Waterside Restaurant and Catering
North Bergen, NJ 07047
(map) Phone: 201-861-7767
Reviews for Waterside Restaurant and Catering
GUEST




We would like to say thank you to Waterside -and the entire staff- for making our daughter' s event a memorable one. We celebrated our daughter's 16th birthday at Warterside and it was an amazing experience. From day one the sales rep Nicole held us by the hand throughout the process until the day of the event. She was extremely helpful and made us feel very confortable. She walked us through the event process very professionaly and was very flexible with us. It was our first -big- event other than your tipical birthday party and Nicole made it flow rather seemless for us. Thanks again to you Nicole and Waterside for such great service.
Vendor response to review
Thank you for this wonderful review. We are so happy both you and your daughter were happy with the Sweet 16, and found the planning process both comforting and stress free. From all of us here at Waterside, we wish your daughter a very happy Sweet16, and would love to see you and your family here again soon!
GUEST




Nicole helped us book & worked out price & details for us. She was so nice & polite & even took calls & emails on her days off! We met Frances at the tasting & she is a true professional! Treats her guests like gold & delivers everything she says she will. Just great to work with - really eases your mind when you're planning a wedding & have so much on your mind to know that Frances has all the venue details handled. She was with us for the rehearsal, ceremony, cocktail hour and got the reception started. She clearly cannot rest until she's certain that her guests have everything they need down to the last beautiful detail. Maria was our personal maitre 'd throughout the wedding night. She was sooo wonderful! She felt like a friend from the first moment I met her! She was never under foot but always right there when I needed ANYTHING big or small. She's really great! Very hardworking but so sweet about it. We loved every moment of our wedding & the venue choice was a huge part of that. I cannot tell you how many compliments my parents, husband & I got (and are still getting!) on the wedding!! People sent cards & phone calls raving it was the best they'd ever been to :) Waterside is gorgeous - very elegant & modern - & that view is indescribable - 2nd to none! And the food is amazing!! Delicious, sophisticated, beautiful & served with perfection from a very friendly, skilled wait/bar staff that goes above & beyond. All of our guests truly enjoyed every moment & we're so grateful for that. I highly recommend Waterside!! You will never regret having your event there! I feel it is a gorgeous perfect venue and then to have the delicious food and impeccable service and support - what more could you want?!! Thank you so much Nicole, Frances, Maria & everyone at Waterside. You made the planning experience so easy and the actual day so perfect! We will never forget it & we will definitely be back!
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Elizabeth,
We would first like to congratulate and Camel on your wedding. You both are truly wonderful people, and all of us here at Waterside have enjoyed planning and executing your wedding. We are beyond thrilled it was everything you wanted and more. Thank you for such kind words. We hope to see you soon in the near future! - The Waterside Team
GUEST




From the moment we visited Waterside and saw the amazing rooms and breath-taking views, we knew this was the place to celebrate the most important day of our lives. We committed to the Waterside not only because of the views, but the outstanding quality of service we received from the Waterside staff. Especially working with Lesley and Frances throughout our engagement has made our planning experience stress-free as they were very helpful in answering all our questions and fulfilling all our needs. They were so professional and welcoming the entire duration of our planning to the emails that were responded promptly and to making our special day smooth sailing.
On the day of our wedding, the staff executed our wedding day with perfection! We were blown away by how beautiful the ceremony and reception was elegantly set up. They went above and beyond our expectations! A special thanks to our Maitre D', Shantal, who was supportive and accommodating to our vendors. She brought us samples of food being served to ensure we were able to experience all of the delicious cocktail items that were offered to our guests.
An entire review could be devoted to the food that was served. The quality of the food is just as impressive as the quantity. Everyone loved our signature drinks (Jets Mania & Big Blue), the delicious Viennese desserts, the attentive service, and all of the little details. The staff was extremely courteous to all of my guests and we were very impressed on how accommodating and quickly they returned with our requests.
Our guests are still raving about our wedding-from the decor, to the food, to the staff as by far the BEST venue they had ever been to. Our entire engagement experience and wedding day was made PERFECT by Lesley, Frances and the rest of the Waterside team. Thank you so much for being a part of our wedding that was beyond anything we ever imagined!
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Vanessa and Harry
We cannot thank you enough for the beautiful review. From day one you were the nicest, most easy going and fun couple to work with. We are so glad we could make the wedding planning process easier for you, and less stressful! You and Harry are such an amazing couple! We are thrilled your wedding was all you could hope for. Please come visit us as soon as possible. We would love to see you -
GUEST




