Rock Island Lake Club

2 years before even getting engaged Rock Island came up on my instagram feed and I fell in LOVE with it, and continued to say this was where I wanted to get married. Once we were engaged, we toured a few places but nothing beat Rock Island. Rock Island was so easy to work with- they are very punctual when responding to emails, they answered EVERY question we had, and on top of it they have a website to keep you organized throughout the process. We knew exactly what tasks to get done each month! The day of our wedding was just as amazing. From the moment we got there we were taken care of. They were getting us drinks, changing the temperature of the room to make me comfortable, helping calm my nerves. They went above and beyond, sharing their deodorant with my sisters, removing stains from bridesmaids dresses, helping us get dressed. They really felt like family. There were no issues keeping us separate from the guys. My first look with my dad and the first look with my husband was perfect. During our pictures the girls of Rock Island were hyping us up, getting us drinks, and making sure we were comfortable! The ceremony was seamless because of the way the venue communicates with one another. After the ceremony, they brought us EVERY SINGLE FOOD ITEM, to the room for my husband and I to try! We loved this 30 minutes of alone time, and were beyond happy to try all of the amazing food. Our reception space was beautiful, the food was wonderful and the staff were amazing. There were actually NO problems. My husband and I did not finish our meals, and they packaged them all up for us to take home. They gave us 4 boxes full of desert to take home, as well as 30 extra sandwiches from our midnight diner stop. Our guests are still talking about how beautiful the location was, and how great the food was. We hope one day we get to attend a wedding here!

You have to book your wedding at Rock Island!! My husband and I just got married there 5/12/24 and it was the most incredible day and night ever, thanks to the fantastic staff at Rock Island. Throughout the entire wedding process, Elaine, our coordinator, was attentive and communicative -- she answered all of our questions (and we had many!!) in a timely fashion and with the utmost professionalism. On the day of, both myself and my husband had attendants - his was Robby and mine was Stephanie. I don't think I could thank them enough. Stephanie was SO lovely -- she brought us food in the suite, hyped us up, and during pictures, she fluffed my dress, held my bouquet, and when it got cold, she put a blanket around me! It was amazing to have someone by my side all day who was so helpful and attentive. Also, the food in the suites was INCREDIBLE and just what we needed throughout the day!! Now onto the evening itself. The staff at Rock Island ran everything so smoothly from start to finish. It was clear that they all have a ton of experience in this area because there were absolutely no hiccups at all. Our guests were raving about how seamlessly everything went throughout the night, and how all of the staff were kind, professional, and attentive - from valet to servers, all the staff was fantastic. The venue itself is stunning. The lake views are breathtaking and the upgrades around the venue make it such a beautiful place; throughout the night, our guests constantly came up to us and said "this place is gorgeous" and "how did you find such a gem?!" And the food -- was nothing short of perfect!! They have so many options and all of it is fantastic. Cocktail hour is 90 minutes which allows guests to get a good taste of everything that's offered. We cannot thank the staff at Rock Island enough. They set up our decor beautifully, communicated with us well, ran the day and night smoothly, and made our wedding the best day of our lives. We highly recommend booking here!!

We got married at Rock Island on January 13th and it was the absolute best day! Anastasia was very quick to respond to any and all concerns before the big day (especially in the month leading up to the wedding). The day of the wedding was a dream - staff was so attentive to us and they kept things running smoothly and on time all day. The food was phenomenal and we have gotten a ton of positive feedback from our friends and family. Part of my dress wasn't cooperating (snap wasn't holding) and within two minutes, the staff had someone sewing the strap so it would hold. This was arguably the biggest decision we had to make in terms of all of the wedding prep but we have absolutely no regrets!

Rock Island was the absolute best decision my husband and I made!!! The venue is GORGEOUS and the staff is so incredibly kind! The communication leading up to the wedding was so helpful and detail-oriented, which allowed everything to happen exactly as planned, and allowed for stress-free wedding planning (a huge plus!!!)! During our details meeting a few days prior to the wedding, we were able to drop off all decor and the staff went through each box with us so they knew EXACTLY where we wanted everything to go. Their attention to detail to make every wedding unique and perfect is obvious and very much appreciated. On the day of, the staff was extremely friendly and accomodating. I was taking photos outside in the snow for an hour, and upon coming inside, they had blankets, hand/feet warmers, and hot chocolate ready for me! They took care of my husband and I all night - making sure that we were having a great time and had everything that we needed. The food was fantastic, and our guests still can't stop talking about how delicious it all was, especially the cocktail hour. And, everyone LOVED the separate dessert room, which was FILLED with sweets galore!! I cannot thank each and every one of them enough for helping to make our wedding an absolute DREAM!!!

Rock Island Lake Club was absolutely the most perfect wedding venue I could have ever imagined. The Rock Island Team knocked every item out of the park. Guests raved about the food, the service, the drinks, the venue, everything. We were blown away with their service. They treated myself, my wedding party, my husband, his wedding party, and all of our family and friends who were there all day long like royalty all day. From steaming our dresses to serving us food, they all just took care of us and calmed every nerve that could’ve existed throughout the day. Special shoutout to Stephanie, because she really made the whole day in the bridal suite feel like a dream. Lastly, Jill absolutely took our breath away with perfection during the reception. My dress strap broke and Jill and Carmen did not skip a BEAT to sew me in and fix it up. From packing up our desserts to McDonalds and making sure we left with our card box and keeping our glasses/tables full with beverages and food. This venue took the day over the finish line with grace, fun, and organization. If you are thinking about Rock Island at ALL, do yourself a favor and book there. The fact that this venue has so many add-ons, allows you to get ready in the venue all day, it's truly a one-stop spot for the perfect lakeside, luxurious wedding of your dreams.

