Waterside Events Reviews

I don't really have enough words to describe my experience at Waterside. We found Waterside in early 2019 and immediately signed our contract to get married there in April 2020. When the pandemic was quickly ramping up, Waterside was able to help me find a new date (in November 2020). When it was clear that that date would still not be safe, they immediately opened their calendars to find a new date, this time November 2021. Waterside was by far my easiest vendor during the evolving COVID-situation and they made me, a very stressed-out bride, feel much more at ease. Shantal was my go-to person the entire time and was an extremely helpful, communicative, professional, and all-around amazing person to work with. Whenever I had a question, big or small, she always answered and provided all of the details needed.

We finally had our wedding on November 5th and wow, it was worth the wait. Christian was extremely helpful and communicative leading up to the wedding. I cannot rave enough about the entire Waterside team on the day of the wedding. Everyone was incredibly kind, accomodating, and always one step ahead. If I wanted one thing done a certain way, it was done, no hesitation. We had our ceremony outside right as the sun was beginning to set and it was a perfect backdrop – I highly recommend doing the ceremony outside if you can! We have had MULTIPLE people tell us this was the best wedding meal they've ever had, between the meal at the reception and the food during cocktail hour. Overall, this was the perfect venue for us and I would vouch for Waterside, Shantal, Leslie, and Christian to anyone looking for a gorgeous venue where you know you'll be taken care of! They are all professionals and will make this day so easy for you!

Shantal was so super helpful and sweet!

This was the first place we looked at to have our wedding. I knew right then and there that was the place. The view alone is enough. I had out of state guests and they couldn’t get over the view and how awesome it was. The food was absolutely amazing and no one left hungry. It’s also a great place just to have dinner and there is brunch on Sundays.

Shantal and Miguel were a pleasure to work with when we were planning the wedding. Highly recommend for any kind of event.

My fiancé and I chose the Waterside as the venue for our engagement party (February 28, 2015) and we could not have picked a more perfect place! The theme of our party was "The Great Gatsby," and the third floor where our party was allowed that theme to come alive. It is a beautiful venue with an art deco, glamorous and modern vibe. The view, the food, the service and the attention to detail were excellent. We wanted a venue in New Jersey where you could see the NYC skyline, and the view was breathtaking and made for incredible photos. The food was delicious from the salad, the appetizers, to multiple choices of entrees and then finally desserts, our guests are still talking about how much they loved it and how plentiful it was. Shantel was great to work with from the day we booked the venue until the night of the party. She took care of everything and allowed us to enjoy our party carefree! All in all, the party was a success and I (along with my fiancé, our families and I'm sure our guests) would highly recommend this venue!

We were nothing but pleased with Waterside and the super friendly team that works there. From start to finish we could not have asked for a better experience. Our wedding was perfect. Frances, one of the owners, took the time to make us feel like we were their most important customers. She's very warm and made us feel extremely welcome and comfortable each time we stopped in for meetings. Shantal, our wedding coordinator, made sure that our event went off without a hitch. She's the sweetest. She made sure that all of our requests were met and had everything organized for us. The space, with the view of NYC, is incredible and the food matched that amazing view. All of our guests have not stopped talking about how amazing the wedding was and how much they loved Waterside. You get a lot for your $. We are so happy we picked Waterside.
Javier and Craig

Jeffrey, my now husband, and I were in search for a stylish and modern reception venue overlooking the NYC skyline for our June 9, 2012 nuptial. We inquired with Liberty House, Chart House, Hyatt Regency in Jersey City, and Harborside, but Waterside was the only venue that offered a competitive and impressive wedding package. We dealt with Bob and Frances throughout the whole wedding planning period. They were both very sincere, warm, and professional to work with. Frances especially listened to our concerns and gave us helpful suggestions in selecting the menu. The mango pineapple cosmopolitan, our signature drink, was a hit! Her experience in the catering industry was assuring and we knew we chose the right reception venue. The new renovations made throughout the entire building made the venue even more beautiful. The views of the NYC skyline was spectacular throughout the daytime and evening hours. Our family and friends were not only impressed with the atmosphere but also with the delicious food, fabulous lighting, and attentive service received from the entire Waterside staff. Special thanks to Maria, our maitre d', who was courteous and accommodating to our other vendors. We are looking forward to working with the entire Waterside crew again and hosting more occasions at Waterside in the future!
Cherryl & Jeffrey Arnedo

