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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.

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 :)

s. 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!

rom 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.

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!!!

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!!!

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!

forgettable. Extremely satisfied.

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!!!!

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!

fore 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 !!!!

he 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.

izing 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.

e 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!!!!

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commodate us. The food was outstanding, and everyone loved the location and the view of NYC.

vers 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!

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!

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.

flawlessly! We strongly recommend this venue and would have not changed a thing! Love, The Matthews

er 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!

t 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!

und 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!

vent - she's awesome! The only thing I would change is that we should have opted for the open bar - drinks are pricey!

'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!

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 :)

s 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.

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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!!!!!

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

tion). The bar tenders were outstanding, everyone always had a drink in their hands. Chantelle was such a big help. She took great care of my husband and I and made sure we were able to taste all the food and enjoy our cocktail hour.

e on it and welcoming. My coordinator was the Best, and took care of myself and the Groom. (made sure we ate) ;) The food was ALL delicious, and was very pleased as well as our guests. Everyone who came to our wedding say it was the BEST wedding Ever!! I'd do it all over again.

day. She was spot on her game and did not leave any item addressed ahead of schedule. The event went off without one issue, thanks to Jen.

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ctually the last venue that we looked at before we made our final decision. We first saw Waterside on a very rainy day and we met with the manager, Bob. Bob was very kind and genuine and did not pressure us at all to book right away. However, it did not take us long to make a decision because despite the rainy day we knew that we wanted to have our wedding reception at Waterside. Waterside had everything that my husband and I were looking for in a venue. For instance, it is on the Hudson River with breathtaking views of the city. We also liked that the restaurant is somewhat hidden from the street, but still easy to get to. We were worried about our family members getting lost, but all of them found the restaurant without any problems. The venue itself is very modern and we especially liked that the cocktail hour and our actual reception were on 2 different floors. The staff at Waterside are absolutely wonderful! I felt very lucky to work with Frances, Lesley, and Shantal. Lesley was always so prompt in responding to my multiple emails. She always answered and addressed all of my questions and concerns. Frances was absolutely amazing! I was so lucky to have Frances coordinate my wedding reception. She knew exactly what my husband and I envisioned for our wedding. Frances made us feel like we should have everything we want on our wedding day and we absolutely got everything we wanted and more! She is very organized and accommodating. Shantal was our maitre d' for our wedding reception and she was fabulous! Once we arrived from our ceremony to Waterside Shantal made sure that we had water and that we were comfortable. She made sure that we got a chance to actually eat during our cocktail hour, which was so awesome! Shantal and Miguel always made sure that my husband and I always had a drink in our hands and always asked us if everything was going well. Shantal did such a wonderful job ensuring us that our reception was running on time and that our guests were having a good time. Our guests loved Waterside! Many of our guests told us that they really enjoyed all of the food that they had. Our guests thought that the food during cocktail hour was delicious and plentiful. Some of our guests were surprised that they were actually going to have a full course meal after cocktail hour. They really enjoyed all of the food! Many of our guests commented that our venue was very modern and classy, and they all had a wonderful time. Overall, our wedding reception at Waterside was spectacular! The staff at Waterside really did an amazing job in making sure our reception went as planned, and it was flawless! Thank you so much to all of the staff at Waterside, especially Frances, Lesley, Shantal, Miguel, and Bob.

ashington Bridge. As a resident of Manhattan I looked at the view and said, "This is me, this is my city." We called the next day to reserve a date. We had the wedding ceremony outside, the cocktail hour on the second floor with floor to ceiling windows facing Manhattan, and the reception on the third floor which also had a view. The Waterside location was convenient. Close to several hotels, shopping mall, other restaurants, and water taxis to Manhattan. And a great benefit was the Waterside had free parking. Shantal, Leslie and Frances were there with me from the beginning to the end. And they worked well with the vendors we used. Out of the ordinary requests were never a difficulty. They cheerfully met every request with cheer and great presentation. And they never tired of my daily phone calls. The food was tremendous. Our guests claimed our wedding was the best one they had ever attended. One relative told us they had never attended a wedding like that one. It was special for all. I would highly recommend the Waterside Restaurant for your wedding reception. It met and exceeded all of our expectations.

