SBR Event Catering is absolute perfection! We used them for our May 2026 wedding at Lincoln…read moreFarmstead, and they exceeded every expectation while remaining incredibly reasonable in price. I worked closely with Meghann Streicher to build our entire wedding day plan. She helped coordinate our timeline, cocktail hour, drinks, dinner, and dessert. Throughout months of planning, Meghann and her team were responsive, encouraging, and full of great ideas--without ever being pushy when we were indecisive. On the big day, our event director, Nate, was an absolute superstar. His calm presence instantly put us at ease. He is a true professional who kept everything running flawlessly. I loved that his staff quietly visited each table to dismiss guests for the buffet. This kept the atmosphere intimate and didn't interrupt the dinner music from our DJ (Windy City Sound). The food was spectacular--delicious, perfectly cooked, and served at the ideal temperature. Our guests raved about it! SBR was incredibly thoughtful with the details. They provided kids' meals with fruit cut into cute shapes, and they even reminded us to order vendor meals (which I had totally forgotten). One guest required a dairy-free meal and told us it was one of the best meals she had ever eaten, gushing over how attentive the staff was. As a full-service company, they truly handle everything. At the end of the night, they teamed up with the venue staff to box up leftovers, clear tables, and clean. I expected to help, but they had it completely covered and sent us on our way. Save yourself the stress and hire SBR!

I recently worked on a small film production and we shot a feature film in the Chicagoland area…read more Over the course of 5-6 weeks I worked with the team at Sweet Baby Ray's / True Cuisine to feed our crew of 50+ people twice daily. Simply put, Terrific Food & Wonderful Service! Our Cast & Crew really enjoyed the variety of meals ranging from Breakfast Burritos to Taco Tuesday, from BBQ Pull Pork to Pasta Nights, Mediterranean-theme to Chicago Italian Beef, etc. And that Brisket... so delish. Communication was crucial with our schedule updates / dietary notes; this catering team heard our changes and adjusted as necessary. They truly went the distance (far as Woodstock), delivered to our outdoor sets and arrived early to meet our meal times. To the team at Sweet Baby Ray's / True Cuisine Catering, we appreciate you taking care of our Cast & Crew! Shout out to your talent: Lauren, Rain, Jeff, Andrew, Alexis, Joanna, Sue, Jerry, Jacob... Many Thanks! - Ron

Excellent food very nice and accommodating Family have had many experiences with this placeread more

profesional people! for anything, good dealings with people to give a budget they know how to work!…read moredon't stop doing it with them! thank you so much

We were guests at an event here and in the past I have had reviews removed as I had not been the…read moreperson who actually booked. So, I hope this gets posted. Just for ease, the banquet hall is located on the east side of River Road. Very easy and close to I-294. Close to the airport if that helps. It was a luncheon served family style which I personally like as one is able to select their own food and as much or little as they want. They served a beef dish, chicken dish, and pierogi for main dish selections. Tasty, ample and no complaints. The hall was roomy and clean and the servers were very pleasant. I did not go up to the second floor but it looked like there were smaller event rooms up there. Plenty of on site parking and valet was not needed. I am not sure if that service is even offered.

Went for Mother's Day brunch today and it was a mess! No order at the front door to get in, the…read morefood was cold most of the time and the server was not attentive nor did she know how to add. She over charged me by $100, my sister by $131 and my brother by $142. We called her out on it and she proceeded to argue with us saying she was right. We had to do the math in front of her four different times because each time she would go back to change the bill it was wrong still. I was so fed up and couldn't find a manager. I asked for the tip to be removed or reduced because of it and I was told no. Then on top of it they charge you a 5% fee to use credit card. It's not posted anywhere not do they inform you when making a reservation. Over all it was a waste of time a horrible experience. Not sure if they thought we were stupid because we were the only other non Polish/ukraine family there but never ever again. PLEASE AVOID AT ALL COST.

WOW! The sheer number of guests that came up to us during/after our wedding to compliment the…read morefood!! Working with Ovy Catering team was a dream from start to finish. At the beginning of our planning process, we met with Ati to discuss our specific vision for food and planned a tasting to select our entrees/appetizers - this helped us feel confident in the quality of food and we also had an absolute blast at the tasting! Ati worked with us every step of the way to make sure that everything went off without a hitch, and kept us feeling comfortable throughout the entire process. And truly - whatever you think when you hear 'wedding food' - throw it out the window. This was restaurant quality, amazing food! I've been dreaming about the short rib for days!

Having to pick your first born wedding caterer requires multiple tasting to say the least. I was so…read moreimpressed by Ovy and Ate that after the first and only caterer we sampled I setled with them. Our curated menu was the best meal of my life, ever, period end of story and that includes the 1.5(1 take out during COVID) times I've been to Alinea. During the wedding the hors d'oervs never stop coming and the main course was served with out delay. We had a choice of family style or plated same price. I normally prefer family style since you get more food. But the plating was so beautiful we selected plated. Apologies no pics I had to work the tables during the wedding being father of the bride and all.

I attended an event here over six months ago, so this is a bit of a delayed review. The venue is…read morevery beautiful and suitable for all kinds of celebrations. Everything was nicely decorated, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. I can't comment on the planning or coordination since I only attended as a guest. As for the food, everything was excellent--I have no complaints.

