We had an excellent experience having a baby shower at this venue. The staff was incredibly kind…read moreand professional throughout the whole experience! Jacob (Jake) answered all of our many questions with professionalism, speed, and understanding. They were able to even have some vegan options for catering for the party! They made the process of having the vegan options very easy and even had them labeled when the food was served. Beautiful venue and we had lots of comments on how pretty the venue was. Will for sure book future events here. A+ and 5 stars!

My daughter and I had the pleasure of sampling some of Chef Alan Clarke's amazing food. The…read moremajority was plant based and absolutely divine. His flair for elevating flavors and melding dishes is a unique experience in the Region. The artistry of presentation is unrivaled. The restoration of the bank is beautiful, inviting and blends into the neighborhood nicely. Customer service is outstanding. The Bankquet is the real deal!

Attended the first Thursday concert series in the park. The venue is great as everyone just brought…read moretheir own chairs or blankets. They had alcohol for sale inside the venue plus a food truck to get dinner. It was pretty crowded which was nice to see. They have bathrooms inside which is another plus. Definitely something that people should check out. They have a show every Thursday night this summer.

I always go here for the pathway and to ride my bike. The pathway is 2 miles long with a golf park,…read moreplay ground and mini water park for kids for the summer. There are a lot of shelters for parties, volleyball nets and good parking. It's good for pets as well. People come here all year long and it's fairly relaxing. There are a few entrances 1) near the golfing center and 2) roughly near the volleyball nets 3) one off the pathway that leads to a nearby neighborhood. There is also this random pathway that is also right off the pathway but I do not know where that leads to. Nonetheless, you can travel up there with the exception of motor vehicles. It's also surrounded by a nearby busy intersection which really doesn't interfere with anything. Just a surrounding area. Overall, I'd recommend this place to anyone who likes the outdoors.

Food is NOT good. The chicken was dry. We were all begging for water to wash it down. when i…read morementioned it they blocked me. The drinks are also priced really high.

Though quite a trek from Chicago's north 'burbs, it's worth battling the traffic. The modern and…read moreattractive Center for Visual and Performing Arts enjoys a bucolic setting in Bieker Woods Park. In addition to an intimate 410-seat thrust stage theater and an art gallery, this facility has a pair of elegant dining rooms for banquets and special events, and also a gift shop featuring handcrafted items. We were participants in a 'group package' which included a hot multi-course lunch followed by a matinee performance of "Ghost." The meal, consisting of lemon rice soup, a choice of Chicken Tetrazzini or Beef Stroganoff, and chocolate cake, exceeded our expectations. Though basic, this 'comfort food' was yummy, attractively plated, and served at just the right temperature. They were a bit parsimonious with the rolls and a basket of crackers (the latter was whisked away as soon as we finished the soup), but otherwise the portions were ample and the servers were genial and attentive. Afterwards, we had time to explore the gift shop and art gallery. The restrooms are immaculate. The theater has comfortable seating with generous legroom and excellent sightlines. Although the scenery and props for "Ghost" were minimal, the performance was so absorbing that we soon became too engrossed to notice the bare-bones setting. We also enjoyed chatting with General Manager Richard, who likes to mingle with the guests. If only the staffs at other fine arts venues were as personable and informative. All in all, it was a perfect day.

I had roasted turkey breast carbs, right in front of you, braised beef, barbecue ribs, sausage…read morelinks, bacon strips, scrambled eggs, cheesy potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, fish, cornbread casserole, cabbage and dumplings, coleslaw, cottage cheese, brownies, and cheesecake. They're having another event on Mother's Day, and I highly recommend it.

The food was mediocre at best They served a mystery white…read moresubstance- no one figured out what it was The wait staff was inattentive, bored, unresponsive and VERY eager to leave I was still eating when 2 people tried to take my plate away The bar staff was great- quickand friendly and knowledgeable I would never have amy event there

I have had dinner there a lot plus brunches, lunches and everything else they serve. It is for…read moremembers only but the food is much improved since I started going. The new chef is typically spot on with everything he makes. The club itself is very nice. Plenty of activities. Plenty of upgrades happening. I actually don't have anything to complain about at all. I am already looking forward to Easter brunch, the opening of the pool, as well as the new bocce ball courts. Great place to check out and maybe become members.

