Waterside Events

I don't really have enough words to describe my experience at Waterside. We found Waterside in early 2019 and immediately signed our contract to get married there in April 2020. When the pandemic was quickly ramping up, Waterside was able to help me find a new date (in November 2020). When it was clear that that date would still not be safe, they immediately opened their calendars to find a new date, this time November 2021. Waterside was by far my easiest vendor during the evolving COVID-situation and they made me, a very stressed-out bride, feel much more at ease. Shantal was my go-to person the entire time and was an extremely helpful, communicative, professional, and all-around amazing person to work with. Whenever I had a question, big or small, she always answered and provided all of the details needed. We finally had our wedding on November 5th and wow, it was worth the wait. Christian was extremely helpful and communicative leading up to the wedding. I cannot rave enough about the entire Waterside team on the day of the wedding. Everyone was incredibly kind, accomodating, and always one step ahead. If I wanted one thing done a certain way, it was done, no hesitation. We had our ceremony outside right as the sun was beginning to set and it was a perfect backdrop – I highly recommend doing the ceremony outside if you can! We have had MULTIPLE people tell us this was the best wedding meal they've ever had, between the meal at the reception and the food during cocktail hour. Overall, this was the perfect venue for us and I would vouch for Waterside, Shantal, Leslie, and Christian to anyone looking for a gorgeous venue where you know you'll be taken care of! They are all professionals and will make this day so easy for you!

I was a guest of an event(graduation party) held yesterday, July 10, 2021 at The Waterside. The venue itself is beautiful, yes, but caring and up to code it is NOT. The host and father of the graduate of yesterday's event is wheelchair bound. Midway thru the party, he and a few other guests/family members took the elevator from the 3rd floor downstairs to go outside to enjoy he view and to get some air. As bad luck would have it, the elevator suddenly stopped working, preventing the FATHER of the graduate from returning to his own party! The owners of Waterside only commented that there was nothing they could do because it was all "AN ACT OF GOD"....No support, empathy or basic good business acumen was offered at all. My friend therefore MISSED the entire rest of his own daughter's party, which he PAID for, with no offer of any discount, etc. by management. If you or anyone on your guest list needs to rely on taking an elevator instead of stairs up or down, STAY AWAY from Waterside. The view is breathtaking yes, but the lack of basic human consideration by these owners took my breath away and it turned a joyous, celebratory day into a big heartbreak. Not to mention, seems to me Waterside should be fined for not being up to ADA code. Book your event here at your own risk.

Planning a wedding from overseas is not easy! We had about 130 guests traveling from all over the world to share our special day. - The venue itself is PERFECT for a small/medium size indoor wedding. Three floors to accomodate a cocktail hour, reception and after party. It's intimate and doesn't allow guests to wander off and get lost. Everyone is concentrated on your special day! The view is amazing and will be sure to impress. - The guests (even the Italian ones!) loved the food, especially at the cocktail hour. - Planning was made easy by the professional and sweet Lesley. My parents (who were our scouts on the ground) worked directly with her, FaceTiming us when possible. She was very communicative and accommodating considering our situation, communicating with us through WhatsApp and e-mail when necessary. Every little detail we asked for (menu, aesthetic details, logistics, translations, AV) was accommodated with ease and precision. - Day-of was seamless. Shantal and Miguel are seasoned professionals who make everyone feel calm and at ease, but know how to problem solve and pivot when necessary.

Leslie, Miguel & Shantal were all incredible!! The food was amazing, views were beautiful and everything went as expected 😊

If you are looking for a magical wedding, look no further! Waterside made our day perfect. The food, the view, the ambiance, the staff, and everything else was STELLAR! I had the pleasure of working with Shantal, she made sure my big day was stress free, seamless and unforgettable. If i had to get married all over again, i wouldn't change a thing!

I hosted my daughters Bridal at Waterside and the food was excellent and the venue was beautiful. Shantel our Maetre Di and event coordinator was Wonderful. She is very sweet and has a passion for job, she makes you feel so comfortable that you feel as if she is part of the family. All our guests were raving about the food and the venue and many will return to host their own events. It is due to Shantel that my daughters shower was a success. I highly recommend Shantel the serving staff and the venue. It was an amazing day.

