Lake County · Since 1982
Everything your event needs.
One price. No surprises.
Most venues charge for the hall, then the catering, then chairs, linens, and china.
We include it all — and we've been doing it for over forty years.
We include it all — and we've been doing it for over forty years.
Weddings | Quinceañeras | Banquets | Catering
Why Maravela's
No hidden fees. No surprise charges.
Just one transparent price.
When you book Maravela’s, you’re not just renting a hall. Your per-person package includes the venue, the food, the bar service, professional servers and bartenders, tables and chairs, linens, china, glassware, setup, and breakdown.
Most Chicagoland venues charge for those separately — and the bills add up fast. Hall rental. Catering minimums. Chair upgrades. Linen rentals. Service fees. We’ve spent 40+ years figuring out what families actually need to celebrate well, and we include it. One contract. One team. One price you can plan around.
— The Maravela's Family
In-House Kitchen, Always
Made in our kitchen. Never outsourced.
Every dish on your menu is prepared by our own cooks, in our own kitchen — the way it's been done since 1982. When you taste it at your tasting, that's exactly what your guests will be served.
All-Inclusive
What's in the package.
i.
The Hall
6 Hours · 50–400 Guests
ii.
The Food
Made In-House
iii.
The Bar
Up to 4-Hour Open Bar
iv.
The Service
Servers · Bartenders
v.
Table & Chairs
Setup Included
vi.
Linens & China
Real, Not Disposable
vii.
Coordination
One Point of Contact
viii.
Breakdown
We Handle Cleanup
What We Offer
Start planning your event.
Three ways we celebrate with families across Lake County.
N° 01 · Banquets
Full-service packages, hosted at our hall.
Everything included — venue, catering, staffing, setup, breakdown — for events of every size in our elegant banquet hall.
N° 02 · Catering
Off-site catering for any occasion.
From boxed lunches to full-service catering, we bring our menus to homes, offices, churches, and venues across Chicagoland.
N° 03 · Weddings
All-inclusive wedding packages.
Tailored to your love story. From rehearsal dinners to receptions, every detail handled by one trusted team.
A Clear Comparison
What your wedding budget actually covers.
Maravela's vs. a typical Chicago-area venue, side by side.
| ♡ Best Value Maravela's Banquets | Comparison Typical Chicago Venue | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Cost | ~$11,000 + tax* | ~$11,000(venue rental only)* |
| Venue Rental | ✓Included (6 hours) | $8,000 – $15,000+ |
| Food Service | ✓Buffet-style dinner included | $100 – $150+ per person |
| Bar Service | ✓4-hour open bar included | $40 – $75+ per person |
| Staffing | ✓Professional servers & bartenders | Added service charges or hourly fees |
| Linens & Tableware | ✓Included | Rented separately |
| Setup & Breakdown | ✓Included | Often additional or outside vendors |
| Coordination | ✓One team, one contract | Multiple vendors, multiple contracts |
*Pricing shown is for illustrative comparison only on an estimate of 150 guests. Actual pricing varies based on guest count, date, menu, bar selection, and package.
A Lake County Tradition
The 43rd Annual New Year's Eve Gala.
Three generations of Lake County families have rung in the New Year with us — every year since 1982.
Black-tie dinner. Open bar. Dancing past midnight. Photo booth. Champagne toast. The same room your parents may have rung in 1985 in. We've been throwing this party every December 31st for 43 years running, and it's the longest-standing New Year's Eve tradition in Lake County.
Annual Gala
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First Year
2026
Mark Your Calendar
Upcoming public events.
Open to the community. Reservations required.
May
Sunday, May 10
Mother's Day Brunch
Treat Mom to chef-carved meats, brunch classics, a full dessert spread, and a complimentary glass of champagne for every mother in attendance.
Seatings · 11 AM – 2:30 PM
April
Sunday, April 5
Easter Brunch
A beautiful buffet for the whole family — chef-carved ham and lamb, brunch favorites, and a full dessert table to celebrate the season.
Seatings · 11 AM – 2:30 PM
December
Thursday, December 31
43rd Annual NYE Gala
Black-tie dinner, open bar, dancing, photo booth, and a midnight champagne toast. Our longest-standing tradition — don't miss it.
7 PM – 1 AM
Since 1982
A tradition of hospitality.
"Whether your celebration is for fifty guests or four hundred, whether it's a wedding or a Sunday brunch, we want you to feel like family the moment you walk in. That's how we were taught to do this work, and that's how we still do it."
— The Maravela's Family
Maravela's opened on Washington Street in Ingleside in 1982 with a simple promise: a beautiful place for families to celebrate, food worth celebrating over, at a price that made sense for a working community. Forty-four years later, the promise hasn't changed.
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Annual NYE Gala
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Guest Capacity
Our Happy Clients
In their own words.
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★★★★★
The food served was absolutely phenomenal, hot and fresh! Mr. Lorenzo was very attentive, helpful, and generous during the entire reception. This family business provides exceptional services, accommodations, and incredible party packages.
Bianca A.
Wedding · October 2025
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★★★★★
Everything was AMAZING!!! Guests went back for seconds — which in general doesn't happen at a Shower! We received many, many compliments on the food. Several guests who were at Haley and Cody's wedding talked about how fantastic the buffet was at the wedding.
Heidi Lyjak
Bridal Shower
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★★★★★
Thank you for helping make our wedding so amazing! Your food is absolutely delicious. The fact that we have such an awesome group of people to work with — and delicious food for such a great price, even with traveling outside your service area — is so very much appreciated.
Jacqui & Ryan Runion
Wedding
Let's Plan Your Event
Come see the hall in person.
Tours are free, take about an hour, and there's never any pressure to book. We'd love to meet you.
- 4 Washington St · Ingleside, IL
- marcater@maravelas.com
Maravela's
Banquet & Catering · Est. 1982
Lake County's family-owned banquet hall and full-service caterer. Serving Ingleside and the greater Chicagoland area for over 40 years.
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4 Washington St
Ingleside, IL 60041
Mon – Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
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An Important Note on Allergens
At Maravela's, we take great care in preparing our food to the highest standards. However, despite our best efforts, we cannot guarantee that our dishes are free from cross-contamination with allergens, including but not limited to gluten, nuts, dairy, soy, and shellfish. If you or your guests have severe allergies or dietary restrictions, please notify us in advance. Please be aware that all food is prepared in a shared kitchen environment.
