The Banquets of Minnesota
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About This Vendor
2 Affordable & Beautiful Ballrooms to choose from!
Exquisite full-service catering with over 30 years of experience, we are prepared to flawlessly cater and manage your event with unparalleled service. Country Club atmosphere with out the Country Club Price! Contact Leslie at 612-803-6468.
Amenities & Details
Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest Capacity300+
Ceremony TypesCivil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Food & Catering, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
SettingsBallroom
Business AttributesPricing for The Banquets of Minnesota
| Option | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting Cost | Inexpensive |
| Cost Starting | |
| Price Range | $3,800 - $5,000+ |
| Couples Usually Spend | $4,400 |
| Peak Season Months | April-October |
| Peak Season Cost | $3,800 - $5,000+ |
| Peak Season Reception Cost | $3,000 |
| Peak Season Ceremony Cost | $250 |
| Peak Season Bar Service Cost | $5 |
| OffSeason Months | January-April |
| OffSeason Cost | $3,800 - $5,000+ |
| OffSeason Reception Cost | $3,000 |
| OffSeason Ceremony Cost | $250 |
| OffSeason BarService Cost | $5 |
Browse The Banquets of Minnesota pricing PDF below for sample services and estimates.
View PricesThe Banquets of Minnesota Reviews
Amanda Percy (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Great place for a wedding and reception. They provide all the food and set up the tables and decorations. The only thing you have to worry about is your wedding! They even give you a nice room to set up in and drinks while waiting. Great place. Absolutely recommend!
Reviewed on 29-12-2023
Great place for a wedding and reception. They provide all the food and set up the tables and decorations. The only thing you have to worry about is your wedding! They even give you a nice room to set up in and drinks while waiting. Great place. Absolutely recommend!
Reviewed on 29-12-2023
Eric Morris (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wonderful venue! Excellent value compared to the other places we checked out.Leslie in particular was invaluable - she helped us coordinate things from beginning to end.
Reviewed on 25-12-2023
Wonderful venue! Excellent value compared to the other places we checked out.Leslie in particular was invaluable - she helped us coordinate things from beginning to end.
Reviewed on 25-12-2023
Ayan Bitow (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We cannot say enough about how stunning the venue is. Very spacious and clean. Leslie and the rest of the banquet team were extremely helpful, well organized, and professional. They went up and beyond to make sure that our day was very seamless and stress free. The servers were polite. The food was absolutely delicious. Everyone loved it. Our favorite dish was the Alfredo pasta!. The DJ was also incredible. They had great taste for music that kept everyone on the dance floor and having fun. Thank you for the wonderful service.!
Reviewed on 16-12-2023
We cannot say enough about how stunning the venue is. Very spacious and clean. Leslie and the rest of the banquet team were extremely helpful, well organized, and professional. They went up and beyond to make sure that our day was very seamless and stress free. The servers were polite. The food was absolutely delicious. Everyone loved it. Our favorite dish was the Alfredo pasta!. The DJ was also incredible. They had great taste for music that kept everyone on the dance floor and having fun. Thank you for the wonderful service.!
Reviewed on 16-12-2023
Vanessa Nyberg-Golyer (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I attended a wedding for a friend, and it was one of the best venues I’ve ever been to. The staff were so kind and helpful with my grandma and throughout the dinner, food was phenomenal, and everything went so smooth. We are considering this venue for our own wedding!!
Reviewed on 16-12-2023
I attended a wedding for a friend, and it was one of the best venues I’ve ever been to. The staff were so kind and helpful with my grandma and throughout the dinner, food was phenomenal, and everything went so smooth. We are considering this venue for our own wedding!!
Reviewed on 16-12-2023
Stephanie Lucking (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We had our previous venue cancel on us 1 month before our event. Banquets had the date open thankfully for us. Leslie had made our whole experience so easy and she communicated so well throughout the whole process. The night of our event was seamless and our guests loved everything. The food was amazing. The venue is beautiful and in a great location. If I were to do it all again I would đź’Ż choose Banquets.
Reviewed on 02-10-2023
We had our previous venue cancel on us 1 month before our event. Banquets had the date open thankfully for us. Leslie had made our whole experience so easy and she communicated so well throughout the whole process. The night of our event was seamless and our guests loved everything. The food was amazing. The venue is beautiful and in a great location. If I were to do it all again I would đź’Ż choose Banquets.
Reviewed on 02-10-2023
Lydia swenson (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Everything went perfectly! Food was amazingly delicious, as well as friendly staff. Leslie took care of everything and made sure I was well taken care of. Highly recommend this venue for your special day!
Reviewed on 27-09-2023
Everything went perfectly! Food was amazingly delicious, as well as friendly staff. Leslie took care of everything and made sure I was well taken care of. Highly recommend this venue for your special day!
Reviewed on 27-09-2023
Linda Archer (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
If there were more stars available I would give it a higher rating! The people at this venue are amazing from the top (Leslie) to the service staff. All caring and fun people. The food was top notch and we had many many people comment on the quality. To top it off the price was really reasonable as well! I felt taken care of from the time we got there until the time we left after the ceremony and reception (all done at the venue in the same room). So nice to not have to drive somewhere else. I would choose this venue again for any other special event and some of my friends will be looking at this for anniversaries and other parties as well. What a wonderful venue and they take the headache out of the whole experience. Thank you Leslie and your wonderful staff!!!!!!!!!!
Reviewed on 26-09-2023
If there were more stars available I would give it a higher rating! The people at this venue are amazing from the top (Leslie) to the service staff. All caring and fun people. The food was top notch and we had many many people comment on the quality. To top it off the price was really reasonable as well! I felt taken care of from the time we got there until the time we left after the ceremony and reception (all done at the venue in the same room). So nice to not have to drive somewhere else. I would choose this venue again for any other special event and some of my friends will be looking at this for anniversaries and other parties as well. What a wonderful venue and they take the headache out of the whole experience. Thank you Leslie and your wonderful staff!!!!!!!!!!
Reviewed on 26-09-2023
Darlene Maguire (other) 4 out of 5 Rating
It was a very affordable choice for us. The banquet rooms are beautifully decorated already just added our own personal touches. Food is amazingly good. A couple areas they could do better on is landscaping. There is no good outdoor picture area. There is two banquet rooms maybe someway to keep the areas separate. There could be a partition wall maybe to keep the 2 areas separate but The bride and groom rooms are across the hall from each other.
Reviewed on 24-09-2023
It was a very affordable choice for us. The banquet rooms are beautifully decorated already just added our own personal touches. Food is amazingly good. A couple areas they could do better on is landscaping. There is no good outdoor picture area. There is two banquet rooms maybe someway to keep the areas separate. There could be a partition wall maybe to keep the 2 areas separate but The bride and groom rooms are across the hall from each other.
Reviewed on 24-09-2023
Stephanie Berglund (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We had our wedding here at the end of August. Everyone raved about the food! The staff was exceptional! They were extremely kind and attentive. Highly recommend having your wedding here. Everything went so smoothly and it was beautiful!
Reviewed on 16-09-2023
We had our wedding here at the end of August. Everyone raved about the food! The staff was exceptional! They were extremely kind and attentive. Highly recommend having your wedding here. Everything went so smoothly and it was beautiful!
Reviewed on 16-09-2023
Jessica Douglas (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Leslie and the staff were amazing and went above and beyond to make sure our day was everything. Plus , she really made sure we had everything and that on the day of things went smoothly very present throughout the day and evening set up was great food was great they made my day and night to be more than I expected would do it all again at the same venue really great service and appreciate all they did
Reviewed on 02-09-2023
Leslie and the staff were amazing and went above and beyond to make sure our day was everything. Plus , she really made sure we had everything and that on the day of things went smoothly very present throughout the day and evening set up was great food was great they made my day and night to be more than I expected would do it all again at the same venue really great service and appreciate all they did
Reviewed on 02-09-2023
Katherine Layer (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We were so thoroughly pleased with Banquets of Minnesota. So easy to work with, perfect for our budget, and beautiful. The staff was so friendly and the food was amazing. I loved all the compliments I received from guests about how beautiful the place was and how good the food was!
Reviewed on 06-07-2023
We were so thoroughly pleased with Banquets of Minnesota. So easy to work with, perfect for our budget, and beautiful. The staff was so friendly and the food was amazing. I loved all the compliments I received from guests about how beautiful the place was and how good the food was!
Reviewed on 06-07-2023
Sara Soulati (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Leslie and her team are amazing! We loved that Banquets had everything included and preferred vendors. We had our ceremony and reception there. Everyone raved about the food and my dad is still talking about it as the best food he's ever had at a wedding! Communicating with Leslie was so easy and she answered all questions, even the one where we asked if we could have llamas visit! The Banquets of MN felt welcoming and inclusive of everyone, as two brides that was very important!
Reviewed on 06-07-2023
Leslie and her team are amazing! We loved that Banquets had everything included and preferred vendors. We had our ceremony and reception there. Everyone raved about the food and my dad is still talking about it as the best food he's ever had at a wedding! Communicating with Leslie was so easy and she answered all questions, even the one where we asked if we could have llamas visit! The Banquets of MN felt welcoming and inclusive of everyone, as two brides that was very important!
Reviewed on 06-07-2023
Latessia Cook (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-05-2023
She was amazing and helped me and my husband the best way she can. She made sure it was all about what I wanted and I have an amazing wedding. Thank you all you done for us.
Reviewed on 22-05-2023
Wedding Date 12-05-2023
She was amazing and helped me and my husband the best way she can. She made sure it was all about what I wanted and I have an amazing wedding. Thank you all you done for us.
Reviewed on 22-05-2023
Alyson Stumbo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-05-2023
Working with Leslie was amazing, she made everything super easy and was great at answering any questions we had along the way and making any changes we wanted. The venue is beautiful, it was perfect for the amount of people we had.
Reviewed on 11-05-2023
Wedding Date 06-05-2023
Working with Leslie was amazing, she made everything super easy and was great at answering any questions we had along the way and making any changes we wanted. The venue is beautiful, it was perfect for the amount of people we had.
Reviewed on 11-05-2023
Maggie Devore (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-02-2023
Everything was so taken care of and went so smoothly! The food, service, and atmosphere was amazing. I had so many questions and never felt like it was too much or that I didn’t have enough information to feel prepared. The night went better than we could have hoped.Fabulous venue!
Reviewed on 20-02-2023
Wedding Date 18-02-2023
Everything was so taken care of and went so smoothly! The food, service, and atmosphere was amazing. I had so many questions and never felt like it was too much or that I didn’t have enough information to feel prepared. The night went better than we could have hoped.Fabulous venue!
Reviewed on 20-02-2023
Lynn Piche (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-12-2022
We had an amazing experience with Banquets of Minnesota. The communication with out Banquet Hall Coordinator Leslie was by far exceeded our expectations. There were definitely points where we were not allowed to decorate certain parts of the hall for our Winter Wonderland Theme. However, Leslie answered with these requests right away to all of our emails and met up with us whenever we wanted to meet in person. The experience overall was top notch. We had to do very little work overall when it came to setting the tables, centerpieces, chairs, food, you name it! They also had preferred vendors for dj, cakes, etc. which made it easier to find those vendors as well. The hall did look beautiful with all the lights and decor. We got a lot of compliments on the food (especially the honey baked ham), and a few people said it was the best wedding food they’d ever had. We would definitely recommend Banquets of Minnesota to anyone who is looking for a very fun reception, less work for wedding planning, a beautiful setup, and a place that is budget friendly!
Reviewed on 15-12-2022
Wedding Date 10-12-2022
We had an amazing experience with Banquets of Minnesota. The communication with out Banquet Hall Coordinator Leslie was by far exceeded our expectations. There were definitely points where we were not allowed to decorate certain parts of the hall for our Winter Wonderland Theme. However, Leslie answered with these requests right away to all of our emails and met up with us whenever we wanted to meet in person. The experience overall was top notch. We had to do very little work overall when it came to setting the tables, centerpieces, chairs, food, you name it! They also had preferred vendors for dj, cakes, etc. which made it easier to find those vendors as well. The hall did look beautiful with all the lights and decor. We got a lot of compliments on the food (especially the honey baked ham), and a few people said it was the best wedding food they’d ever had. We would definitely recommend Banquets of Minnesota to anyone who is looking for a very fun reception, less work for wedding planning, a beautiful setup, and a place that is budget friendly!
