Balcony Ballroom

lly have everything down to a science from the preparations, to the lighting, the music, pictures and the food; everything was just perfect. The staff and service given to us, our parents, and guests was outstanding. The balcony ballroom couldn’t have made our day any more perfect. We have received tons of calls from our family and friends raving about how delicious the food was and how much fun they had at our wedding. Thank you to the balcony ballroom staff for making our wedding so memorable. Ian and Lana Rayes 10.3.2020

day, and that was a big deal! Sure, there was some prep work that went into deciding how we wanted to personalize things, few things to get ahead of time, but most of those were guided by helpful checklists, with the rest figured out during our final meeting that took place a few days before the wedding. When the day arrived, Vanessa, Jay, Kevin, Chef and every member of their team, was already briefed and fully prepared to execute all of our preferences and decisions, while also taking exceptional care of our guests. It was like a fine tuned dance that you do not see in many places and one that we definitely needed in order to direct our full focus on enjoying ourselves and being in the moment. Our guests also continue to gush about the great food that was had and how much fun they themselves had! With everyone describing a different favorite food item, it quickly became clear that there was not only one or two things that were standout good, but everything was THAT good! How awesome is that? There was also an environment that just outright encouraged fun. Not like reckless debauchery fun, but like guests were always aware of what was happening so they could participate if they wanted to fun (things like guestbook signing, line dancing, second line, money dance and more). Our entrances, first dance, father/daughter dance, mother/son dance, cake cutting and exit were also just like we had pictured them! So dear brides, the best advise I can give is: go visit the Balcony Ballroom. Their ability to answer all your questions with ease and certainty might at the least give you a better understanding of what is important to you the day of your wedding. For me, they had me at "what would you like on your mashed potatoes?" and I was eating those mashed potatoes with cheese and bacon less than 20 min into being a Mrs.. .and that was important to me. :) Thank you Balcony Ballroom! The day was everything we could have asked for and more!

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ey also take care of the parents. From making sure we always had food and drink to packing everything up and putting it in our vehicle at the end. Your wedding day doesn’t have to be stressful, who knew?!?!? The reception , what can I say? Our guests ranted about the food. From the food stations to the servers with trays of amazing food. It was money well spent!!

wedding anywhere else but here - literally the easiest and best decision we made! Our drinks were never empty the entire night, the food was to die for, and the venue is just gorgeous! I am so happy that we chose to have our reception here and I cannot thank Vanessa and her staff enough for the amazing experience they gave us after all of the stress and replanning we went through. If you are considering having a reception here - DO IT!!!!

ked for a better venue! Everyone at the Balcony made our reception run smoothly so we had nothing to worry about. We would recommend this venue to all engaged couples.

bly been. Both of our families have no idea why receptions are held at any other location!! We both wish we could relive this night over and over!!

und to see who else would be available for our date and the Balcony Ballroom was. Little did I know how perfect everything would be. The family at the Balcony Ballroom were the best people to work with. They were so understanding of everything, Were there for us whenever we had a question, even the day of the wedding, The service was absolutely PHENOMENAL, not just for the bride and groom, but our families as well! The food was absolutely DElICIOUS! From the moment you arrive you are treated with the utmost respect and best service anyone could ever imagine. I highly recommend the Balcony Ballroom to anyone who is looking to plan a wedding. Our wedding reception couldn't have been any better, and went above any of our expectations. Thank you so much to Vanessa, Jay, and Mike for the best wedding reception a girl could dream of! I can't wait to attend another event at the Balcony Ballroom!

