Riviera Waterfront Mansion

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Waterfront, Elegance, Class, Style & Charm

Riviera Waterfront Mansion is a picturesque wedding venue in Massapequa, NY. This family-owned setting is nestled right along the Great South Bay, giving you and your loved ones a tranquil waterfront view. Its indoor and outdoor event spaces, mouthwatering cuisine, and attentive staff will work to turn your big day into an unforgettable celebration. The Riviera Waterfront Mansion was originally built in 1926 by renowned architect Grosvenor Atterbury. It has since become a breathtaking landmark and an elegant setting for couples to exchange their vows. Your day will start at the luxurious get-ready suite, where you and your wedding party can prepare for the altar in style. You can then make your way to the breathtaking outdoor ceremony space, where a brick pathway leads to a large white gazebo. Your guests will be seated on the carefully manicured fields while the seaside views act as your altar's backdrop. After you exchange your vows, you'll be free to move inside for a sophisticated reception. Inside the mansion is a grand ballroom, where up to 350 guests can dine and dance under the vaulted ceiling and vintage lighting. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and exposed red brick surround the space to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. In addition, the doors lead to a spacious outside patio, where your guests can enjoy cocktails by the sunset. The team at the Riviera Waterfront Mansion will work to give you an all-inclusive, stress-free planning experience. You will have exclusive access to the venue during your big day, giving you the freedom to create your big day from the ground up. The staff will provide you with their list of recommended vendors to complete your nuptial vision. From your hors d'oeuvres to your wedding cake, the catering team will make sure you and your guests are cared for throughout the night.

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Ceremony Area, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet

Guest Capacity

Up to 300

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Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff

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Backyard, Ballroom, Beach, Waterfront, Garden

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Riviera Waterfront Mansion Reviews

Karen Kirk (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

When we were planning our wedding, we knew we wanted it at the Riviera Waterfront Mansion, and we are so glad that we chose them for our wedding day! Irene and Tara were both fabulous to work with, and would be responsive to any and all inquiries from me (the bride) and my mom as well. The staff went above and beyond for my brother with special needs and everyone raved about the actual reception! The vendors that were recommended were also amazing - very professional and kind individuals. We cannot say enough good things about the Riviera! 5/5 stars
Reviewed on 29-12-2023

Zoë Epstein (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

They went above and beyond to make our day special. We were able to relax and have a great time, and our guests raved about how beautiful the venue was. Would recommend!
Reviewed on 21-12-2023

Bruce Molina (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

My wife and I chose the Riviera Waterfront Mansion for our wedding in August of 2023. We only looked at two venues but the Riviera stood out right away because of its beautiful chalet-like banquet hall with lots of outdoor lighting and exposed brick. The place was even more beautiful on our wedding day.What stood out to me the most about the Riviera was the staff. Our assistants for the night, Megan and Maria, were absolutely fantastic. They always seemed to be around with a new drink, or to help with the brides dress or even to get some wine stains out of my shirt! They were fantastic and the rest of the staff from the people serving food to our bartenders were really attentive and fast with the requests - there were many nice touches including the staff setting up grab and go his/her cocktail drinks prior to the start of cocktail hour - which helped to keep the lines moving (this small touch is something i've never actually seen at other peoples weddings).What surprised me most about the staff is how it rained all day, the night of our wedding yet somehow by 530pm (when the rain had passed), every chair for the ceremony and the outdoor cocktail hour setup seemed completely dry as if the rain never happened at all. The attention to details, the efficiency, and the level of service we received was far far beyond the expectations either of us had. The Riviera recommended the band we used for the night and they were a huge hit as well. The acoustics are great and people danced all night.Weddings are crazy expensive but as a whole, we felt that we got great value for the cost as the staffs service was truly grade-A. Nobody was hungry. Everybody was happy. The Riviera is a great place and we have zero regrets about our choice.
Reviewed on 08-11-2023

Samantha Vardaro (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

I have nothing but amazing things to say about the Riviera. When my husband and I were searching for venues, we stepped foot into the Riviera and knew it was the one. The venue itself is absolutely stunning, but the management (specifically Irene, who is truly so kind, fun and amazing) made everything so easy for us. Our wedding day was seamless and we have not one thing we can look back badly on. The food was amazing, our Maître d', Julie was phenomenal, our bridal attendant Maria was so sweet and attentive, the bartender Charlie was raved about, and the list goes on. The day was everything we hoped it would be and then some. I truly hope we get to come party at the Riviera again. Recommend 1000000%!
Reviewed on 08-11-2023

Samantha Nobile (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

We had our wedding here and it was absolutely beautiful. Our guest had the best time. I found their office to be very organized and responsive when we had questions or concerns leading up to the wedding. They have an amazing food tasting event when you book your wedding to plan your menu, it was a blast! They decorated for us beautifully and did everything we asked for. I would seriously recommend this venue.
Reviewed on 08-10-2023

Dana Engle (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

We had our wedding on 3/25/23 and it was an absolute dream with a dream team at the Riviera. From the moment we made the decision to the end our very special night, they were there to answer any questions or help with anything we needed. The night of our wedding we didn’t have to worry about a single thing, they had everything taken care of and treated our guests with the best hospitality and care. We highly recommend the Riviera!
Reviewed on 12-09-2023

Megan Henry (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

It has been my dream to get married at The Riviera since I was 9 years old and I just had my dreams come true! I was a flower girl in my uncle’s wedding at The Riviera in 2000 and I’ve had my heart set on it ever since that beautiful June day. The venue is as gorgeous today as it was then, the food is delicious, the Viennese hour can’t be beat, I absolutely love the gazebo overlooking the water, their preferred vendors are excellent, and the staff treats your wedding day as though it is just as personally important to them. We worked mostly with Tara throughout the planning process and we all loved her so much. She is so down to earth, personable, accommodating, and helpful. We joked several times that she’s part of the family now. She really worked with us to make it a day we could afford without skimping on any details. We often brought both sets of parents with us to our meetings because we wanted them to be part of the excitement with us, and she treated everyone so wonderfully, involving them in the discussion and taking questions, thoughts, and opinions. As we got closer to the wedding we worked more with Irene (because Tara deserves a few days off!). She was so joyful and excited to walk me through the processes, and when I came to bring my decorations and extra items a few days in advance, she let me set up things exactly how I wanted them and then took a picture so she could recreate exactly what I envisioned. Irene was so warm and friendly and she made me feel like she cared about our wedding just as much as we did. Our maître d was Megan and she is just so cool and nice. She really knows how to command the attention of a group of people to make things efficient but also still fun! I immediately trusted that Megan had everything under control, and she absolutely did. I found myself saying multiple times \"Megan is really good at her job\". When we had our rehearsal dinner, there was a downpour across pretty much the entire island except at The Riviera (full sunshine!) and most of our bridal party was late. Megan never made us feel rushed when it came time to start and she filled the waiting time by asking questions about our vision for the day and taking notes. When everyone got there, she was able to efficiently take us through a rehearsal twice outside and once inside. On the day of our wedding she made everything run smoothly. I so enjoyed working with her! Our bridal attendant was Christina and – true to her title – she was SO attentive. She was kind and friendly and made sure my every need was met. She bustled my dress three times because I kept picking up and shaking it while I danced, she always made sure I had a glass of water (apparently weddings make me thirsty) and always asked if I wanted my favorite alcoholic drink too (prosecco). She and Megan also made sure my husband (!!) and I had a few minutes alone together during cocktail hour so we could eat and decompress from the ceremony. We really appreciated that! She and Megan also sent us home with LOTS of leftover food and goodies. I will be eating cake and cookies for days to come!I cannot recommend The Riviera more highly. They were so wonderful to work with through every single step of the process and they made all my wedding dreams come true. If you’re wondering “is it worth it?” the answer is YES.
Reviewed on 12-07-2023

Thomas Carson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-10-2022
I had my wedding of 170 at the Riviera on 10/29/22.Having not found a venue a few weeks into our search and feeling like we were getting the same cookie cutter catering halls and venues, my mother and sister, both RN's, made the suggestion to look into The Riviera having received some great feedback from coworkers.From the minute we stepped into the venue we knew that this was THE PLACE. Not only did we fall in love with the beautiful venue but their staff was absolutely amazing, answering any and every question we had and making us feel as if we were not just another wedding they were fitting into a time slot.Another selling point for us: Almost all of their staff and management has been there for over 15 years.After we booked our date, we continued to receive amazing support with every phone call and email being answered within a 24hr period, something we very much appreciated.As the date fast approached, they were absolutely amazing with handling all of our special requests and extreme levels of detail (We knew we were \"High Maintenance\")We had FDNY Bagpipes for our entrance, heater deliveries, an Irish band at cocktail hour, special requests for setting up our bars and cigar stations, several changes to our seating and table arrangements, elderly that needed to be served drinks at the tables, the list goes on......The bottom line, we received THE ABSOLUTE BEST service, there was not one detail missed, the food was amazing, they treated all of our vendors and musicians amazingly.We are still getting calls and texts that our wedding was the best that anyone has been to. Seriously, as I am writing this review Saturday afternoon after a group of friends attended a sub-par wedding on Friday. 12 out of 10 - food, liquor, table service, speed of bartenders, ambiance, bridal attendant, Maitre d and management.Thank you so much for making our day amazing!!!!With Love,Tom and Lauren
Reviewed on 03-12-2022

