Bello Giorno Estate

Best of Weddings (2x)

517 Route 46, Belvidere, NJ

101-150 guest capacity

This venue can host up to 150 guests

About this vendor

Intimate Elegance with a personal touch.

Bello Giorno Estate is a modern interpretation of a romantic estate in Tuscany perfect for your intimate wedding of up to 125 people. We specialize in intimate, custom-crafted boutique weddings as unique as your personal love story. The grounds were inspired by and seek to emulate the villas of Tuscany's countryside. Situated alongside the scenic and historic Pequest river in Belvidere New Jersey, our Estate personifies an intimate natural elegance. Our grounds are carefully curated with a grand entrance gate, flowing gardens, and seasonal designs that provide the perfect accompaniment to our three outdoor ceremony spaces. Our riverside rock walls provide the perfect space to sit quietly with your loved one and enjoy a specialty cocktail as you watch the river flow and native fauna pass by. Bello Giorno Estate books one wedding per day, and you can trust us to make sure your's is an unforgettable experience! Facilities and Capacities Bello Giorno Estate can accommodate up to 125 guests. This makes us intimate enough to cater to your wedding personally, but also large enough for your guest's to have plenty of room to explore our grounds. Services Offered Bello Giorno Estate can provide an array of quality services to give you an unforgettable wedding day. We will cater to even the smallest details because we know how important they are to our couples, including: centerpieces, wedding cake, favors and other decor to compliment the Estate. Bello Giorno Estate offers the services of an experienced wedding planning team that will assist you with all the details that come with preparing for your special day. Additional services that we offer include: Private Bridal Cottage suite / Gatehouse Groom's Room Bridal Assistant 3 outdoor ceremony options with river views Indoor ceremony option Window filled cocktail space alongside the scenic outdoors Manicured patio space Complete set up and cleanup for the event Lighting Sound Tents Shuttle Parking Valet Wheelchair access Cuisine The Schiano Family has been serving northern New Jersey unique Italian fare since 1970 in an array of successful restaurants and establishments. Menu selections include passed hors d'oeuvres, hot & cold buffet stations, and plated serving styles. Various dietary alternatives can be provided. Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan and Vegetarian menus are available. We will be happy to prepare and accommodate for any dietary need. Bello Giorno Estate also provides an array of bartending services and bar packages that can be customized to your event.

Pricing details

Starting prices

Reception:

Contact for price

Ceremony:

Contact for price

Bar services:

Contact for price

Catering:

Contact for price

Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices.

Amenities + details

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

On-Site Accommodations

Business Attributes

Woman-owned Business

Ceremony Types

Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony

Guest Capacity

Up to 150

Settings

Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning

Awards and Affiliations

4.8

out of 5.0

44 reviews

Search reviews

8/12/2024 • Nila M

WHOAHHH!!!! I had to take a moment to do a review of Bello Giorno Estate. My fiancé and I are extremely impressed by this place. I feel absolutely grateful and blessed to have found them! We researched several venues to ensure that my future husband and I were getting the perfect fit for our wedding within a decent budget, and we had trouble finding the right location in New York and New Jersey. We made countless phone calls and trips to talk to the owners of different estates and hosts and to see how the venues were inside. Some of the places we checked were money-hungry. However, finding Bello Giorno Estate was our biggest blessing in terms of venues. No other place compared to the quality, attention, and kindness we received over the phone from both Monica and Stephanie. They were beautiful, kind, very sweet, resourceful, and accommodating in facilitating our nontraditional wedding on our budget, while keeping their quality of service, nature, and elegance at their core. Entering the premises, we were both a bit nervous. The first thing we read was a sign that said, “enter as strangers, leave as family.” We thought it was a very nice quote, but never would have imagined that Monica and Stephanie would embody this very quote to the fullest! We drove over an hour, stayed for a tour of this spacious, elegant premises, and then had a meeting for about an hour with both of them. They took their time to learn our vision and learn from us, as we learned from them. This tour and meeting changed our entire demeanor about our wedding. The feelings of anxiety that we had when planning our wedding within a 4-month time span turned to peace and excitement. We felt so at home, and we were extremely confident that they had and have our backs and want to bring our vision to life. This is the kind of customer service that would prompt anybody to want to leave a heartfelt review. This kind of service stands out tremendously because it is so welcoming that you feel such a load of gratitude. Monica and Stephanie run a family-owned business with all the accommodations that you can imagine. The bride and groom get their own beautiful and comfortable suite, which they are able to use for a sufficient amount of time prior to the ceremony and during if needed. There are multiple options to host your ceremony in (2 outdoors options, indoors, and outdoor with accommodation spaces). The food tasting was absolutely incredible and made me very happy to know that I've got new Italian family members! The dedication to detail that both Monica and Stephanie provide has been phenomenal, and we highly recommend this venue for weddings or any celebration. The space is stunning! With a river stream that runs behind the property, my fiancé and I are excited to take pictures during our wedding and capture the beauty. Overall, Bello Giorno Estate is a truly unique space of beauty, peace, and luxury wrapped in a giant gift of kindness. This process has been unforgettable, and I'm confident that on our wedding day, it will truly be a ‘beautiful day’ and wonderful memory. Thanks again, Monica and Stephanie.