The waterside was fantastic! I got married the weekend after hurricane sandy. They were so amazing and reassuring that my day would be as perfect as I imagined and it was that and more! Everyone at the waterside is extremely helpful especially shantal and frances. If I had any questions they would respond immediately. My husband and I couldn't have been happier with everything the waterside provided! O
I'd recommend this venue if you want an amazing view of NYC, delicious food that people are still raving about and caring professional and knowledgeable staff members! Thank you waterside for giving my husband and I our dream wedding!!!!
Vendor response to review
Alison thank you so much for your wonderful review! We know you were nervous, as your wedding was the week of the Hurricane Sandy, but it turned out absolutely beautiful. And your and Thomas are an amazing couple We wish you and Thomas a lifetime of happiness, and thank you again for choosing Waterside to host your special day. Please come visit us soon!
GUEST




I can not thank you guys enough for all the help with everything..Beginning to end you guys were there! All our guests were amazed by the venue, the food, and the staff.. You guys aimed to please and it showed, my parents were so amazed by the help as well making it a stress free day for them!!! Allen and myself could not be happier! I can literally sit down and thank each one of you for all the help because each one of the girls helped us sooo much. I will however just praise a little more (girls don’t take offense hahahaha) for Shantal because she had to deal with me thru the actual wedding day hahahaha…but she was on point and was always making sure we were okay..
During and After our Honeymoon people would call and send us emails letting us know how great the wedding was and the venue…
We just received pictures from the photographer and were going to either stop by or send you pictures of the wedding showing the venue..(They came out spectacular)..Most likely next week we will pass by!
Thank you all once again!!
FYI-My parents were so thrilled by the place they wanted to know information about your NYE already..so if there is any information please let me know!
Vendor response to review
Michelle and Allan,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We love hearing that your family and friends are still raving about the wedding. You are a beautiful couple and your wedding was absolutely perfect. We are thrilled we could be a part of your special day !
GUEST




I recently had my wedding at the Waterside on October 12, 2012 and couldn't be happier with my choice of venue! Shantal and rest of the team at the Waterside did an amazing job, the food was beyond fantastic. Their attention to detail was top notch. All of our guests have been raving about it....the view of NYC, the food and outside ceremony site really made it a dream wedding that was elegant, classy and fun! I highly recommend this venue for your wedding, especially if your guest list is in the 90-150 ppl range. Great venue!
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Tricia,
Thank you so much for your very kind words. It was such a pleasure to host your wedding hear at Waterside. It was beautiful and a lot of fun, your band was amazing! We are thrilled your wedding day was everything you wanted it to be and more.
GUEST




The views of Manhattan from the Waterside are unbeatable! And so is the food! We received rave reviews on the cocktail hour! Frances and her team were very attentive and detailed in helping plan our wedding reception, and making it truly special.
Vendor response to review
Thank you for your lovely review of our view and our food. it was our pleasure to host your special day here at our venue.
GUEST




As the father or the bride in the KUSHNER_LAROCCA wedding I dont normally do after the fact surveys or reviews....However my wife asked me to follow up on her review and add some comments of my own....First, she told me that she intended to give all 5's but something went wrong when she did the revieww...OK, all fives...My thoughts are these...If you are looking for a cite with super ambience,its on the Hudson River people....With out of the ordinary wedding food...ie. They offer suckling WHOLE pig, LOL, with a GREAT STAFF then maybe should should give this place a shot.....
If your NOT inclined to the above , go someplace else and have a BLAH affair!!!
Vendor response to review
Kevan,
We usually do not get reviews from the parents of the brides themselves, however we appreciate all your wonderful words, and kind thoughts, it was such a pleasure to host your daughter's wedding here at Waterside. We are very happy your family is thrilled with the wedding. Thank you so much
GUEST




Dear Shantal, Fran, Bob, Leslie, Gus and the rest of the Waterside Family,
I am so happy that we went with Waterside Restraunt for our wedding day. Everything from the food, service to the view was absoluely perfect. Everyone involved was an absolute pleasure to work with and the food was absolutely delicious! The view alone spoke for itself. Today is 1 month since we have gotten married and people are still raving about everything. Thank you so much for making the day so perfect for us and Yes i would recommend this place to anybody for any occasion!
XOXOXO
Lauren & Joe
Vendor response to review
Lauren and Joe.
Thank you from all of us here at Waterside for this beautiful review of our venue. You and Joe are such an amazing couple, and we couldn't be happier for the two of you. Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your special day
GUEST