Reviewed on 15-12-2022
Savana Phengmany (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-11-2022
My wife and I got married in AZ where we live and were planning our wedding reception in MN to be able to celebrate our new chapter with all of our family and friends. We initially thought this was going to be an impossible task until we met Leslie at the Banquets of Minnesota. She was really good about communicating with us about everything we wanted and made our wedding dreams come true! They offer catering services and have other vendors they routinely work with that really made this a one stop shop for our reception. The food was incredible, as well as the DJ company she recommended. Leslie truly made planning this event easy for us and took care of everything the day of allowing us to relax and enjoy ourselves. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 15-12-2022
Wedding Date 12-11-2022
My wife and I got married in AZ where we live and were planning our wedding reception in MN to be able to celebrate our new chapter with all of our family and friends. We initially thought this was going to be an impossible task until we met Leslie at the Banquets of Minnesota. She was really good about communicating with us about everything we wanted and made our wedding dreams come true! They offer catering services and have other vendors they routinely work with that really made this a one stop shop for our reception. The food was incredible, as well as the DJ company she recommended. Leslie truly made planning this event easy for us and took care of everything the day of allowing us to relax and enjoy ourselves. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 15-12-2022
Janelle Simons (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-10-2022
We were looking for a venue that had a quick availability. We had 5 months before our wedding date to find a venue. We did what every couple does; googled wedding venues in our area. We drove by Banquets of MN to see what it looked like before making a phone call. It looks like a warehouse building on the outside and so at first we were like no way. So, we toured one other place and we decided to give Banquets a call. When we got inside, we were wowed. Each ballroom was beautiful! From the lighted ceilings to to the floors. We met with Leslie and she was wonderful. She was knowledgeable, pleasant, always engaging, and very responsive. She was also very organized which made my job easy. They offered a tasting night which allowed us to get a grasp of what we would be serving our guests. We chose two dishes from that night even though we didn’t have to.When it came time for the wedding, Leslie and the staff were super pleasant and friendly. Still very organized and they were always available for questions. My kiddo was having a rough time beforehand and everyone went with the flow when it came to him and what his role was.The food was served hot and on time. We got a lot of compliments on this. We actually had a perfect wedding. Nothing went wrong leading up to and on the day of. We got a ton of compliments on the staff and the venue. We did a unique father/daughter dance and a few staff members came up to me and told me that they were in tears and they had never seen that done before. This was really a highlight because it showed they were engaged with us.We would HIGHLY recommend using Banquets of MN for any of your party needs. They don’t do just weddings. They do surprise parties, sports banquets, etc. We couldn’t have been happier with their services.
Reviewed on 05-12-2022
Wedding Date 15-10-2022
We were looking for a venue that had a quick availability. We had 5 months before our wedding date to find a venue. We did what every couple does; googled wedding venues in our area. We drove by Banquets of MN to see what it looked like before making a phone call. It looks like a warehouse building on the outside and so at first we were like no way. So, we toured one other place and we decided to give Banquets a call. When we got inside, we were wowed. Each ballroom was beautiful! From the lighted ceilings to to the floors. We met with Leslie and she was wonderful. She was knowledgeable, pleasant, always engaging, and very responsive. She was also very organized which made my job easy. They offered a tasting night which allowed us to get a grasp of what we would be serving our guests. We chose two dishes from that night even though we didn’t have to.When it came time for the wedding, Leslie and the staff were super pleasant and friendly. Still very organized and they were always available for questions. My kiddo was having a rough time beforehand and everyone went with the flow when it came to him and what his role was.The food was served hot and on time. We got a lot of compliments on this. We actually had a perfect wedding. Nothing went wrong leading up to and on the day of. We got a ton of compliments on the staff and the venue. We did a unique father/daughter dance and a few staff members came up to me and told me that they were in tears and they had never seen that done before. This was really a highlight because it showed they were engaged with us.We would HIGHLY recommend using Banquets of MN for any of your party needs. They don’t do just weddings. They do surprise parties, sports banquets, etc. We couldn’t have been happier with their services.
Reviewed on 05-12-2022
Yee Yost (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2022
Leslie and her team at Banquets of MN were awesome! Leslie is one of the nicest people we have ever worked with. Whenever my husband and I reached out to Leslie with questions, she was always prompt with replying to us. We made a some last minute changes days before our June wedding and they were very accommodating. Our family/guest were telling us how amazing the staff was on the day of the wedding and raved about the food and services that was provided. Our wedding day went so smoothly and was beautiful! We are so happy that we had our wedding at the Banquets of MN and it was a great experience!
Reviewed on 28-11-2022
Wedding Date 18-06-2022
Leslie and her team at Banquets of MN were awesome! Leslie is one of the nicest people we have ever worked with. Whenever my husband and I reached out to Leslie with questions, she was always prompt with replying to us. We made a some last minute changes days before our June wedding and they were very accommodating. Our family/guest were telling us how amazing the staff was on the day of the wedding and raved about the food and services that was provided. Our wedding day went so smoothly and was beautiful! We are so happy that we had our wedding at the Banquets of MN and it was a great experience!
Reviewed on 28-11-2022
Samantha Papka (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-08-2022
Banquets was amazing! One month before our wedding the reception space we had booked cancelled on us, needless to say we were devastated and lost hope. Then we got in contact with Leslie, and she really saved the day! She got in contact with us about a cancellation and worked with us to make our day amazing. She was very responsive in her communications with us and made sure to work with us so we were both on the same page. When our wedding day came, everything went wonderfully! The staff at Banquets were on top of everything and quick to help us. And Leslie was there to check in with myself and my new husband to make sure that we were doing well. Thank you so much Leslie and staff for helping us and taking care of us!Samantha and Michael
Reviewed on 02-09-2022
Wedding Date 27-08-2022
Banquets was amazing! One month before our wedding the reception space we had booked cancelled on us, needless to say we were devastated and lost hope. Then we got in contact with Leslie, and she really saved the day! She got in contact with us about a cancellation and worked with us to make our day amazing. She was very responsive in her communications with us and made sure to work with us so we were both on the same page. When our wedding day came, everything went wonderfully! The staff at Banquets were on top of everything and quick to help us. And Leslie was there to check in with myself and my new husband to make sure that we were doing well. Thank you so much Leslie and staff for helping us and taking care of us!Samantha and Michael
Reviewed on 02-09-2022
Lori Fisk (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
Dear Leslie,Just wanted to extend to you our greatest thanks.I spoke with a couple of the staff members Saturday night to let them know how pleased we were. All the staff were professional and very personable. And everything went along without any glitches. I was extra pleased when one of the staff noticed our eldest son in line trying to plate his food and his grandfathers' (who is in a wheelchair)...The gal stepped in and helped plate dads' food going along item by item asking him what he would like....It was just VERY nice for her to do.The DJ you recommended was also excellent. The food was very tasty and your facility was set up perfectly.I have heard similar comments about your staff and facility from family members as well.We will definitely recommend Banquets of MN to others.
Reviewed on 25-07-2022
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
Dear Leslie,Just wanted to extend to you our greatest thanks.I spoke with a couple of the staff members Saturday night to let them know how pleased we were. All the staff were professional and very personable. And everything went along without any glitches. I was extra pleased when one of the staff noticed our eldest son in line trying to plate his food and his grandfathers' (who is in a wheelchair)...The gal stepped in and helped plate dads' food going along item by item asking him what he would like....It was just VERY nice for her to do.The DJ you recommended was also excellent. The food was very tasty and your facility was set up perfectly.I have heard similar comments about your staff and facility from family members as well.We will definitely recommend Banquets of MN to others.
Reviewed on 25-07-2022
Stacy Hipsag (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-06-2022
Thanks to Banquets of MN our reception was incredible! First, we received many compliments from our guests about the food, the gorgeous set up of the ballroom, the wait staff and their attention to detail, & did I mention the FOOD which was delish! Secondly, by using vendors that had a relationship with Banquets it made planning effortless. The one stop shop is the way to do it. Last but definitely not least, Leslie was awesome to work with. She responded in a timely matter to our texts and our many questions. She is a true professional and this shows by being organized, friendly, and helpful. She truly loves her job and wants to create a beautiful experience for the wedding couple.
Reviewed on 22-07-2022
Wedding Date 11-06-2022
Thanks to Banquets of MN our reception was incredible! First, we received many compliments from our guests about the food, the gorgeous set up of the ballroom, the wait staff and their attention to detail, & did I mention the FOOD which was delish! Secondly, by using vendors that had a relationship with Banquets it made planning effortless. The one stop shop is the way to do it. Last but definitely not least, Leslie was awesome to work with. She responded in a timely matter to our texts and our many questions. She is a true professional and this shows by being organized, friendly, and helpful. She truly loves her job and wants to create a beautiful experience for the wedding couple.
Reviewed on 22-07-2022
Kelly Robeck (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2022
I'm not sure we can put into words how grateful and impressed we were with Leslie and the entire staff at Banquets, but we will try. From start to finish they made the entire process so incredibly easy and comfortable. The venue itself is so affordable and they set up a ton of the decorations for you. Leslie, the venue manager, is a complete professional. She knows exactly what she's doing and we had total trust and confidence in her. We received ENDLESS compliments about the space, the staff, and the FOOD (which is incredible).They also have so many established relationships with cake, DJ, photo booth, and hotel vendors that the rest of your wedding planning essentially is done. They have two spaces - one larger and one smaller. At first I was worried about them having two weddings at once but to be honest we didn't even notice the other party so it felt completely private.If you are on the fence about anything, absolutely book the Banquets. You will not be disappointed. We weren't and I fully believe that the Banquets was central to us having the best day of our lives. Thank you to Leslie and the amazing wonderful staff at Banquets.
Reviewed on 07-07-2022
Wedding Date 18-06-2022
I'm not sure we can put into words how grateful and impressed we were with Leslie and the entire staff at Banquets, but we will try. From start to finish they made the entire process so incredibly easy and comfortable. The venue itself is so affordable and they set up a ton of the decorations for you. Leslie, the venue manager, is a complete professional. She knows exactly what she's doing and we had total trust and confidence in her. We received ENDLESS compliments about the space, the staff, and the FOOD (which is incredible).They also have so many established relationships with cake, DJ, photo booth, and hotel vendors that the rest of your wedding planning essentially is done. They have two spaces - one larger and one smaller. At first I was worried about them having two weddings at once but to be honest we didn't even notice the other party so it felt completely private.If you are on the fence about anything, absolutely book the Banquets. You will not be disappointed. We weren't and I fully believe that the Banquets was central to us having the best day of our lives. Thank you to Leslie and the amazing wonderful staff at Banquets.
Reviewed on 07-07-2022
Anna Soland (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-05-2022
Leslie was so amazing! She was one of the deciding factors between Banquets and other venues. You're going to be having quite a bit of contact back and forth between you and your venue coordinator, and I wanted that to be Leslie. As far as the space, dance floor was nice. Not too sticky, not too slippery, there is a DJ booth so you don't have to budget space for a DJ if you go with one of theirs (I used my own DJ and he just used a corner table in front of the booth). The light garlands provided were absolutely lovely. If I could go back in time and choose Banquets of MN again, I would!
Reviewed on 29-06-2022
Wedding Date 07-05-2022
Leslie was so amazing! She was one of the deciding factors between Banquets and other venues. You're going to be having quite a bit of contact back and forth between you and your venue coordinator, and I wanted that to be Leslie. As far as the space, dance floor was nice. Not too sticky, not too slippery, there is a DJ booth so you don't have to budget space for a DJ if you go with one of theirs (I used my own DJ and he just used a corner table in front of the booth). The light garlands provided were absolutely lovely. If I could go back in time and choose Banquets of MN again, I would!
Reviewed on 29-06-2022
Krista Lange (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-05-2022
Leslie was wonderful. She knows her stuff and helped us plan a beautiful reception on a budget. The venue was beautiful, and several of our guests raved about how good the food was. If you're planning a reception, I highly recommend Banquets of Minnesota!
Reviewed on 08-06-2022
Wedding Date 14-05-2022
Leslie was wonderful. She knows her stuff and helped us plan a beautiful reception on a budget. The venue was beautiful, and several of our guests raved about how good the food was. If you're planning a reception, I highly recommend Banquets of Minnesota!
Reviewed on 08-06-2022
Andrea Guinn (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-02-2022
We couldn't recommend Banquets of Minnesota more! Leslie and the team were very easy to work with throughout the whole process, and we have gotten so many compliments on the venue, music, and food from our guests. Banquets of MN is as good as it gets for a wedding venue, especially for the great value!
Reviewed on 04-05-2022
Wedding Date 19-02-2022
We couldn't recommend Banquets of Minnesota more! Leslie and the team were very easy to work with throughout the whole process, and we have gotten so many compliments on the venue, music, and food from our guests. Banquets of MN is as good as it gets for a wedding venue, especially for the great value!
Reviewed on 04-05-2022
Noah Schuetz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-02-2022
Banquets of Minnesota was a fantastic place to have our wedding reception! They were able to accommodate us on short notice and help us with our planning in an incredible helpful and personal way. They had everything we needed to make the reception affordable and successful. We couldn't be happier with the result!
Reviewed on 03-05-2022
Wedding Date 26-02-2022
Banquets of Minnesota was a fantastic place to have our wedding reception! They were able to accommodate us on short notice and help us with our planning in an incredible helpful and personal way. They had everything we needed to make the reception affordable and successful. We couldn't be happier with the result!
Reviewed on 03-05-2022
Amy Sauve (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-12-2021
I don't even know where to begin with our magical day! Leslie and the Banquets of MN staff were absolutely amazing. Anytime we had questions or wanted change anything Leslie emailed/called in a timely manner and most days the same day!. The day of was flawless, Leslie kept things on time for us, helped with getting the wedding party ready, and was there whenever we needed her! She and the staff made our day perfect!! I can't recommend them enough for your special day!
Reviewed on 02-05-2022
Wedding Date 18-12-2021
I don't even know where to begin with our magical day! Leslie and the Banquets of MN staff were absolutely amazing. Anytime we had questions or wanted change anything Leslie emailed/called in a timely manner and most days the same day!. The day of was flawless, Leslie kept things on time for us, helped with getting the wedding party ready, and was there whenever we needed her! She and the staff made our day perfect!! I can't recommend them enough for your special day!
