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The Loft at Public Landing
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The Public Landing
The Public Landing
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Exterior view of The Public Landing
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Reception area
Reception area
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Exterior view of The Public Landing
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38 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

The Public Landing is where you will find The Loft, which is a restaurant and wedding venue nestled in the heart of Lockport, Illinois. This beautiful space features an atmosphere that blends timeless elegance with a rustic charm. The site dates back to the year 1838.

Facilities and Capacity

Housed within the historic limestone walls of the Gaylord Building, The Public Landing is where you and your love can recite your wedding vows and enjoy a decadent reception surrounded by sophistication. Walking through this building's doors is like stepping back in time. The exposed limestone, soft lighting, and hardwood beams offer a warm and welcoming ambiance that will delight and enchant your special guests. At The Loft, you can celebrate your nuptials with up to 160 of your nearest and dearest. The venue features two exquisitely decorated spaces that can act as a blank canvas for your festivities. As you step into these gorgeous rooms, you will notice high ceilings and large globed Edison lights that create a dreamy canopy effect. If you and your partner would prefer an outdoor affair, you may make use of the screened veranda that overlooks the carefully manicured courtyard, which offers lovely views of the historic I&M Canal as well as the Lincoln Landing Park. This is ideal should you wish to enjoy a ceremony or cocktail hour underneath a blanket of stars.

Services Offered

At The Public Landing, the culinary team will craft a delicious menu of classic American dishes. You will also be treated to handcrafted cocktails and mouth-watering desserts. The dedicated team includes a friendly and professional event coordinator, Dana, who will strive to ensure every single detail is handled with care. Reach out to the crew at The Public Landing to start planning your dream wedding.

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft
Park
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
December

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Reviews of The Loft at Public Landing

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Weddingwire
4.8/5 6 reviews
Google
4.5/5 1117 reviews
Angelina
Angelina Sent on 09/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Reception!!

The Public Landing was perfect for our small, simple wedding reception! The event coordinator, Dana, is absolutely amazing. She made sure that everything was perfect and the way that we envisioned our special day. Our reception could not have been more perfect!
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Kristen Sent on 09/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue!

My husband and I got married at Public Landing and it was easily the best decision we’ve ever made. Everything was beautiful from start to finish. Dana was so helpful through the whole process and was there for us the entire night whenever we needed anything. Our guests were complementing us throughout the night on how great everything was. Our day could not have been any more perfect. I would easily recommend Public Landing to anyone! Thanks, Dana for making our night so memorable!
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Anna Sent on 02/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great Venue

We held both our ceremony and reception at the Public Landing. Dana and the rest of the staff were fantastic, and so easy to work with!

Lockport has been putting a lot of effort into downtown area, including rotating art installations, so we got some bonus lights and lanterns alongside Lincoln Landing. We did have not one, but two trains run past during the ceremony, but it turned out to be good comedic relief!

The event space is gorgeous. We had a little over 100 guests, and they fit the space perfectly. I was a little worried the dance floor was going to be too small - it's long and narrow - but it was fine. There was an event in the museum/gallery space of the Gaylord Building that night. I walked out of the reception to grab something from the bridal suite and a bunch of strangers turned to look at me, which was a little weird, but we didn't end up with wedding crashers or anything (not that Dana would have let anyone get away with even thinking about it!).

Food was amazing! I mean, just look at this amazing cake of cheese Dana and Chef Jeff pulled off! My husband was beyond thrilled with it.

All in all, we are so pleased we chose the Public Landing for our wedding!!
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Melissa Sent on 10/15/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Having our reception at the Public Landing was easily one of the best wedding decisions we made. First of all, the restaurant is housed in the historic Gaylord building, which provided for a breathtakingly beautiful site, full of charm and history. Additionally, the newly-renovated gardens and park next door also made a beautiful spot to take photos before the reception started. And because PL is first and foremost a restaurant, the food was absolutely amazing! We kept getting compliments all night (and have since after the wedding) on how great the food was. My favorite part of the meal was dessert, though - we opted not to have a cake in order to serve our guests their signature dessert: a basket made of caramel, filled with white chocolate mousse and fresh berries. The restaurant area is on the first floor of the building, while the banquet area is on floor two, which meant that our party was completely our own - no random people wandering in or walking through.

Probably the best part about choosing the Public Landing would have to be the staff. Tim, the event coordinator there, made everything incredibly easy for us and was extremely accommodating. For example, our reception was on a Saturday night and we wanted to come in to decorate the day before. Even though they were approached to have another event there on Friday, Tim reserved the space for us so that we were able to decorate on Friday afternoon.

I honestly can't say enough great things about Public Landing. It's a restaurant that my family has been going to since I was a child, and having my wedding reception there was perfect.
Melanie
Melanie Sent on 10/15/2018
4.8 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding

I chose this venue as a home-town alternative to an expensive venue in the city and could not be happier! The building and surrounding landscape are beautiful, the food was amazing, and the staff is professional and knows what they are doing. Dana, the wedding planner, is amazing has a lot of experience. She made my whole wedding planning process so much easier.
  • The Loft at Public Landing - 8
Caity LeValley
Caity Sent on 10/26/2015
4 out of 5 rating
My husband and I celebrated our wedding ceremony and reception at Public Landing in October 2015. It was a beautiful fall day and the venue was lovely. The staff was very professional, helpful, and efficient. My constructive criticism is that it seems like everything would run more easily if Event Coordinator Melissa had a second person helping her handle everything. She seems to be doing the job of 2 or 3 people. The venue was packed with events immediately before and after ours and I felt slightly rushed on a day that could have been enhanced by more personalized attention. I understand that they like to 'keep things simple,' but it might be helpful to share more information with clients instead of only providing answers when directly asked. Also, it doesn't seem terribly appropriate to call the groom with logistical questions at 10am the morning after his wedding. We had a lovely day, but there were definitely a few irritations that future couples should be prepared to encounter if selecting this as a wedding venue.
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