The newly renovated, family-owned and operated Chateau Ritz is a perfect location for Chicagoland receptions! We have a strong reputation for providing quality, consistent cuisine and exceptional service.. Our kitchen is led by Chicago veteran, Chef Al Panou. The Chateau Ritz is accessible by 294, 94, and 90 expressways.
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
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Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Planning, Food & Catering, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
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Chateau Ritz Reviews
Jacob Johnsen(other)5 out of 5 Rating
This September we booked this venue for our wedding. Everything was perfect. The office staff was so patient answering all our questions leading up to the wedding. Even when we had to call them more often closer to the event. We were nervous about booking the venue before the food tasting. The office staff heard our concerns and let us do a tasting prior to booking. On the day of the wedding, the staff and bartending service was exceptional. They made sure they had a point of contact person so they did not have to bother me with any issues during the event. They also checked on me several times to make sure I didn't need anything. We choose family style for our meal. They served good-sized portions and the food was delicious. Another benefit of this venue is its large parking lot and the private bridal suite. If you have older family members attending they do not have to walk far like in the city. We were so happy with our experience at this location. Both of us would highly recommend Chateau Ritz to anyone planning an event. Reviewed on 29-10-2023
Delisha Jackson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-07-2021 Thank you all for making Our Wedding THE BEST! All the office team members were extremely helpful and showed excellent customer service. Also the food was AMAZING and the Bartenders were GREAT! I will definitely recommend Chateau Ritz to others having events. Thank you all again! Reviewed on 15-07-2021
Loreal Burris(bride)1 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-11-2020 This place is so heartless. They have refused to give us our $2000 back due to the fact that we had to cancel our wedding because of Covid. They wouldnât even give us a partial refund. They showed no sympathy at all just concern about the money they making. They do not care about you just money. Stay away Reviewed on 25-09-2020
Donna Chlimon(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-09-2020 I would give Chateau Ritz 100 stars if I could...After switching banquet halls, THE WEEK OF OUR PLANNED WEDDING, Chateau Ritz came in for the rescue! Mike, who helped us with everything, was our lifesaver, savior, angel in disguise. Through every detail, he guided us and helped us throw a wedding that we will never forget. We will never ever forget the care that was put into ensuring that we were happy. Believe me not, he made us even more than happy! On top of the genuine care, Chateau Ritz is the most beautiful banquet hall that you will ever see. EVERYTHING is stunning, from the first entrance in the lobby to the actual hall. The chandeliers are absolutely breathtaking, jaw-dropping, a magical sight to see. Chateau, you will hold a dear place in my heart and I will never stop bragging about how you made my wedding absolutely perfect. You are magnificently beautiful, and the owners behind you are even more beautiful. I will tell all family, friends, random strangers, that if they don't have their wedding/event at Chateau Ritz they are absolutely crazy. This is the BEST banquet in the Chicagoland area, nothing else comes close! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! - Donna & John Reviewed on 09-09-2020
Dominique Gavin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-03-2020 Great space! Clean! Reasonable! Reviewed on 09-04-2020
Anna Kusior(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-06-2019 We couldn't be more thankful that we went with Chateau Ritz. After looking at over a dozen banquet halls (seriously.) we finally found everything we were looking for in Chateau Ritz. On the top of our must have lists were beautiful interiors, elegant finishes, large dancefloor, hospitable point people, and of course- price! Our first visit lead us to a meeting with Ari. He was very attentive to our needs and was extremely accommodating to meet them. Even though our wedding day was 18 months out (many vendors saw this as a liability), Ari was able to create a package that checked every box for at a more than reasonable price point. He was even able to accommodate some of our venue requests for Polish wedding traditions. Throughout the process we were treated like part-of-the-family.Leading up to the wedding worked with Mike & Jessica who did an amazing job laying out the specific details. We were able to arrange multiple visits & tastings to see what the final product would look like. Our meticulousness could have been perceived as annoying by most, but the team at Chateau would always empathize with our attention to detail. The reception at Chateau Ritz was the most stress free part of the hectic day. Mike & Jessica took care of everything. Even when a last minute request or change came up they were quick to accommodate. The level of service they provided us was truly above and beyond and it really made it easy to enjoy the moment. Thanks again for making our celebration an amazing day! Reviewed on 18-07-2019
