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Jose & Raquel Salcedo
Jose & Raquel Salcedo
Owners

Hispanic or Latinx-owned, Woman-owned

11 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

Vista Lago Ballroom is an elegant, waterfront wedding venue located in Miami, Florida. This stand-alone ballroom was designed exclusively for social and corporate events. Couples and their guests will be amazed by their 24-foot-tall ceilings, five exquisite crystal chandeliers, and gorgeous wood floors. Vista Lago Ballroom is happy to host your engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and reception on their breathtaking property.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 250 guests at this lakefront ballroom. You can say your “I do’s” outdoors with their beautiful, Hidden Lake as your backdrop. You can continue your celebration under the stars surrounded by a tropical garden and a 20-foot-high, illuminated fountain. If you prefer an indoor affair, their spacious ballroom features natural lighting, spectacular views of the lake, and plenty of space for a dance floor. Either way, you'll be sure to have a Miami-style ambience at this unforgettable venue.

Services Offered
The onsite team will make it their goal is to bring your unique vision to life, while making your planning process stress-free. Their all-inclusive wedding package includes Chiavari chairs, linens, and tables, along with setup and cleanup services. Each couple will also enjoy butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, attentive bar service, a champagne toast, and their choice of a sit-down meal or an elegant buffet. You’ll also have an event coordinator to oversee everything. Additional services include, but are not limited to:

  • Barware
  • Chargers
  • China
  • DJ/MC
  • Event rentals
  • Flatware
  • Floral centerpiece arrangements
  • Glassware
  • Lighting and sound
  • Music
  • Outside vendors
  • WiFi

Cuisine
Vista Lago Ballroom is dedicated to providing each couple with delicious catering options that range from scrumptious hors d'oeuvres to delicious desserts and mouth-watering entrees. You can bring in your own cake, or their trusted baker will design a buttercream creation for you.

FAQ

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

No

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

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

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Waterfront

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?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August
September

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Reviews of Vista Lago Ballroom

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Vista Lago Ballroom receives glowing reviews from multiple satisfied couples who praise the stunning venue, delicious food, and exceptional service provided by the dedicated staff, particularly highlighting the efforts of Raquel, Shantal, Veronica, and Jose. Reviewers appreciated the seamless planning process, personalized attention to detail, and the beautiful decor that contributed to their dream weddings coming to life. The flexible options, fair vendor recommendations, and high value offered by Vista Lago Ballroom make it a highly recommended choice for various celebrations, with guests noting the top-notch service and delicious food as standout features of their experiences.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Vista Lago Ballroom receives glowing reviews from multiple satisfied couples who praise the stunning venue, delicious food, and exceptional service provided by the dedicated staff, particularly highlighting the efforts of Raquel, Shantal, Veronica, and Jose. Reviewers appreciated the seamless planning process, personalized attention to detail, and the beautiful decor that contributed to their dream weddings coming to life. The flexible options, fair vendor recommendations, and high value offered by Vista Lago Ballroom make it a highly recommended choice for various celebrations, with guests noting the top-notch service and delicious food as standout features of their experiences.

Weddingwire
4.8/5 141 reviews
Google
4.7/5 628 reviews
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Ninoska Sent on 11/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A dream come true

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Raquel and the entire team at Vista Lago Ballroom for their outstanding professionalism and dedication throughout our wedding planning and on our big day. They truly exceeded all our expectations and helped us plan every little detail to make the wedding of our dreams come true.

Our wedding at Vista Lago Ballroom was absolutely perfect! From start to finish, everything ran seamlessly thanks to Raquel, who went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. She was incredibly organized, attentive, and genuinely cared about every detail — from the décor to the timing of the ceremony and reception.

The ballroom is stunning, the food was delicious, and the staff ensured all our guests felt comfortable and happy. We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful venue or a better team to help us celebrate such an important day.

Thank you, Raquel, and the entire Vista Lago team, for making our wedding everything we dreamed of and more!
Carlos
Carlos Sent on 07/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great Wedding Venue

Emily and I had our wedding there on July 11th, 2025. The venue was great and very accommodating. The food was delicious and they kept our timeline on schedule. Jose was very nice and was available if we had any questions. The day of coordinated was very helpful through our wedding and made sure everything went well. Thank you Vista Lago!
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Wendy Sent on 04/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Una experiencia maravillosa

Nuestra boda fue maravillosa, el lugar estuvo hermoso. La organizamos fue espectacular. Todo maravilloso. Lo recomendamos mucho.