New York, California, and Texas where Covid-19 was severely effecting people’s health and financial situation. Sadly, we were unable to move our date without having to renew the contract so our deposit was a continuous loss and the venue was unable to work with us to ensure we would have our special day with them in the future without losing the money we’ve already given. I am very disappointed in the way they handled this and how they were unable to be accommodating in these trying times.

moment you walk in. Our original wedding date had to be rescheduled due to COVID, but Vanessa and the staff worked with us through everything. Honestly, it was completely stress free on our parts and that’s all thanks to Vanessa, Mike, and Jay! The modifications made due to COVID, such as, the thermal temperature scanning and the new air system with ionization that kills the virus in the air made us and all of our guests feel completely safe to let loose and have a great time celebrating our marriage. We continue to get calls, texts, emails, pictures, and videos from our guests saying how BEAUTIFUL the venue was and how EXCEPTIONAL the food tasted! Everyone said how the food and drinks flowed the entire night, and how they left happy and full! I can not thank The Balcony Ballroom, Vanessa, Mike, and Jay enough for making our wedding night the best night of our lives! I wish that we could get married over and over again because of how wonderful everything was! If you are looking for a wedding venue that will far exceed your expectations and make you feel like you are part of their family and royalty at the same time look no further than The Balcony Ballroom! I promise you won’t be disappointed!

ue to hear from friends and family about how they loved the food, drinks, service, and presentation of the entire ballroom. They make you feel like you are the most important person in the world throughout the entire evening. EVERYTHING was well beyond our expectations and we did not have to stress about ANYTHING!!! I do not even have enough words to express how amazing our experience was! I could just go on and on.. Thank you Vanessa, Jay, and Mike for the most amazing night of our lives. I wish I could relive it all over again! Do not hesitate to book your wedding date with The Balcony Ballroom...I promise you, YOU WILL NOT be disappointed!!!

d. Everyone I have seen after the wedding talks about our wedding and how nice it was and how great the food was. The best you can get!

with many others over a year ago. Within that year, we have been in constant contact with the Balcony via email and they are ALWAYS so quick to respond no matter how late in the night I would ask questions (sorry!). The day of the wedding showed me how professional, kind, and timely their entire staff is!! Not once did my husband and I have to ask for a drink because they could spot us from a mile away that our drinks were half-way done and would run us another one! The food was AMAZINNNGG and all our guests could not stop talking about it. I thought it was so sweet and touching that the chef took time to personally check on my husband and I to see how we were enjoying his dishes during dinner. The staff had absolutely everything under control and eased SO much stress off of me. Forever grateful for this wonderful staff and their sweet, southern hospitality!! If you are even considering this venue, BOOK IT NOW ❤️❤️❤️

us leave her on the sofa in the bridal suite and would check on her often and let us know if she woke up. The bustle on my dress ripped and Mr. Mike and his staff were there to save the day with safety pins! All of our guests are still raving about the amazing food. Please do yourself a favor and use this venue!! Everything is so easy and taken care of for you. The only thing you will need to get is your cake, sign in book, and favors! They even had sparklers for the send off at the end of the night. The staff here has wedding receptions down to a science!!!

the quality of the food! Everything was fresh and soo tasty! The decor was beautiful and they made our vision come to life. Our wedding was on December 8th, 2019 and we absolutely loved the Christmas trees, they were a wonderful touch. They were attentive to not only us, but our family and guests (big ups for keeping our glasses full!). I 100% recommend The Balcony for whatever event you're planning. It will be worth it a million times over! We just want to send a HUGE thanks to the whole staff at The Balcony for doing such an amazing job and giving us a wedding to remember. We couldn't have asked for anything more. Vanessa, Jay and Dawn WE LOVE YOU! Donita and Ida Marco

night. Our wedding was almost a month ago, but we still have people telling us it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to! If you’re in the market for an easy, beautiful wedding planning experience, then please go check them out! You will not be disappointed by the amazing food, wonderful staff, and excellent service at The Balcony Ballroom!