. I had numerous calls to the hotel to get it straightened out and was basically told it was a holiday weekend and there was nothing that they could do. Emails also took almost a week to be answered up until the month before the wedding. Just be willing to be patient and persistent. In the end, everything worked out and was perfect at the Golden Inn. The day was amazing and the beach views are unbelievable. Our guests are still talking about how great the food was and what a great venue it was. Everything came together and we had a blast at our wedding.

set up the space exactly as we asked, they even lit the citronella candles that I had brought over because I'm allergic to mosquito bites. Our cocktail hour was held on the second floor; the reception followed on the third floor. This venue is a one-wedding-at-a-time type of place. Our guests loved the views, the atmosphere, and especially, the food! This in not a ballroom type venue which was perfect for us. Lesley, Fran, and Shantal were all amazing to work with. Lesley and Fran handled all of the planning, emails, and nitty-gritty details - they were responsive, accommodating, and friendly. Fran also had wonderful suggestions and tips whenever we spoke which ALL worked out perfectly. Shantal was our maitre'd on our wedding day and she was perfect - she handled any problems that came up, made sure we had everything we needed, and she also gave us a quiet moment during cocktail hour away from the guests to make sure we had time to eat. Our glasses were never empty all night! Their staff was also wonderful, making sure that the ceremony went off without a hitch and they were perfect through the reception and even the after party. From our first visit until we left after the wedding, our experience with Waterside was everything we had hoped it would be. Our friends cannot stop raving about how amazing the wedding was!

tion, the entire crew that worked our wedding was just the BEST. Our guests are still talking about what a fantastic time they had and how wonderful the food and service was. As a professional trained chef, I (Bride) was VERY pleased with the food selection, quality and overall taste of everything consumed. If we could get married all over again, we would choose Waterside hands down. That is why I know we will host another event there in the future.

yline. We looked at a few places before we went to the waterside and every one of them was overpriced and just wasn't for us. When we went to the Waterside, we knew right away that it was the place for our wedding! We met with Francis the first day and she went over the whole menu and what is included in the price, which let me tell you is EXTREMELY reasonable for what is included and the fantastic view of NYC. They were able to remove things from the menu that we did not want to lower the price. For every other place, the price was set in stone. Also, the food - ohhh myyyy the food!!! It was the best food I have ever had at a wedding!!! We also worked with Shantal and Lesley, who were absolutely amazing and very accommodating. We received so many outstanding compliments from our guests. Many of which said it was the best wedding they have ever been to and how much they loved the food and the view!! We can't thank the Waterside enough for making our day perfect!!! Kate and Jerry

to the bridal suite, despite being promised the suite upon paying my deposit. I brought boxes over the day before with everything labeled & where they should go. No one put bubbles on chairs for my wedding ceremony as instructed. It would have taken 5 minutes to do. If this was not something they were willing to do, they should have told me. Before the bridal party was introduced the waiter was taking orders of the food, since my bridal party was not seated at the table they could not choose from the menu & had to go by the waiter description. When asked the choices, they were told, "beef, chicken, or fish". I was embarrassed. For a venue that prides themselves on their food & presentation, the description from the person taking the order was what you would expect from an airline flight attendant. I was told by Francis that they had white pillars I could use to put flowers on for the ceremony which I decided to use. A month before the ceremony I called to confirm that I could use these pillars & was told they broke & I would need to come up with something on my own. I paid my florist to rent columns for flowers I had ordered. When I arrived at my wedding ceremony, no flowers were on pillars. I was told the wind blew 1 column down & the flower pot fell/ cracked. The staff has my # and should have notified me of what happened. They did not have my signature drink at the reception. Despite all of this, we had an amazing time at our wedding. The food was delicious, the cocktail hour can not be rivaled, the views were beautiful, & I believe all my guests had a wonderful time. Also, I have to say that staff always responded quickly to any inquiry I had. I am thankful for all The Waterside did to make our day special, I just wish certain things were handled differently.