There are no words to describe this venue except Pure Excellence. I have never seen such a more beautiful and well organized facility in the 10 years I have been in the restaurant industry. The food was phenomenal, the venue was clean New York chic, and the staff was top notch. If I could give an overall grade with my experience, I would say A+! From the moment I stepped into the venue and I shook hands with the owner, it was hook line and sinker. And now I can say after working with them for over a year, everyone at The Waterside Restaurant and Catering are my life long friends and even more so family. I know my wedding would not of been the same if it wasn't for them (Gus, Frances, Lesley, Shantal, Maria and everyone else...Thank You from the bottom of our hearts for making our wedding day so magnificant) E + C Russo

We held our daughter's wedding reception at The Waterside Restaurant. The entire experience was wonderful! The venue has a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline and everything has been recently renovated. The food is outstanding, highest quality and abundant. Everything about this place is first class. The Waterside staff is the number one reason to use this venue. They anticipated all of our needs and exceeded our expectations for service and attention to detail. They provided two maitre d's for the reception night who catered to the needs of the bride, groom, and us. We would wholeheartedly recommend this venue to anyone considering a New York area wedding. You will not find a better venue.

I had my wedding at Waterside in December 2023 (about ~120 guests) and cannot say enough good things about my experience. From working with Lesley who was super flexible in allowing me to visit multiple times to make my decision on the venue, to Shantal and Christian (the BEST day of partners you can ask for) who literally made sure everything I hoped for and asked for went as planned... the experience was incredible. I am one of those people who have lists and double check everything over and over again to ensure perfectness and Waterside made me feel so assured from beginning to end. The entire team was so responsive, answered any and all questions I had and most importantly, they made me feel welcome. The guests asked who I used as my day of coordinator because things ran so smoothly and the bride and groom weren't running around at all but enjoying each minute. And the FOOD! We chose Waterside because it is also a restaurant and the cocktail and main dishes were all amazing... guests said it was superior to any other wedding food they had. All in all, I want to thank Waterside for a great experience. There is literally nothing I would change if I had to go back, thanks to its amazing staff and hospitality!

They are professionals!
Shantal was great from beginning to end. Our wedding ceremony was suppose to be in the venue, outside. But it rained that day! So they moved it to the third floor, which was great ( I don’t know what I would of done if we didn’t get that option).
The venue is beautiful and the location is unbeatable.
Food was amazing, we heard from
Our guest that there was a vast amount of it during the cocktail hour. Dinner was delicious and fulfilling as well. No one left hungry I assure you of that!
Big thank you to Chris as well, he provide us and our guest with amazing service!
Thank you waterside!

Although my wedding isnt for two year, shantal has always responded when i have my many questions. She is a sweetheart!!!

There are no words to really express how grateful we are for the team at Waterside, in particular Shantal Videla. She, along with Miguel Medrano, made the whole process extremely smooth and relaxing. Every step of the way they held our hands, answered all of our questions, gave us advice, and handled every day of details and services. They worked with our vendors to ensure all of the pieces came together. Shantal was our main coordinator. As a bride, I am most thankful to her for calming my nerves, making me laugh, and offering her professional suggestions when I would become indecisive about a detail. The day of the wedding, when my mom could not bustle my dress' train, Shantal quickly came to the rescue and bustled my dress. Shantal and Miguel made sure my husband and I enjoyed the reception and the whole experience.

We had our wedding at Waterside in June and it was the most amazing day. From the food, to the location, to the people - everything was perfect!!! Even the planning was made SO easy and friendly with Lesley. And Chantal was with us the day of and was nothing short of amazing. Thank you Waterside, can't wait to have many anniversary dinners :)

This review is long overdue, and I'm really sorry it took so long! Waterside is a great location with great panoramic views of NYC. We reserved the third floor space and it was stunning! We chose the brunch option, and not only did they beat all of the competitors in the area, the food was truly great! My family who is usually blunt when they don't like something was extremely happy with the food and the space.

