Manzo's Banquets & Catering

1571 Elmhurst Rd, Des Plaines
(847) 393-0306

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Raymond Ancheta

Great food and nice place for parties

Cynthia DeLeon

In 2003, my husband and I celebrated our wedding reception at this very location, and it remains largely unchanged. The only noticeable difference is the condition of the chairs, which appear to have deteriorated over time, perhaps due to their age. The cushions were coming loose, and the tops seemed to be glued on. Despite this, the venue is still quite beautiful. However, it might be beneficial for them to consider replacing the chairs. The staff were wonderful, and the bathrooms were impeccably clean and pleasantly scented. I particularly appreciate a well-maintained and fragrant bathroom. I would certainly give them an A+ for that. If we were to renew our vows, I would happily choose this venue again, and I hope they will have new chairs by then.

Dave B

Diana and her team were awesome. They were very helpful and accommodating. Our party turned out great and all of the guests really enjoyed the food and venue. We will definitely return to Manzos!

Bozena Voytko

As a wedding photographer, I had the joy of capturing Annie and Nathan’s special day at Manzo’s Banquets & Catering—and what a beautiful experience it was!

From the moment I walked in, the team at Manzo’s was kind, helpful, and totally on top of things. The ballroom was elegant and full of charm, with just the right mix of modern and classic. The lighting was dreamy—perfect for photos! Every corner of the venue was well-kept, and the flow of the event was smooth and organized, which made it easy to capture all those sweet, in-between moments.

Annie and Nathan’s guests had a blast, and I heard so many compliments about the delicious food and friendly staff. If you’re looking for a reception space that delivers both beauty and service, Manzo’s is a great choice!
Bozena Voytko Photography

Luis Santillanes Jr.

I had the privilege to be my friend's weeding director. The whole staff was friendly and on top of everything. Top notch service. The food was delicious. Thank you for making this a very pleasant occasion.

anne astorino

We had my daughter’s wedding there this past weekend. What a fantastic experience. From when we booked it last year, to the planning, to the day of – they were always helpful, caring and efficient. The room was beautiful and spacious. The ceremony was in the same room as the reception and the way they set it up resulted in an intimate, beautiful event. The food was delicious and plentiful – many compliments from the guests! The day of staff were AMAZING! There was a party that ended 2 hours prior to ours and when we got there – you would never have known! Everything for our event was set up! Throughout the event, any question I had was answered by the staff and they came throughout the night to see if there was anything else they could do for us. The bartender was friendly and so personable (besides pouring great drinks!). We all felt so taken care of! Needless to say, I highly recommend Manzo’s for any type of event – you will be in good hands!

Terrench Vaughns

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An Unforgettable Experience at Manzo’s Banquets!

I can’t say enough great things about my experience at Manzo’s Banquets! From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. The venue itself is stunning — elegant, spacious, and ideal for any celebration. But what truly made the night unforgettable was the incredible staff.

A special shout-out goes to MiMi, who went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of. Her professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail didn’t go unnoticed. She was always one step ahead, ensuring our event ran smoothly and that every guest felt welcomed and taken care of.

And let me tell you about the bartender — hands down one of the best I’ve encountered! Friendly, engaging, and lightning-fast with service. Whether you wanted a custom cocktail or just a perfectly poured drink, he nailed it every time. He kept the energy up and the drinks flowing all night long.

The staff at Manzo’s worked together like a well-oiled machine — kind, efficient, and genuinely invested in making the night special. If you’re looking for a venue that offers not just a beautiful space, but a team that truly cares, Manzo’s Banquets is the place to be.

Thank you, MiMi, the bartender, and the entire team for making our event absolutely magical!

The VAUGHNS 🫶🏾 2025

Tom Farinella

I've been going to Manzo's Banquets for over 30 years. Ownership has changed, but the venue, food and service has not. It is still an excellent place to have your banquet. You and your guests will not be disappointed!

Melissa Hertel

This was our first time going to easter brunch and we all enjoyed it. The food was wonderful, the service was great and the venue was beautifully decorated. I would have liked some spinach at the omelet station, a drink menu for kids abs carrot cake at the dessert station. We will definitely be going again next year.

Judy Foster

Food and waiters were fabulous!!! The only bad thing is they didn't have any Horseradish sauce!....very disappointing.

Michael Konkoly

The Easter brunch at Manzo's was wonderful and the service was attentive, friendly and all around excellent! Kudos to Verona!

Debbie Costello

One of the best brunches I’ve ever been to and I’ve been to many! Food was delicious, high quality and beautifully served. Outstanding selection and servers were all courteous, helpful and friendly. Definitely going back for more!!

Jonathan Davis

Great experience, good, staff and ambiance was great! It’s definitely worth it.

Angie Price

Selection, quality and quantity of food exceeded expectations. Service staff friendly and professional.

Grace Dastice

Excellent food and service! Thank you for a wonderful Easter celebration! We had a great time! Stress free holiday

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