Reviewed on 02-05-2022
Katie Ray (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-01-2022
Our reception at Banquets of MN was absolutely incredible. Leslie is so organized and kind. She went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. The food was amazing, and the hall itself is beautiful. We loved that they have a wonderful selection of centerpieces to rent (for cheap!) and that they were set up for us. We are so glad we chose to have our reception at BofMN! We were able to have our large, beautiful wedding there while still sticking to our budget. Could not recommend them more.
Reviewed on 05-01-2022
Wedding Date 01-01-2022
Our reception at Banquets of MN was absolutely incredible. Leslie is so organized and kind. She went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. The food was amazing, and the hall itself is beautiful. We loved that they have a wonderful selection of centerpieces to rent (for cheap!) and that they were set up for us. We are so glad we chose to have our reception at BofMN! We were able to have our large, beautiful wedding there while still sticking to our budget. Could not recommend them more.
Reviewed on 05-01-2022
Chong Xiong (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-10-2020
My husband and I got married at this venue over a year ago. We chose this place because they made it very easy and stress -free for me as the bride to get everything I need for my wedding. They have center pieces for rental which was perfect for me as I did not plan to own any of it. They offered different colors of table covers, napkins and even table runners, and they provided nice dishware. The DJ we chose from their list offers uplights that can brighten up and dress up the room. We catered through them and the food was yummy and heart warming. They have a cash bar and an atm just outside in the hallway; everything was just made convenient. Their wedding party rooms were spacious and nicely kept; the ladies dress room had about 5 stations with mirrors. and Leslie was very easy to work with, she's experienced and very helpful and responsive when I reached out to her.Till this day, my husband and I do not regret choosing this place for our wedding. If you are looking for an affordable venue and not something that will break the bank, The Banquets of MN is a great option.
Reviewed on 13-11-2021
Wedding Date 10-10-2020
My husband and I got married at this venue over a year ago. We chose this place because they made it very easy and stress -free for me as the bride to get everything I need for my wedding. They have center pieces for rental which was perfect for me as I did not plan to own any of it. They offered different colors of table covers, napkins and even table runners, and they provided nice dishware. The DJ we chose from their list offers uplights that can brighten up and dress up the room. We catered through them and the food was yummy and heart warming. They have a cash bar and an atm just outside in the hallway; everything was just made convenient. Their wedding party rooms were spacious and nicely kept; the ladies dress room had about 5 stations with mirrors. and Leslie was very easy to work with, she's experienced and very helpful and responsive when I reached out to her.Till this day, my husband and I do not regret choosing this place for our wedding. If you are looking for an affordable venue and not something that will break the bank, The Banquets of MN is a great option.
Reviewed on 13-11-2021
Brittany Eddy (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-10-2021
Amazing. No words can truly describe. Leslie went above her obligations when our wedding cake (ordered from a different vendor) arrived and was incorrect. My thought? Ah, no big deal, if that’s the biggest issue I have today- no worries. Leslie called the bakery and got our correct cake on the way and delivered. Leslie and the ENTIRE team at Banquets of Minnesota were phenomenal. Food - excellent. Service - Out of this world. Leslie - A Saint. Thanks to the staff for giving me the wedding of my dreams! You are appreciated. ❤️- the Johnsons -
Reviewed on 02-11-2021
Wedding Date 30-10-2021
Amazing. No words can truly describe. Leslie went above her obligations when our wedding cake (ordered from a different vendor) arrived and was incorrect. My thought? Ah, no big deal, if that’s the biggest issue I have today- no worries. Leslie called the bakery and got our correct cake on the way and delivered. Leslie and the ENTIRE team at Banquets of Minnesota were phenomenal. Food - excellent. Service - Out of this world. Leslie - A Saint. Thanks to the staff for giving me the wedding of my dreams! You are appreciated. ❤️- the Johnsons -
Reviewed on 02-11-2021
Anthony Wilder (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2021
My wife and I are so happy with the way Banquets of Minnesota treated us for our wedding; we were always informed and invited to make the best decisions for our big day. Every detail was asked and explored because they know what they are doing and will guide you to your desired outcome! They are flexible and have a beautiful place for you to hold your celebration. Thank you all for making our wedding reception a success.
Reviewed on 27-10-2021
Wedding Date 14-08-2021
My wife and I are so happy with the way Banquets of Minnesota treated us for our wedding; we were always informed and invited to make the best decisions for our big day. Every detail was asked and explored because they know what they are doing and will guide you to your desired outcome! They are flexible and have a beautiful place for you to hold your celebration. Thank you all for making our wedding reception a success.
Reviewed on 27-10-2021
cassidy bellamy (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-01-2020
Leslie is so wonderful. She was so helpful with helping how I wanted the venue to look and would tell me what would look nice together. It was very helpful to decide for what food we wanted when she had a tasting for all the food. She made sure to check in as we planned to see if she could help with anything. And the day of she was helpful to make sure it wa s the best day.
Reviewed on 22-10-2021
Wedding Date 11-01-2020
Leslie is so wonderful. She was so helpful with helping how I wanted the venue to look and would tell me what would look nice together. It was very helpful to decide for what food we wanted when she had a tasting for all the food. She made sure to check in as we planned to see if she could help with anything. And the day of she was helpful to make sure it wa s the best day.
Reviewed on 22-10-2021
Hannah Hanson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-07-2021
This place is awesome!! I loved working with them and they made sure everything was perfect. Planning was a breeze with Leslie and the day of and rehearsal were taken care of as well. They asked my input for everything but when it came to the crazy day, they had it under control even when I didn’t know what I had to do. The venue is beautiful and has a great photography location nearby. The food is the best, every comment I got from guests was about the wonderful food and the service of the staff.
Reviewed on 21-10-2021
Wedding Date 31-07-2021
This place is awesome!! I loved working with them and they made sure everything was perfect. Planning was a breeze with Leslie and the day of and rehearsal were taken care of as well. They asked my input for everything but when it came to the crazy day, they had it under control even when I didn’t know what I had to do. The venue is beautiful and has a great photography location nearby. The food is the best, every comment I got from guests was about the wonderful food and the service of the staff.
Reviewed on 21-10-2021
Teresa Anderson (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-07-2021
I was the wedding coordinator for my sisters wedding. We were very pleased with the Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley for the wedding ceremony and reception. Leslie was very accommodating with having to postpone and reschedule from the summer of 2020 to 2021. The venue was beautiful and the food was excellent! We had a great time and highly recommend this venue to others. It is an excellent value.
Reviewed on 21-10-2021
Wedding Date 17-07-2021
I was the wedding coordinator for my sisters wedding. We were very pleased with the Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley for the wedding ceremony and reception. Leslie was very accommodating with having to postpone and reschedule from the summer of 2020 to 2021. The venue was beautiful and the food was excellent! We had a great time and highly recommend this venue to others. It is an excellent value.
Reviewed on 21-10-2021
Nichole Borowske (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-05-2021
A very beautiful and affordable wedding venue. Leslie is wonderful to work with and made everything so simple.
Reviewed on 18-10-2021
Wedding Date 22-05-2021
A very beautiful and affordable wedding venue. Leslie is wonderful to work with and made everything so simple.
Reviewed on 18-10-2021
Joseph Garcia (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-09-2021
We had our wedding and reception here and everything was perfect! Leslie was great and extremely helpful through the entire process from the time we started planning right through the festivities! The food was delicious, the lighting and decor was beautiful, and the space was perfect for our needs! We couldn't have asked for a better place to have our special day!
Reviewed on 15-09-2021
Wedding Date 11-09-2021
We had our wedding and reception here and everything was perfect! Leslie was great and extremely helpful through the entire process from the time we started planning right through the festivities! The food was delicious, the lighting and decor was beautiful, and the space was perfect for our needs! We couldn't have asked for a better place to have our special day!
Reviewed on 15-09-2021
Melissa Eberhardt (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-05-2021
We are so happy that we had our wedding ceremony and reception at Banquets of Minnesota. All of the staff were so helpful and friendly. Leslie was very easy to communicate with and our wedding was beautiful. It was so convenient to have our catering, decorations and bartender through the Banquets of Minnesota. Plus they helped out us out big time in a time crunch, recommending their preferred dj. Planning a wedding through covid was not easy, but they helped everything go way smoother than it could have. We are thankful to have found out about this venue on the knot, and highly recommend it. This is a wonderful place for any celebration!!
Reviewed on 21-05-2021
Wedding Date 15-05-2021
We are so happy that we had our wedding ceremony and reception at Banquets of Minnesota. All of the staff were so helpful and friendly. Leslie was very easy to communicate with and our wedding was beautiful. It was so convenient to have our catering, decorations and bartender through the Banquets of Minnesota. Plus they helped out us out big time in a time crunch, recommending their preferred dj. Planning a wedding through covid was not easy, but they helped everything go way smoother than it could have. We are thankful to have found out about this venue on the knot, and highly recommend it. This is a wonderful place for any celebration!!
Reviewed on 21-05-2021
Molly Johnson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-04-2021
Our wedding was 4-17/2021I cant say enough good things about this venue!!!SeriouslyUnbelievable staff, from the time we booked our wedding during Covid to the time we arrived morning of our wedding. Leslie the venue coordinator was 100% with me the entire six months after planning the wedding responded to all my emails within a half hour! She kept me calm when I was freaking out about everything that was happening with Covid and restrictions . She did everything I wanted exactly the day before my wedding she called and asked me to come up to the venue to look at the setup for my wedding to see if we liked how the center pieces were . Because she took the time the day before to legit set up the tables and center pieces!! LIKE HOW AMAZING!!!! Which was so nice!! It was beautifully set up exactly how I had told her I wanted it! We were able to have the grooms dinner the night before the wedding at the venue too, and also set up our decorations we had for around the room. She let us in 45 minutes early the day of my wedding so we could get started on make up as we had to be done by 2 PM. I had nothing but amazing things about this entire venue. Mannix the house dj was unbelievable also, he played every song I had requested before hand and was keeping the dance floor packed all night! Played all the music everybody requested also. The kitchen staff Cindy was nothing but amazing and came the first day to introduce herself and got to know us and was there for us all day at the wedding making sure everything was perfect the way we wanted it the food the dessert the cake everything. I had so many people telling me that the set up they had was unbelievable perfect. The size of the venue was awesome and due to Covid all the guests had to be seated at their seats during the ceremony but no matter where you sat you were able to see us at the stage during the ceremony . The bridal room and groom room were the perfect set up for what we needed make up and hair to be done it was so nice for every girl to have their own vanity with plug-ins to!!!!!! The food that we had was so delicious and we got so many compliments on how good it was. They had the entire night so smoothy running. My wedding could not have been any better and more beautiful if it wasn’t for this venue, staff. It was so nice renting everything from them from centerpieces to table cloths to everything saved us so much money and that way we did not have to deal with it after the wedding to sell it!!!I will tell every bride and groom to check this venue out you will not beat their price at any venue for how beautiful it was!!!!It was so great to have more Lake less than a mile away from the venue for people who get their for our wedding party photos :)
Reviewed on 28-04-2021
Wedding Date 17-04-2021
Our wedding was 4-17/2021I cant say enough good things about this venue!!!SeriouslyUnbelievable staff, from the time we booked our wedding during Covid to the time we arrived morning of our wedding. Leslie the venue coordinator was 100% with me the entire six months after planning the wedding responded to all my emails within a half hour! She kept me calm when I was freaking out about everything that was happening with Covid and restrictions . She did everything I wanted exactly the day before my wedding she called and asked me to come up to the venue to look at the setup for my wedding to see if we liked how the center pieces were . Because she took the time the day before to legit set up the tables and center pieces!! LIKE HOW AMAZING!!!! Which was so nice!! It was beautifully set up exactly how I had told her I wanted it! We were able to have the grooms dinner the night before the wedding at the venue too, and also set up our decorations we had for around the room. She let us in 45 minutes early the day of my wedding so we could get started on make up as we had to be done by 2 PM. I had nothing but amazing things about this entire venue. Mannix the house dj was unbelievable also, he played every song I had requested before hand and was keeping the dance floor packed all night! Played all the music everybody requested also. The kitchen staff Cindy was nothing but amazing and came the first day to introduce herself and got to know us and was there for us all day at the wedding making sure everything was perfect the way we wanted it the food the dessert the cake everything. I had so many people telling me that the set up they had was unbelievable perfect. The size of the venue was awesome and due to Covid all the guests had to be seated at their seats during the ceremony but no matter where you sat you were able to see us at the stage during the ceremony . The bridal room and groom room were the perfect set up for what we needed make up and hair to be done it was so nice for every girl to have their own vanity with plug-ins to!!!!!! The food that we had was so delicious and we got so many compliments on how good it was. They had the entire night so smoothy running. My wedding could not have been any better and more beautiful if it wasn’t for this venue, staff. It was so nice renting everything from them from centerpieces to table cloths to everything saved us so much money and that way we did not have to deal with it after the wedding to sell it!!!I will tell every bride and groom to check this venue out you will not beat their price at any venue for how beautiful it was!!!!It was so great to have more Lake less than a mile away from the venue for people who get their for our wedding party photos :)
Reviewed on 28-04-2021
Ann Budig (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-04-2021
Banquets of Minnesota were fabulous to work with in planning our April 10, 2021 wedding. Most of the planning took place during COVID and uncertain times. However, Banquets of Minnesota (Leslie) always kept a positive attitude and willing to work with us! The food was HOT and DELICIOUS!!! And the event went just as planned!
