With 500+ 5-STAR REVIEWS, Parkway Banquets is one truly extraordinary venue! Nestled on the shores of Long Lake, next to the beautiful Lake County Forest Preserve, this is one of the most beautiful settings you will ever find. Parkway's AH-MAZING all-inclusive wedding packages are inexpensive and straightforward, making planning stress-free.
What's most common comment from Parkway's guests? "This is the BEST wedding I've ever been to!" Find out why Parkway Banquets is one of Lake County's BEST KEPT SECRETS! Make sure to check out the ALL INCLUSIVE, INTIMATE WEDDING PACKAGE!
Respect is at the heart of Parkway Banquetâs business model, which is why there are no hidden fees. Knowing that not every wedding is the same, they'll work with you to adjust any package to reflect what is most important to YOU. And get this: Parkway hosts romantic, canopied outdoor ceremonies - rain or shine! If needed, the wooded, lakefront ceremony area can be heated!
Parkway's lakefront venue can accommodate weddings for up to 200 guests. Their SECOND LOCATION, Parkway Banquets Salon, is only 2.8 miles away, and can host up to 400 guests!
The tree lined lakefront serves as the gorgeous backdrop for the reception area at Parkway Banquets. Incredible picture windows line one entire wall and look out onto the lake! This venue couldn't BE more warm and inviting. Sunsets on the lake provide a beautiful stage for wedding photos.
For the wedding day, food & beverages are both included, with many classic favorites on the menu. Almost every review Parkway receives mentions how good the food is! A wonderful sweet table and late-night snacks keep guests happy throughout the evening. Linens and dinnerware are all provided, as well as an amazing selection of award winning centerpieces! Setup and cleanup are all taken care of by an expert staff with 25+ years of experience. Looking for accommodations for out of town guests? No problem! There's great hotels close by, and transportation can be provided via hotel shuttle.
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, Other Desserts, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Packages, Destination Wedding Planning, Food & Catering, Planning, Se Habla Español, Wedding Design, Rentals & Equipment, Tents, Service Staff, Transportation, Shuttle Service
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Backyard, Ballroom, Beach, Waterfront, Garden, Park, Religious Setting, Restaurant, Tented, Trees
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Parkway Banquets Reviews
Ryan Beaman(other)5 out of 5 Rating
I got married here in 2007 and recently attended another wedding here and it was fabulous. Every time I walk into this magical space, it brings me back to my special day. And we couldn't have chosen a better venue that helped us bring our dream to life. Reviewed on 03-12-2023
Carissa Beaman(other)5 out of 5 Rating
I got married here in 2007 and recently attended another wedding here and it was fabulous. Every time I walk into this magical space, it brings me back to my special day. And we couldn't have chosen a better venue that helped us bring our dream to life. Reviewed on 03-12-2023
Criselle Oh(bride)4 out of 5 Rating
I'm so glad we found Parkway Banquets! We got so many compliments from guests on how beautiful the venue is. It was also affordable compared to so many venues we looked at. Additionally, my husband and I do not live in Illinois, so having them do all the decor & food took a huge weight off our shoulders during wedding planning. We truly couldn't imagine having had our wedding anywhere else. Thank you to Jerry & his staff!A thing that could be improved is communication with the owner. It was hard to get a hold of him, and we often had to send multiple emails/texts to get a response. Cathy did a wonderful job responding quickly on their FB page, however. One other thing is that we weren't aware the staffing fee would be so high until we saw the final invoice.Overall, a great experience with Parkway Banquets, and I highly recommend it! Reviewed on 05-09-2023
Diana Kacper(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We hosted our wedding reception at Parkway Banquets by the lake in the middle of June, and we couldn't imagine the day going smoother! Jerry, Cathy, and the rest of the Parkway staff put in tremendous effort to realize our vision and make it come through. We've heard nothing but positive comments from our family and friends who attended the party. Food was amazing, and had tons of options. We went with Parkway because we wanted a mix of Polish and Mexican cuisines, and the large selection that Parkway offers was something that we could not find anywhere else. On top of that, we did not hire a wedding planner, and on the day of we did not have to worry about anything, because Jerry really knew how to run the night. Overall they made wedding planning so much easier, they knew exactly what information and answers they needed from us, kept track of all our special requests, and combined all that into a beautiful and organized day. Reviewed on 23-08-2023
Suzanne Dimand(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-02-2023 Don't walk, RUN to Parkway!! Jerry and his team made our wedding more magical than I could have even imagined possible. I could cry just thinking about it. I was completely neurotic and NERVOUS AF going into our big day. Jerry, Cathy, and their team made SURE everything was effortless (on our end) and flawless! Cathy was like a second mom to me- calming, supportive, loving, and caring the entire time leading up to the wedding and especially on the day of. I truly couldn't say enough good things about these people and the whole staff and venue! I am floored. Our wedding was last weekend, but I will cherish Parkway for these memories for the rest of my life. THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH for giving us our dream wedding!!! Love y'all always! đ€âšđ°đ»ââïžđ€”đŒââïžđ Reviewed on 12-02-2023
Tiffany Berg(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-12-2022 Itâs a great place to have an event and depending on the package it includes on a lot of things. We only had two issues⊠1st was the fact we werenât told up front about the $2200 staff fee. We found out when we went to pay the rest of the amount due. 2nd was we did a buffet dinner and the staff was taking our guests plates while they were still eating, even when the staff was told someone just got up to get a drink theyâre still eating and even me as the bride went to the bathroom came back and my plate was gone. Reviewed on 03-01-2023
Angie Leone(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-07-2022 It was a dream wedding!! Jerry took care of everything, and the staff were very accommodating and understanding!! Cant believe it was over just like that!! But it will be something we will always remember!! Angie and danny konieczny Reviewed on 03-01-2023
Jamie Klempner(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-10-2022 This venue is absolutely beautiful. Food was delicious. Staff was amazing!!! Super attentive to every detail. Jerry was beyond great!!! Super easy to work with, made sure every big was perfect and that everyone was having a great time. Bartender was super fast and friendly. Reviewed on 31-10-2022
Keyla Dahl(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-10-2022 They listened to what we wanted and gave their opinion on what would work best. Reviewed on 19-10-2022
Michelle Hujer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-10-2022 Our wedding was absolutely wonderful and super low maintenance! Jerry and his team were able to make a perfect celebration for us, without us doing a ton of work (for a wedding). The price was by far the best around too! We did a Friday ceremony with the Ultimate Couples Fantasy Wedding Package. We chose Tammy and Dan as Jerry's for our Photographer and DJ, and would highly recommend both (both were part of Jerry's recommended vendors through the our package)! Parkway by the Lake was also fantastic about our group's food allergies, and any other accommodations that were needed. If you're looking to have a beautiful wedding by the lake this is definitely a place you need to check out! Reviewed on 15-10-2022