y from beginning to end. The venue was beautiful, the food was delicious, and Vanessa and Mike made sure everything that needed to be done was done. I was a little nervous about some of the music we had chosen for the processional as the versions we liked could only be found in YouTube as karaoke instrumentals, but they found it and were able to work it in! The big thing everyone told me before the wedding was make sure I got food. Here we didn’t need to worry! We had our own private dinner upstairs with personal wait service. We couldn’t eat it all! During the reception Vanessa and Mike constantly checked in with us and our parents and would bring us drinks and water. At the end of the night we were given a large bag of snacks, champagne, and leftover cake. Vanessa and even grabbed us a couple of to-go drinks for the limo ride back to the hotel. If you can, I highly recommend the Balcony Ballroom. They take care of literally everything so that you (and your parents!) can just cut loose and have a party!

o smoothly. My guest truly enjoyed themselves! I recommend The Balcony Ballroom to any couple looking for elegance, affordability, and professionalism!

ganized decorated and the day was perfect. They are a first class wedding venue. We highly recommend this place as a wedding venue. Everyone that we spoke to at our wedding told me that the wedding was beautiful, food was great and the Bride was gorgeous. The food kept coming and let me tell you that everyone said the food was Amazing! If you are looking for a venue that has it all look no further. I was the mother of the groom and I had my drink in hand and staff constantly coming to ask if I wanted anything. I also have celiac and needed gluten free and they made sure to bring me what I could eat. Thank you Vanessa and the entire staff for a Wedding that was so smooth and enjoyable.

out it for days. Our families were impressed by everything the Balcony had to offer. We couldn’t have asked for more. The Balcony truly out did themselves. It was a night we will never forget!

ding, but the level of service, quality of food and constant communication from everyone on their staff made the reception part of our wedding absolutely perfect. Vanessa, Mike, and team made sure everything was perfect! We keep getting compliments on our wedding and it has almost been a month! I decided to tour The Balcony after a wedding in October. After I toured the venue, it was a done deal! The venue is beautiful, the food is DELICIOUS, and the staff are amazing. I would recommend them now and forever!

off without a hitch. Highly recommended!!!!!

mention the great playlist that kept everyone dancing all night! Vanessa took care of literally everything, and I never once felt stressed or underprepared. Jay helped to calm my nerves before walking down the aisle, and it truly meant the world to me in that moment. The Balcony Ballroom was the first and only venue that we viewed when we got engaged. I instantly fell in love with the beauty of the place, but the way that we were treated sealed the deal. I am so beyond happy that we celebrated our happiest day at the best venue!

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gly beautiful venue it was the best night of our lives. Having known them my whole life through my parents Vanessa and Mike truly took care of us. The food is never ending and sooo good we didn’t want to stop eating! We were never worried or stressed about any details, for a Bride that is more than a blessing with so much else to prepare. Even the song list we had was perfect for how they mixed the old and new together! We cannot thank them enough for the most beautiful wedding and being apart of our new beginning together. You cannot get the same service, food, or experience at any other venue. A huge thank you of love from the new Mr. and Mrs. Hampton to The Balcony family!! 😊❤️ #TheBalcony#married#Mr.andMrs.Hampton#11.08.19

s) that offers as comprehensive, professional wedding service as we received; we did our research. Our guests repeatedly expressed their awe. Some guests stated, "it was like a Tyler Perry movie or a Broadway production." Observations were reported as follows: the food was excellent; the food was fresh and hot; the selection of food was impressive; the staff was attentive and prompt when addressing the needs of the bridal party (drinks, tying the shoe of a groomsman, stain removal, etc.); the flow of activities was well executed; attention to detail for every aspect of the ceremony and reception left nothing to be desired; the speed of transforming the venue from ceremony to reception set-up was flawless; etc. Vanessa, Jay, & Mike along with their team run a 5+ star operation. I will forever be grateful that we chose The Balcony!

professional and did a wonderful job. If I were to ever get married again, I would fly to New Orleans to have Vanessa coordinate my wedding. Great Job!!

essa, Mike, and Jay have everything down to a science. The drinks and food were flowing literally until the last minute of the wedding . I could not imagine a better venue . If I had to choose again I would choose the Balcony each and every-time.

