at 5:30 and Joe wanted our guests to arrive as early as possible. He had cocktails, and beverages set-up in the lobby for all our guests. From the pasta trio(with the worlds best garlic bread), to the main course, to the individual plated desserts for each of our guests it was the best dinner we have had at any wedding. Ohhh Did we forget to mention the HOT ZEPPOLE being passed around?? Enough said!
Do you want to have an amazing wedding? Do you want to enjoy your day and not worry about a single thing? Do you want great food? Do you want impeccable service? I think you get the point! Go to Marina Del Rey speak with Joe Orzo and you won't be disappointed!
Can't tell you how many compliments we got on Marina's food, service, and decor. Our guests were really wowed and blown away. Joe S was on point the whole night and my bridal attendant Amanda was constantly making sure we were eating, drinking, and had everything we needed. I can't recommend Marina any more. Best venue we could've booked.
There are seriously no words for how incredible this place is. The location, the view, the FOOD! my guests are still talking about the food! Their cocktail hour is out of this world; some guests thought the cocktail hour was dinner!
The staff is so professional, yet makes you feel like family. Everyone is so attentive and it really made my husband and I feel so at ease. We didn't have to worry about remembering to do something, because by the time we remembered, someone on their staff had already taken care of it.
Amazing location, staff, and food my wedding was perfect!
We had the best day ever and it was all thanks to Joe Savino and the rest of the staff at Marina Del Rey! It was the BEST decision to go with this venue!! Joe and the staff went above and beyond to make sure the day was everything we dreamed it would be. They were so attentive and made sure everything moved along smoothly! Joe even went as far as finding someone that worked there to do something special that we wanted but couldn't find someone to do! Not only are the grounds AMAZINGLY beautiful, the food was delicious and everyone had the time of their lives! If you are wondering whether to go with the Marina or another venue, pick Marina! You will not be disappointed with anything!
This place is by far the best venue in NY! If you haven't gone to do a run through and see what they are about I highly suggest you do! Tori & the Joe's were all soo accomodating and such a pleasure to work with. They completely took care of us from start to finish and went above and beyond to make our wedding night truly spectacular. I highly recommend you give them a call. Next event I am booking there!
The staff at Marina del Rey helped to make our day even better than we could've imagined. The service was impeccable, and the staff was helpful in every way, not to mention kind and courteous as well. The management was helpful throughout the planning process, answered any questions we had, and alleviated any concerns with their expertise, and the staff the day of the reception was attentive and pleasant. The food was incredible, and the cocktail hour was beyond imaginable--we received much positive feedback from our guests. And, of course, drinks flowed freely with staff circulating regularly to ensure our guests had anything they needed, as well as manning the bar.
I got married on Oct 11, 2014 and we had our reception at Marina Del Rey in Throgs Neck. What a beautiful view between 2 bridges, we got tons of gorgeous shots! Marina del Rey did such an amazing job, did not disappoint in any way. My bridal attendant(Denise) was really on point and super sweet, making sure I ate and drank and helping me around for all of my pictures. The maitre d Joe had everyone moving really quick setting up tables exactly as i requested and that continued throughout the night I saw him on top of everyone working in the room. From the second we pulled up in our limo I felt so relieved. The catering hall itself is just so beautiful and I could feel it, everything was going smooth and under control, which is exactly what you want to see on your wedding day. The food was delicious, and there was tons of it! They definitely do not lie when they tell you you are getting an amazing cocktail hour! And the Viennese was just as amazing and just as grand as cocktail hour. It was so nice to see all my guests making tins of sweets to take home! And finally as everyone was leaving they received bottles of water and little cinnamon dough treats to have on the ride home! I got over the top compliments from my guests about my wedding and most of my guests have been to many weddings, it gets hard to impress them. I absolutely loved Marina del Rey and would pick them a million times over if i had to do it again.
Absolutely, hands down, THE best wedding I have ever been to. You can look at it one of two ways, you might think I am bias because it was my own wedding OR you might be extra impressed because this review is written from the point of view of a critical bride.
Marina Del Rey is obviously an incredibly beautiful venue from the water fountain in the entrance, to the gorgeous gazebo, east river backdrop and city skyline view, but what really makes this venue so remarkable, is the food and most of all the staff.
Lets start with the food... The cocktail hour was so lavish that guests were asking if it was actually the dinner. We happily told them no, they had a choice of 6 entrees made to order, each one, excellent options in their own right.
Now the staff... Joe Orzo, our maitre'd was simply AMAZING, and THAT is an understatement. The entire night flowed seamlessly in his hands, allowing us to actually enjoy the moment and interact with our guests. Denise, was much more than a bridal attendant, taking care of all six of my bridesmaids, as well as the groom and his six groomsmen. I'm not sure of Trisha's title, but she did an incredible job, suggesting and executing last minute touches to the reception area from the cake topper to the bridal table runner.
Marina Del Rey has decades of experience putting together great weddings, and on my big night, it was more than apparent. Thank you Joe and team for making this night better than I could ever have imagined!
What a beautiful venue with a beautiful view. I had a lot of guests from out of town and they couldn't believe they were in the Bronx. Everyone raved that it was the best wedding they had ever been to with the amazing food, views, and that that got to enjoy not only the inside but also the outside sitting by the water watching the sunset. Everything at the Marina is top notch the food, the service, the Maitre D takes complete care of everything for you. There was not one thing I had to ask for the entire night everything was perfect without me asking. And they have the BEST food!! Many weddings the food is just ok but not at the Marina every single person raved about it!!
I got married July 29 2012 and a couple of months back when I went looking for a place I remembered that my girlfriend got married at this beautiful place on the water and the view was incredible overlooking two bridges. It was breathtaking. And to top it off the food was insane. We all been to weddings where the place is beautiful but the food sucks. This place has it all! The food, the elegance, the view, the people are great. They really catered to me and my husband. I'm so happy that I got to experience a wedding there and have my own as well. It's about 35-45 minutes from Brooklyn, Staten Island. Closer from queens and Long Island. The only way you will know what I'm talking about is to go and see for yourself. They have a guaranteed food tasting before you book your hall and if you don't like it you get your money back no ifs ands or buts about. Check it out!! Love it and have no regrets. Everyone at my wedding couldn't stop talking about my wedding. One of the best caterers I ever been to.
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