Venessa Haselow(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-09-2022 Working with Jerry at Parkway Banquets was the best decision we made on planning for our wedding. No hidden fees, no surprises. Jerry and Kathy were AMAZING to work with. They truly care about you and want you to have the most amazing wedding at a cost that meets your specific needs/budget. The food was delicious, our guests raved about it! The photo both is also a must, it was so fun and we got an album with all the photos from the night! I also had my bridal shower her which was also absolutely perfect. If you want a place that will literally help you through everything, this is it. Itâs a one stop shop for everything! Reviewed on 10-10-2022
Tiffany Estes(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-10-2022 Parkway Banquets in Ingleside IL was absolutely amazing! They took care of the food and the decorations and even most of the timing when it came to the big moments! The decorations were absolutely beautiful and the photo ops are amazing dont even get me started! They were perfect with handling our vision for the wedding and they literally brought everything to life. Jerry was wonderful and upfront with all of the charges and was a joy to talk to whenever we met up. But let me tell you about their secret (not so secret) weapon named Cathy. She was amazing and helped me plan my vision and was very attentive! She handled basically everything that was ever needed with decorations and she was so so so sweet! I love her truely shes the best! I highly recommend having a wedding here if your visions include a lake cause the sunset was literally like a chef kiss. We had about 50 people show up they accommodated for 66 and there was PLENTY of space for larger gatherings. I serious think ima plan for a babyshower here! I seriously could not have done anything without them! Also Olivia your decorating skills are amazing and everything was so so beautiful! Extremely affordable as well! I recommend this venue so so hard and all my family had an amazing time and said it was the most beautiful wedding they have every been to! Reviewed on 05-10-2022
Sarah Kelly(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-09-2022 BOOK YOUR WEDDING HERE!!!Parkway went ABOVE AND BEYOND for us.We had a âThe Officeâ TV show themed wedding and they did NOT disappoint with making everything look exactly how we wanted.Jerry is so knowledgeable and made sure everything was perfect. His advice from start to finish helped us have the most amazing day of our lives.Cathy was perfection. She got back to me in an instant with any questions I had and even ideas to make our wedding that much more beautiful.Seanâour bartender was more than just that. He carried our plates for us to our table, helped serve food, and asked if we needed anything. So attentive.The staff who did the floral arrangements and table arrangements did everything we asked for and more.They take SO many things off your hands during the planning so you can enjoy your special day.I canât say it enoughâTHANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING PARKWAY!!!-Sarah Kelly Reviewed on 23-09-2022
Valerie Nelson(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-09-2022 PERFECT. Jerry and Kathy and staff put everything into my daughter's wedding as if she were one of their own. Fabulous location, food, and attention to detail. Reviewed on 22-09-2022
Angelique Fiduccia(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-06-2022 Jerry is fantastic to work with. The place is absolutely gorgeous and the view is spectacular! We loved everything about it. We couldn't have picked a better place for our reception. Reviewed on 26-07-2022
Katie Whitten(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-04-2022 From the very beginning of planning our wedding, we knew Parkway Banquets was the place for us. Such an amazing, attentive, wonderful staff that is with you the whole way through. Jerry, the owner, acts as a day of coordinator that, honestly, made me feel more sane than anyone else could! We had a beautiful and perfect wedding day. Jerry and his crew will do anything to make your special day perfect! Reviewed on 15-05-2022
Colleen and Dave Sterbenz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-04-2022 Colleen and Dave S.Jerry and his staff couldn't have been more professional and wonderful to all of our needs. We were celebrating a 40th anniversary party and they catered to us like we were kings and queens. We will go to him for any major events we have in the future Reviewed on 08-04-2022
Kirsten Albanese(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-10-2021 First words are WOW THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! My husband and I got married in October 2021 at Parkway Salon (sister venue) and we had such an amazing experience! Not only did we get a complimentary room rental for our wedding shower for booking our wedding with them, the centerpieces for the wedding were included, was not charged for up lighting, and cake was included! Our wedding day was absolutely perfect, everything went smoothly. We couldnât have dreamed of anything better. All food came out in a timely manner. Vendors recommended were great! The staff was beyond excellent, friendly, responsive and wanted to make sure everything was perfect for us. Jerry, Cathy and Olivia are amazing! I had so many questions and each one was answered. The room was absolutely beautiful. The food was the best wedding food Iâve ever had and loved the buffet. We had numerous guests tell us the same. I could go on and on, but if you want a beautiful venue with amazing staff and reasonably priced packages, you cannot beat this. We couldnât recommend this place enough!!! Thank you to all the staff, you guys are the best!!đ Reviewed on 09-11-2021
Ashlee Lavin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-05-2021 My husband and I had our wedding reception here at Parkway and it was by far the best decision we made! Jerry and his team worked so hard to give us the exact vison we wanted on our special day! The place came together perfectly with extra decorations and seat covers for no extra cost! He really worked hard to give us exactly what we wanted on our day! We would highly recommend having your wedding reception here! We are very grateful for such an amazing day! Reviewed on 01-09-2021
Nicole Konczal(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-07-2021 I was so happy to have had our ceremony and reception at parkway. Jerry and his team were amazing to work with! I had numerous questions, and they answered all of them very quickly and even added suggestions. We even had some last minute seating changes, and those got done with no issue. You canât beat the value and location of this venue. Also, the professionalism, friendliness, and experience of all staff. The food was delicious, and their list of recommended vendors could not have been better. All of our vendors were recommended by Jerry, and we were so happy! My parents renewed their vows at this very location 20 years ago, and I was so happy to have had such an amazing experience at my very own wedding. I cannot recommend this location or this team enough! Reviewed on 20-08-2021
Gerry Sousa(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-07-2021 Parkway Banquets did an excellent job in hosting our wedding at the Ingleside location on July 17, 2021. We were a postponed wedding due to COVID, and Parkway handled that postponement with ease and with grace. Jerry, Kathy and the entire staff did an incredible job with helping us plan what WE wanted and were flexible with our questions and specific requests. They set up a beautiful ceremony space and reception area. The food was delicious, something that was shared with us by a number of our guests. We didnât have to worry about all the details because Parkway took care of so many things for us. We especially appreciated Jerryâs sense of humor and ability to go with the flow with our planning. If you are looking for a venue that can accommodate all of your requests with a competitive price, please consider Parkway. It was an incredible day to remember, thanks to Parkway! Reviewed on 29-07-2021