My wife and I had our wedding at Waterside on 11/3/18. Everything was so smooth throughout the entire process, and Lesley/Miguel/Shantal were so helpful and made it enjoyable. Our guests raved about the delicious food, the nyc views, the service, the venue and still talk how it was one of the best weddings they have been to! Thank you to the Waterside team for making our Wedding Day perfect, and we highly recommend this venue to anyone who is unsure!!!!!

We just got married at Waterside Restaurant and Catering in North Bergen this past New Year's Eve. I was a bit skeptical to have a wedding there in the winter time, because I knew it is usually known for its outdoor space and for being outside by the water. Let me tell you...it was perfect! When I walked in and saw the rooms all set up with the flowers and the gorgeous lighting that Waterside provides, I was floored! Not only are the rooms beautiful, but having the city skyline as our background made it the perfect scene for a New Years Wedding. Miguel and Shantal were both wonderful...and trust me, I was a pain in the butt! They always made me feel comfortable to ask questions and always responded promptly. The night of the wedding, the two of them were on top of everything! From making sure that we ate something, to getting us drinks right after our ceremony, to finding my lipgloss, and to making sure all guests were comfortable and happy...they covered it all and did such an amazing job! The food was delicious, the setup was perfect, and the entire staff did a wonderful job. I can't even give them a high enough recommendation.

We looked at three venues before we visited Waterside, but the second we walked through the front door into the lobby we knew it was where we were going to have our wedding. Not only are the views stunning but the food is delicious. Our guest have been raving about the abundance of delicious food, the strong drinks, and spectacular views. The piece of steak was huge and it wasn’t only the grooms piece but all our guest. Shantal and Miguel are amazing to work with. They are so helpful and attentive during the entire wedding process. We highly recommend Waterside they throw an amazing and fun wedding!

We couldn’t be happier with our choice of Waterside for our wedding venue. Miguel helped us plan all the details including the incredible menu for our guests. Let me tell you, the food at Waterside was incredible. We still have friends and family coming up to us weeks later telling us how incredible it was. From the hot pastrami carving station to the lobster ravioli, everything was delicious. We were able to provide a signature drink as well which was great. Shantal and Miguel were our Maitre D’s the day of our wedding and helped manage every detail. The views from ceremony along the water, the second floor, and the reception on the third floor were all spectacular and made for great photos. The lighting provided accented everything too so you don’t need to pay for extra lighting from DJs. We can’t thank Waterside enough for everything they provided for our special day.

THE MOST PERFECT PLACE TO HAVE A WEDDING EVER! I have been going to Waterside a restaurant and lounge for years. My husband and I often went for New Year’s Eve and i remember saying a few times that I wanted to get married there. When searching for a venue we knew we wanted to get married along the Hudson River which narrowed down the options a lot. Waterside was the second place we went to but it had literally no competition once we had our first meeting with Shantal at Waterside. From the views, the food options, to the decor and furniture, it is the perfect venue for a perfect romantic city chic wedding. From contracts signature to the day of, Shantal was available for questions and recommendations any time and she was so responsive I felt guilty bothering her. When we went for the food tasting we were even further wowed but the experience and the amount of food! Everything was so extremely mouth watering lay delicious. Fast forward to the day of. Shantal and Miguel were with us from when we arrived until the end - answering questions, bringing us food or drinks, ensuring we were comfortable and ensuring everything was running smoothly. All our guests commented on the beauty of the place but also raved about the amazing cocktail hour and the dinner. My family from Puerto Rico commented they had never seen so much food in one place! It was the best experience i could have asked for. I am seriously having withdrawals from not talking to Shantal all the time but i will continue to go there as a regular patron and get all the feels every time I go :)

Waterside was nothing short of amazing to us. They treated both my husband and I like family! Lesley was the best from the first time we met her, welcoming and informative. She did everything to make our special day perfect. Chantal was with us the day of and she was the best, even assisting the photographer to capture perfect photos! The food was to die for, the view was spectacular - hands down could not have been any happier with Waterside. Would recommend to any new couple looking for that NYC feel right on the Hudson. Thank you Waterside !!!

Had my daughter’s bridal shower at Waterside Restaurant and Catering in North Bergen, N.J. Our party was perfect. The staff was attentive, the food was delicious and plentiful and the view was breathtaking. If I tried to find a negative, I couldn’t. So if you are planning that special event or simply dining out, Waterside should be your first (and only) choice.