Reviewed on 21-04-2021
Wedding Date 10-04-2021
Banquets of Minnesota were fabulous to work with in planning our April 10, 2021 wedding. Most of the planning took place during COVID and uncertain times. However, Banquets of Minnesota (Leslie) always kept a positive attitude and willing to work with us! The food was HOT and DELICIOUS!!! And the event went just as planned!
Reviewed on 21-04-2021
Heather Hohenstein (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-02-2021
We highly recommend booking Leslie and the Banquets of Minnesota! We did both our rehearsal dinner and our wedding reception here, and we were very pleased with how both turned out! The service and food was amazing- our guests were raving about it! On top of our great experience, we also need to factor in the fact that COVID has made wedding planning incredibly difficult. Leslie was very supportive, helpful, accommodating, and great with communication through this entire process! We also were connected to other great vendors through Leslie's recommendations. Mannix and Music Mix Entertainment were such an awesome DJ service/photobooth, we had an awesome draping backdrop, and our hotel had a shuttle service to and from the venue. Thank you for helping make our day so special and memorable!
Reviewed on 09-03-2021
Wedding Date 27-02-2021
We highly recommend booking Leslie and the Banquets of Minnesota! We did both our rehearsal dinner and our wedding reception here, and we were very pleased with how both turned out! The service and food was amazing- our guests were raving about it! On top of our great experience, we also need to factor in the fact that COVID has made wedding planning incredibly difficult. Leslie was very supportive, helpful, accommodating, and great with communication through this entire process! We also were connected to other great vendors through Leslie's recommendations. Mannix and Music Mix Entertainment were such an awesome DJ service/photobooth, we had an awesome draping backdrop, and our hotel had a shuttle service to and from the venue. Thank you for helping make our day so special and memorable!
Reviewed on 09-03-2021
Ann Smisek Smisek (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-10-2020
We could not rate BOM high enough. We truly had the perfect reception here last month! Leslie was so wonderful to work with and helped us with whatever we needed. She was amazing at calming all my worries, answering questions in a timely manner, and assisting family and friends the day of. The entire staff was so kind, helpful, and attentive at our reception and made sure we had everything we needed and kept us on a smooth schedule. The food was AMAZING and so affordable. Our wedding felt like a dream- every single detail was so perfect. I would recommend this hall to anyone and everyone who is planning a wedding. It was exactly what we were hoping for and much much more!
Reviewed on 11-11-2020
Wedding Date 24-10-2020
We could not rate BOM high enough. We truly had the perfect reception here last month! Leslie was so wonderful to work with and helped us with whatever we needed. She was amazing at calming all my worries, answering questions in a timely manner, and assisting family and friends the day of. The entire staff was so kind, helpful, and attentive at our reception and made sure we had everything we needed and kept us on a smooth schedule. The food was AMAZING and so affordable. Our wedding felt like a dream- every single detail was so perfect. I would recommend this hall to anyone and everyone who is planning a wedding. It was exactly what we were hoping for and much much more!
Reviewed on 11-11-2020
Nicole Sherry (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-09-2020
My husband and I loved having our reception here! Leslie, Dan, and staff were absolutely amazing and did not disappoint. A large banquet hall with enough room for our guests and a large dance floor. The food was amazing, we were getting complements all night about it. The pictures do not do this place a justice, such a beautiful venue!
Reviewed on 08-11-2020
Wedding Date 12-09-2020
My husband and I loved having our reception here! Leslie, Dan, and staff were absolutely amazing and did not disappoint. A large banquet hall with enough room for our guests and a large dance floor. The food was amazing, we were getting complements all night about it. The pictures do not do this place a justice, such a beautiful venue!
Reviewed on 08-11-2020
Cindy Brown (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-09-2020
Banquets of Minnesota is top notch! Leslie and Dan are so kind and amazing people people to work with! Everyone of my guest's raved about the fabulous food. I highly recommend this venue!!
Reviewed on 15-10-2020
Wedding Date 25-09-2020
Banquets of Minnesota is top notch! Leslie and Dan are so kind and amazing people people to work with! Everyone of my guest's raved about the fabulous food. I highly recommend this venue!!
Reviewed on 15-10-2020
Talia Rudahl (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-09-2020
Leslie and her team at Banquets of Minnesota are great! We had our wedding on September 26th, and they helped not only make the day so special, but also helped us coordinate everything mid-Covid. Being a Covid-bride was quite stressful, but thanks to Leslie, I knew that my guests would be safe and she helped us navigate all of the last minute changes we had to make. If we ever have to have a large celebration again, we would definitely come back!
Reviewed on 02-10-2020
Wedding Date 26-09-2020
Leslie and her team at Banquets of Minnesota are great! We had our wedding on September 26th, and they helped not only make the day so special, but also helped us coordinate everything mid-Covid. Being a Covid-bride was quite stressful, but thanks to Leslie, I knew that my guests would be safe and she helped us navigate all of the last minute changes we had to make. If we ever have to have a large celebration again, we would definitely come back!
Reviewed on 02-10-2020
Heather O (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-01-2020
This was the most affordable venue and included so many things with the pricing! Leslie made things super easy for us & the food was a hit. The only “negative” was that it was suuuuuuuuuuuper hot but when I asked to turn down the air they did. Also, we were super crunched on time and the timeline was very strict, sucked as we didn’t have time for photos like we wanted. I do not regret getting married here!
Reviewed on 29-01-2020
Wedding Date 04-01-2020
This was the most affordable venue and included so many things with the pricing! Leslie made things super easy for us & the food was a hit. The only “negative” was that it was suuuuuuuuuuuper hot but when I asked to turn down the air they did. Also, we were super crunched on time and the timeline was very strict, sucked as we didn’t have time for photos like we wanted. I do not regret getting married here!
Reviewed on 29-01-2020
Lindsay Pritzl (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-12-2019
Leslie was a pleasure to work with and we loved that the venue, food, beverages and some decorations were all in one - it relieved so much stress knowing that it was all taken care of and we didn't have to coordinate a bunch of different vendors. We did notice while planning that our quote didn't always match exactly what we had agreed upon, but Leslie was helpful and quick to correct it when we pointed it out. Overall, we had a fantastic experience!
Reviewed on 22-01-2020
Wedding Date 28-12-2019
Leslie was a pleasure to work with and we loved that the venue, food, beverages and some decorations were all in one - it relieved so much stress knowing that it was all taken care of and we didn't have to coordinate a bunch of different vendors. We did notice while planning that our quote didn't always match exactly what we had agreed upon, but Leslie was helpful and quick to correct it when we pointed it out. Overall, we had a fantastic experience!
Reviewed on 22-01-2020
Amanda Baker (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-09-2019
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! the food, atmosphere, the staff were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond my expectations. Leslie the event coordinator was so wonderful. Answered all my questions in a timely manner and allowed my family and I come out multiple times to check out the venue and look at the centerpieces since i couldn't make up my mind on what i wanted.
Reviewed on 10-10-2019
Wedding Date 14-09-2019
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! the food, atmosphere, the staff were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond my expectations. Leslie the event coordinator was so wonderful. Answered all my questions in a timely manner and allowed my family and I come out multiple times to check out the venue and look at the centerpieces since i couldn't make up my mind on what i wanted.
Reviewed on 10-10-2019
Tabbitha Sparks (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-09-2019
My husband and I got married this past Saturday at Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley - the Olympian Ballroom. Leslie was incredibly attentive from the day we first asked to see the venue until the day of our event. Anything and everything we needed or wanted she made happen. We were told by several guests how it was the most beautiful wedding they’d ever been to and that it was also the best food they’ve had at a wedding. I seriously think I inhaled some of it!! The venue is not only affordable but it is gorgeous. I would recommend this venue to any bride, I had absolutely ZERO stress regarding ceremony and venue and I couldn’t have possibly asked for anything more. We had one mix up with our cake (from a completely different vendor) and Cindy, the head chef, took care of it for me stating that I didn’t need those issues on my wedding day. Every single person on staff went above and beyond for us! They were even emotionally invested as I spied a few tears from them after our ceremony. THANK YOU Banquets of minnesota staff for making our day the absolute best it could’ve been!!! We will never forget it.
Reviewed on 17-09-2019
Wedding Date 14-09-2019
My husband and I got married this past Saturday at Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley - the Olympian Ballroom. Leslie was incredibly attentive from the day we first asked to see the venue until the day of our event. Anything and everything we needed or wanted she made happen. We were told by several guests how it was the most beautiful wedding they’d ever been to and that it was also the best food they’ve had at a wedding. I seriously think I inhaled some of it!! The venue is not only affordable but it is gorgeous. I would recommend this venue to any bride, I had absolutely ZERO stress regarding ceremony and venue and I couldn’t have possibly asked for anything more. We had one mix up with our cake (from a completely different vendor) and Cindy, the head chef, took care of it for me stating that I didn’t need those issues on my wedding day. Every single person on staff went above and beyond for us! They were even emotionally invested as I spied a few tears from them after our ceremony. THANK YOU Banquets of minnesota staff for making our day the absolute best it could’ve been!!! We will never forget it.
Reviewed on 17-09-2019
Lilly Seignarack (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
OMGG!!!Long and I had our wedding there this past weekend 9/7/19 and we have nothing but great things to say! Let me first give a huge THANK YOU to the entire team there, they are all so very sweet and amazing! Leslie helped from start to finish, from the planning to seeing her dance with us on the dance floor! she is so involved and always was open to meet with us to talk details over and gave suggestions to better assist our big day! we loved it here, great venue, great food and a GREAT PRICE!!! you won't regret it!!! :) we went with the Olympian room!
Reviewed on 13-09-2019
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
OMGG!!!Long and I had our wedding there this past weekend 9/7/19 and we have nothing but great things to say! Let me first give a huge THANK YOU to the entire team there, they are all so very sweet and amazing! Leslie helped from start to finish, from the planning to seeing her dance with us on the dance floor! she is so involved and always was open to meet with us to talk details over and gave suggestions to better assist our big day! we loved it here, great venue, great food and a GREAT PRICE!!! you won't regret it!!! :) we went with the Olympian room!
Reviewed on 13-09-2019
Julie Lessard (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-08-2019
We have had two wedding receptions in the Vivian Room. Two other family memebers also had their wedding receptions with Banquets of Minnesota as well. This is a very affordable, beautiful, professionally run business. Everything was perfect from the staff, food, bartenders, even down tho the meticulously folded napkins. The rooms are beautiful, very clean and up-to-date. The included ceiling drapery and lights add such a beautiful touch. Leslie and Dan are so accomodating and nice to work with. They really want your day to be perfect.
Reviewed on 11-09-2019
Wedding Date 23-08-2019
We have had two wedding receptions in the Vivian Room. Two other family memebers also had their wedding receptions with Banquets of Minnesota as well. This is a very affordable, beautiful, professionally run business. Everything was perfect from the staff, food, bartenders, even down tho the meticulously folded napkins. The rooms are beautiful, very clean and up-to-date. The included ceiling drapery and lights add such a beautiful touch. Leslie and Dan are so accomodating and nice to work with. They really want your day to be perfect.
Reviewed on 11-09-2019
Katherine Roden (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-08-2019
Banquets of Minnesota made planning our wedding so easy. They have so many options for renting and catering, which you can customize to your own style. Our coordinator, Leslie, did a phenomenal job. She was professional, attentive to detail, answered all of my questions, and made the day go smoothly. The staff was incredibly friendly and took care of all of the needs of the bridal party and guests. We are so happy we chose Banquets of Minnesota and highly recommend them.
Reviewed on 10-09-2019
Wedding Date 24-08-2019
Banquets of Minnesota made planning our wedding so easy. They have so many options for renting and catering, which you can customize to your own style. Our coordinator, Leslie, did a phenomenal job. She was professional, attentive to detail, answered all of my questions, and made the day go smoothly. The staff was incredibly friendly and took care of all of the needs of the bridal party and guests. We are so happy we chose Banquets of Minnesota and highly recommend them.
Reviewed on 10-09-2019
Tianna Baadsgaard (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-06-2019
Jarrod and I had our wedding at Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley, MN last weekend (6/22/19) and let me tell you.. It was absolutely wonderful in every way!!!!! We were in the Vivian ballroom and it was just perfect! I highly recommend!! The coordinator is Leslie and she is absolutely the best!! She responds to emails within the same day, is very patient with all of my questions and planning ideas I had, and she's very honest and cares about you and your big day!! Thank you for everything!!!! Love, The Baadsgaard's
Reviewed on 30-06-2019
Wedding Date 22-06-2019
Jarrod and I had our wedding at Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley, MN last weekend (6/22/19) and let me tell you.. It was absolutely wonderful in every way!!!!! We were in the Vivian ballroom and it was just perfect! I highly recommend!! The coordinator is Leslie and she is absolutely the best!! She responds to emails within the same day, is very patient with all of my questions and planning ideas I had, and she's very honest and cares about you and your big day!! Thank you for everything!!!! Love, The Baadsgaard's
Reviewed on 30-06-2019
Amanda Hernandez (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-06-2019
We had our Wedding Reception at the Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley and everything was absolutely amazing!!! Dan, Leslie, and the Banquets of Minnesota staff were wonderful throughout the whole process. The planning process was incredibly easy and stress free. Everything is handled there from the planning, set-up/take down, decorations, liquor, bartenders/servers, and delicious food. The room was stunning, the food was excellent, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. They work with some awesome venders that really knew the site well! We would highly recommend this venue to any couple.