Our children just got married at the Waterside on 9/9/12. I do have to say at first I was a bit skeptical but the affair surpassed my wildest expectations.
We first signed with Bob whom was very accomodating and a gentlemen. We finalized with Fran, whom really knows her stuff and knows the catering business.
Our matre'd was Shantel whom was the best to work with and easy to get along, starting from two weeks before to the night of. Shantel and Fran were there to see the affair went off without a glich and it certainly did. From figther jets flying over us at the ceremony to fireworks from Hoboken, we couldn't have even planned this to happen!!!!
Our guests through the whole affair kept coming over to us and the bride and groom saying this was one of the best weddings they had ever been to.
Thank you again to Bob, Fran, Shantel and even Guss!!! for making us so proud and happy on our children's special day. We would recommend you highly to anyone we know!!!
From, the Kushner and LaRocca families
Vendor response to review
Shelia,
Thank you so much for the review of your children's wedding. It is much appreciated that as the parent you were thrilled with the wedding. We wish you and your families the best, and hope to see you all soon!
GUEST




I do not even know where to start! Frances, George and Shantal really made my wedding day the best day of my entire life (I mean it). They took care of absolutely everything. My vision was executed to perfection. The entire wedding process was a piece of cake with them. There was never any doubt in my mind that they would provide me with nothing but the best. They were even flexible enough to let my cocktail hour run an extra 30 minutes while I was stuck in traffic on my way there!! And not once did they ask for an extra cent beyond our contract.
Brides to be, this is the place to have your wedding not only because of the staff and service but also because our guests raved about how amazing the views were. One of our guests said they had never seen views of NYC like the ones they saw at our wedding. We were also lucky enough to have fireworks at our wedding which was an added surprise that literally made me cry.
Can't say enough good things about my experience there, a family run business with true dedication to what they do. So glad we choose this venue.
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much for the beautiful review and your kind words.
GUEST




The Waterside was the perfect venue for our reception. My husband and I only looked at two venues with the Waterside being the first. After visiting the second venue, we knew right away that nothing else would compare to the Waterside. Not only does the Waterside offer you an amazing backdrop, but the rooms themselves are beautiful. The room on the third floor comes complete with built-in Flat Screen TVs and LED lighting, all things that would normally cost extra. In addition to the venue being wonderful, the food was incredible as well. All throughout the evening and into the next day, our guests continued to let us how much they enjoyed the wedding. Futhermore, what really made the day perfect was the entire team at Waterside. From day one they were extremely responsive any time I sent them an email. They made me feel like everything would be perfect and it was! Thank you for making our day beautiful and a for the great party!
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much for all your kind words. We are truly blessed to have brides such as yourself. We, here at Waterside are beyond thrilled you wedding was all you hoped for and more!
GUEST




My husband, Dean, and I celebrated our wedding at Waterside on August 4, 2012. It was only a year ago that we walked into Waterside and realized that it was where we wanted to share our love and happiness with our friends and family. Meeting Fran and her family, along with Bob, was a monumental moment for us. From that day on, every detail for our wedding was handled in such a professional and personal way. The food, décor, ambiance, and service were all more than what we could have ever expected. Even during the busiest of times, every person at Waterside made us feel as though we were family to them . They are truly passionate about what they do and made every moment leading up to our wedding along with the reception a cherished one. Our friends and family continue to remind us that they cannot stop talking about the memories of our wedding. Even 4 months after, we continue to visit Waterside for dinners and family celebrations; it is truly a remarkable venue and the people there continue to make us feel special with every visit. Thank you for everything!! –Dean and Elizabeth
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Elizabeth and Dean
Thank you so much for writing this wonderful review. Your wedding was absolutely lovely, and you were such an amazing couple to work with. We still use your pictures on our website. We couldn't be happier for you and wish you a lifetime of happiness
GUEST




Waterside was an AMAZINGG venue to have my wedding at. The food, service and the planning provided by Frances and her team was superb. Every single detail was taken care of, and on the day of the wedding Maria was at my side the whole time, Frances was there checking everything and we felt extremely comfortable and I would not change a single thing. I will add the food is also delish and we recieved many many compliments from our guests about Waterside, the food and of course the impeccable service.
I would recommend Waterside to anyone for any occassion from a wedding to even a bridal shower, it is amazing!
Vendor response to review
Kristeen ,
Your wedding was absolutely beautiful. You , your husband and your family were all such a pleasure to work with. You are such a beautiful couple, and we wish you a life time of happiness. Thank you again for sending over such beautiful pictures from your wedding. We love to use them on our website. We would love to see you soon!
GUEST




