From friends, I'd heard about this venue in Elgin before but never had a chance to visit until I…read moreattended a wedding here recently. Now after attending, I can say that this spot really exceeded expectations. One of the best things about this spot was having a large variety of different areas for guests to spread out and socialize. This led to a much more relaxed atmosphere for talking than most weddings that I've attended (I'm not huge into dancing). Even throughout the afternoon and evening, it was very nice to be able to enjoy appetizers on the beautiful rooftop deck, enjoy music and dancing on the dance floor, while still being able to carry on a conversation in the large main dining room -- or head downstairs to lounge around to avoid the crowds and noise. As I attended for a family wedding, I was also able to utilize the generously sized suites that had more than enough room for everyone to bring items they needed and have space to get ready for the event. The Haight has done the look of a rustic venue better than most places that I've seen. One thing that I really appreciated is that the look is rustic, but the facilities themselves are in great shape and modern. There were also plenty of great photo spots all around the venue that were lit nicely and contributed to guests having plenty of photo opportunities that they could create on their own. For those who were looking to rest, I did enjoy having sofas and softer cushioned chairs available to relax in. Overall, excellent venue that I would love to attend another wedding in the future. A beautiful facility with friendly service and lots of space to move around make this a great gathering spot.

I don't know where to begin, but the main thing is: The Haight made my wedding magical and truly…read morelike a real fairytale! There truly is nowhere else that will give the same experience or the same level of service from Kari Haight or her assembled team of fairy god mothers. I'm tearing up thinking about it. From the start, Kari decorated the entrance lobby with photos of us and our families, and it was just such a thoughtful and special touch. The outdoor aisle and rooftop deck is unreal, and if you're getting married in fair weather it's SO pretty with the lights. The reception area- WOW. The vintage lights and hanging greens were gorgeous. They set up everything so perfectly that I felt like I was on a movie set. The dance zone is also a great spot by the bar and they keep the rooftop open so you can take breather and fresh air after dancing. I'm telling you, this place has everything you'd want for your wedding day! Finally-Kari has a great team, she and her staff and vendors not only give top of the line service and coordination, but they were so kind and took attention to every detail. So I'd definitely suggest going with her preferred vendors, they know what they're doing and then some. Also-I had a veil emergency and Kari raced to the rescue by providing me with one the day of! There's just nowhere or no one else that'll go above and beyond the same way.

Very nice party room just thought the location and entrance left a lot to be desired We drove…read morepast the place many times because it was hard to see . The need to spruce up the entrance to become more inviting

We just went for a sweet 16 and the place was really beautiful. I took a knife for my cousin to cut…read morelimes since they were struggling to get their hands on one and they made me take it back to my truck. I was mildly annoyed by the fact I had to walk back in heels but also appreciative because they cared for everyone's safety. Their place is kinda small but really cute and the bar being upstairs instead of the main area was nice.

This venue is truly a hidden gem. Beth goes out of her way to make sure that everything is perfect…read morefor you. Everything was so smooth and the packages are a great deal. I had no worries and no complaints through this whole process!! There are also so many different options you can do to personalize to you. Loved every second.

This venue is beautiful and in a great location for events. I bought the all inclusive luxury mini…read morewedding package. I was very happy with the package. However, I was disappointed with the way the day went. With 8 hours of access we planned for an hour of clean up at the end with all guests out. The owner had my guests cleaning up the venue starting at 7:30 even though we didn't need to be out until 10:30. I understand asking guests to clean plates but my photos from the end of the night didn't have any of the decor because it was put away before my wedding was over. Truthfully it made me feel rushed to end my wedding which was very disappointing. The bartending service we hired also complained about being rushed and having their services disrupted by the owner. Again, a gorgeous venue but maybe not the place if you want a traditional wedding reception.

