The State Room

s and elegant design elements that create the perfect atmosphere. Every space feels timeless, and it made for the most stunning backdrop for our special day. The wedding packages include so many wonderful amenities, making the planning process much easier than we ever expected. The food was phenomenal from start to finish. Our guests are still talking about the incredible hors d’oeuvres, the delicious entrée selections, and the amazing desserts. Everything was beautifully presented and exceeded our expectations. What truly sets The State Room apart, though, is the staff. Every single person we interacted with was kind, professional, and genuinely cared about making our day perfect. We especially want to thank Tom and Tony. They are two of the most down-to-earth, compassionate, and unbelievably helpful people we’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. They guided us through every step of the planning process, answered every question, and made us feel supported from beginning to end. Their dedication and attention to detail gave us complete confidence that everything would be perfect—and it absolutely was. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. It is a night we will cherish forever and never forget. We cannot thank everyone at The State Room enough for helping create memories that will last a lifetime. We wholeheartedly recommend The State Room to any couple looking for an unforgettable wedding venue. You will be in the very best hands.

perience, and we wouldn't trade it for the world. From the moment we stepped in the building for our first viewing and met Tom, we knew it was the one. Tom, Lisa, and the team were incredible throughout the whole planning process and helped us plan our perfect Halloween wedding. They're guidance allowed our dream wedding vision come to life! And Tom truly is the best and means what he says when he'll be there from start to finish. He was fluffing my dress out for pictures, driving us from the hotel to church, church to our private cocktail hour, and more. Our guests are still talking about the wedding day, how much fun they had, and how incredible the food was. We are forever grateful to Tom and the team for making our wedding day extra special, stress free, and so easy. Thank you a million times! Love, The Scalises

over and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our day. If you are looking for a venue: that would take care of all your needs. The State Room is perfect for everything in one.

e way on our own requests, and they were ready with advice and recommendations for all of our questions, including things we hadn't even thought of. Through all of our planning we were always assured that the State Room would make sure our wedding ran smoothly. When the day came the State Room even exceeded those high expectations, and we and our families were able to just enjoy the day stress-free. Tom and Tony took care of every last detail, including helping out with the train on the bride's dress! Several of our guests have reached out to compliment the State Room in particular. The food was amazing and service excellent.

start to finish, the experience at The State Room was absolutely flawless. Tom, Lisa and Tony, as well as the rest of the staff were incredibly professional, attentive, and genuinely invested in making our day unforgettable. The space itself is stunning—elegant, spacious, and beautifully maintained. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the ambiance, the layout, and how smoothly everything flowed throughout the evening. Choosing this venue was extra special for us because the bride actually had her junior prom here years ago—and had the best time then, too. It felt like everything came full circle, and the venue was just as fun and magical now as it was back then. One of the biggest highlights was the food—it was absolutely amazing! There were so many delicious options to choose from, and everything was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The variety made it easy to accommodate all of our guests’ dietary needs, and people are still talking about how good everything was! The planning process was seamless, thanks to the incredible coordination of Tom, Lisa and Tony, who guided us through every detail with patience and expertise. On the day of the event, everything ran smoothly—we didn’t have to worry about a thing. If you’re looking for a venue that combines charm, professionalism, top-notch service, and exceptional food, look no further. The State Room helped make our special day everything we dreamed of and more. Highly, highly recommended!

venue, they treated us as family and made every single desire we had come to life. Their prices are extremely fair and we couldn't believe what came included with our package — antique car service, endless hors d'oeuvres, champagne when guests arrived, basically a built-in wedding coordinator and so much more. Our guests raved about the food and lost count of how many delicious appetizers they had! They even made it possible for us to have a Pittsburgh cookie table (my hometown) and granted every wish we had. Tom was with us from the moment we did our first look (even fluffing my dress when I needed it!) and until the end of the night to make sure we made it back to our hotel safely, and he truly made sure we had the wedding of our dreams. Their professionalism, organization and compassion truly made our day the best day of our lives. We walked away feeling like we gained new family members!!

