We had my grandmother's 75th birthday here yesterday. The decor was exactly what we asked for…read more(Emerald Green and Gold). The food was delicious and the servers were magnificent! I would recommend this banquet hall to anyone looking for a private and comfortable place to host an event... Thank you Charles & crew for making my grandmother's party a remarkable one!

Food is pleasant, plenty of parking, pretty bathrooms, lovely trees outside of the windows. Nice…read moredance floors!

This is a great place to have a party on Long Island. The previous reviewer that said not rent this…read morehall had a bad experience with people who know longer run the hall. They have a whole new team that books and works the parties. Linda was extremely helpful and made sure that we had everything we needed. The bartenders were so nice and professional and they put up with all our crazy requests . I asked that they use my crazy high tech margarita maker and they picked up on how to use it super quick. Everyone thought they did a great job. The hall was super clean and you can use indoor and outdoors as well for an additional fee. The inside hall is perfect for smaller parties and if you have larger parties you can do an indoor outdoor party like we did. The hall was just redone not that long ago and it's neutral so most decor will work. My nephew has an amazing graduation party thank you ladies for helping make it great we will be back

Had a 70th birthday surprise party here and it was perfect! We booked this location for the…read moreinside/outside combo and it did not disappoint. We paid to have use of the outdoor area/bar (TV included for Sunday Football!) and had a band play. The tents outside were big enough to hold guests under during a brief rain and the grass area was amazing for the kids to run around and play. Linda was very easy to communicate with and our guests are still talking about how great it was.

Food was good group thought is was delicious. Personally had the Tuna which was good nothing…read morespectacular. Others had lobster and steak both said their meals were delicious Service was on point, nice ambiance to the place very nice decor. Been to a few high end restaurants which have better service but all in all a nice experience. Would go back to try the steak

It was my first time here, celebrating our dear friend's baby. They couldn't have selected a better…read moreestablishment as everything ran very smoothly. The place was set up beautifully and the private room was cozy. They selected a set menu which comprised of a choice of appetizer, a salad, a main course along with desserts, wow! The Mediterranean salad that I had, tasted fresh and it was nicely presented. The slider appetizer was a bit dry for my taste. However the lobster cream pasta main dish more than made up for it. The tiramisu finale was very nice. So all in all I think that the execution of the meal combined with an attentive and friendly staff makes it a success. I would definitely return here when visiting Garden City!

Been here a couple of times for fraternal organization meetings…read more Cold beer. Clean bathrooms. Table clothes on the tables. No complaints.

I've come here a few times now for a variety of events on diff weekend nights…read more Never do I choose or has anyone Ive known chose the downstairs area for an event. It's dark and dingy but is accompanied with a full size bar and table seating. The upstairs room is spacious with a full bar and nicely maintained bathrooms. They provide both tables and chairs. The lighting and placement of tables/ DJ set ups can be worked with easily. The food is catered Italian. VERY good. Decent menu selection for the cost. Basic price per person includes wine/beer and soft drinks. The guy (can't remember his name/I think Tom?) that you arrange details and bookings with, is easy to get in touch with and explains well what the place and prices offer. HOWEVER only ONE of the 4 plus workers that work the bar and clean up- is very nice and social. The rest are quiet and don't want to be "bothered" is the vibe they give off. The bartender for my moms birthday was the worsttt with his attitude! I paid for half the party and even I felt uncomfortable asking for another soda! Everyone I came into conversation with had noticed and had something to say about him. It wasn't at all enjoyable having his service. I wish I got his name and the name of the one guy that was very pleasant. *Overall, for the price and food- I would book another event here.*

"I feel the need, the need for speed."…read more Our family including the littles always enjoyed the annual Memorial Day Airshow featuring the Blue Angels at Jones Beach. Given the Cradle of Aviation Museum's proximity, I was surprised that none of my family's grown-ups had ever visited. Located in Garden City, the lesson here at this museum is that Long Island's aviation history is deep. Who knew that the majority of inventors and explorers of aviation began right here on the Island? If you're curious about this stuff, look it up, it's quite interesting. This museum is much larger than I thought, and houses original aircraft pieces as well as large replicas. There's also a ton of hands-on features and cockpits to sit in with instruments, knobs and buttons to fiddle with. We also attended one of the Planetarium's five hour-long shows in its giant, domed screen. Once the show started it garnered a few 'oohs' and 'ahhs' from the kids. It was quite tickling to hear their curiosities piqued. :-) A special note of thanks goes to all the docents, ready and eager to answer all our questions. And kudos to them for being exceptionally kind and patient with the littles. TIP: Free parking on premises

If you're looking for something to do with kids this place will definitely keep them…read moreOccupied. Plenty of stuff to look at and learn about. When we first got there we went up stairs and downstairs and too a room where there was a few planes and one you could go up into the cockpit. Then we went upstairs to some other small models and the history of Pan Am. We thought that was it but we realized we started the museum backwards and ended up into a room full of all sorts of aircraft's from military, to USPS, commercial jets and more. Then there was another area dedicated to Outer space and there was even some arcade machines scattered throughout the museum that had to do with aircraft. Probably spent an hour and a half there. Easily could have spent a whole day there if you watch some movies they have and read all the plaques etc. for each thing. We ended up getting free passes from the library which was definitely a plus but if you're looking for something to do and keep kids occupied for a while this is definitely a place to go. They also have a cafeteria there as well. We did not eat there so can't speak on the food but it looked fairly big and everything was very clean.