Kristin Johnson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-06-2021 Absolutely the best place for your wedding. They were all great!! The hall was beautiful! All so helpful. The vendors they have are all awesome! Jerry and Cathy are super awesome making sure your day goes right!! Reviewed on 20-07-2021
Linda Jackson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-06-2021 I can't say enough about how amazing this venue is. The view over the lake is wonderful, the staff is amazing and everything that you get for the price is by far the best deal around. All of our guest loved the food (so much food), venue and staff. We had the most amazing wedding reception. Jerry and staff made sure everything was taken care of and we just had to sit back and enjoy it. Reviewed on 02-07-2021
Melissa G(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-05-2021 We are so happy with every detail of our wedding at Parkway Banquets. Jerry and the rest of the team are wonderful and they do a fantastic job with everything!! We are so glad we had our wedding at Parkway Banquets! Reviewed on 08-05-2021
Shy-Ann Suchowski(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2020 I can not get over how grateful I am for choosing Parkway as our wedding venue. Cathy & Jerry have been nothing but absolutely amazing through all of this. The past 7 months with the virus going on no one really knew what was going to happen. Jerry, Cathy and the parkway staff made sure our wedding was absolutely beautiful and made sure our family and friends were safe through the ceremony and reception. Cathy helped us pick out menu options, color schemes and just everything. She helped with ideas and ways to make things better. The wedding looked beyond beautiful. I can not thank you guys enough for being so helpful through all of this. We truly appreciate everything you guys have done for us. Making this the wedding we will never forget. Thank you! The food was amazing too! Reviewed on 31-10-2020
Carrie Decman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-10-2020 Jerry, Michelle, Cathy and all the staff at Parkway were just fabulous to work with! Everyone was so responsive throughout the process especially with all the changes that needed to happen. The hall was beautifully decorated and the food was AMAZING! Michelle was great on the day of the reception ensuring everyone had a safe and fabulous time! Thank you so much for being part of our special day!! Reviewed on 28-10-2020
Stephanie Ankebrant(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-09-2020 Had our wedding here and had the best time! Even though with the pandemic going on the venue made us feel very safe and took many steps to ensure not only the venues safety but all my guests safety as well. We had so many compliments on the food and how good it was. Even better any leftovers we got to take home which was very nice. Every one of my guests had a great time. Our photographer and videographer were recommended by the venue and we were extremely happy to have her and her husband take the photos and video of our wedding day! The price for the venue was reasonable and included a lot for the price which really made our decision very easy to chose them. Working with the staff and owner was great and they all listened to what my husband and I wanted and went above and beyond to make the venue beautiful. We had our own decorations but seen the set up the night before and the decorations they used exceeded my expectations. We still added our own touches and the venue was extremely helpful to include what we wanted to add. My husband and I had an amazing wedding and are very happy how it turned out. Reviewed on 22-09-2020
marcy Keith(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-08-2020 This was the perfect place for our wedding. We would not have changed one thing. Jerry was professional, accommodating and provided an absolutely beautiful wedding and reception. We have received so many compliments on the reception, food and decorations. They had all the decorations, we did not need to buy one thing. The cost was well below what we expected andnwe were so happy. Reviewed on 17-09-2020
Joan Andrews(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-01-2020 We were married January 18. Jerry and his staff were wonderful. The reception hall was beautifully decorated. The food was excellent. Several of our guests told us how much they'd enjoyed themselves. Reviewed on 18-02-2020
Rob Saflarski(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-12-2019 Can not rave enough about Parkway Banquets !! My daughter was married there on December 27th and everything was beyond perfect. Jerry and his staff are amazing and treat you like their own family. As I was officiating at the ceremony I was able to concentrate on that with Jerry and his staff allowing us to enjoy the day as much as we did. So, from both the lovely brides Mom and Dad a big THANK YOU for the wonderful service, outstanding food, and general excellence provided by all the wonderful folks at Parkway. Jerry even helped with suggestions on filing the Marriage License promptly. Reviewed on 22-01-2020
Jennifer Wang(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-11-2019 We had a very pleasant experience with Parkway Banquets. We booked the venue from its owner Jerry 2 months prior to our wedding. Heâs accommodating and has a strong work ethic. The venue is very beautiful; facing Long Lake and next to a forest preserve. Parkway Banquets handles everything: good food, open bar, beautiful decor. Pricing is affordable with no hidden costs. The staff working there were responsive, warm and made us feel special and welcomed and worked their magic to put together our special day. Special thanks to Jerry, Cathy, Michelle, Olivia and the other staff for their efforts to make our wedding everything we wanted! Reviewed on 18-11-2019
Susan Walker(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-10-2019 We had out Oct 2019 reception at Parkway Salon in Round Lake and even our guests keep saying \"Wow!\" The hall was large and comfortable with backlighting that set the mood. The food was fabulous and the sweets table was a huge hit! Jerry is the hall manager and is a personable, knowledgeable man who has been in the wedding industry for a long time. If you need other vendors, he's got connections to the best of the best. Jerry went above and beyond for us and we are so grateful we chose Parkway Salon. Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Scott Antczak(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-10-2019 WOW. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Start to finish with nothing to worry about. Jerry, Michelle and the entire team was INCREDIBLE! Reviewed on 22-10-2019
Olivia Keller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-11-2018 Jerry from Parkway knows his stuff and every recommendation from him was 5 stars! The place is gorgeous with loads of room. They are wedding experts and you will be able to breathe easy the day of because they truly know what they are doing! They helped set up and gave us plenty of time to do so. They helped us through the day-of timeline and it went just as they said. We were married there a year ago and people will still not stop talking about how fantastic the food was. Pricing was VERY fair and we will recommend them to everyone we know with weddings to come! Thank you Parkway Salon for making our day so special! Reviewed on 21-10-2019
Nichole Pemenko(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-10-2019 I can't rave about Parkway Banquets enough!!! My now husband and I just got married there on October 4th and everything was beyond perfect. Jerry and his staff are amazing and treat you like their own family. When they say that your special day is very important to them, they mean it. Without Jerry and his staff at Parkway our day wouldn't have gone as smoothly or we wouldn't have been able to enjoy the day as much as we did. So from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much to Jerry, Kathy and Michelle and all of his phenomenal staff you are amazing and thank you for giving us such a beautiful wedding â€ïžđsincerely, Nichole and Kyle Reviewed on 07-10-2019