Stephanie Rodriguez(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-12-2018 Let me start off by saying that Claudia Happa and her staff are amazing. They went above and beyond with their service, and made the whole process smooth from start to finish. From the moment we first walked into the Chateau Ritz, Claudia was very welcoming and answered any questions that we had. We knew from the moment we walked out on our first visit that this would be our venue. After putting down our deposit, we made a number of other visits to the venue throughout the year, and each time Claudia and her staff welcomed us with open arms, answered our questions, and even let us walk around the rooms as other events were going through their preparations. It definitely helped us as we tried to visualize our own wedding layout. The hall itself is beautiful, and quite affordable considering all of its amenities. It has a solid marble dance floor, sturdy tables/chairs, and gorgeous chandeliers. Even if you go with half of the room, it is quite spacious: fits up to 300 guests comfortably. There is plenty of parking space, and they allow you to leave your car overnight as long you let them know beforehand. During our research on food reviews, we had read and heard from others that the food was delicious - indeed it was. The Chicken Chateau was amazing, and our vegetarian guests loved the lasagna.On the day of our wedding, Claudia was very happy to see us, and reassured us that everything was being taken care of. As you might expect, not everything goes according to plan at weddings, but Claudia and her staff truly looked out for us and accommodated us when something didnât go as planned. The staff was very courteous and welcoming. One member of the wait staff even stayed late to set up and manage our late night snack table. At the end of the night, Claudia allowed us to wait at the hall while we waited for our delayed shuttle buses to take us to our hotel. They were even nice enough to collect anything that was left behind and store it in their office - we picked everything up the next day. Truly exceptional service. We loved our experience at the Chateau Ritz and HIGHLY RECOMMEND it - 110%. Reviewed on 21-05-2019
Annabel Jajou(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-09-2018 We are very pleased after having our wedding at the Chateau Ritz in September of this year! Mike and the rest of the crew were very helpful with our wedding planning process. We had to do most of our wedding planning long distance and they were nothing but accommodating. We even had a last minute issue and they were there to take care of it so I wouldnât have to be stressed out days before my wedding. The food was excellent and the wedding day itself was perfect! The venue is so beautiful! Thank you to all of the staff who helped us make our wedding dreams come true ï Reviewed on 25-11-2018
Michelle S(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-09-2018 The Chateau Ritz family were great to us, very accommodating, professional, patient, and friendly. This is a very beautiful venue, and it is worth every dime. The food was great, and the staff was very helpful, friendly, and professional. This is a must book venue for your next party. Reviewed on 21-09-2018
Tina Cahanin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-11-2017 We had our wedding reception at the Chateau Ritz in November of 2017 and couldn't have been happier about our choice! The very spacious bridal suite included a full bathroom (separate powder room) with enough room for about 3-4 girls to primp PLUS a whole sitting area big enough for at least 5-6 people comfortably. It was the perfect retreat when we needed a breather between the ceremony and the reception and the best part was that the waitstaff brought us up some food from our cocktail hour! We were starving and that hit the spot. The candlelit room looked gorgeous! They placed the lighting exactly where I asked them to. Listen to them when they tell you what size room to get, they know what they're talking about. I kept thinking my 125 person wedding would take up the entire banquet hall but they insisted that I only rent one side. Of course, they were right. There are many places to take amazing pictures here. My guests are still talking about how awesome the food was. We served filet, sea bass, and vegetarian lasagna. This is not your average banquet food and the portions were huge! They did this really cute bow tie strawberry display on our sweets table too. The bartenders were super friendly and accommodating. Actually, everyone was. They never missed any of the details we requested. The price was very fair and the bar package was generous. We are truly thankful we chose the Chateau Ritz. Reviewed on 11-02-2018
