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Praise from Clients and Guests

Our clients share their praise for the extraordinary service, consistently delicious food and breathtaking views at Marina Del Rey
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“My husband, John, and I at our dream wedding at the Marina del Rey on July 7th - all because of the amazing staff. We did not have to worry about one thing. Tori calmed all of my pre-wedding jitters from the moment we met her during our booking process. At our final meeting, she went over literally every second of our reception to ensure we were not missing a thing. Both Joes worked the night of our wedding and helped every guest feel special. Our bridal attendant Denise made sure my husband and I had anything we wanted - from quickly bustling my dress so I wouldn't miss any of the fun to food and drinks. She wrapped up our dinner so we can actually enjoy it the next night. The Marina is the place to go if you want top-notch service and a venue that will go above and beyond. We were able to have fireworks and extended the night with a Viennese hour - both of which were highlights of the night. The Marina gave out to-go trays for the Viennese hour since a lot of our guests were already full from the extensive cocktail hour and delicious dinner. Many guests have said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.


My husband and I kicked off our wedding year by celebrating New Years at the Marina and now we plan on doing this every year as a tradition - especially after the service we received at our wedding.”

– Amanda, Wedding Wire

“We chose the venue Marina Del Rey for our wedding ceremony and reception on August 3rd, 2019. Marina Del Rey went above and beyond to exceed our expectations and making our wedding day the definition of perfection. Joe made sure all of our catering needs were beyond our wildest dreams. The scenery itself and the view made the most beautiful pictures. The staff made sure all our guests needs were met and exceeded. Marina del Rey is the best location for a wedding with its unparalleled view of the Throgs Neck and Whitestone Bridge, cocktail hour from food all over the world, desserts that could last a lifetime, entrees that are just delicious, and beyond beautiful rooms. Our wedding day was perfect and yours can be too.”

- Allison S., Wedding Wire

“We had our 2nd Gala at the beautiful Marina Del Rey last night!!! Over 500 guests, and each one walked out smiling. Joe Orzo could have not been more amazing, we had endless requests which he graciously accommodated. I received over 100 texts, e-mail and calls today, all saying what a beautiful affair! The food was delicious, hot and plentiful. Dessert table was awesome and fresh. Entire Hall spotless, staff and bartenders friendly and attentive. It doesn’t get better than the Marina Del Rey!!! Thank you Joe!!  Can’t wait to plan all our affairs with you!”

– Diane M., Google

“I really don't think there is enough space here for me to write how amazing this place is!! My family has had 6 major affairs here and won't go anywhere else. Backdrop is breath taking (on the water between two bridges) the service is remarkable!! The food is so good there are no words to actually describe it. Joe & Tori put it all together and keep it all together. From start to finish.....AMAZING!!!!!”

– Pamela M., Google

“I really don't think there is enough space here for me to write how amazing this place is!! My family has had 6 major affairs here and won't go anywhere else. Backdrop is breath taking (on the water between two bridges) the service is remarkable!! The food is so good there are no words to actually describe it. Joe & Tori put it all together and keep it all together. From start to finish.....AMAZING!!!!!”

– Pamela M., Google

“I had my wedding at Marina del Rey and it was absolutely perfect. You can’t get a better location or a better view - right on the calm water, great views of the bridges.  Thankfully we had great weather so my guests really got to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere. Joe Savino was AMAZING to work with. I don’t even know where to begin. Right away from our first meeting, he made us feel comfortable and really listened to what we wanted so that our day would be perfect. He was very accommodating and really made sure that our wedding would feel like ours. He was always there whenever I had questions, reassured me whenever I was nervous, and ensured me everything would be perfect – and it was. The day of, he checked in with us frequently to make sure we were happy with everything. The service of the entire staff was wonderful and our guests kept commenting on how great it was and how amazing the food tasted. The only thing I wish is that it didn’t go by so fast!”

– Christina M., Facebook

“I came to visit Marina del Rey when planning my mom’s birthday and it was the first place in my list. As soon as I met with Joe Orzo and Denasia I knew this was the place to book my event. I looked no further. We celebrated my mother’s 70th birthday and the service was excellent, staff was so attentive, the place is elegant and spectacular! Food was delicious and all my guest were so happy and kept telling me how great everything was. Thank you to the amazing staff, especially Joe Orzo for making this event so special and memorable for everyone.”

– Marisol R., Facebook

“The Marina can not be beat!!! Let’s first talk about the food. The food is consistently amazing. I have never had anything there that I did not love. The desserts are also off the charts. I love the food so much I have even catered my house parties from there. Now let’s talk about the staff, the reason this place runs so well is because of the men in charge there. Mr. Joseph Savino and Mr. Joseph Orzo are two of the best banquet mangers I have ever met. They have both worked there for many, many years. They put their heart and soul into every party that they run and oversee. They run a tight ship. No nonsense. The staff totally respects them. On the biggest day of your life this is who you want overseeing your event. The bartenders and chefs have also been there for many, many years. This is why things are consistently excellent. I cannot say enough about this venue. I can tell you this, you will NOT be disappointed, your guests will rave about your event for a long time.”