Neftalí y Wendy
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Anery Sent on 02/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Venue

Vista Lago Ballroom was the best decision we made when looking for a venue for our special day. They provided flexibility with all our personal matters that occurred throughout the time of wedding planning. They provided great recommendations for vendors that price very fair in today’s time. The service provided on the day off was excellent. All the staff and the day of wedding planner were very kind and constantly making sure everything was running smoothly. Vista Lago made our day special and stress free.
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Liz Sent on 02/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful location and amazing staff!

I loved my experience with Vista Lago. Veronica was amazing the day of my event and she ensured everything ran smoothly, she went above and beyond. I highly recommend the location, the owners are very nice and it is a family business, the location is beautiful and their vendors list is excellent. Thank you very much!
Myriam
Myriam Sent on 01/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

01/16/25 the best day ever

A huge thank you to Vista Lago Ballroom for bringing our vision to life! Our wedding was absolutely perfect from the stunning décor to the incredible staff and the delicious food. Planning a wedding in just three weeks seemed like a challenge, but they made it effortless. They truly captured our vision, and the day was filled with love and happiness.

A special shoutout to Shantal and Veronica, you both were amazing, and we couldn’t have done it without you!

If you’re looking for a venue, don’t think twice!! Vista Lago Ballroom will not let you down!
Thank you again!
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Francesca Sent on 12/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great venue for our dream wedding

We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect venue for our wedding! From the moment we stepped onto the property, we were blown away by its beauty and charm. The Vista Lago team went above and beyond to ensure everything was seamless and stress-free.

The setting was absolutely stunning, with elegant indoor spaces. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how magical the atmosphere was! The venue’s attention to detail, from the decor to the coordination, truly made our day unforgettable. The girls were always so welcoming when I had to stop by the venue to make a payment or to answer some questions, and the venue transformed into our dream wedding space on the day of our wedding!

What stood out most was the exceptional service. Veronica and the staff were incredibly professional, accommodating, and genuinely invested in making our wedding perfect. They anticipated our every need and worked tirelessly behind the scenes, allowing us to fully enjoy the day.

If you’re looking for a venue that combines stunning aesthetics with outstanding service, Vista lago ballroom is the one. It made our wedding dreams come true, and we’re forever grateful for the memories we’ll cherish for a lifetime!
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Monique Sent on 11/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best EVER

My husband and I had our wedding here Nov. 2024. Everything from the food, to the service, location, parking literally everything was perfect. I am being completely honest when I say I have no complaints. The evening went so smoothly thanks to the team at Vista Lago. They were constantly checking on my husband and I throughout our wedding. One of the most important details to me was the food and the food here was incredible. Everyone was raving about how great everything tasted.

You have the ceremony, cocktail and reception all in one location. Not only is it great for weddings, but it is also great for baby showers, 15’s, birthdays and a lot of other fun events. It has high ceilings with beautiful chandeliers. It’s a gorgeous venue and the best value you will find in Miami.

If you are anything like me and very indecisive and anxious, Vista Lago is the place to hold your wedding at. We are both incredibly happy we chose this venue and will be choosing this venue for future celebrations. They also gave us the left overs. We couldn’t eat on our wedding because of our nerves but we were able to enjoy the food the day after and everyone was right it was sooo good
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 10/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible venue!

We had the privilege of having our wedding (ceremony & reception) at Vista Lago Ballrooms! After attending a wedding there earlier this year, we didn’t tour any other venues in Miami and booked right away. We didn’t want to have a wedding because they are so expensive and add up so quickly but Vista Lago has everything you need to have a classic wedding without breaking the bank - you cannot beat it!

The food was delicious, staff were so incredibly kind and Shantal was so sweet, patient and helped set up the venue / decor exactly how I wanted it! They are also great with communications - always respond so fast to all questions. Overall had a fantastic experience and would recommend to anyone!
Natalia
Natalia Sent on 08/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our dream day

Thanks to the whole team at Vista Lago Ballroom. Our wedding was unforgettable and very grateful to the whole team. Aron & Natalia
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Vista Lago Ballroom frequently asked questions

Vista Lago Ballroom includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Vista Lago Ballroom includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Vista Lago Ballroom includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Vista Lago Ballroom for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Waterfront
Vista Lago Ballroom offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Vista Lago Ballroom offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Vista Lago Ballroom offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Vista Lago Ballroom offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Vista Lago Ballroom is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in value, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in professionalism.
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