We have had so many calls and texts from friends and family saying that the customer service was impeccable! They didn't have to wait in long lines for drinks, the food was good, and plentiful. And that everyone that served them were friendly and had smiling faces. Thank you for providing service with a smile! The Balcony Ballroom was the perfect place for us! Thank you for being a CLASS ACT! Love, Toya and Greg Tyler

were to get married again or know someone the Balcony would be the choice in a heart beat. We are so grateful for all the team that made our day more than amazing. Thank you guys for every little thing done for us. If I could give a million stars I would.

ey made every step so simple, and they treated us like royalty! The food and the staff are both incredible! Jay, Vanessa, and Mike, I cannot thank you enough for all the effort and care you put into what you do. You made our day better than we ever could’ve imagined! We are still receiving compliments on the food, music, and the reception in general. Stop what you’re doing, and book The Balcony for your event immediately!

erally had every detail covered! I dealt with Vanessa mostly and she is simply amazing at coordinating everything! Jay was great at helping us pick out the perfect lighting for the ambiance we wanted for our special night- and he nailed it! The music selections really kept the party going, I couldn't have picked out a better selection! Communicating with the team at The Balcony was so easy & we always had a quick response! Our outside vendors also mentioned to us that coordinating times was super easy with them & way better than most venues they deal with in the area. Our wedding reception was truly stress free...Vanessa & Mike had everything for us even before we asked & our parents were very impressed with their service that night (& from the servers as well!)! I felt very comfortable in knowing that everything we had discussed would be executed perfectly so we wouldn't have to worry about anything else besides enjoying the reception! All of our guest are still raving about how DELICIOUS all of the food was and the variety of the fully stocked bar...everyone really had a fun night! Thank you Vanessa, Mike, Jay, Chef Ryan and everyone at The Balcony for helping us make the best memories of our lives!

ul. The venue was GORGEOUS. And the food was so unbelievably delicous... I think everyone in our families will be talking about it for years! Thank you for helping give us the most memorable night of our lives. I can't think of a single way it could've been more perfect. I will be recommending the Balcony to every engaged couple I know!!! I'd like to also say thank you for being so helpful in coordinating with me, a bride from NY; I thought it would be hard to plan a wedding miles and miles away, but y'all were endlessly helpful and answered all my questions and eased my stress. I especially appreciated all the special requests you made possible for me (including a bag pipe entrance and a special, off-menu hors d'oeuvre) . So thank you! I'll be reliving that night for the rest of my life. <3

night I was stressed out about minor details and the Balcony staff made sure I knew that they had everything under control. Everyone at the Balcony made it so easy for me to truly enjoy the evening. The staff made sure that everything in the evening went smoothly and that our guests and my husband and I had the best time. I never felt like I couldn't ask for something or that maybe I asked too many questions. They made me and my husband feel so special. They helped me with so much that night- including a shoe change I was able to dance the night away and have a staff member check in with me to make sure I was doing okay. There is a reason this family business has been in this industry for so long- they have it down to a science! Oh, and I can't forget the food. The FOOD was delicious- my guests are still coming up to me more than 2 weeks after telling me their favorite dish. My only wish is that I could go back to that night and re- live it all over again! Thank you Balcony Ballroom for making June 14- the best day of my life!

ible that I can't only note just one thing, the food was delicious, premium drinks for all of our guest and the ballroom was decorated well. I had previously visited the Balcony over 10 years ago for a wedding anniversary of a family friend and remembered the experience was so nice we decided to have our wedding there and would highly recommend to anyone planning a wedding. As professional as the staff was you would not be let down by any means with Mike, Vanessa and Jay planning and coordinating the event. On another note on dining we are still receiving comments from our guest on how good the food was as well and definitely have to compliment the Chef as there was not a single complaint from us nor our guest in regards to food and everything we had time for was delicious. For the price of the venue all inclusive compared to other venues was well worth every penny being what other venue's charged additional for was included as well and priced reasonably ie premium alcohol, meat carving station etc. My wife and I would like to personally thank everyone at the The Balcony for making our special day as perfect and beautiful as possible and we will highly recommend this Venue to anyone and everyone we know. Sincerely, Jackie and Steven

r for all who attended. Our compliments to the chef and the kitchen staff as well. The wait staff never missed a beat, as well as the bartenders. A big shout out to Mike, Vanessa and Jay!!!! Loved working with you guys, you really know how to make an event flawless. 5 Stars are definitely not enough, and not enough words to express our gratitude for a flawless night!!