Jason Young(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-12-2017 My husband and I had both our ceremony and reception at Chateau on December first. We booked with them in early January, throughout the 11 months in working with them, they were very professional and friendly. I had several questions that I emailed the staff, and they were always prompt with responding. We had a hiccup a week before the wedding in regards to the space, because originally we were the only event booked. However the staff at Chateau are problem solvers! Nick, Jimmy and Mike worked diligently to make sure that our day was special, and were always willing to speak with us via email or in person. I would highly recommend this venue! It is a beautiful space, the food is yummy, the bartenders (serving premium liquor) are fun and make great drinks and and the staff is wonderful! They do their best to accommodate their clients in every way possible. Brides, there is a suite available for you on the big day. My bridesmaids and myself got ready in the suite, there were 8 of us so there's plenty of room. We have no regrets in choosing the Chateau as our venue. All of our guests were impressed and we truly had an unforgettable time! Reviewed on 18-12-2017
Joann Noche(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-01-2017 We had our wedding reception at Chateau Ritz on January 7, 2017. Everything was absolutely outstanding! If I could give this place six stars out of five, I would! From the moment in August when we first inquired with their incredibly friendly and accommodating management team about availability and pricing until the moment our last guests had left, the service provided was A+ quality. Mike, Claudia, and Jim were all very nice, very honest, and very competent.This place not only offers an affordable package and enough space to easily handle a 220+ person celebration, but the quality of everything we got was great too! Considering their pricing was so much better than other places we looked, we were at first a little skeptical, but we sacrificed nothing in terms of quality.While the exterior of the building is rather drab and the location is not real sexy, do NOT get the wrong impression. The interior of the venue is absolutely beautiful - and they will configure and decorate the banquet room however you prefer. The food was incredible. Many of our guests - including members of my husband's Italian American family - commented that it was the best food they had EVER eaten at a wedding. The liquor selection is outstanding too, and they use professional, full-time servers so the operation is very efficient. The bridal suite with a private bathroom was ideal for me and my bridesmaids. The entire experience planning our wedding reception at Chateau Ritz exceeded both my expectations and my husband's. We would highly recommend to anyone to plan their wedding at the Chateau Ritz. Reviewed on 20-01-2017
alexandrea georgiou(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
If I could give 6 stars or more I would! Chateau Ritz has surpasses any expectation I had for a wedding reception venue. From the beginning they made me feel comfortable and like family. Any concern or worry I had, they were very reassuring. They are one of the most reasonably priced in the area. You get so much food and amenities for your money! Most venues try to nickel and dime you for any additional request, but not Chateau Ritz. The staff is genuine and truly cares about making your day special. They would quickly respond to my many questions I had throughout the process. The hall is absolutely beautiful! It felt spacious, but private enough for an intimate setting. The food is beyond amazing (the best âwedding foodâ I have ever had) and the open bar had many options! I would recommend Chateau Ritz to anyone looking to be taken care of and be put at ease. Reviewed on 08-04-2015
Shabana Karim(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-08-2014 The place was gorgeous! And the staff was great to work with. I would call them at random times to just make sure that everything will be how I want it and they would always respond very promptly via phone or email. They also are paired with a couple bakeries so they help you get a good deal for the wedding cake as well. Reviewed on 03-10-2014
JENNIFER VALENCIA(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-03-2013 I realy loved it here. They were very accomodating and gave a discount for off season wedding. The place is very clean and beautiful. I highly recommend it and would come here again for other occasions. Reviewed on 02-06-2014