Nick Salomonson(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-09-2019 What an amazing venue and an amazing staff! We had our wedding at parkway by the lake last Saturday and everything was perfect. Jerry and his staff are so professional and extremely helpful. They set everything up for the wedding including all your additional decorations. They make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible. Even when I had a few minor hiccups, Cathy made sure that they were resolved quickly and without me or my wife having to worry about them. The food was equally as amazing. Iâve never heard so many compliments on a wedding venues food. My guests couldnât stop commenting on it. After the wedding they made sure that all the left over food was packaged up and sent home with us! We had an amazing wedding and I would recommend Parkway Banquets to anyone looking for a venue for their wedding! Reviewed on 02-10-2019
Natalie Molidor(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-09-2019 Our wedding day was everything we could have asked for and more! Jerry and his staff went above and beyond to ensure that everything was perfect. We highly recommend Parkway to anyone looking for a beautiful location with stress-free planning! Reviewed on 02-10-2019
Courtney Owens(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-09-2019 Parkway Banquets in Ingleside was absolutely amazing! Jerry and his staff were phenomenal and helped with the planning along the way. The food was amazing and they had items like center pieces and all the table and chair stuff along with lighting on sight so that was a lot less that we had to have done ourselves. Jerry was very helpful and lead my husband and I in the right direction for the remainder of the items we needed such as DJ, photographer and florist and he has all of his preferred vendors on his website easy to find. Reviewed on 25-09-2019
John Gonzales(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-09-2019 My bride and I went to a few places then went to a bridal shower at Parkway. Right from the start ,asking ? of the staff, talking to Jerry,the owner, or the veiw of the lake. We were sold and booked with Parkway. Weddings were suppose to be stressful,but Jerry and his staff kept in touch and sent us reminders every step of the way. Seemed like all we had to do was ask and Parkway made it happen. Even the day of the wedding. We were well rehearsed everything went so smooth. All I can say is All I had to worry about was enjoying family and friends and especially my bride. Oh and all the guests couldnt help but say how great the food was and how they enjoyed the whole evening. Thanks Jerry and staff of the Parkway for our special day Reviewed on 13-09-2019
Krista H(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-09-2019 Our wedding was Friday September 6th 2019. Jerry, Cathy, Michelle and the crew were wonderful to work with. Everything looked beautiful. We didnât have to worry about decor, they have a storage closet full of centerpieces. So much food and we got to take the leftovers home. Thankyou for helping us host our friends and family. I doubt you can find another venue that provides everything for a great price and treats you like family! Reviewed on 09-09-2019
Heather Brown(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I got married on July 27th at Parkway by the Lake. From beginning to end, Jerry and the staff at Parkway were absolutely amazing! The packages they offer fit well within our budget and made the whole wedding planning process so simple and stress free for us. Everything is taken care of - from the photographer, DJ and bakery of our choice, to the centerpieces and linens - we could've just gotten dressed and shown up! That is what this experience was like. Cathy and Jerry were always available to assist us. Michelle was amazing on our wedding day. She calmed me (the bride) down, helped me relax, never left us with an empty glass, but most importantly - her positive attitude and character was so comforting. Everyone who talked with her loved her! The food is amazing!!! We did the buffet and got to take our leftovers home! I cannot say enough great things about how phenomenal everything was. When we went for our rehearsal, we noticed the tablecloths were the wrong color and the tables were numbered incorrectly. (we didn't do a simple 1-8 pattern). We addressed this with Jerry and the whole room was changed and correct in an hour! We couldn't believe how on top of things Jerry was. The preferred vendors that we chose from Jerry's package were outstanding! The photographer was kind, considerate and truly cared about being there for us. We asked a lot of her and she delivered every time! The DJ was fantastic!! The dance floor was never empty (except when we needed to get a drink!). We had two special things we wanted to do - one surprise speech for the Groom from my son and a video we made of loved ones who passed- and our DJ worked them both into our reception. We never felt like were inconveniencing anyone and everyone took our vision of our wedding to heart. I have told everyone that I know how amazing Parkway is. My husband and I both work full time, have 3 kids and we only have one day off together a week. So once we found Parkway, we were extremely excited and amazed at how stress free our wedding planning was going to be. They did not disappoint! I have not one negative thing to say about the introduction, the process, the planning or the final result. If I could hire Jerry and his staff to plan and coordinate all of my events, I absolutely would! Reviewed on 07-08-2019
Samantha Watson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-07-2019 My husband and I got married at Parkway banquets on July 5, 2019. We had a National Park themed wedding using the ultimate fantasy packaged offered. The package included everything for our wedding (aside of our attire and any little personal touches you may want). Even though the DJ, cake, and photographer were included we still got to choose between a decent selection of each, and more importantly we still got to taste all of the vendorâs delicious wedding cakes! Jerry and Cathy were ALWAYS there when I need reassurance on an idea or help with something in general. Cathy was the absolute biggest help (besides my mom and sister!) during the whole year long planning process. She ensured that everything I had envisioned was done and done better at than I could have dreamed. The ceremony space was beautiful and the guidance offered by Jerry to our first time officiant was very helpful. Michelle (the bar tender) always made sure that Chris and Iâs glasses were full and treated us like royalty the entire evening. The food, down to the garlic bread, was all fantastic and we were very grateful for leftovers we were sent home with! All in all I donât think we could have found a more perfect place for our wedding, and I seriously donât think a better job could have been done anywhere else.Thank you everyone (especially Cathy!) for making our wedding dream come true â€ïžâ€ïž Reviewed on 20-07-2019
Scott Graczyk(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-06-2019 We couldn't have asked for a better venue and owner like Jerry. He surpassed all of our expectations, gave great service/food, helped us find a great photographer, and assisted with anything we needed, He made our special day perfect and we are soo grateful. Reviewed on 22-06-2019
Kandace Olsen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-06-2019 Beautiful venue and very helpful staff! Reviewed on 19-06-2019
Miranda Mussario(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-06-2019 I had my wedding here June 2nd and everything was perfect. Jerry and his team were so flexible to our needs and they did an amazing job making sure we had everything we needed. The decorations we're beautiful, the food was delicious, and they made it a stress free day for me, which is unheard of for a bride! I recommend this venue to anyone who is getting married. Reviewed on 07-06-2019