h that I genuinely don’t know how to put into words just how grateful we are. Planning a wedding comes with its fair share of stress, but the team at The State Room made the entire process feel seamless. Tom and Lisa are truly exceptional. Not only are they experts at what they do, but they are also kind, compassionate, and genuinely invested in making your day as perfect as possible. We faced the unexpected possibility of having to move our wedding due to a potential deployment, and what could have been an incredibly stressful situation was met with nothing but support and flexibility. They reassured us at every turn and gave us the confidence that, no matter what happened, we were in good hands. On the day itself, Tom was like a father figure, taking care of me with such kindness and attentiveness. He fluffed my veil and train before I walked down the aisle, cracked jokes when I started to feel overwhelmed, and somehow managed to make every step of the day feel joyful and easy. I never once worried that something might go wrong, because I knew they were already ten steps ahead, handling everything with grace and precision. And let’s talk about the food. It was phenomenal. Every single guest raved about the menu, from the passed hors d’oeuvres at cocktail hour, to the entrées, to the food finale. The culinary team went above and beyond, delivering not just a meal, but a full experience that our guests are still talking about. The venue itself is breathtaking, but it’s the people behind The State Room who make it truly unforgettable. It’s now a place that holds some of the most meaningful memories of our lives, and that’s because of the care, passion, and dedication of everyone involved. If you're looking for a place that will treat your wedding as if it were their own family’s, look no further. The State Room gave us the day we always dreamed of, and then some. We will forever be grateful.

elves to us. We could immediately tell that they loved what they do. So much so, that the owner himself would be the one making the sales pitch to us... And catering to all our needs the day of the wedding. Our experience was enhanced immensely from start to finish with these guys. Just meet them! They'll blow you away with their passion! Don't just take our word for it! Some say this venue is expensive, but we would argue that this is the biggest bang for your buck. Not only is their goal to make the whole planning process as stress free as possible, but a lot is included in the package (Table cloths, napkins, runners, cake, etc.). The food is AMAZING!! For example, we chose to have the Filet Mignon as the beef option and they were the largest filets anybody has ever seen! We have received endless compliments on the wedding venue, food, staff, etc and we will continue to recommend them to anybody else getting married! Tom, Lisa, and the staff were extremely professional, courteous, and helpful. Lisa has also been amazing the night of to make sure everything stays on target according to schedule. Tom has also been extremely helpful with transportation, and being there from start to finish. As we said before, this was the first venue we looked at. We looked at 2 others, and were going to look at others, but we chose this one. It was one of the best decisions of our lives by a long shot. Thank you again, Tom and Lisa! You guys are amazing! ~Joe and Coleen

hter for the day.” I remember thinking, “he must say this to everyone to win them over.” Well, since my wedding day has come and gone, I am here to tell you: He means every word. Tom treated me (and my fiancé) like family from the moment we started planning. If we wanted something, he would say, “we will make it happen,” and he always did. Even dealing with my picky family, he always exceeded our expectations and did not stop until we were happy. One small example: I ordered marquee letters for in front of our sweetheart table, but they were too tall. Tom proceeded to grab a ladder from his office, climbed to the top of it, and put the letters on top of the pillars above our sweetheart table. He always just made it work. At my wedding ceremony and before my reception, he was right there for me whenever I needed him. He had waters ready to go for me, he grabbed my flowers so they wouldn’t be too heavy, and even carried my train without blinking an eye. In addition to Tom’s amazingness, there is Lisa. Lisa was our “right hand woman” throughout our planning process. She made sure we had the answers we needed, and always kept us on track. She was so incredibly helpful, attentive, and kind. I will never forget Lisa busting into the room upstairs at the State Room with a large platter of every hors d’oeuvre and specialty drink served at our cocktail hour, and saying “we are extending cocktail hour, you two need to eat.” We were truly spoiled. Together, Tom and Lisa have wedding planning down to a science, and we don’t know what we would have done without them. Let this be your sign to have your wedding at the State Room.