We had our wedding at Waterside and worked with Shantal! She was incredibly amazing! Her approach to wedding planning is so professional and calm. She never made me feel like I was bothering her after emailing her so many times. She always greeted us with a warm welcome and smile when meeting to go over wedding details. The staff at Waterside were also professional and so kind! They tried their best to accomodafe each guest and made sure everything was beautiful and ready for our big day. So many of our guest were raving about the venue! The breathtaking view is the most obvious! But the food, professionalism and space really made for a memorable wedding. I couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate our union.

I cannot day enough about the Waterside and the people who run it. The people are just as amazing as the views! The whole team especially Frances and Shantal are truly the best and go out of their way to make sure you have the best day possible. I can truly say without them my day would not have been as beautiful and seamless as it was. All of my guests are still talking about how amazing everything was two weeks later! The food was amazing as always and service without comparison. Thank you waterside for making my day a dream come true!

What is probably one of the worst things that can happen a day and half before your wedding? Well, for me it was when my wedding venue closed a day and a half before my wedding. When Battello in JC closed 1 day and a half before my wedding, Waterside took on the task to put together my wedding within 1 day. They pulled it off even with the short amount of time they were given. They offered me whatever they could. The staff was extremely friendly and were so sympathetic to our situation. Since, my groom and I were not able to pick out the menu we relied on them to prepare the food based on what was available. They were able to pull out all the stops. The food was delicious. My guests were raving about the food. Honestly, I am still blown away the Waterside was able to put together a wedding in a days time. They did whatever they could to make my husband and I feel like this was the wedding we originally planned. The staff at Waterside was very professional. and everything was well coordinated Not to mention that view is to die for. I would like to thank Waterside for all they did for us. If it wasn't for them pulling through I think my wedding would of been cancelled. In all we had a wonderful, memorable wedding although, not how we planned, but still had an extremely happy ending. I will always be grateful to the staff and management at Waterside. THANK YOU WATERSIDE!

Words cannot begin to express how thankful and pleased we are with the entire staff at Waterside. After planning our destination wedding for over a year, we were forced to cancel it one month before our date due to the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. In a panic, we contacted Waterside. We set up a meeting to meet with Fran, one of the owners and discuss the details. From the first hello, Fran was amazing. She has such a kind demeanor and true love and passion for her business. She quickly put as at ease, giving us several options. Then we were introduced to Miguel, our Maitre D. It was truly a blessing having him in charge of our day. He helped us come up with decorating ideas and recommended us to some vendors who we ended up using, and LOVED. He set up the spaces exactly how we wanted them, even exceeding our expectations. On the day of, Miguel was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, tending to our every need and request. Many people warned us about not eating at our own wedding, but this was not the case as Miguel made sure we were fed, just as much as our guests were! Miguel also collaborated with our vendors to ensure the timeline went smoothly, even ending up being ahead of schedule so that we could fully enjoy every moment of it. From the food, to the staff, to Fran and Miguel, everything was truly exquisite and would highly recommend them to anyone!

I got married at The Waterside just a month ago. I cannot say enough great things about this venue and all the staff. From the beginning I worked primarily with Lesley, handling all my annoying questions and inquiries. I didn't know where to start with wedding planning and she definitely helped walk me through the stages, which was much needed as I am quite the procrastinator. She was also very helpful is suggesting different trusted vendors that they have worked with prior, which I ended up using, and truly loved! I dropped everything off the day before the wedding and explained to Miguel and Shantal how and where I would like everything to be set up. When I arrived on the day of my wedding everything looked beautiful. Miguel did an amazing job pulling my vision together, and he was so attentive to my husband and I on the day of the wedding. Aside from normal wedding day jitters, I never once felt worried, because I knew he had everything handled. Everybody involved in the wedding party and even our guests mentioned how great Miguel was throughout the entire event, keeping everything running so smoothly. I cannot thank you all enough, and Fran as well for all your input, your guidance, and all your hard work that went into my special day. It was truly one of the best days of my lives, and I couldn't have imagined it going any better than it did. THANK YOU I LOVE YOU GUYS ! and would recommend Waterside to anybody looking for an amazing wedding :)

My wedding was absolutely magical because of all that Waterside had to offer. From the friendly staff, incredible views, beautiful decor and delicious food, everything was exquisite. My wedding was unforgettable thanks to Waterside! I highly recommend hosting your own wedding or special event here. You won't regret it!

