Victoria in the Park

ve and beyond. The space is beautiful, the food is delicious and you will not be disappointed. I am so happy!

roughout the entire planning process. She was incredibly responsive, quick to answer any questions we had, and truly helped make the day so effortless. On the day of our wedding, Lucy and the VIP team made sure the entire venue was set up exactly as we had envisioned, and we received so many compliments from our guests. My bridal and myself got ready at VIP before the ceremony, and even our hair and makeup team was impressed with the space and setup of the bridal suite. The early access to the venue for the bridal party and all our vendors was such a nice perk and helped the whole morning feel so relaxed! The food at Victoria in the Park was delicious, and the service was excellent. Also want to give a special thanks to Don, who worked the cognac room for our event, and who could not have been more welcoming to our guests. The ambiance of the whole venue added a touch of elegance that truly made our day special. Thank you, Lucy and all of the staff at Victoria in the Park, for making our wedding day perfect!

f the best experiences we could’ve asked for. Wanda truly made our dreams come true. She is a true professional, kind, and cares for her couples so much. In any way possible, Wanda went above and beyond. She always prioritized our interests and made sure our wedding was exactly what we wanted. Every time we stepped into the venue leading up to our wedding, the space gave us butterflies. If you are looking for a truly memorable experience, book with Wanda at Victoria In The Park!!

yours for the entire day, but the food was incredible and the service was top notch. Wanda was easy and sweet to work with and she made sure our day ran smoothly. Thanks to Victoria in the park, our wedding was one to remember!

ick with any question, big or small. The food was absolutely incredible and all of our guests raved about it. They were able to help provide other vendors they have worked with and we used many of those. The staff was patient and kind the day of and everything ran very smoothly. There were a lot of different options and accommodations they worked with you about. I would highly recommend and they gave us a perfect day to remember!

team works so hard. Wanda was our head planner and made us feel like family. She truly outdid herself to ensure the day went smooth. It was an immediate decision after meeting her and touring the venue. Highly recommend touring!

years, which provides me with extra insight and appreciation for the work VIP did. I've worked with poor vendors, and I know how much that can tarnish an experience which is why when I work with a truly wonderful vendor, they stand out. I partnered with Lucy for my wedding - she was professional, fun to work with and it was very evident that she would and wanted to do everything she could to give her clients the best experience possible. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her and would recommend her to all. I was married seven months ago but waited until I received my professional photos to write my review (hoping to include some) - in this time we STILL have guests reaching out to us saying how much they enjoyed our wedding. We had roughly 300 guests and my husband and I are often told how our wedding was one of, if not the best wedding our guests have been to. We had one couple compare our wedding to being on a cruise which we got a big kick out of haha. I attribute that a lot to VIP. The venue offers a unique experience for guests - cocktail hour upstairs, later ushered down a beautiful stairway to reveal the grand ballroom, the wine parade to start the dinner, the bananas foster performance to conclude the meal and open the dance floor - all these little experiences add up and set VIP apart to make for a memorable night. We had the cognac room open as well for guests which from what we've heard, they really enjoyed. We also used the cognac room with our bridal party for a pre-reception toast and it made for a fun experience and great pictures. In addition to the reception at VIP, I also got ready with my bridal party at VIP that morning. Lucy was kind enough to allow my dog to come and get ready with us which meant a lot to me (again with those little touches!). The venue was perfect for the morning of - the staff set out breakfast, mimosas, coffee, etc. The bridal suite is lovely and was the ideal spot for hair & makeup. I had 14 bridesmaids, 4 flower girls, my mother, a friend who came to help with my dog, my photographer, and my videographer all there. There was never a time where we felt cramped or overwhelmed in the space. Not to mention all the pictures that we took there that morning turned out wonderful. I had my dad come and we had our first look on the staircase. I could go on. I'll end with this last point though. I wasn't crazy with how my flowers came out. The flowers are unrelated to VIP - but what is related to VIP is that even with the disappointment I felt in my arrangements, I still felt that the venue looked wonderful. The pictures are still very pretty and everyone in attendance raved about how gorgeous everything looked. That is because the venue is an impressive space all in its own. I met with and researched a lot of venues before landing on VIP and I am 100% confident that I made the right decision. If you want your event to stand out and working with someone who will treat you with respect and care is a priority – look no further than Lucy & her team at Victoria in the Park.