Ashley Smith(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-04-2019 I had my wedding at Parkway last week. Everything was INCREDIBLE! We had a Beauty and the Beast themed wedding. The whole room looked so elegant and amazing. The food was fantastic, and there was more than enough for everyone to have seconds. The music was great and the venue simply looked amazing. Jerry, Cathy, and Michelle made sure everything looking awesome and make the night go 100% smooth. I would recommend this location for any bride. Reviewed on 30-04-2019
Lynn Anderson(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-12-2018 TEN STARS! I collected info from a dozen venues. Parkway had the best prices and the best reviews re: food, helpful friendly owner/staff, organization skills, flexibility, etc. Jerry Ming, the owner was a dream to work with. He thought of everything. He connected us with the best DJ, cake maker, and photographer. I (mom) worried more than bride (laid back) & he assured everything would be perfect and it was. Didnât have to make table or venue decor-just had to pick out from their numerous ideas; they have stock rooms of supplies. Saved $. We selected buffet. Everyone commented on how delicious the food was, the meats were amazing! All were shocked at variety, # of choices, dessert table, appetizers, omg so much food! I couldnât believe they wrapped up leftovers and sent them home. We fed so many guests in our home the days following wedding! Accommodated last minute crisisâs, headcount changes, etc. the parkway salon is gorgeous. Had ceremony and reception both held there. It was so beautiful. Dance floor huge. Plenty of room. Bridal ready room perfecto! All of the staff catered to our guests. Everyone gave positive feedback as they hugged me before leaving. My oldest daughters wedding reception was elsewhere in crystal lake. They were 5 stars. Parkway is 10 stars. They went above and beyond for every thing. Reviewed on 12-01-2019
Tracie Harris(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-10-2018 My parents had another âweddingâ for me and my husband on Sunday October 28, 2018 at Parkway. We originally were married in Florida a month ago and they wanted to have another celebration for us so the friends and family that couldnât attend in Florida would be able to see us get married. There was no comparison between the events! Jerry @ Parkway and his staff went WAY ABOVE and beyond to make my event amazing! My mother told them about everything that went wrong in Florida and Jerry told her âyou donât have to worry, Iâll take care of everythingâ. He is not a liar! The food was great, the decor was beautiful but I cannot say enough about the staff. They were amazing! So helpful and attentive!!! The bartender (I think her name was Michelle) made sure my husband and I were taken care of to the fullest. She came to our table and checked on us several times throughout the night. She kept all of the guests extremely happy (and glasses full!) and she had such a wonderful demeanor. My parents had their 25th anniversary party there a few years ago and I remember the event being just as wonderful. Jerry and his staff know how to put on an event and they made us feel so incredibly special and important. Thanks Jerry!! Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Doris Callos(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-10-2018 We returned to Parkway to celebrate our daughter's wedding. We had been there 13 years ago for our own anniversary.They are the best! Jerry and his staff are so professional but also so personable and accommodating. They made sure we did not have to stress because they ran everything smoothly and with ease. The food was wonderful and plentiful. They truly made every aspect of the day relaxing and worry-free from the ceremony to the sweets table!The venue was beautifully setup and looks out on a serene lake. Thank you, Jerry, for caring enough to assemble the best staff you can have. This was a perfect day! Reviewed on 29-10-2018
Perla Estrada(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-09-2018 Their new venue Salon is so beautiful! They were so helpful and made everything as stress free as possible! Reviewed on 17-10-2018
Angie Lake(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-08-2018 We're very happy that we chose this facility, we highly recommend it to everyone! Jerry went above and beyond with helpful suggestions and support, which was very helpful during our stressful time of planning and carrying out the wedding. The food was excellent, the facility itself was very accommodating! Over the months that we got to know him, Jerry became like a part of the family. And with the personal care that we received, we felt part of the Parkway family too. :) Reviewed on 15-10-2018
Aprilanne Lynch(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-09-2018 Great to work with and was friendly. Had lots of choices for food and appetizers. Reviewed on 23-09-2018
Ruthann Gaston(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-09-2018 The staff of Parkway made planning this wedding a breeze. The choices were outstanding for decorations, photography, music and food. We live out of the area and had no difficulty with getting answers to our questions. We felt right at home in this beautiful venue. Parkway staff made every effort to make sure all our needs were met and we were satisfied. The whole event went off with out a single hitch. Kuddos to the whole staff. I would recommend Parkway for any event and not hesitate to return when given the chance. Reviewed on 12-09-2018
Kimberly Priban(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-09-2018 Wonderful experience! Our guest couldn't stop talking about how good the food was and how great the staff was. We were so pleased with everything. We didn't have to worry about anything except to have fun. Love Jerry he is awesome! Reviewed on 11-09-2018
Erika Molina Ramirez(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-08-2018 It's every bride's dream to have her wedding day go by perfectly. Well, Jerry, Cathy, Michelle and the entire staff at Parkway made this possible for me and my now husband, Brian. Jerry is totally experienced to deal with everything that came our way from helping our officiant find his place, to making sure everyone knew their place at the rehearsal and ceremony. We're SO glad we chose Parkway. This was my perfect wedding, with such a beautiful venue on the lake. Plus, it wasn't stupid expensive. There's a package for every budget and we found out that worked with ours, with no hidden fees or surprises. We are recommending this venue to all our newly engaged friends. Love this place, you cannot go wrong with Parkway. Reviewed on 26-08-2018
Laura Macievic(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-06-2018 All in all this is the best venue in our area! We were married on 6/15/18. Their packages really allow for a smooth and easy wedding planning process. They make the research and meetings a breeze! Jerry is definitely a very busy guy, but always makes the time to speak with you, get things done, and questions answered. Cathy and the bartender (Michelle I think is her name, and also way more than just a bartender) were amazing to work with! They all help put your nerves/thoughts/concerns at ease. Overall a HUGE thumbs up and my husband and I highly recommend Parkway! Reviewed on 22-06-2018
Kelly Fleischman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-06-2018 I am so happy that we decided to have our wedding at Parkway! Jerry and Cathy were so helpful with everything. The room looked amazing and they are right on Long Lake, so the water views were great. I didn't have much to do, since they handle so much for you. The wedding cake, the table decorations, even the chair covers are included. If they don't have what you want, they'll get it. They really go above and beyond to make sure you're happy. I highly recommend checking this place out. Reviewed on 15-06-2018