We just had our wedding reception at the Waterside this June and it was amazing! Planning a wedding, especially in 3 months as we did, can be overwhelming. Fran, the owner, gave us complete peace of mind from the moment we met to the final moment of our event. With her level of expertise, professionalism, service and kindness, we knew we were in good hands at all times. The team we worked with (Lesley, Shantal, Stephanie) were also very accommodating and responsive, ensuring that we had a perfect event with all of our personal details and touches executed flawlessly. Even our most finicky guests said it was "the best wedding" they've been to! The venue itself is modern yet elegant with beautiful NYC views. The floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the river and the lovely cocktail hour presentation was truly impressive. The food was not only plentiful; it was excellent and well-received by all. The seafood display and roast pig were incredible and appreciated by our guests, who could not seem to get enough. Everyone left pleased, which made our day even happier. Overall it was truly a wonderful experience -- we could not have wished for anything more. Thank you to Fran, Gus, Dina and the entire staff at Waterside for making our day so memorable and hassle-free and for continually striving to stay on top of their game! We would definitely recommend the Waterside without reservation!
Vendor response to review
Evy,
Thank you so much for the amazing review. We know your wedding was planned quickly, but it was absolutely stunning, and your were so kind and pleasant to work with. We are glad it was everything that you hoped for! We would love to see you and peter soon!
GUEST




Shantal, Leslie, Frances and the entire Waterside team made our wedding absolutely beautiful. They were all so incredibly responsive, wonderful to work with, and answered our questions quickly. Our guests raved about the beauty of the venue and the wonderful food for days. We couldn't have asked for a better reception and ceremony site - the day of the wedding was so perfectly planned by the Waterside staff that we got to enjoy every minute of it. Anyone looking for a wedding with elegance should visit Waterside!
Vendor response to review
Thank you Paola. You were such a great bride to work with. We are all so happy that your day turned out great. We wish you both the very best. Don't forget to come visit =)
GUEST




We were nothing but pleased with Waterside and the super friendly team that works there. From start to finish we could not have asked for a better experience. Our wedding was perfect. Frances, one of the owners, took the time to make us feel like we were their most important customers. She's very warm and made us feel extremely welcome and comfortable each time we stopped in for meetings. Shantal, our wedding coordinator, made sure that our event went off without a hitch. She's the sweetest. She made sure that all of our requests were met and had everything organized for us. The space, with the view of NYC, is incredible and the food matched that amazing view. All of our guests have not stopped talking about how amazing the wedding was and how much they loved Waterside. You get a lot for your $. We are so happy we picked Waterside.
Javier and Craig
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much for the beautiful review Javier and Craig! Congrats on your wedding. We were so happy to be part of your special day!
GUEST




Frances and her staff were wonderful. They made our wedding a success in every respect - from location, to planning, to making sure the event went off without a hitch.
Frances went out of her way to accommodate all of our requests while adding her valuable input. If you're looking for a venue that offers spectacular city views, exquisite food, a professional and flexible staff, and attractive pricing, then you'll be hard pressed to exceed the Waterside experience.
We enthusiastically recommend the Waterside!
Vendor response to review
Erik,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so glad your wedding was such a success. You are such a beautiful couple, and were such a pleasure to work with through out this entire process. Please come and stop by the restaurant soon!
GUEST




Jeffrey, my now husband, and I were in search for a stylish and modern reception venue overlooking the NYC skyline for our June 9, 2012 nuptial. We inquired with Liberty House, Chart House, Hyatt Regency in Jersey City, and Harborside, but Waterside was the only venue that offered a competitive and impressive wedding package. We dealt with Bob and Frances throughout the whole wedding planning period. They were both very sincere, warm, and professional to work with. Frances especially listened to our concerns and gave us helpful suggestions in selecting the menu. The mango pineapple cosmopolitan, our signature drink, was a hit! Her experience in the catering industry was assuring and we knew we chose the right reception venue. The new renovations made throughout the entire building made the venue even more beautiful. The views of the NYC skyline was spectacular throughout the daytime and evening hours. Our family and friends were not only impressed with the atmosphere but also with the delicious food, fabulous lighting, and attentive service received from the entire Waterside staff. Special thanks to Maria, our maitre d', who was courteous and accommodating to our other vendors. We are looking forward to working with the entire Waterside crew again and hosting more occasions at Waterside in the future!
Cherryl & Jeffrey Arnedo
Vendor response to review
Cherryl and Jeffrey. Thank you so much! You are such an amazing couple. We wish you all the happiness in the world and can't wait to see you back at Waterside soon!
GUEST