Shannon Spielman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-10-2022
My husband and I cannot thank The Riviera Team enough for their exceptional service, care, and detail that went into hosting our wedding this past Saturday, October 22. We cannot speak highly enough of the attention that not only ourselves, but our entire bridal party, received from Megan and Maria during our reception. As a very anxious bride, the team made me feel completely comfortable and confident throughout the entire evening, and I can truly say it was the most fun I ever had. Every single item of decor was perfectly displayed (as Irene promised) and even cleaned up, allowing our most special guests to no even lift a finger!We have received countless compliments from our guests regarding the entire staff that evening. Every single server was polite and attentive to our guests, and ensured they had a memorable time. The positive feedback on the food is endless, and people were truly blown away by the dessert bar. I can’t even recall how many times I have been told this was the “best wedding ever”. So thank you again to the entire Riviera team for ensuring we truly had the best night we could’ve dreamed of. We HIGHLY recommend working with the Riviera for the most enjoyable wedding planning experience and absolutely perfect wedding day!
Reviewed on 27-10-2022

Gina Graziano (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-07-2022
The Riviera Waterfront Mansion made our dream wedding a reality. Not only is the venue absolutely stunning, but the food is terrific and the staff is even better. Throughout our entire planning process, the Riviera staff were helpful, attentive, compliant and never made us feel as if we were an inconvenience. They granted every request we asked and took all the stress out of planning a wedding. All the decorations were set up not only exactly as requested, but even better than expected. The day of our wedding they made the entire bridal party, especially the bride and groom feel line royalty. The food was amazing and the guests from near and far are still raving about the quality and quantity of food at our wedding. The energy at the venue that night is unmatched and we have the Riviera staff to thank. Anyone who is looking for a rustic venue on the water needs to book at The Riviera.
Reviewed on 07-08-2022

Fran P (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
Our guests raved about the service, the food, the view of the water, and the beautiful ballroom! My husband and I wanted to include Filipino traditions in our ceremony, and they were happy to work with us! We also had guests with dietary restrictions and allergies, and Irene was happy to make note and accommodate. Overall, the wedding day itself went smoothly, thanks to Megan, Tara, and Christina! Megan, our maitre d, kept us calm and kept things running smoothly with any hiccups that came up. Christina made sure we were hydrated, fed, and happy! Our immediate families and bridal party in particular felt very well taken care of, but really all attendees complimented the staff and bartenders for being fun and attentive! Everyone had a great time.
Reviewed on 02-08-2022

Lidia Pino (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-05-2022
The Riviera Waterfront Mansion. So much goes into planning your big day. With Riviera you have someone on your side that can help you every step of the way. Irene and Tara were so helpful throughout the entire process. The day turned out beautifully. They are a well-oiled machine that makes the day flow easily and calmly. The grounds are beautiful and the staff were great to work with. So many guests complimented the food and were surprised with the abundance of it. They readily accommodated special requests that made our day unique and special. The venue itself is unique in that it has a beautiful, well-manicured outdoor panoramic water view for cocktail hour and ceremony, but then has a warm rustic feel inside with exposed wood beams and high ceilings. Just lovely!Unfortunately, we had an “officiant emergency” the night before the wedding. It had nothing to do with the Riviera, but I called Irene for help. She made it her mission to help us out so we were prepared for the next day. You find out the quality of the people you are dealing with when an emergency comes up. They went above and beyond. At the end of a great night I left there feeling like I made a new group of friends! Great Venue!
Reviewed on 15-07-2022

Kelli S (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-04-2022
Overall was happy how the day went. They do charge for every little thing so if you like this venue for all the beautiful photo ops, beware that to get the venue beforehand and utilize the grounds for pictures they charge extra. We got great discounts when we originally booked in 2019 but dealing with them once they reopened were different staff after covid and they are more sales focused rather than customer focused. The cost on the exit station we wanted went up without them telling us, they didn’t send us home with extra meals for the 3 people who had to cancel last minute and they changed the indoor ceremony option without notifiying us (which really upset me bc I didn’t find out til our final meeting but luckily the weather wound up being perfect). They charge a ridiculous amount for tip so do your own research rather than blindly following their recommended amount like we did.. The biggest disappointment of my day was they did mess up my ceremony so if you have your ceremony at the venue beware. I do not recommend doing your ceremony at them at all. I went over the details numerous times with Irene and Tara, even up to the day before I was on the phone with Irene talking about the sides and where I wanted my moms wheelchair to be set up to be right in front of me and yet they still managed to mess it up. At end of day I brushed it off only because we were already married so it wasn’t as important to be perfect but I am definitely annoyed at paying for my ceremony to be there when they really messed up the order and placement. My bridal attendant was great though, wish I remembered her name but such a sweetheart and was great with my bustle and always making sure I had a drink in hand. They set up all my decor exactly how I requested and were easy to communicate with during the past few months leading up to our day. We did receive a lot of great feedback from our guests as well on how everything was run and even about how great their waitstaff was.
Reviewed on 20-06-2022

Caroline Winters (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-10-2021
I wish there were 10 stars to give because that is truly what this venue deserves. Had my wedding there on 10/10/21 and the entire day was absolutely magical. Top to bottom they were absolutely amazing to work with. From the fantastic views, to the breathtaking bridal suite I was completely blown away. Very professional, easily contacted, guests still raving about the food. Amazing team including Tara and Megan who knew what I needed before I even did. Staff was very attentive to all of my guests and really made my special day magical. Don’t walk but rub on over to them for an absolutely amazing wedding experience!
Reviewed on 15-10-2021

Lisa Doscher (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2021
BEST DAY EVER!! Seriously, the Riviera blew us away the day of of our wedding. The grounds are beautiful to begin with, and pair it with amazing service = day made. The staff was so attentive to not only my husband, myself, and our bridal party, but to ALL of our guests. Our guests could not get over how attentive the staff was and they could not stop saying how gorgeous the venue was itself as well. There were so many people that had never heard of the Riviera and said it was a hidden gem. We were SO happy to hear this. We fell in love with the venue when we toured it and were just as happy when we found out our guests fell in love with it too. If you're looking to get the best of both worlds, getting married on the water & a rustic feel, the Riviera is the place! Food is AMAZING too!! Highly, highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 13-09-2021

Marla Altberg (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2021
We had a wonderful experience at a wedding yesterday at the Riviera Waterfront Mansion in Massapequa. The garden ceremony was in a breathtaking setting on the waterfront, with the bride and groom under a canopy of pink and white roses. Then the guests were invited to a stellar cocktail hour on multi-level outdoor decks complete with a raw bar laden with shrimp, oysters, crab and lobster. If you wanted something other than shellfish, no problem—numerous pasta choices, carved meat, meatballs, eggplant rollatini, charcuterie, cheeses and so much more. Speedy bartenders helped us wash it all down with top-shelf libations like Ketel One and a wide variety of wine and beer selections too. We progressed to the indoor dining room for the dancing and dinner celebration to begin. My salmon entrée was perfectly cooked with an herb crust, very moist and flavorful. After dancing the night away, the dessert buffet was served featuring every kind of cake and pastry you could imagine, make your own sundaes and espresso drinks (spiked or not) to accompany them. The service staff was extremely pleasant, very polite and efficient…the facility--immaculately clean. I would return in a heartbeat as a guest or to plan an event for my own family.
Reviewed on 15-08-2021

Chelsea Samain (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-07-2021
Beautiful location with a staff who went above & beyond to make our day PERFECT! Love that it is only 1 event at a time, so you get undivided attention. The staff made everything run smoothly and anticipated our every need. The food was delicious. Our guests were raving about everything- especially the Viennese Hour!! Amazing experience!
Reviewed on 27-07-2021

Mackenzie Rinefierd (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-06-2021
Maria and Tara made our wedding day run so smoothly and we couldn’t be happier with their service! We never had to ask for food or drinks because we were always being looked after and cared for. The Riv team was very attentive to not only our needs but also the entire bridal party. The venue provided the most beautiful backdrop for our big day and everyone left raving about the food and dessert bar!
Reviewed on 13-07-2021

karen yen (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-07-2021
WOW where To even begin the most absolutely stunning beautiful well put together wedding I have ever attended and just absolutely had the best night of my life the whole night I was stunned by how beautiful everything was!! would come back here in a heartbeat!
Reviewed on 09-07-2021