8/01/2024 • Linda M

I got married at Bello Giorno in 2010. It is the most beautiful wedding venue ever. The staff went above and beyond to make our day special. The food is delicious. My wedding planning was stress free because they handled everything. Having our wedding there was the best decision I ever made!

8/01/2024 • Jennifer C

Our daughter was married here almost a year ago ❤️. People are still talking about what an amazing wedding it was! The venue is stunning, the food is actually beyond ridiculously delicious (I think of the Gorgonzola pear purses regularly haha!!) and we truly appreciated Stephanie, Monica and Patty’s patience and guidance!! The best!!!

Any questions?

8/01/2024 • Michelle P

My daughter got married there last year. The place is beautiful, food was incredible and the staff is amazing. They really did make it such a special day.

7/22/2024 • Tracey V

The whole team at Bello Giorno is AMAZING! Everyone is so friendly, kind, and welcoming. The whole venue is gorgeous, the entire garden feels like any girl's dream to escape in and enjoy a magical day. I'm looking forward to my beautiful wedding with the amazing staff.

7/22/2024 • Erika M

Monica and Stephanie have been absolutely amazing and flexible. My fiancé and I are a young couple and I felt like they were willing to help us navigate the wedding world so far. They have been great and very straight forward. We love Mama’s cafe baci so it is no surprise we are loving Bello Giorno. Can’t want to continue to work with them!

1/25/2022 • Christine T

Dear Future Married Persons, You cannot go wrong choosing Bello Giorno Estate to host your day! From the minute we booked until the morning after the wedding we were treated like family. Monica and her team are kind, professional and unbelievably hard workers. For anyone planning a wedding, stress is par for the course. But the team at Bello Giorno Estate does everything they can to make sure they have you covered. Every single one of my guests raved about the ambiance, cleanliness, decor and professionalism/warmth of the staff. Every. Single. One. Planning a wedding amid a pandemic meant flexibility on everyone's part. The Bello Giorno team not only rose to the occasion, they shined! 2 weeks before my wedding, amid rising numbers and covid concerns, I asked that our entire day take place in one room to allow for social distancing. Not only was it not an issue, but they used their creativity to make our day as safe and beautiful as we ever could have imagined. I would be remiss if I did not mention our coordinator, Stephanie. From the moment planning began, she responded to every email (all 9 billion of them) promptly. The day of our wedding, she did not stop moving for a minute. She made sure my wife and I ate, sat, had private moments and fully enjoyed our day. Now... the menu. If you haven't been to the restaurant that caters Bello Giorno's affairs, (Mama's Cafe Baci) then you are truly missing out on a wonderful dining experience. First and foremost, they cater to vegans, vegetarians and gluten free patrons - with ease. There are seemingly endless options for all to enjoy. Our wedding buffet was exquisite and will certainly be gushed about by family and friends for years to come. My wife and I enjoyed a private cocktail hour in the onsite Bridal Cottage and really had the opportunity to soak up that we just got married. "Thank you" seems inadequate. But from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU to the entire team at Bello Giorno Estate. You created the most magical day for Jessica and I and we will never forget it! Love, The Caseys

Response from the Vendor on 01/31/2022

Christine, Thank you for all the kind words! It was a pleasure hosting the wedding for you and Jessica! It was a truly wonderful celebration! Welcome to our Bello Giorno Family! Warm Regards, Monica

