the Gramercy at lakeside manor Reviews

WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE OUR VENUE
THE FOOD THE DRINKS NOTHING BUT THE BEST
THE ATTENDANTS AWESOME....VICTORIA WAS THE BEST HELPED US WITH EVERTHING AND PAULINE WOW THE BEST. WE ACTUALLY ENJOYED OUR DAY NO STRESS NO MESS LOL... NOTHING BUT THE BEST...OUR GUEST WERE SO HAPPY AND STILL ARE TALKING ABOUT OUR SPECIAL DAY..
THANKS AGAIN

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We can NOT say ENOUGH about this venue!! I’d give 10 stars if I could!
Dean and his staff went above and beyond for us, exceeding ALL of our expectations!! Because of Covid, we had to change the date 4 times and each time, Dean was so easy to work with and just simply amazing! Pauline, my attendant for the day, was just outstanding!!! She pampered me the entire time!!! We could not have found a better place!! All of our guests were wowed and can’t stop telling us how great of a time they had and how amazing the food was!! One of my relatives, who happens to be a food connoisseur, said the meat was the best she has EVER had!!
The amount of food and the quality of all of it was ridiculous! The price was VERY reasonable as the food was exquisite and the service was impeccable!
I can not thank Dean and the rest of the staff enough!!! Made ALL of my fairytale wedding dreams come true!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

I had my wedding at the Gramercy on August 15, 2021. It was originally planned for May 2020 but given the pandemic and circumstances we had to reschedule three times. Throughout this time Dean and the entire Gramercy staff was completely understanding and made the process seamless. On the day of the wedding,
Dean, Victoria, Pauline, and Javier went above and beyond for us. Dean made sure that we stayed on schedule and worked well with our wedding coordinator. Pauline was a godsend. She made sure that the groom and I ate and were well hydrated. She was always nearby in case we needed something and also made sure our parents were well taken care of. Javier was super helpful in helping my grandma after she fell they were able to assist her with a wheelchair for the remainder of the night. The food was abundant. Our guess were greeted with champagne upon arrival. There was literally so much food for cocktail hour that our guest thought that this was the dinner. The chef did an amazing job with the food. Dinner was great as well and the dessert buffet was OUTSTANDING. Every dessert imaginable was in that thing including huge milkshakes. The bartender did a superb job with making all of our cocktails.
I have zero complaints about our wedding day.If you are looking for a place with great communication, professionalism, food, and elegant decor then this is your place.

I can’t tell you enough how happy I am we went with the Gramercy. It wasn’t hard once we walked inside but the food & service were also amazing!

We had our wedding here and it was amazing!!! Victoria is the best and helped is through everything- even when we thought Covid was going to force us to cancel our event. The day went perfect- Paulina was an ANGEL!! She forced my husband and I to sit and eat dinner the night of our wedding hahhh!!! I love this hall so much- a big thing for me in cleanliness and let me tell you this hall is SPOTLESS!!!! There were a few times I went in and Dean had a team re painting or cleaning the carpets- definitely made my husband and I feel more comfortable being that this was our first large party since COVID. Thank you soo much for making our day so special!

The Gramercy was the first venue we visited and nothing we saw from there compared to it, either in North Jersey or New York. The drop dead stunning floor to ceiling windows, the elegant white marble entry with grand staircase, the food, and the service. Literally unbelievable. Vicky was extremely responsive the entire time and so flexible with us. They made sure we had our day exactly how we wanted it and being a bride, it’s always hard to make time to eat, but they made sure we had food in front of us at all times and continually had our drinks ready to go. Incredible service. My husband and I left our wedding asking why everyone doesn’t get married at The Gramercy. Thank you, Vicky, Paulina and the team!!