Katie Bohack (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-05-2021
We just had our wedding yesterday and it was amazing! We were supposed to get married last year and had to postpone to this year so we worked with the front office quite a bit to reschedule everything and they were great - always calm yet still overtly excited for us and our big day. The day of was great! Our maitre’d Meg was so good. She was always smiling and making things run seamlessly without me even really knowing. She kept my (crazy) bridal party organized for the ceremony and grand entrance and helped me bustle my dress with no problem. Overall the service in general was great, all of the waiters/busboys would ask me if I needed anything and service flowed quickly. The food was really good and the dessert set-up was insane. I only have two negative comments -1) the Caesar salad was kind of lame. That’s one of my favorite things to eat so I asked for just that as the salad (no other appetizer course) and it honestly reminded me of the salad I used to get at my college dorm. (But seriously that was the only food that wasn’t great)2) make sure at your initial meeting you are very explicit about timing of your wedding and when you want to arrive. You can pay for an extra half hour at the venue for you and your bridal party to arrive early, which we wanted to do but later found out that we couldn’t because we didn’t make our start time late enough to give time between their midday wedding and our evening wedding. Not a huge deal, but just something to be mindful of when initially planning. Overall we loved the venue and our family and friends did too! Definitely have Tim’s Florist do the bistro lights - it totally makes the space.
Reviewed on 24-05-2021

Bridget Charles (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-10-2019
I would recommend the Riviera 100%! I got married there a week and a half ago and the night was an absolute dream. After seeing many mixed reviews I was nervous but in the end I know I made the right choice. There’s no place on Long Island with the kind of atmosphere the Riviera has. It’s rustic and elegant. The views from the water are breathtaking. The renovations they did really open up the room. The food was delicious (yes I actually ate at my wedding! Stuffed flounder, prime rib, chicken princess, baby lamb chops) I was also nervous because I had 210 people but there was plenty of room! Samantha one of the banquet managers was great and easy to communicate with. Danielle my bridal attendant was great. Always there to help me out and bustled my dress perfectly. Meaghan my maitre-D was unreal. Not only is she such a nice person but she made sure the night went flawlessly. Literally as soon as the ice in mine or my husbands drink was about to melt they brought us a new one. Meaghan and Danielle are truly professional and great at what they do. I want to do my wedding again! Thanks Riviera!
Reviewed on 04-11-2019

Nicole C (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-07-2019
I just had my wedding here and I couldn't have envisioned a more perfect day. Although I had heard horror stories of planning a wedding here, I did not have any issues during the entire planning process. The night of the wedding was an absolute dream. The staff was wonderful, the food was amazing, and the venue itself is just gorgeous. I would recommend it to anyone.
Reviewed on 17-10-2019

Erin Kunz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-09-2019
The minute we walked into the main room of the Riviera we knew this was the place for us for get married. It is not your typical ballroom type. It is rustic and beautiful. The outdoors is absolutely gorgeous. We were lucky to have an outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour. The food is delicious. The staff is wonderful. My guests raves about this place.
Reviewed on 04-10-2019

Paige Davidson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
We couldn't be more thrilled with our experience at the Riviera. From start to finish, working with Elena was an absolute dream. She assisted me with everything and offered step-by-step guidance with each part of the process. The food was by far the best food I've ever had at a wedding venue, the drinks were delicious and the service day-of was unreal. Danielle was with me and my bridal party whenever I turned around, happily, with a drink in hand to replace my last. Being a high-stress person, I fully expected to be running all over on the day of my wedding, but rather I got to actually enjoy the event because their team was SO on top of it all. The grounds gave our guests room to explore and enjoy on the beautiful day we got, which was just the icing on the cake. I can't recommend this venue enough...brides, look no further: this is THE venue. Thank you to the entire team that made our day so special!
Reviewed on 18-09-2019

Amanda McGee (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-09-2019
I was blessed to hold my wedding at Riviera this past Thursday. phenomenal is an under statement. The level of exceptional service was something that you just don’t experience often. The beautifully groomed grounds, the attention to detail and execution of catering to our wedding needs were outstanding. Danielle and Megan were at my side from start to finish and never missed a beat. My husband and I were treated liked royalty. Every single staff member went above and beyond their roles. My husband and I, wedding party, family and friends who aren’t the easiest to impress made sure they expressed their high level impressions of our wedding day. Elena was incredible, so humble down to earth and humble. We are forever grateful for choosing the Riviera to make our wedding dreams come true!
Reviewed on 12-09-2019

Cristie Saukas (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-08-2019
GET MARRIED HERE! Amazing venue inside and out. Staff was fantastic. Everyone loved the setting on the water and the beautiful setting inside. Irene was a pleasure to work with The whole staff was. Love it so much we hope to go back for their New Years Party.
Reviewed on 10-09-2019

Jessica Messina (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-06-2019
My husband and I had our wedding at the Riviera last night and it was everything we could have ever wished for. The grounds are just breathe taking with all the amazing renovations. our guests couldn't stop saying how beautiful it was. the ceremony and cocktail hour on the water were so incredible and the indoor rustic vibe with gorgeous floor to ceiling windows was all we ever wanted. Our bridal attendant made sure we had a fresh drink in our hand every minute of the night, helping immediately with anything we needed. I am so blown away by everything, thank you for going beyond our expectations and making my dream wedding come true!
Reviewed on 23-06-2019

Beth Burke (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-06-2019
Perfect Perfect Perfect!! My husband and I just got married here on June 7th 2019 and our wedding was more than we ever could have imagine. From the start everyone we spoke to was so helpful and wonderful. The venue is STUNNING and people were blown away by our cocktail hour on the water. The grounds are beautiful and the reception room is unreal. The Riviera is updating constantly and they pitched the roof and added in new windows so now the view is unlikely anything you've ever seen. Our guests are still calling us saying the food was so delicious and it was the best wedding they have ever been to. The staff was so beyond nice and helpful to not only us but our guests as well. I could go on and on about how perfect the Riviera made our day!!
Reviewed on 13-06-2019

Marianna Brunetti (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-06-2019
They definitely exceeded my expectations from when I booked them. From the days leading up to my event they were finishing the renovations which are breathtaking. Irene was SUPER accommodating, i was nervous because people talk so much crap about her in reviews, but she never told me i couldn’t do something and always had a smile on her face, she really made it a pleasant experience. Danielle my bridal manager was amazing, she was following us around all night making sure that we always had a drink in our hand & whatever food we wanted. She also helped fix my bustle that broke. The only thing that wasn’t too great was i heard afterwards that not everyone got cake, or champagne for the champagne toast. The service was not 100%, however I think that is expected from a staff that has been working since morning time to accommodate a day wedding and an evening wedding. Overall, i would say the Riviera made sure it was the wedding of my dreams!
Reviewed on 06-06-2019

Susan Signet (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-05-2019
I had my daughters wedding at the Riviera on May 19,2019. From the moment we got out of the limo and stepped onto the grounds it was an amazing experience. The venue and view are amazing as well as the food. The service was outstanding and they were attentive and responsive to us the entire day. I can't say enough about this place...it exceeded all my expectations! It was truly a magical day. This is the perfect \"destination\" wedding in Massapequa!
Reviewed on 03-06-2019

Trish Valerakis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-03-2019
My husband and I got married last weekend at The Riviera at Massapequa and couldn't be happier. Irene and her staff were amazing to work with and made the wedding planning so easy. The staff at our wedding were awesome and made sure everything was perfect. Guests are raving about the food. Everything from the Swedish meatballs and suckling pig during the cocktail hour to the stuffed flounder at dinner to the assortment of desserts at the Viennese hour were amazing. If you're looking for a venue for your wedding look no further than The Riviera!
Reviewed on 01-04-2019

Megan Breen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-06-2012
My husband and I had our reception here and this place is amazing! From the start of booking to the day of. The grounds were gorgeous, staff was extremely attentive, the food was delicious and the bar service was unreal!
Reviewed on 20-03-2019

Sam Tasos (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-03-2019
Beautiful venue! First time here, I was amazed by this venue! Everything was outstanding the food was so delicious ,the service was exceptional, the bar fast and a lot of good choices, The View!!!!!, The Main Ballroom!!!!! I also loved that it is only a one event place, as a guest we could go outside whenever we wanted, we were not confined in the cocktail room or in the ballroom. One of my greatest experiences!
Reviewed on 19-03-2019

Elaine A (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-03-2019
I just attended a wedding at the Riviera. The main ballroom is so Beautiful and Charming. There is a view from where ever you sit. I was seated on the right side of the room we could see everything that was happening and the best part was that the tables were not on top of each other their was plenty room to move around. The dance floor, WOW haven’t seen or been on a bigger dance floor at a venue than this one. There were at least 260 guests at the wedding.The grounds and the waterview is magical! This was a fairy tale wedding. They were very accommodating with our vegan and vegetarian diet. Food was amazing , drinks were flowing and the Staff was stellar.
Reviewed on 12-03-2019

Jen S (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-02-2019
I attended my second event at the Riviera yesterday! (The first was a family wedding a year ago). This place is so beautiful, especially if you like an updated but romantic and rustic style (my favorite) and the views are gorgeous. The staff was amazing for both events and the food was great too! I was so excited to return for a second time and it was just as good as I had remembered! I can’t wait to return again!
Reviewed on 24-02-2019

