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National Event Venue & Banquet Hall

Restaurant Event venue Wedding venue Banquet hall

Elegant venue providing generous plates of Russian fare, regular live performances & a dance floor. People often mention glass, good,


Address

1000 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M3J 2V5, Canada

Website

nationaleventvenue.com

Contact

+1 416-650-0019

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (231 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 1 to 10 pm
  • Monday: (Family Day Canada), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 1 to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 1 to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 1 to 10 pm
  • Friday: 1 to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 1 to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: glass (6) good (6)
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  • 1/5 Sheena Yap C. 6 years ago on Google • 620 reviews
    This place is the worst ever. We came here to watch a concert. First off a little accidentally runs into a glass door and that same door ends falling down on her. She hit her head and it was bleeding. First off all she’s only 6 and she’s a little girl so I don’t understand how her running into a glass door can end up falling on her. The staff was not helpful at all it was almost like they blamed the little girl. The ambulance came to get her so please send her positive vibes. Then another girl was performing on stage and a piece of glass got stuck on her foot while she was performing. Don’t they do any safety checks in the venue. There were tons of kids around. What's even worse is that there were broken pieces of glass on the ground and didn't even clean it up until an hour after the little girl left to go to the hospital. The staff was just sitting there not realizing pieces of glass is on the ground and another child could get hurt or have signs put up to at least say not to enter where the broken glass is. I mean they’re asking for another accident to happen! All their stuff is old and torn down, plus staff doesn’t want to take responsibility plus they’re rude blaming the customers for their run down equipment. Not cool! Just be aware of this if you ever have to go there which I hope you don’t.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kate K. 5 years ago on Google • 186 reviews
    Great place, I go there biweekly for a trivia game. The food is good, mostly Russian and Caucasian cuisine. Large stage for shows.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Edith G. 7 years ago on Google • 10 reviews
    This was the second year that CEMA had their awards at the NEV. I was impressed the first time and so please we decided to come back in 2016. Last night was magical and I loved the event so much. Great food, ambiance and company made the night a great start to the Christmas season. Thank you once again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joseph A. 5 years ago on Google • 613 reviews
    This place has been around for many years. I'm in my forties now and I clearly remember going to know price events and occasions back in my early twenties. When judging the food at a party, it's important to take into account what food package the host has ordered. I've been to this place numerous times on the food did great or okay. This time it was okay. But I don't think it has anything to do with the place as I had amazing food here as well it's just for this party that we went do I'm assuming the host didn't get the deluxe menu. The entertainment this good they cater to all cultures and ethnicities. I would recommend this place as I think there's something for everyone and the venue is relatively large.

  • 3/5 Rebecca J. 5 years ago on Google • 133 reviews
    I was here a few weeks ago for a friends wedding. The reason for the 3 stars was because of the tables and decor. We had absolutely no room on our table because it was filled with so much food. Our plates could hardly fit and it made eating difficult. There was plastic covering all on the food as well and it was taken off super late. It just seemed unorganized. The decor is pretty out dated. Some new curtains and paint to liven up the place would be sooo beneficial. The servers and bartenders were great however. Most of what we ate was good and the food decorations (see picture) was a cute touch.

  • 2/5 Ian S. 6 years ago on Google • 91 reviews
    Food was pretty good. Problem is, the party was too big for this venue and they had to put people in a room that is away from the actual party. So in the end you don't really feel like you are apart of the party. I've been to many workplace parties where they pick venues so that everyone can sit in the same room. This place caters to smaller sized parties. I suppose this place was once sufficient for the place I work at, but it seems like the company has outgrown this venue now! Mushrooms with cheese and Salmon was amazing. Same with the avacado, egg and cheese mixture! Staff wasn't too friendly and seemed hesitant to bring out the food that was on other tables. Seemed like our table had to beg to get dinner brought out to the table!

  • 5/5 Aisha M. 8 months ago on Google • 50 reviews
    It's a clean space, including the bathroom. I never visit for events but for church on Sundays but I can say it's spacious and looks like it can accommodate a good amount of people

  • 4/5 gary 6 months ago on Google • 45 reviews
    Nice venue parking is a bit tight especially with gym nearby but if you book in evening should be ok for a large event

  • 1/5 Daria R. 1 month ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    The owner of the establishment didn't even find a minute for a conversation. Although we were informed that he arrived and were told about us, he just left. And overall, the smell in the establishment is typical of a regular canteen. Not suitable for events.

  • 5/5 Max l. 2 years ago on Google
    Really enjoyed my experience at this place. Very fond of the staff and the decor. The place is clean, well lit and spacious. Highly recommended for parties of all sizes.The food is very rich, and lots of variety.

  • 5/5 Andrew T. 9 years ago on Google
    When I got invited to my friend's birthday at National I was skeptical at first. I am not a big fan of huge places, and word on the street was that the quality of service deteriorated. I had then discovered that the ownership for the place had changed, and seems like new owners are investing a lot in their new asset. I am not big on dancing, so to me it's all about food and service. The food is excellent. The cuisine itself is also different. The service was nothing short of extremely professional. We had a great time. The place has everything you require for a great night. I am looking forward to my next evening at National.

  • 1/5 Ken Juvenal Bissaholo M. 1 year ago on Google
    I came there for the concert but the organizer sold more tickets than normal so I could not attend the program.

  • 5/5 electronurban e. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic stage and Sound System,very good for hosting concerts.

  • 1/5 Carly S. 11 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    As a Social Media Influencer with Millions followers and subscribers. THIS VENUE WAS TRASH. I DO NOTTT RECOMMEND COMING HERE. The security that worked the event I was promoting was to only rude , but RACIST.

  • 4/5 M R. 11 months ago on Google
    Nice space for small parties/ events . Minimal parking , shared with other business.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Delivery

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