I got married on Valentine’s Day and it was absolutely beautiful. The staff, the venue was simply incredible. However the star of the whole process was Victoria!! She was my wedding coordinator that works for the venue. Omg I don’t know what I would have done without her! She was truly an Angel and I feel so blessed that she was apart of such a special moment in my life. If it wasn’t for her being with me over my year of planning I don’t know what I would have done. She responded to my numerous emails quickly and even late at night. You can truly tell she loves what she does! She is the true gem in this beautiful venue. Thank you Victoria!! xoxoxo

The Gramercy exceeded our expectations! The place in general is breathtaking! It’s clean, sleek, romantic, and glamorous.The food was phenomenal and the staff is on the money. Our guests said they would never forget cocktail hour and the Viennese hour. I have never seen more food that was not only plentiful but delicious! They did everything they said they would do and more. Dean was there no matter what hour answering questions and making sure we were at ease. Victoria made us feel comfortable with all the little details added to our room and Paulina was my side kick the whole night! Anything and everything we need she was on it! Everything was delivered as they presented it. Thank you for being a HUGE part of making our day PERFECT!
Kristina and Daniel Wellner

I can not say enough amazing things about The Gramercy, their entire team is phenomenal! I worked with Dean mainly and he’s so on top of everything! Super responsive and professional! Pauline is an absolute doll! She treats you and your guests as if they are royalty! Vicki is also such a sweetheart! Set our our decor just as we had envisioned it. My guests can’t stop raving about how it the best wedding they have ever been to! Thank you all again!!

Love, Danielle, Howard and Yoda!

Dean was amazing to work with very responsive, catered to all our needs, made everything so simple and easy! Never stressed about planning the wedding because of dean ! The grounds are stunning, and everyone was so amazing the day of, beforehand everything! Our guest raved about how amazing the food was, cocktail hour how much food there was. Was not disappointed in the slightest

I cant say enough things about the Gramercy! The second we walked in, me and my husband knew this was our venue. Dean and his team were amazing to work with! He was upfront and honest and willing to work with whatever ideas we had. The food is delicious, and the amount of food you get is even better! We still have people raving about the food and it’s been over a month since our wedding! Pauline is an angel! She was always making sure I was okay, always getting me a drink, and making sure both my parents and in-laws tables were good! She was fantastic!! You will not be disappointed with the Gramercy! It is a beautiful venue, with truly delicious food. I cannot wait to host my next big event there!

From beginning to end the Gramercy met all of our needs. They were responsive, professional and diligent. We worked specifically with Victoria and it was like working with a close friend on making your dreams come true. Any question I had along the way she was able to answer them. There was never a moment in time where I felt like we made the wrong decision in choosing The Gramercy. I wanted elegance. Got it! I wanted a grand staircase entrance. Got it! I wanted to feel special and catered to. Got it! I would absolutely recommend this place again and again. Thank you so much Gramercy at Lakeside Manor for making our wedding look so beautiful and feel so effortless!

Stephen and I had our wedding here on August 11,2019. There’s not enough words to describe how satisfied we were with how everything turned out. The food was AMAZING from the cocktails hour to the main dish! Our guest till this day can not stop talking about how great the food was! I would like to give a special thank you to Dean and Pauline for dealing with us from the very beginning to the very end. I would recommend this venue to all couples and business for any event. I loved how the building was for us only and how attentive the employees and Dean himself was to us. They went above my standards and I hope to attend more weddings at this venue!

We have just had our wedding at the Gramercy at Lakeside Manor and we couldn't be happier! Leading up to the wedding date, Dean (the manager/owner) was extremely responsive, no matter what time of day we contacted him. If we needed a quick meeting, he always made time to meet with us in person. He was able to accomodate all of our requests, including different style drinks for signature drinks (such as limoncello mules and strawberry margaritas), as well as any color themes and table setups that we wanted. On the day of the wedding, we didn't have to worry about anything! It went so smoothly, since Dean and his staff were on top of everything and ensured we were where we had to be, without us having to worry or even think about it. We got to enjoy the entire party and be with our friends and family because of this. After the wedding, we were told by all of our guests how amazing the food was! Definitely a great place to have your wedding!

Dean and his crew at the Gramercy are absolutely amazing. From the moment we booked our wedding to the very end, Dean was by our side. Dean made sure our night was extra special and it was just that. Not only is the venue gorgeous, but he food and service is out of this world! Our guests are raving about the food! Thank you so much Dean! Oh and we can’t forget our amazing bridal attendant Pauline. She was by my side to bustle me, make sure we had food, and drinks. Pauline became our best friend. We can’t thank her enough for making our night easy and fun!