She was so friendly, professional and helpful and experienced!!! It was such a pleasure working with them and giving them our wedding to do. Our ceremony was outside on the patio, with the NYC skyline as our backdrop. It was incredible and stunning. Our cocktail and reception rooms were absolutely gorgeous and all of our guests raved about the place and especially the food. Everything was perfect. They were so organized and professional and friendly. We are so happy that we had our special day at Waterside. It is a beautiful memory and beautiful pictures that we will cherish and have forever.

lity and it is believed that treating each guest as if they were a deity in disguise would lead to good and great rewards both here on earth and in heaven. On July 4th my wife, the former Prima Ballerina of the NJ Ballet and one of the original Balanchine girls, Kathleen Ann McCready and I the Reverend Lawrence Michael Heisler, half Greek on my mother's side, were treated to a level of philonesksia that the Gods of Greek Mythology would have reveled in. We chose the Waterside Catering in North Bergen partially because it's a beautiful wedding and party facility with breath-taking views of the New York skyline and the mighty Hudson River but more importantly because it's owners and management are warm, terrific and sincerely good people who also just happen to be meticulously consummate professionals when it comes to the Art of Catering. These folks really know how to create a major celebration and with a dignified flare. Their entire staff were warm and welcoming and performed at an extraordinarily high level with sensitivity and anticipation. I would be amiss if I didn't share many words about a great kitchen staff and about their chef that is fast becoming known as a culinary giant. The accolades from our guests about our amazing little affair have been overwhelming. Statements about the “incredible food and beverage service,” “the hospitality!” “the beautiful inspired floral environment and that “magical LED wedding room with the panoramic windows of the NY skyline!” Yes, thank you Frances, you said that it would be an extraordinary evening for our guests and you with your talented staff delivered the goods! If we were asked by Triple AAA to rate the overall performance of the Waterside Catering specifically in regard to our wedding, we would award them the coveted 5 Diamond Award. Just .04% of the restaurants in all of America receive 5 Diamonds and for us the Waterside was right there with the greats, N.Y.C.'s Le Bernadin and Per Se. Extraordinary event!

all telling me that this one was the BEST! It started with Shantal who is so professional and knows exactly how to get to know your personality and figure out what will be the best party for you and your guests. I told her I didn't want a lengthy sit down dinner and she set up the room with cocktail tables, couches, and fun furniture so it had more of a cocktail party feel. The view is breathtaking! When my guests walked in to the room, their mouths dropped in awe! I had originally wanted a rooftop bar in NYC for my party and this surpassed it by far! The food was delicious and plentiful! We had timing issues because of guests arriving late and Shantal was so easygoing about "our schedule" and adjusted it by just reading the crowd. MANY times throughout the night, she would ask me if I wanted a glass of wine or a plate of food. I didn't have to think of one thing and could just enjoy my party and my guests! If you are contemplating booking the Waterside, DO IT!!! You will not be disappointed!!!

erfect. We had the ceremony outside by the water, the cocktail hour on the second floor where you could see the entire city with great views and then followed with the reception upstairs. My friends, coworkers and families were all raving about how modern and beautiful the space was! I worked with Francis initially and followed up with Chantelle later for all the details. Having already performed so many weddings at the venue, all the minor details you would never think of were like second nature to them. From the timeline of what the day would look like to the outcome, my husband and I couldn't of been more pleased. Thank you so much for an amazing day that will always remain special to us!

ated right on the Hudson River. As soon as we went to see it, we all immediately fell in love with the place as a whole. The people who work there are extremely friendly, compassionate, helpful and understanding. The location is ideal and the interior is immaculate. It is clean and modern with tile floors and huge windows over looking the Hudson. Needless to say we immediately booked the place. Then the day of the wedding arrived and it was just PERFECT! I couldn't imagine having my wedding anywhere else. Everybody was accommodating and made sure that the wedding ran smoothly and accurately, which it did. I was able to have a ceremony that I had always dreamed of by the water and a reception that was literally a dream come true. To this day my husband and I wish that everybody can be as lucky as we were to have such an amazing wedding at the Waterside.