11/16/2021 • Tim H

Bello Giorno did a phenomenal job of hosting our wedding reception in October. It felt as though they took care of everything, letting us enjoy the day stress-free. The very reasonably priced package included the cake and catering and the food was amazing! Also the venue has a very welcoming family feel, as personal as it is elegant, and the staff are exceptionally kind and friendly, from the manager to the bridal assistant to the bartender and butlers – they made us feel like we were among family. Throughout the planning process, Monica and Stephanie were just a phone call or text away, highly responsive to our questions and with an exceptional attention to detail. The service we got from Bello Giorno leading up to the day, as well as on the day itself, was remarkable. We were able to personalize the wedding to our heart’s desire, with Stephanie and Monica supporting us every step of the way toward realizing that vision. We had our ceremony at our church and came to Bello Giorno later in the day for the reception. Upon our arrival to the venue, being able to retreat by ourselves into the beautiful cottage behind the venue and have some cocktails and appetizers in private helped us to ground ourselves and take everything in. Staff were delicately attentive to us, making sure we had enough food and drink while also allowing for our space. The grounds are gorgeous. Some guests were seen stepping outside during the reception and just admiring the water running by in the river, or holding low-key conversation, remarking on how pleasant the outdoors was. The inside of the venue was just the perfect size for our wedding, large enough to give everyone their space while also small enough to allow everyone to be near enough to one another and mingle. Things came together more nicely than we could have imagined. Ultimately, we can say with confidence that Bello Giorno helped make our day as happy as possible. And our guests concurred – they reported the event was charming and the food was delicious, and at least one guest made a point of urging us to write a positive review if we did not already plan to do so ourselves (though we did plan to!). Every guest seemed to be made to feel as honored, welcomed and taken care of as we the bride and groom felt, which was very important to us. We’ve heard nothing but positive feedback from our guests about the venue and their staff. They even went above and beyond to prepare special meals for some of our vegetarian and vegan guests! We highly recommend Bello Giorno, especially if low-stress wedding planning and a warm, intimate family feel complemented by phenomenal Italian food are desired on your special day. If we were to do the day over, we would have it be just the same, and we would trust Bello Giorno to make it as perfect as they did the first time. Thanks Bello Giorno for helping make our day unforgettable! Shannon and Tim

Response from the Vendor on 11/18/2021

Tim Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It was a beautiful wedding day for you and Shannon , and what a pleasure to work with you both! We will always think of you both fondly. Wishing you much happiness and love! Monica

10/07/2021 • Mary C

Although it wasn't perfect, the best was made from it. The location did make for beautiful pictures. I sincerely wish all of our expectations were met and that we could leave a great review. That just wasn't the case. But for me to leave a horrible review is wrong. The venue itself is beautiful. My only advice is be specific with what you expect & get every detail in writing.

Response from the Vendor on 10/07/2021

Mary, Thank you for recognizing our teams hard work, and that we did everything we could to make your day beautiful. Our team went through efforts to accomodate guests requests, and we did receive many compliments from those in attendance fo...

r our staff's service. All involved worked diligently to take care of you and your attendees, and we wish you happiness and tranquility in your future. Sincerely, Bello Giorno Estate

9/20/2021 • Tiffany A

This is a venue that literally can’t do enough for you. Any question you have is always welcome and answered in a timely manner. The food was incredible and people couldn’t stop talking about the ambiance of it all. The staff is very friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Your guests are allowed inside or on the grounds after dinner and the staff doesn’t try to “heard” them to a general area. The packages are inclusive and you are not setting up or ripping down anything because they will do it for you.

Response from the Vendor on 09/22/2021

Tiffany, What a pleasure it has been working with you and hosting your wedding! It was a truly beautiful day.! I am so pleased that you and Mike chose Bello Giorno Estate for your wedding! Thank you for your amazing review and welcome to our ...

Bello Giorno Family Fond Regards, Monica

3/15/2021 • ALEJANDRA R

From the moment my Fiance and I stepped onto the Estate we just knew it was the right place. The venue is truly beautiful, a perfect mixture of intimate yet elegant. While touring the grounds with Stephanie, whom is an absolute doll, we realized the indoor/outdoor option will best suite not only our needs but our guests as well, especially due to Covid. Monica is a true Fairy Godmother making it clear that any wish/desire we may have she can make come true!