Fabulous venue with great food , lovely atmosphere, and great workers. From Mimi to the wait staff…read more, they were very attentive and lots of appetizers were had. The egg rolls and bruschetta were very good. I'd skip the meatballs. They were blah . Don't hesitate to book here. I'll never forget it

As with most Wedding Planners and Event Managers - we are very focused on finding the ideal venue,…read morewhich will help us to deliver a beautiful and memorable event for our clients. Our first impression upon arriving at The Cotillion Banquets in Palatine, IL - for an upcoming wedding venue selection visit, was the grand and opulent exterior and ample parking lot. Our team from Luxe Décors and Events, LLC, was greeted by George, the director and information specialist on everything you hoped for, wanted and envisioned to happen, at The Cotillion Banquets in Palatine, IL. George is beyond warm, pleasant, professional, knowledgeable, charming, gracious, efficient, and oh so very skilled at listening to what you would like to accomplish for the event, that you have been hired to do. We hit it off with George IMMEDIATELY upon meeting him. He took us on a guided tour of The Cotillion Banquets, explaining to us in measured detail, what was at our disposal, to ensure that we would be able to do everything that we had planned, and be able to provide our clients - the wedding of their dreams, with regards to their décor and wedding theme. The staff at The Cotillion, under George's dedicated, experienced and genuine love and pride for what he has been doing for so many, many years - also reflects the outstanding service provided by everyone at The Cotillion Banquets. The kitchen staff, is beyond kind, truly professional and obviously loves what they do. The table settings were impeccable. The food - all freshly prepared by The Cotillion staff - is simply AMAZING !!! When we first arrived to meet with George and get to see what The Cotillion had to offer - we had already been informed about the superb level of service and the first class menu selections. The Cotillion DID NOT DISAPPOINT. We were also introduced to the owners of The Cotillion, who were also so genuinely kind and considerate, obviously wanting to also ensure, that we knew they were available, should we have any additional concerns. The Cotillion Banquets in Palatine will forever be Number One on our recommendation list for any and all events, which we are privileged to manage. We cannot say enough about ALL that George did to make this wedding event so beautiful, memorable, classy and successful. No matter how skilled, talented, or experienced an Event Planner is - without directors such as George at the venue site - who can offer their kindness, experience and support - an event will not be as successful and seamless as you may have envisioned. We at Luxe Décors and Events, LLC, are eternally grateful to you George, your staff and the owners - at The Cotillion Banquets in Palatine - for your genuine friendship, guidance and assistance, in helping to make the wedding event on November 22, 2024, the elegant success that it was. THANK YOU GEORGE, FOR MAKING OUR JOB SEAMLESSLY SUCCESSFUL!! Bravo to you George and a special toast as well to you and Everyone at The Cotillion Banquets.

Beautiful Banquet hall in Palatine ideally located just off the highway with plenty of parking and…read morean inviting entryway. The chandelier and lighting make the hall ideal for a wedding venue. Adding on the hall decorator with the smoky mist and abundance of flowers made the evening fairytale like.

We couldn't have been happier with our wedding catering from Violas Kitchen at the Arbory - From…read morethe very beginning, Viola worked with us to create a menu that fit our budget without sacrificing quality. The food was absolutely delicious, and our guests are still talking about it. One of my favorite touches was the individual mini charcuterie displays they placed on the tables. I'd never seen that done before, and it was such a beautiful, unique detail that everyone loved. The dessert table was absolutely stunning. I received so many compliments not only on how beautiful it looked but also on how incredible everything tasted. I gave Viola very little direction when it came to the décor, yet every detail--from the glassware and linens to the serving platters--was elegant and perfectly suited our wedding. The service throughout the day was exceptional. The team checked in on us regularly to make sure we had everything we needed, and the bartending service was fantastic as well. If you're looking for a caterer who delivers amazing food, beautiful presentation, outstanding service, and works with your budget, I can't recommend them enough. Thank you for helping make our wedding day so special!

Viola didn't just feed our wedding guests. She organized, decorated, coordinated with vendors,…read moresoothed nerves, and made magic wherever she stepped. Then she showed up months later with a framed canvas of our wedding day. Her food is incredible; her heart is even better. Oh, and the oscipek was to die for.

Nice place to attend an event. There's plenty of parking and the valet option and coat check room…read morenear the entrance are nice too. While I found the servers to be very polite and efficient in general, they sometimes were clearing during a presentation or speech and it was hard to see and hear. One server tried to take my husband's salad plate while he was still eating. The layout of the large banquet room is nice here and I like the spacious and clean ladies room. There are plenty of mirrors and the lounge area in the ladies room is nice. I would definitely consider this place if I were planning a large event.

I went here for a cotillion/graduation party. It was my first time going to this venue and I came…read moreaway very impressed! First of all, Medinah Banquets was a very classy looking place. I've been to several banquet halls in the suburbs and this has to be up there in terms of class and service. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The main hall was big, modern-looking, clean, and stylish. Even the outside of the venue had beautiful garden to sit down, have a drink, and a conversation. Great landscape in the summer. As a guest, the plate for the evening was already pre-determined by the hosts. That night we were served a broccoli soup, garden salad, and some bread, It's the usual you get but it was very good. The main dish was prime rib with horseradish sauce, buttery mashed potatoes, and some vegetables. I was very impressed with the cook and taste of the prime rib. Sometimes banquet halls serve a decent tasting, small cut of prime rib. But the prime rib here was cooked to perfection, well seasoned, soft as butter, and huge. However, the best surprise was the horseradish sauce. The sauce was not too over-powering yet it provided a cool compliment to the prime rib that made it the best tasting horseradish sauce I've ever had. Food overall was superb! In short, for an 18th birthday/graduation it was quite the elegant experience that must have been very special for the celebrant!