Rock Island provided an amazing backdrop and experience for our wedding. I couldn't recommend the venue more highly. In addition to the beautiful location and venue (which was just beautiful, modern, spotless and airy and bright), this is largely because of their amazing staff--despite turnover and what seemed to be a bit of turmoil behind the scenes, we always received careful attention and impeccable communication. They are extremely thorough, asking questions I would have never even thought of, but also never making you feel like your questions weren't valid. We felt like we were in great hands the whole planning process. Where they really shone was the day of; it couldn't have gone more smoothly. They are a well-oiled machine, and a wonderful team; it is clear they enjoy working together, and that goes a long way in setting the tone. I can't speak more highly of Stephanie as our bridal attendant--her warmth, attention to detail, and sense of humor made the day even better. There are no words for Elaine, our coordinator, who at the time of the wedding seemed to be the *only* wedding coordinator on staff. You would never know it from her attention to detail, care, professionalism, warmth and reassurance. Same went for Jillian, our Maitre D, who seemed to be a million places at once and never broke a sweat. The wait/bar/bus staff were also amazing. They were all also supremely kind, which again, is exactly what you would want on such a potentially stressful/happy/emotional day. I highly recommend getting ready at Rock Island, the upstairs suite was the highlight of the day for my bridesmaids, it is a lovely and bright space with plenty of room to spread out and the perfect backdrop for hair/makeup. They also accommodated several dietary restrictions, in the most delicious way. In general, the food was amazing/gourmet across the whole day. They make sure the bride/groom have a chance to eat amidst all the activity, and make sure you have a fridge wherever you're going after, because the doggie bags are extensive. Because they don't give you a tasting, I'll offer some feedback here. Some standouts for entrees were the pork chop and portobello wellington. The filet was overall good but seemed to be a bit hit or miss among the guests. The cocktail hour was uniformly praised, not sure you can go wrong there. If I had to share any things to be aware of, it would be to make sure you download a copy of your contract/invoice when you sign it. I didn't realize that it was a kind of "living" document, and things got updated that weren't quite right. This seemed to be only because of the confusion with some staff turnover, and it was dealt with quickly and with great tact, but it created some stress that we could have done without. In general, while the turnover did create some anxiety, it ended up having absolutely no bearing whatsoever on our experience day of. It was a perfect place to get married, you feel like you're in the hands of the most capable best friend ever, and you are free to enjoy the day. We couldn't ask for anything more.

I wish I could give 100 stars. My husband and I got married at Rock Island Lake Club 10/1/2023. After we and I got engaged (and to be honest, even way before that :)), I researched hundreds of venues and Rock Island ticked EVERY SINGLE one of my boxes: surrounded by nature, touch of rustic but also modern and elegant, intimate (no banquet hall), no carpeting, AMAZING food, long rectangular farm tables, fairly priced, and exceptional service. I booked Rock Island 2 years in advance (we had a 25-month engagement). The year leading up to the wedding, my coordinator Elaine was always there to respond to my many questions, and the entire planning process was made easy by this amazing team. It was truly the wedding of my dreams thanks to all the staff who run a tight ship, ensuring everything ran smoothly. My bridal attendant was with me the entire wedding day, holding my dress and bouquet, and ensuring I’m always with a drink in my hand. They exceeded my expectations from all the other amazing reviews I’ve read. I cannot tell you how many friends and family members have told me that this was the best wedding they have ever been to and wondered how I found this venue. If everything I wrote above is what you may be looking for, I highly suggest booking Rock Island Lake Club!!!

We had our wedding at Rock Island Lake Club in March 2023. It was the absolute best decision! From the moment we went to tour the venue, we knew it was the place for us. Amanda and everyone at the Rock Island was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. The day of the wedding was seamless and I didn't have to worry about anything. They had all the details covered. All of guests raved about the venue and food (especially the cocktail hour). If I had to do it all over again, I would still pick Rock Island. Highly, highly recommend.

We had an amazing experience with Rock Island Lake Club. From the second we toured the venue, we knew that it was the place we wanted to get married. As we went through the wedding planning process, the RILC team was extremely helpful in answering any questions we have, making sure that we had everything available to craft the best experience. On the day of the wedding, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful, ensuring that we did not have to worry and could just enjoy our special day. Even when we ran into a “weather issue”, the RILC team quickly adapted and transitioned the ceremony without a hitch…which eased both my wife and my concerns. Throughout the night, the RILC team continued to check on us and make sure we had everything we needed. Not to mention the food at cocktail hour and at dinner was AMAZING. The RILC team made our wedding day unforgettable, and we highly recommend booking your event there.

BOOK with RILC!! It's been a week and a half since my wedding and I still have guests calling me to say how beautiful the venue was and how great the food was (always a hot take at weddings). I'm a tad biased as the bride, but I've never been to a more beautiful wedding. Truly, everything went so smoothly and I felt like a princess. Having rooms onsite to get ready in was a huge plus for us as it made the whole day more relaxing - and the staff was delightful. We can't say more good things about everyone there. The planning process was smooth - with everything clearly outlined and an easy to use planning portal for selecting food, decor and more. If you are looking for a beautiful, lakeside wedding (no mater the weather), look no further and book with Rock Island Lake Club.

My husband and I got married at Rock Island this past Saturday and we had the most amazing experience! The venue is stunning and the food was beyond amazing. We have received so many compliments from our guests being impressed with the venue. But by far the most amazing thing is the caring and attentive staff. All the planning staff were so responsive and helpful. The two bridal attendants that were with us for the day were calm, quick, and perceptive. Everyone we encountered throughout the day was positive and wonderful and really helped keep me calm when there was so much going on. We recommend Rock Island so highly to anyone looking for a venue that is has natural beauty, amazing food and drinks, and great service. Thanks to everyone there for making our wedding amazing!

I would recommend Rock Island Lake Club over and over again! My husband and I got married here in September 2022, and the venue and staff beyond exceeded our expectations. From the moment we stepped foot at Rock Island for a tour, we knew we wanted our wedding day to be there! The planning process with Rock Island was easy, organized, and stress-free. All of the staff was so helpful and friendly, and really went above and beyond! The day could not have run as smoothly as it did without each and every one of them! The venue was absolutely stunning, and the food selection was out of this world. So many of our guests have told us that it was truly one of the best wedding venues that they have been to!! We can’t thank everyone at Rock Island Lake Club enough for making our wedding day beyond what we could have imagined!!