Response from the Vendor on 03/15/2021

Ali, Thank you for the wonderful review and kind words! We are so happy to be hosting the wedding for you and Selena, I know it will be an unforgettable day! Warmest Regards, Monica

9/10/2020 • Deborah K

Bello Giorno is a beautiful venue to have your wedding ceremony and reception at. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we had our wedding and reception outside with the reception under an open-sided tent. It was amazing, and we would not have had it any other way! The scenery of the Pequest River, the lush garden atmosphere, the wedding cottage for the bridal party to use and freshen up in during the wedding, the amazing patio, the beautiful arch by the Wedding tree, and the gazebo are just the beautiful beginning of what Bello Giorno has to offer. The service you get is the best. Monica Schiano, Stephanie, and her wonderful staff go above and beyond to make a perfect day for you! Monica was so supportive and comforting when needed during the entire process, and always made time for us. Stephanie was very attentive, calming and made sure all was going smoothly during the wedding day. The food was plentiful and delicious! If you want an elegant wedding in a natural, garden setting or whatever your heart desires, Bello Giorno is the place for you and Monica can make it happen! Bello Giorno implemented all CDC guidelines.

Response from the Vendor on 09/10/2020

Thank you for the wonderful review Deborah! It such a beautiful wedding and it was a pleasure to work with you and Keller and host to your dream wedding! We wish you much LOVE and HAPPINESS! Monica

8/28/2020 • Cindy C

Bello Giorno Estate saved our daughter’s wedding! After her Pennsylvania venue had to cancel due to updated COVID-19 indoor gathering restrictions, we stumbled upon Bello Giorno Estate and they came through for us, in a BIG way, with less than 2 weeks until the wedding! They were fully prepared for an outdoor wedding under COVID-19 restrictions, they handled EVERY detail with care and compassion, and the beautifully landscaped outdoor event with patio, arbor, gazebo, and tent-covered dining alongside the river turned out absolutely BEAUTIFULLY!!! We recommend it highly – as a first choice, not just a Plan B!!!

Response from the Vendor on 08/29/2020

Thank you so much for your review Cindy! It was a wonderful day for all, and we are soo happy to have hosted it! It was OUR pleasure to share in Lindsay and Freedo's wedding and make it special! We wish them all the best! Warm Regards, Monica...

7/17/2020 • Krysti N

Me and my husband were married in July during Covid. Monica and Stephanie were so accommodating, supportive, and flexible with all the changes taking place day to day. We found out a week and a half out from our wedding date that we could no longer have our reception indoors due to NJ's restrictions. Monica and her team worked tirelessly to make sure our day was as beautiful as it could possibly be, and let me tell you, it was! We ended up having the entirety of our wedding (ceremony and reception) outside on their gorgeous property. The maintenance and updates done on the property, as well as the beautiful landscaping, helped to make our wedding magical and memorable. Stephanie was so kind to us and went above and beyond during the planning process and wedding day to make the day perfect. We were so happy to have her helping us out throughout the day. She helped to keep us calm and always made sure we had what we needed. Though we couldn't enjoy the indoor venue like we initially planned, we felt that our wedding was even more magical with it being outdoors and that the changes NJ made to indoor dining benefitted our situation since we were all able to enjoy the beautiful picturesque gardens even more. Our guests could not say enough positive things about the atmosphere and beauty of the place as well as how nice the staff were. Monica and Stephanie always showed that they cared about us and that we weren't just another customer. They went above and beyond to provide us with the wedding we wanted and made the day so special. We couldn't be happier with the way the day turned out and we are so happy we chose Bello Giorno as our reception venue.

Response from the Vendor on 07/17/2020

Krysti, Thank you for the wonderful review and all of your kind words, it was a true pleasure for us to host the wedding for you and Ben:) Working with the two of you made our job easy, especially with all of the covid mandates , you were both ...

so understanding. it was a very special day! We wish you both much love and happiness and hope that you stay well! Fond Regards, Monica

11/24/2019 • Caroline P

The staff at Bello Giorno was exceptional. The first meeting with Monica and Stephanie make you feel like family. The venue is beautiful and the food was exceptional !! It was a perfect day and I couldn’t thank everyone enough !!!