My daughter along with her parents, family and friends had a wonderful time celebrating her Sweet 16 at Waterside on October 13, 2017. Everything was elegant! The table settings were beautiful, floor plan was nicely done with ample flexibility to meet any style/theme, plenty of tasty food selections, service and staff were attentive, and spectacular view. I am so glad we hosted this magical event in our daughter’s life at Waterside. Everyone is still talking about Arianna’s sweet 16 soirée celebration. The memory will live forever.

My wedding at Waterside Restaurant and Catering was absolutely phenomenal! The food was fresh and delicious! All of my guests raved about cocktail hour and their entrees. The VIEW is just immaculate. Every photo my guests took had the background of the NYC skyline. How fantastic is that?! Shantel, Miguel and Frances were so accommodating and helpful BEFORE and during my wedding. Every time I turned I saw both Shantel and Miguel present, as they were very vigilant to my needs and any of my requests. My guests also had great interactions with them which is a PLUS! I don’t have anything negative to say about this venue! My Husband jokes and asks if we can do it again! It was a beautiful and memorable party! Highly recommend! that?!

Thank you to the Waterside Restaurant for allowing me to hold my sister's Bridal Shower on July 22 at your venue. It was beyond perfect and that was thanks especially to Shantal Videla, my host and coordinator. She was fantastic and I wholeheartedly believe that it was because of her that I was able to make my vision for this party a reality! Thank you, Shantal! I look forward to hosting another party at Waterside soon.

We had our wedding at the Waterside in June 2017 and worked with Shantal for over a year to plan the reception. Throughout the entire process, she could not have been any easier and pleasant to work with - be it responding to general questions or providing her valuable insight regarding suggestions which made the night unforgettable. Shantal's attention to detail and willingness to accommodate our requests made us feel like we were her only clients even though she was juggling several other events at the same time. With all of the stress that is associated with wedding planning, it is comforting to know that you can fully trust and have complete confidence that every detail will be addressed. Shantal was the first person to greet us upon our arrival at the event and made sure we were taken care of throughout the entire night. It doesn't get any better! In addition to the exemplary service, the food and skyline views make this the ideal spot to have a wedding. I would highly recommend the venue for anyone looking to have any type of event!

I don't think I know where to begin describing how phenomenal this place is. My first meeting ever was with Fran. She was lovely, knowledgable, and most of all, caring. Truly the selling point of the venue when we had decided to book. She guided us through the initial process and was so kind and thoughtful in her suggestions, which I truly believe made my wedding great and it was because she genuinely cared about my husband and I having the best experience. Even when my husband and I had some unforeseen events happen leading up to the day that could have been stressful, she truly helped in alleviating that doubt/stress and I knew all would be well. What a kind and remarkable person. Throughout my time making decisions and planning I had interacted with Miguel. Love. Him. He is amazing, professional, fun and flexible, making last minute changes without hesitation to help our day go well. This even carried through AFTER the wedding; so willing to still provide help when needed. I cannot thank him enough. On our wedding day he was so very attentive and organized, which put me at ease once my husband and I's day transitioned to the Waterside. I knew I could let loose and he would take care of all the details. Everything went so smoothly. The way they set up my reception and cocktail hour decor was exactly how I wanted it and some things even better than I could have planned. Best of all Miguel made sure we ate! Which brings me to the next amazing aspect of the Waterside, the food. EVERY SINGLE guest RAVED over the food and this is no exaggeration. From the immense cocktail hour, to our entrees, to the dessert the food was SPECTACULAR. Mind you, all this being said and I haven't even addressed the phenomenal views on the water. It goes without saying it's breathtaking, but only a great compliment to the wonders that happen inside! Great food, fantastic views and AMAZING staff. I would HIGHLY recommend this venue for a bride and groom's wedding. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, thank you, thank you!

We Chose the Waterside for our wedding venue. IT was the perfect setting and gave us everything we wanted in making our day memorable and special. The ceremony along the Hudson was perfect, the views from our ballroom were unforgettable. The food was absolutely amazing, my friends and family are still talking about how good everything was. The place was so clean and the staff was so helpful and amazing. We look forward to having another party here.