Rock Island Lake Club is the perfect modern rustic venue! It's a gorgeous location to get married from the elegant ballroom to the picturesque lakeside ceremony space and the added bonus of an onsite bridal and groomsmen suite. The food selection is incredible, everything was delicious and there was such a wide variety of menu options to choose from. Our guest left with clean plates and are still raving about our margaritas & quesadillas live stations and personal pizzas we had for our late night snack. The staff was so polite, professional, and attentive throughout the entire event! Amanda our coordinator walked us through the entire planning process and Stephanie my bridal attendant went above an beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly on the day of. She even walked around with us as we took photos in the cold and gave me blankets and hot chocolate in between pictures. Everyone was so helpful, down to earth, and friendly. We loved every aspect of our wedding and are so happy we chose Rock Island!!! Thank you guys for everything!!!!!

This venue is seriously amazing. I mean first and foremost, it is stunning. We lucked out with great weather and we were able to take pictures and have our ceremony out on the lake. The food was shockingly good. I’d heard good reviews but we weren’t that impressed at the tasting so we were a bit nervous. Every bite of food I managed to eat that night was delicious. And everything that was left on my plate got wrapped up and sent home with us. Which turned out to be a lot of food, because they ended up giving me a “sampler” for my entrée which really meant that they gave me all 5 entrée choices. But it was the staff that made our day so amazing. Our coordinator Amanda communicated with me and guided me from the moment we signed our contract. She worked with my bridal attendant that day to make sure that every detail and everything we discussed went perfectly. My bridal attendant was around all day making sure we were fed and comfortable and that our dresses and my veil were all properly steamed. Any tiny thing we needed, someone took care of it. My mom wanted to change out of her heels before the reception but her flip flops were in the bridal suite so someone went running to get them. My husband left his sunglasses on so my attendant is on the headset getting someone to grab those for pictures. We needed water while we were taking pictures and they radioed in and sent out two water bottles, one with a straw in it so I wouldn’t ruin my makeup. My maître d finds my MOH struggling with my bustle and she swoops in and gets the whole thing up and good to go in a snap. I dropped a fork with some cake on it and a little chocolate got on my dress and the server standing next to me put down the plate she was carrying and got down there with a napkin and a glass of water to make sure it wouldn’t stain. I went into the dessert lounge to grab some dessert and my maître d comes up to me and says don’t worry, we’re making you a plate. Next thing I see there’s a giant platter with 2 of every dessert from the Viennese style dessert lounge and 2 giant pieces of cake heading its way to our table. Someone even remembered to make us a s’more from the bonfire outside. There was always a fresh drink available for me.

Amazing venue!! Seriously cannot recommend them enough. I live in a different country so I was a little nervous about planning a wedding so far away but the staff at Rock Island was amazing!!! Amanda was the best throughout the planning process and then the day of Stephanie and Tessa were incredibly helpful. I have nothing but good things to say about our experience at Rock Island. Food was delicious, staff was amazing, grounds were beautiful!!

I would recommend Rock Island to everyone I know! From the planning process to the day of, everything was so well organized and well run. The staff here is unreal, they are so accommodating and tentative to all of your needs from the moment you walk in the door! All of our guests loved the food especially at cocktail hour with all of the options. The venue is stunning and my husband and I could not be happier that we got married here. It was the best day!

Our son’s wedding was held here yesterday June 17,2022. What an amazing beautiful place! The staff was so friendly, food was amazing and everything ran beautifully. Thank you for making our kids wedding magical. I would definitely recommend this venue 100%.

We got married on May 21st 2022 and everything felt like a dream. We cannot recommend this venue enough!! They are fast and responsive along the way with any questions that you may have. They are so easy to work with and with such friendly staff. Also the FOOD was FANTASTIC! I cannot express how delicious every single thing was! They were super accommodating for anyone with allergies or dietary restrictions. Everyone kept raving about how wonderful the venue was, how friendly the staff was and how much variety there was with the food. Not one single complaint! Don't hesitate to book!!!

BOOK THEM. We have not heard one bad thing. My husband and I wanted to go someplace that wasn’t your traditional NJ ballroom – that just isn’t us. We also wanted someplace that had really great food. So many times you go to a wedding and your disappointed by the food and that’s a major thing people ask you after you’ve been to a wedding. The cocktail hour alone, WOW. People cannot stop raving about the cocktail hour. And they have so many choices, it was a hard decision on what stations to pick. Not only was the food fantastic, the service that my husband and I received the day of was above and beyond. There was always someone checking on us, getting us new drinks, even changing my shoes for me! I needed to change my shoes before we continued taking pictures because my heels were going into the ground and the bridal attendant got my change of shoes and changed them for me. My girls were all going to go in and get flipflops, but she ran in and got them everything they needed. Even throughout the night, our bridal party was checked on and they even asked them if they needed anything. The service is above and beyond. There really isn’t much more to say other than what a mistake you are making by not booking them.

I don't even know where to begin... Rock Island Lake Club made all of our wildest wedding dreams come true. Adam and I were so blessed to have celebrated our wedding here on 5/6/2022, just over 3 weeks ago! Our family and friends have not stopped raving about the food, the venue, and the staff! Amanda and Jillian made the entire planning process and day of the easiest process, and the waiters/bartenders/bride & groom attendants ensured that Adam and I never went without a drink in our hands and always had something to eat! I can not compliment the staff's professional and amazing conduct, as one of our guests did have a medical emergency and they handled it with grace and ease. I'm honored to be a Rock Island Bride! Thank you so much for everything!