Muhanad Jazrawi(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-12-2013 I had my wedding on December 14,2013 ,I can not even begin to explain how wonderful \rChateau Ritz . I live out of state and they made it so easy for me to plan the wedding from where I am. I can only imagine how easy it is if you live there. Anything I needed they had and more . It was a beautiful venue with excellent food all around. Everyone commented on how great it was. It was also noted what a wonderful, relaxing, stress-free night it was. All due to the wonderful staff at \rChateau Ritz. and a special Thanks to Mike , he was an extremely helpful for the entire process ,he had an Amazing experience, he Answered all our questions and concerns,thank you again \rChateau Ritz! Reviewed on 09-01-2014
lena salam(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-08-2013 Love chateau ritz, my wedding was amazing .... My guests love the food and the service .... They did everything I asked for ..... I highly recommend chateau ritz for wedding or any other even ..... Great place ... Thanks chateau ritz for making my wedding night am amazing event. Reviewed on 12-09-2013
karolen hasdoo(bride)3 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-08-2013 the hall was absolutely gorgeous, especially due to our florist, but the food was nasty: cold/bland/rubbery not good at all, def did not expect that since everyone raves about their food. Reviewed on 05-09-2013
Yara Hamwi(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-06-2013 The Chateau Ritz staff was amazing. They were very helpful with every step all the way up to the day of the wedding. The waitress were very respectful, fast, and efficient. My guests were well pleased with the decor and the staff's work. My wedding had about 300 people and the price was very reasonable. The bridal suite is large and beautiful. The set up was exactly how I asked them. I couldn't ask for anything more! I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone :) Reviewed on 12-07-2013
cassandra Clark(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-01-2013 Chateau Ritz is a beautiful hall!! My husband and I loved it. They transformed the room for us and let us add last min. people the day of. The only thing is we did not like the bakery that comes included in the price. Too dry and blah. Other than that I would go back! Reviewed on 11-02-2013
Erin Crutcher(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-09-2012 the moment I stepped into Chateau Ritz I made up my mind that this was where we would be having our wedding reception. I, of course, had to look at other locations and let my at the time fiance think he had a choice, but in my heart, I knew. Every person we talked to was help and kind. They really wanted our reception to make US happy. Nick and Joanne worked with us on a beautiful layout, back lighting, and table linens to ensure our reception was everthing we could have asked for. The food was delicious too! I would suggest Chateau Ritz to any future bride!!! Reviewed on 02-10-2012
Jenney Paschos(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-09-2012 My husband and I grew up in the area, but hadn't seen the inside since their renovation years ago. It's amazing! Our guests can't stop raving about how gorgeous everything was! (Us too!!) The staff was very helpful throughout the planning phases, they really work with you to make everything how you want it. And the food was awesome, our guests keep raving about that too. Even the cake, they don't make it themselves obviously, but they contract with Sugar Hills Bakery, and that cake was so delicious. Decorated exactly how I wanted and was the best wedding cake I've ever had! Definitely look into the Ritz! Reviewed on 28-09-2012
JoAnn Bialobrzewski(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-08-2012 Chateau ritz has been completely re-vamped. It is beautiful inside! They set the room up perfect for our wedding. Only downfall is that there was only ONE bridal suite, in order to get the bridal suite you have to be the first to come. We just used the venue and had a wedding coordinator/ venue from outside. Reviewed on 08-09-2012
Nineveh Ewan(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2010 My husband an I had our wedding reception at Chateau Ritz on 10/23/2010. They did a great job with the amount of time given. We booked them only six months in advance. They were helpful, friendly and did a great job. Everything looked beautiful. They had recently updated the place, and did a great job with it. Thank you all so much! Nin & Elie Reviewed on 22-10-2011
Dana Shabo(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-07-2011 I loved this venue!! The food was very good and the service was excellent, I will hardly recommended. Reviewed on 30-07-2011
The Chateau Ritz has been family owned and operated for over 25 years and offers breathtaking options for all your social or corporate events.The Chateau Ritz is well known for its beautiful decor, spacious rooms and premium quality cuisine. Situated in the heart of Niles, the Chateau Ritz is conveniently located for a Chicagoland reception or event, bordering northwestern Chicago and easily accessible by I294, I94 and I90 expressways.