ing and food choices. The entire staff was quick to respond with any questions or concerns we had. On the day of the event everything looked perfect and the day couldn't have been any smoother. Our guest loved everything food was great and the view was beautiful

hoose. I checked out a few other venues and, with each one, quickly came to the conclusion that none would compare. We were looking for a city view first and foremost, and Waterside provides everything you could ask for in terms of that – from the GWB to the Freedom Tower and everything in between, you can see it all, with only the Hudson River between. Besides the breathtaking view of the city, Waterside also has the greatest, most responsive staff. Frances and Chantal were always available at a moment’s notice with answers to our questions throughout our engagement, and on the day of the wedding they worked so hard, with a smile, to ensure that everything we needed was taken care of. The venue itself is gorgeous – fun, modern, and elegant. We also had our ceremony there, and because of the weather that day it was moved inside. I thought this might disappoint me, but the indoor setup and views from inside are so beautiful that it didn’t faze us one bit. And the food was incredible both in quantity and quality – our guests thought the cocktail hour was dinner because there was so much! There is something for everyone, and it’s all absolutely delicious. Both during and after the reception, so many of our guests told us it was the best wedding they had ever been to; we are still getting compliments on everything. But the real compliments should go to Waterside Restaurant and Catering. From start to finish, it was the perfect day at the best venue we could have imagined.

to the hands down best reception I've ever seen, the Waterside staff could not have been more accommodating. One week later and we are still hearing how amazing the wedding was from friends & family. I highly recommend Waterside for any bride looking for a venue in the NYC/North Jersey area! Thank you Waterside!

for our special day. A special thank you to Shantal, Frances and Miguel. You guys are the best!!!

in working with us to set up and run the event the staff is incredibly knowledge, professional, and friendly. This terrific service makes it a pleasure to hold a truly remarkable event. Each time we have been there, the facilities have been immaculate from the lavish white furnishings to the stunning sheer glass widow walls overlooking the Hudson River and the New York City skyline. And, the food has been a tremendous hit with every guest. The service staff are incredibly pleasant and the food is plentiful, delicious and lavishly displayed, Our most sincere thanks to Frances, Lesley, Shantal, George and the entire staff who work so hard time and time again to flawlessly present a wonderful event. Thank-you, Rich and Lisa Drozd American Bridal Show Company

ail, and personal attention she provided us every step of the way. She went above and beyond what we would have expected from a maître d' and made the entire process that much easier. = The Food = When we went for our initial tasting a few months before the wedding day, we were impressed with the selection. Everything was delicious, but we were wary of the "mass produced" effect that wedding food usually falls to--steaks like hockey pucks, dry chicken, mediocre fish. But boy were we (and the guests) pleasantly surprised. Every guest we talked to raved about the spectacular selection of food at cocktail hour (more than anyone could possibly eat), as well as the overall quality of it all. The same could be said of dinner--everyone said their food came out exactly as they wanted (steaks cooked rare when asked!) and VERY generous portions. One thing is for sure--they do not skimp on the food portioning here and you certainly get your money's worth. Quick aside: the open bar option was excellent! They even worked with us and ordered cases of Sam Adams Oktoberfest to serve at the wedding for no additional charge. All the liquor was good quality--Johnny Walker Black Label, Crown Royal, Belvedere Vodka, etc. Very happy with it! = The Service = As I said earlier, Shantal (our maître d') was spectacular. From the moment we walked in to scope the place out, she was a joy to work with and helped address our every need and concern. When she was not available via email during the months of planning leading up to the date, the other staff quickly jumped in to assist. Overall, I would absolutely rate their help and support throughout the entire wedding an A+. During the cocktail hour, there was an abundance of wait staff and the bartenders were not your average joe mixing drinks. For the reception, the wait staff was friendly and did a good job keeping things moving and the guests happy. The only complaint I would have is regarding the end of the night: the dessert came out, coffee and tea was served, and before you knew it they had begun clearing tables earlier than we would have liked. I understand that our wedding ran until 12AM, but it still put off a few of the guests. But truly, that's our only complaint about the service--it was spectacular otherwise! = The Venue = Absolutely gorgeous views of mid-town and lower Manhattan. This was one of the deciding factors for us--we knew getting married with that as a backdrop would be unforgettable. The guests were very excited and amazed with the views. We were fortunate to have beautiful weather that evening. However, even if it rains, their indoor option still provides great views of the skyline. The upstairs reception hall fit our guest list of 150 very comfortably along with the DJ, 2 bars, and a photobooth. Truly, you can't beat the views from Waterside, particularly for the pricing. Sure there are other places (such as Liberty House), but they charge such a ridiculous premium simply for being across from Lower Manhattan. Trust me when I say the pricing and deals at Waterside were worth every penny to us. Our guests said they had an excellent time, and that's really what mattered to us in the end.