Diana Schnabel (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-02-2019
I attended a fundraiser at the Riviera yesterday and I've also been there twice before for weddings. They never disappoint! The venue is stunning and food is delicious! You can't go wrong!
Reviewed on 24-02-2019

Maureen M (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-02-2019
I attended a fundraising event at the Riveria and I can not say enough good things. The food was delicious, the service was excellent and the views were breathtaking! The decor is beautiful and perfect for photos. I will be sure to recommend the Riveria to all who need a venue in the future.
Reviewed on 24-02-2019

Kristin M (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-02-2019
I attended and event at the Rivera. It was fantastic! Beautiful place right on the water and the food was great! I will recommend in the future.
Reviewed on 24-02-2019

Bethany Waldron (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating

Amazing venue. Attending an event there today. Impeccable service. Delicious food. Such a beautiful place.
Reviewed on 24-02-2019

Christina Mena (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-02-2019
I cannot begin to describe how amazing The Riviera is. Impeccable venue, fantastic food, top notch service, EVERYTHING was just amazing. Thank you to Irene and Elena!!! I don’t know what I would have done without you both! Lenny, our maître d’, was wonderful. I will DEFINITELY be recommending The Riviera in the future. Thank you!!!
Reviewed on 24-02-2019

Chelsie Ruiz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-10-2018
I got married on 10/27/18 and it was amazing. The Riviera is just beautiful. It was a crazy Nor’easter that day but that didn’t stop us or the amazing staff at the Riviera. I can’t say enough good things about Irene she rocked. We loved her and she made the whole experience better. She constantly told me to relax and not sweat the small stuff because in the end it is what it is. Which she was right. The crazy awful weather didn’t stop us from having the best day ever!!!!! Anyone who is thinking about The Riviera I would say go for it. It was a beautiful venue so rustic and warm. The food was ridiculously good. Our guests said it was a food extravaganza. The desserts were so good and my son loved the chocolate fountain ( thanks Irene 😘). Thank you thank you.
Reviewed on 20-11-2018

Andrea Bednarski (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

We absolutely loved everything about the Riviera! From it's warm interior, to beautiful gardens and waterfront, as well as helpful, friendly and accommodating staff, it is a stellar venue!
Reviewed on 04-11-2018

Emily Maresca (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-10-2018
Everything was beautiful and went smoothly except for the rude mater dei. He actually approached us towards the end of our wedding in front of guests and said he normally gets tipped much better. Never had someone be so unprofessional and rude.
Reviewed on 12-10-2018

Stephanie Montaldo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2018
I had my wedding at the Riviera in September and could not have been happier. From the day we went for a tour with Irene, we knew it was exactly what we were looking for! My guests are still talking about how beautiful the place is and how delicious the food was. Throughout the planning process, Irene and Elena were so helpful and always got back to me quickly and had great suggestions. On the wedding day, our bridal attendant and Maitre D were unbelievable and made sure we had everything we needed. I couldn’t have been happier with the way everything turned out at the Riviera!
Reviewed on 12-10-2018

George Stoff (professional) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-09-2018
We love shooting here! The views are spectacular! The food is always on point and the staff is super friendly and helpful. You can tell how much the owners care for this beautiful venue by the way it is maintained and the fact that they are always adding subtle upgrades throughout the facility! Every time we shoot here we see something new! This is by far one of our favorites! East Shore Wedding Photography www.eastshorephoto.com
Reviewed on 26-09-2018

Julianna Katzenberger (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-09-2018
We Had our wedding ceremony and reception Sunday Sept 9th, 11:30am-5pm. We came from out of state. ( I am originally from Long Island) Although It rained and we could not use the outdoor beauty to this venue the wedding still went on indoors and it was just as great! I cannot thank the staff at the Riviera enough. What a beautiful and organized job they did. My matri de Megan and my bridal attendant Danielle were amazing !!!! They made me have no care in the world, which helped me enjoy my wedding to the fullest. Irene and Elena are amazing and helped me so much throughout my wedding process. I couldn't have had such an amazing wedding without them. My guests were blown away by the venue and the food. lOVE LOVE LOVE this place. If I could have 10 weddings they would all be at The Riviera haha
Reviewed on 13-09-2018

Christine Berg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-04-2018
As soon as we got engaged, we immediately thought of the Riviera! They only do one wedding at a time and the grounds are absolutely beautiful (inside and out). They’ve even recently made some improvements (new ceilings, updated bridal suit, new staircase, etc) which made it even better. We did hit a few communication issues (the administration was in transition), however, IRENE and ELENA honored all of our wishes and were extremely accommodating. LENNY (our Maître d’) and DANIELLE (my bridal attendant) were both great! The service at the bar and in the dining room was wonderful. Our guests have been raving about the food and alcohol - in both quality and quantity - for months! Our pictures of our first look and the ceremony are stunning thanks to that gorgeous view!
Reviewed on 16-08-2018

Gary Burke (parent) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2018
With the exception of one bad encounter with the owner, who tried to price gouge me for asking her to honor a prior managers promise to have Woodford Reserve and Patron, our experience at the Riviera was fantastic. Elena was a joy to work with. Lenny, our M'aitre D, was on top of everything. He kept the staff moving like a fine engine and made sure every aspect of my daughter-in-law and wife's planning was carried out as planned. In addition the 3 bartenders were super. They remembered people and their drinks, were quick in getting people what they wanted, and were friendly and professional. I was the father of the groom, and they knew that, and i can tell you my glass never went dry. If they saw me walking past any of the bars they had set up, and my drink was low, they'd call me over and hand me a fresh Jameson on the rocks. Also, the food was excellent; not only the appetizers, but also the meal - which is highly unusual in most venues. Just so you know, the Pork Chop was crazy good.Some things to know. I tipped the bartenders really well before we even went outside for the ceremony and promised them I'd see them again if they did a great job. They did and I did. They deserved it.I tipped Lenny and his staff an hour before the affair ended. My feeling is that since part of his job is to split tips if I didn't give them till late he'd be able to concentrate on the party. He did. If you follow my lead be prepared to give these guys 20%. We were able to order burgers from All America to arrive at 11 P.M. Any one who is from Long Island knows All America is Massapequa. Our guests loved that it was thereThe negatives were, in addition to the owner who has no feel for people or how to make customers feel appreciated, -- 1) The wait staff takes drink orders but they are busy and cannot deliver them quickly. I had a few people complain about that. The answer to the problem is tell your guests the drink service is slow, so if it's important get up and go to the bar; 2) The shuttle bus was too slow going back to the hotel. They should offer the option of one bus half an hour before the ceremony ends, 2 when it is over, and one half an hour after it ends. We had too many people waiting; and 3) despite what the Riviera tells you the bar really doesn't carry Top Shelf. It's more like mezzanine shelf .All in all we had a great experience at the Riviera and would highly recommend it to any one.
Reviewed on 14-08-2018

John Pappas (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-09-2019
My daughter's wedding was excellent! The food, service, and attention to detail were amazing! The manager Irene was nothing less than perfect! She was accommodating, professional and clearly explained all services to my family, including extras. Before the party, she explained the setup times and, since we were the final party of the evening, the EXTRA cost if the party ran late or we wanted more time, due to paying her help overtime. I clearly understood these instructions and happily paid the extra money for going one hour over,since we were having such a great time! I can't imagine anyone not understanding these costs and thinking they can \"get away with it\" , by staying later without paying( very low class and rude) ,but these people have a business to run! Anyway, I am very satisfied and heartily recommend the Riviera to anyone who wants great service, a great view of the Great South Bay, and wonderful food and drinks.
Reviewed on 29-07-2018

Carlene Faith (bride) 2 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-05-2018
It saddens me to have to write a 2 star review for my wedding. I got married here two weeks ago and I must say while this day was all I ever dreamed of, dealing with management at The Riviera nearly ruined it. I booked my wedding two years ago with the old management team who seemed nothing but helpful, sweet, and accommodating. Getting closer to the wedding I had not heard from The Riviera so I reached out to the banquet manager only to get no response. I called and called and finally heard that the person I had been working with was let go. I eventually came in to finalize all details with the new management and what a mistake that was.From the moment I met Irene, the new manager I was very upset with the way I was treated. They make it feel like they are a factory churning out weddings ignoring that for you, this is something you have looked forward to your whole life. They made me change my wedding time (6 months before the big day), refused to give me or my vendors enough time to set up or get ready there, made every request feel like a hassle, and honestly made me feel like a burden. They were hard to get in contact with, honestly just completely straight up rude.Getting closer to my big day, I had the pleasure of working with Elena, she was much sweeter and accommodating. She truly was great but it felt as though under the direction and supervision of Irene, there was only so much she could do to help and accommodate us. I really wish I could have only worked with Elena, I believe my experience would have been a lot better.The day of my wedding, everything started out amazingly. The place was breathtaking. The wait and bar staff unbeatable. My maitre d and bridal attendant were attentive and incredible. The food was really fantastic and I got so many compliments! Honestly, I was so happy with how the day was until the end.While my wedding was beginning to go over slightly in time, instead of politely coming in and wrapping things up, Irene was there to be rude yet again. She came in, UNPLUGGED my DJ which to be honest is truly unbelievable. They broke down my wedding in front of guests, told my vendors they had 30 minutes to be out, pulled a drink out of guest's hand, and quickly turned my perfect day sour. It was visible to every guest that something was wrong and while I know there was a wedding after mine, a few hours later, how could a place that you trust to make your wedding perfect, do this to you? If you can't handle two weddings in a day don't book them.If the management was better, this place would hands down be getting 5 stars. I know the place is gorgeous and honestly sells itself, but customer service is important in making this day as special as it is supposed to feel.
Reviewed on 05-06-2018