ding setup and reception was wonderful!!! The decorations and lighting (yes we saw purple LOL) were everything we expected. What can we say about the food.... everyone said how delicious every food item was!! Top chef!! The whole night in itself ran smoothly and timely. Just saying thank you doesn’t feel it’s enough but overall THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts!! I would definitely recommend the Balcony Ballroom to all my friends and family that would want a venue that’s top class in itself. Five stars just aren’t enough to rate this venue. They are truly a family business and take what they do personally and to heart. You are treated as a member of the family from the moment you book your venue with all the crazy questions that arise up until the day of the wedding itself. Couldn’t have asked for anything better!!!

care of on my wedding day. I was being pulled left to right, but Mike had me covered all night. These people truly have this wedding thing down to a science! All my family and friends have not stopped raving about how it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to. I can’t say thanks enough! Looking forward to returning for a renewal in 10 years, seriously!!!

reviously do not do the venue justice. Mike and Jay were amazing the day of the wedding! They both made sure we had no concerns, and took great care of not only us, but our parents also. I made the mistake of not ordering boutonnieres for the ushers but they went into problem solving mode before I was even aware of my own mistake. Honestly this venue, the service, the food, & the staff are phenomenal! Your guests will be well fed. A week later people are still raving about the wedding, the abundance of tasty food, and how tentative the staff is. I didn't have a wedding coordinator, which probably would have been a waste since the Balcony takes care of everything. My husband is already saying we should have a 10 year vow renewal at the Balcony Ballroom.

ed crying and you stepped in and made me feel Much better afterwards, THANK YOU ! Our family and friends kept saying how beautiful the place is, and how awesome the food was. I would recommend any and EVERYONE To the Balcony if they are getting married ! My husband and I are forever grateful for everything that you guys did for us, and if we could rewind the time we would do it all over again. I’m hoping one of my friends or Family members have a wedding there just to come back, seriously ! Thanks for the beautiful pictures and the postcard/photo we received in the mail !

d perfectly, food was great and we didn't have to worry about anything!! Everyone kept telling us it was the best wedding they've ever been to. I will always look back on our big day and be able to say it exceeded what I dreamed it would be! For that I thank you!!

aking sure we had plenty of food, time to ourselves, and kept the show going! I had last minute changes to my cake pulls and all I had to do was send a simple email and it was fixed seamlessly. The compliments are steadily rolling in from everyone that attended ranging from how beautiful the venue was to how amazing all of the food (especially the bacon wrapped quail) tasted and there was no shortage of food by any means. The attention to detail all the staff paid to the guest; I have had many people share that they commented in passing wanting more of a certain passed food and the waiter would come and find them to give them more! 5 stars simply is not enough for the Balcony Ballroom, they absolutely exceeded my expectations. Now that my wedding is over, I actually miss them. I feel like they are my new best friends! Thank y'all so much for everything, it was truly an unforgettable night!

t to finish from A to Z for the entire night. Our family and friends are still raving about the reception and especially the food. As the bride and groom, we never had to ask for a thing as there was always someone there to assist us. Our night was absolutely incredible thanks to The Balcony. We love these guys and are so thankful for them.

when it happened, the food was awesome, the drinks were on point and the music was on time. I would definitely recommend The Balcony to anyone looking for an awesome venue. Keep up the good work guys!!!!