ist of questions and concerns, and within the 20-minute conversation everything had been answered without us having to ask a single one. They really have it all down to a science! He asked us how we pictured our special day (no matter how extravagant) and told us that he and his team would make it happen. We were a little skeptical at first, but we really liked talking with him, and decided to proceed. All we can say is WOW, did The State Room deliver on all accounts. From accommodating our meeting times to work with our hectic schedules to making adjustments to the food and bar when requested. We never felt like a burden to either Tom or Lisa and believe me when I say I had a lot of requests haha. Tom must never sleep because he was always available to answer the phone or shoot an email back right away. Lisa was a machine, and she really made the day run by so smooth. we had a large bridal party with a lot of strong personalities, and she was able to pull everyone together to make it all run seamlessly. We took on a fair amount of DIY touches and Lisa really made our vision come to life by setting everything out and working with our Florist. The State Room staff was incredible. The bartenders and waitstaff really know what they are doing, and when they tell you they can flip the room from the ceremony to reception in less than three minutes, they are not lying! Not one of our guests had anything negative to say and are still raving about how wonderful the food was. We opted to have the Filet added along with the fun-food-finale and let me tell you, Tom is not lying about the size of this filet.... it is AT LEAST one pound, if not more, and the appetizers really never stopped coming out. Another really amazing touch was that the staff brought around to-go boxes for everyone to bring their leftovers home. That isn't something that we've ever experienced at any other wedding we've been to, and our guests were so thankful for that. This venue is absolutely stunning and the night went exactly how imagined it to go. The State Room really went above and beyond, and we can't thank Tom, Lisa, and the entire staff enough for everything they did to make our night unforgettable. You guys are THE BEST!!!! Forever Grateful, Tyler and Kristen Woodward

ey would help us every step of the way to make it a worry-free process, and they certainly kept their word. There's no need to hire a wedding planning or day-of coordinator when you choose the State Room because their team handles every detail, big and small, from the moment you book your wedding through the tail end of your wedding weekend. On the wedding day itself, Tom took care of us like he would his own family. Once again, above and beyond! I received so many compliments from our guests on our venue, especially regarding the food. It was abundant and delicious! Which leads me to my next point: for all that's included at the State Room, they could be charging so much more. At a time when the wedding industry is muddled with excessive greed, it was refreshing to find a venue who valued service and generosity above all. We cannot thank Tom, Lisa and the State Room team enough for making our day an absolute dream come true.

and how amazing the food was. Wedding food gets a reputation for being not so great, but that’s not the case at the State Room. All the food was amazing, including the giant pieces of prime rib that were cook to perfection. Tom and Lisa are nothing short of amazing. They make everything about the planning process effortless and they truly make your day stress free. Tom is there every step of the way, from holding the train of your wedding dress to driving you back to your hotel at the end of the night. Lisa ensured everything was set up exactly how we envisioned, and it shows how much she cares about the couple having the perfect day. Both Tom and Lisa were responsive, professional, and an amazing team. They work so well with your vendors to ensure everything is seamless. Thank you so much for making our day better than we could have imagined.

ng uniquely Albany. We were hosting my wife’s family from abroad and this was the perfect place to leave them with a lasting impression of elegance and abundance…and wow did Tom and his team deliver! It was a relief to also find a place that was willing to accommodate a later finish time as is customary in Chile. We and our guests were blown away at the variety and quantity of delicious food served up all night long! They lovingly prepared Chilean recipes we brought which made folks feel at home, and my family got a taste of South America! In every moment we felt like a king and queen. Tom and Lisa were just a phone call or email away to answer any of our doubts. Lisa was amazing at keeping us on track with all the details - helping us put special touches with the appetizers to make our out-of-town guests feel more included - and she did an amazing job bringing our cake design to life. When Tom wasn’t whipping up dishes in the kitchen, he was our chariot and my wife’s personal escort both to and from the event. We really appreciated their fantastic recommendation of our DJ and loved having a pianist to entertain during the cocktail hour. They’ve assembled a wonderful crew to help make our vision a reality and truly made our wedding worry-free as promised. The value of The State Room cannot be understated!

