Normanside Country Club

I’ve gone to multiple events here since their renovation in 2012. All of the events were catered by outside companies, since they allow a Kosher exemption to using their caterer. I found their staff to be courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. The facilities are quite lovely, and I haven’t had a single complaint about any of the events that they’ve hosted. Seems like a good place to have a wedding/​large party.

I was pleasantly surprised. The food was very good and the price was decent. I would certainly go back. Staff was very friendly.

Unilocal would not allow zero stars. I attended a large event here recently and was astonished at what a badly run business this place has become. We wanted so badly for it to be good because it is a local business, but it was not. First, I think they lied when they reassured our planner that they could handle a group as large as ours. No one believed it, but we gave it a go. Some of the servers worked tirelessly (others did not) and when we had a problem with a dinner and I asked to speak with the manager I was told, «All the managers are cooking.» No, cooks cook, managers manage. The owner should have made certain staffing was adequate, especially after taking our booking for such a large group. Our table never received coffee. Others did not receive their dinner until everyone at their table was finished eating. Were it not for the fact that this was a once in a lifetime event for most of us, the terrible, terrible service would have ruined the evening. Shame on Normanside for so many failings.

Went to a retirement party here a few weeks ago. They are obviously still in the middle of heavy restoration and renovation and the place smelled paint-​y. The service was very good with friendly waiters/​waitresses and a nice bartender. It was clean and pleasant. The food was above-​average for typical banquet fare. I had the steak, and although I was not given the option to request how I wanted it prepared, it did come out medium and not completely overdone.
If they renovate it right, it could be a real gem.