Kemah Gardens

there is a LITANY of items I could list that went POORLY from after the initial consultation to even after the wedding day with over 170 people in attendance. The final totals took MONTHS and other important items had to be requested multiple times even after we expressed our desire to pay final total up front in full and after payment. Multiple apologies with EVERY communication. Questioning requests (like why do you need a receipt for the save the date payment). We were put after personal schedules of the owner and were TOLD so in the numerous texts and emails. Requests were often confused and misunderstood. Tastings were not scheduled appropriately. TERRIBLE communication. Sent important emails to the wrong email addresses. Repeated that some items would be finalized at the appt 2 weeks before the wedding. Then were told just over 2 weeks prior to our event that she was going out of town!! We did a phone appt. Told us she would give us an extra hour to practice on the day of our event (ALL appointments had been made at that point and are not changeable without fees). No rehearsals on Fridays. Unfulfilled promises. The DAY OF the rehearsal we were asked if we could change the time The DAY BEFORE she broke some of the stock decor. They do not do Virtual appointments! The bridal sweet had WHITE DOG HAIR ALL OVER IT! Hadn't been cleaned for some time. White dog hair ALL over my black train and my 8 year old boy's tuxedo! Guests were ALL seated and could see IN THE BRIDAL SWEET as we was getting dressed! Because of this our first look was done in the bridal sweet because there was no way to get out of the building without being seen by guests!! The start time was delayed after WE, said to start on time. Some food was out when guests arrived at the reception hall. Some confused guests used the chargers to get salads and were "yelled at rudely" (guest feedback) that dinner service had not started yet. Announcement as food service started that guests were not allowed to get another serving. Food service was delayed and we were lied to by a staff member that we were waiting for the food to be heated and then told by owner that the food comes hot. INEXCUSABLE. NO communication with the staff for our dietary restriction guest, guests were told we did not have them, WE DID! Gluten free desserts were lost and WE were asked where they were. Staff made no attempt to contact the baker. Our timeline was not followed! This stressed us and we didn't take sunset pictures. The WHOLE reason we chose the time of our event! Owner is in pictures and videos of our first dance. She was standing on the opposite side of our guests as well my entrance knowing because she was 'fluffing' my small sweep train to get the white dog hair off of my black train. The owner served food and guests complained that she was course and even rude. Very disorganized event. Informed us she will be taking a pain pill as her hip hurt from the event. When confronted about the start time of the dinner she sent screenshots and argued with us about it. I would say at the VERY least this is a completely unprofessional entity and I feel the owner seems entitled and lacks communication skills enough to have a thriving business. It really is GORGEOUS and the sunset pics that some of our guests got were STUNNING!

e help you with your planning and make you feel that more special. The pond and gardens that surround the venue are so peaceful and relaxing. We were blessed to say our "I-Do's" here ten years ago and even more excited to return for anniversary pictures this summer. It was here we took our pregnancy announcement pictures and it truly has been a blessing to have them be a part of our journey twice. If you're looking for a little privacy in a busy city and the peace of nature, I highly recommend Kemah Gardens.

DJ they recommended ( since we weren’t allowed to pick our own) was great, BUT he sent us a spreadsheet to complete with specific details and songs we wanted for walking down the isle, exit, in between etc., and he obviously didn’t take the time to read or listen to what we submitted even though we had the artist name and title specifically stated. They also charge extra for center pieces they already have in stock, but they suggested to save money we could use our bridal bouquets for center pieces from “their choice” of flower shops. After the ceremony, nobody gathered the bouquets, so half the tables were left without center pieces since nobody came to gather them to add to vases. They lacked communication before and after the wedding but still managed to do enough to get the job done and we had a great time.

this beautiful hidden gem venue! The venue was very spacious for our group of 200+ , the venue was well decorated, had a good food that was catered, amazing DJ and the famous Dash Gordon Foundation had the party hyped! Thank you to everyone, the staff was very nice and accommodating for all of our special needs. It was just a special day spent with special people, and we created special memories of a lifetime! Looking forward to attending and also having another event very soon. Thank you, Kemah Gardens! I would recommend this place if you’re looking for something really nice subtle whether it’s a private wedding or something like a birthday, corporate event, benefit/ fundraiser can easily accommodate couple hundred people. It has an indoor and outdoor enjoyment experience with a beautiful pond and landscape scenery. The event coordinators Ciria and Lisa is also very knowledgeable about weddings and events. Very friendly, easy to work with and just loves bringing people together to have an enjoyable experience!