Reviewed on 03-06-2019
Wedding Date 01-06-2019
We had our Wedding Reception at the Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley and everything was absolutely amazing!!! Dan, Leslie, and the Banquets of Minnesota staff were wonderful throughout the whole process. The planning process was incredibly easy and stress free. Everything is handled there from the planning, set-up/take down, decorations, liquor, bartenders/servers, and delicious food. The room was stunning, the food was excellent, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. They work with some awesome venders that really knew the site well! We would highly recommend this venue to any couple.
Reviewed on 03-06-2019
Ying Xiong (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-05-2019
We had both our ceremony and reception at Banquets of Minnesota-Blaine. Gloria and her staff are absolutely amazing and did a spectacular job. The food was amazing, decor was beautiful, and Gloria is just overall an amazing person to work with. We are beyond grateful to have worked with such amazing people and venue!!!
Reviewed on 16-05-2019
Wedding Date 04-05-2019
We had both our ceremony and reception at Banquets of Minnesota-Blaine. Gloria and her staff are absolutely amazing and did a spectacular job. The food was amazing, decor was beautiful, and Gloria is just overall an amazing person to work with. We are beyond grateful to have worked with such amazing people and venue!!!
Reviewed on 16-05-2019
NiPre Williams (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
I can not express just how beautiful my reception was!!! The food was the best reception food I've ever had. The staff were all so supportive and so professional! i would rate this place 100 stars if I could! I had 300 people at my reception and each and every one of them loved the reception venue. i wish I had pictures of how beautiful it looked !!!! definitely doing my up coming family reunion here!!!! Ms. Leslie rocks at the Fridley Location!!!!!!
Reviewed on 05-12-2018
I can not express just how beautiful my reception was!!! The food was the best reception food I've ever had. The staff were all so supportive and so professional! i would rate this place 100 stars if I could! I had 300 people at my reception and each and every one of them loved the reception venue. i wish I had pictures of how beautiful it looked !!!! definitely doing my up coming family reunion here!!!! Ms. Leslie rocks at the Fridley Location!!!!!!
Reviewed on 05-12-2018
Nicole Ampe (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2018
We had our Wedding at Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley and everything was perfect!!! Leslie was great to work with. It was a beautiful venue and the price was very reasonable. The food was fantastic. We are still receiving compliments from our guest about how great the food was!! I am so happy that we picked the Banquets of Minnesota to host our ceremony and reception.
Reviewed on 26-11-2018
Wedding Date 22-09-2018
We had our Wedding at Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley and everything was perfect!!! Leslie was great to work with. It was a beautiful venue and the price was very reasonable. The food was fantastic. We are still receiving compliments from our guest about how great the food was!! I am so happy that we picked the Banquets of Minnesota to host our ceremony and reception.
Reviewed on 26-11-2018
Krista Siems (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
I had my wedding at Banquets and I couldn't have had a better time! It was seriously more than I could have imagined. I picked Banquets largely because it was pretty but because Leslie was just so personable. And Leslie and her team work so hard to ensure that your day goes smoothly. She would contact me to clarify my ideas. Not only that but she helped me realize things that I didn't even know about! One of the things that I loved that Leslie suggested was that asked if we wanted a \"Memory Table\" for our lost loved ones. I had never even thought of that - but it meant so much to me and my husband (and for sure our families) to have a place for memories from our families.I could take up all the available space to review Banquets. I honestly can't believe how easy everything was. And I have never met a more caring, nice, helpful, and wonderful individual than Leslie. Seriously, if you want a beautiful, spectacular, easy and carefree wedding, look no farther than Banquets of Minnesota.
Reviewed on 16-11-2018
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
I had my wedding at Banquets and I couldn't have had a better time! It was seriously more than I could have imagined. I picked Banquets largely because it was pretty but because Leslie was just so personable. And Leslie and her team work so hard to ensure that your day goes smoothly. She would contact me to clarify my ideas. Not only that but she helped me realize things that I didn't even know about! One of the things that I loved that Leslie suggested was that asked if we wanted a \"Memory Table\" for our lost loved ones. I had never even thought of that - but it meant so much to me and my husband (and for sure our families) to have a place for memories from our families.I could take up all the available space to review Banquets. I honestly can't believe how easy everything was. And I have never met a more caring, nice, helpful, and wonderful individual than Leslie. Seriously, if you want a beautiful, spectacular, easy and carefree wedding, look no farther than Banquets of Minnesota.
Reviewed on 16-11-2018
Jan Barnes (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
We had our wedding reception at the Fridley location in July 2018 and we had an amazing experience! Leslie was very helpful and responsive. She worked through all of the details with us and was very gracious with all of our questions and requests. The event went very smoothly and our guests had a great time. And we heard over and over how great the food was! Thank you, Leslie and your staff, for helping make our wedding reception a memorable event! We appreciate it so much!
Reviewed on 13-11-2018
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
We had our wedding reception at the Fridley location in July 2018 and we had an amazing experience! Leslie was very helpful and responsive. She worked through all of the details with us and was very gracious with all of our questions and requests. The event went very smoothly and our guests had a great time. And we heard over and over how great the food was! Thank you, Leslie and your staff, for helping make our wedding reception a memorable event! We appreciate it so much!
Reviewed on 13-11-2018
Gail Grina (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-09-2018
Banquets of Minnesota was the perfect venue for my son and his wife's wedding reception. The banquet room was spacious yet felt intimate, the lighting was gorgeous, the dance floor was just the right size, there was plenty of room for a photo booth, display tables, our band, a slide show, and a huge buffet. We had a great time tasting their food selections at a tasting and the night of the event, everything was delicious and we received many compliments about the food selections. The staff kept the food well stocked and were very helpful to the guests as they came up for their food. The 2 bridal party rooms were clean and comfortable with plenty of room for a big party and nice dressing tables and mirrors for preparation. The staff at banquets were very kind and patient on the night of the reception - even when when things didn't go just as planned and we made some mistakes with our seating chart. They were wonderful and we felt like they would take care of us and quickly fixed the tables where we needed seating adjusted. The accessories for the tables and the linens were high quality and beautiful. We also had an ice sculpture which added an amazing highlight to our serving area. In the months leading up to the reception, Leslie Lind, Event Coordinator, was wonderful. She helped us so much and kept us right on track with our timeline with perfect suggestions to make it a magical evening. Dan also did a lot of work to pull all of the details together so that nothing was forgotten. The value of our reception for the very reasonable price was perfect and we are so glad that we used Banquets of Minnesota for our very memorable evening!
Reviewed on 28-10-2018
Wedding Date 08-09-2018
Banquets of Minnesota was the perfect venue for my son and his wife's wedding reception. The banquet room was spacious yet felt intimate, the lighting was gorgeous, the dance floor was just the right size, there was plenty of room for a photo booth, display tables, our band, a slide show, and a huge buffet. We had a great time tasting their food selections at a tasting and the night of the event, everything was delicious and we received many compliments about the food selections. The staff kept the food well stocked and were very helpful to the guests as they came up for their food. The 2 bridal party rooms were clean and comfortable with plenty of room for a big party and nice dressing tables and mirrors for preparation. The staff at banquets were very kind and patient on the night of the reception - even when when things didn't go just as planned and we made some mistakes with our seating chart. They were wonderful and we felt like they would take care of us and quickly fixed the tables where we needed seating adjusted. The accessories for the tables and the linens were high quality and beautiful. We also had an ice sculpture which added an amazing highlight to our serving area. In the months leading up to the reception, Leslie Lind, Event Coordinator, was wonderful. She helped us so much and kept us right on track with our timeline with perfect suggestions to make it a magical evening. Dan also did a lot of work to pull all of the details together so that nothing was forgotten. The value of our reception for the very reasonable price was perfect and we are so glad that we used Banquets of Minnesota for our very memorable evening!
Reviewed on 28-10-2018
Cindy Willis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-07-2018
The food was delicious and the staff were absolutely wonderful! Leslie works with you to ensure that everything is set up and prepared for your big day. We weren't the most organized but with the flexible method of payments and Leslie checking in every few months, it all went smoothly. During our reception, Cindy/Sydney the head of the serving staff was always there for us in case we needed anything. Our guests still compliment our venue to this day.
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Wedding Date 21-07-2018
The food was delicious and the staff were absolutely wonderful! Leslie works with you to ensure that everything is set up and prepared for your big day. We weren't the most organized but with the flexible method of payments and Leslie checking in every few months, it all went smoothly. During our reception, Cindy/Sydney the head of the serving staff was always there for us in case we needed anything. Our guests still compliment our venue to this day.
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Cameka McCreary (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
food was great. it was well organized well put together. liked that we were able to have ceremony and reception at the same location. there was plenty of parking.
Reviewed on 23-10-2018
food was great. it was well organized well put together. liked that we were able to have ceremony and reception at the same location. there was plenty of parking.
Reviewed on 23-10-2018
Brenda Siems (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
We had the most amazing time at Banquets of MN. One of the reasons we chose the venue was due to the professionalism of our wedding coordinator - Leslie. She was extremely helpful and made sure everything was taken care of. My daughter and I kept asking each other what we needed to do, but Leslie took care of everything! She was willing to add some personal touches at the grooms request. The food was so delicious! Many guests complimented us on how beautiful the room was and how delicious the food was! Thank you Banquets for making our daughters special day one that she will remember!
Reviewed on 14-10-2018
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
We had the most amazing time at Banquets of MN. One of the reasons we chose the venue was due to the professionalism of our wedding coordinator - Leslie. She was extremely helpful and made sure everything was taken care of. My daughter and I kept asking each other what we needed to do, but Leslie took care of everything! She was willing to add some personal touches at the grooms request. The food was so delicious! Many guests complimented us on how beautiful the room was and how delicious the food was! Thank you Banquets for making our daughters special day one that she will remember!
Reviewed on 14-10-2018
Pam H. (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-03-2018
This is by far the best local wedding venue with great amenities. Leslie is the best event coordinator any bride could have asked for in planning there wedding. My wedding was held back in march'18 at the Fridley location and i could not have been more pleased with the staff,food,and the venue itself. We had only 4 months to plan our wedding so i know how stressful it could be but working with Leslie and all my last minute changes she was awesome in accommodating to my needs. It is like having a wedding planner without the extra cost of one. Her response time to emails or voicemail is A+ in my opinion. They do offer great recommendation for vendors which i use the DJ&Photo booth services as well as the Officiant they listed. My guest love the food and they were commenting through out the night they could not imagine wedding food tasting so good and it is buffet style. Everyone at Banquets of Minnesota was pleasant to work with and the dressing rooms was pretty sweet. Great job Leslie!! Highly recommend her with your venue choice.
Reviewed on 05-10-2018
Wedding Date 24-03-2018
This is by far the best local wedding venue with great amenities. Leslie is the best event coordinator any bride could have asked for in planning there wedding. My wedding was held back in march'18 at the Fridley location and i could not have been more pleased with the staff,food,and the venue itself. We had only 4 months to plan our wedding so i know how stressful it could be but working with Leslie and all my last minute changes she was awesome in accommodating to my needs. It is like having a wedding planner without the extra cost of one. Her response time to emails or voicemail is A+ in my opinion. They do offer great recommendation for vendors which i use the DJ&Photo booth services as well as the Officiant they listed. My guest love the food and they were commenting through out the night they could not imagine wedding food tasting so good and it is buffet style. Everyone at Banquets of Minnesota was pleasant to work with and the dressing rooms was pretty sweet. Great job Leslie!! Highly recommend her with your venue choice.
Reviewed on 05-10-2018
Marisa Samaray (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
I worked with gloria an she was more then amazing !!! So glad I did my wedding here the staff was amazing an nice an professional an at a great price !! Not spendy at all !!! An gloria was so much help !! I had so many questions an gloria answered every single one of them !!! She was so nice !! I wish i got to work with her again but only getting married once ! Thank you again for you an your team gloria
Reviewed on 17-09-2018
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
I worked with gloria an she was more then amazing !!! So glad I did my wedding here the staff was amazing an nice an professional an at a great price !! Not spendy at all !!! An gloria was so much help !! I had so many questions an gloria answered every single one of them !!! She was so nice !! I wish i got to work with her again but only getting married once ! Thank you again for you an your team gloria
Reviewed on 17-09-2018
Bridget Halvorson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-05-2018
I couldn't be happier with my experience at Banquets of Mn. It is gorgeous inside and Leslie was so helpful through the planning process. Everything was well organized and the price was pretty reasonable.
Reviewed on 29-06-2018
Wedding Date 05-05-2018
I couldn't be happier with my experience at Banquets of Mn. It is gorgeous inside and Leslie was so helpful through the planning process. Everything was well organized and the price was pretty reasonable.
Reviewed on 29-06-2018
Megan LeClaire (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-05-2018
Leslie was our contact and she was AWESOME! We knew from the first time we toured the venue and met Leslie that we would have a good experience here. Fast responses, very knowledgeable about everything wedding! Very reasonably priced room rental and food pricing. The food was amazing and we are still hearing how much people liked it 2 weeks later! They do only offer buffet option though! We also had late night pizza’s and those went SO fast! Would recommend having late night snacks if you have a crowd that is going to stay late. The whole staff at the Banquets of MN were really great. They helped us set up, tear down, and were always around to help with whatever we needed day of. Last but not least, the venue is beautiful. It was an old bowling alley but the outside is simple white stucco and the inside is completely redone and beautiful. Tall ceilings, neutral colors in carpeting, very nice separate entrances to the two ballrooms with couches and tables if people want to get away from the music. I would definitely hold another event here and would recommend it to anyone who is looking to keep their budget and still have a beautiful venue with great food!