g and not always enjoyable for the planners. However, our event coordinator Zaneta is a natural and she was outstanding! From the beginning of the process she provided excellent customer service and went above and beyond to help us accomplish a great event. Zaneta was professional, attentive and had a very pleasant and welcoming disposition. She possesses great communication skills from quick response to emails, to phone calls and during the event she was there and ready to do everything she can to make our event timeline flow with ease. Zaneta provided great and simple suggestions, professional advice and followed through on all of it to make our event successful. Because she had done such an awesome job for us as the event coordinator it allowed for everyone (including myself) to have a great time! Zaneta was quick in accommodating our needs and provided a flawless execution of the event! Our guests were very pleased with the event and we had an overwhelming amount of people express what a wonderful time they had and are looking forward to the next event, Thank you Zaneta, for making our night special and wonderful! Of course we're looking forward to having more events like this with you !

at with us and helped us choose a new date and we rolled from there. Lucy was Beyond helpful and we really couldn't as for more. Honestly any thing we asked for, within reason of course, Lucy did to the best of her ability and made our night a dream come true! its almost two months later and I'm still getting compliments on Staff, food, and the venue. If your thinking of choosing Victoria in the park, don't hesitate any longer! this is the perfect venue! (Also huge recommendation, go with the tomato bisque soup, its delicious)

. We walked into the grand ballroom it looked like a beautiful fairytale castle. The room was spectacular and the food was just as spectacular. We enjoyed the evening from beginning to end . Thank you for taking such exquisite care of your establishment and making our experience joyous and beautiful!

They always answered our questions and concerns. However during the day of the wedding there was a lack of follow through with a lot of their promises. For example the dessert table was nowhere to be seen until after all our guest were practically gone as well as the late night snack where there should’ve been enough pizza to feed 186 people but we only saw a handful of trays hidden in a corner of the venue and none could see them. The only reason I give the venue one less star is because staff were very sketch. One of our guests caught the waiter putting tip money in their pocket from the tip box and also the staff left with our over $700 dollars worth in floral without asking for permission and as well as baklava we brought externally from Lebanon and Detroit that was highly offensive. They did not ask if they could take these things before the end of the night. Even if we didn’t want them they should’ve asked no questions asked but they didn’t even do so and left with our pizza and some favors too. There was some coordinator mishaps the day of the wedding like us ending at midnight but we were told we never communicated this when we 100% did. Otherwise with the help of my family we were able to still make this a wonderful place to have our guests. Their chef deserves a lot of credit because everyone loved the food and didn’t have any concerns on that note. We were thankful to use the bridal suite to get ready. Another thing that bothered us was we were promised to be able to take photos of our bridal party inside and the venue coordinator kicked us outside in 90 degree weather. I was so upset to get my dress dirty and it was hot and uncomfortable for us... They should’ve told us earlier that they would need this to happen...

ns for us to still have a wedding ceremony and reception. We would definitely recommend Wanda and her team and Victoria in the Park for anyone looking to get married. The venue was beautiful and the food was delicious! We received so many compliments on the filet! From the bottom of our hearts, we really appreciate Wanda’s help in ensuring our wedding went perfect! Thank you so much!!

aria was absolutely amazing. She helped us to make payments throughout the year and made my big day so perfect. She took care of any issues that came up that night and made sure everything went smoothly. There is no place quite like Victoria in the Park. It was my dream wedding and I would choose it over and over again. Thank you Maria and all the VIP staff who made this day so perfect for me! I had the night of my life :)

staircase for a grand entrance :) The staff truly went above and beyond in their performances (and I don't just mean their service). We received so many compliments from all of our guests and they're still talking about it weeks later. I highly recommend working with Lucy and her team!