I can not overstate just how amazing Rock Island Lake club was from start to finish. My husband and I had booked Rock Island allll the way in 2019 and had help from the coordinators at RILC to plan our dream day. The constant, consistent communication and kind demeanor of the staff at Rock Island really made the planning process stress free. Two weeks before our date, our original coordinator left and we were assigned Amanda who really knocked it out of the park! She made the transition seamless and eliminated any worries we had about the sudden change. The day of the wedding I was so calm and collected, mostly in part to the amazing staff at RILC. They handled everything from set-up, vendor coordination, bridal party wrangling, and guest arrivals. They truly made the day so magical and my guests are still raving about the food and drinks! I spent most of my night dancing/mingling but the RILC staff managed to pack up my food and dessert for me so I could still have some after the reception. Overall Rock Island was the BEST choice we made for our wedding day and I'm so thankful for all the staff there!!

My husband and I have no words for how perfect and smoothly our wedding day went. Rock Island and the people that work there, I am enternly grateful for their professionalism and ease to making the day absolutely perfect. Our guests were so impressed with the venue and the food was the best part.

We cannot say enough about Rock Island Lake Club!! The entire experience, from the initial tour of the venue (we knew it was "the one" from the second we stepped inside!!!) to the last moment of our wedding night, was absolutely above and beyond anything we could have asked for. The organization, details, professionalism, and personal touches that are incorporated are truly incredible. Becca is a top-notch coordinator who put us at ease the entire time, and was always there to answer our questions in a very prompt and supportive manner. Their recommendations for vendors were spot-on, and truly made everything come together so well. The day of our wedding was more than we could have ever imagined. We felt so taken care of by Stephanie and Jill, who were so attentive throughout the entire night. Everything came together smoothly, and any of our worries were immediately put at ease. Our guests are still raving about how much food was there at cocktail hour, and how delicious it all was. Everyone was blown away by the beauty of the venue, the professionalism of the staff, the amazing food, the whole experience. We are truly forever grateful to RILC for providing us with the wedding of our dreams, and we are so glad to be part of the Rock Island family!!!!

My husband and I didn’t have to look at many venues before deciding that Rock Island Lake Club was the right venue for us. The most important things to us were a gorgeous outdoor ceremony space, an elegant yet modern ballroom, and an all inclusive wedding package. We found all those things at RILC. We both chose to upgrade to the suites to get ready in, and the service they give you really helped to take a lot of the stress away the day of the wedding! Many of our guests were stuck in traffic and we had to push back the ceremony until at least the shuttle arrived. When it did the RILC staff ushered everyone into the ceremony space quickly and the ceremony went seamlessly. Cocktail hour was what sold us on the venue in the first place, and the food and service was great! Our only regret was not being able to spend more time at cocktail hour. Dinner was great and they give you the option to have all of the entrees you chose, and leftovers for later! The staff was so attentive the entire night, and we never went without a drink when we needed it. They also packed up our personal decorations to take home, and we were able to pick it up the next day. The overall experience made it possible for my husband and I to enjoy the most time celebrating our gorgeous wedding day with family and friends!

My husband and I fell in love with Rock Island the moment we walked through the doors. The venue is so beautiful and so unique with an incredible balance of indoor and outdoor space. From our first interactions with the staff at Rock Island all the way through until the end of the wedding day (and even afterwards!), we felt that each person we met was genuinely hoping to help make our wedding day the best day ever. They did not disappoint. Becca (event coordinator) is the most incredible human and communicated so kindly, professionally, and promptly throughout the entire process. We also want to make mention of Billie (bridal attendant), Amanda (event coordinator), and Jillian (maitre d’). Each and every one of them was lovely and played an important part in making our wedding day such a success. Our guests have not stopped raving over the cocktail hour, the beautiful venue, and the attentiveness and kindness of the staff at Rock Island. So many of our guests have told us that it’s the best wedding they’ve ever attended, and (obviously!) we’d have to agree. Our wedding day was an absolute dream and we wish we could do it over and over and over. Rock Island Lake Club is THE best and we’ll never run out of wonderful things to say about them.

Rock Island is - HANDS DOWN - the most amazing wedding venue we could have ever dreamed of. The staff is so attentive and organized, and a month later, I am still blown away by the day-of service that we received. The day ran seamlessly, and I honestly didn't feel an ounce of stress because I knew I was in the best of hands. The bridal attendant went straight to steaming our dresses and providing us with food and drinks upon arrival, and I truly felt like royalty all day long. Our wedding coordinator, Amanda, was so on top of things, always available to answer questions. She went above and beyond with her communication and planning. The food was incredible and our guests continue to rave about it. While we were fortunate enough to have the weather cooperate to have a gorgeous lakeside ceremony, the inside of the venue is equally as beautiful. While there are other venues that are as aesthetically stunning, Rock Island sets itself apart with the level of service that is provided, especially with how they graciously accommodated our COVID-postponed wedding (twice!). We are forever grateful to Rock Island Lake Club for making our wedding dreams come true!!!

Rock Island Lake Club.... You have our heart! I cant even. This venue is absolutely stunning and not to mention, so welcoming. The atmosphere and calming effect made us choose you instantly. Let me not even get started on the day of. From the moment we arrived, the service was impeccable. My guests can not stop talking about how amazing and attentive you all were. AND THE FOOOODDD. So damn good. IT was all the rave. Thank you for the most magical day of our lives.

I wish there were more positive adjectives in the English language to describe this venue. This venue, the staff - they exceed all professional, emotional, spiritual bounds when it comes to your wedding day. The team has been nothing short of amazing and responsive during our entire 2-year engagement! Becca is an actual earth angel and her fellow team of men and women are phenomenal humans. Shout out to Amanda who literally carried my long veil to ensure it was safe down the isle! In addition to the insane food, space, set-up, decor and more - this team literally pivoted our entire wedding from an indoor ceremony (all set up) to and outdoor ceremony in 10 minutes!!! I was about to walk down the isle indoors when the skies miraculously cleared and Becca asked if I’d like to move the ceremony outdoors- and the team did this seamlessly. I truly have no words. It was incredible. These individuals created a euphoric feeling for both my husband and I. We cannot thank them enough. Book this venue - this is one item on your checklist that you can feel 100% secure in and trust whole heartedly. Thank you Rock Island for all that you do and for all that you will do / have done for so many others.