We are sooo grateful for the service we received from The Waterside Restaurant and Catering! My husband and I had our wedding reception there the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.
The views of the city were amazing during the day and night. We used the second floor for the cocktail hour and our guests were impressed instantly by the appearance and the views. Our reception was held in the third floor ballroom. We had purple uplighting which were absorbed perfectly into the white sheer drapes on the walls. We were very pleased with the decor.
The entire experience was absolutely perfect and we could not ask for anything more.
Frances was the first person we met with when we had our appointment and were looking at reception venues. She was very warm, welcoming and it was clear that she is very passionate about her restaurant which is part of what attracted us to the venue.
Throughout the year I kept in contact with Shantal who was VERY responsive and helpful as well as Lesley. They answered all of our questions and were there every step of the way. Marie was our Maitre d' for the night and made sure we had whatever we needed before we could even think about it.
The food was also outstanding!
Thank you Fran and the Waterside fam for making our wedding day everything we had hoped it would be and more!
Brooke and Lloyd
Vendor response to review
Hi Brooke & Lloyd
Congrats on your Wedding. You guys were such a pleasure to work with, and your wedding was beautiful! All of us here at Waterside want to wish you and Lloyd a lifetime of happiness! We would love for you to come back and visit us any time !
GUEST




I could not recommend Waterside enough!! They were absolutely incredible and their goal is to make your wedding day all you have dreamt of. The incredible staff at Waterside made our wedding such a wonderful day to remember!! Our family and friends have declared it a "fairy tale wedding" and have been raving about the food and the beautiful views ever since. Waterside was so helpful and gracious throughout the entire planning process and went above and beyond to make our day extra special. They helped an out-of-state bride plan one of the most important days in her life with as little stress as possible. They exceeded our expectations and we are so thrilled that we chose to create some of the most special memories of our life at Waterside! We will definitely be back to reminisce for some anniversary dinners...
Vendor response to review
Hi Miranda and Stephen,
Congrats on your wedding. From the day you first came in to our facility, you guys have been nothing but a joy to work with. We especially love that you came all the way from out of state, just to share your special day with us. You guys are such a beautiful couple, and your wedding was so heartfelt and touching. And your pictures are beyond stunning. Thank you again for this great review, and we can't wait to see you guys back soon! Love all of us at Waterside!
GUEST




Very professional, food is amazing, and their recommendations for cake vendor and DJ were great - both were very high quality vendors, easy to work with, and we couldn't be happier.
Vendor response to review
Thank you for your kind words about our venue!
GUEST




There are no words to describe this venue except Pure Excellence. I have never seen such a more beautiful and well organized facility in the 10 years I have been in the restaurant industry. The food was phenomenal, the venue was clean New York chic, and the staff was top notch. If I could give an overall grade with my experience, I would say A+! From the moment I stepped into the venue and I shook hands with the owner, it was hook line and sinker. And now I can say after working with them for over a year, everyone at The Waterside Restaurant and Catering are my life long friends and even more so family. I know my wedding would not of been the same if it wasn't for them (Gus, Frances, Lesley, Shantal, Maria and everyone else...Thank You from the bottom of our hearts for making our wedding day so magnificant) E + C Russo
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Erica and Christian,
What can we possibly say to you guys, but THANK YOU for your amazing review! Your love story is beautiful, and we were thrilled to have your wedding here at Waterside. Thank you for making every part of our job fun. Erica were such a beautiful bride. and we are so glad to have formed a life long friendship with you guys. Thank you for all the love and support you have give waterside even after your wedding! We look foward to each and everytime we get to see you! We love you guys- love all of us!!
GUEST




Frances is an amazing woman to work with for all of the events we hold at Waterside. She makes it as simple as contacting her giving her the name of the party, how many guests, and an idea of what we want food wise, along with a color scheme, and she adds all of the bells and whistles to make each and every one special in it's own way. Can't wait to head back their next year for our events.
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much for your amazing review. Your wedding was amazing and we can not wait to host more events for you here in the future! We wish you and your husband all the happiness in the world
GUEST