! Lucy Dinovo was our event specialist for the last 14 months and we couldn't have asked for a more attentive, caring, and devoted person to help us kick off our wedding celebration! Not only did she help me keep my sanity through the process, she also offered creative suggestions and ultimately became such a great friend as well! We would recommend Victoria in the Park for anyone looking for a beautiful venue space, impeccable food and a fantastic bar set up! Our family and friends have been talking about our wedding non stop! THANK YOU VIP and LUCY DINOVO for making our wedding day unforgettable!!!! We can't wait to host our next event there and of course have Lucy run it :)

a different area during most of our wedding planning. We met with Lucy in December 2018 and signed on New Years Eve for our July 2019 wedding. This was the only venue that my fiancé and I both agreed on. The venue comes with chiavari chairs included, which that alone was a huge factor. The venue is so gorgeous with the chandeliers and fountain in the background, that it doesn’t need any crazy decorations to class it up. It was also a huge thing for me that we be the only wedding at the venue that day. My bridesmaids and I arrived at 8:30am to breakfast and mimosa punch. The bridal suite is huge and overlooks the reception ballroom. There are three vanities in the room to have hair and makeup done on site. Lucy made sure that I did not have to worry about a single thing all day. She made sure that everything went smoothly and all I had to worry about was being a beautiful bride. Everything went so smoothly! All of our guests loved the area for cocktail hour. We also continue to receive compliments on the food. Everyone absolutely loved it! We have received compliments from so many of our guests saying that it was one of the best weddings they ever attended. I was also very impressed that each table had a server that introduced themselves to the table and was there to personally take care of them if anything was wrong with the food. Later on, the staff was also very engaged with the wedding and would dance which I thought was so fun since it showed they truly enjoyed working there and being a part of our wedding. Lucy was very easy to work with during the whole process. She responded to all my emails and texts in a timely fashion. If there was a problem, she would fix it right away. So many of our friends and family have told us that it was the best wedding they have ever attended. I HIGHLY recommend this beautiful, unique, well ran venue for any bride’s special day!

r 300 invited guests but also didn't share a wall with another event. Victoria in the Park was beautiful and most importantly private. We worked with Maria as our coordinator and we loved her. She was so helpful and fun throughout the whole process. She was so accommodating and helpful. Day-of she was there to make sure everything ran smoothly and everything worked out very well. Eric, our banquet captain was also very attentive and friendly. We have had many compliments on the food, the service, and the space. If you are looking for a banquet hall in the suburbs of Chicago, I would definitely recommend Victoria in the Park.

zing! We had our reception at the end of September and we are still hearing back from our guests about how much they loved Victoria in the Park. We worked with Lucy and she was amazing! She was well organized and had a lot of tips that helped with planning our reception. She was very accommodating to our schedule and communicated well with us. Victoria in the Park is a beautiful venue and I would definitely recommend it!

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ess of the venue, it is a dream to come true!!!!

chandeliers at this venue are indescribable. They are GORGEOUS! I want to point out also that their food & their staff was so fabulous, we are still talking about both! I hope to host my reception here as well!

. First were the array of grilled vegetables for the vegans in the group. On to the next display where the wonderful MasterChef was making pizzas surrounded by Italian antipasto. The Next Room featured a display of fish from baked clams, raw oysters, Oysters Rockefeller shrimp the size of my hand, and yes even Lobster! Down the beautiful staircase to the main dining room. From the first course to the main entree food was cooked to perfection. No wedding is complete without the wonderful dessert, and it Victoria's in the park that consist of a wonderful Bananas Foster surrounded by a display of beautiful pastry. Picture the beautiful bride and groom and their bridal party descending down there at staircase! Without A Doubt one of the best weddings I've been to in many years.

work with and made one of the hardest parts of planning a breeze. The day of was everything I wished for! Just as elegant, beautiful, and timeless as I would have hoped. Not only was it picture perfect, but VIP has one of the most hardworking and truly gracious staff. They really made it feel like ours :) And our guests are still talking about the amazing time they had! Love love loved every piece of it!

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