INCREDIBLE! My husband and I got married on July 10th and it was simply perfect. The food was absolutely fantastic, the service was even better and the bridal attendants exceeded every expectation I had. They were incredibly attentive, sweet and easily accessible. Rebecca Nelson handled everything with ease and poise which was exactly what is needed with wedding planning. The next day when we went to pick up all of our items they had packed us a to go box with the food we didn't finish, a desert platter and two small champagne bottles. That is going above and beyond and we greatly appreciated it!! Thank you so much for making our day everything and more! We couldn't be happier that we chose Rock Island as our venue. I would do it again in a heartbeat!

My daughter's wedding at Rock Island Lake Club could not have been more perfect. The venue's beautiful views, spacious and fun cocktail lounge and open and airy reception room provided a wonderful backdrop. The excellent food and incredible staff, most notably Becca Nelson, exceeded all expectations to make one incredible celebration.

My husband and I couldn’t be happier that we selected Rock Island Lake Club for our wedding day. The venue itself is a DREAM. Our guests are still raving about the food, the bar, the location and views. I could not have asked for a better venue for an on-site ceremony and reception. What’s even more amazing is the Rock Island Lake Club staff. Planning a wedding out of town can be stressful, however, right from the get-go, Rock Island’s team was incredibly helpful and easy to work with throughout the planning process. Becca Nelson was my wedding coordinator and she is the best of the best. She is so prompt with all email communications, scheduling, and organizing. Day of the wedding, she was an MVP helping with any and all needs. Her passion and enthusiasm for her job is palpable. All staff at RILC are so sweet and helpful. Their professionalism and kind demeanor did not go unnoticed by family, friends, and the bridal party. I could not recommend Rock Island Lake Club more.

Wow...just wow. Honestly could have not asked for a more PERFECT day. Rock Island is honestly outstanding in every aspect. I wish I can go back and do this day over and over again. I don’t even know where to begin but Becca and Jillian were heaven sent! Becca was so responsive throughout the entire process, including the postponement, and never once made us feel like we were a bother with questions. She was an essential part of our planning process and I trusted her FULLY! Her bubbly personality never once made me feel an ounce of stress, and I am so thankful for that! She is so efficient and organized. She was with us for most of our wedding day and made sure every vision I had in mind came to life. My bridal attendant Kylie was also so sweet and so attentive and made it known she was there to make my life easier anyway she could. Holding my veil, my bouquet, getting us drinks and answering questions in the bridal suite while we all got ready...she was awesome! Jillian was with us all day at our wedding and she was constantly checking up on us to make sure everything was going great and if we needed anything, we always had a drink, we were always eating, and to make sure we were getting the most out of our experience. The food was INCREDIBLE! All of our guests were talking about how delicious everything was. I hope I can come back as a guest one day so I can eat everything, and even so, we were able to eat because they made sure we had food from cocktail hour waiting for us in the Grooms suite after the ceremony so we can eat before going to greet our guests. They also refilled those plates throughout cocktail hour. It was such a thoughtful touch. Becca and Jillian greeted us after walking down the aisle after our ceremony with drinks. Just all the little things made this alresdy amazing experience so much better. We had a s’mores cart and Jillian made sure to go get us some and brought it to us so we could continue dancing and spending time with guests. I can’t say enough amazing things about Rock Island and everyone involved. The wait staff was so attentive and the bartenders were so fun!! So many times throughout the night guests would come up and ask me “how did you find this place?” They were all so impressed with how breathtaking the venue was and how amazing the food was. Our wedding day was a little slice of heaven and we can’t thank everyone enough at Rock Island. Thank you for making our wedding dream come true!

I would not spend the money on this venue because the overall guest experience was completely lacking. I feel like we were forgotten guests downstairs and the wait staff were unfriendly and rude from start to finish. My husband and I were excited to come to a wedding here since it was on our list of potential wedding venues. We are very happy we went with a different venue in the end after this wedding. We were supposed to sit in the deck under a tent but due to the cold weather we were 1 of 2 tables that had to sit downstairs in the cocktail room which was fine. But it was as if we were forgotten. While we were downstairs, staff were setting up for the next days wedding and only refilled our water glasses once. We felt as if we were encroaching on their space and not at the wedding. We were yelled at multiple times to be quiet while they were making speaches up stairs but there was no where for us to stand up stairs expect for standing in an awkward corner so we elected to sit at our table downstairs. The table next to us was louder then we were and they were not told to be quiet. The sound acoustics were not great. The music was extreamly loud but it sounded as if people who were making speeches weren't given a microphone. The cocktail hour was alright but nothing to pay extra for. There weren't enough seats for tables considering we were a small party. The dessert was a joke. We were never told they cut the cake and the dessert tables were open. We were never offered coffee of tea. By the time we got up stairs, there was only 1 scope of chocolate ice cream left for the ice cream sundae bar the bride paid extra for. How do you run out of 1 of the 2 flavors served. I know the bride wasnt able to meet her minimum so there should have been plenty of food. Dont get me started with COVID protocol. This venue does not allow for social distancing. Masks were not mandated. The person checking guests in and taking temperatures only appeared to be at the door half the time as she was running around so I doubt there was proper screening. The cocktail hour was part served by staff part self serve so we were all touching the same utensils. Guest experience is a 0 as everything about our experience made us wanting to go home after the opening speaches and no one would have been the wiser. If you only care about appearances and not about your guests, book here. Otherwise stay away. Spend your money at one of the other venues in the area like Skyview.