We held our daughter's wedding reception at The Waterside Restaurant. The entire experience was wonderful! The venue has a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline and everything has been recently renovated. The food is outstanding, highest quality and abundant. Everything about this place is first class. The Waterside staff is the number one reason to use this venue. They anticipated all of our needs and exceeded our expectations for service and attention to detail. They provided two maitre d's for the reception night who catered to the needs of the bride, groom, and us. We would wholeheartedly recommend this venue to anyone considering a New York area wedding. You will not find a better venue.
Vendor response to review
Hi Ann Marie,
Thank you so much for writing this kind review. You and your husband make such a beautiful couple and we are thrilled to have been part of your special day
GUEST




Elegance and a wonderfull view to NYC
Vendor response to review
Damaris,
Thank you!
GUEST




We loved this place...such professionalism and help to make our day memorable for years to come. Frances and her staff were amazing- and the venue space is beautiful!
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Mrs. H.
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words about your experience at Waterside
GUEST




Waterside is the absolute BEST! Frances and her team went above and beyond all of our expectations. Our guests still can't stop talking about the Waterside. The food, from the cocktail hour to the desserts was amazing. The view of NYC is of course spectacular which lends to an ambiance that is second to none. I can't say enough about Frances, Shantal and everyone at Waterside. Our day was PERFECT. We will always recommend Waterside.
Thank you!!!
Vendor response to review
Tom,
Even though it has been a year since your wedding, we would love to thank you for the lovely review you have given us! i know it is delayed but Happy Anniversary. We wish you all the happiness in the world. Thank you again for all your kind words
GUEST




Our wedding reception was beautiful, our friends & family thought the quality & quantity of food was perfect, along with the beautiful view. The only complaints we have were about the service, our guests complained that they didn't have enough time to enjoy their dinner because the waiter cleared the tables too quickly. As for me & my husband.. We were both VERY disappointed with our matradi (shantel) Not once did she come up to us & ask us if we needed ANYTHING!! She greeted us at our entrance & said her goodbye's at the end of the night, she didn't make any effort to ask us anything the entire night. Our Dj was the person who coordinated everything for us, while she sat there & took pictures of the belly dancers. As a matter of fact she allowed our entertainers to use our bridal suite for a changing room.. My husband & I went to the rm so that I can change into my 2nd gown & found the 2 dancers in there. We had our personal belongings in that rm, and were very disappointed to find out it was Shantel who allowed them to use it. I thought the waterside was a beautiful place, the food was spectacular, and the view was breathtaking.. We thought Francis & bob were very professional & kind.. We also thought Lesley was nice to work with.. The only major complaint was the food being rushed & the horrible matradi who gets paid to do nothing.
GUEST




As a little girl you have dreams of having this amazing beautiful wedding, well the Waterside in North Bergen made that dream come true. Their place sets the ambience, the elegance and class that left my guest in awe. They "Thanked" me for a fabulous night. My co-workers said it was so great they could not stop smiling.. The food was great and the view of the NYC Skyline is unbelievable, very romantic.... the service is in a league of their "own", they were constantly asking the guest if they need anything... a drink, a cup of coffee or just a smile. Last but not least if you get the pleasure to work Mr. Frances Vagias, you wll be blessed as she will ensure you that your night is the most special and memorable event and because of her you will feel so that night. Her graciousness and her ability to just make you feel all will be ok is wonderful. I would recommend this venue to anyone in a heart beat and know that they too will feel the same. "THANK YOU WATERSIDE" Julie Schweitzer
Vendor response to review
Julie,
Thank you. What a beautiful review of our venue. We are so happy both you and your guests enjoyed your special day. Please come back and visit us, we would love to see you again!
GUEST




