La Colombe D'or

Pros: The venue was gorgeous and we loved every moment of the evening. The evening ran wonderfully. It was nice not having to worry about anything and to have the venue take care of everything. Our pictures turned out beautifully with such a beautiful background. Cons: Only two comments on the cons is a few of our wedding gifts were stolen off the tables. A couple of our guests left their presents of cards (with gift cards inside) under their purses at the tables and when they walked away for the send-off portion of the evening the gifts were stolen. We inquired about the gifts to the venue but the venue said nothing was ever turned in. Also, the air conditioning during the event was cranked as high as it could go but it was still very hot throughout the whole evening (and this is coming from someone who is always cold).

Mary was the coordinator there and she was fabulous! She was very helpful in helping me do some off the menu things for the reception. Everyone raved about the hor dourves and meal. You really get what you pay for here. The cake was included in the venue too. The cake chef was wonderful at helping me find an off the menu flavor for my cake. I cannot say well enough how flawlessly the reception went. I keep getting thank you notes from my guest about how wonderful it was. The meals were so great my husband and I plan on going to dinner there in the new future. When you book with them you do not get a hall you get an experience of a lifetime. They know how to make a celebration that will be talked about for years to come. For those of you that enjoy history it makes it even that much better. I booked in the back ballroom. It was carved in 1715, the panels were installed at the estate near Fontenailles, just outside Paris, in 1891. The exquisite room was the scene of the last great ball of European royalty prior to World War I. Later incorporated into the back of the Fonderen's home in 1929. It is really just a fabulous bit of art and history. It does not call for heavy decor because of its details in the woodwork to the carpet. Oh and the icing on top is that you get a room also. It was great that all we had to do was walk up to our room. Each room in the main house is themed after a painter. We stayed in the Renoir room and it was fabulous!

This facility was so beautiful with mixing old world charm and the love of art. The service was detailed and my guest continue to rave about the food. Ed was a gem to work with in making sure everything was perfect.

We loved this venue. The staff were friendly and the rooms were gorgeous. This place is unlike any other hotel or ballroom we looked at. Instead of the typical wallpapered walls that all look the same in photos, the backdrop of our reception had elegant, carved wooden walls with wonderful character. The food was also quite delicious. I am a very happy bride.

I am very pleased with La Colombe D'or. During planning of the reception, the owner and organizer would always great us with a smile and a cocktail. The price was definately worth the result. Guest were very happy with the food. I recommend the lobster bisque and chilean seabass. I can not wait to personally the staff at La Colombe D'or for all that they did.

Our reception was unbelievable! Ed at La Colombe d'Or made sure all our wishes came true! We had nothing to worry about because Ed earned our trust in our early meetings and tastings. We knew we were in great hands and our reception was a night we will never forget!

La Colombe d'or on my opinion is the best venue in Houston. i visited many but this is different, not the usual country club or hotel. The ballroom is spectacular, very unique, and the service is impeccable. Ed Bodde is extremely professional and helpful. The place is a bit pricey but it is definitely worth it.

Ed Bodde, from La Colombe D'Or, was a delight to work with from beginning to end. He made my bridal party feel right at home and was so accommodating. He stepped up when my wedding coordinator failed, miserably, and handled the entire event, when he had 2 other private dinners in the main restaurant. My husband and I were so grateful, that besides my parents, he was the only person we brought a gift for on our honeymoon. The venue itself is beautiful beyond words. It is a 19th century French ballroom that has been transported to Houston, and attached to a beautiful mansion in the Montrose area. The first floor of the house is a very high end restaurant, so your caterer comes highly recommended from most of the elite diners in Houston. The second floor consists of 5 hotel rooms, which make for a perfect place for the bridesmaids to get ready in, and for the family to sleep in the night of the reception. The entire restaurant and ballroom are an art museum so great pieces are everywhere on the walls. The gold gilded mirrors and chandeliers in the ballroom are beautiful and give that true romantic feeling you are hoping for at your wedding reception.