tely gorgeous. We felt like royalty in this beautiful crown molded, gold gilded age venue. The food was absolutely fantastic. Our wedding guest are still talking about the how great the food was. The State Room has thought of every detail to make the Bride and Groom comfortable and happy. The ceremony was beautifully adorned in navy and rose gold roses. Our guests greeted with strawberries and champagne. While my Dad and I waited in our own private suite with champagne and calmed my nerves. My bridal party had their own vault room to pre-celebrate. The tables beautifully adorned with floating candles and rose petals . All vendors coordinated and worked so well with The State Room. I saved the best for last. Tom Nicchi and his business partner Lisa are industry experts. Actually I would say the BEST in the industry. From the very beginning when we had just started to wedding plan and chose a venue to the wedding day Tom and Lisa were excellent to work with. In fact we only looked at one venue and were sold. Lisa helped to keep us organized, execute and time manage. She was there for every thought and question. She gave us many recommendations that helped our decision making. She truly gives you 100% attention to ensure your day is perfect. Hard working doesn’t describe her effort. Well, Tom what a dynamic man. What a creative, innovative and successful entrepreneur. We could all learn something from this business man. On my wedding day Tom treated me just as if l was his own daughter.. He met me at my hotel room, escorted me during our first look. Ensured we got phenomenal photos. He even spent the night in the kitchen alongside the chefs to ensure our food was perfect. Then he ended the night escorted my now Husband and I to our hotel where they gifted us for our wedding night. We walked away feeling like Tom & Lisa are more than business vendors but friends, maybe family. Needless to say we recommend if you want a perfect wedding that is stress free book at The State Room. Trust me, a very picky woman, you will not regret it. I sincerely thank you State Room. Thank you for abundantly exceeding all of our expectations. Love Haley & Joe.

or more. Our day was perfect. Would recommend to anyone, they will make it everything you could hope for!

k around for venues, I had done a quick Google search for venues in the Albany area and the State Room was the first venue we chose to pursue. After taking a tour of the venue and meeting with Tom and Lisa, we knew this was the venue for us. To begin with, when you meet Tom, you can feel the enthusiasm and pure love for what he does–he and Lisa genuinely want to make your event perfect. They are with you throughout the entire process, answering questions (literally any and all…don’t be afraid to ask!) and always making you feel heard. They both made the process of planning a wedding trouble free and consistently kept you on track. As the days leading up to the big day passed I felt that I was in good hands and could transition out of planning mode and finally sit back and look forward to enjoying my wedding day knowing I was in good hands. On your wedding day Tom is focused on you (in my case I’m the Bride) and does everything he can to make sure you are feeling your best–he even taught me the best way to hold my veil and dress so I could easily move about for pictures!! The venue honestly speaks for itself but the room set-ups for both the ceremony and reception looked incredible, the cocktail hour was beautifully done (especially for the two of us!) dinner was wonderful and the overall quality of service and hospitality from start to finish was spectacular. Our guests are still raving about how beautiful the venue is, how delicious and plentiful the food was, how easy it was to get a drink, and how professional, kind, and attentive the staff were. So many of our guests have told us it was the best wedding they have ever been to…. and meant it! We hope to attend a wedding there one day so we can experience the magic of the State Room as guests! I would highly recommend the State Room to any couple looking for a venue, it is simply the best! Once again please accept our sincere and heartfelt appreciation for an outstanding job. Tom and Lisa, your time and efforts on our behalf will not be soon forgotten. We will continue to have a lifetime of memories because of the State Room, and we will forever cherish the opportunity to meet and work with you both! Love, The O’Heas

to a science. The food tasting is level 3 compared to what they provide on the actual day. All my guest raved about the hors d’oeuvres and the endless food. The open bar was a hit and the servers where awesome! From bar tender to our personal server for the night. I can’t thank them enough for being so graciously kind. A memorable night for not only us but our guest. Venue,location,food,packaging all a 10/10