kristin Regruto (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-03-2018
We had our wedding reception at the Riviera on 03/10/2018 in the PM and I couldn't recommend them more! EVERYTHING was perfect! The food, and I heard this too, was the absolute best! I totally recommend adding to the cocktail hour - our guests raved about the added carving stations, sushi bar, calamari and lamb especially and the filet mignon entree for our dinner option! The grounds were beautiful and my photos look amazing! Our guests loved the family feel and warmth of the wedding and said it was the BEST they've ever been to! The atmosphere at the Riviera is beyond warm, rustic and nostalgic with the fireplaces and beautiful balcony. It stole my heart, and my guest's hearts, how personal it is there- I loved that there wasn't another wedding going on at the same time. It was clean the whole night, and perfectly put together and decorated the way I asked! Staff were simply amazing, they answered all my questions- I called them so many times throughout the planning process to ask questions and they were always available and so incredibly helpful and understanding. I can't imagine anyone saying anything bad about the new staff, we seriously loved everyone, Paul, Irene, Elena etc and had so much fun through it all!! They even must have thought we didn't give a gratuity (my Dad had too much to drink and forgot to give them out that night) and I would have never known they were just so professional and warm and happy for us the whole time!! (We dropped it off the next day though!!!). If I could give any bride advice it would be to book their wedding/events here!
Reviewed on 30-03-2018

Kristen Oricchio (wedding party) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-02-2018
It actually breaks my heart to leave a bad review for Riviera because it really is a gorgeous place and was the venue my fiancé and I booked for our wedding, before canceling with them and booking with another venue. However, I feel like I'm left no choice because of how I have been avoided like the plague from every single person here. Last February, my fiancé and I booked our March 2018 wedding. At first they seemed super excited to work with us and lead us to believe nothing less. After we left our deposit, it all changed. Getting a response from them was literally like trying to get a call back from my deceased grandmother. It would be weeks before a response. We were also informed that, in the event that we didn't like the food after the tasting, we could get our money back. And it states that on our signed contract. Well, sadly, we were extremely underwhelmed by the food. The tasting in general was poorly executed. If you're spending thousands upon thousands of dollars to host the most important day of your life, you should not be subjected to sharing it with hundreds of other people and get served leftover cold food from the earlier tasting. I reached out to our salesperson and informed her that we were not happy and wanted to cancel our wedding. Not a response from her for 3 weeks. And when she actually responded, she said she would have to pass this on to her boss who would be in touch with me. No one got in touch with myself or my fiancé. I reached out to her again and she said she was sorry she would have someone call me back immediately and nothing. A month went by and I emailed her and called and she, again, said someone would contact me back. Not a single response. At this point I just wanted my money back. I called and called and called and emailed and no responses. I finally gave up in July. In September I get an e-mail from some new person saying this: \"Good Afternoon Kristen, We have tried to contact you and Philip for some time now. Would you like to schedule an appointment to come in for your next payment for your wedding? If you have any questions please let us know. Thank you!\" Are you actually joking me? First off, not a single person had tried to reach out to either of us. I can understand if I didn't get one phone call, but multiple phone calls? Not a chance. And neither did my fiance. And if that was the case, why couldn't an e-mail just be extended to me. Better yet, why couldn't you just respond to the umpteen other emails I've been sending that had gone unanswered? The woman's name I spoke to was Elena, I believe. She said she was sorry to hear about this and that the woman I was working it was no longer with them and then went on to bash her to me, which I found incredibly unprofessional. I asked her about getting my money back, that I was promised. She said to put it in an e-mail and someone would get in touch with me. I did just that and surprise, surprise not a single response. I was in the process of hiring a lawyer and realized that they obviously need the $2,000 more than I do if they're willing to risk their reputation rather than give it back to us. So I decided to let the public know how truly disastrous my experience with them has been. No respect for people who work hard for their money. I wish I could say my experience was better, but that isn't the case. I would NEVER recommend them to anyone and I will never attend any event here.
Reviewed on 23-02-2018

Samantha Raulli (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-11-2017
My husband and I had the most AMAZING experience at the Riviera. I could not have imagined a more perfect day or perfect venue to have our wedding. Everything went so smoothly and without a hitch, I was a little worried after reading some reviews but after my experience I don't know how anyone could have anything negative to say about this place ! Our Maitre D was Megan and she was super wonderful, had the whole day run so incredibly smooth. Our bridal attendant Danielle also always made sure my husband and I had fresh drinks in our hand, even if they weren't fully empty. The food was amazing, the venue is gorgeous and I even enjoyed the venue more for a day wedding! The views are spectacular. we had 150 people and did not feel cramped at all. Everyone can not stop talking about how awesome our wedding was, and I will not stop recommending this venue to any new brides I know! Everything was absolutely perfect! Also on top of it all they are so reasonably priced especially for all that you get, this place is truly a hidden gem that is wonderful for any rustic bride who wants a wedding without having to pull all the little details together!
Reviewed on 20-11-2017

Vanessa Anderson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-08-2017
The venue was beautiful, food was great, desserts were delish, and everything went off without a hitch. The venue pricing was good and they did everything I asked them to, so no complaints here. We had an amazing day and I am glad we chose the Riviera.
Reviewed on 18-10-2017

Eleni Sopasis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2016
My bridal shower was here & it was phenomenal! The staff, food and service was great!
Reviewed on 12-10-2017

Courtney Patrick (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-08-2017
Our reception was stunning, the food was excellent and our bridal attendant made sure my husband and I ate. With that being said, on the evening of my wedding, the maître d’ pulled me aside to review my checklist, saying he wanted everything to be as I wanted because he “heard that I was difficult”. Months prior, My MOH and I attended a showcase at the Riviera where a preferred vendor took an $800 deposit for a service they do not provide. They refused to return the money after I found out that they did not really offer the service. I wrote a “buyer beware” review on Yelp, then was told that they would not refund my money unless I took down my negative review, which I did. Then they demanded that I draft a letter saying that I was “just confused”, and that I would never write a negative review about them or discuss my experiences with other brides. They also requested screenshots as proof. My family then reached out to the Riviera management to see if they could assist, after all, you would hope that they would take some responsibility for directing us to them in the first place. Unfortunately the Riviera management was rude and made many hostile comments regarding the status of my wedding should I not comply with the outrageous requests of this vendor. I believe that any reasonable person would find all of this upsetting. In their words “difficult”. I received feedback from my guests who all said the food and atmosphere were exceptional. However, many told me how rude our maître d’ was and that he was yelling at my guests and other staff members. In addition he was overheard saying “I hate my f-ing life” and “this is the worst group of people I’ve dealt with”, because my guests were not moving from room to room fast enough. Overall, I would recommend the Riviera if you are considering it for an event, but please be sure to research their vendors and don’t be afraid to question everything. Your vendors should not treat you as if they are doing you a favor.
Reviewed on 26-09-2017

Brianna Birney (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-08-2017
Words cannot even describe how perfect our wedding was from start to finish. Michelle at the Riviera was amazing and helped us with every question, every step of the way. The venue is tucked away on the water and is truly a hidden gem. We got married here on 8-19-17 and the gardens were incredible and in full bloom. We had 153 guests and we were a perfect fit and had some room to spare before getting crowded. We had our cocktail hour outside and all of our guests RAVED about how delicious everything was. The details in the ballroom make this place spectacular! It has such a rustic charm and really does not need much decoration. Our guests were blown away by its natural beauty, not to mention the food was phenomenal. We also worked with their house vendors (Glenmar Studio for photo & video, Tims Florist, Variety DJ, Campbells Bakery) and could not have been happier with how everything turned out. By choosing the house vendors, you could see how comfortable everyone was working together and the entire day went off without a hitch. We are forever grateful for the team of people at the Riviera for making our wedding a day, us and our guests will never forget!!!
Reviewed on 25-09-2017