Reviewed on 27-05-2018
Wedding Date 12-05-2018
Leslie was our contact and she was AWESOME! We knew from the first time we toured the venue and met Leslie that we would have a good experience here. Fast responses, very knowledgeable about everything wedding! Very reasonably priced room rental and food pricing. The food was amazing and we are still hearing how much people liked it 2 weeks later! They do only offer buffet option though! We also had late night pizza’s and those went SO fast! Would recommend having late night snacks if you have a crowd that is going to stay late. The whole staff at the Banquets of MN were really great. They helped us set up, tear down, and were always around to help with whatever we needed day of. Last but not least, the venue is beautiful. It was an old bowling alley but the outside is simple white stucco and the inside is completely redone and beautiful. Tall ceilings, neutral colors in carpeting, very nice separate entrances to the two ballrooms with couches and tables if people want to get away from the music. I would definitely hold another event here and would recommend it to anyone who is looking to keep their budget and still have a beautiful venue with great food!
Reviewed on 27-05-2018
Cat Couper (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-06-2019
Can’t say enough great things about my dear friend Leslie and her staff -(as well as Gloria and staff at the Blaine facility -Dan who does all the catering etc) you are all amazing. If I could give them 10 stars I would. I work quite frequently with both the locations and their attention to detail is beyond amazing. They are on top of everything! While making couples feel comfortable and relaxed they also run a tight ship so that everything goes as planned and on time. I don't care if you live south of the river... it is worth the drive (30-45 min) for this venue and professional staff for your event!
Reviewed on 08-04-2018
Wedding Date 09-06-2019
Can’t say enough great things about my dear friend Leslie and her staff -(as well as Gloria and staff at the Blaine facility -Dan who does all the catering etc) you are all amazing. If I could give them 10 stars I would. I work quite frequently with both the locations and their attention to detail is beyond amazing. They are on top of everything! While making couples feel comfortable and relaxed they also run a tight ship so that everything goes as planned and on time. I don't care if you live south of the river... it is worth the drive (30-45 min) for this venue and professional staff for your event!
Reviewed on 08-04-2018
Carrie Schumann (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-03-2018
I am not certain I have the right words to express how truly grateful I am to Leslie and the entire Banquets crew in Fridley for making my wedding day amazing. Throughout the process, Leslie was professional and helpful. She always had great advice when we were struggling with decisions (which beer to buy for our guests/which food options to choose/which linens to use/etc...). I was planning our wedding while living overseas in the Peace Corps and she was completely flexible with me in our unique situation. The banquet halls themselves are GORGEOUS. All of my guests said so. The permanent draping looked so elegant - and once all the tables were decorated and everything in place - I had to take a step back and just admire. All of my guests commented on the food. I didn't get to eat too much (typical bride right?) but what I ate was incredible! And it was beautifully presented in the buffet. We had mimosas and sandwiches provided to us as we got ready - the boys had beer and sandwiches while they played Xbox in their getting ready rooms. The getting ready suite for the girls was perfectly lit and a good amount of space for all our stuff!Leslie worked with all my vendors to get them set up - I hardly had to speak with them if they needed anything - she was on top of it. To top it all off - Leslie was even there to help with my bustle before the grand entrance because everyone was struggling with it! Going above and beyond seemed second nature for her - my reception was simply perfect. We all had so much fun! Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 08-04-2018
Wedding Date 31-03-2018
I am not certain I have the right words to express how truly grateful I am to Leslie and the entire Banquets crew in Fridley for making my wedding day amazing. Throughout the process, Leslie was professional and helpful. She always had great advice when we were struggling with decisions (which beer to buy for our guests/which food options to choose/which linens to use/etc...). I was planning our wedding while living overseas in the Peace Corps and she was completely flexible with me in our unique situation. The banquet halls themselves are GORGEOUS. All of my guests said so. The permanent draping looked so elegant - and once all the tables were decorated and everything in place - I had to take a step back and just admire. All of my guests commented on the food. I didn't get to eat too much (typical bride right?) but what I ate was incredible! And it was beautifully presented in the buffet. We had mimosas and sandwiches provided to us as we got ready - the boys had beer and sandwiches while they played Xbox in their getting ready rooms. The getting ready suite for the girls was perfectly lit and a good amount of space for all our stuff!Leslie worked with all my vendors to get them set up - I hardly had to speak with them if they needed anything - she was on top of it. To top it all off - Leslie was even there to help with my bustle before the grand entrance because everyone was struggling with it! Going above and beyond seemed second nature for her - my reception was simply perfect. We all had so much fun! Thank you so much!
Reviewed on 08-04-2018
Danielle Strand (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-12-2017
I can't say enough about how great Gloria was to work with. Even when the wedding was months away, she quickly responded to any questions we had and made the entire process very easy. They went above and beyond to make sure our day was exactly what we wanted. Our guests are still telling us how great the food was and how friendly the staff was. Wedding planning was nearly stress-free for us thanks to The Banquets of Minnesota.
Reviewed on 04-01-2018
Wedding Date 30-12-2017
I can't say enough about how great Gloria was to work with. Even when the wedding was months away, she quickly responded to any questions we had and made the entire process very easy. They went above and beyond to make sure our day was exactly what we wanted. Our guests are still telling us how great the food was and how friendly the staff was. Wedding planning was nearly stress-free for us thanks to The Banquets of Minnesota.
Reviewed on 04-01-2018
Sarah Maurer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-10-2017
The venue was AMAZING. My (now) husband and I were incredibly pleased with our choice here. The place is really a blank canvas for whatever you want your wedding to be. (We wanted a Halloween-themed wedding, with people in costumes or comfort, and once we had it decorated, you felt like it was Halloween.) It was comfortable, clean, and there are wonderful ready rooms! PLUS, there's a DJ booth built in, so the DJ isn't taking up valuable space on/near the dance floor. And the food!! I can't even put into words how good the food was. We had stuffed veggies and dip, Cesar salad, whipped potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, country baked ham, stuffed chicken breast, and bread sticks. It was such a wonderful spread of amazing food. That chef is dynamite. And not one of our guests had a complaint. The first thing that struck me was how nice Leslie was to work with. She's a firm operator and I knew my wedding was in very good hands. Even at our first meeting, she was welcoming, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. My husband and I were doing the wedding all on our own; no planner. But Leslie turned out to be more than capable of being a wedding planner. She helped us organize our thoughts and verbalize what we wanted. She was incredibly accommodating, and very prompt at answering her emails. (I'm sure she would be the same with phone calls, but I hate calling people, so email it is. And sometimes I get hesitant about emailing because it's easy to be put off by the recipient, but Leslie ALWAYS got back to me within 24 hours (usually way less than 24, I swear she doesn't sleep).) Between her and the rest of the staff, we were well taken care of. Just the nicest people on such a stressful day. Also, the location is great. Just off of 694 and 65. It's easy for anyone to get to, and really not hard to find. My guests really appreciated that.I would HIGHLY recommend Banquets of Minnesota for your wedding if you want amazing food, SUPER friendly staff, and a place you can put your own mark on. I can't commend them enough for their hard work and dedication to making the day special and memorable.
Reviewed on 29-11-2017
Wedding Date 21-10-2017
The venue was AMAZING. My (now) husband and I were incredibly pleased with our choice here. The place is really a blank canvas for whatever you want your wedding to be. (We wanted a Halloween-themed wedding, with people in costumes or comfort, and once we had it decorated, you felt like it was Halloween.) It was comfortable, clean, and there are wonderful ready rooms! PLUS, there's a DJ booth built in, so the DJ isn't taking up valuable space on/near the dance floor. And the food!! I can't even put into words how good the food was. We had stuffed veggies and dip, Cesar salad, whipped potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, country baked ham, stuffed chicken breast, and bread sticks. It was such a wonderful spread of amazing food. That chef is dynamite. And not one of our guests had a complaint. The first thing that struck me was how nice Leslie was to work with. She's a firm operator and I knew my wedding was in very good hands. Even at our first meeting, she was welcoming, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. My husband and I were doing the wedding all on our own; no planner. But Leslie turned out to be more than capable of being a wedding planner. She helped us organize our thoughts and verbalize what we wanted. She was incredibly accommodating, and very prompt at answering her emails. (I'm sure she would be the same with phone calls, but I hate calling people, so email it is. And sometimes I get hesitant about emailing because it's easy to be put off by the recipient, but Leslie ALWAYS got back to me within 24 hours (usually way less than 24, I swear she doesn't sleep).) Between her and the rest of the staff, we were well taken care of. Just the nicest people on such a stressful day. Also, the location is great. Just off of 694 and 65. It's easy for anyone to get to, and really not hard to find. My guests really appreciated that.I would HIGHLY recommend Banquets of Minnesota for your wedding if you want amazing food, SUPER friendly staff, and a place you can put your own mark on. I can't commend them enough for their hard work and dedication to making the day special and memorable.
Reviewed on 29-11-2017
Mariah Abeler (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-11-2017
We got married at the Blaine location the on 18th of November and everything was PERFECT! Gloria is amazing and will help you plan the wedding of your dreams at a reasonable price. Something that really stuck out to me was that my mom/his mom/our families didn't have to do anything. The staff set up and take down everything with the centerpieces THEY provide ( and they're SO hard to choose from! we went with lanterns!) Also, the FOOD! Oh my goodness. Listen up. They offer a taste testing and you get to try their most popular food options. And everything we tried that night was SO good. But on our wedding night, it was somehow SO much better. Cindy, who helped us pick out our menu items at the taste testing night, promised to work on our wedding night and carried my plate for me to the head table for me. So above and beyond!! We had the time of our lives and our loved ones said our wedding was EPIC :) We met the owner several times when we were coming and going, and he is SUCH a cool guy! Thank you to Dan, Gloria, Cindy and the rest of the BOM staff who made our wedding night unforgettable! :)
Reviewed on 28-11-2017
Wedding Date 18-11-2017
We got married at the Blaine location the on 18th of November and everything was PERFECT! Gloria is amazing and will help you plan the wedding of your dreams at a reasonable price. Something that really stuck out to me was that my mom/his mom/our families didn't have to do anything. The staff set up and take down everything with the centerpieces THEY provide ( and they're SO hard to choose from! we went with lanterns!) Also, the FOOD! Oh my goodness. Listen up. They offer a taste testing and you get to try their most popular food options. And everything we tried that night was SO good. But on our wedding night, it was somehow SO much better. Cindy, who helped us pick out our menu items at the taste testing night, promised to work on our wedding night and carried my plate for me to the head table for me. So above and beyond!! We had the time of our lives and our loved ones said our wedding was EPIC :) We met the owner several times when we were coming and going, and he is SUCH a cool guy! Thank you to Dan, Gloria, Cindy and the rest of the BOM staff who made our wedding night unforgettable! :)
Reviewed on 28-11-2017
Miranda Johnson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-10-2017
I have no complaints. Leslie was so easy to work with. The food was amazing. Bar service was great. The venue looked incredible. Hotels are close by and it's in an easy location.
Reviewed on 31-10-2017
Wedding Date 27-10-2017
I have no complaints. Leslie was so easy to work with. The food was amazing. Bar service was great. The venue looked incredible. Hotels are close by and it's in an easy location.
Reviewed on 31-10-2017
Rose Eastman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-06-2017
Our reception couldn't have been more perfect! They recently renovated, so don't let the outside deceive you. We worked with Kelly & Gloria. Both were great to work with and very easy going. All of my information was correct and they weren't busy or bothersome like some other venues can be. Every guest raved about the food. We had 7 diet restriction meals and they all said they appreciated the full plate meal they were given. Our buffet came with a surprise, a beautiful ice sculpture, that we didn't know anything about. This is a great local company and we had no complaints. Everything was perfect. We were in the Elegance ballroom in Blaine.
Reviewed on 18-09-2017
Wedding Date 17-06-2017
Our reception couldn't have been more perfect! They recently renovated, so don't let the outside deceive you. We worked with Kelly & Gloria. Both were great to work with and very easy going. All of my information was correct and they weren't busy or bothersome like some other venues can be. Every guest raved about the food. We had 7 diet restriction meals and they all said they appreciated the full plate meal they were given. Our buffet came with a surprise, a beautiful ice sculpture, that we didn't know anything about. This is a great local company and we had no complaints. Everything was perfect. We were in the Elegance ballroom in Blaine.
Reviewed on 18-09-2017
Allison Kagima (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-01-2017
Banquets of Minnesota did a remarkable job for our wedding! Leslie, our event coordinator, was amazing to work with! She made the whole planning process so easy and always got back to us over the phone or email quickly. The food was delicious and service was wonderful. The Vivian Ballroom in Fridley is beautiful! We received many guest compliments regarding all aspects of our ceremony and reception! I highly recommend the Banquets of MN!! It is affordable and perfect for both a ceremony and wedding reception!
