Visited for the first time for a private event. While their own website said it offered food, their…read moredefinition of food was "dips". And when I asked if they had a food menu I was rather bluntly told they were not a restaurant. But I could grab food from any of the places in the area and bring it in. And since I don't drink alcohol, my contribution to their till was two cans of coke. Plus my fee for the event. They have a room in the back overlooking the river. Ticket sales were limited to 50 so assume that's capacity. High power lines kind of disrupt the view, but welcome to Batavia. It is what it is. The rustic doors which separate that space, while attractive, were a bit ineffective at blocking out sound from a rather small group in the front bar.

I went to this winery with my book club. It was a cute location within Bataiva, IL. The winery is…read morein the little downtown area of Batavia. The location is facing the river. The place is large enough for small and large grouos. There's free pgroups. For this visit, we each tried the 4 wine samples. I was surprised that I was able to select a gluhwein as part of my selection - it was my favorite drink. Cute location and perfect for a hot summer or cold day.

Located in an historic building in Batavia,this is a non profit organization offering art and craft…read moreclasses. Went for the Winterfest Art Market and was impressed with how many local artists were selling their goods at great prices and one of a kind items. Will definitely go back.

Go for 2nd Friday! Beautiful space, fantastic art for sale and open artists' studios; cash bar and…read moremusic. Art classes available. All around enjoyable experience! Kid-friendly too

My siblings and I recently hosted our parents' 50th anniversary party at Enticing Cuisine. From the…read moremoment I first inquired, Jason was prompt, professional, and helpful with answering all questions and providing information. He willingly accommodated the needs of guests with dietary restrictions and provided children's meals for the little ones. The day of the event, we were able to arrive early to decorate. The space provided Bluetooth speakers, which worked perfectly for our playlist. Jason's team kept our event running smoothly and on time. Bar service was efficient, and the food arrived fresh and delicious. They cut and served our cake. We did not have to worry about a thing! Our guests-and the guests of honor-had nothing but wonderful things to say about the party! Everything went according to plan. I look forward to hosting parties here in the future!

We were here for a graduation party and it was the perfect event space! Food was amazing and the…read morestaff were attentive and professional. Highly recommend this hidden gem!

We hosted a baby shower at Chi-cuterie yesterday. I told Michelle upfront that we had some events…read morehappening in our life that would prevent me from doing much to prepare for the shower. Michelle said don't worry about a thing. Wow, she delivered! She provided flowers and tablescapes to go with my color scheme and party favors. Everything looked stunning! The staff was warm, welcoming and extremely kind and accommodating. Michelle and Robert go to every effort to make every guest feel special. The chicuterie was fresh, delicious and perfect. The venue is delightfully elegant. We were able to spill on to the adjacent garden to mingle. Highly, highly recommend having your private event at Chi-cuterie. We are grateful for this little gem in Geneva.

Warmest owners and they made us a custom charcuterie board based on what we bought. It was an…read moreabsolute pleasure and the atmosphere is amazing. If you Just want to chill with friends and enjoy a very cool atmosphere I highly recommend.

To begin the food was decent, and the restaurant was clean. The sausage pasta was on point and…read morequite delicious. The shaved beef was tough. Note: The service was something that left being desired. We ordered 3 mains: Sausage Pasta, Roasted Chicken, and shaved beef. Two sides of a simple green salad and pasta salad. In addition to rolls. They were going to serve this with water and coffee. To sit 40 people for two hours cost $1700. This was far too much food for 40 people. Though the single scoop of ice cream for a plate cleanser was appreciated. We asked for coffee as it wasn't ready at the time that people were arriving and it was provided. We asked for soda for some variety and they said that they could do so for an additional $2/head. We did so. Bad: When the meal was done we had over half of it left. When we went to see about taking the food with us they had thrown it away. The company said that it was a law that caterers couldn't give out the food. My aunt who ran a similar business in the state of Illinois said she would sign a waiver. The manager said it is against the FDA laws and refused to even just simply state it was the restaurants policy. When my aunt pushed on losing the second half of the food that was paid for they merely gave her three buffet tickets. For the lost of several hundred dollars of food they offset it by three $17.95 tickets. If you are socially conscious about food waste as our family is, only order two trays and a side for 40 people. It is better to leave hungry than to feel the food is simply thrown away. Ways to Improve: Being told this upfront at the time of hosting is important. It will make sure the right amount of food is ordered and dozens of people are not left wondering what happened with the leftovers. The place was clean and so I applaud that.

Best brunch I have had the pleasure of experiencing. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The…read morefood is delicious and served fresh. The staff is attentive and management is present and aware of customers needs. I am definitely making this place my preferred brunch spot from now on. Top notch, friendly and affordable. 10 stars!!!