Golf course is great. Pool is very nice. However, my grandma lives in briar. She pays extra for…read morepeople to use the pool. I've been going there using her number to just lay out, relax, use the pool etc. nothing crazy. I go maybe the 4th time and staff kicks me out telling me that she has to be present with me if I'm going to use the pool. .... I'm 35 years old. To be kicked out of a pool because my grandma isn't with me is petty as hell and ridiculous. Anytime I've been there, there's maybe 10 people there anyways. I've bought food there before as well so they are turning down money for what? To keep the people of briar happy knowing I'm not there? lol. I get it's a club but Jesus Christ, lighten up and don't be so strict. I'm not bothering anyone by laying by the pool. Not happy.

My husband and I wanted to stop at Centennial Park to stretch our legs and take pictures while on…read morethe road. When we pulled into the parking lot to find that it cost $6.00 to park, we turned around and left. The price was too high for a 20 minute stop!

This is a nice park to have a wedding especially if you are on a budget. The ambiance is beautiful…read moreand tranquil. If you're not getting married it's a great place to take pictures.

Top notch See for yourself…read moreClean establishment, professional staff and safe. Aim to please

This is a great event space. The room is basically a blank slate for you to decorate and set up how…read moreyou want it. I love the fact that there is a stage, the entry to the venue is very nice, there is a small bar area that could probably use some updating to look more welcoming, and the bathrooms are nicely done and well kept. This is a perfect place to rent if you are looking to have a private party such as a birthday party, shower, Etc. There is no parking lot, so that is the only downside. But there are lots of spots to park on the Main and side streets.

I attended a wedding Saturday at The Allure and I wanted to comment that Paul and Ben from 219 put…read moreon a great performance. Ben was really nice and explained of all the services they provide so I made sure to take a business card. I'll definitely keep them on my list for my next event!

Paul exceeded expectations in every way imaginable. Meetings were flexible and very thorough. He…read morealways responded very promptly to any inquiries. Honestly, he helped keep me on track with all of the planning besides his own responsibilities. He made sure I had everything else lined up as well, which was really appreciated. Not only did he keep the music going all night but he also did tons of background work to make sure everything ran smoothly. He coordinated with the photographer and caterer to make the entire event run seamlessly. We had to swap out decorations in between the ceremony and receptions because it was held at the same venue and he even helped with that! I don't have a single bad thing to say about the service. He was worth every penny. All of his equipment is very high quality and most if it is wireless, which affords him a lot of flexibility to equipment location. He is very familiar with all of the equipment. Not once was there any feedback from any of the microphones or complaints about the sound being too soft or loud. The music always flowed well from one song into the next, which kept the dance floor full and active. That is not just my opinion. He was also complemented by several guests across all aspects of his work, lighting, music, coordination and general helpfulness. If I have missed something, it is safe to say that he also did that exceedingly well too. My only regret is not getting these reviews done sooner. He really does deserve it!

This review is for Meyers Castle event venue:…read more My mother, and now husband, hosted their wedding here the end of May. The ceremony was outside at the gazebo and the reception inside in the Oak Room. It does not even need much decor, the space itself is so pretty. We utilized the downstairs bridal suite. So beautiful. It was a small wedding, maybe 70 people or less. The staff did a wonderful job; they served appetizers and plated dinner. Very attentive to guest's. Excellent bartender. My mom utilized a partnered dj, limo driver service and shuttle service. Then, their event coordinator, Eva. The coordinator, Eva, deserves her own review- but if you are in need of a coordinator, she went above and beyond for my mother. She could not be happier with her service and compassion provided along the way and day-of event. Thank you, Meyer's Castle for an event we all will be talking about for years to come.

We could not have asked for a more perfect day at Meyer's Castle! The venue itself is…read morebreathtakingly stunning, and our wedding photos turned out incredible. There are so many unique, beautiful spots across the grounds for photos. The weather and vibrant flowers were flawless for our July wedding. The entire reception went seamlessly and flowed so wonderfully. The service was top-tier. Food arrived warm and delicious, and the bar kept drinks flowing quickly all night. The biggest blessing was our onsite coordinator, Eva. She made the entire day run like clockwork, ensuring every single detail was on time and executed exactly the way we wanted. She constantly checked in with us throughout the night to make sure we were taken care of and had everything we needed. It was truly a PERFECT day. I cannot recommend Meyer's Castle enough for your ceremony, reception, or both!

My visits at little Italy have always been a great one. The food is good and the service was…read morepleasant. The ambiance is calm and friendly. I love this about the restaurant. My recommendation is for the server to communicate when someone is an up charge. Outside of that I would recommend this restaurant.

I had eggplant Parmesan, my girlfriend had chicken Parmesan both were excellent…read more Rachel, our server was the Best server we have had in a long time. She made sure our dining experience was amazing.