We had our wedding on 11/19/16 at Waterside and it was truly magical. The first time we went there we immediately fell in love-- the scenic atmosphere, the friendly, "can-do" attitude staff, and of course the food. Miguel and Shantal were both amazing to work with and made sure everything was absolutely perfect. We also met with the owner Frances who went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was everything we dreamed it would be. Thank you Waterside team :)

WOW! We are still AMAZED at how everything turned out. Ever since we met Shantal for the tour of the venue we instantly felt at ease and knew this was the venue for us. Shantal was extremely friendly and very helpful throughout the whole process. She was also very attentive and made sure everything ran smoothly during the reception, I didn't have a thing to worry about! Our guests are still talking about how beautiful everything was, from the view of the skyline to the all the food and drinks. I highly recommend!

This place is the perfect spot for a romantic wedding with amazing food and views. The staff, especially Lesley who was out wedding planner did an outstanding and took all the stress out of planning a wedding. I highly recommend this venue :)

We are the Gold Coast Regional Chamber of Commerce and had our annual Leadership Awards Dinner Dance honoring " Inspirational Women in Business" at Waterside Restaurant and Catering in North Bergen New Jersey. The experience was unbelievable from the support from their professional staff to one of the most elaborate cocktail hours we have ever seen to the dinner and dessert and all the fine details that where needed contributed to a wonderful successful evening . Our honorees and their guests where extremely pleased as many wowed to have their next event at the venue. The Gold Coast Regional Chamber of Commerce will certainly have our next event there. Thank you so much Waterside for making this spectacular event a success.

My Husband and I got married at the Waterside on 07/15/2016. It was amazing from start to finish. We booked the venue a little less than 2 years in advance and felt like family immediately. Shantal was our Coordinator, and she felt more like a friend than a planner. She was always available. I even had to tell her to stop responding to my emails on her days off!! Miguel was there with us the day of. Shantal and Miguel were a power duo that day. They really made it easy for us to let go and enjoy everything. We trusted that we were in good hands and they had everything under control. The flow of the event was seamless and and easy. You can't go wrong with this place. Not only are the views incredible, but the staff is fantastic. BOOK THIS PLACE!!!

We had our wedding at Waterside on 9/17/16 and I still can't stop thinking about how perfect the venue was. All of our guests absolutely loved the gorgeous views from the outdoor ceremony. It was set up perfectly so everyone could see us under the huppah and enjoy the city skyline. The food was amazing and the selection was huge so everyone ended up satisfied. Aside from the obvious beauty of the venue itself, I cannot say enough wonderful things about the staff. All the waiters and bartenders were so courteous and accommodating to our guests requests. Shantal was our coordinator and she's absolutely fantastic!! She helped us through every step of the planning process. We must've emailed her a hundred times and she always replied promptly, politely, and with a solution to any problem we had. If anything didn't go according to plan on the day of, I had no idea! She made sure everything was taken care of behind the scenes so we never had to stress. Our wedding was everything we dreamed of thanks to Shantal and Waterside!!!

I chose the Waterside Restaurant for several unique feature. First and foremost the amazing views, floor to ceiling windows with the beautiful view of NYC, then the very chique/restaurant vibe (I didnt want your typical catering hall feel), and then lastly the intimate feeling, I was only having 100 guests and didn't want somewhere that would make it feel like the room was too large. The entire process with them was very easy and they still made sure everything went perfectly. I unfortunately had to have my ceremony inside due to the weather however they still made it amazing and beautiful. The staff was very friendly and attentive. All the guests commented on the great bar tenders and servers! We never had to worry about a thing because of Miguel and Shantal. It truly was the best night of our lives and would highly suggest the Waterside!

Our wedding was absolutely perfect, we could not be any happier with how everything turned out. The view, the food, and the service was astonishing. Working with Shantal was such a pleasure and she went out of her way to make our wedding day unforgettable. Extremely satisfied.

Our dream wedding came true at Waterside and we're forever thankful. The location has impeccable views of the river and city skylines and our outdoor ceremony with the sunset as a backdrop was breathtaking. If their 5-star food wasn't amazing enough as is; Waterside included in their package a wide variety of cuisines and sufficient food to feed three our four armies. The catering was the talk of the wedding! The customer service was impeccable from beginning to end. There wasn't a question not answered with a smile. Shantal was the rock to our wedding, ensuring every detail went to plan. We couldn't pose any issue to her without a quick confident reply and actions to back it all up. Saying out wedding was perfect at Waterside would be a gross understatement. Thank you Waterside!!!!