Response from the Vendor on 11/25/2019

Caroline, Thank you for the allowing us to host Brittany and Peter's wedding! It was such a wonderful day, filled with much love! We welcome you all to our Bello Giorno family! All the best! Monica

11/08/2019 • Kathleen S

I recently got married and had my reception at Bello Giorno Estate. Everything was beautiful!! Monica and Stephanie are very easy to work with and very accommodating. The place is absolutely beautiful and the pictures we got by the river in the back are amazing. My day wouldn't have gone so smoothly with out the help of Monica, Stephanie and the rest of the staff. My priest walked in late because he was preaching a mass after our wedding and the ladies quickly heated up food just so he could have something to eat. You won't get that hospitality at any other venue. My only wish is that I wish I had more time to enjoy the place, utilize the cottage and enjoy the food. I can't thank you and the staff enough for the everything you did to make our day so special. thanks again!!!

Response from the Vendor on 11/13/2019

Kathleen, Thank you for the amazing review! It was a true pleasure to host your wedding, wishing you and Nick a life full of wonderful memories! Warm Regards, Monica

10/07/2019 • Kimberly B

Everything about my wedding day at Bello Giorno was perfect. Stephanie, Monica and the entire staff made sure the day was as amazing for me as possible. The venue itself is breath taking with its location right on the river. Their internal decorations were an amazing added touch and I highly recommend the decor enhancement package because the way they add all the extra details is so beautiful. The bridal cottage is amazing to have for the bridal party and allows for a nice moment for the bride and groom to get away before the reception kicks off! The way they interact with all their bride’s vendors is truly wonderful, communication is great and they know what’s going on at all times. It never takes more than a quick glance around to find a helpful staff for anything you need the entire night. Stephanie and Monica gave me my dream wedding and i couldn’t recommend this place and this family enough. Also as a bride with food allergies, I knew I would be in good hands. I worked with them for almost two years to plan my wedding, emails back and forth and a few visits. As an out of state bride, they were overly accommodating and were willing to meet with me anytime I was in town. I cannot thank them enough!!!

Response from the Vendor on 10/07/2019

Kim, It was so special for us to host your wedding! Thank you for the amazing review! Making the day perfect for you and Jake was our goal and I am happy that we achieved it! It was truly a day filled with memorable moments! We wish you much h...

appiness and love! Warm Regards, Monica

9/29/2019 • Alexa M

I just got married here yesterday. People say you can’t have the perfect wedding. Well, I did. It was the perfect wedding and Monica and Stephanie both were so good with helping and coordinating anything that needed be done. The food was amazing because let’s be real, food makes or breaks a wedding. Every guest commented on how beautiful the venue and scenery were. I would and will recommend this to everyone.

Response from the Vendor on 09/30/2019

Thanks Alexa! It was a very special day, and it was our pleasure to be a part of it! We wish you and Sam all the best! Welcome to the Bello Giorno Family! Best, Monica

9/27/2019 • Mary Louise

If you want a beautiful place to have your wedding this estate has a patio area; stepping stones, flowers, the shade of mature trees and the sound of the babbling river that borders the beautiful garden, look no further. This estate has a lovely banquet hall with an indoor cocktail room and outside a choice of a wedding trellis or a gazebo to say your nuptials. There is even an adorable cottage outside for the bride to get ready in with all the amenities. Ok that is just how pretty it is BUT the service is over the top! And the food was AMAZING!! You will truly feel like royalty if you go here. My wedding was the best. Thank you Bello Giorno!!!

Response from the Vendor on 09/29/2019

Thank you so much for the amazing review Mary Louise! It was such a pleasure working with you , and most of all hosting your beautiful wedding!! You are a very special couple!! We are happy to have you as part of our Bello Giorno Family!

9/17/2019 • Amanda M

Bello Giorno was the most perfect place for our wedding. We couldnt have asked for anything to be better. Monica and Stephanie are the best of the best and made our day extremely smooth and enjoyable. Will definitely be coming back for future events!!

Response from the Vendor on 09/17/2019

Amanda,' Thank you for the wonderful review! It was such a beautiful day for you and Steve, and we are happy to have been a part of it! We look forward to seeing you in the future! We wish you both much love! Monica

3/03/2019 • Dena D

Me and my husband got married there in October 2018. I can NOT say enough how amazing there were, from the first time meeting them to the goodbyes at the end of our evening, we do not have one complaint. From the moment I booked I was a phone call away from getting any questions answered by Monica and/or a member of her staff. She was always happy to hear from me and so accommodating. We had a HUGE wedding party (18 total) and got married in the gazebo. We had the wedding party fanned out on both sides of the gazebo and there was plenty of room for everyone. The day was like a fairy tale for the both of us, and all of our guests. The ambiance and scenery is organic and beautiful. The cocktail reception was amazing, with plenty of food to go around. Our guests were stuffed! I can't say enough for this venue except if you want to have your venue somewhere that you can just let go and not worry about anything, Bello Giorno is the place to go :)

Response from the Vendor on 03/06/2019

Thank you for the wonderful review! It is guests like you Dena that make our job so much fun! It was an amazing day filled with friends, family and love! Welcome to our Bello Giorno Estate Family!