We got married at Rock Island a few weeks ago. It was truly such a beautiful day overall. We knew we wanted to book Rock Island right after we toured it in late 2019. The location, menu options, upgrades, amenities and aesthetic was everything we wanted. We guaranteed 140 guests but due to COVID we were unable to reach that number. We wished that the venue would work with us considering that people still didn't feel comfortable in attending, but unfortunately we still went ahead and paid for the difference of 70 extra people. It would have been nice to allow for upgrades instead of guest minimums, especially considering that we added several upgrades. However, the smaller guest count allowed for an intimate setting to celebrate our special day. In my bridal suite, Angelica and Jen were absolute ANGELS! They were so amazing and truly made sure that I had everything I needed and that everything was going smoothly. I didn't have any bridesmaids due to COVID, but they were there for me every step of the way. Angelica, Jen and Becca cleaned my dress for me with shout wipes after it was a little muddy from taking photos. Angelica and Jen even helped me go to the bathroom! Can't thank them enough! Cocktail hour was amazing and the food was 10/10. They even brought us a variety of cocktail hour food right after the ceremony. It was such a surprise to have all entrees for us instead of picking just one. We loved that! We just regret not eating more, and I regret not tasting one of the signature drinks (Limoncello Spritz)! Unfortunately, during dinner our drinks didn't get refilled. we didn't get any refills during the reception the whole night and no one seemed to be coming to refill it for us. The maitre'd was also giving my mom and I a difficult time regarding the sparklers. A week before the wedding we had paid extra to have every single guest have a sparkler instead of just the bridal party. On our wedding night, the maitre'd advised us that it would only be for the bridal party because they needed it for the next day's wedding. We were talking on the side about said sparklers for about 10 minutes and I missed out on dancing and enjoying our wedding during that time. The day flew by and I wanted to enjoy every moment of it. Everyone keeps talking about how amazing the food and venue was. We also got the pretzel bar and s'mores as upgrades but the pretzel bar wasn't set up simultaneously to the dessert bar. A lot of guests who got up for dessert missed out on the pretzel bar. Only about 10 guests got s'mores. During the reception, the guests advised me that the champagne was taken away before the toast, so unfortunately they couldn't toast with it. The uplighting truly added a beautiful ambiance to the night - highly recommend! The grounds are so beautiful that any season would be wonderful to have a wedding at this venue. Overall, based on the food, ambiance and location, it was truly a beautiful day.

Rock Island Lake Club hands down exceeded any expectation we had of planning a wedding. The second we walked into the venue we knew there was no other venue that could compare. Wedding planning and postponing during a pandemic is not ideal but RILC has made planning and executing a wedding during rough times flawlessly and perfectly. They take pride in every detail and we could have not asked for a better experience.

If I could give this place zero stars I would. They refuse to allow a 26 year old bride who was just diagnosed with breast cancer reschedule her date to a weekend in October of next year. Not only will she be going through chemo, but a double mastectomy and countless treatments to fight it. But no, what do they tell her? That she can’t because business is business. Hope the owners are ashamed of how they treated this poor girl and reconsider and be actual compassionate human beings!!

❌DO NOT consider this venue❌ They have refused to allow a 26 yr old bride to reschedule her October wedding to a date NEXT October. Reason for the change in date? She cannot make her original date because she has just been diagnosed with breast cancer and will be recovering from CHEMO THERAPY, surgery and a double mastectomy. No compassion or empathy towards this poor woman’s situation, only adding more stress. ❌AVOID❌

Horrible and disgusting with not one ounce of human empathy.

This place is awful. Refuses to reschedule a wedding for a woman diagnosed with cancer. An absolute disgrace. Why would you want to celebrate at a place that has no empathy!

Absolutely disgusting business practices. A bride was diagnosed with cancer and they refuse a date change unless she takes a week day. She will still be recovering from chemo on her original wedding date. Show some humanity. Everyone should know the type of business this is.

Rock Island was one of the first venues that we visited while we started the planning process of our wedding. We fell in love with it immediately. Between the gorgeous reception and cocktail space and the outside area where the ceremony would take place we were amazed. We signed our contract and was ready to start planning. Unfortunately COVID did force us to change our date and Rock Island was accommodating. When our date finally arrived, the staff truly made the day so special even midst a pandemic. I didn't have a care in the world that day because I trusted the staff and they knew how to handle everything. All of our guests felt safe with the precautions in place. The food was exceptional also. Overall I am so happy we kept with having our "big" wedding and thank you to the Rock Island staff for making our day so special!

Being a COVID bride is something else- and RILC and their entire team went above and beyond to make our wedding day amazing. They were transparent through the entire process and throughout the unknown times with COVID, kept me updated constantly on changes they were making to be able to have our wedding... and that’s just COVID related. From start to finish the RILC took care of me and my guests all day long. It was the least stressful day of my life! They took care of every single detail for me and executed my vision to perfection. The food was amazing, the staff were amazing, and our guests are still talking about what an amazing time they had at our wedding and how SAFE and COMFORTABLE they felt during this crazy time. RILC is the most amazing and beautiful venue - the only thing better than the venue itself- are the amazing people who work there.

I cannot say enough how fantastic Rock Island was to work with! Throughout the entire COVID pandemic they kept us updated on what they were doing, the plans they had the moment the state allowed them to reopen, and when we requested they even made a micro wedding package available for us. Day of the entire team was on top of anything and everything! We had it raining the entire day and the moment the storm changed and the sun came out (less than 2 hours before our ceremony) they moved everything outside and made it look incredible! If you are looking for a private, lake side, rustic chic wedding venue you cannot do better than Rock Island!

