Cafe La Cave
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About
Cafe La Cave is an elegant wedding venue located in Des Plaines, Illinois. The distinguished event location has been in operation since 1969 and continues to operate as a premier destination for engaged couples. The lavishly designed ballroom-style venue invites couples to come and enjoy the best day of their lives in luxurious style.
Facilities and Capacity
Cafe La Cave has two gala-inspired ballrooms that couples can turn into a wedding wonderland for a big occasion. The Grand Ballroom is the focal point of this establishment and provides enough space for up to 320 guests including a dance floor. The room features a refined atmosphere with crystal chandeliers, cascading drapery, and patterned carpeting. The Baby Grand Ballroom is a slightly smaller space that can host up to 130 guests with a dance floor. This intimate area is an ideal location to host a special indoor ceremony. The outside terrace is a great space for guests to mingle and catch their breath as the excitement of the grand occasion unfolds. A luxurious get-ready room featuring soft couches, dressing tables, and floor-to-ceiling mirrors is available to the wedding entourage to prepare in comfort.
Services Offered
Couples seeking the finely detailed experience on their wedding day are in luck with the venue's experienced in-house event planning team. They aim to work closely with couples and to bring their elaborate ideas to life. The events team will take charge of all setup and cleanup duties so that couples can truly focus on enjoying the momentous occasion. A range of event items are available for rental such as lighting and sound equipment, chairs, tables, and covers.
Cuisine
Cafe La Cave employs a fabulous in-house catering team that will aim to leave your guests satisfied. They can also provide a host of delicious dishes for your vegetarian guests. They serve a range of continental-style delicacies and all entrees are accompanied by a selection of potatoes and vegetables. Some of the dishes that can be expected include:
- Pan-roasted veal chops with Madeira wine sauce
- Center cut Colorado lamb chops
- Dover sole en croute with saffron sauce
- Spinach and feta en croute
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Michelle Married on 05/06/2022Dream Come True
Randy and the entire team exceeded every one of our expectations and really brought my vision of our ceremony and reception to life. From the planning help, to the decor, food, service, price and execution, we could not be happier with how everything came through. Not a detail was missed and we’ve received many compliments so far. Definitely recommend! -
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Caitlin Married on 11/06/2021
Wonderful Wedding Reception Experience!
We had our wedding reception in November 2021 at Cafe La Cave. The team we worked with was extremely professional knowledgable, and responsive to all of our questions! Randy is the event coordinator and he helped us immensely with recommendations on vendors, timeline, music, and decor. He knows his stuff! We were so pleased with how everything turned out; Cafe La Cave brought our vision to life!
Even our guests commented on how wonderful food and drinks were. And our guests noticed how attentive the waitstaff was, and the level of service that was provided by all the staff was top notch! I highly recommend Cafe La Cave to anyone looking for wedding venue options in the Chicagoland area. A classy vibe with great food, service, and people!Cafe La Cave's reply:
HI Caitlin,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review, I will pass along to our entire staff.
It truly was a pleasure and we look forward to seeing you and Matt here for dinner in the near future. -
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Impeccable service and professionalism to match the fabulous food and recently updated decor. Highly recommended!
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Cafe La Cave frequently asked questions
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Cafe La Cave?
- Bridal Suite
- China
- Clean Up
- Event Planning
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Lighting/Sound
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
At Cafe La Cave, what items and services related to wedding catering are included in the cost?
- Cake Cutting
- Dessert
- Server(s)
- Wedding Cake
What are the most important characteristics of Cafe La Cave in terms of venue type, style and location?
- Banquet Hall
- Restaurant
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at Cafe La Cave for wedding events?
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
What kind of wedding events does Cafe La Cave offer?
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
What services does Cafe La Cave offer for wedding events?
- Cake
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Lighting / Sound
- Set Up
- Wifi
What furniture and decorations does Cafe La Cave have available for wedding events?
- Audio Equipment
- Chairs
- Chair Covers
- Dance Floor
- Lighting
- Tables
What percentage of users recommend Cafe La Cave and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?