9/10/2018 • Elisa B

Bello Giorno Estates could not have been a more perfect location for our dream wedding. The beautiful decor and elegant outside English garden alongside the Pequest River made for an enchanting backdrop for our photo session. Our guests felt free to roam inside and out during the cocktail hour. Monica, the owner was so polite, accommodating, and easy to work with to make it the most perfect day. The food options and quality were what drew us in even further during the planning process. I could not have asked for a more perfect wedding, from start to finish.

Response from the Vendor on 09/11/2018

Elisa, Thank you for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure to host your amazing wedding day! You and Carl are such a perfect couple! We wish you a future full of love and many happy moments! You are now a part of our Bello Giorno Family! Fon...

dest Regards, Monica

5/16/2018 • Vivian C

Bello Giorno Estate was the perfect spot for our spring wedding. Our wedding was on the smaller side and we had visited other venues that were just too large and too expensive. We came upon it totally by chance in a Google search and immediately planned a visit. Sitting down with Monica and Stephanie, they walked us through everything and wrote up an estimate on the spot. Even after finalizing our contract, they were super helpful and responsive with all of our questions. We made several visits and fell in love with the property more and more. Even our guests said that we undersold how beautiful the scenery was. You get a lot for your money at this venue. The food is amazing and they pack it up for you at the end of the night. You get a day-of-coordinator who is there throughout the process taking notes and tending to your every need day of (thanks Stephanie!). You get the outdoor element if you're blessed with a nice day, which we were. But even if you're not, they have an indoor plan B option so you don't have to worry about the extra expense of a tent. They started in the restaurant business and they're family owned, and it really meant a lot having the owner there all the way until we caught the bus home (thanks Monica!). Word of advice, there are a lot of venues in the area and very few hotels. The closest hotels are 20 minutes away from the venue with no traffic so block your hotels ASAP.

Response from the Vendor on 05/17/2018

Vivian and Trevor, Thank you for selecting us to host your Wedding! It was the perfect day for a beautiful couple to begin their lives together! We wish you much happiness and love! It was a pleasure! Monica

3/11/2018 • Heather K

We cannot day enough great things about Bello Giorno and Monica. Her staff are amazing and on top of everything. The venue is beautiful and they brought out vision for our wedding to life. They helped to make our wedding day amazing!

6/05/2017 • Dorothy D

Beautiful venue and outdoor setting-a little taste of Tuscany, Italy! Monica , Stephanie and staff were attentive to every need and the food (of course) was outstanding!! We were told of this venue by friends and we would highly recommend Bello Giorno to everyone. My daughter, Diana said 'see Mom, I told you it would be a wonderful experience!' It most certainly was. May 26, 2017

4/04/2017 • Marianne N

A baby shower was held in my daughter's honor on April 2, 2017. Monica was instrumental in the planning phase right through the celebration, lending her experience and suggestions on how to make the event wonderful. The food served was delicious, and we also opted for the bartender option, giving guests the opportunity to choose the drinks of their choice. The staff on hand was attentive and welcoming, and even helped carry gifts to the cars, which gave us more time for goodbyes. The room was beautiful with the sun shining through the windows, and the tables placed strategically for all guests to enjoy each other's company.. Some guests wandered outside to the lovely veranda, which overlooks the Pequest River, a Warren Couny treasure. All in all, we could not have chosen a better venue for this very important event. Thank you, Bello Giorno!

10/01/2016 • Joe B

Monica and her staff did a spectacular job in helping to make our wedding day everything we hoped it would be! They took the time to get to know us as a couple and Monica was available anytime we had a question. Their experience and professionalism allowed us to relax and fully enjoy every aspect of our day because we knew that everything would be taken care of. We would recommend Bello Giorno to anyone who is looking for a beautiful venue for their wedding day!