Where do we even begin with Rock Island? My husband Simon and I still remember the first day we stepped into the venue - not only were we taken away by the beautiful views of the lake, archway, and of course the modern rustic interiors of the reception hall, we were so delighted to have met a team who were so genuinely warm and passionate about their work that we almost immediately knew we had found our wedding venue. Both Simon and I understood that wedding planning was no easy feat, but we also wanted to enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime process and we are SO glad to have shared this experience with Rock Island. The moment we #bookedRockIsland, the team kick-started a well-structured, well-thought out planning process that was led by our coordinator Heather who really put us at ease. Not only were we so impressed by Heather's professionalism and experience, she immediately created an environment where no question was too outrageous and no request was out of the question! Ten months of planning flew by and our wedding day was perfectly executed by our Maître d, Mike, day-of coordinator, Jessica, and the entire on-site staff who made sure that our guests, family members and even our dogs were enjoying themselves! The day was simply a blur but we vividly remember Mike reminding us to eat and escorted us to the groomsmen lounge in the middle of cocktail hour where he prepared an impressive spread for us to re-fuel and re-energize. To all newly engaged couples, if you're looking for a wedding venue with breathtaking outdoor landscapes, beautiful lake views, simple yet elegant indoors, and a wedding that is brought to life by a thoughtful, patient and professional team, look no further and pay Rock Island a visit!!

I honestly don't know where to begin...the scenic backdrop to our ceremony, the endless cocktail hour AND A HALF, and a fantastic banquet space upstairs made our wedding day the best day of our lives. From our initial meeting, we were blown away at the options to choose from for the cocktail hour, dinner, and bar. We still get compliments on the food from our wedding! The all-included package is honestly the best part, and having Heather as our coordinator made planning the entire day a piece-of-cake. She was quick to respond to emails, and every idea we had she took all of the pieces (photographer, florist, musicians, rehearsal) and put it al together. The day-of, the RILC staff helped us out every moment. Having the bride and groom suites to get ready in at the venue made the morning a lot less stressful! Since they only have one wedding per day, they allowed us to transform the space into our own personalized celebration of "us", which was truly amazing...our guests say that it felt like coming home, which we loved! Mike, the maitre-d, was absolutely fantastic. He ran everything behind-the-scenes to make sure the day went smoothly, while also attending to us and making sure we had everything we needed. Hands down, RILC was the simply the best decision we could've made!

THANK YOU, Rock Island, for helping Mike and I to create an absolutely magical memory that we will cherish forever. We got so many compliments on everything (food, look of the venue, flow of everything), but ESPECIALLY on how attentive and friendly/accommodating all of the staff was. I couldn't agree more. We both booked the packages to arrive early and spend the morning/afternoon pre-wedding at RILC and we both had such a great time and never wanted for anything. Special shoutout as well to Mike, who was absolutely amazing - there was snow on the ground and he personally chauffeured me back and forth in his truck so I didn't have to walk in the snow/ice. My only regret is how quickly the day went by. We are really hoping that someone else we know gets married here so we can go back and enjoy as guests :) -Mike & Mel Metrokotsas 12/6/19

We feel the need to start off with the following statement. Our wedding day was the best day of our lives, so far. That is in no small part due to the amazing Rock Island Lake Club family. When booking a venue, you don’t necessarily realize that you will be working with the same people for over a year, in our case, almost two. You think about the food and menu, the aesthetics of the venue, is there a backup plan in case it rains? Let me just say, the food is delicious, the venue is gorgeous and yes. But it’s really the people you work with that make your day. I was incredibly lucky to work with Heather & Mike who made our day most memorable. Their counsel was appreciated, their expertise was needed, their warm embrace was comforting and their kindness is immeasurable. Every promise they made was delivered on, and more. We truly appreciate everyone we met during our time working with RILC. Thank you for making us feel like family. To all the future Rock Island couples, you are in good hands. Gina & John 10.19.19

We fell in love with Rock Island the second we visited. We booked immediately and were so excited! Our wedding was a dream. The negative was the change in staff. They had staff changes that occurred the week of our wedding that we were not aware of. Because of that we had many schedule issues the day of that were clearly communicated during our many appointments and visits. (Timing, photos missed, upcharges that weren’t executed how we discussed) Other than that everything was wonderful. The bartenders were amazing and the cocktail hour food is still being raved about!! We’re proud to be part of the Rock Island family.

I can't say enough good things about this venue. From taking our first tour with Jessica, to planning the wedding with Heather, all the way through to the day of coordination by Mike... everything and everyone was perfect. We loved Rock Island from the moment we saw it but what sold us on it was the food and drinks. I mean, how many other places can you get 30+ beers on tap?!? The morning of, my bridal party got ready in the bridal suite, which I highly recommend. It was an easy and relaxing morning where we had food and drinks prepared for us by the Rock Island team. The morning flew by and before I knew it, it was time for the ceremony. The outside ceremony location is beautiful and picturesque on the side of the lake. Directly after the ceremony, all the guest went the cocktail hour which was absolutely ridiculous - we had a bacon station, a taco bar, a suckling pig, perogies, chicken and waffles, tuna tacos, the list goes on and on! Everyone was super impressed with the variety and amount of food offered (which is standard from Rock Island). We added a few extras onto our wedding package - the uplighting (which I also highly recommend), the whiskey bar outside, the s'mores bonfire, and the menus. If I had to find one thing that I think Rock Island could improve on, it would be to work with the DJ to coordinate announcements. The majority of our guests had no idea that there was a s'mores bonfire outside or that there was a Venetian table with desserts in the back room. All in all though, the day was truly perfect. If I had to do it all again there's no doubt in my mind that I would chose RILC.

There is not enough I could ever possibly say about Rock Island Lake Club and their staff. Beyond the beautiful building and grounds, and the delicious food my guests are STILL raving about, they made our big day (and every day leading up to it) an absolute dream. The day of our wedding I worried about NOTHING. I got ready in the balcony Suite (highly recommend the balcony suite and lakeside lounge packages) and by the time I went downstairs everything had been transformed. They made my family and friends comfortable and ensured everyone had the best time. The vibe is perfect, the value is unmatched, and I'm still on cloud nine thanks to the relaxing, magical day the team helped create.