I can’t recommend The Gramercy enough! You should absolutely consider this venue if you want a modern, up to date, personalized wedding. Working with Dean made our planning that much easier and fun! From the start, we felt so comfortable knowing our day was going to go exactly as planned and we were fully taken care of. The staff is so attentive, flexible, and willing to do whatever it takes to make sure the Bride/Groom and their guests have everything they need and more. The ballroom is beautiful and the ceiling really ties together their elegant vibe. Our guests called and texted for days after the wedding raving about the cocktail hour, food stations, and venetian hour. No guest will go home hungry!

I wanted to take the time to thank Dean and the AMAZING team at The Gramercy for helping me create a freaking memorable wedding day! They were beyond amazing and I am forever grateful! The level of professionalism, promptness, care and impeccable customer service I received did not go unnoticed and I will forever cherish that about working with Dean and The Gramercy. The food and dessert bar at the end of the night were unbelievable and my guests are still boasting about that and about the great time they had! I am happy I chose The Gramercy as my venue of choice and other brides looking to book them can’t go wrong!!

Let's just start with the most important part: I would without hesitation recommend The Gramercy to friends, family, curious folks for any event.

We got married at The Gramercy this past New Years' Eve, and while I thought it would be amazing day, The Gramercy really exceeded my expectations.

We got engaged Christmas Eve 2017. At the time, we were living in California, but knew we wanted to get married in NJ, so we had about two weeks to pick a venue. My mom suggested The Gramercy because ~25 years, she had my brother's baptism at The Lakeside Manor and remembered it being a good experience. She said they had renovated, but it was still the same people, so we checked it out. The Gramercy was the first and last place we looked. We were so impressed with the hall, Dean, and the incredible amount of detail that The Gramercy handled for a pretty reasonable price. They were pretty booked up (so get in early), but we managed to snag New Years' Eve 2018.

Over the course of the year, planning from California, Dean was great at answering questions quickly. I'm a worrier, but he put my mind at ease.

The day of, things could not have been more perfect. Everything inside the hall looked beautiful from the way they laid out the escort cards to the votives they added for ambiance to the lighting. The food was amazing. So many people told us the food at cocktail hour was fantastic. I had TWO tough critics say the calamari was the best they ever had.

Throughout the night the staff kept everyone organized. The service was impeccable. Everyone was quick to bring out orders/drinks, and they were all super friendly. I especially appreciate that since I know we pulled them away from their friends and families on a holiday to be there.

I also have to mention Pauline, who was our bridal attendant and then some. She was AMAZING! She helped keep the bridal party moving during pictures, she made sure we ate during cocktail hour, she bustled my super complicated 30-ribbon bustle, she helped us organize the introductions, and she did an incredible job during the reception making sure our families and ourselves were served in a timely manner. She also made sure neither my husband nor myself nor the important members of our family ever went without anything. I was literally standing on the dance floor with a not quite empty glass, and she would swoop in with a fresh full one without ever asking. I got to experience my wedding, not just be rushed through it, and that is very much thanks to her. Everyone has been raving about her incredible service for four days now. She is just a true gem.

Overall, it was an 11/10 experience. I'm currently trying to come up with excuses to have another party there ;)

I had my wedding here at the Gramercy on 11/10/18 and it was amazing! It was the first venue we looked at, and the best one by far. It’s a one wedding at a time place which is amazing because you get the full attention. Once we sat down with Dean we knew right away this was the place for us- as Dean says you want a party, you want fun. And they make sure it happens.
Dean and Victoria went above and beyond to accommodate all of our request. They were extremely helpful, professional and so personable and that’s what sets them apart from the rest. Any questions we had were answered almost immediately. They made everything so easy!
Our guest are still complimenting us on everything, from how neat/clean/ and modern the venue itself is and to how amazing the cocktail hour was. All the food was DELICIOUS, and so many options! The mashed potato bar was a huge hit.
Pauline our bridal attendant was so sweet and she made sure the night flowed seamlessly and with ease. She made sure we had everything we needed. She made sure we never had an empty drink in hand and plenty to eat. She was with us all night long, as well as tending to our parents.
We had an AMAZING wedding thanks to everyone at the Gramercy.