9/04/2016 • Celia P

From the time we first met Monica and Stephanie we knew we were in good hands. We wanted a beach-themed decor and Bello Giorno did a magnificent job! Our guests asked us where we heard about Bello Giorno since we live in PA and it's 40 minutes away. We told them online and then we met with Monica and Steph and were so impressed! The cocktail hour was wonderful, relaxed, and the food was delicious. The dinner was served and was just a perfect as when we had our taste-testing. The bartender was pleasant and everyone spoke well of him too. They were very accommodating on special food requests and there was always the response of "no problem". Monica was very happy to answer questions and texted me back promptly, always with reassurance that all was well. Thanks for making our "Beautiful Day" special. You live up to the name ; that's what Bello Giorno means.

8/22/2016 • Heather M

I recently hosted a bridal shower for my beautiful daughter and I could not have chosen a better venue. The service and waitstaff met standards beyond our expectations. All aspects of the party were punctual from the o'dourves and dinner to the cake cutting and present opening. The staff was more than helpful in ensuring all of our demands were met. The food served was superb and the venue itself is absolutely stunning. I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone hosting a bridal shower, wedding, or any other special events. Thank you Bello Giorno!

8/14/2016 • kim b

After about 9 frustrating months of searching for a venue (and being on a budget) I was very fortunate to find Bello Giorno. Monica was the first person we encountered who really listened and understood what we envisioned for our wedding. Throughout the planning process Monica was very accessible and accommodating, and always quick to answer my very many questions. We got married on June 25 of this year and everything about Bello Giorno was absolutely wonderful. The venue was beautiful, the food was incredible and the staff was very friendly, attentive and helpful. We could not have hoped for a more amazing day.

7/22/2016 • Knottie1469203136

I can't say enough about this beautiful venue! The setting is gorgeous. The food is phenomenal. The staff is amazing. Monica is so accommodating and Steph was the biggest help a girl could ask for! Everything went so smoothly throughout the whole process, thanks to them. I highly recommend this venue! I just got married July 3rd and I miss them already!

7/14/2016 • a member

We can't thank Monica and her staff enough for a truly fabulous 90th birthday party for my mom. Everything was just as promised, and the staff was wonderful and attentive to all our guests. Every detail and concern was addressed, a wonderful event enjoyed by our whole family and friends. Beautiful day.

6/22/2016 • Knottie1466633805

We held a large rehearsal dinner here and were very happy! The grounds were beautiful, the food was delicious and the wait staff was attentive to all our needs. Monica made sure our event went smoothly and addressed every detail. We would highly recommend this venue!

6/05/2016 • Knottie1465131003

Yesterday was our wedding (June 4 2016) and I must say that was amazing! The staff is so wonderful and kind! They tolerated all my questions with a smile and were always so helpful! When the day arrived, they walked me through everything, confirmed everything looked amazing (and it did), and when it was time for me to walk, I was needless to say scared, they calmed me down! I am so beyond thrilled with how everything went!

6/02/2016 • a member

From time to time we may all say...where has the time gone? It was early May 2015 when my daughter, her maid of honor (my other daughter) and I met for the first time with Monica and Stephanie at Bello Giorno. The elegant setting inside and out sold us immediately. Now, we all couldn't wait for May 20, 2016! My daughter could envision her special day at no other location. As we've enjoyed the food on several occasions that was never a concern. The more difficult question was going to be what to choose to offer the guests. While my daughters plans moved forward there was never a time that Monica was;t able to answer a question and reassure her and was always accommodating. Fast forward to the rehearsal and wedding day... my son-in-law's family chose to take all those attending the rehearsal dinner to Mama's Cafe Baci, Bello Giorno's sister restaurant in Hackettstown. There we had a private low key evening of delicious options we didn't chose for the wedding but throughly enjoyed. This night was a precursor of the next day. ALL the food was delicious and no one left hungry! We celebrated a beautiful thing, "marriage" at an amazing "hidden gem" of a venue with family and friends. We are so very blessed to have joined our two families as one and cherish the memories we created at Bello Giorno. Thanks for your professional guidance, kindness and love of life and marriage!

11/05/2015 • Knottie1425424522

Just had my wedding here. It was amazing! Beautifully decorated, wonderful food, & great service! All the staff were very helpful and catered to mine and my husband's needs that day, and the organization throughout the day was great. I gave them my decorations to place throughout and they did a wonderful job setting it all up and making my wedding look amazing with my touches and their own! Highly recommend!