Ashley Dorband(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-06-2018 Jerry and all of the staff at Parkway are simply amazing. The venue is beautiful and all of the decor was set so nicely. They have everything you need. They were on top of EVERYTHING come wedding night. Between them and all of the other vendors who work with them the night went flawlessly. They truly all know how to work as a team. We have gotten so many compliments on the whole wedding, from the setting and decor to the food and drinks. It was all thanks to Jerry and his wonderful team. I highly reccomend Parkway to everyone who asks!! Reviewed on 09-06-2018
Angela Molnar(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-04-2018 Jerry, Michelle, Cathy and Parkway are the epitome of what customer service is truly supposed to be! They made myself, my groom, our families and friends feel like an extension of their family from the beginning of the process until the end of a fun celebration! My husband and I were married there on April 14th and we have already received several text msgs, calls, etc from our guests saying how impressed they were with the Parkway family. We would HIGHLY recommend Parkway! Reviewed on 18-04-2018
Tiffany Castro(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-03-2018 Our wedding took place on March 24, 2018 and it was perfect. Jerry was amazing with dealing with all of my 10 bridesmaids and 10 groomsman even when they weren't listening to him. Cathy was amazing during the planning process, answering all my questions and letting me vent when I needed to!!!! The food was amazing, and the venue was set up perfect. Everything that my husband and I wanted was done. We literally just had to show up and Jerry and his team handled the rest. Michelle was amazing that day. She was my angel on earth helping me not pass out from nerves. I would give 10 stars if I could. God willing we can have our baby shower there in the near future!!! Reviewed on 02-04-2018
Jennifer Fazekas(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-04-2005 We recently had an event at Parkway and I have to say in this day and age it is sometimes hard to find people that just do the right thing for no other reason than because they know it is the right thing to do. Jerry the owner is just that guy! I am talking about the things that you wouldn't negotiate in a contract or think to ask about....that is the stuff that he makes sure is right for you and your special day. It's the feeling that you matter and that he just wants you to be happy...Stand up classy guy! Reviewed on 04-12-2017
Katie Boldt(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-11-2017 My (now) husband and I had our wedding at Parkway on 11/18! We had the best time! Everything was taken care of for us! We did not have to worry about a thing! The food was beyond amazing (apps, dinner, sweet table, and late night snack) and the decorations were beautiful! Jerry and Kathy were BEYOND helpful and I knew I could count on them! They also have a list of preferred vendors...and that is the way to go! We had a day that we will always remember! I highly recommend Parkway by the Lake Banquet Hall! Reviewed on 20-11-2017
Stacy Bergman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-09-2017 Parkway Banquets was amazing. The staff there was great to work with, the food was outstanding, and everyone had a wonderful time! Reviewed on 30-10-2017
Lisa Androus(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-12-2018 Iâm still getting compliments on our event on October 7, 2017. This banquet facility is on a lake. The room and view were beautiful - set up just as I requested. The food was delicious and Jerry and the servers were so amazingly helpful and accommodating. Everything was perfect! A very wonderful and memorable event! Reviewed on 29-10-2017
Andrea Smith(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2018 We had my sister in laws memorial there, they were absolutely outstanding! Jerry offered solutions to help us on planning down to the details on colors for decor! We brought in some food of our own and had them cater some of the event, once again Jerry and his team were there to help in set up and washed our dishes! They are amazing and I will have every event there from now on! Absolutely went above and beyond, even making my son with special needs feel comfortable while we were arranging the details! Thank you so much Jerry! Reviewed on 27-10-2017
Casey Greeson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-09-2017 Parkway is amazing. The place is beautiful. The staff are amazing. The food...OMG the food. We had some much fun. A night to remember. I've already recommended this place to two future couples and we just got married in Sept. '17. Reviewed on 27-10-2017
J'Ann Norlander(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-12-2018 Jerry and his staff helped us celebrate our 50TH Wedding Anniversary. I was overwhelming happy with the way everything came out, the service was fantastic and the food and cake was wonderful.I have recommended Parkway to all of my friends. Thank you all again for your wonderful service. Reviewed on 26-10-2017
Stephanie Pantel(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-12-2017 Amazing food! Amazing service, Amazing people. Thank you so much for catering and helping us to make our wedding day the happiest day of our lives. When our original caterer closed shop 2 months before our wedding leaving us without, you jumped right in and repeatedly told us \" Don't worry about anything, all that matters is you have the wedding of your dreams\" and that's exactly what you provided. We are so happy we met you and will always count you as one of our lifetime friends from that day on. You are one of the most genuine and caring people in the world. A God given gift you truly have been blessed with and you use it to brighten the lives of everyone you come in contact with. Our menu \"Amazing\" your staff was on top of everything all night. We will recommend Parkway Banquets to everyone we know. We will never forget your service and how much it meant to our perfect day.Many Blessings, Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Sherry Perkowitz(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-12-2017 I always look forward to events at the Parkway. Excellent meals, great service and such a beautiful location right on the lake. Our pictures turn out beautiful! Reviewed on 30-10-2016
Ashley Trottier(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-07-2016 Parkway Banquets was an amazingly beautiful venue. The staff was absolutely amazing and the food was delicious. My husband and I couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding. We would definitely recommend this venue. They helped us achive the wedding of our dreams. It's been three months since our big day and loved ones are still raving about how perfect the staff made sure our big day was. Reviewed on 30-10-2016
Shannon Sheedlo(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-06-2016 Parkway was a wonderful place for our reception. Jerry was very helpful with any questions or special requests we had and continuously kept us on track during the planning process. Though he had many centerpiece options, we chose to bring our own decorations. Him and his staff were gracious enough to set it up exactly as we requested (at no extra cost!). The hall was beautiful (recently remodeled) and the food was delicious. Overall, everything went smoothly and the groom and I were able to enjoy our reception while trusting Jerry with running the show. Also, this was the most affordable banquet hall by far in the area. Reviewed on 30-10-2016