To say our wedding was a success at the Waterside is an understatement. We could not have been happier with our amazing wedding reception. Miguel and Shantal were so accommodating and hustled for us like you wouldn't believe, we did not have to worry about a thing. They were on top of everything during the planning process and the day of made everything run super smooth. When i saw the room set up before our guests arrived, it was everything I had dreamed of. Francis the Owner also plays a key part in planning and is very involved so you feel they really care about you. You will feel like you are getting so much for a reasonable price. Our guests RAVED about the food and the venue-- most especially the view. We had a most memorable and amazing wedding thanks to the Waterside. We highly recommend to all!

Where can I start, beautiful venue with a great view of New York skyline. My husband and I are very please and greatful for Shantal and Miguel, they were attentive to my husband, my guest as well as myself. Great communication since the day before my wedding, making sure you have nothing to worry about for your special day. I must have I love everything about this place and the employees who help to make everything as wonderful as can be!!!! Thank you so much !!!!

Our wedding was everything we could have hoped for! Not only is the venue gorgeous, but the team at the Waterside also make the whole process so easy! Shantal, the event coordinator, was amazing from the day we first met her to the day of the wedding. I was a little surprised when we were 9 months out and she said that we didn't have to meet again until 3 months before the wedding, but she quickly calmed my nerves by walking us through what needed to be done and when. Whenever we had questions, she was quick to respond, and she made it clear all the way through that she was making us the center of the day. She was even willing and able to accommodate my husband's request for a special craft beer. On the day of the wedding, she made sure that we were taken care of from the moment we walked in the door. She whisked us away to ensure we ate and had something to drink, and since our pictures ran longer than we had hoped, the Maitre d' brought us up one of everything from the cocktail hour so that we could enjoy some of the delicious food. We are still receiving compliments on how great the wedding was and how good the food was, and it would not have been possible without the Waterside. I cannot speak highly enough of the Waterside and what they did for our wedding. I would highly recommend them to others, and I wish that I knew someone else getting married there so that I could enjoy a wedding there.

We recently had an event at Waterside Restaurant for the launch of our Spring 2016 magazine. The venue was amazing, the staff was so accommodating and helpful, the food was delicious, and the restaurant was beautiful inside and out. From socializing indoors to taking pictures in front of one of the best skyline views in the county, guests have been talking about the success of the party for weeks. Waterside Restaurant is highly recommended if you want your next event to go smoothly and successfully.

All of our dreams came true at the Waterside!! We had our wedding reception there in July and our guests still talk about the breathtaking views and phenomenal food!! The staff were friendly, helpful, and offered us everything we needed to make our wedding day absolutely perfect. The venue is intimate and elegant with panoramic views of NYC, which made for some outstanding wedding photos!! We returned for a complimentary brunch a few weeks ago and reminisced about what an amazing wedding we had. The cocktail hour spread was unbelievably tasty with plenty of options for our family and friends. Every wedding guest was satisfied from start to finish and we are so happy that they enjoyed themselves as much as we did. Thank you to Lesley and everyone at the Waterside for a truly spectacular day that we will cherish forever and ever!!!!

We had the absolute BEST time at our wedding. Everything was amazing and the ceremony outside was outstanding. Shantal took care of everything and answered every ridiculous question I had! Thank You xO <3 the saint-dics (yeah, that's my new last name)

Shantal and her staff at Waterside went above and beyond to make our day a memorable one. She helped in every small detail, from the ceremony all the way up to the end of the evening. She listened to everything we wanted and did her best to accommodate us. The food was outstanding, and everyone loved the location and the view of NYC.

It doesn't get any better than the Waterside Restaurant for your wedding. The experience from start of planning to the actual wedding was more than we could have asked for. The owner, Frances, certainly crosses her T's and dots her I's and covers every detail of everything you need to know. You can be assured you won't need to worry about anything. The staff was completely accomodating, and as a bride there is no bigger relief knowing there's nothing to worry about it once you arrive on your wedding day. The views of the NYC skyline make for some amazing pictures and not to mention the food is the best you can have at any wedding. I definitely intend to hold events there throughout the years!

