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31 North Banquets & Catering

Committed to exceptional service, relentless attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to excellence makes the Award Winning 31 North Banquet & Catering the premier choice for hosting the most special occasions whether it is at our lovely boutique venue, your back yard, barn, retro industrial venue, or other location of your choice.

Whether you envision a simple gathering with your closest family and friends, or an elaborate formal affair with up to 200 guests for Onsite or catered events of 900+ guests, discover everything you need for your ideal wedding.

31 North Banquets & Catering is Proud to be a Small Local Business that has been in the community for over 35 years, & is a Veteran owned and operated business.

Call today to schedule your tour of our beautiful venue today or call us to discuss your offsite catering options!

The Packages

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Each Package is named after a type of LOVE as we understand that all this planning culminates in an event that expresses ... All the Love You Have for Each Other!!

From a formal sit down affair to a Full Service Passed & Buffet Hors D'oeuvres wedding, we offer a variety of wedding packages and menu options to match your vision and price range. Whichever you choose, our event coordinators will help you design a wedding reception that fits your individual taste, price point and creates memories to last a lifetime.

Plated, Family Style, or Buffet Menus at 31 North Banquet & Catering includes the following amenities:

  • Boutique One of A Kind Venue
  • Only One Wedding at a Time
  • Reception from 6-11pm
  • 4.5 Hour Open Beer & Wine Bar
  • Private Bridal Suite
  • Wedding Ceremony on the Dance Floor
  • Champagne for the Head Table
  • Unlimited Red & White Wine with Dinner
  • Complimentary Cake Cutting & Service
  • Table Linen
  • Colored Table Runners
  • Chiavari Chairs
  • Custom Uplighting
  • Gift Table
  • Place Card Table
  • China & Flatware
  • Set Up of Small Décor
  • Dance Floor
  • Plenty of Onsite Parking
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Tasting for Two
  • Set Up & Clean up
  • Day After Brunch @ Cafe 31 North for Bride & Groom
  • Coat Room
  • Private Wedding Menu Tasting for up to Two Individuals

We are happy to accommodate special requests for dietary restrictions. So, if it is Dairy, Gluten, or other allergies please let us know and we can customize a menu for your guests. Also, we have Vegan and Vegetarian menus to choose from. So, whether these requests are for a few guests or for your entire guest list we are here to provide the food choices that suit you and your guest’s dietary needs!

Location Conveniently located in McHenry, close to Crystal Lake, Johnsburg, Huntley, Woodstock, Cary, Algonquin, Harvard, Bull Valley, Fox Lake, Lakemoor, Volo, Wonder Lake, Wauconda, Island Lake, Spring Grove, Marengo, Round Lake Beach, Grayslake, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills, Buffalo Grove, Palatine, Arlington Heights, Hoffman Estates, Barrington, South Barrington, Barrington Hills, Streamwood, Algonquin, and more

  • Veteran-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$750

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$750

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of 31 North Banquets & Catering

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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
60 reviews
96% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
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31 North Banquets and Catering receives high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service, delicious food, and attentive staff. Customers commend the accommodating and responsive team, particularly Bernice, for helping to create a memorable and stress-free experience leading up to and on the wedding day. Guests were impressed by the hot and tasty dinner courses, timely service, and overall attention to detail. The off-site catering received positive feedback for delivering exceptional food despite logistical challenges, with guests especially enjoying the signature drinks and late-night taco bar.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

31 North Banquets and Catering receives high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service, delicious food, and attentive staff. Customers commend the accommodating and responsive team, particularly Bernice, for helping to create a memorable and stress-free experience leading up to and on the wedding day. Guests were impressed by the hot and tasty dinner courses, timely service, and overall attention to detail. The off-site catering received positive feedback for delivering exceptional food despite logistical challenges, with guests especially enjoying the signature drinks and late-night taco bar.

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Francesca S. Sent on 09/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

100% recommend!

Bernice, Jim, and their crew at 31 North made our wedding day amazing! The crew came to the reception venue the Friday before to set up the tables, the bar, etc. which was very helpful for us to see the dinner and cocktail hour areas all set up before the big day. On the big day, the staff was very attentive to us (the bride and groom) as well as all of the guests, ensuring timely passing of appetizers and fast serving of the dinner courses. Also, the dinner was nice and hot, showing that the final stages of cooking were completed at the reception venue just prior to serving. All of the staff were so kind. During the year leading up to the wedding, Bernice was very responsive via email, answering all of my questions and adjusting our proposal countless times with any additions or subtractions. She was also very accommodating when we wanted to add a few extra desserts, plate some of the dinner courses separately, etc. Overall, we’d highly recommend 31 North for any of your catering needs in the McHenry, Hebron, Woodstock areas of IL! Thank you 31 North!
M
Madison W. Sent on 09/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hire 31 North!!

We hired 31 North to cater our wedding and they were awesome to work with. They were so professional, responsive, and easy to work with. The service during our wedding was great and the food was amazing. We got so many compliments on the food and we couldn’t be happier we went with 31 North for our wedding!
G
Gene Sent on 05/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Still on CLOUD 9!!!

Hello Bernice,

I didn't have a chance to leave a review yet from our wedding on May 6th. THANK YOU so much for helping make our day AWESOME!!! All the food was fantastic and everyone involved made the day fly by with the greatest memories, great times and not one complaint about anything. They even helped Adele take decorations off the arch and make sure she didn't forget them. We had never planned a wedding and the attention you gave to each and every detail was unexpected and greatly appreciated. Tony and the whole staff treated us all like family. You can count on many recommendations from us!!! We had the best day ever!!!

Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
TTUNES Productions TTUNES Productions Wedding DJs

31 North is a wonderful venue to have your wedding reception. They are a pleasure to work with.

Fred Fox Studios Fred Fox Studios Wedding Photographers

We absolutely love working at this place. It is beautiful and the staff is always great to work with. We can't say enough good things about this place.

Skyline Orchestra Skyline Orchestra Wedding Bands

Its always a pleasure to work with Wedding professionals like 31 North!

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31 North Banquets & Catering frequently asked questions

31 North Banquets & Catering includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
31 North Banquets & Catering includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at 31 North Banquets & Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by 31 North Banquets & Catering for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
31 North Banquets & Catering offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
31 North Banquets & Catering offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
31 North Banquets & Catering offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Wifi
31 North Banquets & Catering offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
31 North Banquets & Catering is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
31 North Banquets & Catering currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.

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