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  • 2018

Windows on the River

From 100 to 350 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Bar Services
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Recommended by 90% of couples

About this venue

With stunning vistas offering picturesque backdrops to say “I do,” Cleveland, Ohio’s Windows on the River is a welcoming wedding venue on the banks of the Cuyahoga River. The pristine property, found in the FirstEnergy Powerhouse Building, boasts several event spaces, including modern or more traditional options, each providing a memorable setting to match your dreams. Located near the heart of The Forest City’s vibrant downtown, Windows on the River also offers a host of services and amenities to help ensure an unforgettable experience. From mouthwatering menus and delicious drinks to elegant centerpieces and professional service, the team aims to make your special day the elevated celebration of love you’ve always envisioned.

Facilities and Capacity

Windows on the River offers the use of three welcoming and distinctive banquet rooms, each boasting breathtaking vistas. Overlooking the river, and with picture-perfect panoramas of Cleveland’s skyline, the City View space is a flexible setting with high ceilings and expansive windows that allow glorious natural light to fill the multi-level room. The exquisite River View Room features exposed brick walls and ambient overhead lighting, with a hardwood dance floor in the center where guests can try out their best choreographed moves. Both the aforementioned spaces give access to an outdoor patio for even more spectacular cityscape views in the beating heart of Cleveland’s waterfront. Bridge View, on the building’s third floor, invites couples and guests to enjoy an elegant celebration, with an adjacent area and loft for sophisticated cocktail hours. In total, Windows on the River can host events for up to 1000 guests and, thanks to its versatility and warmth, is also ideal for more intimate gatherings.

Services Offered

Each Windows on the River package includes sumptuous catering options with a tiered wedding cake. Friendly and dedicated staff will serve plated dinners with outstanding options for most dietary restrictions available. Some of the majestic meal choices include fantastic filet mignons, succulent swordfish steaks, spinach and cheese lasagnas, or classic sea bass, to name just a few. Centerpieces, linens, and napkins come as standard, on top of palate-pleasing passed or cold hors d’oeuvres. Moreover, for an extra special touch to enhance the big day, couples can add and enjoy a visit to the Greater Cleveland Aquarium. Windows on the River’s devoted and helpful event team will work with you to help ensure a celebration that will live long in the memory, so don’t wait to contact them today.

Experience

  • 36 years in business

  • We speak English

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Weddings at this venue

Steve & Marylou's wedding
Steve & Marylou
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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?

Yes

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Glassware
Linens
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 Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

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

100

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
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
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

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Reviews of Windows on the River

Weddingwire
4.5/5 58 reviews
Google
4.6/5 555 reviews
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Amanda Sent on 12/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding information