ople we’ve ever worked with. Their experience and advice on planning our wedding reception was truly invaluable. They will help with all aspects and are ready to give advice, if you want it, on literally any aspect of the day- from lighting and sound, to how people and food will flow, to what drinks to serve, even to when you should start and end the day. Their combined experience makes them truly the absolute best in the Capital District. They also provide incredible value for the price. Compared to most other local venues, you will get so much more food and drink for your money at the state room. Plus the quality of the food is outstanding. Our guests were overwhelmed with the amount of appetizers, the size and quality of the entrees and were shocked to see the fun food finale and ice cream sundaes come out throughout the reception. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. The venue itself is beyond beautiful…we couldn’t be happier. There’s also the little details, like Tom being more or less “on call” the day of the wedding to drive the bride and groom wherever they need to go. It’s truly so special and Lisa and Tom will feel like family after all is said and done. We literally cannot say enough good things about the state room and have zero complaints, they truly made our wedding day perfect.

r first meeting that he treats the day as if we are his own daughter and son and we truly felt that way. The whole day (not just the reception) Tom was there for me. I mean from the moment we left the hotel for the church ceremony until the end of the night. He was always there with water bottles, to hold my veil, and to make sure we were where we needed to be. We cannot describe in words how much of a blessing it was to have Tom at our side. He bends over backwards to make sure your day is the best day of your life and you can tell he truly loves what he does. Their staff were also nothing short of perfect. Renee catered to Paul and I to make sure we had anything we wanted at all times. All the bartenders and servers were so attentive to our guests and made sure everyone was taken care of. They truly made us feel like the star of the show and always ensured we had something to eat or drink and were floating on cloud 9. Many of our guests commented on how friendly the staff was and how they seemed genuinely happy to be there working our wedding. Lastly, I could talk about the food for days but I will try to keep it simple; the food was phenomenal. Our guests still talk to us about how much they loved the food. Tom goes above and beyond with not only the quality but the quantity of food. I am hoping I’ll get to come back sometime as a guest just so I can experience all the food again. All in all, we could not be happier with our decision and would highly recommend The State Room for anyone wanting an elegant, timeless venue filled with great drinks, great food, and great staff.

ht away that was going to be it. Tom stayed true to his word on everything he promised to deliver for our wedding day, which was nothing short of amazing. Tom and Lisa were with us every step of the way while planning our wedding. They were very quick to respond to any questions we had and ensured that everything was well planned out. They really do listen and make sure your wedding is exactly how you want it. Tom was by our side the entire day while we did our first look, took pictures, and had our church ceremony. Our guests have been raving about the venue and food ever since our wedding. When Tom tells you there will be no shortage of food, that is an understatement! Everything is cooked fresh and to perfection right at The State Room and Tom even sent us home with boxes of leftovers the next day. Tom is a man of many hats! He does everything from planning to cooking dinner. We can't thank Tom and his staff enough for everything they've done to help make sure our wedding day was such a success!

delivered and presented as outlined. Tom and his staff are fantastic and you've got a one stop shop for virtually all aspects of a wedding , all in one place.

ing planning so easy and fun. They have done this successfully thousands of times and it shows- we were so prepared every step of the way. The planning was great but the actual execution was INCREDIBLE- we didn’t worry about a single thing. Food? Endless & rave-worthy. Service? Five stars. We’ve never worked with such kind, helpful & attentive wait staff. Vibe? Old hollywood glamor & sophistication Lisa? A magician. Renee? A godsend. Tom? A true jack of all trades. We’re overflowing with appreciation for the team at The State Room and how perfect they made our day. They made sure we were fed, watered and floating on a cloud the whole time. If you want to show up to your wedding knowing that the room is already setup and perfectly decorated, you’ll never have an empty cup, the service will be outstanding, you won’t need to answer any vendor questions, you have a ride to and from the hotel and you want all your guests to be amazed, call Lisa & Tom. We showed up today and all of our decorations were neatly organized & packed up, along with our meals and extra meals for the week!!! XOXOXO Hannah & Jake Santilli 🫶