My husbaund and I just got married at the Waterside- we had the most unbelievable experience with the staff and the resturant itself. Throughout our entire wedding experience with the staff at the Waterside it has been nothing but easy,accomodating and pleasureable. They provided every detail and every moment that would happen the night of the wedding. I could not have asked to work with better people than the people at the Waterside. They make you feel that you are the only person that they care about and that your day is the most special to them just as if it were there own. The place speaks for itself- the rooms are beyond any words that would be fitting to describe it- its just that remarkable. The food is not your typical catering- its just like the resturants and is out of this world. The staff at the waterside gives you a wedding that will be talked about way after the wedding is over (people are still talking about our own wedding). I was just in awe of how wonderful the people are there and a thank you to the staff just doesnt seem to be enough. I am looking forward to having so many more occassions with the Waterside in the future- as for my husbaund and I would not want to have any other occassions anywhere else! Its just that remarkable.
Vendor response to review
Blake, Thank you so much! This is such an amazing review. We aim to please our clients, and working with such wonderful couples as your self is what truly makes our job worth it. We are so glad you loved your wedding here at the Waterside. it even makes it better, that you chose to share your first anniversary with us, and with a baby on the way! Thank you as always Blake for all your kind words! We love seeing you !
GUEST




My Wedding Reception was more then I could have ever dreamt! Frances and her crew of fabulous people made my day an event that people are still talking about! From the first day I stepped into the Waterside, I knew it was where I would have my wedding. Everyone was more then helpful and bent over backwards to give myself and my husband the best day ever. The food is unbelievable and the portion sizes beyond generous! The people are extremely friendly, helpful and do everything in their power to make your dreams come true. The price was fantastic! I never thought I could have my city view, wonderful food, and a great venue at such a reasonable price. If you are looking for the wedding of your dreams with a beautiful view of the city, food that is unbelievable, a gorgeous newly redesigned venue and people that will make you feel like you are the only Bride they have ever had their focus on!!!!! You MUST get married at The Waterside! I will continue to go back for dinner, brunch and will most likely have another event at the Waterside. I highly recommend them for any event you may have!!!!
Vendor response to review
Christina and Robert,
Thank you very much for this wonderful review. It was such a pleasure to be able to host your wedding here at our venue. You are truly a beautiful couple. We wish you all the happiness in the world!




I recently attended a wedding at Waterside I was one of the bridesmaids, & I must say it was wonderful! The place looked amazing, the set up was great and everything the bride had asked to be done was done perfectly. The LED lighting added such a difference in the two rooms. We were on the second floor for cocktail hour and third floor for reception and the 2 TVs in the 3rd floor with the live camera was so cool. The staff, there was 2 Maitre Ds were on top of everything. The food was great. Overall I had such a great time! I recommend it to everyone!
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Gelsey,
It is not every day that a bridesmaid gives us a review. But We truly appreciate you for thinking of us, and we are beyond thrilled you enjoyed your experience here at the Waterside!
GUEST




This venue is beautiful for a wedding. Aside from the very elegant ballrooms and decor, the food is amazing. Our guests raved about the food and how beautiful the rooms are. My husband and I visited so many venues but could not find one with both superb food and a beautiful location until we saw Waterside. In addition, the the professionalism exhibited was excellent. From the staff, to Maitre'D to management, they were attentive to every detail, very responsive and accomodating. We look forward to returning for the next special occasion.
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much. We were so glad to be part of your special day, and you kind words are much appreciated




Just had my wedding there this weekend.. and it was FABULOUS.. dont think twice people!!!! just book it... the staff is awesome, Frances, George, Shantal, Adrianna, you guys really OUTDID YOURSELVES, Everyone loved the food & the space... :O) BRAVO, BRAVO!! BRAVO!!!... :O) THANK YOU GUYS FOR A FABULOUS WEDDING!
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Julisa,
I know this response comes a bit late, but Thank you for your beautiful view. You truly were such an amazing bride to work with, and the decor of your wedding was outstanding! We still use your video and pictures on our website! We wish you all the best, and hope to see you one day soon!
GUEST




We stumbled upon this hidden gem, just 2 days after we got engaged. It was perfect for us. Had everything we dreamed of, Skyline, Hudson River, Atmosphere, Great food and drinks. We worked with everyone but mostly Frances. Each of them were great. Frances made me feel at ease every time we went there for a meeting. It was the best decision we could of ever made for our wedding! I am still getting compliments on how nice everything was. The cocktail hour was amazing along with reception. We also had our ceremony here as well and all I can say is A++++. Thank you for making our wedding GREAT! R&D
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Richelle,
What a thoughtful review. Your wedding was truly beautiful, and all of us here at waterside are happy to hear what a wonderful experience you had at the Waterside. Please stop in for dinner and drinks any time, We would love to see you soon!
GUEST