We had our cereony and reception at the Waterside on 5/22/15 and everything was beautiful! We had an outdoor ceremony on the water, and the reception and cocktail hour inside. Shantal was wonderful and took care of every detail! Our wedding went smoothly and we had a blast! They also recommended great vendors. We used the florist and officiant they referred and they were great! The location is breathtaking, the cocktail hour and reception room were beautiful with floor to ceiling windows to enjoy that amazing view! The food is also amazing! We had many options to choose from, and Shantal was great working with us to fit our needs. Our whole expierience with Shantal, Gus and staff was wonderful! Everything was exactly how I dreamed it would be! I want to thank them for making our wedding so special!

i want to thank Shantal and her staff for doing everything possible to make my daughter's bridal shower just perfect. Shantal was on top of her game being attentive and making sure everything ran in a timely manner. The beauty of the room was fantastic as well as the breathtaking view of the NYC skyline. The food was plentiful and delicious. I received texts, emails and phone calls about the great event. I would certainly recommend Waterside Catering to others as well as using the venue again in the future.

My husband and I had a PERFECT wedding reception at Waterside Restaurant and Catering. Their staff is exceptional, their food is exquisite and their views are breathtaking! We worked very closely with Shantal Videla, who made sure eveything ran flawlessly! We strongly recommend this venue and would have not changed a thing! Love, The Matthews

The Waterside was a perfect choice for my Daughter's wedding. This venue offers so much more then it's beautiful, tastefully decorated ambiance and magnificent panoramic view of the New York skyline. Frances the Wedding Planner extends her expertise in a charming and elegant manner with a staff that follows suit. She is extremely accommodating and orchestrates a warm ceremony, lavish cocktail hour and reception. The food is exceptionally delicious with awesome presentation - truly the finest! Even the DJ, who was a preferred vendor, was great! Compliments from my quests have been overwhelming and beyond expectations. I am completely satisfied and impressed as well. The Waterside has all the perfect ingredients for a OUTSTANDING Wedding!

My fiancé and I chose the Waterside as the venue for our engagement party (February 28, 2015) and we could not have picked a more perfect place! The theme of our party was "The Great Gatsby," and the third floor where our party was allowed that theme to come alive. It is a beautiful venue with an art deco, glamorous and modern vibe. The view, the food, the service and the attention to detail were excellent. We wanted a venue in New Jersey where you could see the NYC skyline, and the view was breathtaking and made for incredible photos. The food was delicious from the salad, the appetizers, to multiple choices of entrees and then finally desserts, our guests are still talking about how much they loved it and how plentiful it was. Shantel was great to work with from the day we booked the venue until the night of the party. She took care of everything and allowed us to enjoy our party carefree! All in all, the party was a success and I (along with my fiancé, our families and I'm sure our guests) would highly recommend this venue!

I cannot say enough about what an AMAZING job Waterside did in order to make our day so unbelievably perfect. My husband and I were looking for a chic venue, as opposed to the typical "banquet hall" type of place, and that's exactly what we found in Waterside. From the majestic view of the Manhattan skyline, to the 5 star quality food, and the sophisticated decor- everything was beyond incredible, and our guests still cannot stop raving about it being "the best wedding ever!" I truly can't thank Miguel, Francis, Lesley, and the rest of the staff for coming together in order to make our wedding so beautiful and unforgettable. It truly was the best day of our lives thanks to Waterside!

This venue is wonderful - we used it for our Engagement Party (there was no option to chose above). The food is wonderful and views are beautiful! Shantal was a dream to work with and made everything so easy before and during the day of the event - she's awesome! The only thing I would change is that we should have opted for the open bar - drinks are pricey!

My wife and I had our wedding here during labor day weekend of 2014. We couldn't have asked for more from beginning to start. From the time we signed the contract over a year ago to the wedding day itself - everything was seamless and perfect! 'Till this day our guests can't stop talking about how great the staff, food and venue was. Thank you Frances, Shantal, Lesley and everyone else from the Waterside family that helped make our day so awesome!

