I am recommending the Fiesta Banquet Hall in Wood-Ridge, NJ as a good meeting venue in the NYC metro area. I've been to various meetings & functions at their facility over the years, including a meeting last week. There are definite pros & cons, but overall, its a solid recommendation. There is a bar on site. Halls & meeting rooms of various sizes. The ambiance may be dated and a bit tacky, but it actually set a decent mood/atmosphere. I haven't had much interaction with the owner/operators, but it seems well run enough. Its in a great location/ easy to get to, near the Meadowlands... also near rt 3 (easy access to the Lincoln Tunnel)... large parking lot. I have not seen ALL of their space so grade for amenities is limited, as is value, as the only direct experience I have had with cost is in terms of drinks.