I have been struggling to find the words to describe just how incredible everyone here is. From Heather, and Mike to Jessica and Kelsey and the whole wait staff and bartenders. It was our second stop when looking at venues and we knew from the second we pulled in that we loved everything about it. We met with Heather and she made us feel comfortable with the whole thing even though the venue was under construction for the winter when we visited. More importantly she put my parents minds at ease. Every question we fired at Heather (including the weird ones) were answered so helpfully and she made planning my wedding so uncomplicated and incredible. The actual day of our wedding Kelsey and Jessica and Mike made sure there was not one single thing I needed to worry about. Everything I needed, asked about, or stressed over was immediately handled or I was given an answer quickly. Now for Mike- when I say I never needed to look for a drink or even thought about needing something there he was with a new drink for me, or a napkin or water. He got my husband extra steak (which made his night- he still raves about it) he made our wedding memorable, helped keep me sane and kept a drink in both of our hands once the party started. From start to finish all 19 months of it I never once questioned my decision to have our wedding here. True professionals each and every one of them it was a joy to work with them while planning and it was the most perfect wedding anyone in my family or friend group has ever been to. Over a month later and we are still getting compliments on everything from the food and drinks to the service. Everything about this venue is a 10/10.

I initially fell in love with Rock Island Lake Club from their website alone – the beautiful pictures and insane menu options vaulted it high to the top of our venue list, and once we started visiting venues in person, it was clear nothing was going to top it. The aesthetic was exactly what we were looking for; not a “big Jersey ballroom”, but a gorgeously understated glam-rustic vibe that didn’t need to be hidden behind excessive décor and florals. The new birch arch by the water and the beautiful farmhouse tables in the ballroom are just a few highlights. The staff was beyond amazing from beginning to end. I told my husband the day before the wedding that there’s no way I would’ve stayed (mostly) sane if we’d booked anywhere else. We visited the venue twice before officially booking, and both times we walked in the place were greeted warmly and offered beverages before the tour began. Once we were under contract, Heather was our main point-of-contact and was an absolute dream to work with. She’ll outline everything the venue needs from you, and as long as you provide it, everything will run smoothly. Our actual wedding day ran like clockwork. I’d purchased the bridal suite upgrade for my bridesmaids, and we spent the morning upstairs with Karly as our wonderful bridal attendant while we had our hair and makeup done (highly recommend the bridal suite package – it made the day stress-free knowing we were there early, with breakfast and lunch taken care of). Jessica and Mike ran the show when it came to the ceremony and reception, and every part of the evening progressed timely and smoothly. Lastly – the food! The menu options are overwhelming in the best way. The included tasting several months before our wedding was helpful for us to narrow down the options, and was a nice way to get a preview of how the venue manages an event. I appreciated being able to select four or five entrée choices, and the breadth of cocktail hour choices allowed us to easily make sure guests with various dietary restrictions had no issues getting enough food. We capped off the night with the brick oven pizza upgrade, serving as our favor for our guests as they departed, and heard rave reviews the next morning. Rock Island was an amazing place to get married, and I’d recommend the venue with zero hesitation!

I don't know where to begin with our wedding at Rock Island. Dreaming about your wedding day for what feels like forever means you have extremely high expectations. Every single time my husband and I visited Rock Island, we left impressed and so beyond excited for our big day. The staff, FOOD, atmosphere, view, location, EVERYTHING about Rock Island is beyond amazing! Our guests cannot stop raving about our wedding being the best and most fun wedding they have ever been to. The cocktail hour was raved about probably the most from our guests because of how good the food was, how there were enough seats and areas to hang out in that you didn't want it to end, and how best of all, the food was fantastic and there were no lines! Seriously! The views and location/building/grounds are just breathtaking and the staff left such a lasting impression on everyone that our guests knew them by name by the end of the night. Heather, our wedding planner, was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. She is so warm and welcoming and made everything a breeze. Mike and Jessica made our wedding day run absolutely seamlessly. Karly, my bridal attendant, was extremely attentive to me and she was right there with me through our first look and all of my pictures to help with my veil and dress. Rock Island is the absolute BEST place to have your wedding and most of all, you really do feel like part of the family. Thank you to our Rock Island family for making our wedding day an absolute dream!

From the day we stepped foot in Rock Island, we knew we wanted to become a part of the RILC family. The grounds are gorgeous, well maintained, and are simply stunning and unique. This was just the beginning. As soon as we booked, we began working with Heather who was absolutely unreal - Heather is responsive, full of ideas and knowledge, and above all else, truly felt like our friend who genuinely cared about our wedding, despite the fact that she helps so many other couples - this is evidenced by our 100+ email chain. It is so important when planning a wedding to fully trust your vendors, and Rock Island made this easy. The day before our wedding, we met with Mike A, the RILC Maître d', and Jessica, the RILC day-of coordinator. Jessica took the time to go over every piece of decor we were dropping off to ensure that everything we wanted to be used was used, and similarly that everything we brought was packed up for us after the wedding was over. Mike and Jessica then went over every detail for our wedding, making sure that everything would be smooth the day of - and it was. Mike was AMAZING and everyone complimented us about how smoothly everything was and how promptly dinner was served. We are from Long Island and during cocktail hour, everyone came up to us to ask how we found Rock Island because they were in awe of the venue - the grounds, the lake, the ceremony space, the food, the service, and everything in between. I cannot stress this enough - my bridal attendant Amelia was EVERYTHING. She took care of absolutely all of my needs, made sure I stayed hydrated, whipped out pliers to help affix charms to my wedding shoes, and made sure we got platters of food from the cocktail our in the bridal suite after our ceremony. I cannot thank these people enough and truly did not want to leave at the end of the night. Everyone is raving about the food, saying that people were fighting over the lamb at dinner, cleaned their plates even after being stuffed after an amazing cocktail hour (especially getting rave reviews about the mini lobster tacos, coconut shrimp, chicken and waffles, grilled cheese shooters, and the slider station). Our guests told us how nice the bartenders were, how attentive the wait staff was, and how delicious the boardwalk station was that we added as a dessert. I could honestly go on and on and on about how amazing our day was because of Rock Island, but honestly, the most important thing to know is that Rock Island knows what they are doing and there are simply no other venues that you should be considering. I am so grateful to be part of the Rock Island family!