Great professional experience
Great services
Response time of getting back to me
Beautiful Venue
Megan
Megan Sent on 10/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding at Windows on the River this past September! It was so amazing! I think Windows without decorations is so pretty with the exposed brick and tall windows. We had our wedding in the Bridgeview Room and at night with the windows lit up it is so pretty, we didn't need a lot of extra decorations. Everyone at Windows is so easy to work with. I must have exchanged about over 100 e-mails with Molly, our coordinator and was always so prompt and responsive to all my questions. Their food is so good, we had so many people comment on how amazing the food is and what big size portions you get. I am so glad we had our Wedding at Windows on the River!
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Becky Sent on 08/20/2017
5 out of 5 rating
WOTR did a fantastic job for our daughters wedding reception. The food was fantastic and Molly was great to work with! We had a cocktail reception at the Aquarium which everyone loved!
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Christine Sent on 08/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing venue! We were so pleased with the accommodations and the friendly and professional staff. They went above and beyond our expectations. All of our guests raved about the food and service!
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Margie Sent on 01/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Windows on the River was an amazing venue. It looks, and feels so different than the typical hotel ballroom. The room was beautifully decorated, which was an additional saving for our budget. The staff was professional from our first meeting through the event. We absolutely loved the food, it was even better than at the tasting event. Many guests commented that it was some of the best food they'd had at a wedding. It was a great value, the linens, alcohol, cake, appetizers, and even the ice sculpture were part of the price, which made it incredibly easy to plan. Thank you everyone that made our daughter's wedding so fun and beautiful! You are the best!
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Jeffery Sent on 08/03/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Windows was absolutely wonderful to work with. Flexible as far as menu, options and accessories could go. Very reasonably priced with high quality food and service.
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Alessa Sent on 09/23/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Everything was perfect for our wedding. We worked with Bobbi, who was more then attentive and helpful. The day went off without a hitch, the food was delicious, the service was amazing, and Windows is beautiful. Anyone looking for a beautiful place to get married in downtown Cleveland this is the place to have it!!!
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Athena Sent on 08/14/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I have always loved Windows on the River (WOTR). I had attended a luncheon there many years ago and had remembered the amazing view of the river and of downtown Cleveland. Our reception was in the City View Room which is lined with amazing ceiling high windows. It truly is breathtaking! Inside the room is a balcony level which we utilized for cocktail hour. It worked out perfectly and gave the room more dimension. We also utilized the outdoor patio for some nighttime cocktails. It was beautiful with the city skyline in the background. The wait staff at Windows on the River was absolutely amazing. They were prompt, polite, and did not rush us with our meals or cocktails. They were quick to refill any water or wine glasses and were also quick to bring refills on cocktails. I received multiple compliments on the amazing staff at WOTR. I could not be happier with my reception choice and the memories we have shared at WOTR.
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Rachel Sent on 07/13/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I knew that I wanted to have my wedding at Windows on the River after we attended a family friend's wedding there. It was so beautiful and unique that I was captivated! We were worried about the cost of having our wedding downtown and what I assumed a high price for WoTR. After researching and visiting other locations, the price per plate was very reasonable in comparison to other places such as La Malfa and Quail Hallow. We worked with Kris Jones and she was very receptive and helpful. WoTR offers multiple packages, but they allowed us to create our own with only the items we wanted, which helped to reduce the cost. Everyone at Windows was so kind and helpful. We were allowed to view the venue whenever we wanted and were welcome to come on a Friday or Saturday morning to see how it was set up for a wedding. The tasting was excellent. We were kept in the know about the renovations they were making, which turned out wonderfully; the venue is even more beautiful and modern. We were allowed to bring in our decorations a week in advance, and with instructions written on the boxes, the staff set up all of our decorations and centerpieces exactly how we wanted. They were also very helpful when needing to add, change, and remove meals just two days before the wedding. Kathy was on hand the night of our wedding and was absolutely wonderful! She helped to keep me calm and made sure everything went off without a hitch. The food was excellent! We got so many compliments from our guests. It was great that they served the children's meals earlier and had the salads pre-plated, so no one was hungry while doing the speeches etc. The food was hot and not overdone. Nothing tasted like it was microwaved. Kathy told us that at 6:30 the chef was just started to cook everything--this made the food taste wonderfully as it was not sitting around all day or reheated. The staff, bartenders, and servers couldn't have been better. The night was wonderful, and we couldn't have been happier!
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Lauren Sent on 01/06/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We were fortunate to work with Molly for our reception in the City View Room. She and the staff at Windows on the River were very helpful in the planning process. Molly was very receptive to our requests and made sure everything was set up well ahead of time. We were lucky to have excellent weather and were able to host the cocktail hour on the patio at sunset, which our guests loved. The food selections were delicious - everyone was very happy with their entree selections. We were also really impressed with the venue's professionalism - especially with their handling of the decorations and gifts.
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Windows on the River frequently asked questions

Windows on the River includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Tables
Windows on the River includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Windows on the River includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Windows on the River for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Waterfront
Windows on the River offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Windows on the River offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Windows on the River offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
Windows on the River offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Windows on the River is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.5 in flexibility, 4.5 in professionalism, 4.5 in value and 4.3 in average response time.
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