Had our daughter's wedding here on September 18, 2026, & people have not stopped raving about it…read more We were extremely happy with the facilities, food, drinks, and desserts, and the whole experience. We were completely satisfied working with Al De Rienzo. He is very knowledgeable, accommodating, calm, professional and provided an EXCELLENT level of service. If you are considering having an event here, you won't be disappointed, and we highly recommend asking to work with Al D!

I don't have enough space to write my experience about Al De Rienzo. Al went above and beyond to…read moremeet our dream wedding. We got married and held our reception at The Gran Centurions. All of our guests and I was so happy. The food was delicious, drinks were great and even the cookies were amazing. Al made sure we were satisfied and I couldn't thank him enough. If I had to do it over again, I would choose this venue and Al De to assist me. It's 10/10 for is!

Extraordinary!!! The James Ward Mansion has CLASS!!…read moreWhen your at the James Ward Mansion you are the STAR! One event at a time. It's all about YOU! Your friends and family will never forget this experience with you!! Truly unreal!

Beautiful Venue, Disappointing Experience While the James…read moreWard Mansion is undeniably a unique and beautiful venue, our overall experience was unfortunately disappointing. Leading up to our wedding, the owners were uncooperative and made the planning process more stressful than it needed to be. Since the venue claims that my concerns are unfounded and an anomaly of their 5-star reviews, here are the specific examples of our less-than-favorable experience: The week before our wedding, during our pre-event walkthrough, we discovered that the owners had made several cosmetic changes to the venue that were not communicated to us in advance. While we were notified of larger renovation changes, some major cosmetic changes were neglected--such as white-washing the exposed brick in the atrium area. This change, while likely done to expand the appeal of the venue, should have been communicated to a bride ahead of time and not discovered a week before the wedding. This lack of transparency was unsettling and frustrating. Adding to this frustration, the day before our wedding, the venue allowed us an hour to set up our chuppa for the ceremony. While my husband and his brothers were there, the owners stood with their arms crossed, watching them put together the chuppa, claiming my husband was damaging the floor (which was not true), asking for ID and proof of insurance, and generally exhibiting intimidating tactics. This added unnecessary tension during an already stressful time. The owners admittedly thought my husband was a vendor, but this does NOT justify nor dismiss their behavior and attempts to intimidate him. This behavior was unprofessional and left a negative impression on us and our families. During setup on the day of our wedding, our florist was placing flowers on the fountain in the atrium. My planner was called by the venue's coordinator and questioned about the flowers. However, at our pre-event walkthrough the week before, the venue had a representative present who knew that we planned to have flowers on the fountain and never mentioned that it wasn't a possibility. Lastly, the morning of the wedding, I paid extra to arrive early to use the bridal suite to get ready. The owners reside in the building next door and there is a hidden door between the two buildings. This access point leads to a catwalk directly outside the bridal suite. As we arrived and were getting ready with hair, makeup, and dressing, the owner came from his next-door residence right onto that catwalk outside the bridal suite. The owners were well aware that we rented the space that morning and should not have accessed the venue while my bridal party and I were in the bridal suite. After how they treated my husband the day before, it is easy to interpret this surprise visit as more intimidation by the owners. Most disappointing was the venue's response after the wedding. I asked my planner to arrange a time for me to directly discuss some of these issues. My planner was told that they refuse to address my concerns and feedback, claiming instead that my issues lie at the feet of her, my planner, and our caterer, and that their plethora of 5-star reviews speak for themselves. I, too, reached out directly to discuss these issues with the venue's coordinator and was met with the same resistance; my text message was ignored. This unprofessionalism and disregard for our concerns were extremely disappointing and added to our overall negative experience. Here is my response to their claims: My specific concerns are with the management of the venue and their treatment of us and our vendors. No venue should rest on their laurels of 5-star reviews and ignore a less-than-favorable experience by a customer.

We had our engagement party at Mirage and they did exceptionally well. Shekar is an excellent…read moremanager who takes care of all the details, helps you design the perfect menu for your event, and makes sure everything goes according to plan on the day of your event. We had looked at a number of indian catering venues in the tri-state area. If you're looking around, you may notice their prices are slightly higher but trust me when I tell you it's surely well worth it. The food. Was. Excellent. Having been to what feels like a million indian weddings/engagements I can say their service and food is exceptional. One of my friends said "Man, I never get seconds at these things, the food was great!" If your parents and in laws are worried about what venue you pick, go with Mirage. Every uncle and Aunty will go home happy. The live stations for appetizers were well staffed and kept everyone's plates full. The bartenders worked extra hard for our crowd and the waitstaff was on point, providing baskets of fresh naan for every table. Shekar also has a number of vendors to recommend for stage decor which was helpful to us. Bottom line, they're doing something right and your event is in good hands.