– Jennifer M., Facebook

“I had my Wedding here a couple weeks ago 8.8.20, we called it “COVID happened” because we had to make some drastic changes to our guest list, the reception was moved out doors, the dancing was limited. But let me tell you something, brides if you have doubts that you are not going to have a good time. Believe me you are; You will have a phenomenal time you will forget you are outside because you get to enjoy the beauty of the skylines. The atmosphere was great everyone was having such fun it was a blessing. Truly I’m grateful we didn’t put our wedding off and went through with it. Thank you Danisha, Jo and Tanya y’all did and an amazing job. I can’t stop saying it enough.”

– Kenisha W., Facebook

“Best venue ever... such a welcoming staff, fantastic service, fabulous food and beautiful views. My husband and I had our reception there 25 years ago. We returned this weekend for a nostalgic and celebratory “dinner for two” 25 year wedding Anniversary experience, which exceeded our expectations. Sending a heartfelt thank you to Carl and his staff for personally arranging this.”

– Loretta H., Facebook

"I’ve been in the Marina Del Rey many times for weddings, Baptisms, graduations. They make great catering. I just picked up the local paper today and noticed the admirable gesture they did for the community in the time of need. Kudos to the management and staff! Thank you for the decades long dedication to the community.

– Chris M., Facebook

Best. Place. Ever! Everyone there is super nice and professional. The manager is was very helpful and accommodate all our needs. If you looking for amazing delicious food? Definitely Marina Del Rey hands down the best food. Thank you all for making my special day amazing!!”

– Raven T., Facebook

“WOW! We were 1,000% blown away by your professionalism and your level of care for us and our families. Thank you for being who you are and getting the job done right! We had exactly the night we wanted and can't speak more highly of you all. If you're a customer reading this...just book already! No one else compares!"
- Matteo & Stefania
“We had the best day ever. It was all thanks to Joe Savino and the rest of the staff at Marina Del Rey! It was the best decision to go with this venue!! Joe and the staff went above and beyond to make sure the day was everything we dreamed it would be. They were so attentive and made sure everything moved along smoothly! Not only are the grounds amazingly beautiful, the food was delicious and everyone had the time of their lives! If you are wondering whether to go with the Marina or another venue, pick Marina! You will not be disappointed with anything!” 
- Jenna DeVincenzo
“Absolutely the best in the area! The staff was very professional and accommodating, particularly Joe and Tori, they went the extra mile. The food, view and ballroom were the topic of the evening. I had no complaints about my wedding reception. It was perfect!! Definitely recommend it.” 
- Maryann Romero
“Marina Del Rey made my wedding day so special. Joe was very detail-oriented and accommodating for my special day. It was truly a beautiful venue.” 
- Sabrina Liu
“Joe Orzo made sure the night went exactly as planned for our wedding. The whole party was perfect! The staff is amazing, food is fantastic, and you can beat those views outside.” 
- Allison H
“Nobody does a wedding the way Marina does. The layout of the halls are perfect for a traditional Jewish wedding – allowing for both indoor and outdoor chuppahs, Chosson’s Tisch, Smorgasbord and large reception hall with great space for a dance floor. The food is scrumptious and of course, the hall is conveniently located in the Bronx. The views of the East river are priceless!” 
- Joseph Katz
“…It is with utmost sincerity I give them an outstanding plus, plus review. They kept it honest from the beginning and covered every detail I requested from beginning to end while ensuring we were happy and satisfied. …The Marina will always have a special place in our hearts and I would book another party there without any hesitation. They are accommodating and well organized in so many ways there isn't enough space here to mention.” 
– Dina F., Facebook 
“My Husband and I had our Wedding on 09/16/2017 and it was an absolute DREAM COME TRUE! Marina Del Rey did an AMAZING Job in Everything they did for us. Each person at the Marina Del Rey involved on our wedding date added a special touch to make our day memorable and beautiful. They are kind, honest, diligent, efficient and quick to serve in the utmost professional way.” 
– Milenna M., Facebook 
“…I wish there was a higher rating than just five stars! Joe Savino went above and beyond to make sure my fiancé and I got exactly what we wanted on our special day. Our guests were raving about not only how beautiful the venue was but how incredible the food was! The cocktail hour blew everyone away and then the fact that our guest had a choice of six different courses for dinner was the ultimate WOW factor! We never had to worry about anything the entire night. The staff was so warm and welcoming and made our guests feel like family. Not to brag or anything, but I think our wedding will be spoke about for a long time in our families because of how perfect that night was! A million times Thank You!!!” 
– Danielle F., Facebook 
“My husband and I had our wedding this weekend at the Marina it was absolutely PHENOMENAL!!!!!!! From the staff, the service, the food, and this venues natural beauty..not only us but our guests are STILL in awe about how this truly was the ‘best wedding ever’!!!” 
– Michelle M., Facebook 
“If I could give Joe Orzo, Denise, and the rest of the staff at Marina Del Rey more stars I would!!!!! I had THE BEST wedding day, and I know it is because I chose this venue.” 
– Jillian M., Facebook 
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