One of my favorite local musicians now has a residency here sooo had to check this place out!…read moreNeedless to say, I was not alone - it was standing room only! The wonderful guys working the exchange setup a table for us, which is so sweet. Great service, will return just because of that! But alas I needed food - check! and a nice glass of champagne - check! Champagne is only by the bottle, but they have a great variety. The Prosecco by glass was good, but I wanted a little something more. The tequila and whiskey/bourbon selection is vast for a wine bar, I was wildly impressed considering I'm not actually a wine drinker. The flatbreads are huge and the charcuterie board was fantastic! Can't wait to come back

Had an event at the Wine Exchange recently and it well exceeded the expectations. From the planning…read morestages to the close everything was really spectacular. The food/drinks were AMAZING and staff exceptional too! The atmosphere is very cool, and guests were relaxed and enjoyed themselves. Thank you, Wine Exchange, for making our event turnkey and wonderful!

I am a former 20-year wedding professional, so I tend to be critical of places. But there was…read moreabsolutely NOTHING to be critical about this place. Clean, spacious, clean restroom facilities, gorgeous everywhere you went. I attended my friend's daughter's wedding over the weekend at Riverside Receptions. I found it to be unique and beautiful in the interior. The wall of windows was insane. The happy couple was married, and their guests watched while overlooking the Fox River. The reception/dinner moved to the upper floor and the room and food were excellent, as was the service. I have food allergies and they accommodated them beautifully. I had the chicken with I think some sort of broccoli on the inside and a cream sauce. The mashed redskin potatoes were insanely delicious. Truly a classy and memorable wedding for the couple, their families and the guests. This goes down as one of the nicest weddings I ever attended.

Riverside Receptions and Amy Hardersen we're absolutely fantastic to work with and Riverside is an…read moreincredible venue with beautiful views. Amy was so helpful and responsive to emails when asking questions and scheduling the food tastings and various meetings. The food here is so delicious and the wait staff is so professional and kind. I cannot thank Amy enough for her professionalism, responsiveness, kindness and positive attitude. Riverside made my reception everything I could have dreamed of. Now I just need my other friends to get married here so I can enjoy another evening there!! Thank you!

Such a wonderful addition to downtown Geneva! This is the perfect place to celebrate something…read morespecial or a classy girls day out. I went with a larger group of 8 people. I wasn't the person handling the reservation but it seemed to book up quickly so planning ahead is KEY! We were all seated at a large square table with a food platter for each side of the table. You get a 2 hour slot for your table which we found to be plenty of time. The wait staff does an excellent job keeping things flowing and explaining how everything works. They took our tea orders right away. I tried the winter cherry tea which was great. The sugar cookie was another big hit at the table. The food was also delicious. The portions are deceiving. It doesn't look like a lot of food but it was certainly filling. I ended up taking most of the desserts home.

Oak & Rose Tea Room is nestled in the beautifully charming downtown Geneva, offering a stunning…read moreview of the river. The space feels intimate and cozy, yet still exudes a touch of luxury. I made our reservation online through OpenTable for myself and my girlfriends, and we went on a Sunday. It was absolutely wonderful. The owner is one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet, and it's clear how passionate she is about what she does. The staff is just as kind and attentive, which really enhances the entire experience. I've visited once in the spring and now again in the fall, so I've had the pleasure of trying two different seasonal menus. We started, of course, with tea. I ordered the seasonal Maple French Toast Oolong, which was incredible. I'll be thinking about that tea for a long time. My friends ordered the Jasmine Green and the Chamomile, and both loved their choices. Our meal began with a rich tomato soup that paired perfectly with their take on a grilled cheese sandwich. The other sandwiches were just as delicious. The next tier featured scones and biscuits; the scone was my favorite item of the entire afternoon and the dessert selection was equally decadent. I truly believe this is the best place for high tea. I've visited a few tea rooms in Chicago that are far more expensive and nowhere near as thoughtful. While high tea is always a bit of a splurge, Oak & Rose delivers exceptional value; everything is fresh, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. I can't recommend this place enough. Whether you're planning a girls' outing, a bridal shower, or a baby shower, Oak & Rose Tea Room is the perfect spot to celebrate and unwind.

Visited Heritage Prairie Fame for the 15th Annual Artisan Food & Craft Fair. It was advertised to…read morehave over 40 vendors, but it actually seemed to be less and not sure I would promote it as a Food fair, since there were limited offerings. The farm produces organic produce , and an event venue. The grounds were nice on a lovely autumn day.

Heritage Farms is mainly used for open-air weddings and farm-to-table events…read more This review is based for their Artisan Craft and Food Fair. Held in November,this event is mainly a market selling locally handmade goods from art, jewelry,soaps and more This Fair was very small and not many food vendors or crafters at all. Not sure I would drive out to Elburn again for this event unless I happen to be in the area.