DO NOT BOOK YOUR EVENT AT THIS PLACE! The manger Lee is a disgusting individual whose constantly…read moredistracted on the phone when you speak to him and he extremely RUDE! I was planning on doing my baby shower here and my party planner simply asked a few hours earlier to prepare for the event and when I asked him this question he says "No! That's the rules and you can check out other places"! First off who says that to a customer? Secondly how unprofessional to speak to someone in this manner! Save your money folks and take his advice! BOOK YOUR EVENT SOME PLACE ELSE DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME! WARNING DONT WALK RUN FROM THIS PLACE!

Attended a baby shower at this hall, it was beautiful, staff nice and friendly and looks perfect…read morefor a wedding reception .

Amazing! They were on point and amazing customer service very prompt and efficient. Made me feel…read morelike I was their only client

We had our daughter's Bat Mitzvah at Steel Event Space this past weekend and our family and friends…read morecan not stop talking about it. When you are having these types of events the only people remember are the entertainment and the food. Steel did not disappoint. The food was phenomenal and MC Ricky was absolutely incredible. Just book MC Ricky don't think about it just do it. Every person was on the dance floor. The vibe in the room was so much fun! The decorations and decor were perfect. Richie was a pleasure to do business with and his staff was more then accommodating and went out of their way to make sure our guest with food allergies were taken care of. We also wound up having to have our service there prior to the party and he was able to turn our idea into reality making the space feel more appropriate for that part of the event. Which turned into a blessing in disguise as the party was on the minute the service concluded. The stress free transition made everyone truly enjoy the party. The added bonus of the all inclusive (except the swag) meant the overall cost was less and zero headaches as there were no vendors to have coordinate with. Forget about the traditional sit down catering halls. With the cocktail style dinner service the party never had to stop so you could eat. Out party could not have gone any smoother and most important everyone had a great time.

8/29/26 After not visiting City Cellar for about four years, I was excited to come back and see if…read moreit was still as good as I remembered. Let me start with the truffle pizza -- AMAZING! When I tell you it tastes exactly the same as I remembered, I mean it. Same flavor, same deliciousness, and definitely still one of my favorites. Four years later and they did not miss a beat with that pizza! The octopus, on the other hand, was different from what I remembered. This time it was cut up and served more like a ceviche or cold salad. It wasn't bad, but I personally preferred the way it was prepared before. I have to give a special shout-out to our bartender/server. She was absolutely amazing, attentive, understanding, and provided excellent customer service. I also stopped the manager, Eric, and asked him about the change to the octopus. He explained that City Cellar has a seasonal menu and that they actually listen to customer feedback and suggestions when considering different menu options. I thought that was super cool! I really appreciated Eric taking the time to explain the process instead of just giving me a quick answer. He was very sweet, personable, and made me feel like my feedback mattered. Overall, I had an amazing experience coming back after four years. Great customer service, a manager who genuinely listens to his guests, and that truffle pizza is STILL delicious! Mixed Bag This Verdict: The octopus may have changed, but that truffle pizza is still doing exactly what it's supposed to do! Definitely worth coming back for.

Came here for a after work get together. It was happy hour and the prices for what they offered…read morewere very reasonable. We also ordered some pizzas and all very good! Stayed for a little while and have a good time. Staff are exceptional, on top of their game. Also have been here before for several times and always a good experience. They have been in business for a very long time so they are doing something right. Hope to return soon!

It is a long review, but if you are planning an event, I urge you to read this until the end…read more Planning my son's Bar Mitzvah was a daunting task. The expense and amount that needed to be done was overwhelming and I needed to figure out a way to rein it in. Hiring a DJ for a Bar Mitzvah is a must, but it isn't as simple as that. The company is also responsible for providing the rest of the kids activities and, most importantly, keeping the party entertaining and flowing. Having recently moved to Connecticut and not put on an affair like this in over two decades since my wedding, I had no idea who to go to and how to keep in manageable. Also, living in CT and never having lived on Long Island, I obviously had no awareness of Great Neck Games. Randomly, an acquaintance at my Synagogue mentioned them in passing. It was honestly the greatest thing that happened to me in planning the event. Although, I am not saying it was cheap in any way, they worked with me on price and activities in order to keep the cost manageable. But, honestly, I still had no idea what to expect day of and how it would all actually take shape. The low hanging fruit was all done flawlessly. Everything that we ordered was delivered and the room looked beautiful. But, it was the little things and the people that made this event so much better than a run-of-the-mill Bar Mitzvah (see below for two of many amazing photos). Everyone was so happy and had such a great time and I credit DJ Keith Webb along with (I wish I knew their names) the MC and motivators. Keith was so much more than just a DJ. We had a separate room for the adults and he brought a speaker and playlist so they had music in that room. There was no charge for this as he just wanted to help make the event a success. He helped me negotiate the price on a couple of things we needed last minute to keep us within budget. He had a smile on his face the entire time that could fill the room. I am so grateful to him and wish I had the ability to hire him time and again. And, the MC...don't get me started on how great he was. I feel bad that I still don't know his name, but as you can imagine the day was a whirlwind and there was lots going on. He was simply special. He made every kid and adult feel like it was their day as well. But, he especially made my son feel like he should at a party of this magnitude. The motivators, two beautiful and talented women, were equally responsible for making both kids and adults feel engaged, happy and special. They were perfect. I am going to cut this here as it is crazy long, but I cannot thank Great Neck Games enough for what they did. I didn't want to put on such an expensive affair, but they did something I didn't think was possible - made me happy I did it. And, they truly deserve a large share of the credit.

I used Great Neck Games to rent a bounce house for an annual party. I had been a customer for more…read morethan 15 years. When I called this year, I was told that there was a 3 item minimum and a $350 delivery fee (which had not been charged in the past). When I indicated that I was a long standing customer, I was told, "Yes, but there has been a gap in your rentals for the passed 2 years". Duh. Never again. They do not care about their customers.