My now husband and I got married at The Waterside in mid-November and only have good things to say about how special our big day was. The VIEW - one of the huge selling points for this venue is the amazing views of the Manhattan skyline. We had a plan A and plan B for our ceremony and due to the cold weather we ended up having it inside, but that didn't take away from anything. The view during the ceremony was clear as ever from the 3rd floor. The floor to ceiling windows on the 2nd floor made for a great background for the cocktail hour and let's not forget the pictures we snuck away for outside right along the water....perfect! The FOOD - one of our must haves for our wedding was delicious food and plenty of flowing drinks. We were not lacking in any of that here. There were rave reviews on not only the amount of food at the cocktail hour and portion sizes at dinner, but how delicious everything was. Being the bride I didn't eat much, but hearing how happy all the guests were makes me wish I could be a guest at my own wedding (or persuade a friend to get married here so I can attend). The STAFF - working with everyone at the Waterside was extremely easy and reassuring every time we met. The service the night of the wedding couldn't have been better from how smooth the ceremony ran, to the dinner service and finally our personal attendant who always made sure we had a drink in hand and everything we needed. I want to especially mention Shantal and Miguel who guided the entirety of the night to perfection. The week before the wedding Shantal asked me to give up the control to her (which every bride knows is hard to do) and I did. It was the best thing I could have done because I got to enjoy our wedding and felt everything was in her capable hands, Would we recommend this venue, absolutely!! An extra special thank you to the Waterside for making our wedding the special night we wanted it to be :)

We hosted our event at Waterside and were very pleased on the outcome. First of all, you can't beat the location. The views of the skyline are breathtaking and the the windows in the reception room give you full access to the view. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, and did everything they could to make us happy and the party a success. I would recommend Waterside and would definitely consider having another event at this venue.

I can't think of any other place in New Jersey where you have: 1) An incredible view of the NY skyline, 2) The owners' total commitment to your event's success, 3) A staff that is dedicated to serve and delight your guests 4) An exceptional menu

4 years ago, my then fiance (now husband) and I attended a wedding at the Waterside Restaurant. We lived out of state at the time but told ourselves that if we ever moved to New Jersey, we would without a doubt have our wedding here. Low and behold two years later, we were living in New Jersey. When we started planning our wedding, we truly knew there was no other place but the Waterside Restaurant for our big day. We wanted our guests to experience how we felt on our visit. VIEW! VIEW! VIEW!- Waterside has one of the most SPECTACULAR views of the NYC Skyline. We were fortunate enough to have our ceremony outdoors and it was just perfect! Your guests will be mesmerized and it makes for unbelievably beautiful photos. VENUE- the space has a modern, art deco feel and not the traditional 'banquety' feel. I loved the lounge type layout that was used for cocktail hour equipped with cocktail tables and couches spread out all around the space. The reception is held on a different floor which has the more formal feel. Both spaces have uplights with a variety of colors to match your wedding scheme. Honestly, do you think it could get any better? The answer is YES! MENU- OMG the menu!!! This is where we were sold when we first visited the Waterside Restaurant. The cocktail hour alone has more of a variety of food choices than you will probably ever find anywhere else. But it's not just the abundance of food- it's the quality of the food. Waterside really takes the time to create a menu that will be simply unforgettable. And let's be realistic- what is one of the most important things you remember at a wedding? That's right- the food. We opted for the seafood bar which included an ABUNDANCE of unlimited cocktail shrimp. Add some lobster ravioli and mushroom risotto and that makes for the start of a very tasty evening! SERVICE- I needed to save the best for last. From the MOMENT we walked through the door, we were greeted by nothing short of EXCEPTIONAL service. Shantal & Gus took care of us from start to finish and were simply amazing. Shantal's patience through our decision making and her advice and suggestions helped us so much in our choices for the big day. Paired with her awesome personality and great sense of humor, Shantal really took the time ensure we did not have to worry about a thing on our big day. We all wish for the most perfect wedding. And the Waterside Restaurant made that day happen for us. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!!!

I would like to profusely thank Waterside Restaurant and Catering for making our day absolutely amazing! From the initial conversation Frances was so warm, friendly and informative. Chantal, Leslie and Miguel answered all of our questions along the way and were always available. The day of was absolutely stunning and the team brought our vision to fruition. The food was amazing, the view was breathtaking and we are still receiving compliments on how elegant our wedding venue was. Thanks again guys we really appreciate it. Shivonne & Irving Paul 10/5/2014