Eric Osterhouse(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2017 I stood in my best friend's wedding here a little over a month ago and was very impressed! It was perfect to have the ceremony and the reception at the same location! They have beautiful views over looking the lake. Their food for dinner was amazing! I have attended quite a few weddings this last year and this one tops the cake. (pun intended). The food was by far the best wedding food I have ever had. I am a Chef so that is saying something. I could go on and on but I highly recommend this location! Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Fran Tritthardt(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2017 Parkway Banquets was the best choice for our party. Our 50th anniversary was a day to remember. We were so pleased with Parkway, they were so helpful with planning and suggestions. It was a pleasure to work with Jerry the owner, he was so accommodating in so many ways. We had many compliments from our guest; everyone enjoyed themselves very much. They said the view from the windows was breathtaking, and the food was delicious. We recommend Parkway to anyone who is planning an event. Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Jerry Ming(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-01-2014 absolutely the best Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Peter Eisen(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2017 Parkway provides outstanding banquet services. I am President of the Gurnee Lions Club. We have held our annual 4G's dinner at Parkway for at least 7 years now. This is saying something since the host club (which changes each year) gets to choose the venue. Parkway has always had everything in perfect order, great service and fantastic food. Staff and management are always very easy to deal with, attentive and special arrangements have never been a problem. Highly recommended. Reviewed on 28-10-2016
Chris Wilburn(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2017 Had my daughters Sweet 16 birthday party here. All of the staff were very friendly and accommodating to all our needs. The food was delicious and the hall was decorated beautifully. I will be renewing my wedding vows soon and plan to book the occasion with Parkway. Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Kristy Mulloy(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2016 We had our wedding here 10/14/16 - it was the best day of our lives! Jerry and his staff make everything run so smoothly that you do not have to worry about a thing the day of your wedding! Anytime I had a question about anything Jerry was always there to answer my questions. The food was AMAZING!!! That is all I am hearing about from my guest!! They loved how it wasn't plan ole wedding food, it was good food that they actually finished their plates! My sister got married at this location 7 years ago and the experience we had then is what made us go back! Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Patricia Roon(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-10-2016 Jerry and his team were fantastic! They were able to take my vision and make it amazing. My husband and I were very pleased on how our day turned into a memory we will never forget! Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Melody Zika(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-12-2017 Jerry and his staff are wonderful! I've used him for 2 weddings and 2 quinceanera. One of which was this past August. With 3 daughters we will most definitely be using them again! Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Kara Hodge(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-12-2017 This is an absolutely beautiful location to have any celebration, especially a wedding! The staff and owner are extremely professional and helpful in making your day so special and perfect. Our day was flawless and could not have gone any smother thanks to Jerry and his staff. Our guest raved about the food as well! And all at a very fair price! đ Reviewed on 27-10-2016
Nichole Harms(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-10-2016 I was just married here this past Saturday Oct. 8th...I CANNOT say enough about this place! The venue, staff, Jerry the owner, the vendors they work with (book Jeff from Double Trouble as your DJ, Tammy Sharrett as your photographer, & Touch of Sweets for cake trust me!), the decor, food, location...everything is just AMAZING. Jerry makes sure you are stress free & have the best day of your life. I absolutely love everything about Parkway!!!! My guests had a blast & my family now wants to use Parkway for all future weddings. The lake is the perfect setting for gorgeous sunset photos too. I could go on & on!!! HUGE thank you to Jerry & everyone who made our day perfect!!! Reviewed on 19-10-2016
Cassidy Loy(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-09-2016 Jerry is AMAZING! I have not had to worry once. Everything is inclusive, you always deal with the same person, he answers questions quickly and honestly. I cannot believe how amazing this venue is. AND to top it off, it is very cost efficient. I definitely encourage every bride to give him a call! Reviewed on 22-09-2016
Ken Melton(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-09-2016 Jerry and his staff are \"Top Notch\" my fiance and I hoped for a Dream wedding and it turned out more fantastic than we could have ever hoped. Jerry is on top of every detail. We worried everything would come together the way we hoped and it was a everything and more. If there was a 10 star rating Parkway would get an 11. Thanks so much for everything you do Jerry Reviewed on 06-09-2016
Anonymous (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-05-2016 Everything worked out to be perfect! Highly recommend this venue! The food was awesome and the day couldn't be any better! Beautiful view as well! Reviewed on 15-06-2016
Erica McCauley(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-06-2015 Where do I even begin my raving review of this place?\r\rWe hosted our wedding at Parkway in 06/2015. It was absolutely perfect. Every step of the way, Jerry held our hand, pushed us to get what we wanted, and walked us through our day of flawlessly. \r\rFrom the first time meeting Jerry and taking a tour of Parkway, we were in love. We loved the view of the lake, the outdoor option, and that the venue literally includes EVERYTHING you need. It was by far the most reasonably priced venue for our budget. \r\rWhen we chose to sign a contract with Jerry, he was surprisingly open to negotiating terms, and getting us the best bang for our buck, and all the amenities that we needed. He is thorough, detail oriented, and focused on helping couples get what they want. he was complimentary and nice the whole process. Even when we came up for his bridal show (obviously he was VERY busy) he took the time out to talk to my now husband and I and our parents about the big day! You cannot get better customer service than that.\r\rI communicated with Jerry about the final details of the week before the wedding. It was in his hands, and I fully trusted him and his staff to create my dream venue. When I walked into the venue the day before the wedding for the rehearsal, I cried (I am teary eyed thinking of it!). His staff did an amazing job setting the tables, making the arch for our ceremony, the centerpieces and chair set up was perfect. \r\rThe day of could not have gone better. Jerry was an amazing coordinator throughout the entire day. He was making sure we stayed on schedule, that his staff was prepared for any/all mishaps, and he spoke some of the kindest words to our guests. Despite a mishap with our DJ (which was completely our DJ's fault), Jerry and his staff made our day truly special. We hadn't even seen the surrounding area with foliage until the day of the wedding, and it was beautiful!\r\rI cannot say it enough, this place was organized, wonderful, efficient, communicative, detail oriented, and special. \r\rThank you so much, Jerry and staff, we will for sure be using your space again! So much love from the Roches! Reviewed on 01-12-2015