Nicole Berg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-08-2017
I loved our venue from the first time we saw it and booked on the spot immediately. We were that couple that only saw one venue and booked, despite comments that we should keep looking. I'm happy, but not surprised to say that if we did this all again I would still book the Riviera without looking at other places. It's everything I wanted and more. My criteria for a venue was on the water and in Nassau county. The water front views the Riviera has a breathtaking, you can see the water even inside the venue from the tables. The staff at the Riviera were amazing, we booked with Brittany and were lucky enough to have her with us on our wedding day. She helped us plan everything from start to finish. She was also amazing on our wedding day ensuring everything we wanted was taken care of, she made sure we ate, that we always had our drink of choice in hand and that everything ran perfectly smooth. Our Maitre D was nonexistent, I saw him twice the entire night, he lined us up for our entrance and rolled our cake to the dance floor for cake cutting. He never introduced himself and I don't even know what his name was. Since we had Brittany running around doing everything for us we didn't mind and only noticed when it came time for tipping, all I'm going to say is their tips indicated the service we had from them, not the suggested amounts the venue told us. The Riviera also did our centerpiece, we picked white roses in a glass vase, which was small and elegant. We got amazing comments from our guests about the food, it was truly amazing, cocktail hour had a wide variety of everything and we didn't do any upgrades. Dinner food was amazing as well, they let us have something of everything on the menu so we truly got the feel for all the food. Between myself and my now husband (crazy to say lol) we have bad food allergies, between my gluten intolerance and his allergy to nuts especially peanuts they worked around it, they also catered to all of our Vegan guests so said the food they had was also amazing. The only thing I wish they would have asked us in advance was the ice cream flavors for the ice cream bar, which was something I didn't think about asking in advance because I would have preferred other flavors, but that's so minimal, just something I didn't think about that future Riviera brides may want to ask about. The Riviera did our wedding cake from Campbell Bakery, came out fantastic was delicious and the top was gluten free for me so I wouldn't miss out on the cake cutting and feeding. Our wedding at the Riviera was a dream come true and highly recommend it to future brides, it's affordable and truly amazing!
Reviewed on 12-08-2017

Elizabeth Zieniewicz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-05-2017
My husband and I got married here on 5/12/17. The Riviera truly made our entire day a flawless and memorable time for us and our guests. Over the year and half of planning, the Riviera was always on top of providing us with the quickest responses as well as helping to answer all of our questions and support in vendors and overall planning. Michelle was a great partner throughout the months and was always more than accommodating. The day of the wedding, Brittany was awesome – she was always by our side making sure we got to cocktail hour, that we ate, and never had an empty drink in our hand! Our guests raved about the food as well as the Viennese hour! The new bridal suite was such an amazing surprise and was absolutely beautiful! Our guests had an absolutely amazing time. All of the Preferred Vendors that we used at the Riviera did not disappoint - Then Til Now DJ were amazing and kept our guests dancing all night; Campbells Bakery, while small, was so convenient and easy to work with and the cake was delicious and came out even better than we were expecting; Tim's Florist in Massapequa were absolutely amazing! They knew exactly what we were looking for and did a phenomenal job on the bouquets and centerpieces. The Riviera made the entire process of planning to the day of easy and stress free. They even went above and beyond the day of the wedding by having all of our supplies packed up and organized prior to us leaving for the night so we could take everything with us. Thank you so much Riviera for truly making our day so special – we wouldn’t have had it any other way – we are so thankful to have had our reception at the Riviera! Everything was absolutely beautiful and the services you provided from beginning to finish were on point! We absolutely loved the Riviera!
Reviewed on 28-07-2017

Jaclyn Giantasio (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-06-2017
I have grown up at this place, worked there for over 10 years, met my Husband here. No other place I would rather get married, but The Riviera of Massapequa. The food was amazing and the STAFF WAS SO AWESOME! Everything looked and went perfect. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a romantic one wedding at a time venue!
Reviewed on 07-07-2017

Nicole Barash (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-05-2018
My reception was sunday 3/5/17. The venue is gorgeous, the food was fabulous and everyone had a blast. The serving staff, kitchen staff, and bridal attendant was totally awesome. That was the saving grace. As a bride from several states away, who had a very specific vision, and spent months hand crafting and designing all the details, I felt like the Maitre' D and banquet managers really dropped the ball. I felt like every person I tried to speak with rushed me off the phone and didn't care at all about me or my day. The guests were not directed to the cocktail hour and walked in on me taking photos in the banquet room. The maitre D', Paul, only even said hi to me to tell me that my candle centerpieces couldn't be lit, making me panic within the first hour of the party. I am so glad he agreed to light them when I said I bought dripless candles, but I told the banquet manager I spoke with, Michelle, that I had antique candle centerpieces, and brought all the stuff in early, and no one told me that I needed LEDs or encasing for them. I went in early to set up my centerpieces with my mother (and I am so glad I did). While there, the banquet manager definitely cared more about showing the place to others despite my wedding being that evening. I was told that the staff would set everything up, and I personally handed several hand made items to a banquet manager, Brittany, to set up for me while I got dressed before the party. My handmade masquerade mask favors got jammed into a corner where no one could see them. I later found my hand made guest book in a bag on a bench by the front door, never put out. The maitre D' never put on the lights for Viennese hour or told my dj to announce that it was even happening. Honestly, I really got the feeling that the banquet managers cared only enough to cash my check, and If they would have talked me about my plans for more than the 10 minutes it took to collect my money, I would have been a much happier bride. Really, your kitchen, bar, serving staff and attendants, were the only reason I was able to hand over the 4-7$ per person tip at the end.
Reviewed on 17-03-2017

sherri zaret (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-02-2018
“Thank you to The Riviera and Michelle for making our wedding all we wanted it to be! From the moment we met, Michelle put us at ease paying attention to any concerns and details we had. I am a bit of a control freak and she made me comfortable enough to let her handle it all and coordinate with the different vendors . Planning the wedding was stress free…as it should be thanks to Michelle! The venue is beautiful and the food was great. I had a lot of great feedback from my guests as well! Lenny, our Mat ride’ was amazing as well. He checked in with me very often to be sure everything was going smoothly and insure we were happy. Thank you again to all the team at The Riviera!”
Reviewed on 19-12-2016

Rose Vivinetto (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-04-2018
My husband and I got married there last weekend. It was absolutely amazing. Everything was perfect! Michelle was always there to answer any questions and help me with whatever I needed. Lenny was our Maitre D - he was there with anything I needed the night of. The entire staff exuded professionalism and courtesy throughout the year and half of planning. All of our guests have not stopped gushing over the food and beautiful decor of this place.
Reviewed on 18-11-2016

Justin Trask (groom) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-09-2016
This venue is absolutely beautiful and definitely unique. The staff was very friendly and helpful on our special day. Everything ran so smoothly, we had no issues. The food was really good and all of our guests were raving about the viennese hour, there was so much food! We only had one hiccup at the beginning of the planning process where there was a little lack in communication. Michelle and Brittany helped us along the way, answering our questions and making sure we were ready for our big day. We would definitely recommend this venue for couples.
Reviewed on 13-10-2016

Carly Valentine (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-08-2016
My husband and I had our wedding at the Riviera this past August and loved everything about it! First of all it was the most affordable venue we saw that was still beautiful. We were actually able to get married on a Saturday night, while every other venue we saw would have cost us almost double the amount of money we paid. Not only was it cheaper, but it was the most beautiful venue we saw both inside and out. Our favorite part was that it was different from a typical wedding venue. It had this amazing rustic feel, but was still classy and beautiful. The outside was breath taking, right on the water with beautiful foliage. Each of our guests were in awe at the amazing view. The staff was so helpful and friendly and we felt so comfortable the entire time we worked with them. We loved working with Michelle and Paul when we were planning our wedding. They were both so knowledgeable and guided us with every question we had. They set everything up perfectly for our wedding and the staff did a great job. We felt very taken care of and because it is a one event at a time venue, they were so focused on everything we wanted. The food was delicious all the way from the unbelievable cocktail hour and sushi bar as well as every entrée. If you are looking for an affordable venue that is all about you, and represents the beauty of long island, the Riviera is it!
Reviewed on 25-09-2016

Lauren Lebowitz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-05-2016
I wish there were more than 5 stars to give. The team at the Riviera made all of our wedding dreams come true. We found this gem on a whim and wanted to keep the best kept secret on Long Island to ourselves, but now that we had a fairytale wedding, we want to share it with the world. We worked with Michelle and Brittany to book and plan our big day. Any and all questions & requests we had were answers with spot on advice. They were a fun team to work with throughout the many months of planning. Michelle was incredibly responsive throughout the entire planning process and was a ton of fun to work with. Brittany was our bridal attendant on the day of our wedding and she was marvelous! She was always there when needed and helped our event run smoothly the entire time!Paul was our Maitre D and he took any possible worry away on the day before our wedding. When we went to drop off our decor, etc. he walked us through the venue to show my parents and gave us extra special attention. He did a flawless job coordinating with our musicians for timing of the day and even changed up the timing (per my request) on the fly when the party was rockin! Thanks Paul!!THESE 3 KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING!!And forget it - the place itself is GORGEOUS! It was the exact intimate chic vibe we wanted for our wedding. AND right on the water!! Even though we couldn't use the garden for our ceremony because of the weather, the indoor ceremony was the MOST ROMANTICAL SETTING I have ever seen! My husband and I were beyond thrilled!Also - big shout out to Meghan the bartender who always had a cherried champagne waiting on the bar for my groom and I anytime we were near by! AND we got great reviews from guests on how wonderful the waitstaff was! Thank you EVERYONE for our May 6th wedding!If you want a team to pay attention to your details and work with you every step of the way, AND put on a FABULOUS wedding at an affordable rate, my husband and I cannot recommend the Riviera MORE highly! <3 :)
Reviewed on 31-05-2016