What sets them apart however, is their event planner, Shantal Videla! She was just amazing! She handled absolutely everything and made our life so much easier! To paint you a better picture, we met with her just 2 times prior to the event, and absolutely everything was perfect! I, myself, love to plan everything so that I can have peace of mind, but I didn't even have to do that! She thought of every possible solution to any of my questions or concerns! She is just that good! On the day of the event, she was handling another event on the second floor, but she still came to see us and even grabbed my wife and me a plate full of food because she knows how busy hosts get! Up until this day, I am so grateful for her dedication and attention to detail. We cannot recommend her and Waterside enough!

P.S. Shout out to Miguel as well! He took great care of us at the party! We're thankful for all of your help!

The Waterside is the place to have a Wedding reception. We had our wedding in July 2017. It was WONDERFUL. The entire wedding experience was EXCELLENT. Shantal Videla was EXTREMELY helpful. She is the best. We are so GRATEFUL to her. Everyone was pleased with the excellent food and of course with the location, that has an AMAZING view the NYC skyline. It was a PERFECT night! All of my guests continue to tell me, 8 months later what a great time they had!! We HIGHLY recommend it as wedding reception venue.

Words cannot begin to express how thankful and pleased we are with the entire staff at Waterside. After planning our destination wedding for over a year, we were forced to cancel it one month before our date due to the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. In a panic, we contacted Waterside. We set up a meeting to meet with Fran, one of the owners and discuss the details. From the first hello, Fran was amazing. She has such a kind demeanor and true love and passion for her business. She quickly put as at ease, giving us several options. Then we were introduced to Miguel, our Maitre D. It was truly a blessing having him in charge of our day. He helped us come up with decorating ideas and recommended us to some vendors who we ended up using, and LOVED. He set up the spaces exactly how we wanted them, even exceeding our expectations. On the day of, Miguel was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, tending to our every need and request. Many people warned us about not eating at our own wedding, but this was not the case as Miguel made sure we were fed, just as much as our guests were! Miguel also collaborated with our vendors to ensure the timeline went smoothly, even ending up being ahead of schedule so that we could fully enjoy every moment of it. From the food, to the staff, to Fran and Miguel, everything was truly exquisite and would highly recommend them to anyone!

My husband and I could not express enough how happy and grateful with are with the Waterside! From day one when we first walked into the room that we both fell in love with because ofsuch a breath taking view, to the amazing service from Lindsey, Shantel, and Miguel! All three were outstanding and very attentive to any phone calls, emails, and last minute visits. The are literally the Wedding Dream Team! We got married two months ago, and all our guests are still talking about our wedding, we knew we went with the best! When my husband and I always attended weddings, either the entertainment was great and the food/bar was bad or vice versa, and we told Lindsey in our first meeting our goal was to have the best entertainment, food, and bar; and she definitely delivered!

My wedding at Waterside Restaurant and Catering was absolutely phenomenal! The food was fresh and delicious! All of my guests raves about cocktail hour and their entrees. The VIEW is just immaculate. Every photo my guests took had the background of the NYC skyline. How fantastic is that?! Shantel, Miguel and Frances were so accommodating and helpful BEFORE and during my wedding. Every time I turned I saw both Shantel and Miguel present, as they were very vigilant to my needs and any of my requests. My guests also had great interactions with them which is a PLUS! I don’t have anything negative to say about this venue! My Husband jokes and asks if we can do it again! It was a beautiful and memorable party! Highly recommend!