Michelle Keena(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-08-2015 Upon beginning our search for a reception venue, my Wife and I wanted a place that was scenic, welcoming, spacious, and affordable. Luckily for us, we went for a visit to \"Parkway by the Lake\" in Ingleside, Illinois. \r\rWe met with Jerry, who's the owner of the establishment. Right off the bat, he made us feel welcome and special. He worked with us and made sure we were 100% happy and comfortable with each decision we had to make. \r\rFrom the first few minutes of being there, it was clear that this WAS the place my Wife and I wanted our reception at. \r\rOur choice was a no-brainer, really.\r\rJerry and his staff put in 110% effort on our wedding/reception night this past August, and helped make our special day that much more fun and memorable. \r\rIf anyone reading this is ever thinking about using \"Parkway by the Lake\" for anything, especially a wedding reception, I say STOP thinking and go with this fine place. You won't regret it. \r\rJerry and his staff are top notch, professional, fun, and nice people. \r\rI'll forever be thankful to \"Parkway\" and to Jerry for all he did for my Wife and I. \r\rIt was truly the \"Party by the Lake.\"\r\r- Mr. and Mrs. Keena Reviewed on 02-11-2015
Iesha (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-08-2015 Our day was exactly what we pictured, if not, more. Our guests are still talking about the wedding even after 3 months. All we've been hearing is it's been hands down the best wedding they've ever been to. The staff was great and the food was beyond delicious! I could never thank Jerry and his staff enough for how well we were treated on our special day. My only SMALL complaint would be that he can be hard to get a hold of at times but he makes up for that with his exceptional service and hospitality! If we could, we would do it all over again and not change a think! Reviewed on 31-10-2015
Nathan Brown(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-02-2015 Jerry and the staff at Parkway Banquets were a blessing to us for our big day!! We looked at many venues and were very frustrated, when we came across Parkway's information on The Knot. It seemed like a good fit, and very much in line with what we were seeking-a one-stop location for the ceremony and reception, catering and decorations included, plus some scenic places for photos. After meeting with Jerry, we had no doubt this was the place! He gave us many options for the room set up, menus, decorations, etc. He was straightforward without being pushy, made suggestions without detracting us from our vision of our wedding day. The organization and support of Jerry, Michelle, Cathy and the staff were invaluable to us. They were supportive, encouraging, helpful and overall wonderful. I would absolutely go to Parkway first for an important event. Many thanks to the staff for everything!! Reviewed on 31-10-2015
Anonymous (wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating
I had so much fun and Jerry was very helpful. He supported the bride and let the entire party know what was going to happen. He also ended up cuing the party when to leave, which was a huge weight off my mind. Reviewed on 30-10-2015
Brittany Siwy(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-09-2015 Parkway by the Lake is a fantastic venue for a wedding. The photos we were able to take overlooking the lake were absolutely beautiful. We chose to have our ceremony and reception at Parkway. The ceremony was decorated beautifully by Jerry and his staff. Jerry is with you every step of the way to make sure your day is absolutely perfect. I really enjoyed getting ready at the venue in the bridal party dressing room. The reception was wonderful as well. The food was so delicious and we received so many compliments from our guests about how it was the best wedding they had been to in a long time. Jerry and his staff are amazing and we are truly grateful for a day we will never forget. Reviewed on 30-10-2015
Anonymous (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-07-2015 Jerry basically ran the show at my wedding. I could not imagine how things would have gone if he weren't there. Everything was so beautiful and perfect, I could not have been happier. Jerry is very organized and knows exactly what needs to be done and when. I learned very quickly that it is so much easier to put things into his hands and trust him with it and it WILL be amazing. I truthfully believe that if I had my wedding anywhere else, it just would not have gone as smoothly as Jerry made it go. I don't think I could ever really thank him enough. Reviewed on 29-10-2015
Christy Parsons(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-06-2015 I do not have enough GOOD things to say about Jerry and Parkway Banquets! He made the whole experience of planning our wedding so easy and with such little stress. My husband and I are very busy and had just 7 months to plan our wedding. Jerry provided excellent Bridal shows with all aspects of the wedding needs at our disposal to review and decide upon. The packages that he provided were cost effective and full of options and choices. He was ALWAYS available to answer our questions and provide any kind of insight we needed to make our decision making smooth and right and well, perfect! Simply one of the BEST days of our lives and so pleased that we got to spend it with Jerry and his crew! If we had to do it again we would definitely use Parkway! \rSincerely,\rMark and Christy Dodge\rMarried 7/17/15\r Reviewed on 28-10-2015
Anonymous (wedding party)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2016 I was honored to be a bridesmaid in a dear friend's wedding. This venue was beautiful, simple, natural, and so romantic for the occasion. Reccomend! Reviewed on 28-10-2015
Anonymous (parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-12-2016 Parkway Banquets has outstanding food, service and goes above and beyond for all of their clients. I am a mother of three daughters and have researched all facilities around and none are even close to what you receive from Parkway. Jerry and his staff could not have been kinder or more helpful. Reviewed on 28-10-2015
Anonymous (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-12-2016 Our wedding will never be forgotten by friends or family because of Parkway Banquets. Besides the fact that they made every step of planning extremely easy and convenient, all of our guests raved about the food! My husband and I lived an hour from the venue, but Jerry always made communication open and simple. I still can not believe all the amazing things we had/did at our wedding for such a great cost! I now recommend Parkway to all of my friends who are recently engaged. Reviewed on 27-10-2015
Anonymous (parent)5 out of 5 Rating
Parkway catered our graduation party. The help in planning was great. Them made the selection process easy. Their pricing was great. They offered a lot of options so we didn't have to spend an arm and a leg. I will use them again. Reviewed on 27-10-2015
Anonymous (parent)5 out of 5 Rating
As the father of the bride, I wanted the night to be special. We had the wedding in our yard, but came to Parkway for the reception. They covered everything. The location was right on the lake, the decorations were special (orchids in vases with floating candles), the food was delicious, the dessert table was beautiful. The service was outstanding and any questions that came up, they handled immediately. We stayed until the last moment. I would recommend Jerry and his staff to anyone wanting excellence. Reviewed on 05-05-2015
Lyn Hallan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-11-2014 We held our ceremony and reception at Parkway. Everything was perfect. The venue was beautiful, the food was delicious, the staff was friendly and helpful. Jerry made sure everything went smoothly and flawlessly. We received many compliments from our guests. The whole was a huge success. Reviewed on 06-11-2014
I was raised in a small town in Wisconsin. At a very young age, I learned it's super important to treat others the way you want to be treated. If you do your very best to be honest, treat guests with courtesy & respect, and LISTEN to what they want, you will be successful. I've owned Parkway for almost 30 years. I consider it an honor to host each & every wedding we have. More about me? I'm a high school & college level basketball & volleyball referee, and I raise Leader Dogs for the Blind through a wonderful program. Feel free to call or text me directly at 847-373-1237.