ation glitches (I live out of town and my daughter lives in NJ) things seemed to go smoothly. One of the owners generously offered to refund us for two guests since seven of them cancelled last minute. The ceremony went really well and the maitre d (Shantal) was very helpful and friendly. The food was out of this world and everyone raved about it. Unfortunately, some of the table linens were soaked at dinner and some of the food was served cold. When I asked why the linens were wet, there was no explanation. At the end of the evening, my husband and I stayed after all the guests were gone in order to pack the remaining centerpieces, linens, candle cylinders which belonged to our daughter and take them with us. We were told to just leave everything, someone would pack all our belongings for us and to make sure to return first thing the next day to pick up our things. We left behind plastic storage boxes to make it more convenient. The next morning we returned to get our things and went home happy that everything had been packed for us. With so many out of town guests, it took us a couple of days before we could go through our things. Unfortunately, we discovered we were missing the remaining centerpieces (which were personalized and made especially for the wedding) and the candle cylinders (36 of them). When I contacted them to find out where they were, I was told they didn't have them. I texted the owner and she said they only had 30 of the 36 cylinders but no idea what had happened to the remaining centerpieces. When I returned to pick up the cylinders I was told there were only 20. I expressed my disappointment and was told someone would get in touch with me to explain what had happened. The wedding was on September 7, 2013. It is now a month later and I still have not heard from them nor received the refund they so generously offered. I highly recommend the Waterside for their food. I have had dinner, lunch and brunch there several times and have never been dissatisfied with their food. If you do go ahead and have your wedding there, I recommend not leaving your things behind and trusting they will put everything together for you, just in case they "can't find them" the next day.

cluding the slight rain shower) to the reception, everything was wonderful. I didn't have to worry about a thing and the staff made sure of it. There was not one moment where I felt like I was being bothered by the staff over details during the night. They had taken care of everything. The whole night was magical. The food was DELICIOUS as well! Our guests are still talking about what a great time they had and how beautiful the venue is. The Waterside made my husband and I feel so special that night and we appreciate everything. If you are looking for a gorgeous venue with caring staff for your wedding, you should absolutely look to the Waterside. - Kathryn and Jesse

ew. The food was spectacular and the staff topnotch!

had a cocktail reception which was great. My guests were able to eat, drink, and dance when they wanted. It was one big amazing party. I had 20 to 30 messages the next day from guests that said this was the best wedding they ever attended.The food was outstanding and the views are amazing!!!! I would highly recommend the Waterside for a great wedding or party!!

edding day, as I knew the team was prepared. The day was absolutely seamless, down to every detail. The venue was gorgeous, the food was incredible. I have no negative feedback at all. I give a lot of credit to the Waterside team. It isn't easy to plan events like this and they make it look completely effortless. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone planning their wedding. You will NOT be dissappointed!

an event at a venue with breathtaking views and unparalleled service. If you are looking for a one of a kind venue for your special event, look no further and visit the Waterside!!!! George, Lisa & Alexis Emanuilidis

grapher and my dancer were my best wedding investments.