Reviewed on 18-01-2017
Wedding Date 14-01-2017
Banquets of Minnesota did a remarkable job for our wedding! Leslie, our event coordinator, was amazing to work with! She made the whole planning process so easy and always got back to us over the phone or email quickly. The food was delicious and service was wonderful. The Vivian Ballroom in Fridley is beautiful! We received many guest compliments regarding all aspects of our ceremony and reception! I highly recommend the Banquets of MN!! It is affordable and perfect for both a ceremony and wedding reception!
Reviewed on 18-01-2017
Gabrielle Medina (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-01-2017
Banquets of Minnesota is wonderful! Here is what my Mom posted about the venue the day after our wedding, and I don’t think she could have said it better: \"Banquets of Minnesota is an amazing venue! The room is beautiful, clean and elegant. The food was excellent, delicious, hot and plentiful! Cannot say enough about the staff, seriously. Everyone we encountered were professional, accommodating and helpful. They really cared that our wedding reception was exactly what we wanted and made that possible. Our daughter's wedding was last night and honestly I have no complaints! Highly recommend this venue to any couple out there searching, this place is amazing!!!\"Leslie was great to work with, very responsive, professional, and truly cared that we were able to make our wedding vision come true. She always responded to emails in a timely manner and answered all the questions we constantly had. We received numerous comments on the cleanliness, look, and size of the venue, as well as the incredible food. Honestly, so many people commented on the venue itself and the food for our buffet, as we were greeting all of our guests throughout the night. We had an absolutely perfect wedding day, and a big part of that was because we had an incredible venue for all of our family and friends. We would recommend Banquets of MN to every couple out there, a million times over.
Reviewed on 18-01-2017
Wedding Date 07-01-2017
Banquets of Minnesota is wonderful! Here is what my Mom posted about the venue the day after our wedding, and I don’t think she could have said it better: \"Banquets of Minnesota is an amazing venue! The room is beautiful, clean and elegant. The food was excellent, delicious, hot and plentiful! Cannot say enough about the staff, seriously. Everyone we encountered were professional, accommodating and helpful. They really cared that our wedding reception was exactly what we wanted and made that possible. Our daughter's wedding was last night and honestly I have no complaints! Highly recommend this venue to any couple out there searching, this place is amazing!!!\"Leslie was great to work with, very responsive, professional, and truly cared that we were able to make our wedding vision come true. She always responded to emails in a timely manner and answered all the questions we constantly had. We received numerous comments on the cleanliness, look, and size of the venue, as well as the incredible food. Honestly, so many people commented on the venue itself and the food for our buffet, as we were greeting all of our guests throughout the night. We had an absolutely perfect wedding day, and a big part of that was because we had an incredible venue for all of our family and friends. We would recommend Banquets of MN to every couple out there, a million times over.
Reviewed on 18-01-2017
Shelly Medina (wedding party) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-03-2018
Banquets of Minnesota is an amazing venue! The room is beautiful, clean and elegant. The food was excellent, delicious, hot and plentiful! Can not say enough about the staff, seriously. Everyone we encountered were professional, accommodating and helpful. They really cared that our wedding reception was exactly what we wanted and made that possible. Our daughter's wedding was last night and honestly I have no complaints! Highly recommend this venue to any couple out there searching, this place is amazing!!!
Reviewed on 09-01-2017
Wedding Date 09-03-2018
Banquets of Minnesota is an amazing venue! The room is beautiful, clean and elegant. The food was excellent, delicious, hot and plentiful! Can not say enough about the staff, seriously. Everyone we encountered were professional, accommodating and helpful. They really cared that our wedding reception was exactly what we wanted and made that possible. Our daughter's wedding was last night and honestly I have no complaints! Highly recommend this venue to any couple out there searching, this place is amazing!!!
Reviewed on 09-01-2017
Chase Jenkins (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-01-2018
10 STARS! We were married 10/8/16, and the reception and food were above and beyond. We were in the Elegance Room and it was amazing. It was decorated to perfection, with the tiniest details accounted for, which just capped off an amazing day for my new wife and I. Now, the food, there are not enough words to describe how GREAT the food was. Every item was perfection, nothing was \"just ok\". My wife and I both had numerous people coming and commenting on the food the entire night and how perfect it was. It is a real testament to Dan Nelson and the passion and desire he has to make things perfect. His attention to detail comes through in every way, shape, and form. The do catering outside of their banquet halls as well, so do not hesitate with this vendor. The will make a perfect day even more magical. The are the BEST in the Twin Cities!
Reviewed on 14-11-2016
Wedding Date 14-01-2018
10 STARS! We were married 10/8/16, and the reception and food were above and beyond. We were in the Elegance Room and it was amazing. It was decorated to perfection, with the tiniest details accounted for, which just capped off an amazing day for my new wife and I. Now, the food, there are not enough words to describe how GREAT the food was. Every item was perfection, nothing was \"just ok\". My wife and I both had numerous people coming and commenting on the food the entire night and how perfect it was. It is a real testament to Dan Nelson and the passion and desire he has to make things perfect. His attention to detail comes through in every way, shape, and form. The do catering outside of their banquet halls as well, so do not hesitate with this vendor. The will make a perfect day even more magical. The are the BEST in the Twin Cities!
Reviewed on 14-11-2016
Sarah Stahn (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-11-2016
Having our reception at Banquets of Minnesota was one of the first decisions we made - and it definitely turned out to be a fantastic choice in venue. The coordinator, Leslie, was amazing - and she definitely sold us on the place after meeting with her the first time. She was honest with us for what we were able and unable to do in the space, she was able to get us into a tasting shortly after our visit - which helped cement the decision for us. She answered questions quickly and the venue is open about ALL charges up front - which is not always the case for wedding vendors. People raved about the food - the stuffed chicken breast was a hit! The only thing you will want to keep in mind when you choose this venue, is that it's not -real- close to any hotels - but there is fairly cheap transportation out there if you're willing to look for it. Definitely, definitely worth checking out.
Reviewed on 07-11-2016
Wedding Date 05-11-2016
Having our reception at Banquets of Minnesota was one of the first decisions we made - and it definitely turned out to be a fantastic choice in venue. The coordinator, Leslie, was amazing - and she definitely sold us on the place after meeting with her the first time. She was honest with us for what we were able and unable to do in the space, she was able to get us into a tasting shortly after our visit - which helped cement the decision for us. She answered questions quickly and the venue is open about ALL charges up front - which is not always the case for wedding vendors. People raved about the food - the stuffed chicken breast was a hit! The only thing you will want to keep in mind when you choose this venue, is that it's not -real- close to any hotels - but there is fairly cheap transportation out there if you're willing to look for it. Definitely, definitely worth checking out.
Reviewed on 07-11-2016
Mallery Rohde (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-09-2016
The banquets of MN made all of my dreams come true! It is the most beautiful place, with wonderful employees, the food is so delicious, and the price is very reasonable! I highly recommend this place to any one considering.
Reviewed on 11-09-2016
Wedding Date 09-09-2016
The banquets of MN made all of my dreams come true! It is the most beautiful place, with wonderful employees, the food is so delicious, and the price is very reasonable! I highly recommend this place to any one considering.
Reviewed on 11-09-2016
Kim Davis (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-08-2016
We were so happy with Banquets of MN! The Elegance Room in Blaine was beautiful, the food was delicious (several guests positively commented on the meal). We loved the large dance floor, too! And Kelley was always ready to answer questions and help to make the day perfect.
Reviewed on 22-08-2016
Wedding Date 20-08-2016
We were so happy with Banquets of MN! The Elegance Room in Blaine was beautiful, the food was delicious (several guests positively commented on the meal). We loved the large dance floor, too! And Kelley was always ready to answer questions and help to make the day perfect.
Reviewed on 22-08-2016
Sara Freed (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-03-2016
I would highly recommend this venue! Not only is it a great value, it is also a very nice venue with delicious food and courteous service! My husband and I were married at the Banquets of Minnesota at the end of March 2016. Overall, we had a wonderful experience! Our day was exactly what we had hoped for, and we couldn't have done it without the staff at Banquets of Minnesota. I heard nothing but wonderful things about the food and the staff from our family and friends. The food was delicious! We had appetizers and late-night pizza for the wedding and pasta for the rehearsal dinner. In the months leading up to the weeding, I felt I often had to follow up with the coordinator to make sure updates were made as requested. It added a little stress and follow-up leading up to the wedding, but everything on the day of went perfectly! Our requests were always accommodated and the coordinated often suggested very helpful ideas.
Reviewed on 31-05-2016
Wedding Date 25-03-2016
I would highly recommend this venue! Not only is it a great value, it is also a very nice venue with delicious food and courteous service! My husband and I were married at the Banquets of Minnesota at the end of March 2016. Overall, we had a wonderful experience! Our day was exactly what we had hoped for, and we couldn't have done it without the staff at Banquets of Minnesota. I heard nothing but wonderful things about the food and the staff from our family and friends. The food was delicious! We had appetizers and late-night pizza for the wedding and pasta for the rehearsal dinner. In the months leading up to the weeding, I felt I often had to follow up with the coordinator to make sure updates were made as requested. It added a little stress and follow-up leading up to the wedding, but everything on the day of went perfectly! Our requests were always accommodated and the coordinated often suggested very helpful ideas.
Reviewed on 31-05-2016
Amelia Schultz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-04-2016
We had the most wonderful experience with the Banquets of Minnesota. Leading up to the wedding, the coordinator did a fantastic job keeping us in the loop and squaring away details. Day of, the staff were friendly and attentive. A great venue overall- highly recommended!
Reviewed on 12-04-2016
Wedding Date 02-04-2016
We had the most wonderful experience with the Banquets of Minnesota. Leading up to the wedding, the coordinator did a fantastic job keeping us in the loop and squaring away details. Day of, the staff were friendly and attentive. A great venue overall- highly recommended!
Reviewed on 12-04-2016
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-05-2017
Everything went perfectly and according to plan. No surprise charges. Excellent food, service and attention to detail! Everyone was very pleased.
Reviewed on 02-03-2016
Wedding Date 02-05-2017
Everything went perfectly and according to plan. No surprise charges. Excellent food, service and attention to detail! Everyone was very pleased.
Reviewed on 02-03-2016
Stephanie O'Rourke (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-12-2015
It's hard to begin. Our day was spectacular! The venue is beautiful. We held our NYE reception of about 220 people in the Olympian ballroom. The food was outstanding. The stuffed chicken is heavenly, and the roast beef was a delight as well. We opted for a beautiful, hand-carved ice sculpture (claddaugh) by the recommended John Franks and couldn't have been more impressed. Everything about the look and maintenance of the facility is top-notch. The girls and I loved our space to get ready in, as well.\rLeslie was our contact/facilitator for the majority of our planning. She was wonderful with being flexible and getting back to us via email and phone calls when we had questions. Dan (owner) was phenomenal with being flexible, courteous, and efficient. The wait staff/bartender for the evening was wonderful! \rI can't say enough good things about how well everything came together. Not to mention, what a steal (off-peak season/day)! Greatest value around.\rThank you again Fridley Banquets team! Our special day at your venue could not possibly have gone any better/smoother.
Reviewed on 25-02-2016
Wedding Date 31-12-2015
It's hard to begin. Our day was spectacular! The venue is beautiful. We held our NYE reception of about 220 people in the Olympian ballroom. The food was outstanding. The stuffed chicken is heavenly, and the roast beef was a delight as well. We opted for a beautiful, hand-carved ice sculpture (claddaugh) by the recommended John Franks and couldn't have been more impressed. Everything about the look and maintenance of the facility is top-notch. The girls and I loved our space to get ready in, as well.\rLeslie was our contact/facilitator for the majority of our planning. She was wonderful with being flexible and getting back to us via email and phone calls when we had questions. Dan (owner) was phenomenal with being flexible, courteous, and efficient. The wait staff/bartender for the evening was wonderful! \rI can't say enough good things about how well everything came together. Not to mention, what a steal (off-peak season/day)! Greatest value around.\rThank you again Fridley Banquets team! Our special day at your venue could not possibly have gone any better/smoother.
Reviewed on 25-02-2016
a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
We absolutely loved our experience at The Banquets of Minnesota. The facility is beautiful and elegant. Parking on site. The DJ booth and bar are built into the wall so that there is more floor space for tables or dancing. And all the speakers are installed throughout the ceiling so that everyone can hear clearly no matter where they are sitting. We still get complements on how good the buffet was- The Grand Buffet with Turkey and Ham. The staff was amazing as well. They were so accommodating! Leslie was always available to answer any questions I had and was so flexible with a lot of my requests. The best part was the cost. We got a lot for the money we spent on this venue. I would totally recommend this venue to anyone looking for a classy/beautiful venue without breaking the bank.
Reviewed on 04-02-2016
We absolutely loved our experience at The Banquets of Minnesota. The facility is beautiful and elegant. Parking on site. The DJ booth and bar are built into the wall so that there is more floor space for tables or dancing. And all the speakers are installed throughout the ceiling so that everyone can hear clearly no matter where they are sitting. We still get complements on how good the buffet was- The Grand Buffet with Turkey and Ham. The staff was amazing as well. They were so accommodating! Leslie was always available to answer any questions I had and was so flexible with a lot of my requests. The best part was the cost. We got a lot for the money we spent on this venue. I would totally recommend this venue to anyone looking for a classy/beautiful venue without breaking the bank.