Amanda Politi (wedding party) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-10-2017
Met with a woman named Vicki when my fiancé and I went. And she made an appointment with us at 3pm. Couldn't get us out of there fast enough, rushed us out, went over the pricing, not even the menu, says \"any questions\" I said \"yes, are you going to show us around?\" She said \"yes...\" very curt. Showed us around for like 2 minutes. Pretty much said \"hope to see you soon, bye.\" If you're looking for business and you want people to use your venue, how do you treat possible clients like that? It was rude, and it actually made us NOT book there. Just for that. Because if they treat you like that before you even book, I can't imagine how they would treat you once you did...
Reviewed on 27-05-2016

Ashley Propper (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-04-2016
The Riviera was a slam dunk every way you look at it. We chose it for a few reasons: it was beautiful (right on the water with a rustic interior - exposed brick, high ceilings), affordable, and a catering hall that would take care of all of the odds and ends for us. We worked with Brittany and Michelle during the planning stages - both were friendly and prompt at responding to emails. My one complaint is that they didn't reach out much (we had to remember when each of our pre-wedding payments were due, they didn't give any reminders), but that is a minor complaint. All pre-wedding planning went smoothly...\r\rAnd the wedding day itself blew us away! Our maitre d' was three steps ahead of us throughout the day: he knew what we needed and where we needed to be at every moment. Danielle, our bridal attendant, was off-the-charts amazing! She consistently checked in without overwhelming us, set up cocktail hour food in the bridal suite, gave us a platter of all our dinner foods to sample, and even bustled my dress when my MoH and I were stumped! Danielle also made sure the top layer of our cake was wrapped and sent home with us, a detail I would've been sad to have forgotten. The food was all phenomenal. Every time my drink was down on a table for more than a minute, a bartender gave me a full new one. Thanks to the staff at The Riviera, I was able to have a worry-free wedding day. I couldn't recommend it more highly!
Reviewed on 28-04-2016

Christina O'Neill (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-11-2015
My wedding at The Riviera was beautiful! The food was great & the view is spectacular! One thing I was upset about, I was promised hot food from cocktail hour waiting for me & my husband in the bridal suite & nothing was there for us. My bridal attendant had to go downstairs & get us food. We did not get everything from cocktail hour. Also, any leftover cake & desserts were also promised to us to bring home & nothing was given. That's just something minor but in my opinion, if you promise someone something, you give it to them. All in all, it was a beautiful wedding!
Reviewed on 14-12-2015

Lisette Barrientos (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-11-2015
Our wedding was a month ago and we are still hearing how great the food and how nice the venue is!! Everything from the booking to the reception was wonderful! Michelle helped us out the whole time and answered any questions we had. Wouldn't have had it anywhere else! Great great great!!!!!!
Reviewed on 01-12-2015

Jennifer clingo (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-03-2016
Went to go look at this place because a co-worker suggested it was pretty and had that vintage feel. Girls, stay away. The property speaks for itself and once inside, dear god, it's bad. Filthy, outdated, overpriced, incredibly tiny, and just a mess.
Reviewed on 20-08-2015

christine mcDonough (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-08-2015
Outstanding! The scenery is better than most other Nassau County waterfront places because it is not hindered by any buildings, bridges or other structures. The food? Oh. My. God. My foodie family and friends RAVED about everything from cocktail hour to dessert. Paul was generous with his time, ideas, and reassurances. The other vendors he suggested were wonderful. I'd suggest using who he recommends because they all work well together and make it a seamless, magical day. My husband and I are not a traditional couple but come from traditional families. Somehow they struck the perfect balance.
Reviewed on 15-08-2015

Jonathan Wise (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-07-2015
I had my wedding at the Riviera July 2015 and it was truly amazing! I saw the venue on a commercial and decided right then and there that was the place I would one day get married. Upon actually visiting the venue for the first time, I didn't waver from that thought. We booked right away. Some of the decor was outdated, but over the next year they finished renovations and everything was beautiful. Throughout the process the staff worked with us, until about a week before our wedding. We had booked a rehearsal the evening before which at the last minute had to be moved hours up because they suddenly booked a party. This would have been fine except our bridal party was coming from several different states and we had a restaurant booked already for dinner after. Not to mention I had asked to decorate the day before since it was a complete DIY wedding and could no longer do that. The day of our wedding was a bit of a disappointing start as well when the second I (the bride!) stepped out of the limo the man who I think is the owner stuck his head out the door and with a huge attitude said, \"Wow you're here awfully early,\" even though I cleared our arrival time with 3 different people. Then my parents had to pitch in to decorate since the staff came so close to the start time. With that said, the actual ceremony and reception went off without a hitch! My bridal attendant was super attentive, they offered us food and drinks at all times, the food was amazing and my guests are still raving about the beautiful view! One of the absolute best aspects was the fact that this is a one event only venue and you have use of the whole grounds. For all the money we spent (be sure the take the 20% \"administration fee\" into account when figuring out your budget!) I was a little upset at how hit or miss the staff could be, but in the end I'm thrilled with the way our wedding day turned out!
Reviewed on 19-07-2015

Cindy Dzigas (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-06-2015
It was a BEAUTIFUL affair. I loved that we had the entire facility and no other wedding was going on. The only thing that I was NOT at all happy about was until my next to last payment was made was when they told me I could not show up until 45 minutes before the ceremony when they told me as well as all my other vendors and invitation lady to put 30 minutes earlier down. After arguements I was told I could come an hour before, I showed up an hour before and was told the bridal suite was not ready for me so I had to wait when guests were already starting to show up. Bathroom baskets had to ask to be put out as well as some pictures to decorate (which were labeled!) where to be put were not out...
Reviewed on 08-07-2015

Ann Marie Walbroehl (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-05-2015
I loved the riviera. Paul was amazing. Tara was amazing. Paul dealt with my constant emails and questions. All my guests commented to my husband and I that the food was THE BEST THEYVE EVER HAD AT A WEDDING, which was so important to me. They were blown away by the atmosphere, the view, the food and the service. I didn't get to see the dessert or cocktail but I was informed that it was great and impressive. The florist they work with (Tims) and Campbells Bakery were both wonderful. I would highly recommend this venue. I have nothing but good things to say. I wish I could have been a guest at my wedding!
Reviewed on 02-06-2015

Matthew Haase (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-08-2014
I can't say enough about this place. We were looking for something that wasn't your standard wedding hall, and as soon as we walked in here we knew we found the right place. They were very helpful with planning out all the small details. \r\rKeep in mind the room is smaller. We had 115 people and it was great, but once you get about 150-160 things will get cramped. \r\rThe food was fantastic! Everyone was raving about it. We missed our cocktail hour because we ran behind taking pictures, but everyone loved that too. We had gotten a sushi bar for the cocktail hour, and the staff was kind enough to bring us a full platter during our reception because we had missed it outside. It was delicious, looked like real sushi aside from some store bought stuff I have seen at other venues. \r\rThe bridal attendant was great and the maitre de kept everything running smooth. \r\rWe had our ceremony outside under the gazebo and ended up with beautiful pictures. \r\rWe can't wait to come back here for another wedding so we get to enjoy every bit of it!
Reviewed on 01-12-2014

katie taylor (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-08-2014
The service was great, food was amazing. Highly recommended. One wedding only, more intimate. Beautiful scenery, on the great south bay.
Reviewed on 17-09-2014

Annie Smith (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-07-2014
We just got married at the Riviera this July, 2014 and this venue is superb! I could not be happier with the way the day turned out and the flawless service at the Riviera. We had Paul as our Matre' D and he was incredible. From catering to every detail requested in the pre-wedding set-up process, to creating a panic-free, calm environment on the day-of, our experience with Paul was truly a breeze. Since our wedding date, people have not stopped raving to us about the food (sooooo much and soooo delicious) and how absolutely gorgeous the venue is (outdoor ceremony in a gazebo on the great south bay, outdoor cocktail hour deck, big bay windows showing the beautiful view)! They have recently done renovations so a lot of the older, stuffy feel is gone but still leaving a rustic charm. Not only that, it is very affordable! Especially when looking at all of the over priced Long Island venues, and they only have one wedding at a time. Keep in mind, this venue is best for weddings of 150 or less. We had 110 and it was perfect. The Riviera at Massapequa is definitely a hidden gem not be missed or overlooked!
Reviewed on 15-08-2014