over. Without hesitation, we decided to book our wedding at the Waterside. The style was perfect for us, since we were hoping to find something more unique and different than those typically overdone cookie cutter banquet halls. I think it would be difficult to find a better view of Manhattan in what I considered a reasonable $ price range for the area. The space quite comfortably accommodated our 130 guest party, as well as a photo booth. The service provided by all of the staff was top notch and the food is exceptional. I was able to enjoy the entire reception without any stress, since every detail was seamlessly handled by our amazing Matre d Shantal :). We received so many compliments from our guests. I would highly recommend this venue if your looking to host a spectacular event!

ave asked for a better day from start to finish. From the service, to the food, to the location, everything turned out just the way we've imagined since the day we chose your venue. Our guests still continue to rave about their experience at our wedding, thanks to all of your hard work and dedication. I would highly recommend your establishment to anyone in need of an event venue. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! With gratitude, Candice & Dan Dubrowny

help as well making it a stress free day for them!!! Allen and myself could not be happier! I can literally sit down and thank each one of you for all the help because each one of the girls helped us sooo much. I will however just praise a little more (girls don’t take offense hahahaha) for Shantal because she had to deal with me thru the actual wedding day hahahaha…but she was on point and was always making sure we were okay.. During and After our Honeymoon people would call and send us emails letting us know how great the wedding was and the venue… We just received pictures from the photographer and were going to either stop by or send you pictures of the wedding showing the venue..(They came out spectacular)..Most likely next week we will pass by! Thank you all once again!! FYI-My parents were so thrilled by the place they wanted to know information about your NYE already..so if there is any information please let me know!  Michelle

mily after our wedding!

ate we booked our wedding until our wedding day, they provided us nothing but the best guidance and service. With each visit to the venue during the year of planning, we continued to be wow'd by the many renovations that enhanced the venue (marble floors, new rugs, flat screens, 1st floor bar, new windows, up-lighting to name just some of the phenomenal improvements they made). What truly left a mark on us was the service and grace as we had to reschedule our wedding. After facing the unthinkable - we rescheduled our wedding date originally set for Hurricane Irene - they were the most easy going and accommodating to help us find a new wedding date. Just two months after that hurricane, our wedding went off without a flaw on October 30, 2011 thanks to Waterside's staff, gorgeous venue, and lets not forget to mention beautiful backdrop of NYC!

all my needs both before and during the wedding. All questions and requests were immediately responded to by email or phone. She was also courteous to all the guests, and seemed like she sincerely cared about our special day. The food at this restaurant is delicious, and the open windows give the venue a beautiful atmosphere. Every guest said ours was the best wedding they ever attended!

aff was so helpful and generous throughout our planning and made our day so memorable and fun. The people at Waterside truly care and endeavor to make it a special day for everyone.

ng her valuable input. If you're looking for a venue that offers spectacular city views, exquisite food, a professional and flexible staff, and attractive pricing, then you'll be hard pressed to exceed the Waterside experience. We enthusiastically recommend the Waterside! -Yelena and Erik

e used the second floor for the cocktail hour and our guests were impressed instantly by the appearance and the views. Our reception was held in the third floor ballroom. We had purple uplighting which were absorbed perfectly into the white sheer drapes on the walls. We were very pleased with the decor. The entire experience was absolutely perfect and we could not ask for anything more. Frances was the first person we met with when we had our appointment and were looking at reception venues. She was very warm, welcoming and it was clear that she is very passionate about her restaurant which is part of what attracted us to the venue. Throughout the year I kept in contact with Shantal who was VERY responsive and helpful as well as Lesley. They answered all of our questions and were there every step of the way. Marie was our Maitre d' for the night and made sure we had whatever we needed before we could even think about it. The food was also outstanding! Thank you Fran and the Waterside fam for making our wedding day everything we had hoped it would be and more!

friends have declared it a "fairy tale wedding" and have been raving about the food and the beautiful views ever since. Waterside was so helpful and gracious throughout the entire planning process and went above and beyond to make our day extra special. They helped an out-of-state bride plan one of the most important days in her life with as little stress as possible. They exceeded our expectations and we are so thrilled that we chose to create some of the most special memories of our life at Waterside! We will definitely be back to reminisce for some anniversary dinners...

t was truly the best food we have ever had at a wedding. Desserts were excellent, but the chocolate fondue stole that show. We loved it.

ties there!