years before we started dating, so you'd think we understood how our wedding reception would go for us. I was wrong. Mike, Vanessa, Jay, and the entire crew made sure our night was perfect, like they do for every wedding that comes through the ballroom doors. From the minute we got there, we never had to worry about a thing, as they had everything planned out and under control. Our parents couldn't stop raving about how Mike, Vanessa, and Jay made sure they were taken care of, had plenty to eat, and always had a full drink. Chef Ryan really outdid himself with the food. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted more delicious than any wedding reception food I've ever had. DJ Kevin had the dance floor rocking the entire evening, ensuring everyone had a great time. We really cannot thank Mike, Vanessa, and Jay enough for their hard work throughout the night to ensure Lauren and I would never forget our big day. Even though we both worked many weddings there, we were still blown away by their service and the incredible food. Again, you're leaving stuff on the table if you're booking a wedding reception elsewhere. The food is second to none, the service is absolutely incredible, and the workers always have smiles on their faces. Don't make an easy decision complicated, The Balcony is a no-brainer for wedding receptions. Thank you guys again for everything!

k. I fell in love the minute I walked in. Vanessa was so confident about their business that she even encouraged me to look at other places and let me know that they would be there when we came back. I was so sure that I never left and put down a deposit that very instant. I’ve never attended a wedding here so I had no idea how anything was or even how the food tasted. Everyone I talked to said I had absolutely nothing to worry about. They were so professional in every aspect. We really didn’t have to lift a finger. They made us feel so important on the most important day of our lives. THE FOOD IS FANTASTIC! Everyone said they loved how we were allowed that time to eat before we danced for the first time. And we did just that...we ate soo much! We really could not have asked for a better place, team, etc.. We HIGHLY recommended The Balcony. We really hope someone close to us has a wedding there soon so we can be on the other side of things and really really enjoy it all again! Thanks again so much!!

ceremony and reception, the attention to detail, the food I could go on and on. The Balcony is very easily your best option to host any wedding in the New Orleans area. Do not hesitate to book your date, you will not be disappointed.

zing food to organizing full family photos to taking care of our top cake tier and so many other things that we didn’t even think about until after it was all over. Our guests complimented the food all night long and our parents were cared for just as much as we were which made a big difference to us. At one point my husband desperately needed chapstick in the middle of our reception and they made it happen! Thank you Vanessa and Mike for an amazing night! I can’t imagine a smoother, more fun event than what was delivered.

well taken care of. They even looked out for our parents! This was the easiest wedding ever!

re, recommend them to anyone who wants to have a stress free wedding!

e . I would not have changed a thing. Thank you so much!!

bout the food...how much was served and how delicious everything was, how professional the staff was and how clean the venue was. I cannot thank Vanessa, Jay and Mike enough for making our wedding day so special. You guys rock!!

I received so many compliments on the food, atmosphere, and staff!! Mike definitely made my wedding something to remember and I'm so grateful for everything they did for me and my family. The price is unbeatable, they want nothing more than to give you the wedding of your dreams!

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as forgotten. Thank you to the balcony for the amazing experience that our guests have raved about over the last few days. You truly helped make my sister’s wedding special.

an continue to say is thank you. I promise if you booked this team you will lot be disappointed at all, from our initial meeting try wedding day and I used to have made sure we had everything we needed including our family and guests. The exceeded our expectations and every guess that I've spoken to so far say this was the best wedding that they've ever been to, because everything was so nice and the staff was exponential. I wedding day is an event that we will never forget because of your service, your love , support and your help. Thanks for everything Darren and Kailha Lathan

f food and drinks can't even put into words how happy your pallat will be. The music was everything!!! I highly recommend this family venue that has been around for the past 45yrs.

that could go wrong. The staff made sure the photographer got the pictures he needed! They even made sure being the mother of the bride I was well taken care of. The Balcony really knows how throw a good party! I would recommend this venue to anyone!!

in them. The Balcony had a ton of food passing around all night and it was delicious!! Everyone keeps telling how good the food was at our wedding. The DJ was great and played a variety of music to satisfy everyone! If you are looking for a place that you will not have to worry about anything at the reception this is the place to go.