View is a waterfront restaurant and wedding venue located on Long Island in Oakdale, New York. This Lessing’s Hospitality Group venue was once part of William K. Vanderbilt's Idle Hour Estate and offers couples and their guests gorgeous views of the Great South Bay. They pride themselves on their amazing seafood, casual, yet elegant atmosphere, and exceptional service. View looks forward to turning your unique ideas into a reality.
Facilities and Capacity
Couples can enjoy both intimate ceremonies as well as lavish receptions at this seafood restaurant. With both indoor and outdoor settings, they’re open year-round for your celebration. Weather-permitting, you can say your “I do’s” outside on their gorgeous deck overlooking the Great South Bay. There is a charming, white gazebo you can exchange your vows under. As you and your partner go off to take unforgettable photos, your guests can sip on signature cocktails and munch on appetizers such as fried oyster shooters, Maine lobster salad, and mini burger sliders. For your reception, you and your loved ones can move into their elegant dining room. This stylish room features a neutral color palette, soft lighting, wood floors, and multiple windows, so you don’t have to sacrifice the views of the Bay as you dine and dance the night away.
Services Offered
This full-service venue offers all-inclusive packages, so you can take care of every detail in one place. In addition to hosting your ceremony and reception, View is also happy to host your bridal shower. Their professional events team will walk you through your planning process, allowing you to have a stress-free and enjoyable planning experience. All of their packages are customizable, so your celebration can reflect your individual needs, desires, and budget. They’ve partnered with a trusted florist, baker, photographer, limousine company, and clergy members to ensure your day flows smoothly from start to finish. Additional services include, but are not limited to:
Bar services
Directional maps
Free docking for boats
Personal maitre d’ and captain
Place cards
Valet parking
Wedding cake
Cuisine
Couples who select View will enjoy exceptional cuisine and a professional presentation. Your menu can be customized to suit your unique tastes and preferences. For cocktail hour, you’ll enjoy hot and cold butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, a fresh vegetable and fruit platter, a display of domestic and imported cheeses, and a variety of stations. For your wedding dinner, you’ll receive a champagne toast, a delicious appetizer, salad, and your choice of three entrees. You can also add on enhancements, such as the following:
Chilled jumbo gulf shrimp
Fresh littleneck clams and oysters shucked to order
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The great staff here did an amazing job of making our wedding day special. From the signature drinks to the extensive menu, everything was excellent. The staff made sure we were well fed and looked after in the hustle and bustle of taking photos, greeting family etc. We had so many people tell us that our wedding was a great time and the food was top notch. We highly recommend The View to all! - Evan & Ginny
Sent on 04/15/2020
Deb
· Married on 04/27/2019
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
an amazing day
We got married at View April 2019 after an exhaustive search of venues in Suffolk. We were looking for something beautiful, in our budget but would also allow for the laid back fun vibe we were hoping to convey. First, let me just take a moment to say that the venue itself is beautiful and elegant but simple and really allows you to make the space your own. I have celiac’s disease and it was very important to me that the venue be knowledgeable and accommodating. I got all of that and more from the View. Jimmy, Joe (my gluten free guru) and Courtney were absolutely superb. In every meeting I felt like they understood what I wanted, took my requests and concerns seriously and executed a flawless day for my husband and I. Everything looked beautiful, tasted amazing and ran right on schedule. Thank you to everyone at View for a truly amazing day!
Sent on 05/20/2019
Amanda F.
· Married on 10/06/2018
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Dream come true wedding!
My husband and I got married at View October 6, 2018. Down to every last detail, the day went perfectly! All of the staff were phenomenal and everything was presented exactly how it was told it was going to be! We did the extended cocktail hour with the sushi bar add on which I HIGHLY recommend! I had a lot of people from all over the country come to my wedding and so many of them told me it was one of the best weddings they had ever been to! I 200% recommend View if you want an absolutle dream wedding with well...a wonderful view!!!!
What are the most important characteristics of View in terms of venue type, style and location?
The space offered by View for wedding events is known for:
Marina
Restaurant
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at View for wedding events?
View offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
What kind of wedding events does View offer?
View offers the following types of wedding events:
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
What services does View offer for wedding events?
View offers the following services for wedding events:
All Inclusive Packages
What percentage of users recommend View and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
View is recommended by 82% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in flexibility, 4.6 in value, 4.5 in quality of service, 4.5 in average response time and 4.5 in professionalism.