Jessica Medina (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-11-2013
The Riviera was our first and only spot to look for our country rustic wedding!!!!! Before we met with anyone we fell in love with the grounds ( I wanted outdoor photos by the water) and the reception room with all the wood beams and fireplace! We met with Vicki and and Peter the owner and we just knew we were making the right choice! Not only did they help us with our budget but gave us wonderful ideas! They really made our dream wedding come true! Our maître d Anthony was spectacular with making sure everything went well and Tara the bridal assistant was phenomenal with making sure we ate and had great drinks and took care of all our guests!!!! And our bartender (Phil? I can't remember his name which is terrible of me but only means he did a great job) took such good care of our guests and everyone was saying how great he was!!! I really can't thank the Riviera enough for all they did for my husband and I that day! We also had our ceremony there which was GORGEOUS!!!! There isn't enough words to describe all of the wonderful things the Riviera had done for us!!! I would recommend them to anyone and ps. The views behind us were breathtaking! We didn't have cocktail hour outside it was too cold but I can only imagine how beautiful it is as the sun goes down! Hands down best venue!!!!!!
Reviewed on 01-01-2014

Kamala Salmon (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2013
I had my wedding at the Riviera in Sept 2013 and I must say it was pretty damn good. The venue is gorgeous, especially the outside area where the ceremony takes place which is right on the water and the ballroom for the reception which has exposed brick and a great overhead lighting fixture. The front room areas could use some updating but it definitely has an old-school, rustic charm which we were looking for.\rFood: Our guests are still raving. I wish I could have tasted even more of it myself but you know how that goes, when you're a bride. I would ask the kitchen to box up a little of everything they served for you and your new hubby to take with you.\rDesserts: Amazing! I never even made it to the main dessert room but our cake from Campbell's (the bakery they use) was incredible. They made a custom purple velvet cake for us and it was amazing. The chocolate fountain and sundae bar were also a big hit.\rCustomer Service: Very hit and miss. If you can, I would ask for Mary or Vicki. Michelle has a style only a true New Yorker with a lot of patience can handle.\rThings to Note: Make sure your MC announces and re-announces when the dessert bar/room opens and that the bar is open. Sounds obvious but we left a lot of money on the table this way because many people didn't know.
Reviewed on 25-09-2013

Jen Pinto (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-04-2013
We were so lucky to have a most amazing day! With the sun setting shortly after our ceremony, ours guests arrived inside at the cocktail hour just before the April night got too chilly to handle! The night's full moon shining off the water as we danced the night away added beauty! The staff was great and everything went smoothly. I couldn't have asked for a better day!
Reviewed on 12-05-2013

Katherine Lazovick (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-10-2012
THe Riviera made my wedding perfect. They were there with my husband and I every step of the way during the planning process and during the wedding day. The venue itself and gorgeous. It rained so we could not have our ceremony outside. We were a little bummed but they made the indoor ceremony very cozy and elegant. We were very pleased. We still have guests that attended telling us that they food was absolutely delicious and that the bartenders were on top of their game. We had a lot of complimentary things thrown into the package including the centerpieces, the cake and a viennese hour. Everything was perfect and we could not have asked for a better day.
Reviewed on 14-11-2012

Kate Konik (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-08-2012
My husband and I got married at the Riviera on 8/30/12- we had perfect weather which made the outdoor ceremony and cocktail hr on the water gorgeous! Everything was great - just wished the staff was a little more attentive but overall beautiful venur for a wedding!
Reviewed on 15-09-2012

Jackie Murray (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-07-2012
Everything was great, the only thing I wished I did or they asked me was food from the cocktail hour.
Reviewed on 17-08-2012

Crystal McCleery (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2012
I fell in love with the Riviera from day 1....it was nothing that I was looking for but everything I imagined my wedding would be when I walked in! The view is to die for, and the old style decor is simply breathtaking! Every step of the process with the Riviera was smooth, enjoyable, and exciting. The only reason I did not give them 5 stars was because the day of my wedding my bridal attendent was almost no where to be found most of the night, my bustle needed to be done by waitresses, however my Matrie'D was great!! Would def return to hold another event in the future!! :)
Reviewed on 02-08-2012

Marlo palmer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2013
The Riviera is amazing, every one of my guests was so complimentary of the venue, the food, the service, and again of the amazing venue. We had outside cocktail hour which was just beautiful and perfect weather for it.
Reviewed on 29-05-2012

marie roca (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-04-2012
From the moment I stepped through the doors of The Riviera, I knew that this was where the wedding of my dreams would take place. And from that moment on, every staff memeber treated me with nothing but kindness. Any time I called with questions or concerns, Mary, Vicki, Michelle or Paul answered them with the utmost courtesy and respect. My wedding day went off without a hitch...the day was perfect, the staff was perfect, the food, service, atmosphere...PERFECT!! I will recommend The Riviera to any one for any occasion. Thank you so much for making my wedding a dream come true.
Reviewed on 12-05-2012

Dana Giaquinto (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-03-2012
the place was beautiful, breathtaking view....and great food!
Reviewed on 26-04-2012

Jenniffer Avella (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-01-2012
If you want a place that has a log cabin, homey feel to it and you want to be the only wedding at the venue with an amazing view of the Great South Bay, this is the place to book. The venue is beautiful, the staff is amazing...you truly feel like family when you go there. The food is amazing and there is a lot of it. They are reasonably priced and will cater to your needs. Truly wonderful.
Reviewed on 06-02-2012

Annemarie Kosinski (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-01-2012
If you like mirrors, crystals, and chandeliers of the typical LI catering hall the Riviera may not be for you. If you like an intimate, dark wood, old world details, and fire places this hall was beyond beautiful. My winter wonderland wedding came to life there. It was like our reception was being held in a mountain chalet. \rThe food was excellent, and the service from everyone from the maitre d down to the bridal attendant was amazing. I couldn't have had my recpetion any where else.
Reviewed on 24-01-2012

a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

The Riviera was AMAZING! They have fantastic customer service leading up to the wedding and pulled everything off without a hitch. They went above and beyond my expectations. Paul is a great maitr'd and Mary is a great manager. But everyone was fabulous. I love the ambiance and how it was atypical to every other venue on Long Island (i.e. white and Italian food). They had a vast array of food choices and the cocktail hour was amazing (sushi, chicken wings, mashed potato bar, lamb chops AMAZING). Only one wedding at a time. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 31-10-2011

Katie Wallace (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-09-2011
Truly was a unique space on the Bay. The atmosphere is warm and friendly. Like you are in a family home. The views are beautiful. And with the right lighting the dance floor can go from rustic to dance party. Lots of great photo ops.
Reviewed on 03-10-2011

Jovy Delos Reyes (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2011
My wedding was the week after Hurricane Irene and the damage that Irene left was no where to be in sight! It was wonderfully restored with fresh flowers. The room was decorated beautifully and met every request I made. If I were to do it again, I'd still go with the Riviera!
Reviewed on 21-09-2011

Amanda Kearney (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-05-2011
The Riviera was fantastic! Every guest was taken care of. My husband and I were looked after and when coffee was spilled on my dress the bridal attendant immediately took care of it! My parents were thrilled and their glasses were never empty! It was spectacular!
Reviewed on 17-06-2011

Kimberly Herrera (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-05-2011
Did not think that my wedding could have been this wonderful, and its no doubt because of the fantastic staff at the Riviera. Michelle, Mary and Vicky are amazing and they know every single thing about your wedding. They were accommodating to special requests and were more than happy to answer questions. They knew so much and were incredibly helpful .
Reviewed on 23-05-2011

Victoria Ranallo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-12-2010
I decided to have a smallish Christmas themeed wedding of a 120. We got married at the hall in front of the double fire places. The staff was attentive and set up everything according to direction. I worked with Michelle who was absolutely amazing and she really made my entire experience wonderful. \rMy guests raved about the food, the way the hall was not typical etc, and overall everyone had a wonderful experience
Reviewed on 07-01-2011

eileen mahoney (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-10-2010
We had a wonderful reception at the Riviera. Our ceremony was held inside due to the cool weather, but they set it up so it was just as beautiful.
Reviewed on 04-12-2010

Michelle Quaglietta (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2010
I loved everything about my wedding day, but when I have to isolate the different components, The Riviera could have done better. The maitre d' and bridal attendant did their jobs but were not overly helpful. We had to ask why one of the vases in the centerpieces did not have a candle. He gave us some story and then realized he did have the extra candles and put them in. He also had the gall to question the amount of tip we gave him (which was generous for the amount he did for us). The food was specatacular however.
Reviewed on 03-11-2010

Kelly Hotzoglou (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-10-2010
A majority of the time I had a great experience with The Riviera. Unfortunately a week before the wedding we had a bit of an issue with the owner who was very rude not only to us but to our florist. I would expect for customers to be treated in such a way and it honestly left a bad enough taste in my mouth that I would not recommend them to any of my friends. It is a shame because I did like the setting and the food was really good but I think we could have found the same things at another place that treats paying customers a little better.
Reviewed on 28-10-2010

Melissa Worme (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2010
I just got married 2 weeks ago at the Riviera in Massapequa. We had the best time. The place is warm and romantic and the food was sooooo delicious. They were very easy going and only have one wedding at a time so the focus is all on your day. It's right on the water and was so picturesque. I would definitely refer anyone to have there party or wedding here.
Reviewed on 26-10-2010

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