Absolutely one of the most pleasant vendor experience of our special day! Must not miss out!…read moreElements Preserved was my discovery during my Bridal Shower, for a peacock chair, and then revisited for my sister in law's Baby shower. Element's pieces made a statement, that had our whole family and friends in awe. I knew we had to have Elements Preserved pieces for the Wedding day as well. It is absolutely worth the effort to go in person and see the warehouse in its entirety. Beth's eye for detail and creative mind really is present in the beautiful space. The moments in her warehouse alongside my-then Fiance brought the most excitement and warmth when choosing which items to rent. Truly fine-tuning our aesthetic,our personality, our love story and finding items that reflected who we are. Throughout our wedding we had moments with each other where we could look over and see those pieces scattered through our cocktail hour and reception that made the biggest impact. I could not have imagined our wedding day without those gems form Elements Preserved. Thank you Beth for your guidance and passion. It would not have had that loving essence anchoring us. We thank you for your part in our journey!

The most beautiful furniture and other rentals for your event! Seriously!! And at amazing prices!!…read morePlus Beth is a delight to work with and offered fantastic advice (without being pushy or taking over my vision). She was so crucial in helping build the look of my event. I love, love, loved the two lounges they helped me create and all the little pieces that helped fill out the rest of the event. So happy my photographer, Anamaria Vieriu, helped me find Beth!!! Thank you, Beth!!

This place is like going back into time. The time where people loved to dance dine and enjoy the…read moregood times. The turners have been around for many many years and the food has always been very good. The Club is well known in the area for doing great things for special causes. They are one of the last clubs, unfortunately in the area that was originally formed to help their fellow men and women and enjoy a space where people could relax and talk about their day. A place for people could gather and share stories and good times and figure out what the community needed. It was a place for camaraderie. It's where people open the door for you and are generally concerned about your well-being and making sure you enjoy your stay. There are no cell phones here. People don't use them. They specialize in conversations and fish fries and our fish was excellent. They have haddock walleye and whole catfish. Their Turner potatoes are excellent. It's an old building in need of some remodeling and reviving but it's spotless and the real jewel here is the people that work there and the passion that they have for producing a great product. They have the usual casino games on the first floor and a cocktail bar.The main dining is on the next floor up with an old-time bar and great conversation. If you're looking for a memorable experience for Friday fish fry, or to get the information on the area ,give it a try. they will appreciate it very much.

Every year in the run-up to Easter, the local Turners chapter puts on a weekly fish fry.  What are…read moreTurners?  Members of a German fraternal club that promoted German culture, physical culture, liberal politics, and supported the Union war effort during the American Civil War. Today they seem to be more social and civic-oriented. The chapter near me is in Elgin, IL, a distant western burb of Chicago, just south of Interstate 90, and their Friday night fare offers a choice of Haddock, Catfish, Walleye, Shrimp, or a Grilled Chicken Breast, including sides of slaw, baked potato, fries, rings, or seasoned baby reds. Rolls and butter are also provided as well as generous amounts of tartar sauce, lemon and butter. All entrees are priced between $11-$13, and service is from 5-8PM Fridays at the hall, which is located at 112 Villa Street in Elgin. Parking is in the rear of the building, service is on the second floor. There is a full bar, and their hours are longer than just the dinner service. We opted for the catfish, as it was a whole fish, bone-in, lightly battered, and it's been difficult for us to find bone-in cat lately, most everyone serves filets. American habits, I guess.  Also had the walleye, and exceptionally large filet, nicely breaded, and went with the onion rings for a side, large whites with a tasty thick beer batter. Both fish selections were prepared perfectly. Crispy coatings, flaky, moist flesh. The slaw was creamy but with a little bit of kick to it. Service was fast with an affable professional waitperson who came around just often enough to make sure our drinks were kept full. I had been once before. 2016 apparently, and I wrote about it on this site. At that time, the service was on the lower level, but it's moved upstairs which is roomier and lighter. I'll go several more times before Easter, I guarantee it. While I haven't checked their calendar recently, they also used to serve special dinners on National and German holidays.

Checked out this food hall in Elgin. Dream Hall At 51 is a pretty cool concept and a great place to…read moreget together. It has a few quite interesting vendors. A bad thing is some of these have unreliable hours. The prices are moderate to high mostly. Basic concept as far as food halls go. It's got a main seating area in the middle. This is surrounded by vendors. Currently there's a few to choose from. Pretty much the food is at a counter that has several vendors in one. This makes it kind of confusing to place an order. Around The Bowl is where we ordered from. This has Indian, Mediterranean, and Mexican options. Viator Coffee is probably the busiest place though. Has all kinds of hipster coffee. There's also a few pastries. Got to know a lot of turnover here so it's always a lot of new businesses opening in here. It's advised not to get too attached to anything inside. They're closed Sundays.