My Husband and I Both Grew Up in the Restaurant Business. We Rarely Are Satisfied Whenever We Go Out To Eat. My Husband Is A Great Cook and Baker And Eating Out is Never Really Satisfying to Us. We Love Cooking For Ourselves Knowing We Use The Best & Most Freshest Ingredients. In September 2017 We Had An Event At The Waterside Restaurant in North Bergen for one of my Daughters. The Waterside Restaurant's Head Chef Is No One More Than Its Own -Owner! There Is Absolutely No Way You Will be Disappointed Being On Top Of Your Business and Knowing what You Are Delivering To The Paying Customer!....Nothing Else Can Be Said. Outstanding Was The FOOD -The Service-And of Course The Atmosphere Of Its NY Skyline Views. It Even Has An Elegant Set Up Outdoors For Good Picture Taking. A Big Thank You To The Well Manicured Staff And Hosts & Hostesses For Your Overall Management of The Whole Event. Always Had Our Backs Covered To Make Sure No Little Detail Was An Oversight!...B R A V O!!! We will be back for Plenty of Dinners and More Events Personal And Organizational. Thanks to Gus (Owner/Chef), Dina, Frances, Gus. The Event Planners, Shantal, Miguel, Lesley. We Give The Highest Rating. Love- Gus and Sophia Constandinou & Girls!

My fiance and I went to Waterside to get pricing for our wedding. The venue is beautiful and Shantal was super nice/very knowledgable. Probably the best-valued venue we saw throughout our shopping process, thank you!

I hosted my sister's Bridal Shower this past Saturday, July 22 and I was blown away by the wonderful service and the overall experience at the Waterside Restaurant. I worked closely with Shantal Videla throughout the planning process and she served as my host during the party. She was absolutely wonderful and answered all of my questions promptly with the utmost professionalism. The food was outstanding and the view was wonderful. My guests are still raving! Thank you to Shantal especially and to all of the Waterside staff members for allowing me to create this memory with all of my family and friends! I would definitely host another event at the Waterside Restaurant in the future.

We had our wedding at the Waterside in June 2017 and worked with Shantal for over a year to plan the reception. Throughout the entire process, she could not have been any easier and pleasant to work with - be it responding to general questions or providing her valuable insight regarding suggestions which made the night unforgettable. Shantal's attention to detail and willingness to accommodate our requests made us feel like we were her only clients even though she was juggling several other events at the same time. With all of the stress that is associated with wedding planning, it is comforting to know that you can fully trust and have complete confidence that every detail will be addressed. Shantal was the first person to greet us upon our arrival at the event and made sure we were taken care of throughout the entire night. It doesn't get any better! In addition to the exemplary service, the food and skyline views make this the ideal spot to have a wedding. I would highly recommend the venue for anyone looking to have any type of event!

This was truly our dream wedding at Waterside! The location has amazing views of the river and city skylines. I am so happy I decided to use this venue for my wedding this past August 2016. There food was amazing, it wasn't typical wedding food and the cocktail hour had a variety which was truly impeccable along with the elegant display.

Shantel and Miguel were truly my rock! I don't know what I would have done without them. They made everything run so smoothly. I did not have to think about anything at all, they were there to make sure my husband and I enjoyed ourselves. There confidence in their roles made my wedding outstanding.

This was the perfect place and I would recommend this venue! A completely 5 star venue all around!

Thank you,
The Achaibars

Me & my husband were married at Waterside on 11/19 and it was absolutely phenomenal. We had our ceremony on-site, along the Hudson, with the gorgeous NYC skyline as our back drop (great for photos!!). The food and service were fantastic and the staff, especially the Miguel and Shantal, were awesome. They made sure our night was perfect from beginning to end. Have your wedding at the Waterside and you'll have no regrets!

We could not be any happier that we had our wedding at Waterside! Shantal was so easy to work with, answered all our questions, and accommodated our every need. I honestly was a little hesitant at first to book so quickly, since it was only the second venue we had visited. But I'm so happy we did, otherwise we would have lost out on this amazing venue (which seemed to be booking up quickly). If you are looking for a venue with an amazing view, modern feel, and delicious food, Waterside is the place to book.

We were won over by the amazing view of the skyline, and knew that the food was going to be delicious since Waterside is a restaurant. This was confirmed at the tasting. Our guests also could not get over the view and could not stop raving about the food. Our guests said they filled up on the endless food at the cocktail hour, they barely had room for the main reception dishes.

We had some concerns about the size of the venue, since we had roughly 170 guests. Our ceremony overflowed off the main area, but it all worked out. We all fit cozily on the third floor for our reception. It felt a little snug and got hot quickly, but that was because our friends love to dance!