10/14/2015 • Meghan H

Bello Giorno is an absolutely gorgeous wedding venue. The outside area is so nice for a ceremony, or just for guests to step out during the reception for some fresh air. Monica, Stephanie, and Tania are super attentive the whole time bringing you food, drinks and making sure everything goes as planned and on schedule. They do a great job making sure everyone is relaxed and has what they need on not only the wedding day, but every day leading up to the wedding day also. They are super accommodating and laid back to create a stress free environment for your wedding. Also, the food is amazing. We booked this venue over others specifically because of the food! A few of my guests told me that it was the best food they had ever had at a wedding!!! Overall, everything about this venue is absolutely perfect!

9/25/2014 • Erica J

We truly could not have picked a more perfect venue. Monica and her staff went above and beyond to make our wedding day perfect. The setting is absolutely stunning and if you are looking for a romantic and intimate affair you will not find a more suitable venue! The food is out of this world delicious. Tania and Stephanie were amazing on the day of our wedding making the day flow smoothly and extremely attentive. They knew my bridesmaids by name so if I ever needed one they found them for me quickly. There wasn't anything they were not willing to help me with! This venue is a hidden gem! I am so happy we found them for our September 20, 2014 wedding. You truly know that Monica and her staff are dedicated to ensuring you have the wedding of your dreams. We honestly cant thank them enough for all they did for us! Many of our guest commented that it was the most beautiful quaint and romantic wedding they have ever attended.

9/02/2014 • Knottie81557169

What a great place this is. This was a second marriage for both bride and groom. We wanted an intimate beautiful setting with excellent food and gracious and attentive service. Bello Giorno provided it. Monica, Stephanie and staff anticipated all our needs. They supplied our guests with what ever was requested,asked if there was anything else they required, and even noticed that our 3and 5 year old grandchildren needed a different menu and brought them a special kid-friendly meal. Not many places are as family friendly. It is also the best package price that we found. Many amenities are included that are not found at other venues. All our guests commented on the beautiful setting, The elegant but relaxed atmosphere, and especially the friendly staff and 5 star quality service. We recommend them highly.

6/21/2014 • Knottie43879131

I held my wedding here on June 7th, 2014 and it was wonderful. The setting is beautiful...landscaped outside alongside a winding creek! We held the ceremony in the gazebo and during the reception, guests enjoyed wandering between the nicely decorated inside and beautiful outside. Monica and her team provided excellent service before and during the event. We wanted a simple, nontraditional wedding and we got everything we wanted and more! The menu is excellent and can include choices for all types of special diets...they even made me a special plate because I have so many food allergies. Every step of the way, from the initial meeting to the food and cake testings, to the actual day were well handled and we felt we and our guests received every attention desired. I would recommend Bello Giorno to my closest friends and family.

6/04/2014 • S M

My H and I were married at Bello Giorno on May 24, 2014. Overall, the ceremony and reception turned out very nicely. We arrived to canopies set up outside due to on and off rain that day, which was great. The only thing that was a bit stressful was that we did not have the opportunity to rehearse prior to the wedding, due to the venue being booked just about every day prior. Tanya, Monica and Stephanie guided us all and things turned out just fine, though. It was a beautiful ceremony. I must say that communication with the hall leading up to the event was sparse... and some of the package details were very vague. We ended up not having our place cards ready because they were never sent to us (which is part of the package)- I had misinterpreted them asking for seating charts/names to mean that they would be taken care of. Luckily, they were done quickly the day of, by one of the assistants, so it turned out alright. The reception was a lot of fun... there was an abundance of appetizers, food and drinks. The buffet package was a fantastic deal. The only other issue was that the wording in the contract was also vague in regards to the time allotted for the event. It was told to us that day that everything would be ending at 8:30, when we thought we had until 9pm. We ended up paying for an extra half hour. I think if there had been more communication prior to the wedding, these inconsistencies would have been avoided. However, I was never concerned about everything going perfectly, and overall, the day was beautiful and memorable. :)

6/19/2013 • LINDA S

Best choice by far to have an outside wedding! Grounds are fantastic...picture perfect!! Monica, Tania and all involved were all so helpful and pleasant...making the day wonderful and a lasting memory for my husband and I and all our guests!! Thank you so much!!!

10/13/2012 • Sarah A

Good food and nice location for a rehearsal dinner without having to compete with other guests like you would at a restaurant.

8/06/2012 • Sarah V

Had a fantastic experience at Bello Giorno. They are very attentive and make sure your day is everything you want. Staff were very friendly ad professional.