I can barely put in to words how perfect my wedding day was. The very moment I walked in to The Gramercy I fell in love. Most venues look nice in pictures and when you see them in person your mind quickly changes but with this one the pictures barely do it justice. Dean and his team were in for a challenge with me. I set the bar sky high and they soared above all of my expectations. My guests are still raving about the endless food, the top notch service and the beautiful decor. Pauline was out of this world amazing from start to finish. The entire night she hid in the shadows and was at my every beck and call before I could even say her name. If you want your wedding to be the best day of your life, choose The Gramercy.

After browsing a handful of venues for our wedding, me and my fiance decided that The Gramercy was going to be our top pick. The place is truly beautiful, inside and out! Dean and Staff exceeded our expectations, everything went smooth and i couldn't have asked for anything else. Pauline who was my help for the day was truly amazing, she had tended to my every need and was simply amazing! From start to finish everything flowed, the cocktail hour was great! The dinner options were all great, and the Venetian hour was yummy! I cant thank The Gramercy enough for making my special day one of the memorable days of my life!!

The Gramercy made my dream wedding come true on October 28, 2018!I cannot thank the Gramercy team enough on how perfect and flawless my big day turned out to be and all the hard work they did to make sure everything was perfect! The venue, the details, the food, the staff and how well coordinated everything turned out to be was above and beyond my expectations. All my guest continue to rave about how beautiful my wedding was and how amazing the food was. THANK YOU GRAMERCY TEAM, WE LOVE YOU!

I don't even know where to begin! I had my wedding June 15th, 2018 and I couldn't of been more amazed. This is the best decision we made. From the moment I stepped foot into The Gramercy I knew it was the venue for us! The foyers, and the cocktail hour room are amazing, and then the grand ballroom is just WOW, Breathtakingly Beautiful! When I first started planning my wedding, Dean was extraordinary. He is amazing to work with and answered any of my questions almost immediately. He made the entire process effortless, constantly reminding me that they will be there to take care of everything! Pauline the bridal attendant was phenomenal. I felt like royalty the entire night. Not only did she take care of me, but she took care of my parents and the parents of the groom. I always had a drink in my hand, and she was there waiting on me and helping me with anything I needed!! She really took the pressure of the day away! Now onto the food! Amazingggg!! What they include for the cocktail hour is the most I have ever seen! Anything you could imagine is there, you really don't need to upgrade, but they do have options to do so. Some of my guests thought that was dinner! The main course meals were delicious and cooked to perfection. I like that guests had the option that night to decide what they wanted. And then there is the dessert! WOW again. So many options! Cakes, ice cream, milkshakes etc. My guests are still raving about the food and desert from the wedding. I am so glad that we choose this as our wedding venue! If I could go back and do it all over again I would! I am still looking for a reason to come back there! Thank you again to Dean and the entire staff for an amazing night that I will remember forever! Look no further and book the Gramercy! You will not regret it!

It has been 3 weeks since our wedding, and friends/family continue to rave about The Gramercy! The venue is absolutely breathtaking, from the sheik cocktail room to the glamourous ballroom, our guests were in awe when they walked in. The food was absolutely delicious from the cocktail hour to the main course. The cocktail stations were unique, diverse, and even the most common dishes had a flair and distinct taste making them special. Don’t even get me started on how delicious the gourmet pastries and customized milkshakes were for dessert!
Dean and his family are an absolute pleasure to work with. They’re kind, accommodating, and go above and beyond to make your day special. Pauline, the Maitre d, was so on point throughout the day. Thanks to her, my dress was busseled beautifully, my husband’s tie was always straight, and the moment we finished our drink, a fresh one was awaiting us. She was AMAZING!

We highly recommend The Gramercy to anyone and EVERYONE for their wedding. You will not regret it!