Reviewed on 04-02-2016
hannah Johnson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-01-2016
I used the Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley for my January wedding. The owners were so helpful, speedy with replies, and never said no to us \"just dropping by\" with questions or wedding supplies. Using this venue helped make this aspect of my wedding stress-free, as I never worried about them knowing what they were doing. They gave me great advice, and my day was absolutely perfect! I would recommend them to anyone planning a wedding!
Reviewed on 17-01-2016
Wedding Date 09-01-2016
I used the Banquets of Minnesota in Fridley for my January wedding. The owners were so helpful, speedy with replies, and never said no to us \"just dropping by\" with questions or wedding supplies. Using this venue helped make this aspect of my wedding stress-free, as I never worried about them knowing what they were doing. They gave me great advice, and my day was absolutely perfect! I would recommend them to anyone planning a wedding!
Reviewed on 17-01-2016
Kathryn Green (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-11-2015
Banquets of MN was great to work with. The food was amazing, atmosphere was fun and inviting, staff was very friendly and outgoing. It was exactly what we were hoping for in our ceremony and reception venue.
Reviewed on 17-01-2016
Wedding Date 13-11-2015
Banquets of MN was great to work with. The food was amazing, atmosphere was fun and inviting, staff was very friendly and outgoing. It was exactly what we were hoping for in our ceremony and reception venue.
Reviewed on 17-01-2016
Anonymous (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-10-2015
Food and service were great, we received many compliments. Also, the Bride and Groom rooms were an amazing resource throughout the day. We ordered an ice sculpture we were extremely disappointed, it looked like it was used in a previous reception put back in the freezer and reused for our reception. It was not the same as the one we ordered/previewed during the food tasting. We used Midwest Music through Banquets of MN, there was a \"miscommunication\" between the DJ and Leslie, and a DJ was not assigned to our event, meaning we were assigned a DJ five days before our wedding and had to rush that process. All in all we were happy (event was fantastic) just disappointed in a few of the details.
Reviewed on 03-01-2016
Wedding Date 03-10-2015
Food and service were great, we received many compliments. Also, the Bride and Groom rooms were an amazing resource throughout the day. We ordered an ice sculpture we were extremely disappointed, it looked like it was used in a previous reception put back in the freezer and reused for our reception. It was not the same as the one we ordered/previewed during the food tasting. We used Midwest Music through Banquets of MN, there was a \"miscommunication\" between the DJ and Leslie, and a DJ was not assigned to our event, meaning we were assigned a DJ five days before our wedding and had to rush that process. All in all we were happy (event was fantastic) just disappointed in a few of the details.
Reviewed on 03-01-2016
Jackie Baron (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-11-2015
It did not take us long to find Banquets of MN. This establishment was beyond perfect for us. The price was right and the venue could not have been more beautiful! Dan is absolutely THE BEST to work with!!!! I can't thank him enough for all he did for us!
Reviewed on 15-12-2015
Wedding Date 14-11-2015
It did not take us long to find Banquets of MN. This establishment was beyond perfect for us. The price was right and the venue could not have been more beautiful! Dan is absolutely THE BEST to work with!!!! I can't thank him enough for all he did for us!
Reviewed on 15-12-2015
Trisha Johnson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-09-2015
Amazing, simply amazing. Start to finish. The Planning process was smooth and all my questions were answered. The day of I didn't have to worry about a thing and it looked beautiful! The food was amazing and the staff was wonderful!
Reviewed on 20-10-2015
Wedding Date 25-09-2015
Amazing, simply amazing. Start to finish. The Planning process was smooth and all my questions were answered. The day of I didn't have to worry about a thing and it looked beautiful! The food was amazing and the staff was wonderful!
Reviewed on 20-10-2015
Nia Johnson (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-09-2015
This venue was very affordable and elegant. Very little decorating was needed. I still get compliments and comments on how amazing the food was. People told me it was the best wedding dinner they've had! My only issue was the DJ. We booked Midwest sound through the banquets of MN therefore we paid them not the dj and the contract was not seen by us. We were told the party went until 1am and needed to be out by then so my assumption was the music went until then as I had family clearing out all of our decor. The DJ stopped at midnight and said that's how long his contract was for, yet I didn't see this contract and was not aware of the timing. I got out dj to play until 1230 but was not happy with the communication between the DJ, banquets and myself. When the DJ just stopped playing while we figured it out it killed the party when it was confirmed they should have played til 1230. Only advice is to ensure you see all contracts and details from every vendor yourself I.e. DJ, food, photobooth, cake, etc and ensure all times line up.
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Wedding Date 25-09-2015
This venue was very affordable and elegant. Very little decorating was needed. I still get compliments and comments on how amazing the food was. People told me it was the best wedding dinner they've had! My only issue was the DJ. We booked Midwest sound through the banquets of MN therefore we paid them not the dj and the contract was not seen by us. We were told the party went until 1am and needed to be out by then so my assumption was the music went until then as I had family clearing out all of our decor. The DJ stopped at midnight and said that's how long his contract was for, yet I didn't see this contract and was not aware of the timing. I got out dj to play until 1230 but was not happy with the communication between the DJ, banquets and myself. When the DJ just stopped playing while we figured it out it killed the party when it was confirmed they should have played til 1230. Only advice is to ensure you see all contracts and details from every vendor yourself I.e. DJ, food, photobooth, cake, etc and ensure all times line up.
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-09-2015
We were so impressed with everything about this venue from the planning process with Leslie all the way through to the perfect reception. I was the type of bride who wanted a nice wedding, but didn't want to work too hard to plan out every little detail. Leslie made it so easy! She was very practical, reasonable, and experienced so she knew what would work best. And my parents loved the price tag. My reception was flawless and the food was raved about. There was plenty of space and never a line at the bathroom so our guests could enjoy their time. I would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Wedding Date 26-09-2015
We were so impressed with everything about this venue from the planning process with Leslie all the way through to the perfect reception. I was the type of bride who wanted a nice wedding, but didn't want to work too hard to plan out every little detail. Leslie made it so easy! She was very practical, reasonable, and experienced so she knew what would work best. And my parents loved the price tag. My reception was flawless and the food was raved about. There was plenty of space and never a line at the bathroom so our guests could enjoy their time. I would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Where to even start. I was referred by a friend to go look at the Elegance Room. Once I stepped foot in the door, I knew this was the venue for my wedding! Leslie and Dan along with their staff were incredible! They helped me with every step and made my day seamless. The food was fantastic and I got so many compliments on that and their serving staff!! They are perfectionists and I had the best day and can't rave about them enough!! Thank you all once again, you are amazing at what you do and I see your venue being #1 in the metro area!! Thanks again, Leslie, Dan and staff, you are simply amazing!!
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Where to even start. I was referred by a friend to go look at the Elegance Room. Once I stepped foot in the door, I knew this was the venue for my wedding! Leslie and Dan along with their staff were incredible! They helped me with every step and made my day seamless. The food was fantastic and I got so many compliments on that and their serving staff!! They are perfectionists and I had the best day and can't rave about them enough!! Thank you all once again, you are amazing at what you do and I see your venue being #1 in the metro area!! Thanks again, Leslie, Dan and staff, you are simply amazing!!
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Genna Bichler (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-08-2015
Overall, I was happy with my experience with banquets of Minnesota. Everyone loved the food and the servers were great.
Reviewed on 10-10-2015
Wedding Date 29-08-2015
Overall, I was happy with my experience with banquets of Minnesota. Everyone loved the food and the servers were great.
Reviewed on 10-10-2015
Anonymous (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-09-2016
Banquets of Minnesota did a remarkable job for our daughter's wedding! Leslie was wonderful to work with, providing much guidance and kind assistance throughout our planning process! The meal was delicious and service was superb! We also met Dan, for the decorating the eve before. All dealings with both Dan and Leslie were handled with the epitome of professionalism. The Vivian Ballroom is beautiful! We received many guest compliments regarding all aspects of the reception! I highly recommend the Banquets of MN!! Thanks for making our daughter's wedding reception perfect!
Reviewed on 28-07-2015
Wedding Date 28-09-2016
Banquets of Minnesota did a remarkable job for our daughter's wedding! Leslie was wonderful to work with, providing much guidance and kind assistance throughout our planning process! The meal was delicious and service was superb! We also met Dan, for the decorating the eve before. All dealings with both Dan and Leslie were handled with the epitome of professionalism. The Vivian Ballroom is beautiful! We received many guest compliments regarding all aspects of the reception! I highly recommend the Banquets of MN!! Thanks for making our daughter's wedding reception perfect!
Reviewed on 28-07-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-05-2015
Our wedding turned out far better than we were expecting and we believe it was because of the venue! The Fridley location is convenient, beautiful, new, spacious, and has really nice, big dressing rooms for you to get ready in. The food was great and there was plenty of it. The staff at the Banquets of MN made sure everything went smoothly! \r\rOverall, this venue is pretty affordable, considering my husband and I were just out of college and he had only been working for a few months before the wedding.\r\rI would recommend this to any bride in the Twin Cities!
Reviewed on 22-06-2015
Wedding Date 31-05-2015
Our wedding turned out far better than we were expecting and we believe it was because of the venue! The Fridley location is convenient, beautiful, new, spacious, and has really nice, big dressing rooms for you to get ready in. The food was great and there was plenty of it. The staff at the Banquets of MN made sure everything went smoothly! \r\rOverall, this venue is pretty affordable, considering my husband and I were just out of college and he had only been working for a few months before the wedding.\r\rI would recommend this to any bride in the Twin Cities!
Reviewed on 22-06-2015
Christina Hein (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-04-2015
Our wedding was April 17th. We chose to have our wedding reception at the Vivian Ballroom in Fridley. Leslie, our event coordinator, was so amazing to work with! She made the whole planning process so easy. We were so pleased with how everything turned out-it was an absolutely perfect night! And the food from Dan Good Catering was delicious! We are still getting comments from our guests that it was the best wedding food they had ever had. I would so recommend Banquets of Minnesota to any couple looking for a ceremony and/or reception venue!
Reviewed on 08-05-2015
Wedding Date 17-04-2015
Our wedding was April 17th. We chose to have our wedding reception at the Vivian Ballroom in Fridley. Leslie, our event coordinator, was so amazing to work with! She made the whole planning process so easy. We were so pleased with how everything turned out-it was an absolutely perfect night! And the food from Dan Good Catering was delicious! We are still getting comments from our guests that it was the best wedding food they had ever had. I would so recommend Banquets of Minnesota to any couple looking for a ceremony and/or reception venue!
Reviewed on 08-05-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-02-2015
We were on a mission to do our wedding on a budget. Leslie and Dan Good Catering worked with us to make that possible. With Leslie's help we were able to pull off a gorgeous wedding all within our budget. The food was amazing and we had many compliments on it. I would recommend any of the Banquets of MN locations (we did ours in The Elegance Room) as they are all beautiful and priced right.
Reviewed on 15-03-2015
Wedding Date 28-02-2015
We were on a mission to do our wedding on a budget. Leslie and Dan Good Catering worked with us to make that possible. With Leslie's help we were able to pull off a gorgeous wedding all within our budget. The food was amazing and we had many compliments on it. I would recommend any of the Banquets of MN locations (we did ours in The Elegance Room) as they are all beautiful and priced right.
Reviewed on 15-03-2015
Kari Swenson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-01-2015
We ended up doing both our wedding and reception here, and everything turned out wonderful. Leslie was great to work with. We got tons of compliments about the food. We did a winter wedding, so the hall that was already extremely reasonable got a little better. They work with you about making sure that everything turns out just the way you want. We ended up utilizing most of the options that are available with the rental, and I found it to be a great choice. They do a fantastic job with decorations. We were able to add our own touches, but didn't feel overwhelmed with decorating an entire room. \r\rSince having the ceremony there, Leslie was great about giving us options for layout, as well as giving us direction for how to enter and best work in the space. I honestly couldn't be more happy to have had our wedding here. Everything turned out great.
Reviewed on 03-02-2015
100 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.91 out of 5.0Wedding Date 24-01-2015
We ended up doing both our wedding and reception here, and everything turned out wonderful. Leslie was great to work with. We got tons of compliments about the food. We did a winter wedding, so the hall that was already extremely reasonable got a little better. They work with you about making sure that everything turns out just the way you want. We ended up utilizing most of the options that are available with the rental, and I found it to be a great choice. They do a fantastic job with decorations. We were able to add our own touches, but didn't feel overwhelmed with decorating an entire room. \r\rSince having the ceremony there, Leslie was great about giving us options for layout, as well as giving us direction for how to enter and best work in the space. I honestly couldn't be more happy to have had our wedding here. Everything turned out great.
Reviewed on 03-02-2015
Contact Info for The Banquets of Minnesota
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| https://www.facebook.com/banquetsofmn | |
| X (Twitter) | The Banquets of Minnesota |
| The Banquets of Minnesota | |
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| Website | www.banquetsofmn.com |
| Phone | (612) 803-6468 |
| Address | 6310 Highway 65 NE, Fridley, MN, 55432 |
| leslie@banquetsofmn.com |
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Leslie (Events Director) Thank you for considering The Banquets of Minnesota where we offer 2 beautiful ballrooms for couples looking for a beautiful and affordable venue! From our excellent food to our elegant ambiance, we are ready to assist you through all of the steps for a wonderful wedding!! Please contact Leslie 612-803-6468, we truly look forward to the opportunity to assist you!!!
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