This is multiple food places operated out of one single kitchen with the same people making dishes…read morefor all the "restaurants." I've never been to a place which did this well. This is no exception. Seating inside is limited even on a non-descript Thursday afternoon. Not a great experience.

What an amazing place! The place was not only beautiful, but you couldn't get better owners. Kim…read moreand Deb were at my daughter Cali's baby shower the whole time and tended to our every need! I would definitely recommend this venue for any occasion! You wouldn't go wrong! 5-star venue!

I had my daughter's wedding shower on 3/29/25. It was AMAZING. Kim and her staff were perfect,…read morecouldn't have asked for a better experience! It was absolutely beautiful. Received many comments from my guests about how lovely everything was. If you are considering Magnolia, book it!

Hi, I turned 76 overnight last weekend and asked my sister if she would go play BINGO with me. She…read morekinda looked at my funny, but I think she thought about it for a minute and realized that Bingo is awesome and everyone should play at least once in a while. She got on her handy iPhone and found S. Elgin's Lions Club. Bingo on Saturday nights. 2 (6 board) cards for $11 with some bonus game options for a buck a piece. It was a blast. They have a full service bar, snacks, and food. They even have Pull Tabs!!! If you have been to Michigan (and I'm sure other states, too), you will know what I'm referring to. It's a great time for little moolah if you can control yourself and I cant wait to go back. But be careful....you should not yell "Bingo!" unless you are absolutely certain you have it.... ...I did this and it was incredibly embarrassing. :/ Also, they are very quiet here while the game is going. This is not a social event by any means.

My name is Jennifer S. and I love bingo…read more Don't ask me how it happened. I couldn't even begin to tell you when I first got the bug. It just sorta happened. I visit the South Elgin Lions Club from time to time with my sister. I toss on a babushka to keep my hairdo in place until my weekly trip to the parlor (just kidding, btw), grab some bottled water, snacks, my bingo dabbers and cash then I'm on my way. Doors open at like 5pm on Saturday - actually it might even be a little earlier, but the Lions have a Facebook page, so you may want to double check there. I've only been that early once and we got prime seating, but boy were the regulars mad at us. So I try to get in by 5:30 and get average seating upstairs. They have two bars - one upstairs and one downstairs. They have plenty of drink options and lots of sweet treats available for purchase. They sell some savory bites as well, but I haven't tried those. It's a lot of packaged bakery items to raise funds for the club which is fine by me. The mint chocolate pie last time was a nice choice. Anyhow, we usually pick our table. Lay claim to our seats and then go buy our bingo cards, raffles and computers. You can have a pretty fun evening on just a small amount of money. $20 could easily be sufficient, but I usually end up in the $40 range. It's still reasonable considering we are there until almost 10pm and don't go that often. They also have half price bingo once a month which is extra crowded, but totally worth it! The early bird starts at 6:45pm. Don't worry - a regular will explain it all to you. The first official game is at 7pm. This is officially not the time to chat. You don't want to miss a number on one of your boards or you could risk throwing the whole thing out the window. Also, please don't call, text or Facebook me when I'm at bingo. Service can be spotty and I need to focus. Don't forget, I'm trying to win big money here. It can be a lot of fun especially if you win. Grab your lady friends (or a strapping young lad) and head over for the evening. Maybe I'll see you there!

I cannot gush enough about Hoosier Grove in Streamwood enough! We had our daughter's football…read morethemed bridal shower there a couple of weeks ago and they were beyond amazing! Not only were they accommodating, but went above and beyond to make the day go perfectly! Their hospitality exceeded any expectations and their staff was so friendly and attentive. Vicki was literally the best to work with. We will definitely be using their venue again!

I have been to Hoosier Grove Barn for banquets and parties, and it is a beautiful venue…read more Recently, I was at the annual Barn & Brew fest, and it was such a perfect place for an outdoor event. The fire pit was nice and inviting. The liive music was soothing, and the staff and volunteers worked hard to ensure a successful event. There were many brews, seltzers, and wines to try. My Cocina food truck was a highlight! The grounds here are well cared fore and it was convenient to have benches and tables to sit at.