Last Saturday, we had the pleasure of attending a Sweet 16 party at this venue, and it left us with…read morea mix of impressions, from the grandeur of the ballroom to some notable service quirks. The grand ballroom made an impressive first impression, with its tasteful lighting and well-decorated chairs and tables. However, it was noted that the absence of an elevated stage was a missed opportunity, even a modest one-foot platform could have enhanced the visual appeal of the hall. The culinary journey began with a delightful array of appetizers. The spinach fritters, accompanied by yogurt, chutney topping, and a spicy powder, stood out as a true culinary gem. The addition of this spice powder accentuated the flavors and made it a memorable dish. My personal favorite, Vada Pav, was also on the menu, and I couldn't resist enhancing its taste with a sprinkle of the spicy powder. The bar and appetizer service took place outside the hall, and here we encountered a few service hiccups. The bartender was notably absent, which led to a bit of confusion among the guests. However, a friendly waiter came to our rescue and promptly served our drinks when requested. The situation at the bar took an unexpected turn when another bartender, who seemed to be in a pleasant mood at first, began using profanity in a soft tone when asked why he wasn't present. His exact words "Get the fuck out of here" to his own co-worker - ten times in front of all the guests who are waiting in line at the Bar and in front of the guests who are getting their appetizers. This unexpected exchange, while bizarre, didn't overshadow the overall experience but left us a bit bewildered. Moving on to the main course, it was exactly as expected in a Mughal restaurant - rich and creamy, fulfilling the culinary desires of guests. The dessert spread was a highlight of the evening. The Moong Dal Halwa was a standout, leaving a lasting impression with its superb taste. The quality of the Kulfi was exceptional, rounding out the meal on a sweet note. The ambiance was elevated by a dance floor with flashing colorful lights, adding a lively touch to the event. The combination of good music, delectable food, and a pleasing atmosphere contributed to an enjoyable evening. In conclusion, the Sweet 16 party at this venue offered a blend of grandeur, delicious food, and vibrant ambiance. While the service quirks at the bar were unusual, they didn't overshadow the overall positive experience. The standout appetizers, rich main course, and delectable desserts ensured a satisfying culinary journey. The addition of the dance floor and good music added to the overall charm of the event, leaving us with fond memories of a night filled with good food and enjoyable moments.

We had our party there yesterday for our mom's 80th Birthday party and the service was outstanding…read moreand the food was delicious. Thank you for a great time. I want to thank Uzma and her staff well.. as they were all very professional and very accommodating to all requests.

Celebrated my dearest friend's 50th birthday!…read more Staff was attentive. Food was delicious. Festive! Great times!! Bathroom clean. Plenty of parking.

As usual , an Elk's lodge never disappoints. My first time there I was greeted by a friendly bar…read moretender and a couple of locals sitting at the bar. The food! Really good!!! I highly recommend becoming an Elks member. I've never been to a bad location.

Our first time there and we were pleasantly surprised by the ambiance, healthy tasty food and…read moreterrific service. Not your typical Elks Lodge and the history behind it is even more impressive. It is open to Elks Lodge members and catered affairs. I am very impressed!

We used their event space for a fun and casual gathering. Easy to decorate, clean, and owners had…read moreeverything we needed. We had our caterer come early for set up. Everyone commented on how nice the event space was

I highly recommend this shop that's right on Main Street in Somerville! Audrey is the sweetest…read moreowner and friend with very high quality, beautiful work. We used her for our restaurant table tops. Told her we needed about 22 tables, some that could fit 6 people, some for 2 people; and all white washed. She did NOT disappoint. Everything was done when we needed it. Lots of communication. It all came out beautifully. And now we are using her for our personal use for living room coffee tables and our future kitchen counter! Support a small business and family; and come here! It's like talking to a friend.

Loved the hall. Really huge and very spacious .. lots and lots of space for many people to sit /…read moreeat ... and there is a hugeeeeee stage where you can have bands / dancers etc. we loved the ambience .. Parking is bad . Not that much space . We had to park somewhere outside in the road . The area is carteret is kinda cramped . There are some shops nearby and few restaurants.. if not for parking and outside facilities , we had a good time ... thumbs up

This hall is huge. It easily held 250 Filipinos dancing the cupid shuffle, which translates to…read moreabout 180 full-sized Americans doing the hokey pokey. Just kidding. Anyway, the prettiest thing about it is the set of large chandeliers hanging over head. Because of the warm earthy tones of the hall, it can kind of feel like a moose lodge or something. I've never been in a moose lodge, but I do remember how Fred Flintstone and Barney used to go to one, and this hall looked like that. The bathrooms are clean and the kitchen area is very capable-- by that I mean, it held a lot of Filipino food without drama.

We booked Ace Ave Events for a graduation party and it was the perfect venue. It's a clean, blank…read morecanvas that can be turned into your dream venue. The owner Lisa was really great to work with and very accommodating. It's in a great location with plenty of parking.