Waterside is definitely a hidden treasure in New Jersey. We did a lot of research online and we finally found what we were looking for…Waterside! It was the only location we went to look at and immediately booked our Wedding Day 11/18/11! The Venue is Amazing it has everything we envision close in NJ but yet you have NYC skyline view. It has modern chic ballrooms with excellent food and drinks. We had our ceremony on the 1st floor with the beautiful skyline of NYC in the background. Our reception was in the 2nd floor which is so modern & chic. We will look back many years and be happy we picked Waterside. We have beautiful photos for memories to last. In addition, the staff is amazing! Bob helped us book our wedding and Frances is so sweet, she made it her priority to make sure everything was perfection for our dream wedding! Our Maitre’Ds Shantel & George were so sweet and attentive!
We loved our wedding and highly recommend the Waterside.
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Karen,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We truly appreciate all the kind words our brides and grooms have to say. It really means a lot. We are so happy your wedding was everything you have ever dreamed of
GUEST




Waterside is beautiful, an absolutely gorgeous place to have a wedding. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how amazing the setting is. Everyone was great to work with, especially Frances. She was fantastic and extremely helpful!! We were supposed to get married the weekend of Hurricane Irene and Waterside allowed us to reschedule everything for the following Friday. It worked out perfect – of course with the help of the Waterside. We can’t thank them enough for making our day so special!!
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Nicole,
You truly were such a beautiful bride, and such a pleasure to work with. As unfortunate as it was that the hurricane forced us to cancel your first wedding date, we were thrilled we were able to schedule a week later, and it was still the most beautiful affair. We wish you a life time of happiness, and sincerely thank you for all your kind words
GUEST




I can't say enough about my experience with Waterside. My husband and I got married on a hot summer afternoon at the edge of the Hudson River, followed by an amazing cocktail hour outdoors and an elegant reception on the 2nd floor with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the greatest city in the world. I HATE reception halls that have no windows and you feel like you're celebrating in a cave! This venue was the complete opposite. My guests still talk about it when I see them and the wedding topic comes up. The package included was outstanding (especially compared to local competing venues). The food was great and the service was even better. I worked with Shantal throughout the entire process including the day of our wedding. She was responsive throughout, professional, friendly, helpful, and SO accommodating to our requests. The day of, she was there constantly asking if we needed anything and how she could make our day more special. I saw her smiling face (without being intrusive) throughout the entire event making sure things were running smoothly. She genuinely cared. I highly recommend Waterside (and Shantal) to anyone researching a wedding venue - believe me you and your guests will never forget your experience!
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Jill,
Thank you so much for this amazing review. We are so thrilled your wedding day was all you wanted it to be and more, and of course we are beyond happy Shantal was able to work with you through out the entire process. Your wedding is still one we talk about, and we still use pictures on our website, and have gotten recommendations since then from people you have known. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts and would love to see you soon.
GUEST




I can't say enough great things about the Waterside! Frances was amazing from the first day we met her when we were looking for places. She gave us a great deal and made sure that everything was planned to perfection.
The food was amazing from beginning to end. The servers were amazing as well and there wasn't a time that my husband and I did not feel like we were at our wedding since everyone was so great.
Frances suggested the majority of the other vendors that we went with for our wedding and everything ran very smoothly.
We took pictures at the Waterside during the cocktail hour. They have a great view of NYC and while we were taking pictures, the servers made sure that the bridal party had food from the cocktail hour and gave us water.
The bartenders were also amazing and so much fun.
Frances definitely made sure everything was perfect!
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much for this wonderful review!
GUEST




The Waterside is a beautiful catering hall with amazing views of NYC. We chose the Waterside because of the view and gorgeous catering rooms. We planned out wedding in just 2 months, the price was right for us and Frances made our planning very easy. We loved our wedding and highly recommend the waterside. Great location and food too. Great staff, matre'd and catering.
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Lee Ann,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review and all your kind words. We hope married life is treating you well, and wish you all the happiness in the world!
Such a jewel of a location. We love to shoot here so much we had my sister's wedding at Waterside :)
The Waterside is an amazing establishment. In a state full of typical wedding halls, this one stands out. Between the amazing view, outstanding food and service that surpasses the rest, you will love getting married here.
What a beautiful place to have an event! Not only is this place beautiful, the staff and the service is amazing! Would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to have a special event!
Waterside is an AMAZING event space, and there is no facility in the area that compares to their quality of service and professionalism. Their staff is a pleasure to work with and always treat our clients, as well as our entertainers, with the utmost respect. The food is amazing, and the service is always stellar and the view is like no other. We love working here, and look forward to many more successful events in the future!
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